Episode

Even serious topics can spark big laughs. Li Hayes and improv veteran Pat Dwyer reveal how to use comedy and performance skills to turn any talk into a memorable, audience-engaging experience.

Even top speakers wrestle with doubt. Li Hayes and Owen Fitzpatrick explore the psychology behind confidence, growth, and why the best speakers never stop challenging themselves.

Talent alone won’t skyrocket your speaking career. Li Hayes and Lamar Tyler reveal the systems, investments, and behind-the-scenes hustle that turn speakers into headliners.

Li Hayes and Christina Daves reveal how a $24,000 PR scam turned into national media exposure—and the real path to visibility for emerging speakers.

Think there’s a shortcut to a thriving speaking career? Think again. In this Season 3 kickoff episode, Li Hayes breaks down the real work behind landing bigger stages—and why the fundamentals still matter most.

Freddie Ravel joins Li Hayes to reveal how melody, rhythm, and non-verbal communication elevate speaking and leadership far beyond words alone.

A TEDx stage can transform your speaking career or stall it before it starts. Li Hayes and TEDx coach John Bates reveal the hidden rules, biggest mistakes, and what it really takes to land and leverage a TEDx talk.

Li Hayes and Ramon Ray cut through the hype around AI in professional speaking—and reveal why human connection still wins every time.

Your “great keynote” might not be helping your speaking career at all.
Li Hayes sits down with Michael Port to uncover the real levers of speaker success, from rehearsal to craft to compound interest on every stage you earn.

Li Hayes busts the myths stalling your speaking career and shows what actually works in professional speaking—books aren’t shortcuts, simple WordPress sites win, and strong video content always helps you stand out.