There are indeed times when subdued appeasement and "friendly banter" as negotiation tactic may be a good/best course of action.

FBI knocking on your door wouldn't be one of them though. At least for me, but to each his own.

manish_gill's linked video is an amazing example of the information/power asymmetry working against you in this game. By the time you realize you're in an "uncomfortable place", it's likely too late.