Voice Matters: Stephanie Keiko Kong on speaking powerfully

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“It's incredibly rewarding to see someone transform their relationship with their own voice and become a more effective speaker as a result."

Seasoned voice coaches Stephanie Keiko Kong and Lauren dish about infinity, perfection and the transformative power of expression. With a tribute to Hawai’i bus announcements and a harrowing story of music theatre touring and prescribed silence, we drop you in the middle of a deep conversation between two creative forces passionate about helping people share their voices. Join us for a fierce episode about big ideas put to test by these experts, including specific tips you can use to build your vocal confidence.

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Meet Stephanie Keiko Kong (they/she), a dynamic force in coaching for public speakers. With over 20 years of experience in teaching, radio, yoga, theatre, and singing, Stephanie embodies a potent cocktail of expertise. Their praxis centers BIPOC, femme, and queer voices, as exemplified in her popular educational content across social platforms. Stephanie was born and raised in Wahiawā, Hawaiʻi, and is currently settled in Tongva territory, Long Beach, California.

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