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Talking Indycar in St. Louis and Martin ride in the pacecar to start Great Talk. A look at the Tkachuks together in Florida and why the Blues weren’t an option for either brother. What’s the latest with the Cardinals’ Victor Scott, Liberatore and more? Thoughts on the World Cup, Team USA, Michigan basketball with a coaching change and other sports news. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
On today’s Great Talk, we dig into St. Louis Cardinals baseball with a look at the weekend series against the Cubs. Starting pitchers, Pujols return, and more. Also thoughts on backing up Gorman, adding or subtracting at the trade deadline, promoting prospects too soon and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A look at the recent Cardinals Insider show on Ozzie Smith, not just an ambassador for St. Louis but for all of MLB. We also look at the resurgence of Marmol with Cardinals fans. He seems to be getting the most he can out of the team. Are the right field bleachers now the place to be at Busch? We get into the NHL playoffs, NBA playoffs and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
What separates a great speaker from a true thought leadership business? In this episode, Peter Winick sits down with Martin Perelmuter, co-founder of Speakers Spotlight and a longtime leader in the professional speaking industry, to unpack what it really takes to build a sustainable speaking platform. Not just a great talk. Not just a strong stage presence. A real business. Martin makes the case that excellence on stage is only the beginning. It is table stakes. The real leverage comes from positioning, preparation, market demand, and the ability to turn every engagement into a high-trust client experience. They explore why video is now one of the most important assets for any speaker or thought leader. A strong speaker reel is no longer optional. It is proof. It helps buyers sell you internally. It shows range. It shows confidence. And it shows whether you can deliver in front of 2,000 people or 20 executives in a boardroom. Peter and Martin also dig into the moments most speakers overlook. The pre-event call. The language of the client's industry. The follow-up. The difference between serving the event and trying to sell too soon. Martin's view is clear: nail the keynote first. Create so much value that the client asks, "What else do you do?" The conversation also challenges common assumptions about fees, books, and fame. A bestseller can help. A platform can help. But the market ultimately decides. Demand, value, and outcomes matter more than credentials alone. For thought leaders, the biggest takeaway is this: speaking is not just performance. It is a business discipline. The best speakers keep refining their content, updating their relevance, and connecting their evergreen ideas to what leaders are facing right now. Three Key Takeaways: • Great speaking is table stakes. A strong business requires more. Martin emphasizes that stage presence matters, but it is only the starting point. Thought leaders also need clear positioning, strong marketing, credible video, and a professional client experience. • The keynote begins before the speaker steps on stage. Every touchpoint shapes the client's confidence. The pre-event call, industry language, audience context, and preparation all determine whether the talk feels generic or deeply relevant. • Relevance is what keeps a thought leader in demand. Evergreen ideas still matter, but speakers must continually refresh their content. They need to connect their core expertise to today's issues, including AI, remote work, economic uncertainty, and rapid change. If Martin Perelmuter's episode got you thinking about speaking as more than a performance, Jeff Kavanaugh's episode takes that idea inside the enterprise. Both conversations focus on what it takes to turn expertise into a real thought leadership platform. Martin looks at the professional speaking business. Jeff explores how organizations build institutional thought leadership that earns trust, creates influence, and supports growth. Listen to Jeff Kavanaugh's episode to hear how companies can move beyond one-off content and create a disciplined thought leadership function with strategy, structure, and commercial impact.
Talking Cardinals split series in San Diego with thoughts on pitching both starting and closing. Will Riley O’Brien bounce back well? A “way too early” look at MLB playoff teams too. We get into Lebron’s success at 41 and his NBA future plus how far away truly are the St. Louis Blues from another cup? Dan has thoughts on that after seeing this year’s playoff teams. Does Robert Thomas get named captain? And more on Blues hockey. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
The Cardinals are still winning despite expectations. What are some of the keys to their record? How much hinges on Jordan Walker? Will Mozeliak get some credit for building this team although he’s gone? We talk about the team changes when Nootbaar returns. A look at Pujols and Molina being inducted to the Cardinals Hall of Fame. Will they move he ceremony to the a stadium? We also get into future possibility for David Eckstein and David Freese to be inducted. News on some St. Louisans in the NHL playoffs to cheer on even though the Blues are out. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A fun discussion today starting with a look at the Cardinals first month. We talk about Jordan Walker, relief pitching and the emergence of closer Riley O’Brien. We also get into some of the questions for the St. Louis Blues this summer regarding trade pieces like Parayko and Thomas. And a look at a few previous trades and how they’ve panned out. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Talking Cardinals weekend and Jordan Walker’s lone success. How will the season go if the team doesn’t shore up middle relief and improve offense? We get into the Masters golf tournament and the annual hoopla. Plus thoughts on fandom, “tradition” and this year’s winners and losers. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Last night’s #stlcards win may be telling of this team. A look at some numbers. We talk #stlblues Thomas, Binnington & others making it interesting at the wire. Also thoughts on NCAA championship game, #TheMASTERS & more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Talking March madness and final four to start today's great talk with Martin Kilcoyne. What a game last night between Duke and UConn! A look at the matchup and coaching quirks. With the final four set, what are some game predictions? We get into the opening series for the Cardinals and fans getting a jolt of energy from the first few games. Wetherholt has been as advertised so far and Walker off to a good start. And some thoughts on fatigue surrounding Josh Schertz's future. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A look at Mizzou and SLU hoops teams as they end their seasons with tournament losses. How will NIL change for both teams going forward? The loss for Mizzou stung a little more since the game was in St. Louis- Martin says they fell flat. Will Gates be the coach long-term? SLU got a lot of brand recognition although they lost. What’s the buyout for Schertz? And some thoughts on the Cardinals roster coming out of camp especially in regards to Velazquez. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Deputy Director of Athletics for the University of Missouri Tigers Eric Morrison joins this morning to talk about the mens basketball selection for the NCAA tournament and them playing in St. Louis. He talks about the alignment in the team’s favor and some of the years it hasn’t worked out so well. He talks about the alum in St. Louis and how the region will benefit. Details on ticket allotment, the best way to get tickets, the pre-game celebration and more. A look at SLU and the other selected teams plus Dan has his final four picked already. Thoughts on the WBC game last night and Team USA going forward too. What is the explanation for not using the automatic strikezone? Team DR likely has thoughts after last night. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
March Madness is upon us. What does selection Sunday bring for Mizzou and SLU? How much will the recent losses affect Mizzou’s rank? We also look at the newly announced extension for Josh Schertz at SLU. Thoughts on NIL and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
We talk Parayko's no-go and more #STLBlues at the trade deadline here with @martinkilcoyne2. Thoughts on their rebuild status and more. As @mizzouhoops & @saintlouismbb ready for #MarchMadness26, we look at recent games and near future. Is Josh Schertz still at SLU next year? Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A new look at spring training for the Cardinals this season. We talk all about that plus some of the past Cardinals helping to develop such a young team. We also talk about the USA men's gold in Olympic hockey. Such an incredible win with a St. Louis presence. How does that win propel the sport? Thoughts on local college hoops as we head towards March Madness. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
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Spring training will look different for the Cardinals this year. We talk about what fans could see come out of Jupiter. Who will rise to be the “clubhouse leader”? Do they need to sign a veteran player to police situations as needed? McGee recently said that there are some really great players coming up from the farm system. Will that be intriguing enough to keep fans interested? We switch to the Super Bowl- can you give the MVP to an entire defense? That should have been the case yesterday. Although unexciting, this Super Bowl shows that the NFL is less scripted than some say. That and more on today’s Great Talk. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A deep dive into some local college hoops today on great talk. A look at the fantastic SLU men's team as well as Missouri and the Illini. Who makes it to the dance and how far could they go? Will Josh Schwartz stay with SLU long term? We talk about the Seahawks up against the Patriots in Super Bowl LX, plus the St Louis representatives headed to Olympic hockey and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Weekend in review here on Great Talk. We look at the NFL games and how much “the elements” played in the Denver game. We also talk about the Billikens mens basketball team and if they could make it in to March Madness. Thoughts on Mizzou hoops too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Looking the takeaways from the Cardinals press conference last week about the off-season and other notes from the winter warm-up. We get into the big Indiana win over Miami last night. An incredible story of a season. We talk about Cignetti, Mendoza and other stars of the game. Thoughts on the NFL weekend ahead too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Looking at the 10 year anniversary of Rams vote to leave St. Louis. Martin shines light on staff comments behind the scenes and more. We talk about Indiana/Miami college football championship. Can Miami cover the spread or even contend to win? A look at Ken Wilson's new book “Oh Baby” and his history with Blues hockey. Battlehawks hire the right guy in Ricky Proehl as head coach. Cubs are going for it this year signing Alex Bregman to add to the great weekend for Chicago sports fans. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A new Great Talk for a new year- we cover Mizzou bowl loss, Simmons transfer, NIL $ regulations, Arenado trade + HOF future, Blues up and down, NHL players in the Olympics and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
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College football playoffs, opting out of bowl games, Heisman nominees, coach salaries and more thoughts on college football today to kick off Great Talk. A look at the GM winter meetings and the Cardinals efforts to move multiple players. Plus thoughts on Schwarber, Goldschmidt and some of the other notable names changing teams this offseason. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Gambling in Missouri is now legal and we take a look at that news with Martin Kilcoyne today. We also talk about Lane Kiffin heading to LSU and the new contract for Drinkwitz. What does it all mean for the SEC? Thoughts on the Sonny Gray trade and who may be next on the block too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
We start on a lesser discussed sport this morning- hunting. Notes on deer season from Dan and Martin. A look at the ongoing college football coaching ballyhoo. What’s the timeline for Kiffin and how bad of a spot will Ole Miss be in if he leaves. Terry Bradshaw was in town over the weekend and had great things to say about St. Louis. Behind the scenes of a few new shows on Fox 2 about the Cardinals too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
We start with a brief look at the Blues blunders this season. Will Armstrong blow the whole thing up this early? We also get into the SEC/college football coaching carousel. Will Lane Kiffin leave Ole Miss? What is happening behind the scenes for Drinkwitz? We talk about if winning against Oklahoma matters for the season or not. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A look at the Dodgers besting the Blue Jays and greatest Game 7s of all-time. We talk baseball moving forward into what could be the last season before a lockout. We also talk about the Missouri Tigers team up against Texas A&M and what conversations is Drinkwitz in for coaching roles. That and more- Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A Great Talk with James Valliant Concerning the Recently Discovered Letters Wherein Murray Rothbard Discussed Ayn RandIn this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz sits down with James Valliant, author of The Passion of Ayn Rand's Critics and co-author of Creating Christ, to discuss a fascinating historical discovery — the recently unearthed letters in which Murray Rothbard writes about Ayn Rand and her philosophy.Together they explore the complex and often contentious relationship between Rand and Rothbard, two towering figures in the libertarian and Objectivist movements. What did Rothbard really think of Rand? How did their intellectual split shape the future of the liberty movement? And what do these letters reveal about the philosophical divide between individualism and anarcho-capitalism?This is an illuminating conversation for anyone interested in the history of ideas, the moral foundations of freedom, and the enduring tension between Objectivism and libertarianism.
A historic baseball game last night to talk about today with Martin Kilcoyne. A look at the good and bad for both teams and how the length may have backfired for ratings. Will Shohei feel repercussions as starter tonight? And how can Toronto rebound? We also get into Mizzou football's loss to Vanderbilt and the team's remaining games. Could Drinkwitz be a candidate for the LSU job? Or Florida? Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Baseball first to start our Monday Great Talk here. A look at the Blue Jays/Mariners matchup tonight and the Dodgers return to the World Series. How does that weigh on a CBA argument for next year? We also talk about Ohtani (the unicorn) and other stars of the game today. Where will Mike Shildt land? We talk briefly about his departure from the Padres. Thoughts on the Cardinals announcements after the season- Donovan's surgery and more. Will they be more upfront with information like this? We get into Molina's coaching future along with Pujols too. Will Mizzou survive Vanderbilt this weekend after the ugly win against Auburn? We talk SEC and big college football news. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
How far will Chaim Bloom go with the Cardinals rebuild? We talk about the potential starters for next season and if it all hinges on Arenado. What's the likelihood Wetherholt gets called up and if so, for which position? A look at all the left-handed hitters and options to balance the lineup. We get into the hype around Mizzou hosting Alabama this weekend and other big matchups in college football. Plus thoughts on Illini, SEC and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
A look at the Cardinals press conference as they move from Mozeliak to Bloom running the ship. What are the key takeaways? Thoughts on keeping Marmol, downtown safety, player development and more. We also chat about the team's rebuild in comparison to other clubs like the Red Sox. We talk about the Blues preseason games and where they are in the rebuild process too. Fans seems to be more onboard with the Blues and CITY SC even though their teams haven't been top notch. Why then is fan apathy so high for the Cardinals? Some notes on Blues preseason too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
How much will the Cardinals tear it down for next year? We take a look at how the off-season could go. Who could round out the rotation if Sonny Gray takes a trade? They'll have to sift through the outfield options and decide what Donovan is worth. The last few weeks have softened fans opinion on John Mozeliak as thy reflect on his tenure. We look as his winning years with the team and how much "falling on the sword" he had to do for the Dewitts. Also, we speculate if Arenado goes in to the Hall of Fame as a Cardinal or Rocky in the future? We take a brief look at Mizzou football last week against SC and how the prepare for 'Bama. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Some media stories and thoughts to start today's Great Talk. We get into radio vs. TV broadcasting and retell stories of America's Guest, the legendary Mike Shannon. Also, thoughts on Mizzou's football tigers and if the "other shoe will drop" like fans predict each year. Was it acceptable that Kelce didn't talk to journalists after the Eagles game? Is it ok that other athletes do that? A few notes on Blues hockey and Chaim Bloom taking over for the Cardinals too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Talking Mizzou football bettering KU, Norm Stewart stories, Stifel Charity Classic fun, St. Louis Cardinals questions for next year, CITY SC stadium atmosphere and more on an all new "Great Talk". Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
What should the Cardinals do to win back the fans for next year and beyond? Martin points to honesty with the fans about the direction and plan of the team. Also, he points to new names. Cut the fat and freshen up the roster without spending crazy money. Get new blood in the clubhouse to give fans hope. We also talk about Brant Brown's comments specific to Jordan Walker. Are younger players not putting in the time they need to for preparation? Do they need someone disciplining them? A "rusty nail" if you will. Cardinals Hall of Fame, 1985 Reunion, Bill Murray, Stifel Charity Classic, college football weekend and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
An interesting game for the Cardinals last night. We talk it over with Martin Kilcoyne here. Contreras' ejection, Burleson walk-off, Sonny Gray and more thoughts on salvaging some good from this season. Fan attendance has dropped to a number the team hasn't seen since 1997. What will the rest of this week look like with the perfect weather? Is it this low from here on out? Lots of rumbling about Wetherholt but is it worth it to bring him up already? We pitch Quinn Matthews to the rotation as well. We take a quick look at the starting week for college football too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Where do the Cardinals go from here? How to they salvage some good from this season? We talk about Gorman, Wetherholt, Arenado, Sonny Gray and more. Will there be a lockout/labor dispute? With lots of money coming off the books in the next two years, will they go get a superstar? We get into the thought of keeping Gorman at third while the Arenado injury leaves more questions. Wild card hopes for the year have been dashed but could there be even further expansion for playoffs in the near future? Will a billion dollars get an MLB expansion team? We take a look at the so-called competition for the QB spot at Mizzou plus a glimpse into the region's prep football season. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
College football in Ireland, Molina in the dugout and more hot topics to start today's Great Talk. What should Cardinals fans look for heading for the end of the season? Can they snag a wild card spot? We talk about the Gorman at third experiment and Arenado's future. How fondly will Mozeliak be remembered once recent bias dissipates? Thoughts on drafting, development, Wetherholt and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Martin returns from the land of mosquitos to talk about the trade deadline and more on today's Great Talk. Who do the Cardinals move now? Helsley seems likely, of course and his stock has risen since the news of Clase's gambling involvement. What value does Arenado have at the moment? What about Nootbaar and Contreras? We look at the reported altercation between Bryce Harper and Rob Manfred too. Does it mean a work-stoppage is eminent? Also, some thoughts and stories of fan-favorite Al Hrabosky as he gets set for induction into the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Looking at the Cardinals half-way point today with Martin Kilcoyne. We talk a bit about their draft and the top players drafted across the board. Martin gets into the Holliday family history in the draft and how Colorado won out for Ethan. Thoughts on trading Fedde, promoting McGreevy, Westerholt and more player movement. Could Nootbaar be a bargaining chip? Some La Russa news, plus All-Star game & HR Derby hot takes. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
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Talking Blues trade moves, payroll/spending cap and more hockey on today's Great Talk. Thoughts on draft picks and players retiring too. We look at the Cardinals position in the market and how the CBA could be better negotiated to avoid work stoppage. Does a big TV network like FOX get a say in those discussions? More baseball info here too- Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Finally catching up to Martin for some great talk about LaRussa, Eckstein and more thoughts on Cardinals nearing halfway. Also, we get into the new Blues jersey look, City Connect jerseys and more. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
You don't need to be wildly witty or irresistibly charming to give a great talk; you just need to be yourself. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke share why authenticity matters most, along with a few practical tips that can take your speaking skills to […] The post How to Give a Great Talk (Rebroadcast) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
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From the FOX 2 studio, we have a late night/early morning Great Talk. We get into Cardinals success- is it luck? Is it real? Will fans return? With Brendan Donovan and Ivan Hererra raking, and Mikolas resurging, how does Mo feel? Are they still looking to trade players or going for a playoff spot? We get into what a return should be for Ryan Helsley? With so many players off the books, is the team looking to re-sign Helsley? It's. long haul of a season so winning the division is a must. Winning is the key to fans returning. CITY SC is finding that out right now. We look at the coaching change this week too. Is the Apple TV deal holding CITY back in St. Louis? Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
Cardinals are still rolling going 7-2 on the roadtrip. We talk it over with Martin Kilcoyne. Will Gorman and Walker get it together and how much runway do they have? We talk about Liberatore and his path to being a starter. What might Chaim Bloom change for next year? Martin has details from Tom Stillman following the St. Louis Blues playoff loss including the salary cap future. A look at the tailspin for STL CITY SC and fan discontent. How do the get more sizzle from the PGA Championship? We talk Battlehawks and deflated TKOs too. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group:
9 in a row for the Cardinals. How will they fare in today's double-header? Is this enough of a boost that the club pivots away from rebuilding and adds players to make a playoff run? They have a tough schedule ahead so we'll see whether this is fool's gold or legit very soon. A look at the Jack Nicklaus for Normandie course redesign. Listen here thanks to Lou Fusz Automotive group: