Public Speaking Episodes
Episodes that focus on how to deliver effective presentations, overcome public speaking anxiety and improve speech delivery.
Feb. 14, 2023
78. Three Guiding Principles for Successful Communication
Matt takes live questions from his world-wide audience.
Guest: Jenny Luna
April 12, 2022
56. Lean Messaging: How Simple Messages Really Stick
Communicating for startup success.
Guest: Steve Blank
Feb. 10, 2022
51. We Asked, You Answered: Celebrating our 50th Episode with your Anxiety Management Plans
Techniques for managing nervousness before and during your communication.
Guest: Jenny Luna
Jan. 18, 2022
49. Make Numbers Count: How to Communicate Data Effectively
The importance of “translating” numbers when sharing information.
Guest: Chip Heath
Jan. 5, 2022
48. Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: How to Tackle Communication Anxiety
Keeping your cool during various speaking situations.
April 16, 2021
31. Quick Thinks: How to Shine Online and Excel at Virtual Communication
Top insights and advice from previous episodes
Guests: Jennifer Aaker , Naomi Bagdonas , Bob Sutton , Christian Wheeler , Tina Seelig , Sarah Soule , Brian Lowery , Carole Robin
Dec. 4, 2020
25. Quick Thinks: All Effective Communication Must Start With This
It’s less about what you want to say, and more about what your audience needs to hear.
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May 22, 2020
11. The Science of Influence: How to Persuade Others And Hold Their Attention
Communication that can help open people up to your ideas.
Guest: Zak Tormala
10
May 7, 2020
10. High-Stakes Communication: How to Manage Anxiety When Speaking in Front of Others
Gaining confidence in high stakes communication situations.
Guest: Jenny Luna
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April 3, 2020
7. Quick Thinks: Use This Framework to Speak up in Virtual Meetings
Structuring your comments during a meeting or presentation.
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March 27, 2020
6. Quick Thinks: Communicating and Leading Virtually
Become a more effective and engaging online communicator.
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March 12, 2020
5. From Monologue to Dialogue: How to Handle a Skeptical Audience
Handling challenges and objections from your audience.
Guest: Burt Alper
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Feb. 11, 2020
3. When Knowing Too Much Can Hurt Your Communication: How to Make Complex Ideas Accessible
Presenting complex information for your audience to understand.
Guest: Lauren Weinstein
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Jan. 15, 2020
1. Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication
Techniques for effective and efficient impromptu speaking.
Guests: Dan Klein , Adam Tobin
Jan. 10, 2020
Introducing Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast
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