Episodes

Dec. 31, 2024

176. From Stereotypes to Synergy: Communicating Across Generations

Age diversity and cross-generational synergy can transform an organization.
Guest: Bob McCann
Dec. 26, 2024

Ask Matt Anything (AMA) 1: Trust, Paraphrasing, and Nonverbal Cues

Enjoy this preview of our first Ask Matt Anything (AMA).
Guest: Jenny Luna
Dec. 24, 2024

175. Mastering Toasts and Tributes: Making Your Words Count

Crafting impactful toasts for every occasion.
Dec. 17, 2024

174. Fix Meetings: Transform Gatherings Into Meaningful Moments

Turn any meeting or get-together into a chance for deep connection and collaboration.
Guest: Priya Parker
Dec. 3, 2024

172. Bring Mindfulness to Your Communication

Mindfulness can transform your communication and your career.
Nov. 26, 2024

170. Advice from Nontraditional Storytellers Part 1

Wisdom from the witness stand to the newsstand.
Nov. 19, 2024

169. Don't Be a ZQ: Make Your Conversations Count

​​What makes a great conversation?
Nov. 14, 2024

Launching: Think Fast Talk Smart Premium

Introducing our new Premium membership, designed to enhance communication and career skills with expanded content and tools. Enjoy early access to live events, AMAs (Ask Matt Anything), EQuips—Essential Quick Insight Playlists—Extended Deep Thinks episodes, and the AI Chat Matt tool. The focus is on building a global community where members can connect, share insights, and receive feedback. A portion of membership fees will support charities dedicated to developing communication skills worldw...
Oct. 29, 2024

166. Why Relying on Talent Alone Will Fail You

Why practice is the key to success.
Guest: Andrew Luck
Oct. 22, 2024

165. Building Your Personal Brand Makes a Promise: Are You Keeping It?

Create more meaningful communication by defining your audience.
Guest: Seth Godin
Oct. 15, 2024

164. Rethinks: Using "Pre-suasion" to Influence Others

The inner workings of social influence and persuasion.
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
Oct. 1, 2024

162. Unlock Career Opportunities: How to Make the Right Moves

Being present in the moment and staying open to whatever unfolds.
Guest: Maggie Baird
Sept. 26, 2024

Bonus: How to Manage Speaking Anxiety the Think Faster, Talk Smarter Way

Gain control over your speaking and excel in your communication.
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
Sept. 17, 2024

160. Rethinks: How to Communicate Your Gameplan

Why organizational strategy can be both top-down and bottom-up.
Sept. 3, 2024

158. Hope for Cynics: Building Trusting Relationships through Communication

“Acts of trust are the bedrock on which relationships are formed.”
Guest: Jamil Zaki