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John talks with David about the 1960s television series, Thunderbirds and the products marketed with the show. Some of which turned up in boxes in his shed.

Are you your brain or is your brain you?

There are many elements to a good public speech. Overlook them at your peril. TRANSCRIPT; There is an important question that every public speaker must be able to answer: Why should the audience care about what I am going to say? If you can’t answer that question, you have a problem. Either you are speaking to the wrong audience or you are giving the wrong talk. Another important element - you need to enjoy your self while giving you talk out at least look like it. If you look bored, then the audience will think you are bored and you’ll lose them. And if you’re bored by the topic, then why should anyone listening be interested? So when you’re introduced have a smile on your face, stride out to the lecture ,make it seem like you’re happy and glad to be there (even if you’d rather be at home watching Netflix). If you feel confident enough to do so, add a little humour (as long as it’s appropriate). Humour will help you relax, and break the ice if the room is feeling a little tense or unfriendly. and the important thing is after every presentation , take some time to think about what worked and what failed. If it went well, consider the elements that made it go well. If it went badly, analyse where and how it went wrong so that next time you can change your strategy and ensure the same thing doesn’t happen again. By reviewing every performance you can fine tune your presentation - that’s what the pros do.

I hate videos recorded in portrait mode. It's not natural. Listen to the podcast to find out why!

John talks with David Hales from Green Eyed Monster about what sort of people use podcasting and video.

Episode 2 We talk about Shopping isles and trolleys, arragant people and the weather.

David from Big Tech Theory talks with local southern Adelaide business owner, Gary Hennessy about Gary's Bazaar. Gary rescues and recycles unwanted household items. 14 Kitawah St, Lonsdale, South Australia. www.garys-bazaar.com.au

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Don't lose your audience even before you open your mouth. TRANSCRIPT; “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” - Will Rogers The audience will start forming an opinion about you before you utter your first word. After your introduction and as you approach the stage they will have noted what you are wearing, how you are groomed and your physical demeanor. In other words, before you open your mouth most people in the audience will have a firm impression about you. So if it is a negative impression you have to work hard to get them back. Make it easier on yourself by making sure the first impressions are the right ones. Remember that your presentation begins the moment you’re recognised as the speaker. “90% of how well the talk will go is determined before the speaker steps on the platform.” – Somers White Dress appropriately, that might mean asking the organisers what the dress code for the event is. I believe it is better to dress slightly above the dress code than below. It’s hard to command respect if the men in the audience are in suits and ties and you’re in jeans and a sweatshirt. By the same token if you’re talking to a group about surfing you might look silly in a suit and tie. Dress for the occasion. For women don’t wear clothing that can be distracting, which might mean avoiding flashy jewellery or flamboyant shirts and scarves. However, if outrageous dress is your trademark go for it. Your appearance should complement your content and the audience to which you are speaking. Avoid noisy accessories - bangles, banging the lectern can be very annoying, also large earrings can be very distracting. When you are giving a talk try to wear something that makes you feel good. Dress comfortably, don’t wear tight or restrictive clothing particularly if you are moving around the stage . If possible, just before your presentation find a mirror and check everything is in place and looking good. Check the teeth for foreign objects - a winning smile isn’t going to score you many points if its spoiled by a piece of spinach in your teeth. When you’re introduced take to the stage with enthusiasm and a smile. don’t make an entry like you’re going to the gallows. You want to be seen as someone who can’t wait to begin. Enthusiasm is infectious. When you reach the lectern don’t launch straight in to your talk. Pause, look around your audience with a smile on your face. Make eye contact. They’ll already be warming to you and you haven’t uttered a word. The pause will focus their attention and heighten they expectation. That’s when you launch into your killer opening. Go for it!

Is the Cancel Culture the modern day equivalent of book burning?

Do road works bother you? Especially, when the signs are left out and no one is there?

Do you have a partner that pinches your hot chips?

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