What does an international event host, on-camera presenter, or corporate moderator do? THE8 are Chris Brow, Emily Whigham, Jennifer Sarah Boone, Martin Kloss, Matt Beadle, Tania Higgins, and Yasmine Blair. We are a diverse group of friends and professional event moderators with over 100 years of combined experience on international stages. Join us, as we explore what makes a great event, how to engage your audience, what can go wrong, how to overcome those mishaps, and more insider tips. If ...
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How to spice it up. Why are so many business events so boring?
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22:12In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of business events and explore how to transform them from mundane to memorable. Our diverse panel of seasoned event moderators, including Jenny, Marty, and Yasmine, share their insights on what makes a great event. They discuss the importance of interaction, humor, and curiosity in e…
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Rehearsal day - Best practices for a great event
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22:07In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of international event hosting, on-camera presenting, and corporate moderating. In this episode, Yasmine, Tania, and Matt, discuss the importance of rehearsals, the potential pitfalls of over-rehearsing, and the unique challenges of panel discussions. Our hosts share personal anecdot…
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Timing is Everything: Secrets to a Flawless Event
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20:09In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the critical role of timing in event management with hosts Emily, Matt, and Jenny. Our hosts share insights on why timing is crucial for maintaining the energy and flow of an event. They discuss the challenges of keeping events on schedule, the impact of speakers who overrun their time, and th…
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Behind the Scenes: The Power of Effective Communication
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23:57In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the art of communication, a crucial element that can make or break any event or workplace. Our host, Jennifer, is joined by Emily, Matt, who share their insights and experiences as professional event moderators. They discuss the nuances of effective communication, the importance of clarity, an…
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From Inquiry to Engagement: Insights from THE8 moderators
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19:41In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of event hosting and moderation, exploring the intricacies of handling inquiries. Our diverse panel of seasoned professionals, including Matt, Emily, and Marty, share their insights on what makes a great event and how to effectively engage an audience. We discuss the challenges of th…
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Standards - what we need to do our best work
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25:33In this engaging episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of event moderation and the importance of establishing industry standards. Join Marty, Emily, and Matt as they explore what makes a great event, how to engage audiences, and the challenges faced by moderators. Emily and Matt share their insights on the discrepancies in stand…
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In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the intricate world of event hosting and moderation. Join Yasmin, Emily, and Marty as they discuss the importance of briefings in ensuring a successful event, with insights into what makes a good briefing, the preferred methods of communication, and the challenges of dealing with insufficient …
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The difference between an internal and external moderator
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19:22In this episode of Backstage with THE8, we dive into the intriguing world of event moderation, exploring the roles and responsibilities of professional moderators versus internal company moderators. Our host, Matt, is joined by Yasmine and Tania, to discuss the common dilemma faced by event organizers: whether to hire a professional moderator or op…
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Glorified Announcer or Event Contributor? What moderators add to an event.
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20:05In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of international event hosting, on-camera presenting, and corporate moderating. Join Emily, Jenny, and Marty as they discuss the role of event moderators, exploring whether they are merely glorified announcers or essential contributors to the success of an event. We share personal an…
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Creating Great Events: What knowledge does a moderator need to have?
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23:26"Backstage with THE8" is back! Spring is finally here and so is our freshly rebooted podcast. In this episode of "Backstage with THE8," we delve into the world of corporate event moderation with Tania, Emily, and Marty. We discuss the essential skills and traits needed to excel in this field, the importance of staying calm and curious, sharing pers…
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