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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Feb. 4, 2025

183. Rethinks: How Anxiety Can Fuel Better Communication

Reframe anxiety as a strength and use stress to enhance your communication.
Jan. 23, 2025

180. Unlocking Your Future Self: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing

Why creating happiness in the future starts today.
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