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A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio – September 26, 2021 appeared first on KPFA.

Host Timothy Regan shares evidence-based principles and tips to help you talk to someone who disagrees with you about getting the Covid-19 vaccine.  Timothy wants these important conversations to be easier for everyone, so we can work together to serve life for ourselves, eachother, and our world. The first half of this episode is for YOU if you don’t want to get the vaccine but you have to talk to people who strongly want you to get it. The second half of this episode is for YOU if you want other people to get vaccinated, and they don’t want to. Timothy draws upon both Motivational Interviewing and Nonviolent Communication to offer you effective things to say and do in this challenging discussion. photo: Joshua Hoehne via Unsplash The post How to Talk To Your Covid-19 Vaccine Opponent and Enjoy It – From Both Sides of the Table appeared first on KPFA.

A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio – September 12, 2021 appeared first on KPFA.

Tonight’s Show: How To Support Friends When They Have Been Abusive How do we humanize the conversations about people who have committed acts of inter-partner abuse? Host Nancy Kahn, along with guest Jesse Markus opens up a meaningful exploration of how society fails to rehabilitate people with a history of inter-partner abuse. Tonight’s guest, Jesse Markus, shares personal stories on his history in drug and alcohol recovery; his experiences of being publicly canceled and shamed;  along with his views on this controversial topic that have been informed by his leftist politics, prison abolitionism, and commitment to community and mutual aid. Jesse is collaborating with others to create a burgeoning fellowship for people who are recovering from patterns of abusive behavior. photo: Marco Bianchetti via Unsplash The post How to Support Friends When They Have Been Abusive appeared first on KPFA.

Host and mediator Timothy Regan demonstrates an authentic mediation conversation with a man who is facing a conflict with the leaders at his workplace. Listen as Timothy and Rick follow a process of good questions and good listening, to help Rick find some more clarity, and power, and action steps for the conflict he is in.  Timothy pauses the recording at key moments and explains principles of Nonviolent Communication and empathy for listeners. This is an opportunity to hear real peacemaking from the inside, so that you can grow in your capacity to bring some more peace to conflicts in your own life. The post The Talk It Out Mediation Project Episode #5: “Your Power at Work” appeared first on KPFA.

Host and certified Nonviolent Communication trainer Timothy Regan demonstrates an authentic conflict mediation session with Sid, a mother who is facing a conflict with her co-parent about protecting their child from Covid-19. Timothy plays the recording of the session, and pauses throughout to explain the principles of Nonviolent Communication and empathy.  This is an opportunity to hear mediation from the inside, and learn skills that you can use to support others in conflict in your own life. The post Rebroadcast: The Talk It Out Mediation Project Episode #4: “Co-Parenting with your Ex” appeared first on KPFA.

Host and mediator Timothy Regan demonstrates an authentic conflict mediation session with Sid, a mother who is facing a conflict with her co-parent about protecting their child from Covid-19. Timothy plays the recording of the session, and pauses throughout to explain the principles of Nonviolent Communication and empathy.  This is an opportunity to hear mediation from the inside, and learn skills that you can use to support others in conflict in your own life.     The post The Talk It Out Mediation Project Episode #4: “Co-Parenting with Your Ex” appeared first on KPFA.

The Pandemic, Racism, and Violence in America alert us to the need for Self Compassion and the ability to facilitate Post Traumatic Growth in our lives. Join host Nancy Kahn in a conversation on how we navigate the pandemic, racism, and violence in this country.  Our ability to develop self-compassion and facilitate post-traumatic growth in our lives is critical to our healing. Talk It Out Radio – August 8 at 7:00 pm, on KPFA Radio (94.1 FM Berkeley and beyond, or live stream at kpfa.org. Listeners are invited to call to join the show after 7:20 pm (dial 1-800-958-9008 or 510-848-4425) to participate in this conversation. Listen live or, after the show airs, visit the archives at kpfa.org/program/talk-it-out-radio or iTunes.   The post The Pandemic, Racism, and Violence in America require that we Develop Self Compassion and Facilitate Post Traumatic Growth in our Lives appeared first on KPFA.

Host Timothy Regan demonstrates a peacemaking mediation process with a woman in a real conflict with her mother. Join us to learn from the authentic application of empathy and the language of Nonviolent Communication. Hear how good questions, good listening, and empathy can bring relief and clarity and power to one person in conflict, and consider how you can use this in your own life.   The post The Talk It Out Radio Mediation Project Episode #3: “Congruence and Reality” appeared first on KPFA.

A Multigenerational Conversation-A Nonviolent Approach to Naming and Managing Stressors of Today to Thrive and Live Life to The Fullest   Talk It Out Radio – Sunday, July 25 at 7:00 pm, on KPFA Radio (94.1 FM Berkeley and beyond, or live stream at kpfa.org): Join host Nancy Kahn and special guest Eric Jordan, a graduate of the KPFA First Voices Apprenticeship Program, in a discussion that focuses on the experiences of people from diverse generations and backgrounds naming and managing the stressors of today to thrive and live life to the fullest. Hear what people from different generations are grappling with today and how they are meeting their needs to overcome individual and societal stressors in nonviolent ways.   Tonight’s Guest Eric “DATBOYMEDIA” Jordan, a Richmond California native, is a graduate of the KPFA First Voice Radio Broadcaster Apprenticeship who has been described as a “young, creative force with a passion for producing radio content and creative media projects” (Nancy K

Host Timothy Regan takes listeners into an authentic experience of mediation with a guest experiencing a real conflict. Our topic this week:  “That was a great weekend with the ladies, and now the damages!” How the Talk It Out Radio Mediation Project works: We invited people to volunteer to receive a 45 minute experience of Nonviolent Communication Mediation for a real conflict that they are experiencing. We recorded our conversation, so that we could share it with you, so you can hear how the principles of human empathy actually work to create peace when we practice them for real. And, to make it easier to follow, Timothy pauses the recording and pointing out key moments and principles for you to learn. The post The Talk It Out Mediation Project Episode #2: “Great Weekend, Now the Damages” appeared first on KPFA.

A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio – July 11, 2021 appeared first on KPFA.

Host Timothy Regan shares a presentation by a fellow Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication Dian Killian Ph.D. Dian takes us with wonder and warmth into the language and experience of human empathy, helping us to remember how empathy can make life more wonderful. You can learn more about her work at:  https://workcollaboratively.com/ This recording is offered by permission from The NVC Academy, and Mary McKenzie, our colleague who directs and curates the rich library of recordings there. In both audio and video, you can find training there on the many applications of NVC in all walks of life: parenting, activism, healing, partnerships, romance, business, mediation, and so much more. The post Understanding the Magic of Empathy, with Dian Killian, Ph.D. appeared first on KPFA.

How To Support Friends When They Have Been Abusive How do we humanize the conversations about people who have committed acts of inter-partner abuse?   Host Nancy Kahn, along with guest Jesse Markus, opens up a meaningful exploration of how society fails to rehabilitate people with a history of inter-partner abuse. Tonight’s guest, Jesse Markus, shares personal stories on his history in drug and alcohol recovery; his experiences of being publicly canceled and shamed; his views on this controversial topic informed by his leftist politics, prison abolitionism mindset, and his commitment to community and mutual aid.  Jesse is collaborating with others to create a burgeoning fellowship for people who are recovering from patterns of abusive behavior. Tune in to KPFA 94.1 FM, Berkeley, CA (www.KPFA.org for livestreaming) on Sunday nights from 7-8 pm PST. photo: Breno Machado via Unsplash   The post How To Support Friends When They Have Been Abusive appeared first on KPFA.

Host Timothy Regan demonstrates a mediation conversation with a woman facing a real conflict in her life.  As you listen, the principles of empathy and Nonviolent Communication are explained by Timothy throughout the process. Timothy’s eloquent guest shares her experience bravely and honestly, as a gift to anyone experiencing conflict, as she follows the process of Nonviolent Communciation mediation.  She experiences a shift in her relationship to the other person in this conflict as the process unfolds. Mild content warning: this is a conflict that involves emotional pain, anger, and the dynamics of racism.   The post The Talk It Out Radio Mediation Project Episode #1: “Could You Just Hear Me?” appeared first on KPFA.

Wise speech is one of the 5 Buddhist Precepts and is one path of the 8 fold path.  Often it seems one of the most difficult, particularly when addressing controversial topics. Host Marlena Willis shares how Nonviolent Communication can help us speak wisely.  Marlena responds to callers on this and other topics.  As this is her last regular episode with us, though she may guest host occasionally, we make time for gratitude for her. The post Making Wise Speech Possible appeared first on KPFA.

A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio – June 6, 2021 appeared first on KPFA.

…with a focus on the Q-anon experience with someone who has gone in and come out again Sarah Peyton shares her recent insightful and compassionate webinar with Talk It Out listeners on Sunday, May 30, 2021, from 7-8 pm. In this episode, Sarah brings brain science and compassion together to help us all understand the human vulnerability to and recovery from the effects of conspiracy beliefs.  And, “Alice” eloquently and intimately shares her story of “going down the rabbit hole” of Q-Anon, and how she has been able to come out again. Learn about Sarah Peyton here. The post Conspiracy Theories and Political Extremism:  Understanding Brain Behavior in an Uncertain World appeared first on KPFA.

A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post Talk-It-Out Radio – May 23, 2021 appeared first on KPFA.

The voices of Asian American Buddhists are often not recognized or heard and assumptions about them do not acknowledge the diversity of thier lived experiences. Host Marlena Willis speaks with Chenxing Han, author of the book, Be The Refuge, Raising the Voices of Asian American Buddhists. Chenxing Han is a Bay Area–based writer who holds a BA from Stanford University, an MA in Buddhist studies from the Graduate Theological Union, and a certificate in Buddhist chaplaincy from the Institute of Buddhist Studies in Berkeley, California. Her first book, Be the Refuge: Raising the Voices of Asian American Buddhists, was published by North Atlantic Books in January 2021. She recently co-organized May We Gather: A National Buddhist Memorial for Asian American Ancestors. Learn more about Be the Refuge and Chenxing here. The post Be the Refuge appeared first on KPFA.