We're all have to give a presentation at some point in our lives — on a stage, in a conference room, and, these days, on Zoom. So what makes a good speech? On this episode of How To!, we bring on Chris Anderson, the head of TED Talks and author of TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking. Chris gives us the inside scoop on the famous speaking ser ... Show More
Aug 19
How To Declutter Your Digital Life
Safiya is one clumsy coffee spill away from catastrophe. A Gen Xer who hasn’t yet embraced the cloud, she stores thousands of digital files, documents, and photos on devices with maxed-out storage limits. On today’s episode, Carvell Wallace brings on Caitlin McGarry, senior edito ... Show More
36m 36s
Aug 12
How To Raise a Kid in a Polarized Family
Sarah loves her in-laws, even though their politics send her running for the exits. Now, her daughter is starting to ask questions about her grandparents’ patriarchal, conservative views. How can Sarah raise her kid to be self-assured, justice-oriented, and open-minded—without sp ... Show More
42m 31s
Jun 2021
Bonus: How to give a killer speech | How To!
We all have to give a presentation at some point in our lives—on a stage, in a conference room, and, these days, on Zoom. So what makes a good speech? In this episode from How To! science writer David Epstein turns the microphone on Chris to find the answer. Chris breaks down som ... Show More
29m 48s
Jun 2021
Bonus: How to give a killer speech | How To!
We all have to give a presentation at some point in our lives—on a stage, in a conference room, and, these days, on Zoom. So what makes a good speech? In this episode from How To! science writer David Epstein turns the microphone on Chris to find the answer. Chris breaks down som ... Show More
29m 48s
Nov 2023
114. Communication Means Paying Attention: The Four Pillars of Active Listening
We should all be audience-centric in communication. But, as Julian Treasure contests, we need to take it one step further. What is the listening I am speaking into?, he says, is the question every speaker should ask themselves over and over."Every human being’s listening is uniqu ... Show More
30m 11s
Aug 2021
Tips From a Top TED Talker on How to Be Heard
Julian Treasure knows a thing or two about how to speak well. He's given five TED talks which have been watched over 125 million times, including one on, well, how to speak well, which resides in the top ten TED talks of all time. But as a former audio branding strategist, Julian ... Show More
49m 33s
Feb 2024
#2612 - Q&A: “How can I give a TED talk?”
In this episode, discover how to turn your passion into a powerful message for the TED stage. Get the next steps for crafting a compelling talk, applying to TEDx events, and enhancing presentation skills—all crucial for anyone aspiring to share an idea with the world.
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4m 45s
Apr 2023
310. The Secrets of TED Speakers with Helena Bowen
In this episode, I talk with public speaking coach Helena Bowen about the work she does with TED speakers and how she helps them deliver a compelling message in an interesting way. You’ll get to hear some stories, mindset tips, and practical tips to improve your speaking skills, ... Show More
56 m
Feb 2020
80. Frozen to Fearless: Your Guide to Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
We’re joined by Tricia Brouk, who is a TEDx producer, international award-winning director, and executive producer of Speakers Who Dare. With a successful career in theater, film, and television, Tricia is a master of public speaking and storytelling. If the thought of public spe ... Show More
37m 23s