{"podcast":{"title":"Conflict Skills","slug":"conflict-skills-5984529","podcast_index_feed_id":5984529,"rss_url":"https://rss.buzzsprout.com/2389104.rss","website_url":"https://simongoode.buzzsprout.com/","image_url":"https://storage.buzzsprout.com/i9jlvgjhutmhg12pn45bkrkjxtjn?.jpg","author":"Simon Goode","episode_count":108,"summary":"Simon Goode is a professional mediator and the host of the Conflict Skills Podcast, where he offers free resources and tools to navigate conflicts both in and out of the workplace. With a focus on practical strategies, Simon’s podcast addresses real-world scenarios, providing listeners with the tools to handle disputes effectively. In his recent episodes, he delves into the intricacies of workplace mediation, using case studies like conflicts between managers and staff members to illustrate his points. Simon's expertise and approachable style make his podcast an invaluable resource for anyone looking to improve their conflict resolution skills.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-16T12:20:56.636565+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conflict-skills-5984529"},"episode":{"title":"How to Set Boundaries and Follow Up Assertively in Difficult Conversations","slug":"how-to-set-boundaries-and-follow-up-assertively-in-difficult-conversations","published_at":"2026-02-25T00:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conflict-skills-5984529/how-to-set-boundaries-and-follow-up-assertively-in-difficult-conversations","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conflict-skills-5984529","url":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389104/episodes/18743116-how-to-set-boundaries-and-follow-up-assertively-in-difficult-conversations.mp3","audio_url":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389104/episodes/18743116-how-to-set-boundaries-and-follow-up-assertively-in-difficult-conversations.mp3","summary":"In this episode, Simon Goode explores how to follow up assertively in conflict situations without crossing into aggression, using a real-life neighborhood dispute as a case study. He breaks down practical strategies for communicating boundaries, weighing escalation options, and balancing assertiveness with relationship-building. The episode emphasizes adapting your approach to fit your context and values, and encourages listeners to reflect on their own methods and share their experiences. ...","meta_description":"In this episode, Simon Goode explores how to follow up assertively in conflict situations without crossing into aggression, using a real-life neighborhood…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1586,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/conflict-skills-5984529/episodes/how-to-set-boundaries-and-follow-up-assertively-in-difficult-conversations/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/conflict-skills-5984529/how-to-set-boundaries-and-follow-up-assertively-in-difficult-conversations.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}