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The Public Speaking Podcast

Lucas Reuterstig & Alex Grabner Jarlung

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Join Alex Grabner Jarlung and Lucas Reuterstig as they deconstruct the science of public speaking. Having spent years working alongside David JP Phillips, they’ve mastered the art of voice, body language, and stage presence. No fluff, just the tactical skills you need to make people lean in when you speak. From expert guest interviews to deep dives into human behavior, we’re here to kill the communication barriers holding you back.

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October 21 · 26 min
This Was My Biggest Failure On Stage
What happens when a live stage experiment fails so hard that half your audience is gone? In this raw and transparent episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung explore the high-stakes world of stage risks, bombing, and resilience. Lucas opens up for the first time about his biggest presentation failure, where everything went disastrously wrong. Lucas and Alex dissect the psychological recovery process after taking a massive hit on stage, and also explore why great speakers are like performers in a rock band, how failing with pride builds long-term authority, and the exact 3-step framework for analyzing risk versus reward before trying something radical in front of a live room. Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with Lucas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 17 · 29 min
4 Steps To Have The PERFECT Ending in Your Presentation
"So... any questions?" In this episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung unpack one of the most common, and dangerous, mistakes presenters make: handing the final impression of their entire talk over to an unpredictable room. Just like landing an airplane, the final 60 seconds of your presentation require maximum precision. Lucas and Alex break down the psychological reasons why audiences remember the ending above all else, how to handle running out of time, and the exact 4-step strategy to close your speech with authority, impact, and a lasting emotional payoff. Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with Lucas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 9 · 30 min
Gone in 60 Seconds: How to Hook Any Audience
Did you know that most speakers lose their entire audience within the first 60 seconds of walking onto stage? In this new episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung break down the silent killer of keynotes and corporate presentations: weak, forgettable openings. Alex shares a recent real-world story where he put an entire audience through a 15-second "stress test" in the opening minute, proving why interactive hooks completely disrupt the room and demand instant attention. Together, they discuss the worst stage habits that you could do in real life. Whether you're presenting quarterly financial reports or delivering a keynote, this episode gives you practical ways to make your opening personal, high-energy, and completely impossible to ignore. Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Gone in 60 Seconds: How Speakers Lose the Room 03:34 - The 15-Second "Stress Test" Stage Opening 06:28 - Observations from the Amazon Nordic Event 08:32 - The Worst Ways to Start a Speech 10:11 - What Makes a Really Good Stage Hook? 12:00 - Entertaining the Brain While Delivering Facts 14:24 - How "Berta" Should Hook an Audience with Boring Numbers 16:00 - Shaping Audience Emotion from the First Impression 19:42 - Scanian Dialects & Authentic Persona on Stage 22:00 - What's the Worst That Can Happen? Taking Stage Risks 25:00 - How to Build Confidence in 14 Days 27:05 - Outro Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with Lucas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 30 · 39 min
I applied 150th times to TEDx events before I received my first YES | Steven Dossou
How do you go from living in a $20-a-month shack surrounded by mice to generating $50M+ in sales and standing on global TEDx stages? In this explosive, high-energy episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung sit down with international speaker and investor, Steven Dossou. Steven shares his personal story where he went from hawking vacuum cleaners door-to-door in South Africa to scaling multi-million dollar organizations and building a global public speaking business. Steven pulls no punches when breaking down the reality of getting booked. He opens up about applying to over 150 TEDx and also explains the critical differences between getting booked in Europe versus the US, and breaks down his daily routine for unbreakable confidence. Plus, he introduces Real Speaking Gigs, an AI-powered tool trained on a decade of outreach data to help speakers connect directly with event organizers and land paid stages. Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 02:18 - The Speaker Agency Dilemma: Exclusivity vs. Freedom 05:58 - 10 Tough Thoughts with Steven Dossou 07:08 - Growing Up in a $20 Shack in Togo 08:54 - Door-to-Door Vacuum Sales to $50 Million in Revenue 11:13 - Losing Everything & Finding His True Calling in Speaking 13:49 - Cold-Pitching Directors to Build a Career 15:57 - The Truth About TEDx 18:31 - How Credibility Precedes Paid Gigs 19:11 - Getting Booked in Europe vs. The US (Market Realities) 22:07 - Finding Your "Touchstone Message" & Signature Speech 24:51 - In-Person Stage Energy vs. Digital Speaking 28:02 - 3 Daily Habits for Unstoppable Confidence & Resilience 32:59 - Guest Recommendations 35:03 - How "Real Speaking Gigs" AI Helps Speakers Land Bookings 37:30 - Where to Connect with Steven Dossou & Outro Connect with Steven Linkedin: https://fi.linkedin.com/in/steven-dossou-action-man-3623b5106 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven_dossou/?hl=en Website: https://stevendossou.com/ Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 23 · 45 min
How to Write a Speech That Changes Minds | Simon Lancaster
Why are facts, stats, and logic completely failing to win people over on stage? In this electric episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung sit down with world famous speechwriter and author Simon Lancaster. Having crafted speeches for UK Cabinet Ministers, global CEOs, and world leaders for nearly 30 years, Simon reveals what actually makes words have power over an audience. Simon breaks down why he is sick of generic AI speeches and explains why true connection requires raw humanity, ancient rhetoric, and a bit of rockstar energy. His story going viral on social media From analyzing how Aristotle’s Ethos, Pathos, and Logos combine with modern neuroscience, to the psychological power of strategic swearing and why you should ignore everyone else’s advice when taking the stage, this episode is a masterclass in modern influence. Connect with Simon Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/simon-lancaster-speechwriter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeechwriter1/?hl=en Website: https://bespokespeeches.com/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thespeechwriter1 Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 16 · 49 min
The 4 Questions Top Speakers Ask Before Stage | Mary Tillson-Wharton
What separates the top 1% of paid speakers from the 80% who leave audiences completely disconnected? In this episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung sit down with Mary Tillson-Wharton, Head of Speaker Coaching and Momentum at the Speaking Business Academy. Drawing from her background as a private investigator and decades in learning and development, Mary reveals why 80% of speeches fail the audience and how elite speakers use "scoping" to ensure they nail their delivery every single time. Mary breaks down on the 4 Critical Questions, and explains why you should never deliver the exact same speech twice. She also introduces her famous WOMBAT framework, a step-by-step tool for structuring customized, high-impact presentations on short notice. Whether you are a seasoned keynote speaker or just starting out, this episode will transform the way you approach your audience, your client conversations, and your stage prep. Connect with Mary Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/marytillsonwharton Academy: https://www.mariafranzoni.me/ Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 9 · 32 min
4 Brain Surgeries, They Said He'd Never Speak | Tony Mulligan
After 4 Brain Surgeries, They Said He'd Never Speak | Tony Mulligan
September 2 · 41 min
10 Questions We Should NOT Have Answered
We always say that every single day in life is just a practice of how you speak, and what happens when there are no guests, no scripts, and zero filters in the studio? This is a funny episode. In this edition of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas and Alex turn the micro-interrogations on themselves! Our famous "10 Tough Thoughts" rapid-fire quiz is being asked to both of them, uncovering hilarious personal truths, unexpected preferences, and the exact reasons behind their stage philosophies. You’ll have the chance to sit and laugh while you’re getting to know our hosts better. This unscripted conversation proves how authentic, improvised banter can build undeniable presence and connection. Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with Lucas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 26 · 38 min
This is Why 90% of Paid Speakers Stay Broke | Maria Franzoni
Are you ready to step into the $1.6 trillion paid speaking market? In this extraordinary episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung sit down with former speaker bureau executive, commercial strategist, and author of The Bookability Formula, Maria Franzoni. This might be controversial but Public Speaking for free is holding you back, that’s one thing, of many we’ve learned in this episode. Maria reveals the biggest myths in the industry and breaks down the epidemic of a term called “infobesity” explaining why modern audiences demand endless slides of information. She also strips away the fluff of the "public speaking" world and gives you the exact tools to make yourself ridiculously easy to book. Whether you are an executive entering the speaking circuit or a working presenter looking to double your fees, this episode is more like a masterclass that left our hosts completely thrilled, amazed, and practically speechless. Connect with Maria Buy Maria's book: https://mybook.to/Bookability Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariafranzoni/ Website: https://www.mariafranzoni.me Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 19 · 40 min
Why You Will Never "Feel Ready" to Speak | Dr. Biliana Tod
Is it really possible to go from being super shy to speaking on international stages? In this episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung sit down with PhD scientist, international keynote speaker, and author of Neuro Excellence, Dr. Biliana Tod, who breaks down the neuroscience of fear, explaining why waiting until you "feel ready" is a trap that keeps 99% of aspiring speakers silent. She dives into how she built her personal brand by documenting real-life brain experiments, the story of her first speaking agency representation, and why embracing discomfort on stage is the key to unlocking authentic communication. Whether you are a corporate leader struggling with presentation anxiety or an aspiring speaker looking to turn your scientific expertise into a lucrative keynote career, this episode will provide the exact roadmap to develop your courage and take action. Connect with Biliana Website: https://bilianatod.com/en/home/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bilianatod Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/biliana-todorova-phd-🧭-8984647b Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 12 · 40 min
How AI Slop Kills Your Speaking Credibility | Johannes Sundlo
In this episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung sit down with international keynote speaker and FullStack HR author Johannes Sundlo. As Johannes breaks down his journey into becoming a leading voice on artificial intelligence, bridging the gap between overhyped tech promises and the reality of modern presentation skills and workplace culture. He reveals how sharing these “AI promises” ideas helped him build undeniable authority, refine his message through critical audience feedback, and transition directly onto global keynote stages. He also reveals the dark side of automation, warning speakers and corporate leaders against the generic, low-effort content that is currently killing trust with an audience. This conversation exposes the critical balance between leveraging modern tools and preserving authentic executive presence. Whether you are a corporate communicator or an aspiring keynote speaker trying to stand out in a crowded market, this episode delivers a masterclass in stage credibility, storytelling, and modern communication strategy. If you want to enjoy Johanne’s SPEAKERx video, here’s the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfL5n7V6Lq4&t=40s Connect with Johannes Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsundlo Website: https://sundlo.com Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 5 · 31 min
Why You Secretly Hate Going Back to Work & How to Deal With It
Why do we always feel like going back to work it's such a horrible thing to do? Have you ever wondered why we have normalized those behaviors? In this dynamic episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung discuss this global very common anxiety most of us suffer after vacation. They explore the fundamental difference between being passionate about what you do and hating every single second of your daily tasks at work, exposing why so many corporate workers dread Monday mornings. Beyond office culture, Lucas and Alex share actionable strategies for corporate leaders, executives, and public speakers looking to sharpen their workplace communication. They ask such small-talk questions like "How was your vacation?" are missed opportunities, offering a masterclass on how to leverage personal summer experiences for storytelling practice. Don’t miss out this episode and learn how to master your storytelling from small talks, why coming back to work might seem like your worst nightmare and some small updates on where we’re going in the fall! Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with Lucas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 29 · 42 min
You Don't Need to Be Famous to Be a Paid Speaker
Ever wondered why some speakers get booked continuously while others present to empty rooms? The answer to that question will be in this exclusive episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, hosted by Alexander Grabner-Jarlung In this webinar he shares the hard lessons from his long 13 year career in public speaking. From having speaking lessons with David JP Phillips to speaking in front of an empty room of just 10 people, Alex breaks down the painful realities of the industry and how he transformed his approach to build a true career. He also addresses the common downfalls every speaker faces, from fear and information overload to relying on poor feedback, and outlines why simply having a great idea is never enough to get booked. If you're an aspiring speaker, consultant, or seasoned executive wanting to scale your reach and secure stage opportunities, this masterclass provides the exact roadmap to level up your speaking business. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - What’s the #1 Mistake Holding Speakers Back? 04:27 - The Promise: Real Advice for Getting Booked in 2026 06:58 - Alex's Story: Starting Out with David JP Phillips 08:44 - The Empty Room Nightmare: Facing Frustration & Failure 10:27 - Do You Really Have Something Worth Saying? 12:58 - Mistake #1: Having an Idea But No "Signature Talk" 13:48 - The "Brain Drain" Process: How to Narrow Down Your Topic 17:04 - Mistake #2: Listening to Self-Renowned Experts & Bad Feedback 20:57 - Mistake #3: Never Testing Your Speech on Real Audiences 24:18 - Mistake #4: The Danger of Not Having a Professional Recording 28:41 - Mistake #5: The Lack of a "Unicorn Effect" (Standing Out) 31:18 - The TURBO Framework: From Page to Stage 33:20 - Examples of Unicorn Moments (Climbing Ladders & Hot Sauce) 36:00 - Proof of Concept: Helping Speakers Reach 800,000+ TEDx Views 39:39 - Introducing SPEAKERx Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 22 · 31 min
How to Master Difficult Conversations as a Leader | Dierdre Messerli
Think avoiding conflict keeps the peace? What if your attempt to preserve harmony is secretly killing your business? In this episode of The Public Speaking Podcast, we sit down with former marketing executive, systemic coach, and conflict resolution specialist Dierdre Messerli. Dierdre reveals how the toxic habit of suppressing hard truths to keep things pleasant, creates massive "elephants in the room" that drain corporate efficiency and destroy trust. From post-meeting office gossip to silent boardroom awkwardness, she outlines why ignoring minor friction inevitably leads to major workplace blowups, employee turnover, and lost revenue. For managers, executives, and public speakers, this episode breaks down actionable strategies for mastering psychological safety, leadership communication, and proactive conflict prevention. Dierdre shares why effective leadership isn't about giving polished speeches, but about preparing thoroughly for uncomfortable discussions and listening with authentic empathy. Learn how to ditch generic industry advice, own your unique message on stage, and step into any room with the courage to turn tension into growth. Dierdre’s SPEAKERx Signature Talk link: https://youtu.be/ETthb-4BatE?si=jFaOb9cKwth2Zf9q Connect with Dierdre Website: dierdremesserli.com & https://www.step-on.ch/ Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dierdremesserli Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 15 · 38 min
How to Own the Stage (Even When You’re Burned Out) | Linda Berg
What if the traits making you successful are the exact same ones pushing you toward a physical and mental crash? In this episode of the Public Speaking Podcast, hosts Lucas Reuterstig and Alexander Grabner Jarlung sit down with Linda Berg, CliftonStrengths coach and founder of MindPartner AB, to discuss how stress secretly sabotages your voice. Linda shares her raw, personal journey of surviving severe burnout. She exposes the terrifying reality of workplace stress, including the shocking statistic that hundreds of people die each year from excessive workloads, and explains why relying on your employer or the healthcare system to save you is a losing battle. If you've ever felt too exhausted to prepare for a big meeting, this episode delivers your blueprint for sustainable success. Watch to the end to learn how to cultivate deep self-awareness and build mental resilience so you can step onto any stage with authentic confidence, without sacrificing your mental health. Connect with Linda Website: https://yourmindpartner.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-berg-b88b3b52 Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 8 · 37 min
One Sentence Can Completely CHANGE Your Audience Perception | Jennie Zetterström
In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with crisis communications and media relations expert Jennie Zetterström to explore what really happens when the cameras turn on. She has spent more than 20 years helping leaders, organizations, and public figures communicate in high-pressure situations where a single sentence can change public perception. Together they unpack why so many media interviews go wrong, why business communication doesn't work in front of journalists, and how trust has become the most valuable skill in a world shaped by AI and constant information overload. Jennie also shares the surprising lessons she learned long before becoming a communications consultant, how working as a waitress taught her to read people, adapt to different audiences, and build genuine trust through communication. They talk about: Why smart leaders fail media interviews The difference between business logic and media logic Why preparation matters more than perfect delivery The biggest mistakes executives make on camera Why trust is becoming the most important communication skill How to adapt your message without losing authenticity The communication lesson Jennie learned waiting tables that still shapes her coaching today Whether you're preparing for a podcast, an interview, a keynote, or a difficult conversation, this episode offers practical lessons on communicating with clarity, confidence, and credibility when the stakes are highest. Connect with Jennie Website: https://www.buzzmore.se/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennie-zetterstr%C3%B6m-4a447a75/ Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 1 · 43 min
Here’s WHY Stand-Up Comedy Makes You a Better Speaker | Tomas Kaminski
In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with Swedish stand-up comedian and content creator Tomas Kaminski to explore what comedians understand about communication that most public speakers never learn. Tomas shares how a career in teaching unexpectedly led him to the comedy stage, why making people laugh creates trust, and how bombing in front of a live audience became one of his greatest teachers. The conversation goes far beyond comedy. They unpack the psychology of attention, the importance of preparation, why likability matters before authority, and how building an audience is just as important as building a great presentation. Whether you're a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, coach, consultant, or simply someone who wants to communicate with more confidence, this episode offers practical lessons from one of the toughest stages in the world. They talk about: Why laughter instantly builds trust What public speakers can learn from stand-up comedians The reality of bombing on stage (and why it makes you better) How comedians adapt when jokes don't land Building an audience before building a business Why preparation beats talent The importance of finding your own voice Growing a personal brand through consistency instead of shortcuts If you've ever wondered how comedians can hold a room full of strangers for an hour, this conversation reveals principles that apply to every presentation, keynote, pitch, and business conversation. Connect with Tomas Website: https://www.instagram.com/tomas.kaminski/?hl=en Instagram: https://www.tomaskaminski.com/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/tomas-kaminski-80b91280 Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 24 · 51 min
Communication is KEY for every great leader | Jim Koetting
In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and leadership consultant Jim Koetting. Jim shares lessons from decades of building businesses, leading teams, speaking on stage, and helping organizations improve performance through better communication and stronger leadership. They explore why leadership problems are often communication problems, how AI is changing the workplace, and why technology can amplify both great leaders and bad ones. Jim also discusses the ideas behind his book Hijacked, explaining how screens, dopamine, and constant distraction are changing the way people think, communicate, and connect with others. They talk about: Why AI makes you more of what you already are The communication skill every leader needs Why relationships matter more than talent How distraction is affecting modern workplaces Why listening is one of the most powerful leadership skills Building authority through public speaking If you're interested in leadership, communication, public speaking, AI, productivity, or building stronger relationships, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately. Connect with Jim Website: https://www.jimkoetting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jkoetting1/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimkoetting Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 17 · 33 min
People Are Getting Bored During Your Presentations
Are you losing people during presentations? Is it the topic? Is it the speaker? Or is it something deeper? In this episode we sit down and explore why some speakers can make the most boring topic sound fascinating while others can make skydiving sound boring. Lucas and Alex break down the real reasons you might be losing an audience, the mistakes that kill attention and why trying to sound "professional" often has the opposite effect. They talk about: • The real reason audiences lose interest • Why filler words can destroy credibility • The fastest way to kill a room in the first minute • Storytelling vs. audience interaction • Why people remember stories but forget information • The danger of following presentation templates • How to make even "boring" topics engaging • Why being human beats being professional If you've ever wondered why some presentations captivate a room while others make people reach for their phones, this episode will change the way you think about public speaking. Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with Lucas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 10 · 35 min
The Leadership Mistake That Makes People Shut Down | Jonas Frydal
In this SPEAKERx edition of The Public Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Jonas Frydal, leadership expert and bestselling author. He shares why leadership it's about creating environments where people feel safe enough to speak up, contribute ideas, make mistakes, and grow. The conversation explores the difference between management and leadership, why human connection matters more than ever in the age of AI, and how leaders can build stronger teams by focusing on people instead of processes. Jonas also takes us behind the scenes of his SPEAKERx Signature Talk, where he explores an unexpected idea: the opposite of tyranny is play. They also talk about: • How to build psychological safety inside teams • The challenge of turning years of leadership experience into a 10-minute Signature Talk • The role of self-leadership in personal and professional growth • What most leaders get wrong about influence and authority If you've ever managed a team, worked under a difficult leader, or wondered how great leaders create trust, this episode offers a fresh perspective on leadership, communication, and human connection. Do you want to watch Jonas’ full Signature Talk? Here’s the link to the video: https://youtu.be/Oc2n1SCWeD0?si=FwEHuPC6HTQ5WwE8 Website: frydal.se Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/jonasfrydal Newsletter: nyhetsbrev.frydal.se Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannel Website: https://headgain.com/ Join our community Free skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginner Paid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak Get started on your public speaking journey today at https://skool.com/speak It's where we host classes, courses, live calls and much more! Join the Best Speaking Community on the Planet! 👏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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