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Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart
Communication
Leadership
Storytelling
Communication Techniques
Communication Skills
Public Speaking
Effective Communication
Empathy
Anxiety Management
Conflict Resolution
Artificial Intelligence
Audience Engagement
Mindfulness
Emotional Intelligence
Negotiation
Psychological Safety
Career Development
Strategic Communication
Neuroscience
Authenticity

One of the most essential ingredients to success in business and life is effective communication. Join Matt Abrahams, best-selling author and Strategic Communication lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business, as he interviews experts to provide actionable insights that help you communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. From handling impromptu questions to crafting compelling message... more

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Recent Guests

Kim Storin
Chief Marketing Officer, Zoom
Zoom
Episode: 303. On Point, On Brand: Why Honest Communication Always Lands
David Rogier
Founder and CEO of MasterClass
MasterClass
Episode: 302. Master This: How to Learn Like the Experts Do
Vanessa Van Edwards
Lead investigator at Science of People; author and communications expert
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Episode: 301. Trust at First Sight: Create More Meaningful Connections
Katherine Reed
Executive Producer, Think Fast Talk Smart
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Episode: 300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership
Neil McPhedran
Guest with a question on first five seconds of public speaking
Think Fast Talk Smart
Episode: 300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership
Kylé McPhedran
Team member with question on high emotion leadership conversations
Think Fast Talk Smart
Episode: 300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership
Greg Oldring
Technical team member; asks about summarizing (paraphrasing)
Think Fast Talk Smart
Episode: 300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership
Farnaz Khadem
Vice President of University Communications at Stanford
Stanford University
Episode: 299. Choose The Right Channel: How Stanford Finds Its Voice
Sinéad Bovell
Futurist and founder of WAYE; UN AI Advisory Body expert advisor
WAYE; United Nations AI Advisory Body
Episode: 297. Agency Over Anxiety: Communicating in Uncertain Times

Host

Matt Abrahams
Host of Think Fast Talk Smart; Stanford GSB lecturer

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 8.7k ratings
  • Awesome podcast!

    Very professional, interesting guests, I always learn something new. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elisa Di Napoli
    New Zealand13 days ago
  • Executive speaker coach

    The best source for real-world, practical and well-crafted insights on communication competence and excellence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosemary Ravinal
    United Statesa month ago
  • Something for everyone

    I can't say enough good things about what I have heard so far. As someone who has never trained their communication abilities, this is exactly what I need to get started on my journey to being a better communicator.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United Statesa month ago
  • AI podcast?

    Why do they speak so unnaturally? Is it AI??

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    A1256
    Australia2 months ago
  • Always leave having learned something

    This is by far one of my favourite podcasts. Each episode leaves me with practical tips, new perspectives and approaches. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amcuglietta
    Canada2 months ago

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301. Trust at First Sight: Create More Meaningful Connections
Q: What are the first three ingredients that go into a successful communication recipe?
The three ingredients are dog energy (optimistic, proactive engagement), putting the other person at ease (empathy and focus on the other), and appealing to the caveman brain (being clear, warm, and confident to reduce fear and increase trust).
301. Trust at First Sight: Create More Meaningful Connections
Q: Who's a communicator that you admire, and why?
Vanessa cites Lucille Ball as a standout communicator who used humor to convey values and ambition, explaining that levity can be a powerful tool for connection and entrepreneurship.
301. Trust at First Sight: Create More Meaningful Connections
Q: Are you up for that?
Vanessa discusses the upcoming sneak peek into her current explorations, including her next book about meaningful connective conversations designed for introverts and ambiverts, aimed at helping people take back control in conversation without needing to fake extroversion.
300. Matt’s Answers for Better Speaking and Leadership
Q: How can you be concise and detailed at the same time without losing clarity or emotional impact?
The balance between concision and detail depends on your audience and the emotional goal of the engagement; you can vary the level of detail to suit whether you want a deep, emotional connection or straightforward information, and adjust accordingly.
302. Master This: How to Learn Like the Experts Do
Q: Who is a communicator Rogier admires and why?
He highlights vintage Jesse Jackson for a powerful, influential delivery and the ability to connect with an audience during a pivotal 1984 church speech in Philadelphia.

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Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques delivers practical, research-backed strategies for clear, confident, and impactful communication in real-world contexts. Episodes cover structuring messages, handling impromptu situations, improving listening, managing anxiety, and using storytelling to persuade. A notable strength is translating academic concepts into bite-sized, immediately usable tips, often featuring guests who are leading researchers, educators, athletes, and business leaders. The show's approachable, coaching-focused format—frequent emphasis on presence, warmth, and audience awareness—makes it a strong fit for professionals seeking tangible improvements in everyday communication and leadership presence.

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