PitchCentric
The Conflict Tipping Podcast podcast artwork

society

The Conflict Tipping Podcast

Hosted by Laura May, PhD · society · EN · 43 episodes

Audience: 3

About this Podcast:

The Conflict Tipping Podcast, hosted by Dr. Laura May, focuses on innovative strategies for responding to social conflict. Episodes bring in guests with expertise in all facets of conflict, from organizational behavior, emotions, technology, media, public and private social responsibility, and political polarization. Subscribe if you’re interested in conflict resolution, facilitation, peacebuilding, or the future of civil society -- we’d love to have you as part of our community!

Pitch Analysis

Required Pod Score for this show. PitchCentric checks your profile against host openness, topical fit, and audience signals before you generate a pitch.

Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

20%

Guest openness

Selective

80/100
Required Score

Sign up to generate a grounded pitch for The Conflict Tipping Podcast.

Signup to Generate a Pitch

Questions about The Conflict Tipping Podcast

What is The Conflict Tipping Podcast about?

The Conflict Tipping Podcast, hosted by Dr. Laura May, focuses on innovative strategies for responding to social conflict. Episodes bring in guests with expertise in all facets of conflict, from organizational behavior, emotions, technology, media, public and private social responsibility, and political polarization.

Who hosts The Conflict Tipping Podcast?

The Conflict Tipping Podcast is hosted by Laura May, PhD. The show has published 43 episodes to date.

What has The Conflict Tipping Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "What's the local in local peace? Conflict in Nigeria with Joshua Akintayo [Ep. 43]" (15 October 2025, 53 minutes), "The Ideological Brain with Dr Leor Zmigrod [Ep. 42]" (8 May 2025, 47 minutes), and "Creating spaces for transformation with Prabha Sankaranarayan [Ep. 41]" (17 February 2025, 47 minutes).

How often does The Conflict Tipping Podcast publish?

The Conflict Tipping Podcast publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 43 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Conflict Tipping Podcast?

Booking probability for The Conflict Tipping Podcast is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Conflict Tipping Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Conflict Tipping Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch The Conflict Tipping Podcast?

The strongest fits for The Conflict Tipping Podcast are Business & Management Consulting and Advocacy & Social Causes. The Conflict Tipping Podcast has a society audience.

About the host

Laura May, PhD hosts The Conflict Tipping Podcast, a society show with 43 episodes published.

Host email not verified for this showSign in to unlock →

Recent episodes

Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.

  • Episode #43

    What's the local in local peace? Conflict in Nigeria with Joshua Akintayo [Ep. 43]

    Oct 15, 202553 minS0

    <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, Laura May speaks with conflict scholar Joshua Akintayo, whose research explores how communities in Nigeria are rebuilding peace amid violent extremism. Josh’s work...

  • Episode #42

    The Ideological Brain with Dr Leor Zmigrod [Ep. 42]

    May 8, 202547 minS0

    <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, Laura May speaks with political neuroscientist and psychologist Dr Leor Zmigrod, author of incredible new book The Ideological Brain. Leor’s groundbreaking research...

  • Episode #41

    Creating spaces for transformation with Prabha Sankaranarayan [Ep. 41]

    Feb 17, 202547 minS0

    <p>Inside Conflict Transformation with MBBI's Prabha Sankaranarayan</p> <p>Host Laura May speaks with Prabha Sankaranarayan, president and CEO of Mediators Beyond Borders International, on her journey spanning child...

  • Episode #40

    Violent conflict "Disarmed" with Fleur Ravensbergen [Ep. 40]

    Jan 13, 202554 minS0

    <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast we welcome Fleur Ravensbergen, mediator, author, and co-founder of the Dialogue Advisory Group. Fleur shares stories and lessons from her work mediating violent armed...

  • Episode #39

    The New Empire of AI with Dr Rachel Adams [Ep. 39]

    Nov 20, 202443 minS0

    <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, host Laura May welcomes Dr Rachel Adams, founder and CEO of the Global Center on AI Governance and author of The New Empire of AI: The Future of Global Inequality...

View More
  • Episode #38

    "Making Friends Among the Taliban" with Ankur Delight [Ep. 38]

    Oct 16, 202428 minS0

    <p>"Making Friends Among the Taliban" with Ankur Delight</p> <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, host Laura May is joined by returning guest Ankur Delight, mediator and founder of a funk collective, to...

  • Episode #37

    Rwanda's Gacaca courts and gender-based violence with Dr Judith Rafferty [Ep. 37]

    Sep 11, 202446 minS0

    <p>Rwanda’s Gacaca Courts and Gender-Based Violence with Dr Judith Rafferty</p> <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, host Laura May speaks with Dr Judith Rafferty, an expert mediator and researcher, about...

  • Episode #36

    Reframing Peace Mediation with Dr Owen Frazer [Ep. 36]

    Aug 22, 202444 minS0

    <p>Reframing Peace Mediation with Dr Owen Frazer: A Deep Dive into Conflict Transformation</p> <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, host Laura May engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr Owen...

  • Episode #35

    Innovating 'peace' with Stephen Gray [Ep. 35]

    Aug 1, 202440 minS0

    <p>Innovating Peace with Stephen Gray: Embracing Inclusive and Adaptive Strategies</p> <p>Join host Laura May in this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast as we explore the world of inclusive peacebuilding with...

  • Episode #34

    From Conflict to Convergence with Mariah Levison and Rob Fersh [Ep. 34]

    Jul 23, 202442 minS0

    <p>Bridging Divides: Conflict Resolution with Rob Fersh and Mariah Levison</p> <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping Podcast from Mediate.com, host Laura May interviews Rob Fersh and Mariah Levison about their work...

  • Episode #33

    Amanda Ripley's "High Conflict", with Ankur Delight [Ep. 33]

    Jun 3, 202448 minS0

    <p>Join special guest Ankur Delight and Laura May as we review Amanda Ripley's book, "High Conflict".</p> <p>Book blurb:</p> <p>New York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist Amanda Ripley investigates...

  • Episode #32

    Mediating amidst crisis in Malawi with Brown Masingati [Ep. 32]

    May 19, 202429 minS0

    <p>Resilience in Adversity: Mediation and Climate Action in Malawi with Brown Masingati</p> <p>(Info on how to donate to Brown's work below!)</p> <p>Join host Laura May as she speaks with Brown Masingati, a member of...

  • Episode #31

    Researching the end of the (peacebuilding) world as we know it with Dr Julia Palmiano Federer [Ep. 31]

    Mar 25, 202454 minS0

    <p>Peace, Conflict, and the Power of Inclusion: Insights from Dr. Julia Palmiano Federer</p> <p>What happens if you put two mediation fangirls who also happen to be intersectional feminists together into the same...

  • Episode #30

    Ubuntu in practice with Bryony Vince [Ep. 30]

    Jan 30, 202443 minS0

    <p>Exploring Indigenous Approaches to Peacebuilding: The Idea of Ubuntu</p> <p><br> In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, host Laura May interviews Bryony Vince, a PhD candidate at the University of Sheffield...

  • Episode #29

    Conflict prevention math with Neli Kirilova [Ep. 29]

    Dec 2, 202326 minS0

    <p>Power Perception and Conflict Prevention in the Black Sea Region: A Conversation with Neli Kirilova</p> <p>In this episode of 'Conflict Tipping Podcast', host Laura May speaks with Neli Kirilova, a researcher focused...

  • Episode #28

    Supporting mental health in conflict with Dr Nawaraj Upadhaya [Ep. 28]

    Nov 10, 202337 minS0

    <p>Strengthening Mental Health in Conflict Zones: A Conversation with Dr. Nawaraj Upadhaya</p> <p>In this episode of the Conflict Tipping Podcast, host Laura May interviews Dr. Nawaraj Upadhaya, Global Mental Health...

  • Episode #27

    Nonviolence and Unarmed Civilian Protection with Dr Louise Ridden [Ep. 27]

    Oct 17, 202353 minS0

    <p>In the latest episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast from Mediate.com, meet Dr Louise Ridden, a specialist in nonviolence and Unarmed Civilian Protection. We talk about:</p> What is Unarmed Civilian Protection...

  • Episode #26

    Protecting people over tech platforms with Anne Ikiara of Digital Action [Ep. 26]

    Sep 1, 202336 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Laura engages in a riveting conversation with Anne Ikiara, the Executive Director of the nonprofit Digital Action. She has a remarkable background directing social enterprises in Global Majority...

  • Episode #25

    Queering the Colombian conflict with Dr Samuel Ritholtz [Ep. 25]

    Aug 12, 202342 minS0

    <p>Hear from Dr. Samuel Ritholtz, a Max Weber fellow at the European University Institute and specialist in queer experiences of conflict, crisis, and displacement, as they talk about their research into anti-LGBT...

  • Episode #24

    Getting enough sleep and time travelling with Dr Patricia Cernadas Curotto [Ep. 24]

    Jul 27, 202331 minS0

    <p>Laura May is joined by Dr. Patricia Cernadas Curotto, a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Geneva interested in compassion, conflict resolution, inter-group relations, and emotions. Laura attempts to...

Guest Appearances

Recent guests on The Conflict Tipping Podcast. Study who booked and why before you pitch.

Best industries to pitch The Conflict Tipping Podcast for

PitchCentric classifies The Conflict Tipping Podcast under these industries. Guests from them are the closest fit, and each links to the best podcasts in that industry.

Podcasts like The Conflict Tipping Podcast

Is this podcast yours and you'd like to remove or correct details? Request removal or email privacy@pitchcentric.com.

Questions about the free trial? See the pricing FAQ