Conflict Stories Podcast
Every conflict has a story... what's yours? Conflict is part of life - and while most of us avoid it (and don’t enjoy it!), it can create powerful opportunities for learning, growth + connection. Join us on Conflict Stories, where real people share their professional + personal experiences of conflict. Through candid conversations, expert hosts – Sam + Scott – normalise conflict, share strategies for navigating it, and reveal how it can lead to deeper understanding + stronger connections. Conflict Stories shines a light on the human (+ positive) side of conflict. Tune in - connect, learn + transform! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
CEO, Advocate and Change-Maker Stacey Ross is a visionary and dynamic leader transforming how communities respond to domestic, family and sexual violence. As CEO of The Centre for Women & Co. and Men & Co. Services, she leads with purpose - delivering vital support across SE QLD and driving social justice reform nationwide.
Stacey shares her leadership approach - turning conflict into growth, embedding values...
Clinical psychologist, former police negotiator and counter-terrorism expert Kieran Plasto shares powerful insights from a career spanning armed sieges to executive tensions. With experience across law enforcement and HR, he brings a rare depth of perspective to high-stakes conflict - and a deeply human approach to resolving it. Kieran unpacks his philosophy of conflict resolution, grounded in dignity, kindness and the often-overlo...
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of trauma, discrimination, captivity and sexual assault which some listeners may find distressing.
In this episode of the Conflict Stories podcast, Sam and Scott speak with Rabia Siddique, an international humanitarian lawyer and former senior British Army officer. Rabia recounts her journey from a challenging multicultural childhood, through traumatic experiences, including being a...
In this episode of Conflict Stories, Sam Hardy and Scott Dutton are joined by Tom Panos, a renowned real estate coach and auctioneer. Tom shares his experiences growing up in a conflict-averse Greek family, the challenges of managing family conflicts with his children, and the high-stakes emotional conflicts that arise during property auctions. He discusses the importance of pausing, being curious, and assuming that everyone is doi...
Mediator and social justice advocate Bruce Argyle reflects on a lifetime of resolving conflict - from youth work and parent-teen mediations to navigating high-stakes boardroom disputes and multi-party conflicts in a hospital ward.
He shares the lessons of over 700 mediations, a vineyard sabotage, a Highlander sword siege, and the art of actually being heard. With humour, humility, and heart, Bruce explores what makes mediat...
Journalist and author Mimi Kwa opens up about her tumultuous family history, intergenerational trauma, and journey to healing. She recounts her father’s lawsuit against her, the deep inner work it sparked, and the role of mindfulness and acceptance in moving forward.
Mimi also shares insights from her career, including a memorable clash with Russell Crowe, exploring how conflict - both personal + professional - can sh...
Meet your hosts, Sam Hardy + Scott Dutton – two dynamic voices in the world of conflict resolution.
In this premiere episode, Sam - a ‘pracademic’ – unpacks how conflict can entrap or empower. While Scott - the ‘Conflict Whisperer’ - brings years of wisdom from the
frontlines of mediation + conflict training.
Together, they share the inspiration behind Conflict Stories, drawing on professional + personal experiences....
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