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Martin Luther King Jr, the Jewelry Genius, and the Art of Public Speaking

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Art of Oratory and Its Challenges

This chapter explores Martin Luther King Jr.'s early experiences and his dedication to public speaking, reflecting on a transformative bus journey that influenced his identity. It also examines the neurological aspects of improvisation in communication, contrasting King's meticulous preparation with the unpredictability highlighted by Gerald Ratner's infamous speech.

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