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15. Um, ah, sort of, like, you know?
Um, yeh, pretty much, this episode is all about, like, filler words. I explain why we use them, when they become an issue and of course how to, like, get them under control.
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14. Doctors said "you'll never speak again" to NIAMH SULLIVAN
Niamh generously shares her inspiring story about how she went from being told she'd never speak again to living her dream as a TV news reporter.
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13. That's my voice? Ew, *cringe*
Most people shudder at the sound of their own voice. Why is that? In this episode I share three big benefits to recording your voice and playing it back - once you get over the cringe factor!
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12. Tune into your voice - a Singapore special with JOE AUGUSTIN
From a studio in Singapore, local broadcaster JOE AUGUSTIN describes the power of the microphone, how sounding good can be a battle against instinct and why he wishes the world was more about THE VOICE.
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11. Do you sound your age?
Can you pick people's age on the phone? Have you been told you sound older or younger? On my birthday weekend I explore how age affects your voice, and what you can do to slow the vocal ageing process.
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10. Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking - ROSY HELBIG
Do you pay attention when the pilot comes over the PA? Maybe you will from now on! In this episode, First Officer Rosy Helbig explains the critical role of voice in flying, why jargon matters and the reactions she...
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9. Mmm yes that sweet sound of competence
Want to sound smart? Like you really know your sh*t? Want to stop mumbling? Then take a trip to the speech gym with me - and warning: there will be weird noises!
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8. A lesson in "teacher voice" with MISS ANNIE FARRUGIA
I chat with primary teacher Miss Annie Farrugia about how her years of voice training have set her up for success in the classroom.
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7. How to get pitch perfect
Reckon your voice is too high-pitched? I suspect you're just living in the stratosphere. In this episode I explain how to bring your pitch back down to earth, and regain your vocal power.
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6. The versatility of voice with BILL MCDONALD
From presenting TV news to auctioning a house, from character voice overs to calling AFL, from media training to MC'ing a wedding, Bill McDonald explains the importance of his voice - and why NOW is the time to...
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5. Breathing? Yeh, you're probably doing it wrong
Oxygen fuels our voice - are you one of the people speaking on almost empty? In this episode I give you a quick lesson on how to inspire yourself - literally.
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4. Why a fit body is vital for a fit voice with ANNA MCMANAMEY
Fitness goddess ANNA MCMANAMEY opens up about her battle with anorexia, reveals the big lesson that saved her from injuring her voice and explains how group fitness instructors can still talk while you're a sweaty...
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