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The Presentation Whisperer Show

Step inside the world of presentations with professional speaker and bestselling author Rob Jolles as he hosts The Presentation Whisperer. Through candid conversations with top professional speakers, seasoned trainers, and authors finding their voice, Rob uncovers the secrets behind powerful delivery. He’ll share trainer-tested techniques for holding a room’s attention for hours, or even days. And when a presentation isn’t hitting the mark, you’ll discover how to diagnose the problem and transform

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00:38:24

Audience-Centered Speaking: The Secret to Mic Drop...

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2026/01/06

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:What a true mic drop moment is — and how speakers actually create them.Whether anyone can become an audience-centered storyteller and consistently earn those moments.The five core story archetypes audiences want to hear and how they were first discovered.How to determine which archetype is right for your audience before you walk on stage.Where presenters unintentionally go wrong when choosing stories — including length and focus.A

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00:34:08

What Today’s Students Really Need From Presenters

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:The first thing a presenter should focus on when stepping in front of a distracted student audience.What today’s university students need most from the person at the front of the room.What truly motivates the modern student and how to sustain their interest.How to recognize when your delivery isn’t connecting — and how to adjust in the moment.How to read the energy of the room early and identify when you’re winning or losing the

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00:32:15

A Stuntman's Secrets for Conquering Fear

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/30

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:Whether stuntmen still get scared — and why fear doesn’t disappear even with experience.How fear followed Brett from the stunt world to the speaking stage, and whether it ever fully goes away.The discipline and mindset stunt preparation and keynote preparation share, including rehearsal and improv.The concept of an “emotional dashboard,” and how presenters can monitor it in real time while speaking.Why moments that appear chaotic are

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00:04:59

The Presentation Skill Nobody Teaches: Accepting Praise

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/25

In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn:Why so many presenters instinctively deflect or minimize compliments.How rejecting praise quietly undermines confidence and professional presence.The difference between modesty and self-sabotage when responding to feedback.Why accepting a compliment is actually a gift to the person giving it.A simple mindset shift that reframes praise from awkward to meaningful.One easy phrase you can use immediately to accept compliments with confidence and grace.Hosted by Rob

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00:38:12

From Good to Great: What Separates Top-Tier Speakers

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/23

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:How a good speaker becomes great, and the mindset shift that drives that growth.Whether greatness on stage is rooted more in natural talent — or learned technique.The essential ingredients of an unforgettable presentation, including timing.Why the opening and closing moments matter more than most speakers realize — and how to sharpen both.The common bad habit many speakers don’t realize they have… but every audience does.One actionable

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00:36:08

Not Just Good On Camera... Magnetic!

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/18

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:o The biggest mistakes speakers make when they treat virtual presentations like in-person events.o The difference between confidence on camera and a magnetic virtual presence that pulls people in.o How years behind and in front of the camera shaped Shirlee’s approach to virtual communication.o The first impression checklist — what to adjust the moment the camera turns on.o Which technical choices have the greatest influence on onscreen

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00:32:42

Speaking Across Generations: How to Reach Every Audience

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:Stephanie’s “a-ha moment” that revealed the importance of speaking across generations — and why the message found her.The biggest mistake presenters make when speaking to mixed-generation or mixed-culture audiences.How Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers each process information differently — and what those differences mean for presenters.How the “what’s in it for me?” shifts depending on generational needs, and why

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00:06:45

When The Stage Gets Bigger Than You Expected...

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/11

In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn:The hidden challenges of stepping in when expectations are stacked against you.Why preparation, adaptability, and resilience matter more than the spotlight you walk into.How a tough assignment, even one set up to fail, can become a defining moment in your speaking journeyAnd a few techniques that will help you remind an audience not what you are going to be talking about, but why Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade

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00:33:17

Trust At A Distance: Tips On Presenting Virtually

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you'll learn:What happens cognitively and psychologically when communication becomes digital — and why trust becomes harder to build through a screen.Insights from Peggy’s book Trust at a Distance, including practical strategies for managing and presenting in remote environments.The four most common mistakes presenters make when moving from an in-person room to the virtual ZOOM stage, and how to fix them.How technology reshapes communication by

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00:31:06

From NFL Sundays to Center Stage: The Art of the Story

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/04

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:What Markus discovered transitioning from professional sports to professional speaking—and why game day prep matters on both fields.Why storytelling is more than entertainment, and how Markus defines true connection from the stage.Why stories remain powerful in a world full of data, metrics, and shrinking attention spans.How Markus chooses which personal stories belong in his keynotes—and which ones don’t make the cut.Whether great

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00:53:21

Taking Your Business To The Next Level; Live Coaching

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/12/02

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:• How Craig currently delivers his talk, why it resonates locally, and what needs to shift for a corporate audience.• The core message he feels called to share, and why it holds value for organizations, executives, and teams.• The universal elements that work in both faith-based and professional environments, and how to amplify those moments.• Which stories and leadership experiences translate well for corporate groups, given Craig’s

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00:07:46

Breaking the Worry Habit

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/27

In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn:How worry hijacks your thinking by defaulting to negative “what if” scenarios.Why deliberate positive thinking is not denial—it’s a productive mental reset.A practical way to build positive habits using everyday headlines and situations.How “Positive Thinking, Positive Habits, Positive Results” becomes a repeatable system that reduces worry over time.Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training

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00:35:09

What the Top 10% of Speakers Do Differently

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/25

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:Why fewer than 10% of speakers ever make a living doing what they love — and what separates the top performers from the rest.The defining behaviors and mindset that consistently show up in successful speakers.The essential presentation skills great speakers master that most others overlook.How confidence is built — not born — and the role preparation plays in transforming it.What “real commitment” looks like for someone determined to

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00:04:43

Nervous? Not in My Vocabulary

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/20

In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn:Why “nervous” is one of the least helpful words a presenter can useHow a single vocabulary change can alter your mindset under pressureThe difference between destructive nervousness and productive anxiousnessHow to channel that anxious energy into focus, readiness, and stronger performanceHosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room.Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and

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00:44:05

Dead Room? No Problem!

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/17

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:How to respond when your opening story or icebreaker lands flat.Why starting with a humorous video can be a powerful tool to gauge audience energy.What to do if your opening video or joke doesn’t get the reaction you expected.Why presenters often take a “dead room” personally — and how to avoid that trap.How “turning up the volume” can backfire and what to do instead.Creative questioning techniques that help thaw a cold or unresponsive

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00:05:29

The Two-Word Fix for Stage Jitters

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/13

In this Whisper Shot, you’ll learn:The real difference between “nervousness” and “anxiousness” — and why words matterThe two-word mindset shift that transforms pressure into performanceHow to draw confidence from your personal track record of successWhy channeling anxious energy can actually make your presentations strongerHosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room.Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and

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00:42:26

The Great, The Bad, And The Ugly

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/11

In this Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:How to spot topics “on the horizon” and uncover ideas no one else is covering.What truly separates the most memorable presentations from those that fade fast.The essential ingredients — structure, story, and delivery — that make a talk click.How to use humor effectively without letting it overshadow your message.The subtle cues seasoned speakers look for to spot true mastery on stage.How to read an audience in real time and adjust your delivery to

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00:38:52

Polarizing… On Purpose

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/10

In this episode of The Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:Why accepting that “not everyone will like you” can actually make you a stronger, more confident presenter.What authentic speakers have in common — and how they maintain composure under pressure.How presenting to a Vistage audience differs from speaking to a typical corporate crowd.The fine line between confidence and humility when taking feedback from your audience.A real-world story of when staying true to a controversial approach

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00:05:43

Who's Flat; The Audience Or You?

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/07

In this Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:- How to take the temperature of the audience, and test whether the audience or you are off your game.- Why overreacting or forcing energy can make things worse.- What to do to regain control and connection when the room feels flat.Because every presentation matters.Hosted by Rob Jolles; professional speaker, bestselling author, and four-decade veteran of the stage and training room.Learn more about Rob’s books, training programs, and keynote work

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00:36:06

Mastering the High-Stakes Presentation

The Presentation Whisperer Show ·

2025/11/06

In this Presentation Whisperer Show, you’ll learn:What truly defines a “high-stakes” presentation — and why it’s about more than money or audience size.How to prepare for high-stakes presentations or facilitation engagements with essential stakeholders.Why audiences remember certain elements more than others, and how to emphasize what truly counts.A practical process or methodology for shaping impactful, high-pressure presentations.The common behaviors and mindsets top leaders share when the stakes

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