Public speaking is not a talent you’re born with, it’s a skill you train. On this episode of We’re Gonna Talk About It Podcast, host Joel Atuhaire sits down with Geraldine Mukesha, a communication expert and strategist from Sorki, a platform dedicated to teaching effective public speaking and communication.

Together, we break down why so many people fear speaking in public, and more importantly, how to overcome it. This conversation goes beyond “just be confident” advice and gets into the practical psychology of communication and how confidence is built, not assumed.

We explore how introversion is often misunderstood and why being an introvert does not disqualify you from being a powerful speaker. Geraldine explains how to escape the mental cage of introversion, speak with authority, and still remain authentic to who you are.

The episode also tackles common speaking mistakes that silently weaken your message like overusing filler words (“um,” “uh,” “you know”) and why silence and pausing are actually tools of confidence, not signs of nervousness. You’ll learn how to harness the pause to sound intentional, persuasive, and in control.

We also discuss:

• How to build real speaking confidence (even when your voice shakes)

• Why clarity matters more than vocabulary

• The power of body language and hand gestures in commanding attention

• How to sound articulate without memorizing scripts

• Speaking with presence in meetings, classrooms, interviews, and on stage

Whether you’re a student, leader, entrepreneur, content creator, or someone who freezes when asked to speak, this episode gives you practical tools to communicate with impact.

If you want to be taken seriously, influence rooms, and express your ideas without fear—this conversation is for you.