Or do you call yourself an expert. I never do. In fact, I cringe when I hear someone say it about themselves. What does “expert” even...

Nicolas's talk in Oman on April 19, 2025

How to keep people listening to your presentation (for more than 10 minutes). In this video I explain that there is really only one thing...

Recent apologies from Pedro Sánchez and Elon Musk show us what a bad apology looks like. Spain’s Prime Minister said “I apologise” six...

Universe 25: Why Perfect Worlds Make Terrible Stories In the 1970s, researcher John B. Calhoun created Universe 25 — a utopia for mice....

Eurovision isn’t just sequins and smoke machines — it’s a masterclass in emotional messaging . From sweeping ballads to raw declarations...

Right now, the world is watching the Vatican, waiting for that puff of white smoke that signals: we have a new pope . It’s a...

In a world supposedly turning its back on Trump-style populism, Nigel Farage remains a political anomaly. His Reform party made...

When the world shut down during the pandemic, like many others, we had to pivot—fast. At Media Minds, that meant transforming a spare...

A few years ago, Helena interviewed tennis legend Andre Agassi live on stage. What was meant to be a playful, light-hearted conversation...

What a transport minister taught me about communication — without meaning to. I was on assignment for a British newspaper. The goal:...

Fear of public speaking is as old as public speaking itself. Even the great Roman orator Cicero , celebrated for his eloquence, knew the...

At a recent TEDx event in Oman, I found myself in an unexpected situation. Slated as the final speaker among 12, I hadn’t yet taken the...

Know Your Audience: A Lesson from Côte d’Ivoire One of the most crucial aspects of public speaking is understanding your audience and...

Think about your wardrobe. Over the years, you've added more and more clothes—new styles, new trends, new favourites. But how often do...

Public speaking doesn’t end when your speech does—handling questions effectively is just as important. Whether you're in a press...

​In public speaking, the strategic use of pauses can significantly enhance the impact of your message. Taylor Swift, renowned for her...

Oscar acceptance speeches are often packed with emotion, but not all of them leave the same impact. Two of the most memorable...

Forget about what to do with your hands, or how to control your voice. Forget about making nice slides. These things are important, but...

Storytelling isn’t just a tool for casual chats; it’s a powerful technique for making your ideas memorable and persuasive. In the...