Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast

Do you have another AITA to share? Why not? Write to CT Ehler at ehlermediation@gmail.com if you or someone you know has a great issue to share. This is quite possibly the juiciest and most intense AITA yet! We want to hear your opinions! Dale and CT look deep into a potential toxic friendship and an accusation of "SWF" - where is the truth? Neighbors, kids and dogs- who is in the "right"? Sibling...

CT sits down and talks with one of her mentors and friends, Karen Smith, a fellow paralegal and Mediator. Karen shares how she got into Mediation and legal services, and was persuaded to get into Social services first. She speaks on her experience in high risk domestic reports, human trafficking rescue, and how it built her career in Criminal law today. She talks about the flags around narcissisti...

Today we announce something a little different: a mock mediation. Mediators in training get to practice these in preparation for mediation. CT invites her former firm partners, Jasvir Bhatti and Daniel Reuven-Ezekiel Côté-Ryshpan. Stay tuned for more mock mediations, and let us know what you think! Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paral...

CT gets to sit down with Jasvir Bhatti, one of the partners of former ERB Legal LLP and discuss the benefits of hiring a paralegal, especially in the areas of Provincial Offences (traffic tickets), and discuss the challenges of being a new immigrant challenges. Jasvir talks about what inspired her to get into law.  Jasvir chats with CT about paralegal representation in court, mediation challenges,...

This week on our new AITA episode, we talk about two disputes: one between a wealthy podcaster and old friends; the next about an employee facing a dilemma around food being taken from a delivery business. Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paralegal (Formerly ERB Legal LLP). CT Ehler is our resident Mediator and Licensed Paralegal, pract...

CT and Dale sit down with Khary Small, a mediator who specializes in Landlord Tenant disputes. The current situation in Ontario has created a serious backlog at the LTB. Filing forms with the Tribunal and expecting a quick resolution is not available... This is why private mediation can be a much more affordable option.  Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and s...

CT and Dale discuss ideas around elder mediation, but also introduce a book club! CT offers up titles for both mediators and any person interested in delving into mediation (fiction and non-fiction). Listeners - tell us about your ideas around Self-File Wills or when it's good to make end of life planning (such as Living Wills). Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produc...

Hey listeners! What songs facilitate a calm reflective mood for you? What helps with de-stressing? Do you need music to bring up up energetically to prepare you for a stressful situation? What artists do you resonate with? This week we tackle mediation and music! This week CT and Dale cover songs often cited in media and in conflict resolution. CT cites the mediation role of "setting the scene" an...

We apologize for the technical audio difficulties - including an active baby in the background. Jean Sarrazin worked magic to make it as easy to hear as possible. CT gets to sit down with Daniel Cote-Ryshpan, one of the partners of former ERB Legal LLP and discuss the benefits of hiring a paralegal, especially in the areas of Self-File legal areas like Civil litigation (suing someone), family cour...

Today CT and Dale try to tackle the juggernaut that is International mediation. CT uses sources that are still developing at the time of publishing in 2024, and Dale offers his input as a kind sounding board for those of us who feel this issue is anxiety inducing. There's lots to unpack this episode, and we thank Jean Sarrazin for taking the time to edit this incredibly difficult topic.  We want t...

We've got another great round of mixed listener submissions and Reddit AITA! We look at the everyday conflicts people encounter from a mediation perspective. We also made a big shout out to Gordon Ramsay, hence the name of this podcast title in his honor! We look at restaurant conflicts and a MIL gets kicked out at night? Join us for the chat and feel free to write us your AITA problems or someone...

CT sits with Jessica Sarrazin to talk Money with you! Jessica is an Independent Representative with Carte Wealth Management Inc./Gestion Carte Wealth Inc. She is a problem-solver and a hard-working proponent for her clients. She is passionate about helping her clients take charge of one of the most important aspect of their lives: their money. Jessica talks about finance in a manner that inspires...

Concussions are serious business. Only in the past ten years has more awareness and public education started to see a better understanding on how it can impact stress, function, and even issues of capacity. This is a really good way for people to understand how to navigate some of the day-today life, medical and legal issues that face anyone dealing with mental incapacity. This week, CT and Dale s...

Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paralegal (Formerly ERB Legal LLP). CT Ehler is our resident Mediator and Licensed Paralegal, practicing Provincial law in Ontario. Connect for mediation directly with CT Ehler at ehlermediation@gmail.com for private mediation services. Dale Sheldon is our resident non-Mediator, here to soundboard topics...

Do you know someone who is an a-hole? Are you worried you might be one in a conflict? We have another installment of CT and Dale reading famous reddit thread AITA questions, and some sent in to read for the first time! Write to us and get your AITA read on our podcast.   Charlotte Dobre - https://www.charlottedobre.net/  

This week CT and Dale sit down and talk with Chris Semenuk, RMT and former National Senior Gold Medalist for 400m 1996 and Bronze Medalist in 4x400m relay 1997. This was an opportunity to discuss some of the legal issues and complex workplaces healthcare practitioners face. Chris also got to share some of the potholes patients face when attempting to navigate the healthcare system, and the lack of...

Do you have a movie, song, video, play, or other piece of art that shows conflict you want to discuss? This week we look at 1998’s “The Wedding Singer” film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. Write to us and tell us your pre-marital planning issues - could you benefit from a mediation? Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paralegal (...

Mike MacConnell is an accredited Family Mediator in private practice under the name Reflective Mediation. He is also the author of a self-help memoire: The Yoga Of Divorce: A Mindful Route to Resolving Disputes. He is Google’s top-ranked Family Mediator in southern Ontario, with over 160 5-star reviews. Mike’s brand is well expressed in the name of his business: REFLECTIVE MEDIATION. He is particu...

This podcast is dedicated to the memory of James Kiyoshk. Are you unsure about your teen’s health and safety? Are you looking for ways to teach about navigating conflict, consent and healthy boundaries? Check out our show and see the resources we compiled below. Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. CT and Dale talk about negotiating conflict, chat about what got CT into Mediation, and dis...

Introducing the popular #AITA? first introduced on reddit, and now a great exercise used even in mediation! CT and Dale read a blend of audience and reddit forum questions. Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paralegal (Formerly ERB Legal LLP). CT Ehler is our resident Mediator and Licensed Paralegal, practicing Provincial law in Ontario....

*We apologize for the low grade hum due to a mic recording issue. This week CT and Dale sit down with Gerette Buglion to discuss power dynamics, cults, Writing to Reckon, and where mediation comes into play. Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paralegal (Formerly ERB Legal LLP). CT Ehler is our resident Mediator and Licensed Paralegal, pra...

This week CT and Dale talk the $100Million dollar lawsuit for workplace harassment, and connected cases. Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paralegal (Formerly ERB Legal LLP). CT Ehler is our resident Mediator and Licensed Paralegal, practicing Provincial law in Ontario. Connect for mediation directly with CT Ehler at ehlermediation@gmail...

Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. CT and Dale talk about negotiating conflict, chat about what got CT into Mediation, and discuss what to expect in the podcast in future episodes. This podcast commenced on October 30, 2023, and was first published April 8, 2024. Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Paralegal (Formerly ERB Legal...