PowerSpeaking Podcast

In this episode, you’ll gain priceless insights and advice about how to become a more powerful presenter and communicator. CEO Carrie Beckstrom and PowerSpeaking’s long-time facilitators and coaches John Warren and Melinda Henning share their expert wisdom.

In this episode, you’ll gain insights into the power of emotional intelligence. Learn what it is, what it isn’t, and and how to elevate your EQ at work.

Panelists Include:

Andrea Hoban: EdTech Co-Founder,

Join host CEO Carrie Beckstrom PowerSpeaking, Inc.’s Brian Moore and Jess Rogers as they deconstruct talks that shined and some that, well, didn’t. You’ll see examples of brilliant brevity, clarity, and presence, and some that will show you what not to do.

Speakers Covered in this Episode:

UCF AI commencement booing

Carnegie Mellon 2026 commencement

“Peppa Pig” CBI speech

“The Danger of a Single Story”

Michael Bay CES teleprompter walk-off

Michelle Obama tribute to Barack Obama

In this episode, you’ll learn how to effectively communicate in ways that genuinely influence others, build executive trust, and why the ultimate communication habit is learning to lead with your answer up front.

Panelists Include:

Libby Magliolo: Professor, Southern Methodist University & Founder/CEO, The Slide Master

Ready to bridge the generational divide at work? Join us for our next Live! conversation as Carrie and Katherine break down the distinct communication styles, values, and digital preferences of boomers, Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z. You'll walk away with actionable strategies to turn these age-gap differences into team strengths, unlocking a more collaborative, high-performing workplace.

Panelists Include: 

Dr. Katherine Jeffery: Founder, GenShift

In this episode, we continue the discussion, sharing more concrete tips on how to build and maintain trust through the way you communicate.

Panelists Include:

Michelle and Dennis Reina, authors of the book “The Art of Trust Building.”

In this episode, we share how to build and maintain trust through the way you communicate.

Joining Carrie Beckstrom, PowerSpeaking CEO, in conversation are Michelle and Dennis Reina, authors of the book “The Art of Trust Building.”

In this episode, we explore how to be a more confident speaker with thorough preparation, managing nerves, connecting with your audience, and more.

Panelists Include: 

Amy Furber: PowerSpeaking Facilitator

Ralf Wolter: PowerSpeaking Facilitator

In this podcast, we’ll join host CEO Carrie Beckstrom and her expert panelist, Gwen Acton, PhD, author of “Leadership for Scientists and Engineers,” as they explore strategies and concrete actions to help leaders and managers of technical teams model clear, confident, and effective communication.

If ever there was a time to seek guidance in charting (or changing) your career course, the AI era is it. Join us for our first PowerSpeaking Live! of 2026, as host CEO Carrie Beckstrom and her expert panelist, Shveta Miglani, PhD, author of “Navigating Your Career,” share invaluable insights and advice for making smart career moves in these uncertain—and yet exciting—times.

Panelist:

Shveta Miglani, PhD: HR Talent Leader/Learning & Development Executive and Author of "Navigate Your Career: Strategies for Success for New Roles and Promotions."