Unforgettable Presentations
Darren LaCroix, Mark Brown
100 episodes
Attention experienced corporate presenters, public speakers, professional speakers and pastors.
More about the show
Do you want to deliver a good, a great or an unforgettable presentation?
Get insights from behind the scenes on some of the most unforgettable presentations ever delivered.
√ What's the story behind the presentation? √ Where did the idea come from? √ How did they prepare it? √ How did they execute it?
Join World Champions of Public Speaking, Mark Brown & Darren LaCroix. They have been world-class speaking coaches for over a decade and have trained presenters in over 14 countries. You'll love their chemistry and wisdom.
What will you hear? Some episodes will be rock-solid content, some episodes will be interviews with presenters who delivered an unforgettable presentation.
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Ep. 324 ARE WE HAVING FUN YET?
The business of speaking can bring myriad complications and stressors. But in the midst of all that, Darren and Mark offer a reminder to enjoy the privilege of the speaking experience. Remaining joyful despite all…
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Ep. 323 IT'S NOT THE SPEECH YOU GIVE...
It's easy to present principles, practices, and procedures, but the value is diminished when the speaker lacks experience. Today, Mark and Darren talk about the significance of bringing the lessons learned from your…
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Ep. 322 WHAT COMEDIANS KNOW THAT SPEAKERS DON'T WITH CHRIS MCGUIRE
Speakers often open a speech with a greeting, a story, a strong statement, or a question. However, comedians use a technique that many speakers haven't mastered. Humorist, Hollywood producer, and Stage Time faculty…
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Ep. 320 "WORTH THE RISK" WITH TAYLOR CANDELLA
Would you be willing to face an international audience of thousands with a clear message about personal faith? Today, Mark and Darren talk with a man who did just that in the 2025 World Championship of Public…
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Ep. 321 SOUL ON FIRE MOVIE WITH JOHN O'LEARY
Imagine a life-threatening tragedy, a miraculous fight for recovery, later speaking to more than 2,700 global audiences, and then the international release of a major motion picture about your life. That's the story…
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Ep. 319 "EXCUSE MY SLIDE, BUT…"
Perhaps you've heard a speaker say something like, "Excuse my slide!" Today Darren and Mark talk frankly about why speakers make excuses for poor slides and offer firm suggestions for preparing and presenting…
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Ep. 318 LAST STORY STANDING WINNER MICHELLE HUTCHINGS-MEDINA
What does it take to win the National Speakers Association's LAST STORY STANDING competition? Today, Mark and Darren get answers from the 2025 winner, Michelle Hutchings-Medina. She shares her journey, her process,…
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Ep. 317 AI AND YOUR SPEECH WRITING?
The use of AI has become prevalent, but how much should you use AI to develop and present your speech? Today, Mark and Darren are joined by their fellow World Champion and Certified Speaking Professional, Ed Tate, as…
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Ep. 316 "BUT I SPEAK FROM THE HEART…"
Darren freely admits that early in his career, he resisted writing out his presentations because he always spoke from the heart. In this brief episode, he and Mark discuss the value of speaking from the heart, and the…
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Ep. 315 IS IT TOO LATE TO BE GREAT?
When is it too late to start a speaking career? Today Mark and Darren discuss this question with Julia Nicholson and Maria Garaitonandia, both mature presenters, at the beginning of their speaking careers. They talk…
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Ep. 314 IS YOUR TRAINING UNFORGETTABLE?
"Can't I just add a couple of exercises to my keynote and create a killer training program?" Over the past two decades, Darren and Mark have heard that question numerous times, and the short answer is "No." Today,…
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Ep. 313 DO YOU ATTRIBUTE
Well-chosen quotations, song lyrics, poetry and statistics can enhance any presentation. However, it's important to attribute the sources and let our audiences know the sources for validation. If we don't attribute, we…
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Ep. 312 YOU ARE THE AVERAGE OF…WITH JULIA NICHOLSON
Jim Rohn is often quoted as saying, "You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with." Today Mark and Darren speak with Julia Nicholson, a former executive who finds value in Jim's words. She is…
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Ep. 311 MORE RHETORICAL DEVICES
In this second and final conversation about RHETORICAL DEVICES, Mark and Darren once again review Mark's winning Toastmasters speech, identifying ways that RHETORICAL DEVICES enhanced his presentation. THIS IS PART TWO…
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Ep. 310 DO YOU USE RHETORICAL DEVICES?
RHETORICAL DEVICES are language tools that help presenters to be more compelling and memorable…and there are more than forty such devices. Darren examines Mark's Toastmasters World Championship-winning speech, and…
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Ep. 309 7 STEPS TO UNFORGETTABLE - PART 6
You've worked hard on your presentation and it's time to rehearse for readiness. In this episode in the series on their book DELIVER UNFORGETTABBLE PRESENTATIONS, Mark & Darren share tips for adding the final touches…
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Ep. 308 7 STEPS TO UNFORGETTABLE - PART 5
Impactful presentations are memorable, and today Darren and Mark share techniques for adding this final touch to your presentation before taking it to the platform. This episode covers Step #6: MAKE IT UNFORGETTABLE.…
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Ep. 307 7 STEPS TO UNFORGETTABLE - PART 4
A weak presentation closing can dilute your message and at worst, nullify your impact. In Part 4 of this series, Mark and Darren explore both principles for a solid closing, and mistakes that inexperienced presenters…
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Ep. 306 7 STEPS TO UNFORGETTABLE - PART 3
"Open STRONG!" This is Darren's advice in Part 3 of this series as he and Mark explain the 'WHY' and the 'HOW' behind an unforgettable presentation's opening. This episode covers Step #4: CREATE YOUR STRONG OPENING…
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Ep. 305 7 STEPS TO UNFORGETTABLE - PART 2
In Part 2 of this series, Darren and Mark discuss the importance…and the benefits…of having a world-class presentation structure. This episode covers Step #3: STRUCTURE THIS! SNIPPETS: • The 'Tell them, tell them,…
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Ep. 304 7 STEPS TO UNFORGETTABLE - PART 1
An unforgettable presentation requires an unforgettable process. Today Mark and Darren begin breaking down their 7-Step speech process, laid out in their book DELIVER UNFORGETTABLE PRESENTATIONS. This episode covers…
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Ep. 303 TOP 10 MISTAKES - PART 2
In Part 2 of their conversation about the Top Ten Mistakes, Darren and Mark talk with Stage Time University faculty member Mike Davis about mistakes #5 through #1 in the countdown. SNIPPETS: • Identify the…
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Ep. 302 TOP 10 MISTAKES - PART 1
Over the years Darren and Mark have made…and seen…several mistakes. Today they're joined by Stage Time University faculty member Mike Davis as they discuss the mistakes they see most often…even after 30+ years of…
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Ep. 301 PREPPING FOR THE ROAD
At some point in your speaking career, you will have to travel…sometimes overseas…and it's important to be prepared. Proper preparation includes getting ready for your presentation, and more. Darren and Mark break down…
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Ep. 300 YOUR VIDEO INTRO?
Perhaps you've seen a poor introduction, or a well-written one poorly delivered. In this episode, Mark and Darren give insight into the power of a video introduction and share two examples to show how a good video…
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Ep. 299 ACCELERATE YOUR BOOKINGS WITH LINKEDIN – RICHARD BLISS
LinkedIn has become the business 'go-to' platform, but many users haven't been using it properly. Today, Mark and Darren talk with LinkedIn expert Richard Bliss about the mistakes and best practices for maximizing…
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Ep. 298 THE 11TH HOUR
Webster's Dictionary defines The 11th Hour as "the latest possible time before it's too late." Today Darren and Mark give examples of 11th hour speaking situations and offer advice on how to be unforgettable by…
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Ep. 297 WHAT LANDED?
When reviewing their speech recordings, speakers often look for what DIDN'T go well. Today, Mark and Darren invite you to focus on the positive, and to look first for what LANDED. This will help you to identify your…
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Ep. 296 THE POWER OF THE RE-WRITE
Have you considered re-writing one of your previous stories? In today's episode, Darren and Mark encourage you to examine your previous presentations with the goal of improving, enhancing, and re-writing. A re-write…
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Ep. 295 "NARRA-LOG?"
How do you find a balance between narration and dialog? NARRA-LOG! Like one of Mark and Darren's clients, you may think, "That sounds like a NARROW LOG!" Today our co-hosts talk about bridging the gap between too much…
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Ep. 294 "BETTER" MINDSET
Darren and Mark encourage their clients to review their scripts and ask, "How can I say this better with fewer words?" Today they discuss how having a better mindset can transform your presentation, improve your…
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Ep. 293 NEED A BREAKTHROUGH?
At some point, you may feel stuck in your business, doing the same thing over and over, without any measurable progress. Today Mark and Darren have an off-the-cuff discussion about ways to get breakthroughs on your…
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Ep. 292 WHAT KEEPS YOU FROM GETTING BOOKED WITH JENNIFER LIER
We all want to get booked but we often lack the skills and knowledge to land the gig…on the best terms. Speaker bureau executive Jennifer Lier sits down with Darren and Mark to reveal the obstacles that keep you from…
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Ep. 291 GET FOUND GET SEEN GET BUSINESS WITH FORD SAEKS
To get more business, your prospects need to know you exist. Today, Mark and Darren talk with Hall-Of-Fame speaker and million-dollar business growth innovator Ford Saeks Ford offers practical, business building wisdom…
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Ep. 290 YOUR UNFORGETTABLE IMAGE WITH JERRY METELLUS
Your headshot is a critical component in your marketing material. So how do you look your best, and BE your best on camera? Darren and Mark get answers from Las Vegas-based celebrity photographer Jerry Metellus as they…
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Ep. 289 BE UNFORGETTABLE IN THE MEDIA WITH PILAR ORTIZ
A media interview is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your expertise and serve a broader audience. How can you get the opportunity, and what should you do to maximize that opportunity? In today's episode, Mark and…
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Ep. 288 YOUR VOICE WITH MILLIAN QUINTEROS
Your voice is your instrument, so how do you keep it in top shape? Today, Darren and Mark sit down with Millian Quinteros, a voiceover artist, audio producer, podcast consultant, and voice care/maintenance coach. Using…
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Ep. 287 ARE YOU TOO CLOSE?
Mark says, "One man's mundane is another man's magnificent." We sometimes fail to see the magnificence in our stories because we're too close to them. Today Darren and Mark explain why we may be too close, and suggest…
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Ep. 286 PREPARATION MOTIVATION!
What can be the motivation to go 'all in' as you prepare to deliver your next presentation? Mark and Darren look at the motivation for preparation and explain the value of a presentation walkthrough…with a live…
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Ep. 285 YOUR BACK POCKET SPEECH?
What is a 'back pocket speech?' When do you need it? How do you use it? All good questions! Darren and Mark provide answers…and ideas for making your 'back pocket speech' unforgettable. SNIPPETS: • It's not if…but…
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Ep. 284 WOULD YOU SAY THAT?
Sometimes speeches sound…well…speechy! Darren and Mark challenge you to examine your content and offer advice for ensuring that your authenticity shines through in every presentation. SNIPPETS: • Be conversational •…
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Ep. 283 CAN YOU SMELL THAT?
Our senses can play a significant part in giving our audience an unforgettable experience. Today, Mark and Darren talk about the power of the sense of smell and share how you can use it effectively in your stories.…
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Ep. 282 COMMUNICATE UNFORGETTABLY WITH LEE COATE
Delivering presentations every week is challenging…no doubt about it. Delivering to the same audience every week magnifies that challenge. How can you be unforgettable in those circumstances? Today Lee Coate provides…
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Ep. 281 CONNECT THROUGH THEIR CHALLENGES?
Your audience wants to know that you 'get' them. Today Mark and Darren examine ways to connect with your audience, identify their challenges, and help solve their problems. SNIPPETS: • Audiences appreciate your…
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Ep. 280 YOUR BEST YEAR YET?
Can you 'up your game' in 2025 make it your best year yet? Darren and Mark offer solid suggestions for upgrading your program, your presentation, and your presence in the marketplace. Applying these principles and…
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Ep. 279 DELIVERING YOUR SENSITIVE STORY WITH SMOKE WALLIN
What does it take to deliver an extremely sensitive and emotional story, and why would you do it in the first place? Darren and Mark get answers from 'serial entrepreneur' CEO Smoke Wallin as he explains why he shared…
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Ep. 278 CONFIDENCE?
Confidence. Every presenter needs it, especially when facing an unresponsive audience or dealing with the unexpected. In today's episode, Mark and Darren provide strategies for building your confidence and delivering…
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Ep. 277 CAN THEY SEE YOUR STORY?
Your audience can hear your story, but can they SEE it? Today Mark and Darren explore ways that you can prompt your audience to go beyond just hearing your story, to experiencing it...right at the beginning. These…
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Ep. 276 NOT ENOUGH CONTENT?
Maybe you're an emerging speaker, and you don't think you have enough content. Perhaps you're experienced and have been delivering the same material for a long time. Where do you find more content? Darren and Mark…
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Ep. 275 AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE WITH BRIAN BIRO
Illustrations can be powerful; they give your audience a memorable experience. How do you create and execute an experience that has 4,000 people on their feet, actively participating, and leaving transformed? Brian…
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