ON THE SPOT: SPONTAENOUS SPEAKING & DEBATING
Ever walk away from a conversation thinking…
“Ugh—I wish I would’ve said that”?
Maybe it was at work, when a coworker crossed a line.
Or maybe it was just a stranger being rude—and you froze.
You’re not alone. Most of us were never taught how to speak up, stay calm under pressure, or defend ourselves clearly and confidently.
That’s what we’re here to change.
On the Spot: Spontaneous Speaking & Debating is a live, weekly practice space for building real-world speaking confidence.
We're ordinary people pushing past that “stuck” feeling and learning to respond with strength and confidence in everyday situations.
Free weekly sessions. Spontaneous prompts. Debates. Feedback. Growth.
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Want to stop second-guessing yourself and start speaking with confidence—at work, at home, and in everyday conversations?
Drop your info below to get updates on our weekly live sessions, plus tips, tools, and real talk on how to hold your ground when it counts.
Who We Are.
On the Spot: Spontaneous Speaking & Debating is a growing community where everyday people practice the skill most of us were never taught: how to speak up with clarity and confidence in real-life situations.
Whether it’s holding your own in a tough conversation, standing up for yourself at work, or knowing what to say when someone crosses a line—we’re here to help you stop freezing and start finding your voice.
Being put on the spot can feel nerve-racking. That’s why we’ve built a welcoming, structured space to practice thinking on your feet, sharpening your responses, and speaking with more presence—all without judgment, and at no cost while we’re in our pilot phase.
We’re not polished pros or seasoned debaters. We’re regular people, just like you, growing together—one session at a time.
Ready to see what it’s like?
Fill out the quick form below and we’ll send you the next Zoom link. No fees. No pressure. Just real practice with real people.
100% Free Pilot Experience
Why Spontaneous Speaking & Debating?
You know that moment when someone says something rude…
and hours later, you’re still thinking, “I should’ve said this…”?
Whether it’s a pushy coworker, a passive-aggressive comment at dinner, or a stranger cutting in line—life constantly puts us on the spot. And too often, we freeze. We go silent. We walk away replaying the moment, wishing we’d stood our ground.
That’s what this space is for.
On The Spot is about helping you speak up in the moments that matter—with confidence, calm, and clarity. Not with a rehearsed speech. Just with your real voice.
Here’s what you’ll practice:
You don’t need to be a “public speaker” to benefit.
You just need to want to stop getting steamrolled in conversations—and start speaking up for yourself.
We’re here to help you practice that.
How it Works (Minute by Minute)
Every Wednesday at 7 PM CDT—come get your weekly dose of real-life speaking practice.
Minutes 0-3
Welcome & Ground Rules
Quick intros, how timing works, and random speaker order.
Purpose:
Set the tone, calm nerves, and create a judgment-free zone.
Minutes 3-8
Skill of the Week
A quick 5-minute breakdown of a real communication tool—like “The Broken Record Technique” or “How to Pause Before Responding.”
Purpose:
Give you one practical speaking skill to try out during today’s session.
Minutes 8-26
60-Second Real-Life Scenarios
You get a random everyday situation—like someone cutting you off mid-sentence or your mom making a sly comment at dinner.
10 seconds to think, 60 seconds to respond.
Purpose: Practice asserting yourself and speaking up in the moments that matter most.
Minutes 26-41
Mini-Debate #1
Two people face off on a friendly, thought-provoking topic.
Each gives a short opening, a little back-and-forth, then a closing.
Purpose: Learn to stay grounded, think critically, and defend your point of view calmly.
Minutes 41-56
Mini-Debate #2
New topic, new speakers.
Purpose: More reps, more perspectives, more growth.
Minutes 56-60
Wrap & Feedback
Each speaker gets:
✔️ One thing they did well
➡️ One idea for next time
Purpose: Build confidence with small, helpful takeaways.
Whose Behind On the Spot?
Founder
Tyus "Ty" A. Kemper
Ex-Navy leader (USS Ronald Reagan), Johns Hopkins medical researcher, MBA admit—and med-school selectee who walked away from an it all for a greater purpose. I’ve thrived in intense pressure environments—Aircraft flight decks, research lab benches, underwater construction, and business ventures. Now, I’m turning those hard-won skills into real-world speaking shortcuts so you can stop thinking “I wish I’d said that” and instead own every conversation that matters.
