In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, negotiation experts Noam and Chad discuss the book, “Star Wars and Conflict Resolution,” examining negotiation strategies through the lens of Star Wars characters. They explore how deeply ingrained conflict modes such as competition, cooperation, accommodation, avoidance, and compromise are reflected in characters like Anakin Skywalker, Finn, C3PO, and Owen Lars. Through a detailed analysis of Darth Vader’s strategic choices, they demonstrate the potential to deviate from default conflict modes. They also discuss the importance of self-awareness, strategic choices, and flexibility in negotiation, offering practical exercises for those seeking to enhance their negotiation skills.