e216 - Does the Storytelling Animation design trend apply to us in the presentation design space?
Release Date: 02/18/2025
e244 - When Bullet Points Go So Bad They Are Not Needed
The Presentation Podcast
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...
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e243, 100+ Hours for an Eight-Minute Presentation with John Chen
The Presentation Podcast
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...
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e242 - Is Your Content a Presentation or a Document?
The Presentation Podcast
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e241 - Behind the Scenes: Lori Chollar's Ultrawide Presentation Session at the Presentation Design Conference
The Presentation Podcast
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....
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e240 - From Sofia to London: We Chat with Boris Hristov About the Journey of the Present to Succeed Conference
The Presentation Podcast
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...
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Behind the Curtain: A Day in the Life of a Presentation Designer
The Presentation Podcast
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 Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for...
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Presentation Pitfalls with John Polk
The Presentation Podcast
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?...
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e237 - Presentation Predictions for 2026: AI, Design, and Our Future
The Presentation Podcast
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The Ultimate Holiday Mashup: Snow, Gadgets, PPT Add-ins, Books and Wish Lists!
The Presentation Podcast
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! Full Episode Show Notes Show Suggestions? Questions for your Hosts? Email us at: Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! ...
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E235, Avoiding PowerPoint Disasters: 25 Things NOT To Do
The Presentation Podcast
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? Email us at: Listen and review on iTunes. Thanks! New Episodes 1st and 3rd Tuesday Every Month
info_outlineIn 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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