On demand · Schools, colleges & communities
Tongue & Thunder
Speak. Express. Lead.
A 2-day communication and public-speaking experience for young people aged 18–24 — speaking drills, storytelling, debates, presentations and real-time feedback, facilitated by Sarah Mashhood and Umair Jaliawala. Previously run as a public three-city tour; now delivered in house, on demand, at your own school, college or community.
“Tongue is finding the words. Thunder is making them land.”
2 days
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Ages 18–24
Students & young professionals
Up to 100
Participants per cohort
On demand
Delivered at your campus
Two days. Real growth.
What you'll walk away with
Build confidence
Turn nerves into your strength.
Tell stories that stick
Make people feel, think and remember.
Debate & persuade
Think fast. Make your point.
Present like a pro
Structure. Clarity. Impact.
Find your signature style
Be authentic. Be unforgettable.
Take on the final showdown
Perform. Get feedback. Leave with a win.
Confidence · Clarity · Expression · Persuasion · Presence
How the two days run
Day by day
Day 1
Find your voice
Confidence. Clarity. Connection.
- 9:00 amRegistration & Welcome
- 9:30 amOpening Kick-Off
- 10:15 amTeam Formation
- 11:00 amTea Break
- 11:30 amCommunication Foundations
- 12:30 pmInteractive Challenges
- 1:00 pmLunch Break
- 2:00 pmPersuasion & Influence
- 3:00 pmTea Break
- 3:30 pmYour Speaking Persona
- 4:30 pmReflections & Wrap-Up
Day 2
Own the room
Stories. Presence. Impact.
- 9:00 amVocal Warm-Up & Energizer
- 9:30 amThink on Your Feet
- 10:30 amPresentation Skills
- 11:00 amTea Break
- 11:30 amStorytelling That Sticks
- 12:30 pmDebate & Discussion
- 1:00 pmLunch Break
- 2:00 pmReal-World Scenarios
- 3:00 pmTea Break
- 3:30 pmFinal Speaking Challenge
- 4:30 pmCertificates & Closing
Both days run 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Certificates are awarded at the close of Day 2 — shown here as delivered; timings flex to fit your school's day.
Bring it to your campus
Book Tongue & Thunder for your school.
Available in house, on demand, for schools, colleges and communities — the same two-day programme, delivered for your own students. Tell us about your group and we'll shape a proposal.
- 1Tell usYour school or organisation, group size and when you're thinking of running it.
- 2Let's discussWe'll confirm scope, dates and a tailored quote for your group.
- 3Bring it to lifeUmair and Sarah deliver the two days at your campus.