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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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Contrasting Moments in Public Speaking

This chapter examines the stark contrast between Martin Luther King's impactful speech and Gerald Ratner's disastrous address to business leaders. It analyzes the preparation behind King's message and the fallout from Ratner's careless humor, drawing important lessons on the consequences of public speaking.

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