Public Speaking Episodes
Episodes that focus on how to deliver effective presentations, overcome public speaking anxiety and improve speech delivery.
311
Aug. 3, 2026
311. Don't Lose the Room: How to Make Ideas Stick
"Know your stuff, practice, and then just do it and be there."
Guest: Kai Ryssdal
272
March 16, 2026
272. Say What Sticks: The Neuroscience of Memorable Communication
People are forgetful. Here’s how to make your messages more memorable.
Guest: Carmen Simon
269
March 5, 2026
269. Ask Matt Anything: Bring Clarity to Complicated Conversations
Practical insights to help you communicate with more intention in everyday moments.
262
Feb. 9, 2026
262. Own the Room: How Voice, Breath, and Body Work Together
How to tap the full power of your voice.
Guest: Patsy Rodenburg
Jan. 19, 2026
257. Move Your Audience: Lessons From MLK You Should Use
Why it’s not about being born a great communicator, but becoming one.
Guest: Lerone Martin
Dec. 2, 2025
247. “Matt”er of Fact: Coaching on Feedback and Q&A
Two new Think Fast Talk Smart AI tools put communication skills to the test in real time.
March 25, 2025
193. Conquer questions: ADDing Value To Your Answers
Turn Q&A from nerve-wracking to confidence-boosting with strategies for clear, controlled answers.
Feb. 11, 2025
185. Say Less, Mean More: Craft Compelling Communication
How to captivate an audience and make your message stick.
Guest: Guy Kawasaki
Dec. 24, 2024
175. Mastering Toasts and Tributes: Making Your Words Count
Crafting impactful toasts for every occasion.
Nov. 12, 2024
168. How Story Can Change Everything in Your Career
Make your message memorable.
Guest: Matthew Dicks
Oct. 8, 2024
163. Is Your Audience Ignoring You? How Authenticity Creates Connection
How acceptance and authenticity can transform all of our interactions.
Guest: Alan Alda
Sept. 24, 2024
161. Do Your Homework: Know What to Say by Knowing Who You’re Talking To
Know your audience and tailor the message for them.
Guest: Jen Psaki
July 9, 2024
150. Communication Tips from the Classroom and Around the World
Good advice for good communication in this 150th episode.
Guest: Shawon Jackson
July 2, 2024
149. Rethinks: How to Take Risks in Your Communication, Relationships, and Career
Why we often over-index on risk.
Guest: Daniel Pink
April 30, 2024
140. Rethinks: How to Handle a Skeptical Audience
Handling challenges and objections from your audience.
Guest: Burt Alper
Jan. 2, 2024
122. How To Be More Confident and Calm in Your Communication: Managing the "ABC’s" of Communication Anxiety
Beat nervousness in the moment.
Guests: Christian Wheeler , Andrew Huberman , Jeffrey Pfeffer , Alia Crum , Kelly McGonigal , Alison Wood Brooks
Sept. 26, 2023
108. All In: How Improv Helps You Show Up and Communicate Well
If you’re reading from your notes, you’re going to miss the magic of the moment.
Sept. 19, 2023
107. Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put on the Spot
Tips and tools from Matt's new book, Think Faster, Talk Smarter.
Guest: Jenny Luna
Sept. 12, 2023
106. Rethinks: Using Skills From Improv to Master Your In-The-Moment Communication
In January of 2020 we launched Think Fast Talk Smart with the goal of helping people improve their communication skills. Now, with more than 100 episodes and an engaged audience tuning in from more than 200 countries, we're proud to take you back to the very first episode, where the magic began. As we've discussed multiple times on the show, most professional communication is spontaneous in nature. It’s providing feedback in the moment, answering questions, introducing people. On this inaugur...
Guests: Dan Klein , Adam Tobin
Aug. 22, 2023
103. Simple Is a Superpower: How to Communicate Any Idea to Any Audience
Intentional, straightforward messaging helps you connect with others.
Guest: Carmine Gallo
May 30, 2023
92. No Regrets: How to Take Risks in Your Communication, Relationships, and Career
Why we often over-index on risk.
Guest: Daniel Pink
April 25, 2023
87. Know What You’re Saying: How Communicating Tests Our Understanding
It’s not about what you know — it’s about how well you can communicate it.
Guest: Gregory LaBlanc
March 21, 2023
82. It’s Not About You: Why Effective Communicators Put Others First
Why the audience is the real hero of your presentation.
Guest: Nancy Duarte
March 8, 2023
80. Magic Words: Change What You Say to Inspire and Influence Others
The secret to persuading others and getting your ideas to catch on.
Guest: Jonah Berger