Episodes
May 6, 2025
201. Ballpark to the Boardroom: How Alex Rodriguez Hits a Communication Home Run
Alex Rodriguez shares why in sports and business, striking out is just a part of the game.
Guest: Alex Rodriguez
April 29, 2025
200. Four Keys for Focused Communication: Live Lessons from Our 200 Episodes
This live Q&A with host Matt Abrahams celebrates 200 episodes of Think Fast, Talk Smart.
Guest: Jenny Luna
April 22, 2025
199. Blunder Pressure: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (3 of 3)
This three-part miniseries is all about keeping your cool when speaking on the spot.
April 17, 2025
198. Pause and Effect: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (2 of 3)
This three-part miniseries is all about keeping your cool when speaking on the spot.
April 15, 2025
197. Prep or Perish: Mastering In-the-Moment Communication (1 of 3)
This three-part miniseries is all about keeping your cool when speaking on the spot.
April 8, 2025
196. Ditch the Dictionary: Communicate Confidently Through Connection
Communication isn’t about perfect word choice, it’s about connecting with others.
Guest: Lindsay McMahon
April 3, 2025
195. Q&A on Conflict, Confidence, and Connection: Me2We 2025 Part 2
Stanford experts answer live questions on leadership, authenticity, and communication.
April 1, 2025
194. Live Lessons in Levity and Leadership: Me2We 2025 Part 1
Effective leadership begins with the way you communicate.
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.
March 20, 2025
192. Quick Thinks: How to Supersize Your Stories
How to craft compelling stories that captivate, inspire, and make an impact.
Guest: Dan Heath
March 18, 2025
191. Memorable Messages: Choose Words That Capture Attention and Stay Remembered
How to craft communication that your audience will remember.
Guest: Ada Aka
March 11, 2025
190. Motivation Matters: How to Leverage What People Already Want
How to turn latent motivation into fuel for change.
Guest: Dan Heath
March 4, 2025
189. Numbers Need Narrative: Use Data to Influence and Inspire
Why numbers are only as compelling as the narratives we attach to them.
Guest: Miro Kazakoff
Feb. 25, 2025
188. Mind Reading 101: To Know What Your Audience Thinks, Just Ask
How to really know what your audience is thinking.
Guest: Matt Lieberman
Feb. 20, 2025
187. Experimenting, Failing, and Finding Your Job Fit - Catalyze Your Career
Rethink career success by testing, adapting, and staying open to unexpected opportunities.
Guest: Dorie Clark
Feb. 18, 2025
186. Own Your Impact: How to Communicate Your Personal Power
Why good communication starts with tapping into your power.
Guest: Chris Lipp
Feb. 11, 2025
185. Say Less, Mean More: Craft Compelling Communication
How to captivate an audience and make your message stick.
Guest: Guy Kawasaki
Feb. 6, 2025
184. Fit or Quit? Find the Job That is Right For You—Catalyze Your Career
Stay prepared, build your network, and take control of your career.
Guest: Catherine Fisher
Feb. 4, 2025
183. Rethinks: How Anxiety Can Fuel Better Communication
Reframe anxiety as a strength and use stress to enhance your communication.
Guest: Kelly McGonigal
Jan. 30, 2025
182. Stop Chasing Time and Start Owning It: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing
Clarify your purpose — and stop wasting time.
Guest: Cassie Holmes
Jan. 28, 2025
181. Why Happiness is a Direction, Not a Destination: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing
Why connection is the key to a life well lived.
Guest: Arthur C. Brooks
Jan. 23, 2025
180. Unlocking Your Future Self: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing
Why creating happiness in the future starts today.
Guest: Hal Hershfield
Jan. 21, 2025
179. Finding Positive in Negative Emotions: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing
A double definition of happiness — and how to cultivate both parts.
Guest: Laurie Santos
Jan. 14, 2025
178. Navigating Chaos and Uncertainty: The Power of Transparency and Empathy
Clear communication during times of uncertainty.
Guest: Dr. Anthony Fauci