Recently, a team of Nigerian high school students lead by lawyer and mediator Chijioke Ibeku, achieved first place in the 2025 International Peer Mediation Tournament. Chijioke joined me on the LMIPodcast to discuss this achievement. What is Peer Mediation Peer mediation is a specialized form of mediation primarily used in educational settings, such as schools […]
EP326 Understand Human Behavior Through the Art and Science of Reading People with Alan Stevens
In the dynamic world of law and conflict resolution, understanding human behavior is paramount. In this latest episode we feature an enlightening conversation with Alan Stevens, an international profiling and communication specialist, who delves into “The Art and Science of Reading People.” Alan offers invaluable insights for professionals looking to enhance their ability to navigate […]
EP325 Navigating Betrayal in Conflict Resolution: Insights from Raheena Lalani Daya
In a recent episode of the LMI Podcast, we delved into the complex world of betrayal within conflict resolution, guided by the expertise of Raheena Lalani Daya. Raheena, a seasoned mediator and professor, brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the human psyche to her work. During our discussion, Raheena explored the […]
EP324 Boosting Your Legal or Mediation Practice Through Podcasting: Insights from Dennis “DM” Meador
In today’s digital age, establishing a strong online presence is crucial for legal and mediation professionals. This is especially true for mediators who typically don’t get the attention they deserve by marketers. In this latest episode we feature marketing guru Dennis (“DM”) Meador of The Legal Podcast Network, who shared invaluable insights on how lawyers […]
EP321 Do’s and Don’ts of Posting to Social Media, With Hillary Johns, Trial Lawyer
I got another chance to sit down with entertainment and trial lawyer, Hillary Johns, for an insightful discussion on a topic that touches everyone: the legalities of social media. Hillary, with offices in California, New York, and licenses spanning multiple states including D.C. and Montana, is a true legal powerhouse. She specializes in entertainment law, […]
EP320 Beneath the Armor, With Dr. Bernadette Atanga
I recently had the distinct pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Bernadette Atanga to discuss her powerful new book, Beneath the Armor: Eight Practical Strategies for Men to Embrace Vulnerability and Lead with Authentic Strength. Dr. Atanga is a highly experienced physician with over 30 years in internal medicine and pediatrics, a leadership coach, speaker, and author. […]
Vibe Coding for Lawyers & Mediators
In 2015, I participated in creating a Texas child support calculator that I placed for sale on the Apple App Store. That project took many weeks during which I worked with a developer to produce a working app prototype. This prototype provided accurate calculations to help lawyers, judges, and parents who needed a mobile-friendly tool […]
EP319 Immigration & International Law Roundup with Andy Semotiuk
Immigration lawyer and international law expert Andy Semotiuk of the PaceLawFirm.com returned to the LMIPodcast this week to discuss his Forbes article on the G7 Meeting and catch us up on the latest in global conflicts. **EDITOR’S NOTE UPDATE: This recording took place before the United States launched airstrikes on Iran on Saturday, June 21, […]
EP318 Don’t Let Your Divorce Become a Disaster, With Joe Dillon
In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Joe Dillon of EquitableMediation.com, a seasoned mediator with 28 years of experience, including 17 years in private divorce practice. Joe, who also holds an MBA in finance, brings a unique and invaluable perspective to divorce mediation, especially concerning the financial intricacies of property division, child […]
Top 10 NotebookLM Benefits for Lawyers and Mediators
I’ve discovered a tool that helps me manage vast amounts of law information from multiple sources. After ChatGPT introduced the broader public to generative AI, Google’s powerful and free-to-access NotebookLM is introducing professionals, students, and researchers to new ways AI can empower their work. As a big follower of the building a second brain movement, […]










