Masterpeace

Dr. Antje Herrberg

What is Masterpeace ? A presentation. Peace is not the absence of conflict. It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict. It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered.

  1. 5d ago

    #012 The act or non act of Forgiveness - meet Boris Tadic

    The is a complex episode as it’s as personal as it is political. We speak about Forgiveness and what that entails- whether politicians can apologise for atrocities and how. I speak to Boris Tadic former President of Serbia. It’s a bit skin deep but also to the core of what peacemaking is all about- this time focussed on the Balkans (and a bit about Germany - Willy Brandt)   What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

  2. Jul 26

    #011 Peace (in the Middle East) is a Choice: Meet Tzipi Livni

    Tzipi Livni is one of Israel’s most prominent political leaders and one of the country’s best-known advocates for a negotiated peace with the Palestinians. A lawyer by training, she served as Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Deputy Prime Minister and chief negotiator in successive rounds of Israeli-Palestinian peace talks. Throughout her career, she has argued that Israel’s long-term security depends not only on military strength but also on a political solution based on two states living side by side in peace and security. In this conversation, we move beyond the headlines to explore the person behind the negotiator. We discuss what first drew Livni into politics, what happens inside high-stakes negotiations, how trust is built when fear dominates, and whether leaders can still make courageous choices in deeply divided societies. At a moment when the future of the Middle East feels more uncertain than ever, this episode offers a rare opportunity to hear from a women who has spent decades trying to turn the idea of peace into political reality and explains how peace is also a matter of choice.    What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

  3. Jul 10

    #010 Micromoments for Peace: from swimming on a lake to the negotiating table

    This series is just some deep sharing about the whole issue of how people can literally loose their minds at the negotiation table. I share personal experiences of swimming and creating the habit of micro-moments to help regulate myself. I explore a bit the theory but always jump to events and explore how anyone working with conflict can address and understand the importance and significance of safe spaces. It’s a 40 min journey and you need to be in a good place to listen to it. What are your micro moments?    What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

  4. Jun 26

    #009 On coexistence, peace as a process and the human behind the mediation advisor: Meet Marie-Joelle Zahar

    In this episode, I speak with the remarkable Marie-Joëlle Zahar, scholar, practitioner, and one of the leading voices on civil wars, political settlements and peace processes. Born and raised in in Lebanon during the civil war and now a Canadian, she reflects on how growing up admiration violence shaped her understanding of conflict, coexistence and peace. We explore national dialogues, emotions and relationships in mediation the challenges facing women in peacemaking and what Lebanon can teach us about deeply divided societies. At the heart of this rich and long (the longest so far) podcast is that mastering peace does not mean you have to have all the answers but to remain a perpetual student. Continue to listen, learn and to take seriously the experiences and aspirations of others.    What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

  5. Jun 12

    #008 A new frontier: maritime security & Gulf Of Hormuz meet Pancho Peleteiro

    This quite challenging episode examines the dynamics around the Gulf of Hormuz using an interview with Pancho Peleteiro, an eminent Maritime lawyer. We ask the fundamental questions about what how to navigate the uncertain waters of Maritime security in the field of Peace Mediation given the complex legal framework.   What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

  6. May 28

    #007 The profession of the Peace Mediator - meet Dr. Sven Koopmans

    How does an EU Special Representative for the Middle East practice Peace Mediation ? Sven Koopmans is someone who knows and practices in different dimensions, which makes him special: as a jurist, scholar, expert, politician and diplomat, and now the chair for Negotiation and Conflict Resolution at The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies. A true learning experience also featuring his book.   What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

  7. May 15

    #006 About and with Amr Moussa: An Arab way of Peacemaking?

    In this foundational episode of Masterpeace’s Middle East series, Antje Herrberg speaks with Amr Moussa — former Foreign Minister of Egypt and former Secretary-General of the Arab League — about diplomacy, regional order, and the evolving landscape of peacemaking in the Middle East. The episode explores the role of the Arab League, the legacy of the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative, Egypt’s historic diplomatic role in the region, and broader traditions of reconciliation and mediation that continue to shape political negotiations today. Rather than offering simplified geopolitical analysis, this conversation reflects on deeper questions of legitimacy, dignity, sovereignty, political memory, and the challenges of sustaining dialogue in times of fragmentation. This episode also serves as the opening framework for a wider Masterpeace series on the Middle East, featuring future conversations with diplomats, mediators, scholars, and practitioners from across the region.    What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

    #006 About and with Amr Moussa: An Arab way of Peacemaking?
  8. May 5

    #005 Innovation and Peacemaking: Meet Dr. Martin Wählisch

    My guest Dr. Martin Wählisch explores how digital transformation from data analytics to immersive technologies can reshape diplomacy, conflict prevention, and global governance. He has over a decade of very deep experience at the United Nations, including work on peace processes in contexts such as Lebanon, Iraq, and Yemen, and leading also the really important innovation cell at the United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs in New York, where he brings both deep practical insight and forward-looking thinking to the field. And currently he is Associate Professor of Transformative Technologies, Innovation and Global Affairs at the University of Birmingham with appointments in both government and computer science. Martin describes his approach as computational global affairs, applying advanced technologies to complex international challenges, while at the same time remaining attentive to their ethical and normative implication.    What is Masterpeace ? A presentation.Peace is not the absence of conflict.It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict.It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered. Contact: Dr. Antje Herrberghttps://www.herrberg.org/info@herrberg.org‭+49 152 24885606‬LinkedIn

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What is Masterpeace ? A presentation. Peace is not the absence of conflict. It is the mastery of it. The world is full of conflict — and often deeply confused about how peace is actually made. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict. It is a craft. An art. A skill. And an attitude practiced by people who know how to work with conflict rather than deny it. In Masterpeace, peace mediator Antje Herrberg explores this craft. Some episodes are deep dives into the principles and realities of peace mediation and peacemaking. In others, Antje speaks with remarkable individuals “Masters of Peace” people who, in their own fields, have developed profound ways of navigating conflict and building understanding. These conversations go beyond surface debates. They open a space for reflection, experience, and wisdom about what it really takes to work with conflict in the real world. Each episode begins with a short introduction to the theme, unfolds in an open conversation with the guest, and closes with reflections and lessons learned. Because even in a confused and conflict-ridden world, peace remains something that can be practiced and mastered.