Episode #234 - This latest episode of The Presentation Podcast is hosted by Troy and Lori Chollar of TLC Creative Services! They offer expert insights into PowerPoint templates. Clarify what defines a true template (versus a set of slides), discuss the technical and design elements that ensure consistency and branding during a presentation, and highlight common pitfalls and misconceptions.

Their conversation covers best practices for template development and the importance of behind-the-scenes formatting preset. Join the conversation for advice on the value of fully featured PowerPoint templates, and how help create polished, consistent, and effective presentations!

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In episode 233 of The Presentation Podcast the hosts talk about deploying PowerPoint templates across an organization can be a nightmare. They are joined by guests Jamie Garroch and Hannah Harper of BrightCarbon to discuss "Brandin" - a PowerPoint add-in that centralizes templates, assets, and brand resources for easy access and management in a seamless interface all within PowerPoint. Jamie and Hannah explain how Brandin streamlines template distribution, enhances brand consistency, and empowers agencies, designers and corporate users to access PowerPoint templates and assets to create on-brand presentations efficiently. Listen now!

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Episode #232; It is October, and Halloween, and scary things happen. For The Presentation Podcast, it is a perfect time to gather a group of presentation design experts and hear presentation stories that are funny, terrifying, or something that quote, "should not be done in PowerPoint". Join Troy and Lori of TLC Creative Services as they talk with a group of our presentation colleagues. You get to hear amazing presentation stories that make us groan, shudder, or burst out laughing! Click play to the Halloween haunts now!

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Episode #231, I am excited to dive into the evolving world of AI with David Fortin on our latest episode! Yes, overall we are in an awkward phase of AI adoption. David and I focus primarily on how Microsoft Copilot is reshaping the landscape of workflows with so many elements now able to be connected; Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams meetings and file. We also talk about creating better AI prompts and the exciting future of Copilot's memory and persona features. Catch these insights and more in this episode!

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Episode #230 - In this latest episode, hosts Troy, Sandy, and Nolan are joined by Rick Altman, director of The Presentation Summit. They discuss the upcoming Summit (October 19th-22nd 2025), its array of guest speakers and engaging sessions. Rick shares behind-the-scenes insights and announces a special $75 registration discount, exclusively for The Presentation Podcast listeners. Listeners can find more details and show notes on The Presentation Podcast website!

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Episode #229, In this episode of The Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy Chollar, Nolan Haims, and Sandy Johnson explore where to learn PowerPoint and slide design. They discuss a wide range of resources, including online tutorials, webinars, training programs, professional organizations, books, webinars, conferences and communities. The overall takeaway, the importance of hands-on experience. The hosts also highlight key industry experts, and provide a robust list of options for mastering both the technical and creative aspects of presentation design.

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Episode #228, In this episode of The Presentation Podcast, the hosts are joined by Bethany Auck, founder of SlideRabbit, for a candid and insightful conversation. The group reflect on the past decade of transformation in presentation design. They also talk with Bethany about the journey of building SlideRabbit and its recent acquisition and transition to new ownership. Listen now!

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Episode #227 - In this episode of The Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, and Nolan Haims chat with guest Jody Wissing – a truly energetic and creative presentation designer! They talk about how everyday experiences, travel, and even advertising inspire presentation design and storytelling. Jody shares her tips for simplifying slides, engaging audiences, and using AI as a creative tool. Plus the importance of tailoring content to the audience, the value of storytelling (even in "boring" business topics) and how inspiration truly is everywhere! Join us and listen now.

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Episode #226, In this episode of "The Presentation Podcast," the hosts, plus guests Julie Terberg and Lori Chollar, dive into the art of typography in PowerPoint slide design. We discuss the differences between fonts and typography, share practical tips for font pairing, and address PowerPoint's limitations compared to professional design software. We also explore sources of design inspiration, have advice on spacing and alignment, and recommend resources for improving typographic skills.

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Episode #225. This episode of The Presentation Podcast dives deep into the role of typography in PowerPoint presentations. The hosts discuss font selection, line and paragraph spacing, alignment, visual hierarchy and more. Plenty of practical tips and frustrations of typography formatting within PowerPoint are shared, along with comparing PowerPoint's features to other advanced design and desktop publishing tools. Solutions to common text formatting challenges in PowerPoint are also a big part of the conversation…because effective typography is essential for clear, professional, and engaging presentations.

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