Talk to People Podcast
Talk to People is a communication show for business owners who want better outcomes — more trust, more revenue, more influence — through how they talk. Chris Miller breaks down research-backed frameworks for pitches, presentations, leadership, and everyday conversations, drawing on his graduate training in communication and his work advising business owners on high-stakes pitches. New episodes every Tuesday.
Episodes
105 episodes
I Ran My First Masterclass (5 Lessons for Anyone Thinking About It)
Join the next masterclass here: https://talktochrismiller.kit.com/profile This week I ran my first-ever live masterclass — 35 people showed up, 86% stayed the full 90 minutes, and one comment in the Q&A stopped me cold. In this...
I'm Begging You to Become a Better Communicator (HERE'S WHY)
The world is changing - it's become a place where you can be anything you want to be. But there's something that determines where you get - and it's not your degree. It's how you COMMUNICATE. This episode is a presentation I've give...
How to Prepare for Investor Pitches (EXPERT FRAMEWORK)
I have seen too many business owners lose out on pitches. I've been there before, prepared the wrong way and ultimately got the wrong result. In this video, I'm going to lay out the first 2 parts of my 3-part pitch prep guide. 🎯 Gra...
How a Podcast Can Change Your Business (IT CHANGED MINE)
I started a podcast three years ago. It changed my career. 🎙️ Take the assessment to find out which long-form path fits your business: https://chris-u1zjvux4.scoreapp.comHere's why podcasting might be the most underrated busine...
How Soccer Connects the World: A Conversation with Tim Bascom
If you're a soccer fan comment below. I had so much fun connecting with Tim Bascom! Legend - and I'm grateful to get back to conversations. Also, everybody who wants to meet friends and build community - FIND A WAY TO DO IT WITHOUT FOCUSING ON ...
Aristotle's Rhetorical Triangle (And Why It Still Works)
For over 2,400 years, one persuasion framework has shaped the way we speak, influence, and win people over. From Aristotle to modern politicians, this system is still being used in the biggest moments today. In this episode, I break it down—...
Stop Copying Great Speakers. Do This Instead. (HOW TO BE YOURSELF)
Ever watch a great speaker and think, "I wish I could sound like that"? Here's the problem: copying great speakers makes you worse, not better.In this episode, I break down Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech—not to teach yo...
How to Think and Speak Clearly Under Pressure (2 FRAMEWORKS)
Never sound unprepared again! This episode is only 20 minutes. Sounding clear isn’t about having the perfect words — it’s about structure. In this episode, I walk through two frameworks that help you communicate confidently when you’re thinking...
How to Have Aura in 2026 (And Actually Be Confident)
One of the most conceptual episodes I've created. What is aura? And how can you harness it to improve how you connect with the people around you? Some people just feel good to be around. In this episode, we unpack why. We t...
How to Have Better Conversations in 2026 (RESEARCH BACKED)
2026 can be the year where you change your life. In this episode, I will help you do that. 36 minutes of tools, tips, and lessons that will make your 2026 your best year yet. These lessons include: how to change the mood of a conversation by kn...
Why Being Alone Makes You Better at Conversation
I'm back! In this episode we're talking about something that doesn't get enough press: SOLITUDE. I think it's a gateway to conversation that needs to be practiced, especially nowadays! If you listen to this, take 2 minutes of tech-f...
How High Travel Jobs Affect Your Relationships | Ep. 92
EXPECTATIONS vs REALITY: work trips. Yay! A vacation! Oh wait - I'm alone, with flight delays, rental cars that smell like ketchup, and strange grocery stores? Yes! Welcome to the commute. You can email me at talktopeoplepodcast@gm...
How to Manage Your Time When Everything Feels Important | Ep. 91
We've all been there before - wishing we spent our time differently. Maybe we fell short of something and we knew that the reason why is because we mismanaged our time. Here are 3 time management ideas that I think you can take to the bank and ...
How AI Is Changing the Way We Connect With Each Other | Ep. 90
This episode is for anyone who is struggling with how they're using AI for their creative hobbies. It's one thing to outsource washing the dishes to the Maytag Dishwasher. It's another thing to outsource what I talk about on this podcast to Cha...
The Advice Most New Entrepreneurs Learn Too Late | Ep. 89
Have I told you about my full-time job? For the past six months I've been meeting with small business owners and entrepreneurs as a small business advisor. It has been perfect for me - I get to talk to people every day, I get to learn more abou...
What Changes About Your Priorities in Your 30s (and Why It Helps) | Ep. 88
The swirly whirly world of turning 30 after a decade long adventure of the school of hard knocks 20's. In my twenties I got my first speeding ticket, I learned how to burgers with oats in them, and I climbed a mountain in New Mexico. <...
What Nike’s Rules for Success Get Right About Communication | Ep. 87
Nike’s 10 Principles are more than business rules—they’re a mindset. In this episode, Chris breaks down how these principles can help you build stronger relationships, take action in your life, and improve the way you connect with oth...
One Small Change That Makes You Feel More Socially Confident | Ep. 86
In today's episode - we get a few things: my Patrick Mahomes impressionthe debrief of why post-game interviews matterhow to become more confident in yourself to talk to people at a churchhow to start ...
What We Learned About Communication After a Long Year | Ep. 85
We share our lessons from 2024, from challenges like navigating Sunny's health and personal loss to celebrating career milestones and family joy. We also talk goals and dreams for 2025, offering insights into how they stay connected, resilient,...
How to Ask for Help Without Feeling Awkward or Weak | Ep. 84
Asking for help can feel awkward, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, we dive into the psychology and communication strategies that make asking for help easier and more effective. Whether you’re reaching out to a friend, coworker, or someo...
How to Talk About Politics Without Ruining Your Friendships | Ep. 83
No more avoiding talking about politics. Here's a framework you can use to talk to your friends about politics and still keep them as friends. No blowups, no ghosting, no shutting down. Life is too rich to avoid talking about some of the most i...
What the “Communication Equation” Explains About Being Understood, ft. Doug Taylor | Ep. 82
Have you ever been speechless - standing there with zero clue what to say? Thinking, "I really wish there was a cheatsheet I could use in this moment." Well, in this episode, I'm introducing you to a new tool called the Communication Equation.&...
How to Make Friends When You’re New to a City | Ep. 81
In this video is a research backed, 5-step program that outlines how to approach moving. The goal is that you will have an established social life within the first 6-weeks of moving. If you need any links that I used, contact me at talktopeople...
What Talking to 6,000 Strangers Teaches You About Connection, ft. Rob Lawless | Ep. 80
My guest today has been featured on the Kelly Clarkson Show, on Ryan Seacrest's Radio Show, and now the TALK TO PEOPLE PODCAST! He is on a journey to have a one-hour conversation with 10,000 different people. And I got to be one of them, well, ...
A Psychologist Explains Why Social Anxiety Feels So Overwhelming, ft. Dr. Daniel Maitland | Ep. 79
Dr. Daniel Maitland is a clinical psychologist, research, and professor at UMKC. He runs the Psychotherapy Research or Study of Connection, Intimacy, and Loneliness (PROSOCIAL) lab.I read a New York Times article about loneliness that f...
