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Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple as having a casual chat. He introduces the "coffee shop test" as a way to help you overcome nerves, connect with your audience and deliver a message that truly resonates. After the talk, Modupe explains a similar approach in academia called the "Grandma test," and how public speaking can be as simple as a conversation with grandma. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at https://ted.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Relive captivating moments from the past! Experience the most captivating moments in sports history in quick, one-minute episodes. From iconic events to legendary athletes, we bring you the highlights that shaped the sporting world. Immerse yourself in triumphs, heartbreaks, and moments of brilliance. Subscribe now for a thrilling ride through time, packed into bite-sized episodes.

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December 23, 1972: Franco Harris's 'Immaculate Reception' 1:00

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It wasn't planned to be one of the greatest touchdowns in NFL history, but that's how it'll always be remembered. The Pittsburgh Steelers took on the Oakland Raiders at Three Rivers Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in an AFC Divisional playoff game and were behind 7-6 when Terry Bradshaw threw a pass.…

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December 9, 1965: Frank Robinson gets traded from Cincinnati to Baltimore 0:54

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It's considered by many fans to be one of the worst baseball trades ever made, or the best trade ever, depending upon your point of view. Frank Robinson won an MVP award for the Cincinnati Reds, then made an immediate impact with his new team, the Baltimore Orioles.

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November 19, 2004: Pistons-Pacers players brawl with fans 0:56

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Fans sometimes will fight for their favorite sports team. Once, the players fought back. They called it "The Malice at the Palace' when defending NBA champion Detroit Pistons took on the Indiana Pacers and some fans. Nine players were eventually suspended for this black eye moment in sports.

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November 17, 1956 : Jim Brown sets college football scoring record 0:53

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When Hall of Fame NFL running back Jim Brown was in college, everyone knew that he was destined for greatness. This is why. In a game against Colgate, Brown ran for 196 yards, scored 6 touchdowns, and even kicked 7 extra points for a total of 43 points. It was an NCAA record that stood for over 40 years.…

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November 7, 1991: Magic Johnson announces retirement from the NBA 0:56

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Magic Johnson played 13 seasons in the NBA and won 5 championships with the Los Angeles Lakers He is widely regarded as one of the best players ever. That's why when he retired suddenly in 1991, it sent shock waves throughout the sport and beyond.

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October 8, 1956 : Yankees Don Larsen pitches perfect game in World Series 0:57

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October 8, 1956, in Game 5 of the 1956 World Series, New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen threw a perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers at Yankee Stadium.

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October 7, 1984: Bears Walter Payton breaks NFL career rushing record 1:00

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His nickname was "Sweetness", but Walter Payton was one of the fiercest competitors to ever play in the NFL. Payton broke Jim Brown's rushing record of 12,312 yards at Soldier Field against the New Orleans Saints.

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September 14, 1990: Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr. hit back-to-back home runs in a game 0:55

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Baseball stars Ken Griffey and Ken Griffey Jr. perform the ultimate sports like father like son routine.They became the first, and still the only, father-son to hit back-to-back home runs in a Major League game.

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September 13, 1979: Ann Meyers becomes first woman to tryout for the NBA 0:56

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She was a very good player and she wanted to play with the best, but ultimately, Ann Meyers' heart and determination were bigger than her stature. Still, she made history when he tried out for the Indiana Pacers NBA team and inspired an entire generation of female players who had game.

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September 5, 2005: NFL's Jerry Rice retires after 20 seasons 0:56

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Jerry Rice is one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history. During his 20 season career he was a Super Bowl Champion 3 times, and became the statistical leader is most major categories for his position.

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August 27, 1976: Renée Richards denied U.S. Open 1:00

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Renée Richards said she just wanted equal gender treatment. But she challenged the notion of fairness when after a male -to-female sex-change operation, she fought to compete as a woman in the 1976 US Open.

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August 5, 1976: ABA folds in and merges with NBA 0:57

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It was brief, but with it's flashy and talented stars, the NBA rival American Basketball Association changed the way the game was played forever. The NBA agreed to take on the ABA’s four most successful franchises: the Denver Nuggets, the Indiana Pacers, the New York (later Brooklyn) Nets and the San Antonio Spurs.…

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August 1936: Jesse Owens Dominates 1936 Olympics 1:00

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Jesse Owens was the world's greatest athlete when he went Germany to compete in the Olympics in 1936, and he proved it, much to Adolph Hitler's chagrin. He won four gold medals, for the 100 meters, long jump, 200 meters, and 4 × 100-meter relay.

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July 25, 1966: Ted Williams inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame 0:57

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Ted Williams was one of the greatest hitters to ever play Major League Baseball. He had power and hit for high average. He's the last ball player to hit over .400 in a full season. When it came time to vote on admitting him to the Hall of Fame, it was a no-brainer.

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July 18, 1976: Nadia Comaneci scores a perfect 10 0:54

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The little Romanian gymnast was a five-time Olympic gold medal winner and the Olympic Games' first perfect 10 at the Montreal games in 1976 when she was just 15-years-old.

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June 11, 1992: Tracy Austin Inducted in International Tennis Hall of Fame 0:59

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