Historic Moments in Speech

Features a collection of some of the well-known speeches from leaders around the world. From presidents, prime ministers, czars, queens and kings, dramatic words that changed the course of history and inspired millions worldwide. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Success in public life is often defined by winning elections, although many candidates that do not win go on to contribute publicly and make positive changes. Speeches are featured from those candidates that fell short of the votes needed to beat their rivals but continued to fight for their political ideals and issues. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

In a short period of time, technology has exploded in the world market to a point where many cannot imagine a life without smartphones, tablets, and computers. With each new upgrade, technology compounds existing technologies to create something better than what was previously used before. Included are speeches from technical innovators, executives in the field of technology, developers, prognosticators, and others. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Featured speeches from past political conventions include candidates, presidents, senators, and members of Congress, mayors, governors, Hollywood celebrities, and more. This product includes such famous addresses as JFK's acceptance speech, Ronald Reagan and Ted Kennedy's concession speeches, Mario Cuomo's "Tale of Two Cities", and Clint Eastwood's "Empty Chair," among others. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Republican Party spokespeople include presidents, advisors and candidates. Speeches are given by Barry Goldwater, Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush, George W. Bush, Donald Trump, and others. Words that support the party line and meant to win elections. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

For decades climate scientists have been warning of the dangerous effects of the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. They have urged a variety of measures that might prevent some of those disasters they claim to foresee. Others deny the reality of human-caused climate change and believe that scientists' warnings about the impact are exaggerated. Speeches are presented from both sides of the issue. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Following World War II, through the 1990s, there existed a sense of mutual distrust between the United States and the Soviet Union. The hostile environment included American fears of a Russian plan to control the world and the USSR's resentment over US intervention in foreign countries. The Cold War includes such speeches as JFK's address to the nation on the arms buildup in Cuba and commending West Berliners on their dedication to democracy, Presidents Nixon and Ford on treaty talks in Helsinki, and Ronald Reagan confronting Mikhail Gorbachev at the Berlin Wall. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

In 1960 the first televised presidential debate was broadcast featuring Vice President Richard Nixon and Senator John F. Kennedy. It instantly turned television into an important national political tool. Included are some of the classic encounters between political rivals-Reagan vs. Carter, Bill Clinton vs. George H. W. Bush vs. Ross Perot, George W. Bush vs. Al Gore, Barack Obama vs. Mitt Romney, Donald Trump vs. Hillary Clinton. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

The fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan occupied the White House from 1981 to 1989. Among his many acclaimed accomplishments were the destruction of the Berlin Wall and the ultimate break-up of the Soviet Union. Speeches include his Inauguration Address ("... government is the problem"), the Brandenburg Gate ("... tear down this wall"), and many others.Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom

Following the Supreme Court ruling in 1954 striking down the "separate but equal" doctrine, a decade and a half of civil turbulence existed. Civil rights activists used nonviolent protest and civil disobedience to bring about change. This product tells a part of that historic time with speeches from many of those attempting to achieve racial equality.Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom

As a response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, America led a global counterterrorism campaign of limitless scope. Its military dimension involved major wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, covert operations in Yemen and elsewhere, large-scale military assistance programs for cooperative regimes, and major increases in military spending. Included are speeches from presidents, world leaders, military personnel, and others supporting and opposing the efforts. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom

Every four years on January 20, the president of the United States is sworn into office. Most often following a hard-fought campaign season, the voters determine the number of electoral votes each candidate is awarded and the winner takes the oath of office given by the chief justice of the United States. The Inaugurations is a compilation of every inauguration speech given by the newly sworn-in president, from Franklin Delano Roosevelt through Donald J. Trump.

Politicians, government officials, lobbyists, party officials, and others have been accused-and some prosecuted-of various illegal, corrupt, or unethical practices throughout the years. Political Scandals includes speeches from the accused and the accusers in the political arena. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom. WATERGATE 1. President Nixon's first address to the nation, 4/30/73 2. Select committee testimony, 5/17/73-10/3/73 3. President Nixon's address to the nation, 8/15/73 4. President Nixon's answer to House Judiciary Committee, 4/29/74 5. House of Representatives Committee vote on impeachment, 7/28/74 6. Representative Barbara Jordan addresses impeachment proceedings, 7/25/74 7. Senate vote on impeachment, 7/28/74 8. President Nixon resigns, 8/8/74 9. Bob Woodward reflects on Watergate 10. President Ford pardons Richard Nixon, 9/8/74 BILL CLINTON SEX SCANDALS 11. President Clinton denies sexual relations with Monica Lewinski, 1/26/98 12. House impeachment hearings, 8/17/98 13. President Clinton admits affair, 8/17/98 14. Remarks following House vote to impeach, 12/19/98 15. President Clinton calls for conciliation following Senate vote, 2/12/99 16. Paula Jones reflects 17. Juanita Broderick reflects 18. Monica Lewinski reflects IRAN-CONTRA SCANDAL 19. President Reagan addresses the nation on aid to the Contras, 6/24/86 20. President Reagan address to the nation on arms to Iran, 11/13/86 21. Iran-Contras Tower Report, 3/4/87 22. Iran-Contras congressional hearings-Oliver North & Fawn Hall OTHER POLITICAL SCANDALS 23. Anita Hill testimony at Clarence Thomas confirmation hearings 24. Clarence Thomas rebuttal of Anita Hill testimony 25. Ted Kennedy on Chappaquiddick fatal accident 26. John Edwards' press conference on affair and illegitimate child 27. South Carolina governor Mark Sanford confesses affair 28. Gary Hart confesses to affair 29. Anthony Weiner press conference on sexting scandal.

From civil rights lawyer to Illinois State Senator to US Senator, Barack Obama was to become the first African American president of the United States. Speeches include his nomination acceptance, the inauguration, the death of Osama bin Laden, military conflicts, national health care legislation, and more. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

JFK was the youngest man to ever become president of the United States. He took office during mounting Cold War tensions and escalating military activity in Vietnam. Included are speeches on the growing civil rights unrest, the Cuban missile crisis, his attempts to renew a drive for public service, and more. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.

Influenced by the political philosophy of Karl Marx, German immigrants to the US formed small political parties or trade unions based on socialist principles advocating for social justice and labor reforms. The movement continued to rebel against economic inequality. Included are speeches from both sides of the argument for a more socialized society in the United States. Produced by the Speech Resource Company and fully narrated by Robert Wikstrom.