Episode 220: April 12th, 2026
Episode Summary
Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.
Winston Churchill
Wishing everyone who celebrates Orthodox Easter a very Happy Easter!
The topic of public speaking in episode 220 was inspired by a Debate and speech competition that I was a Judge for recently. The competitors were youth in junior and senior high school.
With many youth and adults fearing public speaking, I believe this is a great topic for me to share resources to help overcome that fear.
Fear of public speaking is a common form of anxiety. It can range from feeling a little nervous to extreme fear and panic. You may try not to speak publicly, or you may do so with trembling hands and a shaky voice. But by preparing, practicing and getting help if needed, you can overcome your fear.
Resources for Youth
https://4hab.com/communication/
https://aircadetleague.com/effective-speaking-program/
Resource for Adults
An effective speaker knows that the success or failure of his talk is not for him to decide - it will be decided in the minds and hearts of his hearers.
Dale Carnegie
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About Glenda:
Glenda speaks to inspire, to connect, and to motivate. As a Public Speaker and Speaking Coach, she teaches people how to engage others through the use of her 3 C’s; Community, Compassion, and Communication.
Currently you can find her on her own podcast and radio show where she talks about her experiences, her journey, and how she applies her 3 C’s to her everyday life to create a Compassionate Tomorrow.
Glenda also presents at a variety of speaking events, including keynotes, workshops, and coaching seminars to connect and engage with those around her more personally. She strives to captivate her audience with confidence, sincerity, and of course; a little humour. She speaks with authenticity and listens louder.