# How to think fast and talk smart (w/ Matt Abrahams)

An episode of [How to Be a Better Human](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1544098624), 13 Jul 2026, 42 min.

Audio: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/67572b3b2dd88df13220eb3b/e/6a4e6ff8a9ae84f58fdb79f8/media.mp3

Matt Abrahams is a communication expert who teaches strategic communication at Stanford University, hosts the podcast Think Fast Talk Smart, and wrote the new book Think Faster, Talk Smarter. In this episode, he joins Chris to share his insights on mastering communication on the spot. From breaking down the four-step format on how to give an excellent speech to identifying which peers would be most effective as your test audience, Matt’s tips demonstrate the clues you can use to help you communicate better and deliver messages worth remembering. Featured guest • Follow Matt Abrahams on Instagram, LinkedIn, and at https://mattabrahams.com/ Connect with the team • Follow Chris on Instagram and at chrisduffycomedy.com • Buy Chris’ book, Humor Me • Watch How to Be a Better Human videos on YouTube at TEDPods • Follow TED on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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