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 […]
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 […]
EP317 Mediating Online Reviews, with Cortney Ketchum of TheReviewMediator.com
We delved a bit last week into the social phenomenon known as social proof, which examines how consumers rely on others’ public opinion about a particular good or service before selecting the good or service. Nowhere is this better exemplified than in the “review industry” built up on the internet over the last few decades. […]
EP315 The Service Paradox: How Clearing Your Conflict Better Serves Others, With Dana Garnett
During the Memorial Day weekend, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dana Garnett, a seasoned conflict resolution strategist and coach at Mindful Strategy. This episode is a reconnection of sorts. Dana has been a speaker at the Texas Association of Mediators annual conference, an event I’ve attended. Our conversation revolved around professional conflict resolution […]
EP314: The Islamic Approach to Dispute Resolution, With Larry Anthony of IAMS.LLC
I got the opportunity to revisit with Larry Anthony, JD, following our attendance at the Spring Conference of the ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section and our “LMIPodcast On the Road” video clip while in Chicago. Larry is a mediator at the Islamic Arbitration and Mediation Services (IAMS, LLC), which is based in Plano, Texas, just north […]
Highlights & My Impressions From the 25th International Forum on Online Dispute Resolution in London
As a common practice now when I attend law or mediation conferences, I pack my vlogging gear and take the LMIPodcast on the road. This was no different when attending the 25th International Forum on Online Dispute Resolution (ODR 2025) this week, held at the historic Old Royal Naval College in London. Documenting my educational […]
My Impressions from the 2025 ABA Dispute Resolution Spring Conference in Chicago
Hello everyone! I’m back and filled with ideas after attending the 27th Annual ABA Section of Dispute Resolution Spring Conference, which just wrapped up Saturday, April 26th, 2025 in Chicago. Following my experience at the international mediation congress in France earlier this year and the ABA Techshow after that, I was keen to engage with […]
EP310 Mediate.com on LMIPodcast On the Road
Got a chance to interview Jim Melamed and Clare Fowler of Mediate.com at the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution Spring Conference on the LMIPodcast on the Road. I’m a member of Mediate and it was good to hear about its founding from its founder, as well as discuss its current work and visions for its […]










