Joel Benge

Nerds That Talk Good

Technology EN ↓ 30 episodes

What's the secret to delivering a technical talk or introducing a complex idea to non-experts? How do you get their attention, engage their brains, and build trust? That's what Nerds That Talk Good tries uncover! Bringing together smarty-pant communicators from across all kinds of subject areas (computers to chemistry, physics to futurism, and archeology to anthrozoology) about how they bring their technical talk to life and overcome those "blank stare" moments. When it comes to tech-talk that just works without overwhelming or dumbing down, you don't have to speak well. You only have to talk...

Author

Joel Benge

Episodes

Emotion in Robotics Messaging with Brad Hennessie 09.12.2024 27:51

Founder Brad Hennessie shares his journey of building Next Step Robotics, insights on pitching, and using emotion-driven messaging to connect with customers and investors.

Unlocking Customer Credibility with Joel Klettke 02.12.2024 44:12

In this episode, Joel Klettke shares insights on making technical content accessible, building credibility with customer stories, and the importance of feedback. He discusses his journey from SEO to founding Case Study Buddy, offering advice on storytelling, internal alignment, and the role of customer success in driving marketing impact.

Soft Skills in Technical Sales with Evgeniy Kharam 25.11.2024 47:29

Cybersecurity expert & author Evgeniy Kharam shares insights on soft skills in technical sales, mastering communication, managing fear, and building trust.

The Power of Play and Facilitation with Rachel Davis 11.11.2024 46:07

Rachel Davis is an amazing communicator and wizard at bringing the best out of her clients. Discover how she uses playful facilitation techniques to help technical teams boost creativity, solve problems, and collaborate effectively.

Storytelling, Chunking, & More with George Kamide 01.11.2024 47:26

In this inaugural episode of "Nerds That Talk Good," host Joel Benge interviews George Kamide, a renowned cybersecurity communicator, podcast host, community builder, and non-profit director. George shares insights from his diverse career, discussing his journey from early computing to becoming a thought leader in the cybersecurity space.