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What is human-centric communication and what happens when you switch it on? This extended episode of Leadership Speaking Radio answers these important questions and many more, through a thought-provoking and energizing conversation with Nick Looby, Founder of Feet on the Ground Training Services. Nick is an expert on impactful human communication and together, Nick and Dr. Penn share insights, swap tales from the front-line and harvest lots of golden nuggets of wisdom about what it takes to ignite human-centric communication in the digital age. ________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

This episode of Leadership Speaking Radio is an inspiring conversation with speaking business industry giant - Maria Franzoni.  We have a candid conversation about what takes to succeed in the business of professional speaking and drop countless golden nuggets of wisdom which can be applied straight away. If you're a professional speaker or an industry leader who is gearing up to start getting paid to speak, this episode is for you. Enjoy!  __________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

If you're a professional speaker, industry leader or a change-maker who wants to heighten WHAT you say to your audiences and HOW you say it, this episode is for you. Dr. Laura Penn pulls back the curtain to reveal a powerful pathway for how to take your speaking skills to the next level and how to professionalize your craft. To watch this episode as a VIDEO, visit: https://youtu.be/WcVKpZaCVuY ______________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

Dr. Laura Penn sets the tone for this brand new season with an immersion into what it takes to activate a "revolution of the heart" when it comes to creating and delivering best-in-class talks.  If you're a professional speaker, industry leader or change-maker who is looking  for innovative ways to create and deliver your message to your audiences, this episode is for you. _______________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

This podcast episode is borrowed from Maria Franzoni's Speaking Business Podcast which featured an in-depth interview with Dr. Laura Penn in October 2025. Filled with golden nuggets about how to lean-in to the performing art of speaking, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who is curious about what it means to be a speaker artist. A big shout-out of thanks to Maria Franzoni for allowing this repost. To find out more about Maria Franzoni and her work as trusted advisor to speakers and bureaus, visit:  https://www.mariafranzoni.me/ ______________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

This third and final episode of the "Love Collection" is the cherry on top of the cake. For the first time ever, Dr. Penn shares the secret formula behind the world's best TED(x) talks.   From start to finish, this tell-all episode brings you behind the scenes where you learn how to create and deliver a talk that lives in the hearts and minds of your audiences. If you are preparing for a TED(x) talk or something similarly high-stakes, this episode is a must-listen. Show Notes:  1.) Discover more about The Leadership Speaking STUDIO Here: https://www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com/the-leadership-speaking-studio/ 2.) Watch the episode on Youtube Here:   https://youtu.be/twf8wpmw6TA 3.) Listen to the Business of Speaking interview mentioned in the podcast Here: https://lnns.co/Z4IV5TYG_pf ___________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

How does your mind, your heart and your body support you to show up as the best version of yourself as a communicator? In this episode of Leadership Speaking Radio, Dr. Laura Penn continues the exploration of LOVE in communication, diving deeply into how this powerful triad can heighten and amplify your impact, authenticity and human connection when you speak in front of your audiences. Roll up your shirt-sleeves and jump in! This episode is filled with practical examples, food for thought and some loving inspiration, perfect in time for the holidays. Watch it as a VIDEO on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/wfiiIL_lTPY ____________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

This episode of Leadership Speaking Radio pulls at the heartstrings of LOVE and asks the question: "Where can you pour more love into how you create and deliver your presentations and speaking opportunities?" Dr. Laura Penn shares all the ways that you can infuse your content creation and delivery rehearsal with love so that your audiences feel something.   Communication is supposed to feel good, and when there's love in it, it does. Watch the VIDEO version here: https://youtu.be/QYOBnuyLO3g __________________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

What does it mean to be of use in today's world?  As a leader?  As a leadership speaker? This episode of Leadership Speaking Radio explores what you can do "to be of use".  It shares how you can activate your communication machine to build trust, and to motivate and inspire your peers, teams and customers. __________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School  Because communication is supposed to feel good. www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

This deep-diving episode of Leadership Speaking Radio asks the question: "What does it mean to fail in leadership speaking and how can these failures be turned into wins?" Dr. Laura Penn shares personal stories which shine a light on the topic and invites listeners to take stock of their own failures and wins as communicators. It's a must-listen episode for anyone who wants to understand what it takes to succeed in leadership speaking.   Discover this episode as a VIDEO here: https://youtu.be/BrpKNWTAdco _______________ Because communication is supposed to feel good. www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

It's time to switch on the metaphorical lights of your audiences.  The days of dull, grey, template-style talking must end - too many important messages and opportunities for meaningful connections are at stake. In this episode of LEADERSHIP SPEAKING RADIO, Dr. Laura Penn goes deep into how you can heighten and enhance your speaking opportunities, both live and online, so that your peers, teams and stakeholders feel awake, alive and included in your presentation as active members of a dialogue, not as frozen and inert audiences of a monologue. ________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School "Because communication is supposed to feel good." www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

In today's messy world, leaders are being called to communicate with their teams, peers and stakeholders in meaningful and authentic ways.  What does it take to do this?  How can those leaders build community through communication? In this episode of Leadership Speaking Radio, Dr. Laura Penn uses the "CARE" formula to shine a light on this important topic.  Full of practical suggestions and powerful techniques, it's an episode with lots of golden nuggets that every leader of the digital age should know. _________________ Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School "Because communication is supposed to feel good." www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

"Extroverts spray their energy into the audience, like a spray can with no focus, missing the mark". In this episode of Leadership Speaking Radio, Dr. Laura Penn shares golden nuggets of wisdom that supports extroverts to focus their energy so that their messages reach the hearts and minds of their audiences.  Find the full video version of this episode on Youtube here:  https://youtu.be/QsfDmldm_qQ "Because communication is supposed to feel good" www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

Tension is the "enemy of connection" for introverts when it comes to speaking in front of others. In this episode of Leadership Speaking Radio, Dr. Laura Penn shares golden nuggets of wisdom to support introverts to thrive and not just survive when they speak in front of their peers, teams and customers. Discover the full video version of this episode on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/Rv5yOyv8Oj8 Brought to you by The Leadership Speaking School: "Because communication is supposed to feel good" www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com

What are your habits related to speaking in front of others? How do you prepare your content? What do you do to get ready before you speak? This extended episode of Leadership Speaking Radio pulls back the curtain on the topic of leadership communication habits and asks you to reflect on what you do that may or may not be working related to speaking in front of your peers, teams and customers. Discover the full video version on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/D-MI4S64yKw Because communication is supposed to feel good. _________________________ www.theleadershipspeakingschool.com