Welcome to Maxwell En-Route – Where we explore and discuss various topics of interests with experts and thought leaders in the alternative dispute resolution community.
All episodes on Season 1 “Technology and AI”, Season 2 “Art of Negotiation” and Season 3 “Balancing Sustainability and Progress” are available on YouTube and Spotify.
Season 4: The Art of persuasion: Advocacy before the tribunal
In this season, we explore the subtle yet powerful ways language – spoken, non-verbal, and cultural shapes perceptions of advocates before international arbitration tribunals. Through candid conversations with distinguished counsel and arbitrators, we will look at how body language, and accent influence credibility, connection, and advocacy effectiveness.
- New Podcast Episode
- Episode 3: En-Route with Zhao Fang and Ng Jern-Fei KC
In our latest episode, we take a closer look at advocacy as a multi-dimensional craft with Zhao Fang and Ng Jern-Fei KC. From written and oral persuasion to the quiet power of non-verbal cues, they explore how credibility, communication, and a solutions-focused mindset come together to shape effective advocacy.
- Episode 2: En-Route with Koh Swee Yen SC and Duncan Watson KC
In this latest episode, Swee Yen and Duncan unpack the building blocks of persuasive advocacy, exploring how structure and simplicity bring clarity, how storytelling sharpens an argument, and why a well-timed pause can be just as powerful as the words themselves.
- Episode 1: En-Route with Chiann Bao and Daniel Kalderimis KC
In our first episode, we step outside the Maxwell studio with Chiann Bao and Daniel Kalderimis KC, as Daniel reflects on philosophy, perspective, and a season of soul-searching – and how the path of persuasive advocacy sometimes begins beyond the courtroom.
Season 3: Balancing Sustainability and progress
Ep 2: Melissa Low
Ep 4: Victor Nian
Season 2: Art of Negotiation
Our second season of En-Route ventures into the multifaceted world of negotiation, exploring its significance, techniques, and sustainable approaches. We’ll explore why negotiation skills are indispensable for lawyers and businesses , helping them secure deals, resolve conflicts and build lasting partnerships. Join us as for a journey into the art of negotiation.
Read more about the summary for the season – The Art of Negotiation: Why Negotiation and Why Now.
Ep 2: George Lim
Ep 4: Natalie Morris-Sharma
SeASON 1: Technology and AI
Technology innovation has transformed our lives in so many ways. New AI-driven tech, exemplified by the likes of ChatGPT, has sparked intense discussions and raised crucial questions about the far-reaching effects of AI on our society. Are we equipped with the necessary tools to navigate a dynamically evolving world?
The aim of our debut series is to provide insights that enable a deeper understanding of technology, with a particular focus on how emerging innovations can bring value and redefine the landscape of our work and roles. Join us as we explore the transformative possibilities that technology holds and uncover ways to navigate this ever-changing technological frontier.
Read more about our summary for the season – insights, advice and key takeaways.
