The Public Speaking Podcast

In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with Stuart Wedge to talk about friction, the invisible thing that slows down communication, creates resistance, and makes collaboration harder than it needs to be.Stuart shares how his background in the military, information security, fire performance, and coaching eventually led him to develop the Congredior  Method, a framework built around reducing friction and helping people work together more effectively.The conversation also dives into Stuart’s journey through SpeakerX, where he transformed an early idea into a signature talk and discovered that “friction” had actually been the common thread running through his entire career.They talk about:Why people naturally resist being told what to doThe hidden communication problems inside teamsHow curiosity changes the way people respond to youBuilding trust before conflict happensWhy AI won’t replace human connectionStuart’s GUIDE principles for reducing frictionTurning a complex idea into a clear signature talkIf you’ve ever felt resistance in conversations, struggled to get people on your side, or wondered why good ideas still create pushback, this episode will change the way you think about communication.Do you want to watch Stuart’s full Signature Talk? Here’s the link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0yR3_zfB_c Connect with Stuart WedgeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-wedge/Webpage: https://www.skool.com/the-congredior-method/about Follow us on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannelWebsite: https://headgain.com/Join our communityFree skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginnerPaid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak

In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with John Doorbar, a speaking coach focused on helping introverts communicate with clarity and confidence.John shares why being an introvert isn’t the problem and how most people have simply learned the wrong patterns around speaking.They talk about the internal blocks that stop people from speaking up, the pressure of trying to “perform,” and what actually changes when you shift from proving yourself to helping others.You’ll also hear how John built his signature talk, the challenges of simplifying complex ideas into a clear message, and what it really takes to stand on stage when your instinct is to stay quiet.They talk about:Why introverts struggle to speak (and why it’s not what you think)The concept of the “mask” and how it affects communicationTurning self-focus into audience focusThe process of cutting down ideas into a clear messageLetting go of needing approval from the audienceIf you’ve ever felt like you’re holding back, overthinking what to say, or staying quiet when you actually have something valuable to share, this episode will change how you see it.Do you want to watch his full Signature Talk?  Here's the link to the video: https://youtu.be/IbIXzjdVXaM Connect with John DoorbarLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndoorbarpresenting/ Website: https://www.johndoorbar.com/  Follow us on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannelWebsite: https://headgain.com/Join our communityFree skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginnerPaid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak

In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with André Rossbach, a safety engineer working at the intersection of AI and product development.André shares his experience on the SPEAKERx and how he went from relying entirely on slides and reading during presentations to build and deliver a structured 10-minute signature talk on a highly technical topic.The conversation goes deeper than presentation tips. It explores what happens when you’re forced to simplify complex ideas, speak to two completely different audiences, and still make your message land.They talk about:Why technical experts struggle to communicate clearlyThe challenge of speaking to multiple audiences at onceWhat changes when you stop relying on slidesHow constraints (like a 10-minute talk) force real clarityIf you work in a technical field and feel like your ideas aren’t coming across the way they should, this episode will give you a different way to think about communication.Do you want to watch his full Signature Talk? Here's the link to the video: https://youtu.be/40qjU8hzMmoThis episode gives you a different way to look at it.Connect with André RossbachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-rossbach/ Website: https://andre-rossbach.comFollow us on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannelWebsite: https://headgain.com/Join our communityFree skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginnerPaid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak

After working closely with speakers inside SPEAKERx, this episode introduces one of the talks that stayed with us long after the stage.Lucas and Alex sit down with Ayo Johnson to break down his signature talk on resilience and why most people misunderstand what it actually means. He shares how resilience isn’t built in the moment things go wrong, but in what you train before anything happens.The conversation goes deeper into how people unknowingly train reactivity instead of control, and how attention, thoughts, and internal dialogue shape performance more than most realize.They talk about:Why reacting to life keeps people stuckHow attention and awareness affect performanceThe connection between burnout and “pushing harder”What resilience actually looks like in practiceA simple exercise to understand how your mind worksDo you want to watch his full Signature Talk? Here's the link to the video: https://youtu.be/WudcvVQYp3A If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in patterns, or constantly reacting instead of responding, this episode gives you a different way to look at it.Connect with Ayo JohnsonWebsite: https://ayo-johnson.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayo-johnson22Follow us on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannelWebsite: https://headgain.com/Join our communityFree skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginnerPaid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speak

In this episode, Lucas and Alex unpack one of the most common beliefs people have when it comes to speaking: “I don’t have anything to say.”Together they explore why that’s almost never true, and what’s actually happening when people struggle to explain what they do, or feel like others can say things better than them.The conversation goes into:Why your experiences don’t feel “valuable enough” (even when they are)How everyday moments can become meaningful storiesWhat actually makes someone interesting to listen toHow to start noticing the stories you’re already livingIf you’ve ever felt like you don’t have anything worth saying, this episode will completely change how you see your own experiences.Encouragement to find value in personal stories and an invitation to join the speaking community.Follow us on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannelWebsite: https://headgain.com/Join our communityFree skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginnerPaid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speakConnect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with LucasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig 

After a long break, the podcast is back!In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down to talk about something that’s becoming impossible to ignore how you speak about what you do.They share stories from their own experience and how to create real connection in a world full of AI noiseThe big realization?It’s not about having more information, it’s about being able to make people care.They talk about:Why most people struggle to explain what they doHow energy and presence change everythingWhat happens when you stop “presenting” and start communicatingThe reason why your ability to speak might be the difference between being remembered or ignoredIf you’ve ever struggled to explain what you do, felt like your message isn’t landing, or wondered why others seem to get more traction with similar ideas, this episode will shift how you think about speaking.Follow us on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/headgain.co/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepublicspeakingchannelWebsite: https://headgain.com/Join our communityFree skool community: https://www.skool.com/beginnerPaid skool community: https://www.skool.com/speakConnect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarlung/Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/alexander-grabner-jarlung Connect with LucasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_reuterstig/ Linkedin: https://se.linkedin.com/in/reuterstig 

David JP Phillips & Alexander Grabner-Jarlung talks about the worst mistakes people make when planning and delivering their presentations. Want to know more about Presenter Mastery, how it works and what we've been able to achieve with our coaching program? Watch our newly produced free movie here:https://www.presentermastery.com/movieMore links to free webinars, Instagram, contact information etc:https://linktr.ee/presentermastery

We're back! But in a slightly different constellation. David JP Phillips & Alexander Grabner-Jarlung compares their top three biggest mistakes when on stage and how they came to their conclusion, and of course, how to avoid these mistakes altogether.Want to know more about Presenter Mastery, how it works and what we've been able to achieve with our coaching program? Watch our newly produced free movie here:https://www.presentermastery.com/movieMore links to free webinars, Instagram, contact information etc:https://linktr.ee/presentermastery