At this year's Yale Invitational, 105 Extempers competed for a spot in the final. Joining the podcast for this episode are 5 of the 6 finalists: Al Zaidi, Sophia Amundgaard, Aparna Iyer, Daphne Kalir-Starr, and Manuela Meija-Fanjul. Unfortunately, finalist Max Goldstein could not join us, but participated in spirit!
Over the span of three eventful zoom calls, the 2025 finalists, along with co-hosts Noori and Marcel, reflected on the tournament, analyzed their final round questions, and shared plenty of laughs along the way.
We hope you enjoy the September episode of the Extemper's Bible Podcast!
Inspired by her teammates, family, and... Fed Chair Jerome Powell?
In this episode of the Extemper's Bible Podcast, Marcel interviews 2025 NSDA USX Runner-Up, Sofia Villagra. Sofia speaks on the NSDA Nationals experience, moments of growth, and shares her favorite Extemp memories.
Special thanks to Sofia Villagra for the interview and Noori Choudhary for coordinating and preparing the questions!
An Unhinged Episode | NIETOC Champion Anwen Williams
Anwen & Kate catch up about Extemp, discussing everything from crazy tournament stories to .. rerun octos rounds??
Tune in to this interview with our NIETOC Champ and NCFL runner up!
Is it a bird? A plane? Nope, it’s just next year’s co-hosts, Noori and Marcel!
Hailing from Pennsylvania, they’re both so excited to introduce themselves, in this very mindful episode. As the season turns to State tournaments, TOC’s, and Nationals, make sure you’re not just prepping speeches…but taking care of yourself :)
Happy listening!
Bradley Wascher — epic high school & collegiate competitor, coach, and political expert — is here with Vasu & Kate!
Tune in to hear Bradley’s takes on extemp, and how he’d “clean” up the circuit!
(Get it, because his last name is WAS(C)HER? …he laughed at this title, I promise - Kate)
Enjoy this expert interview!
Extemp may be getting too meta here at the Extemper’s Bible…
Who? (Kate & Andrew Moffitt)
What? (Doing an Interview)
When? (Now!)
Why? (Because we’re nerds!)
How? (Press play and hear!)
Tune in to hear your favorite host, Kate, with NIETOC Question Writer: Andrew Moffitt! As the ‘Extemp Guy’ himself, he’s got opinions on the circuit, equity, and extemp at large!
Link to Andrew’s free weekly extemp questions!
It’s the start of 2025, but not the Extemper’s Bible! Here’s a quick breakdown of what Extemporaneous Speaking really is! The basics are just as important as our organization is ;)
If you’re looking for more resources like this, check out our articles and free presentations on extempers.org !
In this episode Vasu (the prelim warrior) interviews Kate (who ranked below said prelim warrior) about winning the Glenbrooks, and extemp at large!
Whether it’s our nonchalantness or lack thereof, enjoy this interviewer-turned-interviewee saga! Juniors, sophomores, and freshmen, please continue to practice…we’re just some exhausted seniors.
PS, I’m still the best host :)
X, Kate
Today, Kate and Vasu chat about the (incredibly vague) Glenbrooks topic areas, and what might be in store this weekend in good ol' Chicago!
Unfortunately, no deep-dish pizza or beans is being eaten during this episode, but there will be this weekend! Be sure to come and say hi to your least favorite (Vasu) and favorite (Kate) podcast hosts during the tournament!
Enjoy this quick analysis episode -- we'll catch y'all at the Bean!
We're not religious or biblical, just some extemper's having fun!
Welcome to this short episode previewing what the Bible has to come for 2024-2025...and unfortunately the beginning of the end of Vasu & Kate's hosting career.
This season has so much going on, and we're here to help. Enjoy our (re) Genesis!
For the start of September (and the season!), enjoy this quick news and drills recap!
Enjoy this random phonecall between Téa and Kate! We chat about the best podcasts, and the worst hosts (Vasu).
VOTE KATE ON THE POLL
- not biased -
x, Kate
At last the best host on this show, Kate, interviewed the USX National Champion and her new best friend Téa!
In this quick recap, Kate and Vasu run down some facts about some recent US events!
So whether it's some fire rhymes or potential crimes, this episode sure is a good time! Enjoy the first in our Extemp Exclusives Episodes!
(PS, Kate made all the rhymes. Just for the record.)
In this interview, we discuss the ENTIRE nats experience with Anthony Babu, the IX Champ. From learning what he did outside of the tournament to how he was able to lock in round after round, we learned about the skills needed that you can implement to become a phenomenal extemper. Get hyped for the USX Interview soon, but until then, we HIGHLY recommend you look at interviews from some or your favorite extempers in the past on the Extemper’s Bible to hear others strategies to really boost your extemp skills!!!
As the NIETOC Champion, Robert has got a lot to TOC (talk) about when it comes to Extemp! (I know, great pun - Kate).
Everything from the "best" news sources to the end of a long season (and all of it's memories) -- Welcome to the end of the 2023-2024 season! It's been a fabulous one.
Enjoy this interview with THE Extemp Drawbert! He's got advice and anecdotes for us all.
Dhruv and Vasu -- dive deep into international conflicts, but we look into the impact the United States can have as well. For IXers and DXers tomorrow, we wish you the best of luck as we go into the national tournament!
Kate's Note: Good luck everyone! Vasu and I can't wait to see everyone tomorrow :D
I may not be a follower of Extemp Jesus, but enjoy this quick content episode with some of the Shrewsbury team! (Even if they're from Boston... Mavs in 7 :) (I don't follow sports.)
While witnessing the leather-something-convention in Chicago -- no, we don't know about that either -- Amy Cao from Ridge High School won the NCFL National Championship, her second major title this season!
Enjoy this chatty interview with Vasu, Kate, and Amy! When we're not glazing the GOATS and Goddesses of Extemp, we're getting some Extemp-BookTok recs -- from a Goddess of Extemp herself.
This is our last interview before NSDA Nationals, but don't fear! Content briefs are coming soon ... just in time for Iowa.
We'll see y'all in the Extemp (corn)-field!
*BTW the title was all Vasu. - Kate <3
In this episode, Vasu dives deep into a topic that is extremely pivotal to converting mediocre speeches to those on the national circuit. With the help of the man, the myrh, the legend, James Gao’s knowledge, we’ll dive deep into advanced substructure!
Ladies, gentlemen, and extempers, she's back: The iconic Miss Sruti Peddi! From being our beloved host to the Harvard Champion, enjoy this special episode with the whole crew!
From some (not so subtle) self-promotion, to fangirling over Carl Azuz, enjoy this (totally not late) episode on the Harvard Tournament!
(P.S. We're so glad she's back too ;)