Body Talk
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -Discover how to perform at your best at important events and gain the respect and results you deserve by confidently communicating. Join Richard Newman and Alina Jenkins as they interview communication experts worldwide.
Richard is an award-winning writer and founder of Body Talk. His team coaches clients globally on success in business meetings, pitches, presentations and speeches. Richard's books, 'You Were Born To Speak' and 'Lift Your Impact' are available on Amazon in hardback, audiobook and Kindle.
Alina Jenkins is a keynote speaker, executive coach and former BBC Presenter.
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The Traitors - what can we learn about communication from the hit BBC series?
January 23, 2024 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBThe BBC series The Traitors is the ultimate murder/mystery game which has gripped audiences not just here in the UK but around the world. The show follows a group of strangers who are brought together to compete in a series of challenges. But what they don't know is that some of them have been chosen as traitors by the producers, and their task is to deceive and sabotage the others without getting caught. The remaining contestants must work together to uncover the traitors and eliminate the...
Resilience, storytelling and creative peacebuilding
September 15, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode of the Body Talk podcast, we're talking about resilience, storytelling, and creative peacebuilding with a remarkable guest. Honey Al Sayed founded Honey&, a leading agency focused on human development and the visionary behind MAP – Media and Arts for Peace. Honey presented "Good Morning Syria" for seven years, captivating over 7 million listeners. But her path hasn't always been smooth. Displaced by war multiple times, Honey's journey is marked by resilience, determination,...
Working Through Conflict and Difficult Conversations
August 11, 2023 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBDo you ever feel tense and anxious when an important or difficult conversation arises? Do you then find it hard to express your thoughts and feelings? If this sounds familiar, Talib Fisher’s insights on working through conflict can help you understand how to approach disagreements and conflict at work and in your personal life. Talib is a therapist specialising in relational and trauma resolutions. In this episode of the Body Talk podcast, he shares his experiences of integrating understan...
Speak With Confidence: Strategies from a Voice Expert
May 02, 2023 15:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBThis episode of the Body Talk podcast is all about the power of your voice and how it can make or break your message. We've all experienced those moments when someone walks into a room and effortlessly captures everyone's attention with their voice. But how do they do it? And why do some people struggle to get their message across, even if they're saying all the right things? To answer these questions, Alina spoke to voice expert Emmanuella Grace. Emmanuella has a background in performance ...
Lift your Impact with Richard Newman
March 13, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBHere’s a special episode in our podcast series where the founder of Body Talk and this podcast series, Richard Newman, chats to Alina about his new book – Lift Your Impact! Richard has been running his own LIFT podcast alongside this series for well over a year and, at the same time, has been working on the book to support it. LIFT is all about getting yourself in a great place so you can lift yourself and others. The book is aimed at people from all walks of life who want to live a more ...
How To Nail Your Next Interview or Salary Negotation
December 12, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBIs 2023 the year you look to gain a promotion or find a new role? Perhaps you've been putting off that discussion about a salary increase. All of these situations require you to be at the top of your communication game because we all know interviews and salary negotiations can be a little uncomfortable and sometimes intimidating. Someone who has a wealth of insight into these areas is Don Gatewood. Don has led several non-profit initiatives in Detroit and Washington DC over the last 23 ye...
Leadership - Help Your Team and Yourself Thrive
November 07, 2022 17:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode of the Body Talk podcast, we’re talking about leadership and ways that you can flourish in a senior role and inspire your team. For anyone who is on the leadership path or has been on that journey, we know it’s tough. There are constant hurdles to overcome, not least from the pressures we put on ourselves. Susan Brady is the Deloitte Ellen Gabriel Chair for Women and Leadership at Simmons University in Boston and the first Chief Executive Officer of The Simmons University I...
From Neurodiversity To Neuroinclusion
October 20, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBThere's lots of talk these days about neurodiversity, and for good reason. As our understanding of the brain grows, we're beginning to see just how complex and varied it can be. But what does that mean for the workplace? How can businesses embrace neurodiversity and create an environment where everyone can thrive? Neurodiversity is the term used to describe the natural diversity of brain function and wiring. It includes conditions like ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and dyslexia. Many busi...
Staying Resilient in Difficult Times
October 05, 2022 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBThe COVID-19 pandemic has been a test of resilience for everyone. Loved ones have been lost, lives have been changed, and businesses have gone under. The global economy continues to be in flux, with rising inflation and energy bills putting pressure on finances. Many of us have had to grapple with the impact of the pandemic, and now there is the potential for further hardships and uncertainty ahead. But it is possible for businesses and individuals to weather this storm and come out stron...
Improve Your Speaking Voice
September 26, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBYour voice is a powerful tool – you can use it to motivate and inspire change in others. When we use our voice well in business, it can help us to connect with our audience and to get our message across with clarity and confidence. All sounds good, right? But many people don’t like the sound of their own voice. They might speak quietly, quickly, too high, or maybe monotone. If you're not confident about your voice, or you simply want to improve how you sound when speaking to an audience, t...
Conquering Imposter Syndrome
July 27, 2022 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBAt the age of 55, David Stone was a successful, internationally known marketing consultant pulling down a healthy six-figures. He was also living in his car. Not the “living in his car” as in the road warrior who keeps Hertz in business, but literally, every night pulling into the same highway rest stop, grabbing the pillow out of the back seat, and spending the night with his leg wrapped over the gearshift. How he got to this situation can be summed up in a few words: Anxiety. Self-doubt...
Media Training : Why It's Important For Your Business
June 20, 2022 18:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBMedia skills are more important than ever in today's business world. Effectively communicating with the media can make or break a company's reputation. Good media skills can help build positive relationships with the media, resulting in more favourable coverage. They can also help to avoid potential PR disasters. By training employees on how to handle media inquiries, companies can ensure that their message is always communicated effectively. In a rapidly changing world, media skills are ess...
The Secret To Success: Overcoming Self-Sabotage
April 25, 2022 18:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBYou may be familiar with the idea of self-sabotaging behaviours that can keep us trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and self-defeat. But what exactly is self-sabotage, and why do we do it? Self-sabotage can be defined as any behaviour or thought pattern that stands in the way of our success or happiness. Often, it is driven by our inner critic, the part of us that tells us we're not good enough, we don't deserve happiness, or we'll never achieve our goals. For some of us, self-sabotage may al...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 24
January 10, 2022 16:59 - 23 minutes - 23.5 MBWe've all had to adapt to different ways of working in the last few years. Initially, it was mastering the tech behind virtual communication and more recently this has expanded to hybrid interactions. It's been a tricky transition for many and there remains some discomfort around the idea of what hybrid is or isn't. Workers are disengaged or feel disconnected and there's a common complaint that ideas are not being heard because people feel excluded from the conversation. So, we thought h...
How To Have Better Hybrid Meetings
January 10, 2022 16:59 - 23 minutes - 18.1 MBWe've all had to adapt to different ways of working in the last few years. Initially, it was mastering the tech behind virtual communication and more recently this has expanded to hybrid interactions. It's been a tricky transition for many and there remains some discomfort around the idea of what hybrid is or isn't. Workers are disengaged or feel disconnected and there's a common complaint that ideas are not being heard because people feel excluded from the conversation. So, we thought how...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 23
December 13, 2021 12:38 - 20 minutes - 20.6 MBDo you have great ideas but struggle to get yourself heard? Or perhaps you say yes when you mean no? It could be you find it hard to assert yourself, and many of us find this a challenge. Yet, being more assertive can help you become a better communicator, reduce stress, and increase your confidence. Body Talk trainer Katy Lewis has been helping clients be more assertive for many years, and she shares some easy techniques to be more self-assured and decisive both at work and at home.
How To Be More Assertive
December 13, 2021 12:38 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBDo you have great ideas but struggle to get yourself heard? Or perhaps you say yes when you mean no? It could be you find it hard to assert yourself, and many of us find this a challenge. Yet, being more assertive can help you become a better communicator, reduce stress, and increase your confidence. Body Talk trainer Katy Lewis has been helping clients be more assertive for many years, and she shares some easy techniques to be more self-assured and decisive both at work and at home.
Improve Your Body Language And Communication Skills
September 08, 2021 12:02 - 35 minutes - 26.1 MBRichard Newman is the CEO of Body Talk and is an award-winning expert in Leadership Communication and Storytelling. He's taught body language techniques and communication skills for over 21 years, helping over 100,000 people worldwide improve their personal impact. He began his research and teaching in 1995 by living in a Tibetan monastery in India, teaching English. He then studied professional acting in London for three years. In this episode of the podcast, he explains why his early st...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 22
September 08, 2021 12:02 - 35 minutes - 34.2 MBRichard Newman is the CEO of Body Talk and is an award-winning expert in Leadership Communication and Storytelling. He's taught body language techniques and communication skills for over 21 years, helping over 100,000 people worldwide improve their personal impact. He began his research and teaching in 1995 by living in a Tibetan monastery in India, teaching English. He then studied professional acting in London for three years. In this episode of the podcast, he explains why his early...
How To Approach Conflict Resolution In Business
August 02, 2021 12:54 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBConflict resolution and the art of negotiation - situations which many of us avoid or even fear! Yet conflict is a healthy part of communication, especially in business. It shows your staff and colleagues you care about their needs. The ability to negotiate and resolve conflict can bring many positive changes, from stronger leadership and better decision making to building rapport and having more meaningful conversations. So, what is conflict resolution, and what are some of the strategie...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 21
August 02, 2021 12:54 - 42 minutes - 36 MBConflict resolution and the art of negotiation - situations which many of us avoid or even fear! Yet conflict is a healthy part of communication, especially in business. It shows your staff and colleagues you care about their needs. The ability to negotiate and resolve conflict can bring many positive changes, from stronger leadership and better decision making to building rapport and having more meaningful conversations. So, what is conflict resolution, and what are some of the strate...
Build A Deeper Connection With Your Clients Through Storytellin
July 06, 2021 16:38 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, Alina Jenkins talks to psychologist Dr Peter Hughes. Peter is the co-founder of leading digital marketing agency Cognition, and he’s appeared on TV many times, including Addicted to Pleasure with Brian Cox, the Secrets of Superbrands and the BBC’s One Show. He’s also an author and has recently been shortlisted for the 2021 business book awards for 65 Roses and a Trunki, Defying the Odds in Life and Business. He explains why it's so important to use storytelling in business...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 20
July 06, 2021 16:38 - 21 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode, Alina Jenkins talks to psychologist Dr Peter Hughes. Peter is the co-founder of leading digital marketing agency Cognition, and he’s appeared on TV many times, including Addicted to Pleasure with Brian Cox, the Secrets of Superbrands and the BBC’s One Show. He’s also an author and has recently been shortlisted for the 2021 business book awards for 65 Roses and a Trunki, Defying the Odds in Life and Business. He explains why it's so important to use storytelling in busine...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 19
May 26, 2021 07:50 - 37 minutes - 35.1 MBRobert McKee is the master of storytelling, he’s been lecturing and teaching it for over three decades. His former students include 63 Academy Award winners and 164 Emmy winners, and he is the author of what is now considered the screenwriters bible, Story. This was followed by Dialogue and his long awaited third volume in the trilogy, ‘Character’ has just been released. In this latest podcast with Alina Jenkins he explains how companies can harness the power of top screenwriters to crea...
Tips From The Master Of Storytelling, Robert McKee
May 26, 2021 07:50 - 36 minutes - 26.7 MBRobert McKee is the master of storytelling, he’s been lecturing and teaching it for over three decades. His former students include 63 Academy Award winners and 164 Emmy winners, and he is the author of what is now considered the screenwriters bible, Story. This was followed by Dialogue and his long awaited third volume in the trilogy, ‘Character’ has just been released. In this latest podcast with Alina Jenkins he explains how companies can harness the power of top screenwriters to create...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 18
May 21, 2021 10:08 - 23 minutes - 22.7 MBHow do you get your team in the best shape possible so you can deliver a great bid or business pitch with confidence and impact? Andy Williams and Katy Lewis are experts in helping teams prepare for critical pitches and in this podcast they discuss effective collaboration, the importance of being authentic and other top tips to make your presentation stand out!
Perfect Your Business Pitch
May 21, 2021 10:08 - 22 minutes - 17.5 MBHow do you get your team in the best shape possible so you can deliver a great bid or business pitch with confidence and impact? Andy Williams and Katy Lewis are experts in helping teams prepare for critical pitches and in this podcast they discuss effective collaboration, the importance of being authentic and other top tips to make your presentation stand out!
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 17
May 11, 2021 13:10 - 39 minutes - 37.1 MBDid you know it’s estimated around 1 in 7 people experience mental health problems in the workplace? Also, the Office of National Statistics suggests mental health problems have worsened across all age groups in the last year as Coronavirus has fuelled feelings of loneliness, anxiety and fears for the future. The 10th of May sees the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, and in this episode of our podcast Alina Jenkins is speaking with Simon Nichols from Thrive Mental Health and Wellbei...
Why Mental Health Awareness Is Crucial In Business
May 11, 2021 13:10 - 38 minutes - 28.2 MBDid you know it’s estimated around 1 in 7 people experience mental health problems in the workplace? Also, the Office of National Statistics suggests mental health problems have worsened across all age groups in the last year as Coronavirus has fuelled feelings of loneliness, anxiety and fears for the future. The 10th of May sees the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, and in this episode of our podcast Alina Jenkins is speaking with Simon Nichols from Thrive Mental Health and Wellbeing...
Improve Your Business Storytelling In 20 Minutes
May 04, 2021 11:35 - 23 minutes - 17.7 MBWhat’s your business story? Is it grabbing the attention of prospective clients? For some businesses the art of storytelling is a struggle. How do you take something which might be dry, complicated, or even dull and turn it into something which engages an audience and brings customers to your door? For many years, Darren Slade has been creating stories which get noticed. He’s a top business journalist and is currently Group Business Editor for the Daily Echo in Hampshire and Dorset. In ou...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 16
May 04, 2021 11:35 - 23 minutes - 23 MBWhat’s your business story? Is it grabbing the attention of prospective clients? For some businesses the art of storytelling is a struggle. How do you take something which might be dry, complicated, or even dull and turn it into something which engages an audience and brings customers to your door? For many years, Darren Slade has been creating stories which get noticed. He’s a top business journalist and is currently Group Business Editor for the Daily Echo in Hampshire and Dorset. In...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 15
April 18, 2021 13:01 - 24 minutes - 23.6 MBThe charity 'Mind' says we are currently living through a mental health emergency and according to the ONS, 57% of us have said our wellbeing has been affected by the COVID pandemic. In these stressful and uncertain times how can we keep our mental health in the best shape possible? In our latest podcast, Alina Jenkins talks to author and coach Terry Sidhu about meditation and how it can help you find peace, confidence and clarity in your life.
The Benefits of Meditation
April 18, 2021 13:01 - 24 minutes - 18.1 MBThe charity 'Mind' says we are currently living through a mental health emergency and according to the ONS, 57% of us have said our wellbeing has been affected by the COVID pandemic. In these stressful and uncertain times how can we keep our mental health in the best shape possible? In our latest podcast, Alina Jenkins talks to author and coach Terry Sidhu about meditation and how it can help you find peace, confidence and clarity in your life.
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 14
March 30, 2021 13:03 - 23 minutes - 22.7 MBWith a rise in virtual communication during the last year it's become so easy to connect with clients and colleagues wherever they are in world. But can we be sure our conversations and messages are always being understood and translated in the right way? In our latest podcast, Alina Jenkins speaks to intercultural communications specialist Desta Hailé about the importance of intercultural communication in business and what steps we can take to make sure all of our interactions are posit...
How To Communicate Effectively Across Cultures
March 30, 2021 13:03 - 23 minutes - 17.5 MBWith a rise in virtual communication during the last year it's become so easy to connect with clients and colleagues wherever they are in world. But can we be sure our conversations and messages are always being understood and translated in the right way? In our latest podcast, Alina Jenkins speaks to intercultural communications specialist Desta Hailé about the importance of intercultural communication in business and what steps we can take to make sure all of our interactions are positiv...
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 13
March 09, 2021 13:26 - 22 minutes - 22.5 MBHave you ever felt you don’t have the right skills to be in the job you are? Or you feel inadequate compared to those around you? If so, it could be imposter syndrome at work. So, how do you deal with that little voice inside your head and what can you do to remove self-doubt and become more capable, confident and visible? In our latest podcast we talk to business psychologist, Fiona Kearns, about your inner critic and what steps you can take to have confidence in your ability and adva...
How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome
March 09, 2021 13:26 - 22 minutes - 17.3 MBHave you ever felt you don’t have the right skills to be in the job you are? Or you feel inadequate compared to those around you? If so, it could be imposter syndrome at work. So, how do you deal with that little voice inside your head and what can you do to remove self-doubt and become more capable, confident and visible? In our latest podcast we talk to business psychologist, Fiona Kearns, about your inner critic and what steps you can take to have confidence in your ability and advanc...
How To Feel More In Control And Create A Positive Mindset
February 25, 2021 10:12 - 25 minutes - 19.3 MBJon Watkins, a Special Forces veteran and COO of the Resilience Training Company, talks through strategies you can use straight away to help you feel more in control, calm and confident.
Body Talk Podcast - Episode 12 - How to feel more in control and create a positive mindset
February 25, 2021 10:12 - 25 minutes - 25.1 MBJon Watkins, a Special Forces veteran and COO of the Resilience Training Company, talks through strategies you can use straight away to help you feel more in control, calm and confident
How To Build Rapport In A Virtual World
February 09, 2021 12:01 - 21 minutes - 16.6 MBBuilding rapport and relationships in the virtual world is more challenging than ever. How do you form a bond with someone you have never met in person? Katy Lewis shares her advice from over 20 years in luxury and automotive sales, with simple principles you can use to form more effective relationships, even if you have to do it through a screen.
Body Talk Podcast - Katy Lewis
February 09, 2021 12:01 - 21 minutes - 21.5 MBBuilding rapport and relationships in the virtual world is more challenging than ever. How do you form a bond with someone you have never met in person? Katy Lewis shares her advice from over 20 years in luxury and automotive sales, with simple principles you can use to form more effective relationships, even if you have to do it through a screen.
Body Talk Podcast - Virtual Events - how to make them more successful
January 05, 2021 10:59 - 32 minutes - 31.1 MBAre you running a virtual event or speaking at one? Hear from William Thomson who has been running virtual conferences since 2005, as he gives sage advice on how to make these events a success, plus the great benefits of virtual rather than physical events.
Virtual Events - How To Make Them More Successful
January 05, 2021 10:59 - 32 minutes - 23.6 MBAre you running a virtual event or speaking at one? Hear from William Thomson who has been running virtual conferences since 2005, as he gives sage advice on how to make these events a success, plus the great benefits of virtual rather than physical events.
Body Talk Podcast - Alina Jenkins on the power of visual aids
December 09, 2020 11:26 - 25 minutes - 24.9 MBAlina Jenkins has been a broadcaster on TV and radio for more than 20 years. She transforms incredibly complex scientific data into compelling slide shows to explain the global weather to a live international audience. Alina shares how you can make your visual aids more compelling and become a more engaging presenter.
The Power Of Visual Aids
December 09, 2020 11:26 - 25 minutes - 19.1 MBAlina Jenkins has been a broadcaster on TV and radio for more than 20 years. She transforms incredibly complex scientific data into compelling slide shows to explain the global weather to a live international audience. Alina shares how you can make your visual aids more compelling and become a more engaging presenter.
How To Communicate Confidently
October 17, 2020 12:04 - 29 minutes - 21.9 MBHow do you develop greater confidence in your communication skills to transform your results at work? Can you reduce the nerves and perform at your best when you need to? What are the techniques you need? Charlie Evans trained as an actor in New York and London, as well becoming a qualified psychotherapist. She has condensed years of experience to cherry pick the most important techniques that everyone can learn to communicate more effectively and confidently.
Body Talk Podcast - How to communicate confidently
October 17, 2020 12:04 - 29 minutes - 28.5 MBHow do you develop greater confidence in your communication skills to transform your results at work? Can you reduce the nerves and perform at your best when you need to? What are the techniques you need? Charlie Evans trained as an actor in New York and London, as well becoming a qualified psychotherapist. She has condensed years of experience to cherry pick the most important techniques that everyone can learn to communicate more effectively and confidently.
Body Talk Podcast - Katy Lewis
September 22, 2020 21:03 - 32 minutes - 31 MBKaty Lewis has been teaching companies to communicate more effectively for 20 years. As a qualified business coach she also shares strategies in coaching skills, to help teams excel. Beyond the business world she has worked as a high speed precision driver and coached other drivers to perform at their best at 200mph! On this podcast she shares her top tips for coaching the people around you.
How To Coach Your Team To Succeed
September 22, 2020 21:03 - 32 minutes - 23.7 MBKaty Lewis has been teaching companies to communicate more effectively for 20 years. As a qualified business coach she also shares strategies in coaching skills, to help teams excel. Beyond the business world she has worked as a high speed precision driver and coached other drivers to perform at their best at 200mph! On this podcast she shares her top tips for coaching the people around you.
Body Talk Podcast - How to bring your true self to work
September 01, 2020 17:51 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBJamie Richards explains how his professional acting experience helps him to enhance business communication, with advice on how to ensure you bring your full personality to the boardroom.