Torsten Schröder – known as a Tagesschau news anchor, author and triathlete – talks with Jana Kulhavy (Speakers Excellence) about his career, personal values and the power of spontaneity in moderation. In this conversation, we learn why versatility matters more than ever, how spontaneity can be trained, and which stages a moderator typically goes through. Drawing on his experience in media, sports and adult education, this episode offers inspiration for anyone looking to grow personally and professionally.
What happens when a moderator, funeral orator, children’s dance teacher and book author are all the same person? In this podcast episode, Jana Kulhavy speaks with Thorsten Schröder about a professional life that shows just how valuable true versatility can be.
Thorsten explains why preparation is essential, yet spontaneity makes the decisive difference – especially when something unexpected happens. From a power outage in the Porsche Arena to deeply emotional moments during funeral ceremonies, he shares how to stay calm, remain authentic and truly connect with people.
You’ll gain insights into his journey from a shy teenager to a moderator of major events, learn how dancing gave him his stage confidence, and hear why he believes spontaneity is something you can practice. He also talks about his core values – joy, harmony and empathy – and how they shape all the roles he embodies.
A key theme of the episode is Thorsten’s passion for versatility. He shows the unique value versatile personalities bring to companies, how teams benefit from them, and why positioning and versatility don’t have to be opposites. He also gives a glimpse into his upcoming specialist book and a possible TV project.
An inspiring episode about the art of vibrant communication – and why people who wear many hats often create the strongest impact.
