Trendsspeaking topic
The video essay renaissance, why the supposed goldfish generation willingly watches three-hour analyses of films and games.
— YouTube (video essay renaissance)
practice with this topic
Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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