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 7, 2026 • 1h 31min
The Hidden Cost of Unresolved Disagreements
Winter Wheeler, an Atlanta mediator known for emotional intelligence; Jean Lawler, a former litigator turned commercial mediator in Los Angeles; and Natalie Garamone, a workplace conflict consultant. They explore dehumanizing opponents, leadership conflict avoidance, reflective listening and de-escalation, preparing people before tough talks, and creative nonfinancial remedies to move disputes forward.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 1h 51min
Inside the Mind of Exceptional Negotiators: What They Know — and You Don’t
Joe Navarro, former FBI counterintelligence agent and nonverbal behavior expert. Daniel, DE&I strategist and founder of The Courage Collective who builds human-centered cultural change. Dr. Laura Pence, clinical psychologist who uses curiosity to regulate emotions and presence. They explore internal curiosity, human-centered questioning, and subtle behavioral cues that reshape high-stakes conversations.
Feb 5, 2026 • 1h 1min
The Hidden Pressure of Being in Charge
Mel Doman, organizational psychologist and author of Cornered Office, studies leadership mental health. She talks about the unseen stress and isolation leaders face. Conversation covers why leaders are dehumanized, how compassion for leaders can be rebuilt, organizational supports and practical steps for leaders to signal capacity and speak about struggles.
Feb 4, 2026 • 58min
What No One Tells You About the Future (AI, Uncertainty & Staying Grounded)
Jared Weiner, futurist and co-founder of The Future Hunters, and Erica Orange, futurist, author and co-founder of The Future Hunters, discuss why uncertainty fuels anxiety. They explore AI’s upside versus workforce disruption. They explain the pilot vs passenger mindset, how to mix data with human judgment, and practical ways families and leaders talk about change.
Feb 3, 2026 • 41min
End the People-Pleasing Cycle: 3 Tips That Actually Work
Amy Green Smith, a life coach and hypnotherapist who helps women build leadership and self-worth, breaks down people-pleasing. She explores its evolutionary roots and when it can be useful. Short, practical conversations cover emotional intelligence, subconscious habits, saying no, and concrete entry points for change.
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Feb 2, 2026 • 1h 3min
How To NETWORK If You’re AN INTROVERT with Greg Roche
Greg Roche, author and coach who helps introverts build authentic professional relationships, explains how to land work by reconnecting with people you already know. He covers making networking small and habitual. He shares simple outreach tactics, listening-driven rapport, and why specificity and helping others beat awkward salesy approaches.
Feb 1, 2026 • 1h 29min
The Hidden Power of Listening: How to Spot Lies, Gain Respect, and Control Negotiations
Kirk Connell, a former hostage negotiator turned corporate trainer, and Dan Oblinger, ex‑police crisis negotiator and author, share battlefield‑tested listening tactics. They break down tactical listening, spotting deception, using silence and tone, preparing with research, and rehearsing pressure scenarios. Short, sharp lessons on how listening uncovers lies, shifts momentum, and preserves long‑term relationships.
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Jan 30, 2026 • 2h 13min
The Secret to Winning Bigger by Doing Less
Laura Ries, branding strategist who champions category focus and bold visual identity, and Marilyn McClure Demers, a corporate legal leader known for composure in high-stakes negotiations. They discuss clarity over complexity in strategy. Topics include building brands by choosing focus, forging personal credibility under pressure, strategic cooperation to scale creative work, and using contrast to rally attention.
Jan 29, 2026 • 56min
This Is Why You Shut Down in Tough Conversations (Neuroscience Explained)
Dr. Tracey Marks, a board-certified psychiatrist and clear science-based mental-health educator. She explains why high performers freeze in tough conversations and the brain mechanisms involved. Short techniques like micro-pauses, affect labeling, breathing, and journaling for staying grounded are discussed. Also covers emotional contagion, people-pleasing, prepping your brain with habits, and thoughts on AI mental health tools.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 25min
How to Win When Prospects Don’t Believe You
Nick Glimsdahl, Director of Contact Center Solutions at VDS and host of Press 1 For Nick, brings contact-center and CX expertise. He explores why prospects distrust outsiders and how thoughtful questions build trust. He covers handling “what’s the catch” concerns, the value of warm introductions and internal champions, and tailoring concise, ROI-focused messages for executives.
