Trying with Emma Barnett

Trying with Emma Barnett

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The one thing people forget to do when telling a story

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Emma Barnett
Sep 26, 2025
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In this new series on chat - the thing I am in the business of as a live broadcaster - I am going to share some of the techniques and moves I see people use. And that I deploy too - in the daily thrust of this thing called conversation. I hope it is useful as you go into your weekends and take part in this daily sport. And where relevant - helps you up your game.

Apart from heights, there is still one thing that instils more fear in most: public speaking.

Depending on what sentiment study you choose or opinion poll, fears can differ, but speaking in front of others routinely rates as one of the activities people are most terrified of.

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