Magazine - Buckley School of Public Speaking

Magazine Archive - July 2025

July 30, 2025

Young Speakers, Good Ideas, and Older Audiences

Audiences love their energy and ease with what's new. So, why might young presenters struggle to connect? More important, what can they do about it?

Advice Challenge: 'Speak from the heart'

Public Speaking , Presentation Tips

Not all public speaking advice is created equal. Let's take a look at why "speak from the heart" may not be the most inspired choice for presenters.

Poem to Read Aloud: Sir Walter Scott sends a message

Resources , The Buckley Experience , Poems to Read Aloud

Reading poetry out loud can help your public speaking. And if you've been among the unlucky this summer, this poem may help you feel better about that crummy vacation rental.