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| e254 - Confessions of a Reluctant AI Presentation Designer | 22 Sep 2026 | 01:03:56 | |
Episode #254 (Part B) - Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic buzzword. AI is a practical, transformative force in business workflows, AND, for the world of presentation design, AI has become part of our workflows. Troy Chollar (TLC Creative Services) and Nolan Haims (Nolan Haims Creative) share their firsthand experiences and insights on how AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, and standalone image AI Tools like Adobe Firefly and others are reshaping the way professionals are now approaching presentations and daily operations. Listen now!
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| e254 Part A - BRB, we're at the Presentation Summit | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:02:23 | |
Short episode with a welcome from Troy Chollar of TLC Creative Services and a note that next week, September 22, will be the real episode. | |||
| e253 - What Makes the Presentation Summit 2026 a Must-Attend Event for Presentation Professionals? | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:45:18 | |
Episode 253 welcomes Presentation Summit founder Rick Altman to chat with hosts Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, and Nolan Haims about the upcoming 2026 Presentation Summit. Celebrating its 24th year, the Summit remains the gold standard for presentation training and networking. It is a fully virtual event, globally accessible (for both attendees and presenters!), a packed schedule with the industry's best presentation instructors, and amazing non-industry guest keynotes. Want to know what makes this year's event special? Listen and get a behind-the-scenes preview before the conference begins.
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| e252 - Midyear Check - Where Do You Use "AI" for Presentations? | 18 Aug 2026 | 01:09:36 | |
Episode 252 - As we reach the midpoint of 2026, the world of presentations is still undergoing a transformation, driven by the rapid evolution of AI. So in this episode, we're joined by presentation experts who share their real-world experiences, frustrations, and triumphs with AI-powered tools for their PowerPoint workflows! Across all conversations, a clear theme emerged: AI is a powerful assistant, but not a replacement for human expertise. Listen now!
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| Wait! Clients Are Using AI for Their Slides Already!? | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:57:18 | |
Let's face it: the Future of Presentation Design is going to involve AI. The world of presentation design is undergoing a seismic shift. In episode 251 of the Presentation Podcast, Troy Chollar and Lori Chollar of TLC Creative Services pull back the curtain on how they see AI is transforming the way presentations are created, delivered, and managed, especially for corporate clients. Drawing from their recent experience supporting the presentation design for a large sales conference, they offer insights into their observations on the real-world impact of AI on presentation design workflows happening now. Listen now!
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| e250 - Here's An Interesting AI-Presentation Use Case | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:55:26 | |
Episode 250 of the Presentation Podcast brings together industry experts Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, Nolan Hames for a deep dive into how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the workflow of professional presentation design. Drawing from a real-world case study Lori Chollar of TLC Creative Services talks about a real-world success story that is literally at the intersection of AI and presentation design. Lori shares how an end client leveraged AI to develop a reference presentation before engaging the presentation design team. Listen now!
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| e249 - Exploring the Balance Between AI Assistance and Human Expertise in Modern Presentation Design | 07 Jul 2026 | 01:13:10 | |
Episode #249, In this podcast episode, Troy, Nolan, and Sandy explore how AI is reshaping presentation design today. The conversation revolves around the two key spaces where AI operates: thinking (e.g. outlining, structuring) and design (e.g. visuals, layouts). While all three agree AI enhances efficiency, they also agree AI is not set to replace human storytelling, editorial judgment, and contextual understanding in professional presentation design. Ultimately, as AI produces "good enough" results, which makes human expertise more critical in creating authentic, memorable presentations that stand out. Listen now!
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| e248 - Nashville, Vectors, and Paper Puzzles: Nolan Haims Prepares for CreativePro Week | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:50:31 | |
Episode #248, As the world of graphic design continues to expand, the boundaries between traditional design disciplines and presentation design are blurring. And Creative Pro Week, a premier design conference brings together designers, creatives, and presentation experts. This episode Troy has a behind-the-scenes conversation with Nolan Haims hearing about his upcoming CreativePro Week talks, the process, and his expectations for the event. They also talk about the growing importance of presentation design, and actionable strategies for leveraging PowerPoint as a true design tool. Listen now! Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month
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| PowerPoint is Amanda Dalton's Swiss Army Design Tool - and CreativePro Week 2026! | 02 Jun 2026 | 01:24:59 | |
Episode 247: Unlock the power of PowerPoint in ways you may not have imagined. In this episode, Troy, Sandy, and Nolan are joined by Amanda Dalton, a seasoned graphic designer turned presentation and instructional design expert, to explore how PowerPoint can be a central tool for presentation design, video creation, and instructional storytelling.
In today's ever-evolving world of digital communication, few tools are as versatile, or as underestimated, as PowerPoint. Amanda shares her professional journey and offers insights into how she leverages PowerPoint alongside other tools to create impactful stories, engaging training content, and dynamic visual experiences.
Plus, CreativePro Week 2026 is just weeks away! Amanda is one of the presenter at this year's conference, and we are fortunate to have David Blatner, Director of CreativePro, preview what to expect at this year's Nashville event. Listen now!
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| Are PowerPoint Templates In Our Future? | 19 May 2026 | 01:00:44 | |
Episode #246 - New episode of The Presentation Podcast now available! In this episode, Troy, Sandy, and Nolan discuss the value and challenges of PowerPoint templates. They agree that well-built templates save time, make brand consistency easier, and improve efficiency. But everyone also agrees PowerPoint templates are frequently misused, broken, or ignored. While AI tools can generate content and slides, that is not the same as creating slides with the backend formatting and presets of template. And observations from testing multiple AI systems, all currently lack the ability to build or maintain proper template structures. Join The Presentation Podcast hosts for a great conversation centered around PowerPoint templates. Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e245 - Inside the Creative Process: Designing a Partnership Pitch Deck | 05 May 2026 | 00:56:44 | |
In episode 245 of The Presentation Podcast, Troy and Lori Chollar of TLC Creative Services give us access to their team's design process by pulling back the curtain of a completed partnership pitch deck project. This project got them thinking about how we all approach presentation design. Everything starts before a single slide is designed with understanding and defining the purpose and type of presentation this is, which then influences the visual design and on-slide messaging. Their candid conversation is a great listen full of strategies and ideas for crafting visually rich, purpose-driven presentations. Listen now! Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e244 - When Bullet Points Go So Bad They Are Not Needed | 21 Apr 2026 | 01:04:31 | |
In Episode 244 of the Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy, Sandy, and Nolan use a real client slide as a case study to discuss when bullet points hurt rather than help a slide. Join the conversation as they explore how unnecessary bullets clutter slides, disrupt narrative flow, and actually reduce audience retention. Get into design alternatives, and if bullet points are needed in numbered lists, icon layouts, diagrams, timelines and visual hierarchies.
Oh, and they also catch up on recent travels and share industry news! That part of the discussion includes Microsoft's new AI image tool, practical travel tips on Global Entry, a new podcast tracking site... and plant pest control!
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| e243, 100+ Hours for an Eight-Minute Presentation with John Chen | 07 Apr 2026 | 01:12:17 | |
In episode 243 of the Presentation Podcast, Troy Chollar of TLC Creative Services, has a conversation with certified speaking professional John Chen. They discuss the immense amount of unseen effort behind every presentation. The conversation focuses on John's eight-minute keynote at a Canadian Association of Professional Speakers event, and the 100+ hours of preparation, collaboration with coaches, technical stagecraft, that preceded the actual presentation delivery.
Listen in to hear about the challenges of crafting concise, impactful presentations, the value of rehearsal, and innovative techniques as both an in-person and remote presenter. In this high energy conversation, John shares many personal stories and expert insights, and we get to feel John's dedication and artistry for professional presenting. Listen now!
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| e242 - Is Your Content a Presentation or a Document? | 17 Mar 2026 | 01:03:34 | |
| e241 - Behind the Scenes: Lori Chollar's Ultrawide Presentation Session at the Presentation Design Conference | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:42:20 | |
In episode 241 of the Presentation Podcast we talk with Lori Chollar, CEO of TLC Creative Services, Inc. We get a behind-the-scenes look at Lori's experience presenting at CreativePro's Presentation Design Conference.
Lori shares insights into the process of being asked to present, preparing her session content, and the conference experience. On the presentation side, we talk about the technical and creative challenges, workflow tips, and the evolution of presentation technology as related to creating ultrawide presentations to fill the amazing LED wall configurations at events. Listen in to gain valuable perspectives on both the art and logistics of modern presentation design!
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| e240 - From Sofia to London: We Chat with Boris Hristov About the Journey of the Present to Succeed Conference | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:56:53 | |
Episode #240 - In this latest episode of The Presentation Podcast, our hosts, Troy Chollar of TLC Creative, Sandy Johnson, and Nolan Haimes are joined by Boris Hristov, founder of the Present to Succeed conference.
Listen in as they discuss the unique dual-location format for 2026 (taking place in both London and Sofia!). Boris shares insights on speaker selection, branding, and their high production values for the conference. Plus tips for using AI and design tools in presentations. And, bonus! Listeners will receive a 20% discount code for tickets, so be sure to get The Presentation Podcast listener promo code!
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| Behind the Curtain: A Day in the Life of a Presentation Designer | 03 Feb 2026 | 01:05:30 | |
In episode 239 of The Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy, Sandy, and Nolan share a behind-the-scenes look at their daily lives as professional presentation designers. They talk about how a good amount of their work happens outside PowerPoint, from project management, client communication, travel logistics, and their go-to tech tools for not only presentation design, but running a design agency. Join our conversation for a closer look at the complexity and creativity involved in daily activities of presentation design
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| Presentation Pitfalls with John Polk | 20 Jan 2026 | 01:03:57 | |
Episode #238 - The latest episode of The Presentation Podcast brings together hosts Troy, Sandy, and Nolan with special guest John Polk—author, workshop leader, and consultant—to discuss his new book, Presentation Pitfalls: Ten Traps Business Professionals Fall Into and How to Avoid Them, which he co-authored with Justin Hunsaker. This episode is a goldmine for anyone who wants to elevate their business presentations, offering deep insights into the most common mistakes professionals make and, more importantly, how to avoid them. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e237 - Presentation Predictions for 2026: AI, Design, and Our Future | 06 Jan 2026 | 01:09:51 | |
| The Ultimate Holiday Mashup: Snow, Gadgets, PPT Add-ins, Books and Wish Lists! | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:49:22 | |
Episode #236, Hey there, your friendly host with Holiday Cheer from The Presentation Podcast! As we wrap up another fantastic year, I wanted to share some highlights from our latest episode, "The Ultimate Holiday Mashup: Snow, Gadgets, PPT Add-ins, Books and Wish Lists!" This festive episode is packed with tech recommendations, book suggestions, and some heartfelt reflections from myself and amazing co-hosts, Nolan and Sandy. Listen now!
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| E235, Avoiding PowerPoint Disasters: 25 Things NOT To Do | 02 Dec 2025 | 01:06:36 | |
Episode #234, Drawing from years of experience, this episode has 25 things NOT to do in PowerPoint. Design things, template setup things, presenting things. This is literally decades of experience - and frustration - as Troy, Nolan and Sandy break down 25 common PowerPoint pitfalls with their top tips, expert recommendations and actionable advice to help everyone avoid these all-too-common PowerPoint mistakes. Listen now! Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month
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| Episode 234 - Elevate Your Presentation: The Role of a PowerPoint Template as Style Guide - with Lori Chollar | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:54:15 | |
Episode #234 - This latest episode of The Presentation Podcast is hosted by Troy and Lori Chollar of TLC Creative Services! They offer expert insights into PowerPoint templates. Clarify what defines a true template (versus a set of slides), discuss the technical and design elements that ensure consistency and branding during a presentation, and highlight common pitfalls and misconceptions. Their conversation covers best practices for template development and the importance of behind-the-scenes formatting preset. Join the conversation for advice on the value of fully featured PowerPoint templates, and how help create polished, consistent, and effective presentations! Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month
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| e233 - Transforming Presentation Workflows with Brandin - and we like it! | 04 Nov 2025 | 01:19:09 | |
In episode 233 of The Presentation Podcast the hosts talk about deploying PowerPoint templates across an organization can be a nightmare. They are joined by guests Jamie Garroch and Hannah Harper of BrightCarbon to discuss "Brandin" - a PowerPoint add-in that centralizes templates, assets, and brand resources for easy access and management in a seamless interface all within PowerPoint. Jamie and Hannah explain how Brandin streamlines template distribution, enhances brand consistency, and empowers agencies, designers and corporate users to access PowerPoint templates and assets to create on-brand presentations efficiently. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| PowerPoint stories of horror - humor - and everything in between | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:59:38 | |
Episode #232; It is October, and Halloween, and scary things happen. For The Presentation Podcast, it is a perfect time to gather a group of presentation design experts and hear presentation stories that are funny, terrifying, or something that quote, "should not be done in PowerPoint". Join Troy and Lori of TLC Creative Services as they talk with a group of our presentation colleagues. You get to hear amazing presentation stories that make us groan, shudder, or burst out laughing! Click play to the Halloween haunts now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| Navigating the Awkward Phase of AI: Embracing AI Tools for Workflows Today, with David Fortin | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:57:22 | |
Episode #231, I am excited to dive into the evolving world of AI with David Fortin on our latest episode! Yes, overall we are in an awkward phase of AI adoption. David and I focus primarily on how Microsoft Copilot is reshaping the landscape of workflows with so many elements now able to be connected; Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams meetings and file. We also talk about creating better AI prompts and the exciting future of Copilot's memory and persona features. Catch these insights and more in this episode! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| Behind the Scenes of the Presentation Summit: What Awaits Attendees This Year, with Rick Altman | 16 Sep 2025 | 01:03:27 | |
Episode #230 - In this latest episode, hosts Troy, Sandy, and Nolan are joined by Rick Altman, director of The Presentation Summit. They discuss the upcoming Summit (October 19th-22nd 2025), its array of guest speakers and engaging sessions. Rick shares behind-the-scenes insights and announces a special $75 registration discount, exclusively for The Presentation Podcast listeners. Listeners can find more details and show notes on The Presentation Podcast website!
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| How Can You Master PowerPoint and Elevate Your Presentation Design Skills? | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:55:00 | |
Episode #229, In this episode of The Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy Chollar, Nolan Haims, and Sandy Johnson explore where to learn PowerPoint and slide design. They discuss a wide range of resources, including online tutorials, webinars, training programs, professional organizations, books, webinars, conferences and communities. The overall takeaway, the importance of hands-on experience. The hosts also highlight key industry experts, and provide a robust list of options for mastering both the technical and creative aspects of presentation design. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| Navigating Change: Insights on Presentation Design Over the Last Decade and SlideRabbit's Big Transition Bethany Auck | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:05:09 | |
Episode #228, In this episode of The Presentation Podcast, the hosts are joined by Bethany Auck, founder of SlideRabbit, for a candid and insightful conversation. The group reflect on the past decade of transformation in presentation design. They also talk with Bethany about the journey of building SlideRabbit and its recent acquisition and transition to new ownership. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| Inspiration Everywhere. Tips for Infusing Energy and Storytelling into Your Slides with Jody Wissing | 05 Aug 2025 | 01:23:11 | |
Episode #227 - In this episode of The Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, and Nolan Haims chat with guest Jody Wissing – a truly energetic and creative presentation designer! They talk about how everyday experiences, travel, and even advertising inspire presentation design and storytelling. Jody shares her tips for simplifying slides, engaging audiences, and using AI as a creative tool. Plus the importance of tailoring content to the audience, the value of storytelling (even in "boring" business topics) and how inspiration truly is everywhere! Join us and listen now. Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| Typography Unleashed in PowerPoint: From Fonts to Function with Julie Terberg and Lori Chollar | 15 Jul 2025 | 01:05:01 | |
Episode #226, In this episode of "The Presentation Podcast," the hosts, plus guests Julie Terberg and Lori Chollar, dive into the art of typography in PowerPoint slide design. We discuss the differences between fonts and typography, share practical tips for font pairing, and address PowerPoint's limitations compared to professional design software. We also explore sources of design inspiration, have advice on spacing and alignment, and recommend resources for improving typographic skills.
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| Fonts, Spacing, and Alignment: The Typography Toolkit for PowerPoint | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:58:49 | |
Episode #225. This episode of The Presentation Podcast dives deep into the role of typography in PowerPoint presentations. The hosts discuss font selection, line and paragraph spacing, alignment, visual hierarchy and more. Plenty of practical tips and frustrations of typography formatting within PowerPoint are shared, along with comparing PowerPoint's features to other advanced design and desktop publishing tools. Solutions to common text formatting challenges in PowerPoint are also a big part of the conversation…because effective typography is essential for clear, professional, and engaging presentations. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| Enhancing Your PowerPoint Experience: Customizing Out of the Box PowerPoint | 17 Jun 2025 | 01:14:43 | |
Episode #224, In Season 10, Episode 224 of The Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy Chollar (TLC Creative Services), Sandy Johnson (Presentation Wiz), and Nolan Haims (Nolan Haims Creative) take a deep dive into customizing PowerPoint. Their discussion is a goldmine for anyone looking to streamline their PowerPoint workflow, leverage hidden settings and features, and create more in less time. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| Beyond 16:9: The Art and Science of Ultra-Wide Presentations | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:57:36 | |
Episode #223- Ever wondered how those stunning ultra-wide presentations you see at big corporate events, concerts and trade shows come to life? In the latest episode Troy Chollar is joined by Lori Chollar for an all TLC Creative Services conversation. And the topic of the day? Ultra-wide presentations! These presentations are becoming increasingly common, as more events use LED walls along with multi-projector setups, the opportunity to use PowerPoint for content that is beyond 16:9 grows. Troy and Lori share their biggest insights when it comes to creating these kinds of templates and presentations, with many tips for setup and design in this unique presentation format! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| From Talking to Teaching: What Presenters Can Learn from Course Creators, with Sheila B. Robinson | 20 May 2025 | 01:02:06 | |
Episode #222 - In the latest episode of "The Presentation Podcast," hosts Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, and Nolan Haimes sit down with Sheila B. Robinson, a seasoned expert in teaching and learning. The conversation is about the ins and outs of e-learning, self-paced learning, course creation, and where PowerPoint fits into everything. Sheila's extensive background in professional development has many invaluable insights into effective teaching strategies, audience engagement, and the challenges of course creation. Definitely a great conversation to listen to now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e221 - CreativePro Week: Where Design Enthusiasts Unite to Innovate and Inspire! With David Blatner & Chris Converse | 06 May 2025 | 01:18:54 | |
Episode #221, This episode of the Presentation Podcast, hosts Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, and Nolan Haims, along with guests David Blatner and Chris Converse, delve into the evolving landscape of design tools, the significance of community and collaboration in the design process. It is a lively discussion about the evolving capabilities of PowerPoint, and how it can be a serious contender in the design world! Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e220 - The Secret Sauce to Stunning PowerPoint Presentations - Navigating the World of Vector Graphics! | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:54:07 | |
Episode #220 - In the latest episode of The Presentation Podcast, Troy and Nolan delve into everything PowerPoint and vector. What does PowerPoint consider a vector graphic? What types of vector files does PowerPoint recognize? What are PowerPoint limitations with vector graphics? This episode is a treasure trove of insights, practical tips, and expert advice on leveraging vector graphics, particularly .SVGs, for great presentation design. Have a listen to see where the conversation goes!
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| e219 - Exploring Canva's Presentation Power: A Conversation with Dani Watkins | 01 Apr 2025 | 01:15:05 | |
Episode #219 - In this episode, our hosts engage in a lively and fun conversation about Canva, particularly its presentation features, with special guest Dani Watkins, an official "Canvassador"! This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to at Canva for their presentation design. Plus, did you know Canva now offers offline capabilities for presentations? We didn't either, but Dani gets us up to speed with Canva Presentation's latest offerings. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e218 - Navigating the Data Visualization Landscape: Tools, Tips, and Techniques with Ann K. Emery | 18 Mar 2025 | 01:22:21 | |
Episode #218 - Data visualization is an essential skill in today's data-driven world. It transforms raw data into visual formats like charts, graphs, and maps, making complex information understandable and engaging. In this podcast episode, Troy, Sandy and Nolan talk with Ann K. Emery of Depict Data Studio about the nuances of data visualization tools and best practices - especially for presentations. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e217 - Based on the PowerPoint template, is this Going To Be A Difficult Project? | 04 Mar 2025 | 01:10:43 | |
Episode #217 - In the latest episode of The Presentation Podcast, our three seasoned presentation designers: Troy Chollar from TLC Creative Services, Sandy Johnson from Presentation Wiz, and Nolan Haims from Nolan Haims Creative discuss PowerPoint templates from the perspective of evaluating client provided files - and the state of the template provided. A conversation with a wealth of knowledge on PowerPoint templates - listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e216 - Does the Storytelling Animation design trend apply to us in the presentation design space? | 18 Feb 2025 | 01:02:31 | |
In the latest episode of The Presentation Podcast, Troy, Sandy, Nolan, and Lori delve into the evolving role of animation in presentation design - particularly within PowerPoint. They explore how storytelling animation is becoming a significant trend in many aspects of graphic design and discuss how animation can be effectively incorporated into presentations to support the message. From organic movements to AI integration, see how smart animation choices can transform your storytelling.
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| Dollars and Designs: Essential Financial & Business Tips for Presentation Designers | 04 Feb 2025 | 01:24:56 | |
Episode 215 of The Presentation Podcast has the hosts, Troy Chollar, Nolan Haims, Sandra Johnson, and Lori Chollar delve into the financial side of running a presentation design business. This episode is a treasure trove of insights on managing finances, from invoicing and insurance to business structure and studio operations. Listen now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e214, 2.5 Presentation Design Predictions for 2025 | 21 Jan 2025 | 01:01:54 | |
Episode #214, Our three industry experts — Troy Chollar, Sandy Johnson, Nolan Haims — have a lively discussion about the future of presentation design in 2025. Each offering 2.5 presentation design predictions for this year, ranging from the impact of AI to the importance of accessibility and emerging design trends. Join the conversation! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! | |||
| e213, A Journey Through Time: Pro & Tech Tips Only | 07 Jan 2025 | 01:00:04 | |
Episode #213 - Welcome to a special episode of the Presentation Podcast, aptly titled "A Journey Through Time: Pro & Tech Tips Only". In this episode, hosts Troy, Sandy, and Nolan take a journey through their favorite Pro and Tech Tips from past episodes. They share their curated list of apps, presentation formatting tips, and gadgets that have been game-changers for them, and listener favorites. Listen now!
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| Our 12 Presentation Memories of 2024 | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:46:43 | |
Episode #212, The final podcast episode of 2024, #212, releases today with Troy, Nolan and Sandy recounting their 12 most memorable presentation highlights of 2024. Join the conversation now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| How Can Visual Leadership Transform Communication? A conversation with Todd Cherches. | 03 Dec 2024 | 01:16:49 | |
Episode #211 - In this episode, we welcome business professor and author Todd Cherches to discuss visual design and its impact on leadership management. We continuously say that no one has a direct path into presentation, and Todd shares his career journey from advertising and television to academia that shaped his teachings on the power of visual thinking and communication in leadership. And no presentation conversation would be complete without a chat about the challenges of virtual presentations, the importance of tailoring communication to different audiences, and practical tips for creating impactful presentations. This is a great presentation conversation to not miss! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e210 - The Best Guide for Adobe Designers Transitioning to PowerPoint: a Conversation with Stephy Hogan | 19 Nov 2024 | 01:24:55 | |
Episode #210, In this podcast episode, Troy, Nolan, Sandy, and guest Stephy Hogan delve into the intricacies of where familiar Adobe tools are in PowerPoint. Stephy's new book, "The Reluctant Designer's Field Guide to PowerPoint" is now available, and is an amazing resource for both Adobe designers working in PowerPoint, and PowerPoint designers moving to Adobe Creative Suite apps. This episode is a treasure trove of insights and tips, listen now! Full Episode Show Notes https://thepresentationpodcast.com/2024/e210 Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Email us at: info@thepresentationpodcast.com Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| e209: Live from the Presentation Summit: The Greatest Insights from the Microsoft MVPs There | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:50:10 | |
Episode #209 - The 2024 Presentation Summit, held at the picturesque Zachary Dunes Resort in Central California, brought together a vibrant community of PowerPoint presentation professionals - including 13 (of the 39) Microsoft awarded MVPs for PowerPoint. This episode captures the essence of the Presentation Summit conference and showcases the camaraderie, expertise, and innovative insights of the PowerPoint MVPs! Join the conversation through your favorite podcast app, or at the episode 209 webpage that includes the shownotes, links to pro-and-tech-tips, and photos of the Presentation Summit!
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| From Frustration to Innovation: Neuxpower Solving PowerPoint Problems with Its Add-ins. A Conversation with Mike Power. | 15 Oct 2024 | 01:14:42 | |
Our latest guest, Mike Power, revealed how a simple challenge at his first job led to the creation of NXPowerlite, a tool that compresses images within PowerPoint without sacrificing quality. This innovative solution has now become an industry standard, helping countless presentations be optimized! The dev team then followed with SlideWise, our #1 go to tool to audit and fix PowerPoint files. Full show notes available at The Presentation Podcast website. Join this conversation now! | |||
| Navigating the Presentation Design Minefield: AI, Story Structure, Understanding the Audience - a Conversation with Mike Parkinson | 01 Oct 2024 | 01:18:45 | |
Episode #207, In this episode of the Presentation Podcast, Troy, Nolan and Sandy spend some time with Mike Parkinson, a graphic designer, prolific conference speaker, and the person behind the Build-A-Graphic PowerPoint add-in. We talk about the evolving landscape of presentation design, particularly the role AI tools now play. Mike shares his "3 AI truths", emphasizing that AI tools enhance productivity and creativity, not threatening jobs. We also cover the importance of understanding the audience, effective storytelling, and common presentation mistakes. Listen to the conversation now! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||
| 206 - Insights into the 2024 Presentation Summit - A Conversation With Rick Altma | 17 Sep 2024 | 01:11:42 | |
Episode #206 - The 2024 edition of the annual Presentation Summit conference is being labelled, "The Last Hurrah." Join Troy, Nolan, and Sandy for a conversation with Rick about this year's Presentation Summit, and hear insights into what attendees can look forward to ̶ at "The Last Hurrah"! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month | |||