Public Speaking with Peter George
Episodes
Turn Unexpected Snafus Into Audience Engagement Opportunities
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Technology will fail you. It's not a matter of if; it's when. In this episode, you discover what to do when your mic cuts out, your slides freeze, or ...
How to Silence Impostor Syndrome and Speak with Confidence
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
That nagging voice telling you you're not qualified, that someone's about to find you out, that other speakers are more credible than you — it has a...
From Inform to Transform: The Ultimate Goal of Every Presentation
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What's the ultimate goal of every presentation you give? It's not to inform. It's not even to inspire. It's to transform—to leave your audience thin...
Stop Copying Other Speakers: Here's What to Do Instead
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most speakers learn by watching others — studying their gestures, their pacing, their delivery — and then trying to replicate it. The problem? Aud...
Q & A Mastery: Turning the Unpredictable Into a Strength
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For many speakers, Q & A is the part of the presentation they just want to survive. The questions feel unpredictable, the pressure feels real, and one...
Want Greater Engagement? Stop Hiding Behind Your Slides
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your slides aren't your presentation — you are. Yet most speakers build their deck first, then figure out what to say about each slide, and end up ...
What Most Speakers Skip — And Why It Costs Them Every Time
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most speakers think they're rehearsing. They scroll through their slides, run the talk in their head, maybe do one read-through the night before. The...
Crafting Your Core Message - The Foundation of Impact
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you'll learn about something absolutely critical to your success as a speaker: your core message. Without one, your presentation is j...
Engage Your Audience: Increase Connection and Retention
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The more engaged your audience is, the more they learn, remember, and act on your message. Unfortunately, most speakers treat presentations as monolog...
Harness Your Energy - Turning Nervousness Into Power
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's something that affects nearly every speaker, from beginners to seasoned pros…and probably you: nervousness. That anxiety, those butterflies,...
Illustrate With Stories - Your Most Powerful Tool
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Storytelling is the secret weapon that separates exceptional presenters from good ones. Nothing grabs and holds attention like a well-told story. Not ...
The Power of the Pause
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Silence makes most speakers uncomfortable. We feel compelled to fill every second with words, as if any gap means we've lost our place. But here's the...
Infusing Vocal Variety — Take Your Presentations From Ordinary to Extraordinary
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever sat through a presentation where the speaker had great content, but their monotonous delivery made you struggle to stay awake? Everything sounded...
What's Your Body Language Saying
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nonverbal communication—your posture, gestures, facial expressions, and movement—all send messages to your audience, sometimes even contradicting ...
Craft an Attention-Grabbing Opening
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the harsh reality: if you lose your audience in the first minute, it's incredibly hard to win them back. So, the first 30 seconds of your prese...
QuickBites: Research Your Audience
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're tackling something that can make or break your presentation before you even step in front of your audience. It's called audience research...
Follow the AMP'D Framework for Transformative Presentations
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever sat through a presentation where the speaker clearly knew their stuff, but something was just... off? Maybe they rambled, their message ...
I'm Back!
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you listened to my episode titled the Final Episode, you know why I've been away. And now, after two years, I'm back and ready to reconnect with ...
This Used to Be My Final Episode
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may have noticed how erratic my episodes have been over the past couple of months. I apologize for that, but there is a good reason for it! In ...
Discover the Hidden Power of Your Compelling Speaking Voice with John Henny
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People often tell me they don't like their own voices. Well, what about you? Do you like your voice? Do you, or more importantly, do others find it co...
Become the Go-To Expert and Attract Greater Opportunities with Kelly Charles-Collins
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You hear and read them all the time, things like build a personal brand, identify your niche, and craft your signature talk. But how do you go about d...
The Value and Power of Corporate Storytelling with Steve Multer
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding and honoring the powerful psychology of the speaker-audience relationship helps you improve your communication skills and professional a...
Signature Talks: A Building Block to Your Unique Brand with Steve Lowell
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a professional speaker? Or, perhaps, you're ready to move into the world of speaking at the professional level. If you're in either situation,...
Distinction in Speaking: From Being Different to Being Unique with Scott McKain
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're having difficulty differentiating yourself from other speakers and meeting planners can't distinguish you, then you definitely want to liste...
How PR Can Elevate Your Brand, Regardless of Size with Brandi Sims
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is PR part of your promotional mix? Or do you believe it's a tool used only by larger companies with larger bank accounts? Then listen in as Brandi Si...
How to Engage, Connect, and Be Remembered with Chandler Walker
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you speak, do you quickly engage and connect with the audience? Do the audience members remember you, and more importantly, do they remember your...
Voicing the Sacred with Victoria Rader
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an empowered public speaker, or do you shy away from the challenges that speaking presents even though you know they are necessary for growth?...
Tap Through Your Fears with Lauren Fonvielle
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you still trying to get over your nervousness or maybe even dealing with limited beliefs? Well, maybe it's time to try Emotional Freedom Technique...
How a Speech Pathologist Can Help You Be a Better Communicator with Lenora Edwards
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about working with a speech pathologist? Well, neither have I ... at least not since I worked with one in elementary school. But...
Turning 3 Minutes Into a Full Calendar with Arel Moodie
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As it is in just about any industry, speakers look for ways to set themselves apart from the pack. This results in more gigs and an easier and shorter...
Is Your Fear of Networking Sabotaging Your Career? with Jocelyn Chong
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you network? Better yet … do you network with intention so you can accelerate your business growth? If you're not intentionally networking, or ev...
How to Make Your Speech Sound Like Music with John Watkis
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sure, knowing your product or service is essential, but do you know how to develop and deliver that information in ways that your audience will rememb...
Building Your Personal Brand with Victoria Pelletier
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to be seen as a thought leader in your field? Would it help if you could continue to grow your network and social media following? Are you...
Mistakes Speakers Make with Bret Ridgway
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Would you like to hear some of the things speakers do well? What about some of the things that might not have gone so well, including a mistake that c...
Using Clown Presence to Deepen Audience Connection with Don Colliver
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wanted to be a clown? Better yet, as a speaker, do you want to be able to use the essence of a clown so you can more deeply engage your ...
Creating Magic Moments and WOWing Your Audience with Ronny Leber
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to wow your audiences? Would doing so help you stand apart from other speakers? Would it help you and your message be more effective and m...
Building Your SPEAK Framework with Grant Baldwin
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to be a speaker? That's great! Do you want to be a paid speaker? Well, that's different. In this episode, my guest, Grant Baldwin, explain...
Want to Be More Persuasive? Do These Three Things with Bryan Rutberg
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you're developing presentations, how much thought do you give to being persuasive? Any? Well, you should because just about every time you delive...
How to Leverage LinkedIn as a Speaker with Daniel Alfon
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you active on LinkedIn? If you are, are you leveraging your presence to get leads, or like many, have you merely included your basic job informati...
Are Keynotes Dead or Just Different with Katja Schleicher
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are keynotes dead? Not necessarily. Yet my guest, Katja Schleicher, explains how it's time to put to rest the keynote as we know it. She believes toda...
QuickBites: Will Your Talk Be Perfectly Average?
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This morning, when you were brushing your teeth or hair, did you look into the mirror and say to yourself, "Casey, I hope you are perfectly average to...
Elevate Your Voice to Elevate Your Career with Susan Murphy
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to connecting with your audience, how important are the pitch and tone of your voice? Are they serving you well, or are they undermining...
Dealing With the Imposter That Lies Within You with Sheryl Anjanette
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you questioned your own qualifications when doing something? For instance, have you ever asked yourself, "Who am I to be standing on stage speaki...
Why Your Knowledge, Wisdom & Skills Is the New Currency with Mary Henderson
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're an aspiring speaker or an established one, what currency do you hold that you can convert beyond speaking? Do you have other opportunit...
Zen and the Art of Speaking with Alan Carroll
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to deliver your messages with precision and clarity? Would you like to learn how to give yourself the gift of time as you communicate? If ...
Behind the Scenes Tips from an Event Organizer and TEDx Speaker with Sharyl West Loeung
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've booked a gig. That's great! But booking a gig and writing and rehearsing your talk is only part of your preparation. There is a whole lot more ...
How To Find The Story that Drives Your Presentation with Mike Ulmer
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Including stories in your presentations is one of the most powerful ways to convey a message and make it memorable. But what makes a great story? Well...
Using Humor to Make a Difference with Allen Klein
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have humor in your talks? If so, you may be engaging your audiences while helping them remember your points. If not, why not? Do you speak in b...
QuickBites: How a Talk Is Like a Ferrari
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I speak with a prospect, we talk about their objectives. For example, do they want to work on creating messages, or are their needs more on the d...
Absorbing Public Speaking Skills from Everywhere: An Eclectic Approach with Martin Henson
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to public speaking, do you believe that there's only one way to do it? If you do, does this put added pressure on you? What would it fe...
How to Master Your Talk with Brendan Kumarasamy
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode has a wide variety of concepts that are sure to further help you develop at least one of your speaking skills, but I'd be willing to b...
From Keyboard to Keynote: Storytelling for Leaders with Sophie Wadsworth
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you deliver business presentations? If so, do include stories, and if you don't include them, why not? Is it becomes you don't think stories are a...
QuickBites: How to Know If You Really Did a Great Job!
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After you've delivered a presentation, don't you love when people come up to you and say, "Great job!"? It feels good, doesn't it? Well, I used to lo...
How to Deliver a Short Speech with Big Impact with Eddie Rice
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Perhaps the most important speech you'll ever give is one that lasts only a few minutes. This speech is commonly known as a toast. My guest on this ep...
Change Everything by Shifting from a Talk to a Quest with Gordon Stein
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a speaker, two of the things you want to do are engage your audiences and set yourself apart from other speakers. And wouldn't it be great if you c...
How Podcast Guesting Enhances Your Brand and Speaking Skills with Jason Cercone
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about the many advantages that being a value-driven podcast guest offers you and your brand growth? Well, if you have, or even i...
QuickBites: How to Use Slides to Engage Your Audiences - Part 3
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
(3rd in a 3-Part Series) Do you use slides in your presentations? If so, do you use them in a way that helps your listeners immediately understand the...
Audacious Communications Skills I Learned as a Leader with Roy Osing
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why do you speak? Is it for the sake of speaking, or do you speak as a means to an end? I often say, don't speak to inform; speak to transform, while ...
QuickBites: How to Use Slides to Engage Your Audience - Part 2
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
(2nd in a 3-Part Series) Do you use slides in your presentations? If so, do you use them in a way that helps your listeners immediately understand the...
Non-Traditional Methods of Improving Your Speaking with Mark Herschberg
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you looked into how other activities may help you become a more effective, engaging speaker? You have? Then you've probably found things like imp...
QuickBites: How to Use Slides to Engage Your Audiences - Part 1
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you use slides in your presentations? If so, do you use them in a way that helps your listeners immediately understand their meaning and how it sup...
How Watching Tape Creates Champions with Amy Scruggs
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Standing up and speaking in front of others may or may not make you nervous. But what about appearing on video … and I don't mean just on Zoom. What...
QuickBites: Why You Want to Be the Guide Not the Hero
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to engage your audience throughout your talks? It's not as difficult as many people believe. But this is only if you make a mindset shift ...
The 7 Secrets to Essential Speaking with Dr. Doreen Downing
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you nervous when it comes to speaking in public? Are you down right fearful? If so, you're not alone. But while knowing that you're not alone migh...
Launch a Successful Speaking Career with Jane Atkinson
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you just starting out on your speaking career? Are you a veteran speaker who struggles to make the money you want to make? Are you reluctant to ru...
QuickBites: How to Implement Eye Contact Consistently and Effectively
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the previous QuickBites episode, you learned why eye contact is so important and powerful. In this episode, you'll discover how to do it well.
7 Principles to Being a Successful Keynote Speaker with John Rossman
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are your principles when it comes to accepting and delivering a keynote … or a breakout for that matter? You haven't given this any thought? Th...
QuickBites: Discover the Many Benefits Eye Contact Provides You
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to engage your audiences? Of course, you do! And this QuickBites episode will help you increase the level of engagement -- for your audien...
How Body Language Affects You and Your Audience with Natasha Bazilevych
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to know how you can make a significant connection with your audiences? Have you thought about how body language affects both your confiden...
The Speaking Superpower You Never Think About with Kym Dakin
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like you weren't being heard, or that others in the room seem to command more respect than you? Well, my guest Kym Dakin, says the ...
QuickBites: It's Time to Come Out From Behind the Lectern
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever seen speakers who appear almost grateful to stand behind lecterns? It's fairly common because many speakers believe lecterns -- no matte...
How to Add a Few Simple Ideas That Build a Solid Speaking Career with Curt Tueffert
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're an aspiring speaker, would you like some advice on getting more gigs. If you're an established speaker, how about some ideas for working clo...
What Professional Actors Can Teach You About Using Stories in Your Presentations with Kerri Garbis
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where do you look to find great storytellers? As a speaker, it wouldn't be unusual for you to look to other speakers — those who have become very ad...
QuickBites: Do You Transform or Merely Inform?
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When a client is developing a new talk, what do you think I ask them? Actually, there are several things, but the one that matters to me most is, "How...
Grounding Your Speaking in Contribution to Others with Robert White
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where are you on your journey in public speaking? Are you just starting out? Are you hitting your stride? Are you ready to further refine your skills ...
QuickBites: How Dress Rehearsals Can Help You Avoid Stress and Embarrassment
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I can't overstress the importance of a dress rehearsal. A dress rehearsal uncovers things that may might otherwise go unnoticed until the day of your ...
Alex Sanfilippo, Founder of PodMatch, Joins Me on My 100th Episode
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can podcasting help you grow your speaking business? Yes, it can. Through podcasting, I've gained new clients as a speaker and speaking coach. An...
QuickBites: What Are You Going to Do When the Inevitable Happens?
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the saying goes, it's not if something will go wrong, it's when something will go wrong. So, what are you going to do when something unexpected hap...
How to be Found on Linkedin for the Right Opportunities with Donna Serdula
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a speaker, you're also a business owner, salesperson, and marketer. And as a marketer, you must present yourself in a way that inspires, impresses,...
QuickBites: Getting Into Character Before Getting Onstage
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine being at a Broadway show, and the lead actor is playing a character who's heartbroken by the sudden death of her only child. As she enters the...
How to Stay on Track While Delivering an Emotional Message with Tricia Roos
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find public speaking to be mentally and physically exhausting? I know I do. After I speak, I'm happy to go to my hotel room and relax for a whi...
How to Build Your Business by Building Your Personal Brand with Tonya Eberhart & Michael Carr
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think that, as a speaker, you need a brand? You bet you do. In fact, if you know it or not, you already have one — whether or not it's the on...
QuickBites: Be a Guest on Podcasts to Help Build Your Speaking Career
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's simple. The more you speak, the more you'll speak! And a way to speak more, is to be a guest on podcasts. You might be thinking, "You know, that'...
Harness Your Walk-On Mindset with Jim Roddy
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you where you want to be as a speaker — not only in your speaking skill set but also if you're looking to make speaking a career? If not, tak...
How to Use Improv Activities to Boost Your Self-Confidence & Engage Your Audiences with Izzy Gesell
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How good would it be if you could add a tool to your speak toolbox that helps you add more value to your clients? And at the same time, it would equip...
How Not to Commit Death By PowerPoint with David McBee
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you use PowerPoint or similar software when delivering presentations? Are your slides enhancing your talks or making people wish they were somewher...
Learning to Love Public Speaking with Ruth Rotkowitz
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You may have loved public speaking from a young age. But it's more than likely that you learned to love it over time. Of course, you may still be at t...
QuickBites: Repetition Has Power
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to make a point more memorable? Then, remember this. Repetition has power. Tune in and learn just how powerful repetition can be and how ...
How to Move Through Your Presentation with Claudia Monacelli
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As you know, there is so much more that goes into public speaking than just speaking. This includes your intonation, body, breathing, and mindset. My...
QuickBites: Does How You Dress Make a Difference?
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you speak to an audience, should you dress for yourself or the audience? Should you take the advice of those who say, "Be authentic," or should y...
How Speaking Helps Authors Sell More Books with Stephanie Chandler
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a published author, then you know that, at one time or another, you may be asked to speak in public. This could be at a small gathering of f...
QuickBites: Stop Giving In to Your Self-Limiting Beliefs
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you getting all the speaking gigs you need or want? Are you speaking at the kinds of events you know you want to be speaking at? Are you getting p...
How to Build Your Business with Personal Branding on Social Media with Jen Campbell
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It seems like every business magazine you read or every business show you watch or listen to includes something about branding. And over the past sev...
QuickBites: How Using Idioms, Slang, and Colloquialisms Can Confuse Your Audiences
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Idioms, slang, and colloquialisms have their place in talks, but there are aspects of each that you want to take into consideration. In this brief ep...
Stop Telling Just Any Story: Insights Into Storytelling That Influences and Inspires with Michael Davis
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Storytelling is an art. And telling stories in a way that captivates an audience and delivers a message is taking that art form to its highest heights...
QuickBites: How You Can Get Your Audience's Attention by Creating Tension
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever watched reality shows, awards shows, or contests? Then you've probably noticed that, when the hosts are just about to announce the winne...
How to Save Your Successful Voice with Judy Rodman
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How to Save Your Successful Voice with Judy Rodman If you're like many speakers, when you talk about voice, you talk about using it to foster and s...
QuickBites: How to Break the Rules and Break Out of the Boundaries
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Public speaking coaches often use various shapes to describe where your hands should be when gesturing, including circle, box, and square. But, no mat...
How Word Choices Impact Your Message with Terre Short
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking in front of others provides you with the opportunity to influence and inspire them. But, do the words you choose help you accomplish your obj...
How Improv Comedy Can Help You Be a Better, More Engaging and Funnier Speaker with Avish Parashar
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Improv is the art of saying, "Yes, and …" but when it comes to even thinking about it, so many of us say, "No way!" And that's unfortunate because n...