Episodes 13
Avg. Duration 28m
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Since Feb 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2025

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Presentation skills for technical experts and scientists. Get insights and practical tips to ensure your knowledge resonates with your audience and makes impact. Host Marloes ten Kate is a presentation trainer and has trained thousands of speakers worldwide. She is a former science journalist and worked for radio and television programs for the public broadcaster in the Netherlands. She has been a teacher in presentation techniques at the Technical University in Delft and is co-founder of Scientific Storytelling, based in the Netherlands. 


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S1E13 13. Stage anxiety: build a friendly connection

Mar 03, 2025 17m

When you’re presenting, it can feel like your audience is just a wall of motionless eyes, which can be pretty intimidating. You might want to avoid eye contact, but actually creating a genuine…

S1E12 12. Stage anxiety: avoid blackouts

Feb 04, 2025 22m

Do you dread the moment when stage fright takes over and your mind goes blank? This episode offers practical strategies to cope with the most stressful moment on stage: the start. Discover how a…

S1E11 11. Stage anxiety: how to stay calm

Jan 06, 2025 34m

Do you feel nervous when presenting to an audience? Stage fright is a common experience, so you’re certainly not alone. The good news is that your nerves don’t have to hold you back. In fact, you can…

S1E10 10. Three engaging ways to start a presentation

Dec 02, 2024 18m

The first few sentences of any presentation are the most crucial. This is when the audience forms their first impression: Will this be interesting? In the first moment of a talk they decide whether…

S1E9 9. Is jargon providing you status?

Nov 04, 2024 20m

Is using jargon giving you more status? Common advice suggests avoiding jargon during presentations, as it can make it harder for your audience to grasp the information. However, some speakers want…

S1E8 8. Should your story inspire or warn people?

Sep 30, 2024 28m

Every good story has a sudden moment of change. It is the most fundamental, important part of any good story. When done properly, this moment underlines the importance of your work. You are able to…

S1E7 7. The pitfall of trying to reach everyone

Sep 02, 2024 26m

Trying to reach "everyone" with your message can be counterproductive. While it’s tempting to create content for a broad audience, doing so can dilute your impact. Instead, discover the power of…

S1E6 6. The 4 steps to make a story that resonates

Jul 02, 2024 24m

Learn how to craft science stories that truly resonate with your audience and align with your goals. You'll cover four essential steps: defining the purpose of your story, ensuring it has a clear key…

S1E5 5. Find the ultimate hero of your story

Jun 03, 2024 36m

Delve into the art of storytelling to make science more relatable by choosing the right main character. Discover how to choose the perfect main hero for your narrative. You will learn about the fun…

S1E4 4. Craft effective summaries: avoid the pitfall many presenters overlook

May 06, 2024 24m

A good summary is a very valuable part of every presentation. However, many (even seasoned) speakers provide summaries that are ineffective. In this episode, you will discover a common pitfall…

S1E3 3. Storytelling: an introduction

Apr 01, 2024 25m

As a scientist or science communicator it can be hard to explain your knowledge in a way everyone understands. Storytelling is a great tool to bridge this gap and connect with your audience. It…

S1E2 2. Great presentations start with the key message

Mar 09, 2024 44m

It may sound like weird advice, but a great presentation actually starts with the end. The end of a talk usually is the conclusion or take-home message. By sharing that part already at the start, you…

S1E1 1. Begin with the end in mind

Feb 06, 2024 51m

Before crafting your talk or writing, consider two questions first: What is there to gain for you? What is there to gain for your audience? There are multiple ways to think about this. Doing so will…

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