The Speechwriter's Room

The Speechwriter's Room is for people who like or write speeches and those who deliver them. Every other week, Mary Robbins does a deep dive into the craft, politics, and quirks of writing remarks for leaders of all stripes.

The Speechwriter's Room is a education podcast hosted by Mary Robbins, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mary Robbins hosts The Speechwriter's Room, a education show with 20 episodes published.

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  Episode #19

  Country Music

  Aug 16, 202616 minS1

  From vivid detail to storytelling to easily understood language, all speechwriters could take a page from country song writers. In this episode, Mary explores the speechwriting lessons that can be found in hit country songs from 1995. The research from Princeton that Mary cites in the show can be found here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/acp.1178 The Columbia University study Mary references is here: https://business.columbia.edu/insights/business-society/hidden-impact-professional-jargon-how-language-reveals-status-and

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  Episode #18

  Interview: Jeff Nussbaum

  Aug 2, 202632 minS1

  A partner at Bully Pulpit International , a former White House speechwriter, and a mentor to many, Jeff Nussbaum stops by The Speechwriter’s Room to talk persuasion, soundbites, and where he goes “to get yelled at by hundreds of Democratic officials.” He also shares the story behind John Lewis’s speech at the March on Washington, which is featured in Jeff's book titled Undelivered: The Never-Heard Speeches that Would Have Rewritten History.

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  Episode #17

  Movie Presidents

  Jul 19, 202616 minS1

  From Morgan Freeman in Deep Impact to Bill Pullman in Independence Day , American cinema has offered up some iconic portrayals of fictional American presidents. These pretend U.S. leaders especially shine on screen when they deliver gut-wrenching and heartfelt speeches. In this episode, Mary takes a look at what real-life speakers and speechwriters can learn from some of the most memorable made-up presidential speeches from movies.

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  Episode #16

  Interview: Kat Kane

  Jul 5, 202623 minS1

  <p>Kat Kane stops by The Speechwriter's Room to talk about her background in cable news, writing for a principal with possibly the busiest speaking schedule on the planet, and how she helps clients maintain their authenticity behind the podium. </p><p></p><p>Plus, while Kat is new to the Knicks bandwagon, she expertly details what made NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's speech at the Knicks championship parade so memorable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ciimC-cE_eI</p><p></p><p>Kat Kane is a partner at the speechwriting firm Fenway Strategies.</p><p></p><p>To learn more...

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  Episode #15

  Swiftie Nation feat. Seth Nelson

  Jun 21, 202619 minS1

  <p>Communications pro and Taylor Swift scholar Seth Nelson visits The Speechwriter's Room to share lessons that speechwriters and speakers can learn from Taylor Swift, including how to create a moment, knowing your audience, and using vulnerability strategically.</p><p></p><p>Read Seth Nelson's original piece of writing on this topic here: https://www.frontwoodstrategies.com/our-work/taylor</p><p></p><p>Seth is the communications director at Evergreen Action. https://www.evergreenaction.com/people/seth-nelson/</p>

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