The Founder of Wikipedia Explains Why We Stopped Trusting Each Other
In this episode, Jimmy Wales, the founder of Wikipedia, joins Kwame Christian to explore one of the biggest challenges of our time: the collapse of trust. From misinformation and social media outrage to AI deepfakes and short-term thinking, Jimmy shares what he’s learned about truth, integrity, and human connection after decades shaping the world’s largest source of information. Discover why trust is disappearing—from our politics to our personal relationships—and what it actually takes to rebuild it. This conversation dives deep into how algorithms shape what we believe, how technology manipulates emotion, and how each of us can bring honesty and balance back into our lives. If you’ve ever felt that the Internet is dividing us more than connecting us, this episode will change how you see the digital world—and what you can do about it. Connect with Jimmy Buy the book The Seven Rules of Trust: A Blueprint for Building Things That Last by Jimmy Wales Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn negotiateanything.com Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
13 Nov 202558min
Before You Speak, They’ve Already Judged You — Here’s What to Do About It
They judge you in milliseconds — before you say a single word. And if your presence doesn’t match your message, you're not just being ignored — you're being dismissed. In this episode, Kwame Christian sits down with presence expert Evan Weiner to explore the hidden science behind how people experience you — and why that can instantly boost or sabotage your power in negotiation, leadership, and life. From physical presence and aesthetic identity to the neuroscience of dopamine and status, you’ll learn: Why your style, posture, and polish matter more than you think How to build presence that defends your reputation and commands respect The surprising way your body language could be creating “communication dissonance” What to do today to become instantly more persuasive — without changing who you are If you’ve ever felt like people don’t take you seriously — or don’t listen no matter how well you speak — this episode will shift the way you show up forever. Connect with Evan Weiner www.evangweiner.com Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn negotiateanything.com Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
12 Nov 202553min
Veterans Day Masterclass: Leadership, Service, and the Conversations That Shape Us
In honor of Veterans Day, we bring you a special three-part masterclass celebrating the power of service, courage, and communication. Each guest — a distinguished leader shaped by the military experience — reveals a different side of what it means to lead and connect in complex times. Dr. Heiss Gibson explores humility and trust in the age of artificial intelligence, showing why the best leaders never stop learning. Michèle Flournoy takes us inside the rooms where history was made, from the Bin Laden raid to the cultural transformation of the Pentagon, revealing how strategy and empathy coexist under pressure. Finally, Brian Ahearn shares a deeply personal journey of reconciliation with his father, a Vietnam veteran, proving that influence and healing often begin with one honest conversation. Together, these stories remind us that true leadership isn’t about rank or power — it’s about service, humanity, and the conversations that move us forward. The One Thing Smart Leaders Miss About AI: Professor Hise Gibson — Retired U.S. Army Colonel & Professor at Harvard Business School High Stakes Negotiation: How to Win With Persuasion with Michèle Flournoy -Former U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Brian Ahearn: The Hard Talks We Avoid—And Why We Need Them Brian Ahearn — Chief Influence Officer at Influence PEOPLE & Author of His Story, My Story, Our Story
11 Nov 20251h 36min
The Hidden Cost of Living in Urgency — Dorie Clark on Playing the Long Game
Why do smart, successful people feel trapped in constant busyness? In this episode, Dorie Clark — author of The Long Game — joins Kwame Christian to reveal why thinking long-term feels almost impossible in a world that rewards urgency. They explore the psychology of busyness, how scarcity rewires our decisions, and what it takes to find courage, patience, and joy in the process — even when the world keeps screaming “faster.” In this episode: Why “I’m busy” has become the new humble brag The emotional roots of scarcity and overwork How to build meaning instead of chasing more The courage required to think long-term What AI and technology mean for the future of communication Connect with Dorie dorieclark.com Buy the Book: THE LONG GAME How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn negotiateanything.com Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
8 Nov 202552min
Sales Masterclass: The 3-Episode Guide to Persuasion, Influence, and Closing Deals
Welcome to the Sales Masterclass — a powerful three-part series designed to help you master the art of persuasion, influence, and closing high-stakes deals. In these episodes, you’ll go far beyond basic sales tactics. You’ll learn how to: Build instant trust without sounding salesy. Uncover what truly motivates your clients to say yes. Handle objections with confidence and strategy. Close deals that create long-term relationships, not one-time wins. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, consultant, or professional negotiator, this masterclass will help you understand human behavior at a deeper level and use that insight to sell with integrity and impact. Episode 1: The Psychology of Persuasion Episode 2: Influence Without Manipulation Episode 3: Closing the Deal with Confidence Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss any part of this series. Each episode builds on the last.
7 Nov 20251h 45min
The Power of Humanity in Business — Lessons from Neri Karra
What if the key to success in business wasn’t strategy or money — but humanity? In this powerful conversation, Neri Karra — author, entrepreneur, and refugee turned global business leader — shares her remarkable journey from fleeing Bulgaria at age 11 to building an international fashion brand and teaching at top universities. Neri opens up about resilience, ambition, and faith — and reveals the negotiation and leadership lessons she learned from immigrant entrepreneurs around the world. From rebuilding a life with nothing to creating a company rooted in empathy, this episode is a masterclass on how humanity can drive business, connection, and success. You’ll learn: How to turn rejection into opportunity Why resilience and faith are the true engines of ambition The secret negotiation strategies of immigrant entrepreneurs How empathy and storytelling create lasting trust in business If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with both strength and compassion — this episode will change the way you see success. Connect with Neri Buy the Book -Pioneers: 8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs www.pioneersbook.com Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn negotiateanything.com Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
6 Nov 20251h
The Truth About Lies: A Masterclass on Deception in Negotiation
We think of deception as evil — but in negotiation, it’s often something else. It’s protection, survival, or strategy. In this masterclass on deception in negotiation, experts break down how lies actually work, why people distort the truth, and how to uncover what’s really being said beneath the surface. You’ll discover the psychology of manipulation, the signals of half-truths, and the emotional intelligence required to navigate gray zones without losing trust or power. This is not about spotting liars — it’s about understanding human behavior when the truth is dangerous. In this masterclass you’ll learn: Why deception appears in almost every negotiation. The difference between strategic silence and manipulation. How to protect yourself without becoming cynical. How trust and control coexist in high-stakes conversations. The subtle art of detecting intent — not just facts. This bundle includes three conversations: The Psychology of Deception: Why We Lie Reading the Hidden Signals: What’s Not Being Said The Ethics of Deception: Trust, Strategy, and Survival If you’ve ever wondered how much truth is really being negotiated — this is your answer.
5 Nov 20251h 45min
Fearless Negotiation: A Masterclass on Turning Anxiety into Power
Everyone feels fear before a negotiation — fear of rejection, failure, or not being good enough. In this 3-part masterclass, three powerful conversations reveal how to turn that fear into clarity, confidence, and control. You’ll learn how experts face internal resistance, imposter syndrome, and emotional pressure — and use those same fears to gain power at the table. Chapters include: Fear of being seen Fear of losing Fear of not being enough Watch till the end — your mindset about fear (and negotiation) will never be the same.
4 Nov 20251h 41min
