A1 Speakers Newcastle

A1 Speakers Newcastle A1 Speakers Newcastle is a Public Speaking Club that is part of Agora Speakers International.

Our Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month in Newcastle. New members are welcome and we encourage your journey in speaking in public! A1 Speakers Club - a place to practise and improve your public speaking, in Newcastle upon Tyne.

02/03/2026

Excellent meeting of A1 Speakers this evening. Special thanks to Mick for an excellent session on how to write and deliver a great speech. Also well done to James, who delivered an excellent 2 minute talk on a topic chosen by Bryan.

The power of evaluation ~ awareness helps us grow. Big thank you to Will for stepping into the Evalua...
02/03/2026

The power of evaluation ~ awareness helps us grow.

Big thank you to Will for stepping into the Evaluation role 👏

He gave thoughtful, reflective feedback, especially around pace and delivery. One great point he highlighted was how speakers often hold onto their script, even though they hardly need to look at it, sometimes not at all. You wouldn’t even realise it unless someone pointed it out! :) Also ~ Great effort taking on the role!

27/12/2025

❤️ The heart of A1 Speakers ❤️

As one of our longest standing members, Les has taken on every meeting role with dedication and belief in the process. His commitment reminds us that the more we do it, the more natural we become and that consistency never lets us down.

Thank you, Les, for leading by example. Keep learning, and keep believing in ourselves.

09/12/2025

🎤 Vadim, who joined our Newcastle speaking club after the summer, delivered his first speech with remarkable strength and confidence.

Thank you, Vadim, for trusting us with your story and for sharing the rich history of your homeland. Your courage and authenticity inspired us all.

🌟 Moments like this remind us why we love this club, a space where stories, voices, and people flourish.

Well done, Vadim! 👏

02/12/2025

🌟 Esther, our Agora Speakers International 2025 Contest World Champion! 🌟

You can hear her trademark charisma and beautifully crafted speech at our Monday's meeting. Her delivery always inspires and reminds us why we love speaking. 🎤✨

Come along to watch how our members shape their speeches with creativity and confidence. It’s a joy just to listen and learn.

Not ready to speak yet? No worries , you are welcome to join us simply for inspiration and to explore different speech styles.

💛 Join us and be inspired!

14/11/2025

Our tech wizard, MO Adil Imran gave us a great demo of what being a Timer entails.
The Timer is the heartbeat of every meeting, keeping us on track, ensuring speeches and evaluations stay within their allotted time. It’s a role that teaches discipline, focus, and quick thinking, all essential for effective communication. Want to experience this role and sharpen your time management skills? Come and join us !

14/11/2025

✨ Last Session Highlights ✨
We had an amazing meeting led by Peter, who not only guided us as the meeting leader but also delivered an insightful Education Slot!
One key takeaway? The power of a proper handshake.
It’s more than just a greeting—it sets the tone for first impressions and can speak volumes about confidence and professionalism.
💡 Don’t underestimate this simple gesture. Practice makes perfect!
Want to learn more practical communication skills like this? Join us at our next session!

Good Morning I hope you had a great meeting last night.Another interesting word today. *Posthaste* PRONUNCIATION:(post-h...
04/11/2025

Good Morning I hope you had a great meeting last night.
Another interesting word today.
*Posthaste* PRONUNCIATION:
(post-hayst)

*MEANING* :
adverb: With great speed.

ETYMOLOGY:
From the phrase “haste, post, haste” Earliest documented use: 1545.

NOTES:
Before email, air mail, and the telegraph, high-speed delivery meant a person on horseback galloping through mud, rain, and the occasional chicken crossing the road (Why?). The posts were stations along the route where tired messengers and their exhausted mounts could be quickly swapped out for fresh ones. If a letter had to be delivered quickly, it was inscribed “Haste, post, haste.” Over time, the phrase shortened to posthaste (or post-haste). You could say posthaste is the ancestor of ASAP, only dustier and with more horsepower.

USAGE:
“Moses [Brown] rode posthaste to Boston, and got John released.”
Frances Fitzgerald; Peculiar Institutions; The New Yorker; Sep 12, 2005.

See more usage examples of posthaste in Vocabulary.com’s dictionary.
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02/11/2025

👏 Big thanks to Richard! 👏 Thanks Richard for wrapping up our last meeting as the meeting leader, he delivered the role brilliantly and kept us all on track! 🌟
Fancy giving it a go next time? Come and practice your leadership skills, we’d love to see new faces take the lead. I'm sure Richard would be happy to share his experience with anyone interested in stepping up! 💬💼

Huge congratulations to Irina, who was nominated for having the Best Hot Question in our last session! 👏🔥 Who’s ready to...
02/11/2025

Huge congratulations to Irina, who was nominated for having the Best Hot Question in our last session! 👏🔥 Who’s ready to take on the challenge in our next session? 💬💡
Let’s keep the energy going—bring your curiosity, bold questions, and brilliant thinking!

Good morning Good morning. Your word for today is *Authentic* *Definition* The primary definition of authentic is:Of un...
02/10/2025

Good morning
Good morning.
Your word for today is *Authentic*
*Definition*
The primary definition of authentic is:

Of undisputed origin; genuine.

Example: "The museum verified that the sculpture was an authentic piece from the Ming dynasty."

Made or done in the traditional or original way, or in a way that faithfully resembles an original.

Example: "She prepared a truly authentic Italian pasta sauce, using a recipe passed down for generations."

True to one's own personality, spirit, or character.

Example: "He gained a loyal following because his social media presence was so honest and authentic."

*Etymology* (Word Origin)
The word authentic comes from the Greek word αυθϵντικo
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(**authentikós), which means "principal," "genuine," or "original."

This word is derived from αυθϵντη
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(**authentēs), meaning "one who does things himself," "master," or "author."

The word passed into Late Latin as authenticus and then into Old French as autentique before arriving in Middle English around the 14th century. The core idea throughout its history is originality and authority (as in the source being the author or master).

*Synonyms and Antonyms*

*Synonyms* (Words with similar meaning)
Genuine

Veritable

Bona fide

Real

True

Original

Legitimate

Undisputed

Sincere (when referring to a person or emotion)

*Antonyms* (Words with opposite meaning)

Fake

Counterfeit

Spurious

False

Unreal

Unverifiable

Imitation

Fabricated
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