The Public Speaking Podcast

Lucas Reuterstig & Alex Grabner Jarlung
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Two guys. Two microphones. One obsession… communication. Welcome to the Public Speaking Channel! 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 3d ago

    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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  2. Jun 10

    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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  3. Jun 3

    Your Audience Will Remember Emotions More Than Information | Tamara Christmann Olofsson

    In this SPEAKERx edition of The Public Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Tamara Christmann Olofsson, entrepreneur and speaker focused on personal development and leadership. For nearly two decades, her work building adventure parks Tamara has seen people all the time standing up in the trees on the heights and  has helped them face something most of us try to avoid: fear. Tamara shares the childhood dream that eventually became her business, the lessons she learned from helping people step outside their comfort zones, and how SPEAKERx helped her discover that her personal story was actually the foundation of her message. They talk about: Why courage is not the absence of fearThe difference between listening to fear and obeying itFinding your unique voice as a speakerTurning life experiences into a signature talkEmotions are the most powerful topic in our stories.The belief that keeps people stuck waiting If you've ever felt like you need more confidence before taking action, this conversation might change the way you think about fear, courage, and being ready. Do you want to watch Tamara’s full Signature Talk? Here’s the link to the video: https://youtu.be/VmpfwU0MhiI Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaraupzone Webpage: https://upzone.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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min

  4. May 27

    Can You Turn an Idea Into a Signature Talk in 30 Days? | Ben Sherry

    In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with Ben Sherry, speaking coach, live-event strategist, and founder of The Live Event Studio, to talk about the gap between having ideas and actually putting them into the world. The conversation explores why public speaking is becoming more valuable in the AI era, how live events create trust faster than online content, and why so many smart people stay invisible simply because they never share their ideas out loud. They also announce the launch of SKOOLx, a public speaking competition designed to help people build and deliver their own signature talk in front of a real audience. They talk about: Why speaking opportunities matter more than endless preparationThe difference between practicing speaking and truly connectingHow live events build trust faster than contentWhy AI makes human communication even more valuableBen’s journey from teacher to live-event strategistThe emotional side of learning to speak publiclyThe launch of SKOOLx and the chance to win a full SPEAKERx experience If you’ve ever struggled to put your ideas into words, felt invisible online, or wanted to become more confident speaking in front of people, this episode will push you to finally stop hiding what you have to say. Here’s the link to the biggest public speaking competition: https://headgain.com/skoolx Connect with Ben Sherry Linkedin: https://tw.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-sherry1 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min

  5. May 22

    How to Speak with Passion & Inspire Change During Your Speech | Jutta Wohlrab

    In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with Jutta Wohlrab, women’s health expert, speaker and recent winner of a Global Leadership Award. Jutta shares the deeper story behind her SPEAKERx signature talk and why her mission has always been bigger than public speaking itself. She talks about why women are still forced to adapt to systems that were never designed for them, the difference between fighting men vs changing culture, and why real leadership today requires courage, balance, and honesty. Throughout the conversation, they explore what makes a speaker unforgettable, why “filler is killer” and what it actually means to leave a dent in the audience. They talk about: Why the system is the problem in society for women.Turning lifelong passion into a signature talkThe brutal but necessary process of simplifying a messageHow SPEAKERx helped sharpen her deliveryWhy bold speakers create emotional impactThe speaking habits that instantly weaken authorityWinning a Global Leadership Award anonymously through written impact alone If you’ve ever felt called to speak about something bigger than yourself, this episode will remind you why your voice matters.. Do you want to watch Jutta’s full Signature Talk? Here’s the link to the video: https://youtu.be/VBopc5LVAuI Connect with Jutta Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juttawohlrab Webpage: https://elementsofbirth.de/ 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min

  6. May 20

    Most People Don’t Notice This About Their Conversation | Caroline Forsblad

    In this episode, Lucas and Alex sit down with Caroline Forssblad, cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, and creator of “The Interesting Theory.” Caroline shares her journey from burnout and high pressure leadership roles into personal development, public speaking, and helping people question the patterns running inside their own minds. The conversation dives into the moment she discovered the power of replacing judgment with curiosity, and how one simple word “interesting” completely changed the way she sees herself, other people, and communication itself. You’ll also hear how Caroline developed her SPEAKERx talk, the challenge of turning deep personal insights into a clear message, and why understanding the “love language” of your audience changes everything when you speak. They talk about: The origin of “The Interesting Theory”Breaking judgment patterns through curiosityHow childhood conditioning shapes communicationWhy most people speak from their own perspective instead of the audience’sThe challenge of simplifying a personal idea into a clear talkCaroline’s experience building her SPEAKERx signature talk If you’ve ever caught yourself overthinking, judging people automatically, or struggling to communicate in a way that truly connects, this episode will make you see conversations very differently. Do you want to watch Caroline’s full Signature Talk? Here’s the link to the video: https://youtu.be/Je-tqh_MDGo Connect with Caroline Forssblad Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolineforssblad Webpage: www.carolineforssblad.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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  7. May 13

    Reducing Friction in Communication & Leadership | Stuart Wedge

    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 talk If 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 Wedge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-wedge/ Webpage: https://www.skool.com/the-congredior-method/about 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  8. May 8

    Helping Introverts How to Speak Clearly | John Doorbar

    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 audience If 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 Doorbar Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndoorbarpresenting/ Website: https://www.johndoorbar.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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
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Two guys. Two microphones. One obsession… communication. Welcome to the Public Speaking Channel! 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Lucas Reuterstig & Alex Grabner Jarlung
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Lucas Reuterstig
  • Show Website
    The Public Speaking Podcast

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