Lisa Wentz Show - Fearless Communication Skills Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:54:08 -0400 https://lisawentzshow.com en-us © 2026 Lisa Wentz Show - Fearless Communication Skills yes 297f80d2-9c36-5123-8f8e-087af2be67ba Lisa Wentz episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) communication,communication skills,self-improvement,personal development,engaging conversation, public speaking Lisa Wentz https://storage.buzzsprout.com/60fi1iw68g0ksn7x2qlhflspzjg7?.jpg Lisa Wentz Show - Fearless Communication Skills https://lisawentzshow.com John Scott: On Camera Charisma, Looking and Sounding Your Best John Scott: On Camera Charisma, Looking and Sounding Your Best In this episode you will learn how to be bring out your natural charisma and authenticity while speaking into a camera. In this fun, upbeat discussion, John Scott shares his experiences from working with on camera coaching, public speaking and vocal development. 

]]> In this episode you will learn how to be bring out your natural charisma and authenticity while speaking into a camera. In this fun, upbeat discussion, John Scott shares his experiences from working with on camera coaching, public speaking and vocal development. 

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-10489118 Sat, 23 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0700 1284 on-camera speaking, video presentations, webinar coaching, coaching, public speaking 2 2 full false Dr. Patrick Gannon: Conquering Performance Anxiety Dr. Patrick Gannon: Conquering Performance Anxiety "The speakers who aren't responding to the standard techniques might have multiple sources of underlying anxiety" In this episode you will hear from Dr. Gannon about the most successful clinical methods available to conquer your performance anxiety. We cover in detail EMDR therapy for performance, brainscripting and beta blockers. 

]]> "The speakers who aren't responding to the standard techniques might have multiple sources of underlying anxiety" In this episode you will hear from Dr. Gannon about the most successful clinical methods available to conquer your performance anxiety. We cover in detail EMDR therapy for performance, brainscripting and beta blockers. 

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/episodes/ Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-10182705 Thu, 03 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0800 1890 public speaking, anxiety, speech anxiety, EMDR, 2 1 full false Christine Berg interviews Lisa Wentz: What makes a great speech great? Christine Berg interviews Lisa Wentz: What makes a great speech great? In this episode you will learn...why delivering a great speech is achievable for everyone. How to deliver an important speech with little time to prepare. Tips on measuring success delivering an on line presentations versus in person.  Why knowing how to overcome obstacles is vital...because we ALL have them. How to replace negative thoughts with more accurate, supportive thoughts.

]]> In this episode you will learn...why delivering a great speech is achievable for everyone. How to deliver an important speech with little time to prepare. Tips on measuring success delivering an on line presentations versus in person.  Why knowing how to overcome obstacles is vital...because we ALL have them. How to replace negative thoughts with more accurate, supportive thoughts.

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-9068856 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 14:00:00 -0700 1605 Public Speaking, Motivational Speaker, Leadership, Executive Coach, Rhetoric, Keynote 1 20 full false Christine Berg: Developing your unique, authentic voice through Linklater training. Christine Berg: Developing your unique, authentic voice through Linklater training. "The voice doesn't respond well to being manhandled" In this episode you will learn...Vocal techniques for the speaking voice,  how imagery works for storytelling, how to reduce the symptoms of nervousness even when we can't eliminate them, how to make a presentation fun by connecting to your content and why embracing  your unique voice is a revolutionary act.  

]]> "The voice doesn't respond well to being manhandled" In this episode you will learn...Vocal techniques for the speaking voice,  how imagery works for storytelling, how to reduce the symptoms of nervousness even when we can't eliminate them, how to make a presentation fun by connecting to your content and why embracing  your unique voice is a revolutionary act.  

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8944131 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0700 1185 Authenticity, Vocal Techniques, Linklater, Speech, Voice, presentation skills 1 19 full false Rebecca Linquist: Accent Reduction, Empowerment and Presence Rebecca Linquist: Accent Reduction, Empowerment and Presence "The process informs you but does not define you"
In this episode you will learn: Why accent reduction programs need to be customized to each client.  Why it's necessary to trust the process will take you through various stages until you get the end result. What the most common misconceptions about the work are. How to shift your mindset from focusing on changes needing to be made to focusing on what you are gaining. 

]]> "The process informs you but does not define you"
In this episode you will learn: Why accent reduction programs need to be customized to each client.  Why it's necessary to trust the process will take you through various stages until you get the end result. What the most common misconceptions about the work are. How to shift your mindset from focusing on changes needing to be made to focusing on what you are gaining. 

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8934321 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:00:00 -0700 1225 Accents, Dialects, Coaching, Accent reduction, executive presence, 1 18 full false Adam Hodges: Political discourse; when words trump politics Adam Hodges: Political discourse; when words trump politics Dr. Adam Hodges takes us on a fascinating, in-depth journey into the influence of language games, plausible deniability, gaslighting and literal meaning versus pragmatic meaning...and how we affect listeners with language regardless of good and evil intent. 

]]> Dr. Adam Hodges takes us on a fascinating, in-depth journey into the influence of language games, plausible deniability, gaslighting and literal meaning versus pragmatic meaning...and how we affect listeners with language regardless of good and evil intent. 

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8809866 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0700 1409 linguists, politics, Trump, Communication Skills, rhetoric 1 17 full false John Baron Interviews Lisa Wentz. 'When are You Ready to Engage Your Audience?' Part 2 John Baron Interviews Lisa Wentz. 'When are You Ready to Engage Your Audience?' Part 2 “No one is persuaded or influenced by someone pretending to be someone else” In this behind-the-scenes interview John and Lisa explore the mindset that goes into mastering the art of public speaking. You will learn how to make significant changes in a short time by changing your mindset, investing in your content, and delivering with fearless authenticity.

]]> “No one is persuaded or influenced by someone pretending to be someone else” In this behind-the-scenes interview John and Lisa explore the mindset that goes into mastering the art of public speaking. You will learn how to make significant changes in a short time by changing your mindset, investing in your content, and delivering with fearless authenticity.

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8727039 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0700 1389 Public Speaking, Motivational Speaker, Leadership, Executive Coaching, Rhetoric, Master Speaker 1 16 full false John Baron: Master Alexander Technique Teacher Interviews Lisa Wentz. Part 1 John Baron: Master Alexander Technique Teacher Interviews Lisa Wentz. Part 1 "Most important thing a coach can do is empower the client" In this behind the scenes interview John and Lisa explore the training that goes into mastering the art of public speaking coaching. You will learn what knowledge transfer is, how to use it and how to find the right coach for you.

]]> "Most important thing a coach can do is empower the client" In this behind the scenes interview John and Lisa explore the training that goes into mastering the art of public speaking coaching. You will learn what knowledge transfer is, how to use it and how to find the right coach for you.

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8660003 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0700 1304 public speaking, coaching, Alexander Technique, Master coach, Speeches, keynotes, TEDtalks 1 15 full false Sally Clawson: Everything you need to know to become a successful voice over actor Sally Clawson: Everything you need to know to become a successful voice over actor In this episode you will learn: What steps you need to take to become a successful voice over actor. What narration, character and commercial voice over actors do and who hires them.  What agents look for in your audition and demo reel. How COVID-19 changed the landscape but not the work. The challenges and the vast rewards that come with this career.

]]> In this episode you will learn: What steps you need to take to become a successful voice over actor. What narration, character and commercial voice over actors do and who hires them.  What agents look for in your audition and demo reel. How COVID-19 changed the landscape but not the work. The challenges and the vast rewards that come with this career.

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8620809 Mon, 31 May 2021 17:00:00 -0700 1939 Voice Over, Acting School, Acting Training, Commercial, Narration, Documentary voice over, Voice One 1 14 full false John Bowe: Author of 'I Have Something to Say Mastering the Art of Public Speaking in an Age of Disconnection' John Bowe: Author of 'I Have Something to Say Mastering the Art of Public Speaking in an Age of Disconnection' "People who know how to express themselves tend to be happier, make more money and have better relationships" In this episode you will learn....how overcoming the fear of public speaking can change your life.  How to change your mindset from public speaking as a necessary evil  to embracing the opportunities to connect and engage with others. 

]]> "People who know how to express themselves tend to be happier, make more money and have better relationships" In this episode you will learn....how overcoming the fear of public speaking can change your life.  How to change your mindset from public speaking as a necessary evil  to embracing the opportunities to connect and engage with others. 

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/john-bowe-author-of-i-have-something-to-say-mastering-the-art-of-public-speaking-in-an-age-of-disconnection/ Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8534909 Mon, 17 May 2021 09:00:00 -0700 1930 John Bowe, Public Speaking, Public Speaking Training, Toastmasters, 1 13 full false Dex Hunter-Torricke: Head of Communications for Facebook & Instagram's Oversight Board Dex Hunter-Torricke: Head of Communications for Facebook & Instagram's Oversight Board "Speeches are an invitation to change the world" In this episode you'll hear insights from one of the Tech industry's most successful speechwriters. Former head of communications for Google, Dex spent several years writing for Eric Schmidt and Larry Page. Dex shares his process as a writer for his own speeches and others. Including how to bring out the most valuable aspects of a speech and how to collaborate under pressure.

]]> "Speeches are an invitation to change the world" In this episode you'll hear insights from one of the Tech industry's most successful speechwriters. Former head of communications for Google, Dex spent several years writing for Eric Schmidt and Larry Page. Dex shares his process as a writer for his own speeches and others. Including how to bring out the most valuable aspects of a speech and how to collaborate under pressure.

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8445755 Sun, 02 May 2021 15:00:00 -0700 2099 Dex Torrcke-Barton, Speech Writer, Speech Writing, Communications, Zuckerberg, Eric Schmidt, Oversight Board, Executive Speechwriter 1 12 full false Anne Devereux Mills: Entrepreneur, Public Speaker and Founder of Parlay House Anne Devereux Mills: Entrepreneur, Public Speaker and Founder of Parlay House In this episode, we will explore...the differences between how we communicate in the corporate world versus social interactions. How to create camaraderie. How to find frameworks of conversations that are inclusive. Effective ways to call out uncomfortable behaviors with empathy.  “People want to talk about the things they can't talk about in other parts of their lives”- Anne Devereux Mills

]]> In this episode, we will explore...the differences between how we communicate in the corporate world versus social interactions. How to create camaraderie. How to find frameworks of conversations that are inclusive. Effective ways to call out uncomfortable behaviors with empathy.  “People want to talk about the things they can't talk about in other parts of their lives”- Anne Devereux Mills

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/anne-devereux-mills-entrepreneur-public-speaker-and-founder-of-parlay-house/ Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8363912 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0700 1662 Public Speaking, Motivational Speaker, Leadership, Corporate Language, Women's Studies, Meetings, Communication Skills 1 11 full false Kathleen Antonia Tarr: Founder of the Getting Played Symposium on Equity in the Entertainment Industry and Awards Kathleen Antonia Tarr: Founder of the Getting Played Symposium on Equity in the Entertainment Industry and Awards In this episode, we will explore what it means to tap your own talents, to find your voice not only as literal communication but also as an expression of what you want to say to the world and what ultimate contribution you want to make.

]]> In this episode, we will explore what it means to tap your own talents, to find your voice not only as literal communication but also as an expression of what you want to say to the world and what ultimate contribution you want to make.

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8320291 Mon, 12 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0700 1734 Equity, Entertainment Industry, Kathleen Antonia Tarr, Public Speaking, Communication Skills 1 10 full false Caroline Goyder: London's Most Sought After Public Speaking Coach Caroline Goyder: London's Most Sought After Public Speaking Coach “It all starts with a sense of ease, breath and presence in the body" - Goyder

In this episode you will learn:

  • How to start overcoming self doubt and unravel false or limiting beliefs
  • The danger of trying to work out the world through the brain (leaving the body behind)
  • Neuro Linguistic Programming: when and how to use it for growth
  • What the four speaker archetypes are and how they affect audiences
  • How to start writing your most important speech
  • Which speakers inspire and why
]]> “It all starts with a sense of ease, breath and presence in the body" - Goyder

In this episode you will learn:

  • How to start overcoming self doubt and unravel false or limiting beliefs
  • The danger of trying to work out the world through the brain (leaving the body behind)
  • Neuro Linguistic Programming: when and how to use it for growth
  • What the four speaker archetypes are and how they affect audiences
  • How to start writing your most important speech
  • Which speakers inspire and why
]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/episodes/ Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8271104 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0700 2112 public speaking, Neuro Linguistic Programming, Speeches, Alexander Technique, Acting Training, Brene Brown, 1 9 full false Valerie Gilpeer Co-Author 'I've Been Buried Under Years Of Dust: A Memoir of Autism and Hope'  Valerie Gilpeer Co-Author 'I've Been Buried Under Years Of Dust: A Memoir of Autism and Hope'  “I have been buried under years of dust and now I have so much to say.”  Born with nonverbal autism, these were the first words twenty-five-year-old Emily Grodin ever wrote.  In this episode we explore communication techniques to help bridge the gap between verbal and non-verbal speakers, how to listen to non verbal clues and examine our bigotry towards people with disabilities. 

]]> “I have been buried under years of dust and now I have so much to say.”  Born with nonverbal autism, these were the first words twenty-five-year-old Emily Grodin ever wrote.  In this episode we explore communication techniques to help bridge the gap between verbal and non-verbal speakers, how to listen to non verbal clues and examine our bigotry towards people with disabilities. 

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/valerie-gilpeer-co-author-ive-been-buried-under-years-of-dust-a-memoir-of-autism-and-hope/ Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8235218 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0700 2234 Autism, Communication Skills, Poetry, Poet, Disability, 1 8 full false Jan Haydn Rowles: Emmy Award Winning Accent & Dialect Coach Jan Haydn Rowles: Emmy Award Winning Accent & Dialect Coach In this fun and upbeat episode you will learn; Jan's lessons learned from coaching actors for Game of Thrones, Mortal Engines, and 30 years of theatre, film and television work. How to get the best results as a coach in high stress, pressure filled situations. How to prioritize what you can control, give up what you can't and how empathy plays a part in your success as a coach. 


]]> In this fun and upbeat episode you will learn; Jan's lessons learned from coaching actors for Game of Thrones, Mortal Engines, and 30 years of theatre, film and television work. How to get the best results as a coach in high stress, pressure filled situations. How to prioritize what you can control, give up what you can't and how empathy plays a part in your success as a coach. 


]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8147688 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:00:00 -0700 2278 Accents, Dialects, Coaching, Game of Thrones, Standard English, Film, Television 1 7 full false Dr. Susannah Baldwin: "Women, Language & Power" Dr. Susannah Baldwin: "Women, Language & Power" This interview is packed with insightful communication strategies to replace old habits that don't serve you. In this illuminating episode you will learn....how to align your use of language with what you want.  What direct versus indirect assertiveness looks like. How to master calling out people who interrupt or talk over you.  

]]> This interview is packed with insightful communication strategies to replace old habits that don't serve you. In this illuminating episode you will learn....how to align your use of language with what you want.  What direct versus indirect assertiveness looks like. How to master calling out people who interrupt or talk over you.  

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/dr-susannah-baldwin-leadership-coach-women-language-power/ Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8094227 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0800 1910 Public Speaking, Motivational Speaker, Leadership, Executive Coach, Rhetoric, Empowerment 1 6 full false Anna Malaika NtiAsare-Tubbs: Author, Public Speaker and Activist Anna Malaika NtiAsare-Tubbs: Author, Public Speaker and Activist  In this episode you'll hear Anna discuss her groundbreaking new book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. We take a deep dive into evaluating these three amazing speakers, their similarities and differences as communicators with specific reference to style, pacing, gravitas and grit. 

]]>  In this episode you'll hear Anna discuss her groundbreaking new book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. We take a deep dive into evaluating these three amazing speakers, their similarities and differences as communicators with specific reference to style, pacing, gravitas and grit. 

]]> Lisa Wentz Buzzsprout-8037008 Fri, 26 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0800 1464 public speaking, MLK, Malcom x, James Baldwin, Gravitas, Communication 1 5 full false Rick Alan Ross: Cult Expert, Deprogrammer, and author of 'Cults Inside Out' Rick Alan Ross: Cult Expert, Deprogrammer, and author of 'Cults Inside Out' “It’s all about control, not education, not understanding.”

Rick unveils how cult leaders use language, gaslighting and coercion techniques to gain unlimited power over unsuspecting, trusting individuals.  As listeners we learn how to reach out to loved ones suffering from the abuse of a malignant narcissist. In this interview, with an abundance of empathy, Rick speaks directly to the victims of cult indoctrination and the victims of abusive romantic relationships.

]]> “It’s all about control, not education, not understanding.”

Rick unveils how cult leaders use language, gaslighting and coercion techniques to gain unlimited power over unsuspecting, trusting individuals.  As listeners we learn how to reach out to loved ones suffering from the abuse of a malignant narcissist. In this interview, with an abundance of empathy, Rick speaks directly to the victims of cult indoctrination and the victims of abusive romantic relationships.

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/copy-of-dr-deborah-tannen-americas-most-respected-linguist/ Rick Alan Ross Buzzsprout-7577722 Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0800 2633 Rick Alan Ross, Cults, Narcissist, Interventions, Communication Skills, Outreach, full false Marcus Chambers: Olympian Hopeful and Motivational Speaker Marcus Chambers: Olympian Hopeful and Motivational Speaker “They thought because I was Black and fast that I enjoyed having low academic achievement”

Marcus describes his initial successes, failures and what brought him back to success on the field, in academics and as a professional speaker. This interview is chalked full of great public speaking tips for young speakers, athletes and anyone who refuses to accept society's race and gender expectations.

]]> “They thought because I was Black and fast that I enjoyed having low academic achievement”

Marcus describes his initial successes, failures and what brought him back to success on the field, in academics and as a professional speaker. This interview is chalked full of great public speaking tips for young speakers, athletes and anyone who refuses to accept society's race and gender expectations.

]]> Marcus Chambers Buzzsprout-7577671 Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0800 2111 Marcus Chambers,Public Speaking, Motivational Speaker, Track, Olympics, Toastmasters 3 full false Alex Kantrowitz: Host of Big Tech Podcast, CNBC on air Contributor Alex Kantrowitz: Host of Big Tech Podcast, CNBC on air Contributor “Freedom of speech and freedom of consideration are not mutually exclusive.”

Alex gives clear, concise answers on how we can stop the spread of misinformation on social media. What responsibilities the tech giants can use to encourage more informed conversations on social media. And his own journey from behind-the-scenes journalist to on camera CNBC contributor and public speaker.

]]> “Freedom of speech and freedom of consideration are not mutually exclusive.”

Alex gives clear, concise answers on how we can stop the spread of misinformation on social media. What responsibilities the tech giants can use to encourage more informed conversations on social media. And his own journey from behind-the-scenes journalist to on camera CNBC contributor and public speaker.

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/alex-kantrowitz-host-of-big-tech-podcast-author-of-always-day-one/ Alex Kantrowitz Buzzsprout-7577608 Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0800 2238 Alex Kantrowitz full false Dr. Deborah Tannen: America’s Most Respected Linguist, Author of 13 Books Including 'You Just Don’t Understand,' 'Talking 9 to 5: Women and Men in Conversation,' 'The Argument Culture: Stopping America's War of Words' Dr. Deborah Tannen: America’s Most Respected Linguist, Author of 13 Books Including 'You Just Don’t Understand,' 'Talking 9 to 5: Women and Men in Conversation,' 'The Argument Culture: Stopping America's War of Words' “I research all the different ways we say what we mean.”

On this inaugural episode of The Lisa Wentz Show, Dr. Tannen takes us on an in-depth journey into conversational styles, the differences between status and connection, pacing and pausing and how the many different ways we speak affects listeners. 

Today's conversation sheds light on both gender and cultural communication differences, and offers how-to's on balancing the desire to understand and appreciate our differences while remaining true to our authentic selves.

]]> “I research all the different ways we say what we mean.”

On this inaugural episode of The Lisa Wentz Show, Dr. Tannen takes us on an in-depth journey into conversational styles, the differences between status and connection, pacing and pausing and how the many different ways we speak affects listeners. 

Today's conversation sheds light on both gender and cultural communication differences, and offers how-to's on balancing the desire to understand and appreciate our differences while remaining true to our authentic selves.

]]> https://lisawentzshow.com/dr-deborah-tannen-americas-most-respected-linguist/ Dr. Deborah Tannen Buzzsprout-7547173 Thu, 28 Jan 2021 16:00:00 -0800 2441 Deborah Tannen,linguist,linguistics,conversational styles,gender,cultural communication,speaking,listening 1 full false