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The Speaker's Edge

Roddy Galbraith
The Speaker's Edge
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  • The Speaker's Edge

    070: Mastering Audience Engagement: The Fun Side of Effective Communication

    29/06/2026 | 14 mins.
    Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! 

    In this episode, Roddy Galbraith shares a behind-the-scenes look at the International Maxwell Conference, featuring a powerful and heartfelt clip from John Maxwell himself. He highlights the impact of blending experience with intuition to create memorable and engaging moments with an audience. Listeners gain insight into the art of connecting with audiences authentically to communicate with them effectively.
  • The Speaker's Edge

    069: Why No One Is a Natural Speaker and How Mastery Changes Everything

    22/06/2026 | 18 mins.
    Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! 

    In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores why no one is born a natural speaker and how honing your craft transforms the journey to professional speaking. He shares seven key transitions that guide communicators from amateur to professional, focusing on responsibility, repetition, and the continual pursuit of mastery. He encourages listeners to shift their mindset from seeking perfection to becoming lifelong learners who continually refine their skills for the benefit of their audience. The episode offers practical advice and inspiring insights for anyone looking to grow as a speaker and make a greater impact.
  • The Speaker's Edge

    068: Show, Don't Tell: Secrets to Designing Memorable Audience Moments

    15/06/2026 | 35 mins.
    Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! 

    In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores the shift from simply delivering information to creating memorable experiences for audiences. He shares six powerful secrets for moving from telling to showing, including the importance of moments, stories, relevance, and well-timed pauses. Roddy also explains how variety in delivery and authentic humor can capture attention and accelerate trust. Listeners will gain practical strategies to design presentations that leave a lasting impact and foster deeper audience connection.
  • The Speaker's Edge

    067: Lessons from TEDx: One Speaker's Path to Impactful Leadership Talks

    08/06/2026 | 34 mins.
    Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! 

    In this episode, Roddy Galbraith and Kelly Merbler discuss the journey of becoming a successful speaker and the unique challenges and rewards of delivering a TEDx talk. Kelly shares her personal story of persistence, preparation, and growth, offering listeners actionable tips for staying committed to their goals even in the face of rejection. They explore the importance of aligning personal values with speaking opportunities and the power of authentic storytelling in impactful communication. The episode offers practical strategies for aspiring speakers and valuable insights on building a lasting legacy through leadership and service.
  • The Speaker's Edge

    066: Building Trust With Your Audience

    01/06/2026 | 30 mins.
    Visit MaxwellLeadership.com/Speak to learn more about the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team! 

    In this episode, Roddy Galbraith explores the critical transition from credibility to trust for speakers aiming to earn real influence with their audiences. He explains why true trust forms through consistency and reliability over time and shares practical secrets that help speakers avoid the trap of relying on high-energy moments, by aligning promises with actions. Listeners will gain actionable strategies to transform their speaking approach, deliver meaningful experiences, and become speakers their audiences can rely on.
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About The Speaker's Edge
Welcome to "The Speaker's Edge" podcast, where we're devoted to helping you master your message and inspire your audience every time you speak. Whether you're a speaker, coach, author, or entrepreneur, this podcast is your home for advancing your communication skills. With years of experience as a professional speaker and speaker trainer, your host, Roddy Galbraith, as worked alongside top communicators, including John Maxwell. Each week, in about 35 to 40 minutes, we'll share practical tools and insights drawn from training thousands of speakers globally. We're kicking off our first episode with how anyone can develop unshakable self-confidence as a speaker. I hope you can join us and find your speaker's edge!
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