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Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastTypical Family Law Disagreements People Should Not Fight Over at MediationTye Bourdony
2023-08-0520 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastEP 206 Tips for Parties Before Starting Mediation with Tye BourdonyTye Bourdony
2023-05-2014 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastEP 181 Is Mediation Mandatory in DivorcesIn this video Tye Bourdony of cfmediationcenter.com together with Mac and Natalia of OlowskaPierre.com are explaining if mediation is mandatory in divorces in different jurisdictions (including Florida, Texas and Poland). They explain what issues pertaining to divorce can be mediated (like parenting plans, property settlements) and whether it is better to do mediation before or after filing for divorce.
2023-01-2822 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastEP 182 Being Bullied at MediationTye Bourdony of cfmediationcenter.com and Mac and Natalia of OlowskaPierre.com present different aspects of whether bullying can take place in mediation at all and what if it does. They go through how a mediator can stop a bully and present how you can trust a mediator will not allow that you are bullied. This video explains how a caucus mediation work and why it can be effective in preventing or stopping attempts of bullying and what other tools a good mediator has to make parties feel safe in mediation and free from the threat of bullying.
2023-01-2822 min
Mediation MomentObserving Mediation with Esteban Scornik Pt.2Visit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment EP22–Observing Mediation with Esteban Scornik Pt.2
In this episode, Tye continues the conversation on his observation with CPLS mediator Esteban Scornik. Tye explores how Esteban approached mediation when the parties were entrenched, and the strategies used to share parties’ perspectives during the caucus. Tye shares observing effective use of reality checking and reframing, and understanding not all mediations should end in an agreement.
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2023-01-2510 minMediation MomentObserving Mediation with Esteban Scornik Pt. 1Visit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment EP21–Observing Mediation with Esteban Scornik Pt. 1
In this episode, Tye discusses observing a mediation conducted by fellow CPLS mediator, Esteban Scolnik. In an insurance-related mediation, Tye explains how Esteban was able to bring his own professional and personal experience to help identify and address issues. Tye explores what skills were critical to building empathy throughout the mediation process.
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2023-01-1808 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastEP 179 Extreme Emotional Triggers in MediationsFran Brochstein of FamilyLaw4U.com and Tye Bourdony of CPLSPA.com joined Mac and Natalia of OlowskaPierre.com to discuss emotions in mediations. They explain in simple words and show practical examples of how a good mediator can create a safe place for the mediating parties, even if difficult emotions come into play. It's not just about showing empathy or allowing parties to vent - it is also about leading them through understanding the emotions and making the parties at ease with whatever they are going through to help them reach an agreement. Amongst practical solutions, Douglas Noll's co...
2023-01-0724 minMediation MomentManaging emotions as the mediatorVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment EP20–Managing emotions as the mediator.
In this episode, Tye discusses how to handle mediation when emotions run high. Learn to identify when to caucus and how to use the caucus to lower emotions. Develop skills to head off future issues and avoid impasses Please like and Share this video if you think it may be helpful to other mediators. And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and...
2022-12-2805 minMediation MomentBrining your life experience to mediationVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment EP19–Brining your life experience to mediation
In this episode, Tye discusses how and when a mediator can bring their life experience to mediation. Tye shares his own story and how it has enabled him to assist parties in mediation. Explore the balance between the parties’ right to self-determination and the mediator’s own experiences as a tool.
And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time a...
2022-12-2005 minMediation MomentHow to Handle Acts of God in MediationVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation MomentEP18–How to Handle Acts of God in Mediation.
Hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes are all something no mediator or party has control over and in this episode, Tye discusses how such events may affect mediation. Learn how to identify when a good cause exists to reschedule and what procedures should be followed when acting as the guardian of the process. Please like and Share this video if you think it may be useful to other mediators. And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so k...
2022-12-1406 minMediation MomentGuarding Parties’ Right to Self-Determination in the Opening StatementVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment EP17–Guarding Parties’ Right to Self-Determination in the Opening Statement
In this episode, Tye discusses how the parties’ right to self-determination may be at issue during or prior to giving the opening statement. Explore real-world scenarios and develop the tools to address issues early in the process, including how to use the caucus to effectively address self-determination concerns.
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2022-12-0706 minMediation MomentSetting the Stage with an Opening StatementVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment Podcast EP 16–Setting the Stage with an Opening Statement
In this episode, he discusses the fundamental purpose of a mediator's opening statement and how it can be used to lay the groundwork for a successful mediation. Learn how to identify a variety of issues as the guardian of the mediation process. Explore uncommon and unique circumstances and how they may be addressed in the mediator's opening.
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2022-12-0708 minMediation MomentBringing Positive Energy to MediationVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment Podcast EP 15–Bringing Positive Energy to Mediation
In this episode, Tye discusses the value of bringing positive energy to mediation. He shares a message on how positive energy affects the parties, the mediator, and the mediation itself. Please like and Share this video if you think it may be useful to other mediators. And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.
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2022-11-2805 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastNeutral Impartiality With Tye BourdonyTye Bourdony shares thoughts on being neutral in mediation.
2022-11-1916 minMediation MomentMediator Discretion in Allowing Third-Party ParticipationVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
In this episode, Tye discusses the mediator’s role in allowing third parties to participate in mediation. The discussion covers how to handle objections to the third-party participant and when to allow the participant in mediation, over an objection. Tye provides examples of how a caucus, as well as other tools, can be used with a third-party participant.
And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, th...
2022-11-1608 minMediation MomentAssessing Parties’ Ability to Meaningfully Participate in MediationIn this episode Tye host Legal Assistant and fellow Mediator Ronnie Bell.
Ronnie shares his recent experience in determining if a party can meaningfully participate in
mediation. Tye recalls his own similar experiences, as the two discuss the role of the mediator,
professionalism, and best practices to use.
Information and links to connect with video participants:
Tye Bourdony
Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
Ronnie Bell
Email: rbell@cplspa.com
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2022-10-0310 minMediation MomentWhat can a Mediator do when unexpected issues prevent parties from coming to agreement on major issues?
The effect that Unexpected Liability issues have on Mediation and potential agreements.
Considerations and suggestions a mediator may consider making in the Engagement Letters to the parties.
Please like and Share this video if you think it may be useful to other mediators.
And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.
Tye Bourdony
Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
To learn mo...
2022-09-2607 minMediation MomentRemaining Neutral Through Controversial StatementsIn this episode, the role of the mediator as a neutral party in the face of
controversial comments is explored. Tye discusses the importance of setting aside personal
opinions and maintaining neutrality, even when parties bring up potentially controversial
subjects.
Tye Bourdony
Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. visit:
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2022-09-2106 minMediation MomentAvoiding Potential Pitfalls When Scheduling MediationVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment Podcast EP 10–Avoiding Potential Pitfalls When Scheduling Mediation
In this episode of Mediation Moment, identifying regular issues mediators face
when scheduling mediations take center stage. Tye introduces effective methods to fulfill the
mediator’s role as the guardian of the process, including contacting the parties before scheduling
a conference.
Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A...
2022-09-2006 minMediation MomentFollowing Your Mediator's InstinctVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment Podcast EP 9–Following Your Mediator's Instinct
Tye discusses a mediator's instinct as a critical tool and how it can be developed through experience. He examines how instinct can help deliver what the parties need from their mediator, even when that does not result in an agreement.
Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. Visit: https://cplspa.com/cle-cme-training/mediation-mastery/”
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2022-09-1605 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastCan You Agree to No Child Support in Family MediationsTye Bourdony of https://cplspa.com with Natalia Olowska-Czajka and Mac Pierre-Louis of https://olowskapierre.com illustrate how mediation addresses a question so commonly asked by handfuls of many parents, “Can I agree to pay no child support at all?” As usual, it depends… In this video, we dive into creative ways to addressing […]
2022-09-0529 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastThe Different Ways Mediations Can End With Tye BourdonyTye Bourdony of https://cplspa.com with Natalia Olowska-Czajka and Mac Pierre-Louis of https://olowskapierre.com discuss how mediations can end; providing examples of the most common scenarios: full agreement (MSA – Mediated Settlement Agreement) – where parties reach full agreement on all topics discussed partial agreement – where parties are able to agree […]
2022-09-0528 minMediation MomentInterview with Dr. Wanda Bonet-GascotVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Mediation Moment Podcast EP 8
Interview with Dr. Wanda Bonet-Gascot from the DrW Institute on Holistic Emotional Intelligence.
Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/ Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
Visit: https://cplspa.com/cle-cme-training/mediation-mastery/” Call: 1-877-647-7887 Email: info@cplspa.com https://www.cplspa.com
2022-08-2554 min
Mediation MomentCPLS Managing Partner Tee Persad Part 4In Tye’s final episode with Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad, the two discuss building a business model for mediation. The requirements to create a successful mediation business model are broken down into nine building blocks, and their significance is explained.
Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
Tee Persad Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tee-persad/
To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. Visit: https://cplspa.com/cle-cme-training/mediation-mastery/
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2022-06-1411 minMediation MomentCPLS Managing Partner Tee Persad Part 3Visit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Tye continues his conversation with the Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad discussing the life cycle of a mediator. Tee reveals the stages of the mediator life cycle; the importance of a mediator recognizing what stage they are in; and the significance of identifying what steps need to be taken to progress to the next stage.
Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/ Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
Tee Persad Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tee-persad/
To learn more...
2022-06-1428 minMediation MomentCPLS Managing Partner Tee Persad Part 2Visit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Tye continues his conversation with Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad in a conversation on what makes an effective opening statement in mediation. This episode discusses the importance of helping parties avoid actions that are destructive to the mediation process; establishing what actions are helpful to the process; and building trust within the mediation process.
Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com Tee Persad Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tee-persad/
To learn more about m...
2022-06-1418 minMediation MomentCPLS Managing Partner Tee Persad Part 1
Visit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
Tye hosts Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad. Follow their conversation on the resources, skills, knowledge, and systems required to make a successful mediation program. The two discuss the importance of ongoing mediator training and the critical aspects of a successful remote mediation.
Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com
Tee Persad Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tee-persad/
To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P...
2022-06-1416 minMediation MomentCPLS Mediation Department Legal Assistant Ronnie BellVisit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
tbourdony@plspa.com CALL 1-800-647-7887
Tye sits down for a conversation with the CPLS Mediation Department’s Legal Assistant and fellow Mediator Ronnie Bell. Discover the tools, experience, and resources available through the CPLS mediation department by joining Tye in a broad-ranging discussion. Ronnie shares his own perspective on the mediation career path and the training opportunities provided at CPLS.
Tye Bourdony
Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Ronnie Bell: rbell@cplspa.com
To learn mo...
2022-06-1012 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastReframing As A Way To Change Parties’ Perspectives At MediationHelping parties see problems and solutions differently is the heart of reframing. In this conversation, seasoned mediator trainer Tye Bourdony of CPLSPA.com joined with Mac and Natalia of OlowskaPierre.com to help professionals and parties understand the value of reframing in mediation.
2022-06-0921 min
Lawyers & Mediators International PodcastMediator Leadership QualitiesA conversation between Tye Bourdony of CPLSPA.com and Mac and Natalia of OlowskaPierre.com on the leadership qualities of mediators, many of which only come with experience. Check out the conversation on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/WcqpWeMdAVc.
2022-06-0925 minMediation MomentLessons Learned from Mediation Externship with Darius Gonzalez Part 2Visit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
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Tye continues the conversation with former extern, FAMU Law graduate, and fellow mediator Darius Gonzalez. Follow a discussion on the impact of remote work on mediation and training. Tye provides insight into the transition of mediation from in-person to remote. Darius shares the experience of training and externing in a hybrid workspace. Tye Bourdony, Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Darius Gonzalez, Bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darius-gonzalez-5b8b5123b?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3...
2022-06-0712 minMediation MomentLessons Learned from Mediation Externship with Darius Gonzalez Part 1Visit us at: https://www.cplspa.com/practice-areas/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr/mediation-services/
tbourdony@plspa.com CALL 1-800-647-7887
Tye interviews former extern, FAMU Law graduate, and fellow mediator Darius Gonzalez. Tye leads a conversation on the skills and techniques developed during the externship. Darius discusses the impact mediation has had on his legal education. Tye Bourdony, Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/
Darius Gonzalez, Bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darius-gonzalez-5b8b5123b?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B9zfFvtd%2FRvK6TegqLNxWtA%3D%3D
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2022-06-0709 min
SciFiPulse RadioSFP-NOW featuring Louis LombardiWelcome to the new episode of SFP-NOW. The place to come for a crazy and unique look at some of today's science fiction and fantasy televiison shows and movies.Returning from exile to go over some of the last weeks news with me is Tye Bourdony, who offers up his thoughts on the potential casting of Tom Hardy in the new Terminator film among other things.Our interview this week is with actor Louis Lombardi, who has appeared in a fantastic collection and television shows and movies. Fans of science fiction and fantasy...
2013-11-1546 minSciFiPulse RadioSFP-NOW Featuring Ethan FlowerWelcome to another episode of SFP NOW with the usual mixture of news and interviews.This week I'm joined by Tye Bourdony who goes through some of the past weeks news. One thing discussed is whether or not Stargate would be a better movie series or TV series.Our guest this week is actor Ethan Flower who talks about his new movie 'Dragon Day,' which is due for released in November. Ethan also talks with me about his experience of working under Kevin Smith in the celebrated cult directors second movie Mallrats.
2013-09-281h 04SciFiPulse RadioSFP-Now Featuring Composer Bear McCrearyAfter a week out from the game SFP-NOW is back and we have loads to talk about.Returning to the fold after a month long break is Tye Bourdony, who joins me to discuss some of the last months more interesting developments in scifi television and movies. Up for discussion is our thoughts on the casting of Peter Capaldi as the 12th Doctor Who, some discussion on the recent Star Wars episode 7 castings and our thoughts on Ben Affleck's casting as Batman in the second Superman film.And if all that isn't enough for you...
2013-08-3049 min
MonsterTalkThe Rise of Bat BoyIn the pantheon of American monsters, only one truly dominated the newspapers of the 1990s. Checkout lines everywhere were haunted by the bald-headed, wide-mawed visage of Bat Boy.
What was Bat Boy, and where did he come from? The MonsterTalk team interviews cartoonist Tye Bourdony, a former employee of the Weekly World News. Bourdony shares his insights about Bat Boy and the rise and fall of the famous tabloid paper.
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2010-10-2059 min
MonsterTalkThe Rise of Bat BoyIn the pantheon of American monsters, only one truly dominated the newspapers of the 1990s. Checkout lines everywhere were haunted by the bald-headed, wide-mawed visage of Bat Boy. What was Bat Boy, and where did he come from? The MonsterTalk team interviews cartoonist Tye Bourdony, a former employee of the Weekly World News. Bourdony shares his insights about Bat Boy and the rise and fall of the famous tabloid paper. READ full episode notesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue...
2010-10-2059 min