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Roy Herron's Blog Speeches Past Speeches Make a Speech Request Books Excerpts Reviews Order Senator The 24th District Floor Leader Children and Youth News Room Submit Your Photos Bills Sponsored Committees Contribute Healthier Tennesseans Articles by Roy		What People Are Saying About Roy's Speaking “Roy Herron has a unique quality: When he speaks, you end up not only liking him, but liking yourself, and your neighbor a little bit better. Life seems a little sweeter, a little more abundant ... and much more amusing. His positive energy radiates, fills the room, and follows you out the door!” -Peter Patch, President, Patch and Associates Consulting "Whenever I hear Roy begin to speak, I know I'm in for a treat. I know I'm going to laugh, and probably fight back some tears, as well. And I know I'm going to learn something new. Most all, I know Roy will convey his far-reaching humanity to those of us lucky enough to hear him." -Laurence Bergreen, Author and Biographer “I have heard Roy Herron speak many times and always leave feeling moved, inspired, and spiritually enriched. His gift for connecting to the audience makes him a perfect choice for any kind of group and his unforgettable stories and lessons learned will touch the hearts of all who hear him.” -Nell Minow, Movie Critic and Chair, The Corporate Library ”At a weekend chock full of expert speakers, any talk by Roy Herron is a highlight. He can discuss serious themes expertly, or bring down the house with his sharp wit, or, remarkably, do both in a short period of time. And in both cases, his generous spirit shines through.” -Professor Howard Gardner, MacArthur Prize Winner “Roy is a fantastic speaker. He regaled us with stories from Tennessee showing both humor and having a poignant message. He drew the audience in to his every word, built up suspense and ended with a great crescendo that brought down the house.” -Michael Breyer, Entrepreneur "The most effective speaker is the guy whose quiet strength and humor sneaks up and mesmerizes you with insight, passion and truth. Roy Herron is the quintessential example of this kind of speaker. When you listen to him, it's as if you were hearing from the Book of Common Sense itself. It is a true delight to spend an hour in a room with Roy Herron and his intellect." -Andy Brack, Publisher, South Carolina Statehouse Report "Roy Herron has an uncanny ability to connect with almost any audience, where you find yourself both entertained and moved. I have seen him amidst many national leaders and even there he clearly stands out." -Michael G. Maudlin, Editorial Director, Harper San Francisco “A dynamic and deeply affecting speaker; I was moved to tears.” -Reverend Diana Beach, Episcopal Priest “Roy Herron combines the clarity of a good teacher, the appeal of a popular politician, the spirit of a committed preacher and the wit of a down-home humorist. Listening to him is both fun and fruitful.” -William Phillips, 1997 Nobel Laureate in Physics "Roy Herron is one of the most alive, entertaining speakers it has been my privilege to hear. He captivates his audience from the start and both informs, challenges, and amuses...an awesome task few can master." -The Reverend Helen M. Moore, Interim Rector, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Richmond, Virginia “Not only is Roy Herron a great public speaker, but he also is a great Master of Ceremonies as we have observed him on several occasions. And he is an excellent dance instructor!”- Sara Hildebrand, Director, Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation “Roy’s speaking is like an embracing arm around the shoulders. With candor, humor, and insight, Roy weaves a tale that leaves the listener surprised, wiser and more hopeful.” - Rabbi Elie Spitz, Congregation B’nai Israel “Roy Herron is a modern-day Will Rogers! With his blend of wit and wisdom, Roy turns the challenges of daily life into moving insights. Whether commenting on public issues or family life, Roy weaves an amusing—and compelling—tale. Old Will would like him.” - Lee Clark Johns, Strategic Communication, Inc. “The good news is that Roy Herron is speaking at your event. The bad news is that you have to follow him! Herron is a national treasure, in the story-telling tradition of Mark Twain and Garrison Keillor. He spins out tales that make you laugh, but leave you nodding. He has wit and wisdom, good sense and a good heart. Roy Herron is a born raconteur. I can't wait to hear him again.”- Professor Carolyn Matalene, University of South Carolina “Roy Herron is a deeply thoughtful and provocative speaker. He can motivate a room, like no one else, with personal warmth and sparkling humor. He is a treasure with much to offer.”- Marion Kahn, Marion Kahn Communications “In a well-spoken and highly sophisticated crowd, Roy continues to shine. He is a witty, charming, dynamic speaker. He always moves the crowd, especially on his favorite subject—political humor.” - Edward Yeh, M.D., The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center & Hui-Ming Chang, M.D., M.P.H., The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston "Roy is a terrific communicator. We had a great response to his humorous, insightful and at times, very touching presentation." - Scott Smith, Arkansas Medical Society "Have Roy over to give a speech or do a reading or just to talk politics and religion and fatherhood, but rest well the night before. He bristles with energy and good sense. He'll wear you out, and you'll be glad for the trip. He is one of those rare beings--a good man." -Dale Brown, Festival of Faith & Writing, Calvin College "As both writer and speaker, Roy Herron is someone well worth listening to. He's entertaining and inspiring, a real craftsperson with words." -Greg Garrett, Art & Soul Conference, Baylor University "Mr. Roy Herron, an AWESOME speaker, spoke at our Christmas Party. His message was inspirational, we laughed, we cried, and had a wonderful time." -Chanel M. Wilson, Cott Beverages "When Roy is on stage, everybody knows the room is in good hands. Several times I have even seen him use his trademark gentle humor to rescue fellow speakers from those potentially awkward moments live events often bring. He is a wonder, and a true pleasure, to see speak" -John Neffinger, Attorney and former Communications Director, Belfer Center, Harvard University "Roy Herron rivets his audience from the first word he utters because it is so clear that he not only speaks with great intelligence and eloquence but also from a deep and loving heart" -Mac Frampton, Concert Performer and President, Music Art, Inc.
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What People Are Saying About Roy's Speaking

“Roy Herron has a unique quality: When he speaks, you end up not only liking him, but liking yourself, and your neighbor a little bit better. Life seems a little sweeter, a little more abundant ... and much more amusing. His positive energy radiates, fills the room, and follows you out the door!” -Peter Patch, President, Patch and Associates Consulting

"Whenever I hear Roy begin to speak, I know I'm in for a treat. I know I'm going to laugh, and probably fight back some tears, as well. And I know I'm going to learn something new. Most all, I know Roy will convey his far-reaching humanity to those of us lucky enough to hear him." -Laurence Bergreen, Author and Biographer

“I have heard Roy Herron speak many times and always leave feeling moved, inspired, and spiritually enriched. His gift for connecting to the audience makes him a perfect choice for any kind of group and his unforgettable stories and lessons learned will touch the hearts of all who hear him.” -Nell Minow, Movie Critic and Chair, The Corporate Library

”At a weekend chock full of expert speakers, any talk by Roy
Herron is a highlight. He can discuss serious themes expertly, or bring
down the house with his sharp wit, or, remarkably, do both in a short
period of time. And in both cases, his generous spirit shines through.” -Professor Howard Gardner, MacArthur Prize Winner

“Roy is a fantastic speaker. He regaled us with stories from Tennessee showing both humor and having a poignant message. He drew the audience in to his every word, built up suspense and ended with a great crescendo that brought down the house.” -Michael Breyer, Entrepreneur

"The most effective speaker is the guy whose quiet strength and humor sneaks up and mesmerizes you with insight, passion and truth. Roy Herron is the quintessential example of this kind of speaker. When you listen to him, it's as if you were hearing from the Book of Common Sense itself. It is a true delight to spend an hour in a room with Roy Herron and his intellect." -Andy Brack, Publisher, South Carolina Statehouse Report

"Roy Herron has an uncanny ability to connect with almost any audience, where you find yourself both entertained and moved. I have seen him amidst many national leaders and even there he clearly stands out." -Michael G. Maudlin, Editorial Director, Harper San Francisco

“A dynamic and deeply affecting speaker; I was moved to tears.” -Reverend Diana Beach, Episcopal Priest

“Roy Herron combines the clarity of a good teacher, the appeal of a popular politician, the spirit of a committed preacher and the wit of a down-home humorist. Listening to him is both fun and fruitful.” -William Phillips, 1997 Nobel Laureate in Physics

"Roy Herron is one of the most alive, entertaining speakers it has been my privilege to hear. He captivates his audience from the start and both informs, challenges, and amuses...an awesome task few can master." -The Reverend Helen M. Moore, Interim Rector, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Richmond, Virginia

“Not only is Roy Herron a great public speaker, but he also is a great Master of Ceremonies as we have observed him on several occasions. And he is an excellent dance instructor!”- Sara Hildebrand, Director, Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation

“Roy’s speaking is like an embracing arm around the shoulders. With candor, humor, and insight, Roy weaves a tale that leaves the listener surprised, wiser and more hopeful.” - Rabbi Elie Spitz, Congregation B’nai Israel

“Roy Herron is a modern-day Will Rogers! With his blend of wit and wisdom, Roy turns the challenges of daily life into moving insights. Whether commenting on public issues or family life, Roy weaves an amusing—and compelling—tale. Old Will would like him.”
- Lee Clark Johns, Strategic Communication, Inc.

“The good news is that Roy Herron is speaking at your event. The bad news is that you have to follow him! Herron is a national treasure, in the story-telling tradition of Mark Twain and Garrison Keillor. He spins out tales that make you laugh, but leave you nodding. He has wit and wisdom, good sense and a good heart. Roy Herron is a born raconteur. I can't wait to hear him again.”- Professor Carolyn Matalene, University of South Carolina

“Roy Herron is a deeply thoughtful and provocative speaker. He can motivate a room, like no one else, with personal warmth and sparkling humor. He is a treasure with much to offer.”- Marion Kahn, Marion Kahn Communications

“In a well-spoken and highly sophisticated crowd, Roy continues to shine. He is a witty, charming, dynamic speaker. He always moves the crowd, especially on his favorite subject—political humor.” - Edward Yeh, M.D., The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center & Hui-Ming Chang, M.D., M.P.H., The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

"Roy is a terrific communicator. We had a great response to his humorous, insightful and at times, very touching presentation." - Scott Smith, Arkansas Medical Society

"Have Roy over to give a speech or do a reading or just to talk politics and religion and fatherhood, but rest well the night before. He bristles with energy and good sense. He'll wear you out, and you'll be glad for the trip. He is one of those rare beings--a good man." -Dale Brown, Festival of Faith & Writing, Calvin College

"As both writer and speaker, Roy Herron is someone well worth listening to.
He's entertaining and inspiring, a real craftsperson with words." -Greg Garrett, Art & Soul Conference, Baylor University

"Mr. Roy Herron, an AWESOME speaker, spoke at our Christmas Party. His message was inspirational, we laughed, we cried, and had a wonderful time." -Chanel M. Wilson, Cott Beverages

"When Roy is on stage, everybody knows the room is in good hands. Several times I have even seen him use his trademark gentle humor to rescue fellow speakers from those potentially awkward moments live events often bring. He is a wonder, and a true pleasure, to see speak" -John Neffinger, Attorney and former Communications Director, Belfer Center, Harvard University

"Roy Herron rivets his audience from the first word he utters because it is so clear that he not only speaks with great intelligence and eloquence but also from a deep and loving heart" -Mac Frampton, Concert Performer and President, Music Art, Inc.