Forum: Original Speeches

So, I'll preface this by saying that Oratory is without a doubt my favorite event (arguably the best one...). But still, there are trends that...

completely disregarding the fact that many quals have yet to occur, does anybody have any names that they think might go far at nationals, or do...

Well, I did one of these last year, so I might as well do one this year. So, I'll begin with the same question: Who has any results in Original...

For those of you who were at Berkeley and got a chance to watch the Oratory finals.. how did they go? I didn't get to see it, but I wanted to. Can...

this is my first year in Forensics! just a freshman :) i was wondering, is anyone willing to read my speech so far? help me out a tad? i just feel...

Since everyone's predicting big hitters for their event in their areas...why not do it for the event of oratory as a whole? So, who's back next year?

Where do you think personal stories in an oratory go over the edge? i.e. Telling your audience you were raped, a family member was killed, etc. ...

This was the performance order: 1) Rory Squire - "Uncle Maxim Digs Dead Animals" (Madison County, VA) 2) John Hofmeister - "Harvey & Jack" (Apple...

Hey everyone! This is my first year doing speech/debate and at my school, we are required to compete in OO. I do have an idea for my oratory,...

Hello everyone!! Im new to this site, but Im a varsity competitior. Im new to oroatory though and would like some advice on how to begin. My topic is...

Hi everyone! My daughter (11th grade) and I are brainstorming topics for this season ... she performs in the entertainment division writing her own...

Hi. I'm doing an Expos this year, and it's become very difficult. Here, in Mississippi, the event has a five minute time limit. I know that in most...

Do judges count you off for Having a really funny OO? :confused:

Exactly what an appropriate OO topic is? I do to an extent, but at the same time I am extremely confused. I understand the catagory, but I don't...

can someone who does california style/ "real" expos (the kind with boards) read my speech over and critique it for me? my speech runs a little...

so let's see what everyone is doing this year. Put your title and what your piece is about. title: Hamsters, Heroes, and Fat Men About: the...

I really need an awesome informative topic. PLEASE HELP!!!