Teach the Geek Podcast - public speaking for technical professionals

Maynard Okereke is a man of many talents. A civil engineer by training, he’s also a science communicator, developing Hip Hop Science, which fuses music and science to engage the general public. In addition, he has his own line of vegan seasoning salts and even dabbles in marketing. We chatted about all his varied interests. To learn more about Maynard, check out: https://www.hiphopscienceshow.com/ https://chickensalt.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9D3bhlzAhywjSFj5iArsBA/ @hiphopscienceshow (FB and IG) TEACH THE GEEK teachthegeek.com youtube.teachthegeek.com teachthegeek.slack.com @teachthegeek (FB and Twitter) @_teachthegeek_ (IG)

Jared, a 2nd time guest, stopped by with his associate, Nick Suell, to talk about the exciting things Kylar.io has been up to since his last visit. Here's a hint: Korean is involved.  Visit kylar.io to learn more about Jared and the company's mission. TEACH THE GEEK: teachthegeek.com anchor.fm/teachthegeek teachthegeek.slack.com @teachthegeek (Twitter) @teachthegeek (FB) @_teachthegeek_ (IG)

My guest, Moiya McTier, is pursuing a PhD in Astronomy. She doesn’t just do science, though, she speaks about it, too. And adds comedy to it somehow. Who knew science could be funny? It was great to speak with her and find out what she wants to do with science communication after she graduates. Find out more about Moiya at https://www.moiyamctier.com/ TEACH THE GEEK teachthegeek.com youtube.teachthegeek.com teachthegeek.slack.com @teachthegeek (Twitter) @_teachthegeek_ (IG) @teachthegeek (FB)

I was keen to speak with Iris Wagstaff based on her work at American Association for the Advancement of Science. Her job is to increase participation in STEM, quite the undertaking. I was interested to find out more about the initiatives she works with to achieve that goal and how public speaking factors into that.  To get in touch with Iris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iris-r-wagstaff-ph-d-57140717/ TEACH THE GEEK teachthegeek.com youtube.teachthegeek.com teachthegeek.slack.com @teachthegeek (Twitter) @teachthegeek (FB) @_teachthegeek_ (IG)

I comment on an article by Brian Tracy listing ways to overcome the fear of public speaking. Knee bends are involved somehow... Full article: https://www.briantracy.com/blog/public-speaking/27-useful-tips-to-overcome-your-fear-of-public-speaking TEACH THE GEEK teachthegeek.com youtube.teachthegeek.com teachthegeek.slack.com @teachthegeek (Twitter) @teachthegeek (FB) @_teachthegeek_ (IG)

Written by Dorie Clark; tip by Mike Michalowicz; approved by Teach The Geek  Full article at https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/business/trends-and-insights/articles/5-public-speaking-tips-from-the-pros TEACH THE GEEK teachthegeek.com youtube.teachthegeek.com teachthegeek.slack.com @teachthegeek (FB) @teachthegeek (Twitter) @_teachthegeek+ (IG)

Here are my thoughts on an article I read by Amy George writing for Inc. Magazine. I never really thought of grammar when it came to public speaking, but I do now! Check out the full article at https://www.inc.com/amy-george/7-grammar-hacks-to-elevate-your-writing-public-speaking.html   TEACH THE GEEK   teachthegeek.com  youtube.teachthegeek.com @teachthegeek (Twitter)  @teachthegeek (FB)  @_teachthegeek_ (IG)

Betty Liu, writing for Inc Magazine, offers 10 tips to become a better public speaker. But it's tip #7 that really resonated with me. Check out the full article at https://www.inc.com/betty-liu/8-simple-ways-to-become-a-more-impressive-public-speaker.html   TEACH THE GEEK   teachthegeek.com  youtube.teachthegeek.com @teachthegeek (Twitter)  @teachthegeek (FB)  @_teachthegeek_ (IG)

Matt Johnson studied neuroscience, got a PhD, and works as a professor. He also had an interest in business, though, and found a way to merge the two. He's now penning a book about it, due out in 2020. I chatted with him about what motivated him to study neuroscience, where business comes into his career journey, and how public speaking figures into it all.  Check out Matt's blog and learn more about his book, "BLINDSIGHT: The (Mostly) Hidden Ways Marketing Reshapes Our Brains", at popneuro.com. TEACH THE GEEK: teachthegeek.com @teachthegeek (Twitter) @_teachthegeek_ (IG) @teachthegeek (FB) youtube.teachthegeek.com

Mechanical engineer Tiffani Teachey and I both want everyone to know that STEM is for everyone. To that end, we both put out children's books. Her book, What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z, calls out various STEM careers based on the first letter. Could Z be anything other than zoologist? I think not.  To learn more about Tiffani's book, visit tiffaniteachey.com/books TEACH THE GEEK teachthegeek.com @teachthegeek (Twitter) @_teachthegeek_ (IG) @teachthegeek (FB) youtube.teachthegeek.com askuncleneil.com (My children's book)