211: Fight Club, But Make It AI: Rehearsing Conflict With a Bot Buddy

Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educators

Can AI help us get better at one of the most challenging human skills—navigating conflict? In this episode, host Tricia Friedman shares the results of her latest experiment: building an AI-powered Conflict Simulator designed to help us rehearse and refine our approach to tough conversations. From using AI tools like Consensus and Moxie to explore conflict resolution research, to incorporating unexpected wisdom from dog play, Tricia takes listeners through the process of designing and testing a bot that doesn’t just answer questions—but helps us practice how to engage in conflict more effectively. Listen in as Tricia puts the AI to the test, reflects on the role of synthetic voices, and invites you to experiment with the bot yourself. Whether you avoid conflict at all costs or want to sharpen your skills, this episode explores a fascinating new way to learn through AI. 🔗 Try the Conflict Simulator:https://chatgpt.com/g/g-67b5feb5a74c8191bb26074523bfc77a-conflict-simulator 📩 Share your feedback: [e-mail] 📖 Connected, Not Consumed https://resources.techhealthyfamilies.com/ebook