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Dani and Mike talk about her speaking experiences, including a recent conference where her mind went blank while she was on stage! She impresses Mike with her speaking tip and shares the origin story for her current life's work. Dani Coke Balfour ( @ohhappydani ) is an artist, activist, entrepreneur and speaker. She uses art and words to help people build a more just and hopeful life. Her work and...

Mike talks with Tessa Davis about the art of presenting data in an engaging way from the stage and online, that time her work showed up on late night shows, and Tessa shares a story about her most prestigious audience member. Tessa Davis ( @tessardavis ) is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine consultant at the Royal London Hospital, a Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London, and a co-founder...

Mike and Jason walk through Jason's recent TED X talk called "Don't Say Divorce" from its inspiration as a viral moment to its presentation, complete with technical challenges. Watch his viral moment, his 18-minute TEDX talk, and his 38-minute version on his podcast at DontSayDivorce.com . Jason Duncan is a renowned entrepreneur, author, speaker and podcaster.  He shares his wealth of knowledge an...

Mike's friend Scott talks about his one person show "Saying Yes" and how he uses comedy, karaoke and unique visuals to communicate a powerful message. Scott Erickson ( @scottthepainter ) is an accomplished artist and captivating speaker and author whose creative journey has touched the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide. With an unwavering passion for art and a deep understanding of its trans...

Jordan talks with Mike about how she chooses speakers for her conference and how she speaks on panels, at conferences and her social media content development. Jordan Gill ( @systemssavedme ) is a systems expert at Systems Saved Me (R) who coaches business owners on growth, social media and tools for success. She also organizes and hosts the Make Your Mark Live (TM) live and virtual conference in...

Laura Belgray ( @laurabelgray ) is a highly talented and influential copywriter known for her unparalleled creativity and razor-sharp wit. With a remarkable ability to craft engaging and persuasive content, Laura has made a significant impact on the world of marketing and communication. Her infectious enthusiasm and innovative approach have earned her a reputation as a trusted industry leader. As...

Mark Leruste talks with Mike about how he uses story and how he teaches people to use stories to deliver a more impactful message. Mark Leruste ( @markleruste ) is an acclaimed author known for his captivating storytelling and powerful public speaking skills. With an unwavering passion for inspiring audiences, Mark has become a sought-after speaker who effortlessly connects with people from all wa...

This is one of the Greatest Hits episodes, an interview with Jodie Cook. Jodie Cook ( @jodie.cook_ ) is a multi-talented entrepreneur, acclaimed author, and captivating public speaker. With a remarkable career spanning both business and the written word, she brings a wealth of expertise and insights to her audiences. As a sought-after public speaker, Cook has graced the stages of prestigious confe...

Mike talks with Don Colliver about the many things that can be learned about public speaking from the world of Clown. Don Colliver is a facilitator and communication consultant with over 20 years of experience consulting for companies including Google, Cisco, Adobe, IBM, Novo Nordisk, General Motors, Nike, and Starbucks. Don creates and leads top-rated live and virtual communication and team-build...

Best Speech podcast Greatest Hits episode with Glo Atanmo Glo Atanmo (@glographics) is a Nigerian-American travel blogger, writer, and speaker. She is best known for her blog, "The Blog Abroad," which chronicles her experiences traveling to over 90 countries and offers tips and insights for aspiring travelers. Atanmo is also a sought-after speaker and has delivered talks on topics such as entrepre...

Episode 3 of the Greatest Hits features one of Mike's most oft-recommended interviews with Josh Shipp. Josh Shipp ( @joshshipp )is an author, speaker, and youth empowerment expert. He has written several books on personal development and motivation, including "The Teen's Guide to World Domination" and "The Grown-Up's Guide to Teenage Humans." Shipp is known for his engaging and humorous speaking s...

Greatest Hits episode number two is Mike's interview with Vik Harrison about the progression of her public speaking career from "The Incident" to her present day experience as a well-regarded public speaker.  Vik Harrison (@VikHarrison) is the founder of Mission Critical , which helps rising non-profits become experts in mass-marketing and fundraising. Before that she was the co-founder and Chief...

We're presenting the first of ten Greatest Hits episodes from the past three seasons of Best Speech podcast. This episode is with New York Times best-selling author James Clear. James Clear ( jamesclear.com ) is a writer, speaker, and entrepreneur who is best known for his bestselling book "Atomic Habits". He has been featured in numerous media outlets including The New York Times, Time and Entrep...

Mike welcomes the audience back with an update about what is coming next on the podcast and a speaking tip. Mike Pacchione is a public speaking coach available for workshops, keynotes and individual coaching at BestSpeech.co

Jon and Mike talk about Jon's transition from a "storyteller" to an "explainer" and what Jon has learned about the art of asking questions. Jon Collins   is one of the co-founders of The Bible Project and one of the hosts of The Bible Project podcast . Mike Pacchione is a public speaking consultant and speaker. He is available for individual and group coaching at BestSpeech.co .

Mike talks with Dr. Shanté Cofield, "the Movement Maestro," who shares about how she generates so much energy and enthusiasm in her audiences, even when she might be presenting fairly dry information.  Dr. Shanté Cofield , @themovementmaestro , is a doctor of physical therapy who has a social media company targeted at movement professionals, providing one-on-one and group coaching. She is found on...

Mike and Laylee discuss her history of public speaking as a creative entrepreneur coach and as a former teacher. Laylee shares her ideas for getting more opportunities for paid speaking engagements and several speaking tips that Mike is very enthusiastic about. Laylee Emadi is an educator, coach and photographer (and cat mom) found at LayleeEmadi.com ,  and she's also a podcaster. You can check ou...

Mike Vardy, aka The Productivityist, speaks with buddy Mike Pacchione about his experiences as a public speaker with a standup comedy and improv background, and how those skills make him a better presenter.   Mike Vardy ( @productivityist ) is an author and public speaker specializing in productivity. He can be found at the Productivityist website to book for events or to sign up for his tools. Th...

Glo talks to Mike about her speaking career, from the first time she was on stage fighting imposter syndrome to her current speaking opportunities which include sharing a stage with Tony Robbins and Brendon Burchard. Glo Atanmo ( @GloGraphics ) is a creator, an educator and a travel blogger with over 20k subscribers on her YouTube channel . Find out more about her work at her website, Learn with G...

This episode is compiled of all the stories told by guests in the first half of Season 3 of the Best Speech Podcast. Geomyra Pollard is a  life and business coach ( geomyra.com ). Follow her at @iamlivingwellrounded. Joshua Becker is a speaker, author and blogger at Becoming Minimalist . He is also the co-founder of The Hope Effect , which supports orphans by moving them into families. His most re...

Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness talks with Mike about his anxiety over public speaking and how he has built confidence and refined his process of idea development over time. Steve also talks about what comes next for him in terms of public speaking, the inspiration he takes from stand-up comedians, and he tells a story about the time he got to pretend to be James Bond. Steve Kamb ( @stevekamb ) is the...

Laura Belgray talks with Mike about creating a great brand and how public speaking has helped expand her brand and her credibility. She shares some tips on telling good stories and gives Mike some personal advice about how to upgrade his "About Me" message. (Here is the tool she mentioned in the episode: The About Me and Professional Mini-Bio Builder .) Laura Belgray  ( @talkingshrimpnyc )is the s...

Tim Schurrer has just written a book, The Secret Society of Success , and he talks about his first speech promoting that book. Together they listen to parts of Tim's speech and talk about what went great and what he learned from that experience.  Tim Schurrer , host of the podcast " Building a Wining Team ", is online @timschurrer . He was a cofounder of Storybrand and Business Made Simple, and wo...

David Lemus talks with Mike about how he designs memorable and impactful workshops for corporate, non-profit and government clients. He even teaches Mike a few tips and tricks about facilitating workshops. David Lemus is an independent design strategist with engineering roots working with organizations to empower teams to be customer obsessed and have a culture of iterative learning. His work can...

Ashley Faus talks to Mike about the different types of speaking she does: theatre, speaking from stages, and also doing work presentations. She has so many helpful tips about making work-based presentations effective and useful, and getting people's attention. She also offers great tips around getting booked as a corporate or conference speaker. Ashley Faus ( @ashleyfaus ) is a "marketer, writer a...