Negotiate Anything

Transform your relationships. Speak your truth. Get what you deserve—with Kwame Christian as your guide. This is the #1 negotiation podcast in the world with over 15 million downloads, but it’s about so much more than that.


This isn’t about manipulation or domination—it’s about showing up more powerfully, leading with authenticity, and speaking your truth with more clarity. Whether you’re leading a team, parenting through stress, or learning to speak up without fear, the skills you’ll build here will transform how you show up in every area of your life. 


Kwame doesn’t just teach strategy—he teaches transformation, helping you become the kind of person who moves through life with more clarity, courage, and compassion. Every episode is rooted in empathy, psychology, and Kwame’s signature warmth, blending real-world stories, expert guests, and practical frameworks so you can break through the fears that have been holding you back. 


Join millions of listeners who’ve discovered that the best things in life really are on the other side of difficult conversations. 


Ready to level up at work and at home?


About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.

Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:

• How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)

• Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)

As a degrees in law, psychology, and public policy, Kwame brings a wealth of knowledge to every episode. He’s also a LinkedIn instructor with over 2.3 million learners, making complex negotiation concepts accessible to everyone.


Why This Podcast?

At the American Negotiation Institute, we believe that the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Our mission is to empower you to negotiate anything, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator or just starting, our podcast equips you with the tools and confidence to navigate any conversation.


Tune in to Transform Your Life:

Join millions of listeners who have already unlocked the power of negotiation. Subscribe now and start mastering the skills that will transform your professional and personal life. Watch our episodes on YouTube for more visual insights and tips.


Connect with Us:

• Website: American Negotiation Institute

• Email: simon@negotiateanything.com

• LinkedIn: Kwame Christian

• YouTube: Negotiate Anything


Produced by the American Negotiation Institute

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Giving and Receiving Effective Feedback With He...
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How to Be an Effective Leader While Under Press...
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Throwback Episode: Are They Bluffing? With Kwam...
Welcome to a ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Kwame Christian's episode: Are They Bluffing?Request a Custom Workshop For Your CompanyGet Free...
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The Importance of Preparation, Emotions, and Re...
In this episode, Karen Walch, Creator at The Experience Accelerator and Wisdom Destinations, discusses what’s missing in negotiation, 5 dimensions of humanity, and how to handle the other party not using the same approach.Request a Custom Workshop F...
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John Glenn College Young Alumni Award: Kwame Ch...
In this episode, ANI's CEO and founder, Kwame Christian Esq., M.A., has received the John Glenn College Young Alumni Award from John Glenn College of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University. This award recognizes a John Glenn...
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Throwback Episode: How to Listen for Connection...
Welcome to a ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Jessica Pettitt's episode: How to Listen for Connection and Persuasion.Request a Custom Workshop F...
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How to Navigate Awkward Conversations in Busine...
In this episode, Alicia Shaw, attorney at Carlile, Patchen, and Murphy LLP, discusses how to best navigate awkward conversations.Carlile, Patchen, and Murphy LLPRequest a Custom Workshop For Your CompanyGet Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation G...
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How to Better Utilize Artificial Intelligence i...
In this episode, Martin Rand, CEO of Pactum.com, discusses how to best use A.I. to help us in our negotiations.PactumRequest a Custom Workshop For Your CompanyGet Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation GuidesFollow Martin on LinkedInFollow K...
33 min
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Throwback Episode: Cross Cultural Negotiations ...
Welcome to a ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Claude Fidelin's episode: Cross Cultural Negotiations.Request a Custom Workshop For Your Company...
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How Negotiation Strategies Can Help Create and ...
In this episode, Marylin McClure, discusses exercising negotiation strategies while still maintaining a personal brand.Request a Custom Workshop For Your CompanyGet Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation GuidesFollow Marilyn on LinkedInFollow K...
45 min
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How to Have Difficult Conversations About Money...
In this episode, Patrice Washington, Founder of Redefining Wealth and Podcast Host, discusses how to have difficult conversations about money. Patrice's Book: Redefining Wealth For YourselfPatrice's websiteRequest a Custom W...
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Throwback Episode: How to Deal with Passive Agg...
Welcome to a ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Beth Buelow's episode: How to Deal with Passive Aggressiveness.Request a Custom Workshop For Your ...
23 min
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The Importance of Persistence and Problem Solvi...
In this episode, Joshua Weiss, President of Negotiation Works, Inc., Negotiation Expert, and Author, discusses power of stories, common myths of negotiation, and the combination of persistence and problem solving as the key to most negotiation...
44 min
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How Inclusive Language Can Benefit Your Busines...
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PRACTICE SESSION: How and When to Say No With R...
In this practice session, Rebecca is back to show us how and when to say no.Request a Custom Workshop For Your CompanyGet Free Access to Over 15 Negotiation GuidesFollow Regan on LinkedInFollow Kwame on LinkedInIf you've been a li...
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Common Mistakes in Salary Negotiation and How t...
In this episode, Robin Guidry, Talent Acquisition Manager, Author and Podcast Host, discusses common salary negotiation mistakes and how to avoid them.Robin's Book: RiseThe Buy In PodcastRobin's WebsiteRequest a Custom Workshop Fo...
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Analyzing the NBA Boycott with Chuck Scott
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Mastering Difficult Conversations and Negotiati...
In this throwback episode, we visit Lisa Lewis Miller's podcast: The Career Clarity Show where she interviews Kwame Christian on mastering difficult conversations.Career Clarity BookCareer Clarity WebsiteRequest a Custom Workshop For Your...
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Becoming a Better Negotiator Through Curiosity ...
In this episode, Lara Pence, licensed psychologist and founder of Lighfbox, discusses the importance of being internally curious, how internal curiosity helps us to become better negotiators, and how can we maximize curiosity during the conversation....
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The Essentiality of Self-Belief and How to Deve...
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Throwback Episode: How and When to Say No With ...
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Negotiating a More Fulfilling Career With Lisa ...
In this episode, Lisa Lewis Miller, founder of Career Clarity, discusses defining what you want versus what you don't want, getting key people on board, and setting yourself up for success in a career transition.Career Clarity BookCareer Cla...
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Creating Persuasive Personal Brand With Justin ...
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Throwback Episode: Debunking Negotiation Myths ...
Welcome to a ANI Throwback Episode! In these episodes, we reintroduce you to some of our most popular episodes. This week, we revisit to Allan Tsang's episode: Debunking Negotiation Myths.Request a Custom Workshop For Your CompanyGe...
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Making the Best Decisions to Become the Best Yo...
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