Negotiate Anything
Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.
Transform your relationships. Speak your truth. Get what you deserve—with Kwame Christian as your guide. With over 16 million downloads and more than 1,600 episodes, Negotiate Anything was the world’s leading negotiation podcast for nearly a decade, reaching listeners in more than 180 countries. But it’s about more than negotiation—it’s about confidence, connection, and creating outcomes that respect your values.
About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.
Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:
• How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)
• Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)
As a degrees in law, psychology, and public policy, Kwame brings a wealth of knowledge to every episode. He’s also a LinkedIn instructor with over 2.3 million learners, making complex negotiation concepts accessible to everyone.
Why This Podcast?
At the American Negotiation Institute, we believe that the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Our mission is to empower you to negotiate anything, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator or just starting, our podcast equips you with the tools and confidence to navigate any conversation.
Tune in to Transform Your Life:
Join millions of listeners who have already unlocked the power of negotiation. Subscribe now and start mastering the skills that will transform your professional and personal life. Watch our episodes on YouTube for more visual insights and tips.
Connect with Us:
• Website: American Negotiation Institute
• Email: simon@negotiateanything.com
• LinkedIn: Kwame Christian
• YouTube: Negotiate Anything
Produced by the American Negotiation Institute
For ad inquiries, please reach out to: Network+NA@yapmedia.com
About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.
Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:
• How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)
• Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)
As a degrees in law, psychology, and public policy, Kwame brings a wealth of knowledge to every episode. He’s also a LinkedIn instructor with over 2.3 million learners, making complex negotiation concepts accessible to everyone.
Why This Podcast?
At the American Negotiation Institute, we believe that the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Our mission is to empower you to negotiate anything, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator or just starting, our podcast equips you with the tools and confidence to navigate any conversation.
Tune in to Transform Your Life:
Join millions of listeners who have already unlocked the power of negotiation. Subscribe now and start mastering the skills that will transform your professional and personal life. Watch our episodes on YouTube for more visual insights and tips.
Connect with Us:
• Website: American Negotiation Institute
• Email: simon@negotiateanything.com
• LinkedIn: Kwame Christian
• YouTube: Negotiate Anything
Produced by the American Negotiation Institute
For ad inquiries, please reach out to: Network+NA@yapmedia.com
Episodes
Mentioned books
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Feb 17, 2026 • 1h 27min
The Hidden Cost of Wealth: How Money Rewires Your Mind With Dave Verhaagen
Dave Verhaagen, a board-certified psychologist who helps high-profile clients, explores how wealth and fame reshape identity and relationships. He discusses why more stops feeling like more. He explores money-driven mindset shifts, changes in empathy and behavior, and how status alters negotiations and family dynamics.
Feb 16, 2026 • 1h 2min
Negotiate Your Salary EXACTLY Like This (3-Step Script)
Yota Trom, a career and personal-brand coach with 15 years in corporate (Amazon, Yahoo), explains a 3-step salary negotiation method. She breaks down building a self-evaluation worksheet, framing promotions as business cases, and quantifying your impact. Short, practical guidance on visibility, overcoming “been here too short” objections, and proving you already operate at the next level.
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Feb 15, 2026 • 58min
Your Boss Doesn’t Want You to Know THIS Secret – How to Change Your Career Without Quitting in 90 Days
Scott Anthony Barlow, founder of Happen to Your Career and author on career reinvention, shares how brave conversations and clarity can unlock new work possibilities. Short stories illustrate negotiating more autonomy, fewer hours, and clearer paths. The talk covers overcoming self-deception, expanding your career menu, and using truth and trusted partners to design a better role.
Feb 14, 2026 • 1h 20min
Valentine’s Day Bonus: Whitney Joins Negotiate Anything
Whitney Christian, a family physician and clinical professor in Ohio, talks about balancing medicine, family, and communication in relationships. She and Kwame share stories of negotiation in parenting, chores, and romance. They discuss persuasion, conflict resolution, and practical communication tactics for busy couples.
Feb 13, 2026 • 1h 17min
Negotiating with Confidence: Knowing When to Walk Away
Sam Struan, a salary negotiation coach and talent pro, helps candidates maximize compensation. Henry Oregon, an NFLPA-certified sports agent, negotiates multimillion-dollar contracts and endorsements. They discuss creating leverage early, knowing when to walk away, framing salary ranges, strategic counteroffers, and protecting guaranteed money. Short, practical conversations on preparation, language, and keeping doors open while standing firm.
Feb 12, 2026 • 1h 1min
You’re Not Unmotivated — You’re Burned Out (Here’s the Fix) | Guy Winch
Guy Winch, clinical psychologist and author focused on emotional health and workplace wellbeing. He explains what burnout really is and why “just take a break” often fails. He describes the stress sweet spot, why doom-scrolling feels like rest but drains you, and how to design breaks and a personal toolkit that actually restore energy and focus.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 43min
The Negotiation Skill NOBODY Teaches YOU: How to Fail Well
Joshua Weiss, negotiation and leadership educator who runs a master’s program and consults widely. He talks about reframing failure as a starting point, why people learn the wrong lessons after setbacks, and a five-step approach to face facts, analyze moments, and unlearn bad habits. Conversations touch on ego, resilience, and using failure as a map for growth.
Feb 10, 2026 • 37min
Why Being Assertive Feels Risky — and Why You Need It Anyway
Emilie Aries, Founder and CEO of Bossed Up, helps women and marginalized communities advance at work. She contrasts assertive versus aggressive behavior. She explores bias that labels women aggressive and offers tactical ways to lead with intent. She explains mindset shifts, preparing to speak up, and surprising benefits like reduced anxiety and greater self-respect.
Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 15min
How to Talk About Sex Without It Feeling Awkward with Dr. Nicole McNichols
Dr. Nicole McNichols, a University of Washington human sexuality professor and author, helps demystify intimate communication. She explores how sexual skills are learned, why shame and upbringing shape awkwardness, and practical ways to talk about desire, consent, and mismatched needs. Expect clear frameworks for shifting from performance to playful connection.
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Feb 8, 2026 • 2h 2min
How People REALLY Change Their Minds? (Backed up by Science)
David McRaney, science journalist who studies why we believe what we do. Pam Marmon, change-management consultant who helps organizations communicate transformation. Andy Luttrell, persuasion scientist who researches influence and moral reasoning. They discuss why people resist change, how emotion and confidence interact with persuadability, techniques like deep canvassing and reframing moral language, and practical approaches to reduce resistance and build rapport.
