Convention speeches are the last, best chance for political candidates to energize their party's base, attract undecided voters, and articulate a defining vision for America that will propel them to victory. This episode of PODIUM explores the most electrifying, game-changing political convention speeches in history--from Mario Cuomo to Sarah Palin, Barry Goldwater to Barack Obama. PODIUM's speech experts reveal what made these speeches so unforgettable and why they've had such a lasting impact on American politics. Political speech experts featured in this episode include: Michael A. Cohen Author, Live From The Campaign Trail Mario Cuomo Former Governor of New York Ayinde Jean-Baptise Orator and Speech Expert Robert Lehrman Chief Speechwriter for Vice President Gore and Professor of Speechwriting, American University Charlton McIlwain Professor of Media, Culture & Communication, New York University Brian Morgenstern Republican Congressional Aide and Vice President, New York Young Republican Club Jeff Shesol Speechwriter for President Clinton and Founding Partner, West Wing Writers Michael Waldman Director of Speechwriting for President Clinton PODIUM is a bi-weekly series that embraces the art of public speaking and honors those with something to say. From historic political speeches, to contemporary commencement addresses, to wedding toasts, the series explores various genres of speechmaking and provides inspiring, insightful analysis including "how-to" content. Created and produced by @radical.media, THNKR gives you extraordinary access to the people, stories, places and thinking that will change your mind. Follow @THNKR on Twitter for the latest! Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thnkrtv Check out what we're into on Tumblr: thnkrtv.tumblr.com/

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