How to present science
Presentation skills for technical experts and scientists. Get insights and practical tips to ensure your knowledge resonates with your audience and makes impact. Host Marloes ten Kate is a presentation trainer and has trained thousands of speakers worldwide. She is a former science journalist and worked for radio and television programs for the public broadcaster in the Netherlands. She has been a teacher in presentation techniques at the Technical University in Delft and is co-founder of Scientific Storytelling, based in the Netherlands.
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- Update frequency
- every 29 days
- Average duration
- 28 minutes
- Episodes
- 13
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
13. Stage anxiety: build a friendly connection
When you’re presenting, it can feel like your audience is just a wall of motionless eyes, which can be pretty intimidating. You might want to avoid eye contact, but actually creating a genuine connec…
12. Stage anxiety: avoid blackouts
Do you dread the moment when stage fright takes over and your mind goes blank? This episode offers practical strategies to cope with the most stressful moment on stage: the start. Discover how a well…
11. Stage anxiety: how to stay calm
Do you feel nervous when presenting to an audience? Stage fright is a common experience, so you’re certainly not alone. The good news is that your nerves don’t have to hold you back. In fact, you can…
10. Three engaging ways to start a presentation
9. Is jargon providing you status?
Is using jargon giving you more status? Common advice suggests avoiding jargon during presentations, as it can make it harder for your audience to grasp the information. However, some speakers want t…
8. Should your story inspire or warn people?
Every good story has a sudden moment of change. It is the most fundamental, important part of any good story. When done properly, this moment underlines the importance of your work. You are able to e…
7. The pitfall of trying to reach everyone
Trying to reach "everyone" with your message can be counterproductive. While it’s tempting to create content for a broad audience, doing so can dilute your impact. Instead, discover the power of targ…
6. The 4 steps to make a story that resonates
Learn how to craft science stories that truly resonate with your audience and align with your goals. You'll cover four essential steps: defining the purpose of your story, ensuring it has a clear key…
5. Find the ultimate hero of your story
Delve into the art of storytelling to make science more relatable by choosing the right main character. Discover how to choose the perfect main hero for your narrative. You will learn about the fun s…
4. Craft effective summaries: avoid the pitfall many presenters overlook
3. Storytelling: an introduction
2. Great presentations start with the key message
1. Begin with the end in mind
Before crafting your talk or writing, consider two questions first: What is there to gain for you? What is there to gain for your audience? There are multiple ways to think about this. Doing so will …