I’ve been a speech judge for about three years, and this is probably one of my favorite oratories - and as a former oratory competitor myself, you sure make this look easy. It is also great educational footage to show someone new to oratory what a high skill level looks like. From a technical perspective, the way you walk across the stage and then return to your first point after your “thank you” joke in the introduction is very well executed and a clever way to move in your space while still staying within your introduction area. Your vocal quality, energy and tone is all at a very high level and it’s impressive how calm you are as you pull this all off. The ending is emotionally powerful and very real, and solid pauses that add depth, and loved the humor throughout. I wanted to be sure to note for everyone that this is what oratory looks like at a top competitive level. This is up there as one of my all time favorite oratories. Thank you for posting for all to see.
Headed to Nats ‘23 for Oratory in a couple months and I’m still getting chills from this even though I’ve seen it like 6 times. So good man, you are an inspiration
As a middle school coach, thank you for posting your Original Oratory on TH-cam that is fabulous, performed flawlessly, informative, complex, yet on a topic that I can actually, per district restrictions, show my 6th graders. You did a wonderful job, and while not your coach, as a former competitor myself, I'm proud of you.
I’m preparing for my first ever speech competition and I’m finishing up writing my original oratory and this has me crying. The ending was powerful and makes me feel for all the seniors on my team.
I can't believe I didn't think to ask about this before, but question... Did any judge take your opening joke literally and start to call out your time before you returned?
UPDATE: I know I promised this almost a year ago, but a full how-to guide on OO from start to finish is in the works! Stay tuned!!
This is good news as I have three kids who have started trying to write OO/OA speeches for our April tournament.
For all my speech students/coaches out there, like this comment if you'd like a step-by-step guide to my approach to original oratory!
Yes please!
could i get one too plz?
@@cowsgomoo4514 I am planning to start posting videos walking through the process so be on the lookout/sign up for notifications
yes please!
Yes!!
I’ve been a speech judge for about three years, and this is probably one of my favorite oratories - and as a former oratory competitor myself, you sure make this look easy. It is also great educational footage to show someone new to oratory what a high skill level looks like.
From a technical perspective, the way you walk across the stage and then return to your first point after your “thank you” joke in the introduction is very well executed and a clever way to move in your space while still staying within your introduction area.
Your vocal quality, energy and tone is all at a very high level and it’s impressive how calm you are as you pull this all off. The ending is emotionally powerful and very real, and solid pauses that add depth, and loved the humor throughout. I wanted to be sure to note for everyone that this is what oratory looks like at a top competitive level.
This is up there as one of my all time favorite oratories. Thank you for posting for all to see.
Headed to Nats ‘23 for Oratory in a couple months and I’m still getting chills from this even though I’ve seen it like 6 times. So good man, you are an inspiration
Best of luck!
Are you going to NSDA Nats in Phoenix or NCFL Nats in Louisville? If it's the latter I'll be there too!
Bro that ending made me cry
As a middle school coach, thank you for posting your Original Oratory on TH-cam that is fabulous, performed flawlessly, informative, complex, yet on a topic that I can actually, per district restrictions, show my 6th graders. You did a wonderful job, and while not your coach, as a former competitor myself, I'm proud of you.
I am doing an OO next year, and I've been watching a lot of OOs to help me write one. Your OO is by far my favorite.
I love your speech! I am part of Speech and Debate and you are my inspiration bro!
I’m preparing for my first ever speech competition and I’m finishing up writing my original oratory and this has me crying. The ending was powerful and makes me feel for all the seniors on my team.
Hey man, this video was great and has been inspirational in me joining speech & debate. Thank you!
Wow! This speech is amazing!!
太绝了，感谢分享
thanx for your comment!! Good Preaching!! a good skill.
Can't wait to give this in Dec this year
Would you be willing to share the transcript of this speech--for educational purposes?
I have the same request. I would love to run this speech as a Declamation for my Middle Schoolers!
Yes, email me at justincooperspeech@gmail.com
wow dude this is goooooooooooooooooooood
I can't believe I didn't think to ask about this before, but question... Did any judge take your opening joke literally and start to call out your time before you returned?
Hi couch Justin it's me your debate student Amy Ma
I'm gonna subscribe u
Hi, i have written my OO, and I was wondering if there is any way i can send you my OO?( Maybe VIA email).
Is this persuasive? Thanks!
This is for original oratory, which can be persuasive in nature
bing bing bong I am cool man woowowoow hello who reads this words man insert nothing nemver
He is speaking the language of gods
Is this the kid from Liar Liar with Jim Carrey?