{"podcast":{"title":"Speaker Dynamics | Leadership, Communication & Public Speaking","slug":"speaker-dynamics-leadership-communication-public-speaking-6774867","podcast_index_feed_id":6774867,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/speakerdynamics/feed.xml","website_url":"http://www.speakerdynamics.com/","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17498989/Speaker_Dynamics_CoverArt_12072023_rsxhvr.png","author":"Karin Reed | Communication Expert for Leaders","episode_count":61,"summary":"Have you ever been captivated by a great speaker and wondered how they make it look so effortless? Trust me, while it may look effortless, it likely took a lot of effort to get there. How do I know? Because I’ve helped thousands of coaching clients take their speaking skills from bland to “bravo!”, and I’m ready to help you too. In this twice monthly podcast, I’ll teach you how to deliver a message with impact – whether you are pitching an idea to investors, charging up your team at sales kickoff, or seeking to influence a decision by your board. In 30 minutes or less, you’ll hear actionable tips from me and my expert guests on how to close that deal, inspire your team to excellence, and own any room.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-14T14:18:36.514353+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/speaker-dynamics-leadership-communication-public-speaking-6774867"},"episode":{"title":"EP48: Eliminating Filler Words When... uh... Speaking | Speaker Tip Spotlight","slug":"ep48-eliminating-filler-words-when-uh-speaking-speaker-tip-spotlight","published_at":"2026-01-27T05:01:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/speaker-dynamics-leadership-communication-public-speaking-6774867/ep48-eliminating-filler-words-when-uh-speaking-speaker-tip-spotlight","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/speaker-dynamics-leadership-communication-public-speaking-6774867","url":"https://speakerdynamics.podbean.com/e/ep48-filler-words-when-uh-speaking-speaker-tip-spotlight/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/yqhi843eac2whcxe/EP48_Filler_Words_When_uh_Speaking_Speaker_Tip_Spotlight7aoop.mp3","summary":"If you are serious about eliminating filler words, you have to notice them before your audience does. When listeners start counting your “um’s” and “like’s” instead of tracking your ideas, your executive presence and leadership communication both suffer. This solo episode launches Speaker Tip Spotlight, a short-form series focused on practical strategies for speaking with confidence and communicating with influence. The first topic tackles eliminating filler words and why they show up so often in high-stakes moments, especially in public speaking for leaders. Karin Reed explains what filler words actually signal, when they become a distraction, and how eliminating filler words at key transitions can instantly strengthen your delivery. Polished presentation skills and effective presentations are not about talking more. They are about control. You will learn how eliminating filler words improves business storytelling, sharpens memorable messaging, and supports stronger communication for leaders. With simple tools like self-recording and visual cues, eliminating filler words becomes less about self-criticism and more about awareness and intention. When you focus on eliminating filler words, you create space for clarity, authority, and confident communication to lead the way. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Why Eliminating Filler Words Strengthens Your Impact 02:15 Why Short, Focused Speaking Tips Work 04:05 What Filler Words Really Are And Why We Use Them 06:10 When Filler Words Pull Focus From Your Message 07:45 Why Eliminating Filler Words In Their Entirety Is The Wrong Goal 09:10 How To Replace Filler Words With Intentional Pauses 11:05 Using Awareness To Reduce Filler Words Naturally 13:20 Learning Communication Skills Through Speaker Dynamics University Connect with Karin R…","meta_description":"If you are serious about eliminating filler words, you have to notice them before your audience does. When listeners start counting your “um’s” and “like’…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":811,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/speaker-dynamics-leadership-communication-public-speaking-6774867/episodes/ep48-eliminating-filler-words-when-uh-speaking-speaker-tip-spotlight/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/speaker-dynamics-leadership-communication-public-speaking-6774867/ep48-eliminating-filler-words-when-uh-speaking-speaker-tip-spotlight.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}