Your delivery in court is about more than words—it's about how you keep jurors' brains engaged. Neuroscience tells us the brain loves patterns because they conserve energy. But, once a pattern is predictable, the brain checks out.
In this episode, we'll dive into how novelty—surprise shifts in pitch, pace, volume, melody, or tone—keeps jurors awake, attentive, and ready to remember what matters most.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why the brain craves patterns but also needs novelty to stay engaged.
How monotone delivery triggers jurors' "energy-saving mode."
The neuroscience of surprise and dopamine: why novelty boosts memory.
Practical vocal tools—volume shifts, pauses, melody changes—that reset attention.
How to use novelty generously, without ever becoming "too dramatic."
Key Takeaway
Patterns make jurors' brains comfortable, but novelty makes them remember.
Favorite moment
"A pause isn't just empty space. Silence is one of the most effective novelty tools you have. After you land a powerful phrase, just stop. Jurors will lean forward, waiting for what comes next."
Links & Resources
Top 20 Legal Terms to Avoid: https://www.fostervoicestudio.com/top20
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