28 Episodes

  1. Barack Obama: News Conference on Congressional Gridlock

    Published: 3/6/2025
  2. Barack Obama - Speech on Strategy in Afghanistan and Pakistan

    Published: 3/6/2025
  3. June 4, 2009: Address at Cairo University

    Published: 3/6/2025
  4. Remarks on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act 02-07-2009

    Published: 3/6/2025
  5. Remarks on the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Restoration Act Bill Signing 01-29-2009

    Published: 3/6/2025
  6. Obama's Nominee Acceptance Speech at 2012 Democratic National Convention

    Published: 2/28/2024
  7. President Barack Obama - Remarks on Sandy Hook Elementary Shootings December 16, 2012

    Published: 2/28/2024
  8. President Barack Obama Speech - Clementa Pickney 2015 062 6

    Published: 2/21/2024
  9. President Barack Obama - State of the Union Speech 2014 01 28

    Published: 2/21/2024
  10. President Barack Obama remarks Israeli People - 2013 03 21

    Published: 2/21/2024
  11. State of the Union - President Barack Obama 2015 01 20

    Published: 2/21/2024
  12. State of the Union President Barack Obama - 2013 02 12

    Published: 2/21/2024
  13. President Barack Obama remarks on Gun Violence 2013 04 08

    Published: 2/21/2024
  14. President Barack Obama Speech on the Selma Anniversary 2015 03 07

    Published: 2/21/2024
  15. President Barack Obama Speech on Economic Mobility 2013 12 04

    Published: 2/21/2024
  16. President Barack Obama remarks on Trayvon Martin shooting 2013 07 19

    Published: 2/21/2024
  17. President Barack Obama Speech on Immigration 2014 11 20

    Published: 2/21/2024
  18. President Barack Obama Speech 2016 State of the Union Address January 12, 2016

    Published: 2/1/2024
  19. President Barack Obama Commencement Address at Rutgers University

    Published: 2/1/2024
  20. President Barack Obama Remarks to the People of Cuba

    Published: 2/1/2024

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Barack Obama is widely regarded as one of the greatest public speakers of all time. He is known for his eloquence, his ability to connect with his audience, and his use of powerful language and imagery to convey his message.Obama's speeches are often characterized by their clarity, their focus on substance, and their use of personal stories and anecdotes. He is also a master of the rhetorical device of repetition, which he uses to emphasize his key points and drive them home to his audience.Obama is also known for his ability to deliver his speeches in a way that is both engaging and informative. He uses a variety of vocal techniques, such as pauses, emphasis, and changes in tone, to keep his audience's attention. He also uses gestures and facial expressions to convey his emotions and make his speeches more personal.Here are some specific examples of Obama's strengths as a public speaker:Clarity and focus on substance: Obama's speeches are always clear and concise, and they are always focused on substance. He avoids using jargon or technical language, and he always takes the time to explain complex issues in a way that is easy to understand.Use of personal stories and anecdotes: Obama often uses personal stories and anecdotes in his speeches to connect with his audience and to illustrate his points. This makes his speeches more relatable and engaging.Use of repetition: Obama is a master of the rhetorical device of repetition. He uses it to emphasize his key points and drive them home to his audience.Engaging and informative delivery: Obama delivers his speeches in a way that is both engaging and informative. He uses a variety of vocal techniques and gestures to keep his audience's attention and to convey his emotions.Some of Obama's most famous speeches include:2008 Democratic National Convention acceptance speech: In this speech, Obama accepted the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. He delivered a powerful and inspiring speech that called for a new kind of politics based on hope and change.2009 inaugural address: In this speech, Obama was inaugurated as the 44th President of the United States. He spoke about the challenges facing the country and called for Americans to unite and work together to overcome them.2015 eulogy for Reverend Clementa Pinckney: In this eulogy, Obama spoke about the life and legacy of Reverend Clementa Pinckney, one of the nine victims of the Charleston church shooting. He delivered a moving and powerful speech that called for an end to gun violence and racial injustice.These are just a few examples of Barack Obama's many public speaking engagements. Throughout his career, Obama has used his voice to advocate for hope, change, and justice. He is a powerful and inspiring speaker who continues to make a difference in the world.