Professional Certificate in Improving Articulation for Space Public Speaking
Published on June 18, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Joining us today is Dr. Teresa Witz, a communication expert and instructor for the Professional Certificate in Improving Articulation for Space Public Speaking. Dr. Witz, welcome to the show. GUEST: Thank you, it's great to be here. HOST: Let's start off by talking about articulation. It's key for impactful space public speaking. How have you seen articulation impact public speaking? GUEST: Clear articulation greatly enhances the speaker's message by ensuring the audience can easily understand the content. It boosts credibility and improves overall communication. HOST: That's true. Now, this course is designed for scientists, engineers, and space professionals. What challenges do they usually face regarding articulation and public speaking? GUEST: Many in this field are so focused on the data that they forget to communicate it effectively. Common challenges include speaking too fast, using jargon, or not engaging the audience enough. HOST: I can see how that would be a problem, especially when speaking to a diverse audience. Let's talk about techniques for effective delivery and audience engagement. What are some practical strategies you teach? GUEST: We focus on techniques like storytelling, using analogies, and varying speech rate, volume, and pitch. We also teach participants to analyze their audience and tailor their message accordingly. HOST: Those sound like valuable skills. What current industry trends are relevant to this course? GUEST: Virtual and remote presentations are increasingly popular, so we emphasize techniques for clear verbal and non-verbal communication in those formats. We also cover strategies for handling technical issues during presentations. HOST: That's very forward-thinking. How do you see this area or industry evolving in the future? GUEST: With more international collaboration in space exploration, there's a growing need for effective intercultural communication skills. We're preparing professionals to excel in those diverse settings. HOST: That's fascinating. Dr. Witz, thank you for sharing your insights and experiences with us. GUEST: My pleasure, thank you for having me. HOST: This was Dr. Teresa Witz, instructor for the Professional Certificate in Improving Articulation for Space Public Speaking. Learn more about the course and enroll today at our website. Thanks for listening.
