As a follow up to her brief in-person introduction, veteran mediator and conflict resolution pioneer Susan Yates of Susan Yates LLC joined the Podcast to discuss her work. Susan shares her journey, starting in 1983 at the Center for Conflict Resolution in Chicago. She discusses her passion for making Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) accessible, particularly […]
EP299 Resolving Conflicts at Work – With Dr. Jeanette Bicknell of Bicknell Mediation
Dr. Jeanette Bicknell, of Bicknell Mediation, a Toronto-based mediation expert in workplace conflict resolution, shares her expertise with me and Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators on the LMIPodcast. LMI went on the road and got a chance to record in front of the iconic Casa Loma castle in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Bicknell identifies the top […]
EP296 From the 3rd International Mediation Congress – With Judge Marzena Korzonek
In this episode of the LMIPodcast, host Mac Pierre-Louis interviews Marzena Korzonek, a judge from Poland and a member of the European Association of Judges for Mediation (GEMME Poland). Judge Korzonek discusses her work in legal education through the Polish courts, particularly her involvement in a youth legal education program that focuses on peer mediation […]
My Impressions – Attending the “3rd Congress International de toutes les Mediation,” Angers, France
The 3rd Annual Congress is taking place in Angers, France, from March 12-14. This is its 3rd gathering and one I chose to attend to develop my mediator skills, understand the field of conflict resolution from broader perspectives, and connect with like-minded colleagues around the world who share a passion for resolving disputes outside of […]
EP294 Top 10 Things to do for a Meaningful Mediation – With Patrick Russell
In this insightful conversation, Patrick Russell, of Meaningful-Mediation.com, a Florida-based attorney & mediator with over 30 years of legal experience, shares his top 10 tips for achieving a “meaningful mediation.” Key points include: Russell’s insights emphasize the importance of preparation, communication, and a collaborative mindset in achieving successful mediation outcomes. Not all mediations successfully settle, […]
February 7, 2025 Colab – “Co-Parenting and Mediation – It can work!” | Don’t Pick the Scab Podcast with David M. Webb
RePublished from the Don’t Pick the Scab Podcast at https://dontpickthescabpodcast.com/episode/co-parenting-and-mediation-it-can-work-mac-pierre-louis-jd-dptsp-080-david This podcast episode from Don’t Pick The Scab features Mac Pierre-Louis, an attorney and mediator specializing in co-parenting and conflict resolution. Mac, who practices law in Texas and Florida, shares insights from his work helping parents mediate disputes and resolve custody issues amicably. He emphasizes the importance […]
EP282 2025 Mediation Industry Predictions With Kiki Limitless of Millionaire Mediator Academy
Kiki Limitless, a mediator and business coach, and founder of the Millionaire Mediator Academy, shares her predictions for the mediation industry in 2025. She highlights several key trends, including the growing demand for mediators in the workplace as companies focus on reviving their in-house culture and resolving conflicts. Kiki also foresees opportunities in the realm […]
EP270 Promoting Mediation Through Literary Works with Chijioke Ibeku
Chijioke Ibeku, a Nigerian lawyer and mediator, consultant, and property development manager, joined Mac Pierre-Louis to discuss his recent works on conflict resolution. In the interview, Chijioke explains that his goal with these books is to expose the different facets of mediation and provide readers with a better understanding of how mediation can be applied […]
EP266 POST-ELECTION SLEEP LOSS & RELATIONSHIP CONFLICTS – WITH ANDREW COLSKY, JD, LPC
ANDREW COLSKY, JD, LPC, an attorney, mediator, and author, who is also a licensed therapist and sleep expert, returned to the podcast to discuss sleeplessness among Americans due to the 2024 presidential election. The questions posed to him stem from a recent Time Magazine article that referenced “25% of adults have already lost sleep over […]
EP 246 Alcoholism & Family Law – With Alcohol-Free Sobriety Coach Gina Kunadian of GinaKunadian.com
Gina Kunadian of GinaKunadian.com, and who is the host of the Shine Within Podcast, joined Mac Pierre-Louis of MacPierreLouis.com, to share her personal story of beating alcoholism and her current work as a women’s alcohol-free sobriety coach. Gina’s story of recovering from alcoholism, and overcoming its many challenges, including its physical, emotional, and legal challenges, […]










