From a childhood speech impediment to one of America’s most recognizable broadcast voices, Dr. J Thomas Smith is living proof that your struggle can become your superpower.

A consultant, mental health expert, national speaker, attorney, bestselling author, and award-winning broadcaster, Dr. Smith helps audiences strengthen mental resilience, master communication, overcome adversity, and thrive under pressure.

Ideal for: Colleges • Universities • Leadership Conferences • Corporate Events • Mental Health & Wellness Initiatives • Community Organizations

 MEET DR. J THOMAS SMITH

Dr. J Thomas Smith is a state-licensed and national board-certified mental health expert, licensed attorney, transformational mindset coach, and legendary broadcaster whose voice has influenced millions across generations.

After overcoming a childhood speech impediment, “Dr. J”launched his broadcasting career at Detroit’s WGPR before stepping into iconic roles—preceding Howard Stern at WWWW-Detroit, succeeding Wolfman Jack at XERB/XPRS-Los Angeles, and later serving as a Staff Announcer for the American Forces Network, where his voice reached listeners around the world. He preceded Ryan Seacrest at WSTR-Atlanta. His decades-long radio career includes Houston, where he became a staple on KMJQ-Majic 102.1 and the long-running host of Sunday Morning Talk Show.

Dr. Smith is also an award-winning author and documentary producer featured in the Grammy-nominated, Telly Award-winning PBS documentary Diamond Jubilee: A 75 Year Celebration of Carter Broadcast. He currently serves as President of the National Black Radio Hall of Fame – Texas Chapter.

His community impact has earned him the NAACP ALEX Award, Community Hero Award, Texas Trailblazer Award, Man of Style and Substance, Top 50 Black Attorneys, and an official proclamation declaring June 4th as Dr. J Thomas Smith Day in Houston.

Today, Dr. Smith brings a high-energy, heart-centered, research-informed approach to stages nationwide. His signature resilience framework — The FLOW Method™ — helps students, leaders, and organizations build clarity, confidence, and emotional strength in an increasingly complex world.

WHY BOOK DR. SMITH?

✔ A cinematic personal story that grips and inspires
Speech impediment → Broadcast legend → National mental health voice.

✔ Cross-domain expertise buyers trust
Mental health, leadership, student success, communication, adversity.

✔ A proven communicator with global reach
Preceded Howard Stern. Succeeded Wolfman Jack. AFN announcer. Iconic.

✔ A licensed mental health professional
Trauma-aware, evidence-informed content your audience can apply.

✔ Framework-driven transformation
The FLOW Method™ and The Dog of Determination™ spark lasting change.

✔ Stage presence
Warm, engaging, funny, masterful delivery with a broadcaster’s precision.

SIGNATURE KEYNOTE TOPICS

1. Stronger Than Stress: The Mental Resilience Playbook
A dynamic session that helps students and professionals build resilience, reduce overwhelm, and strengthen emotional well-being.

2. The FLOW Method™: Focus. Vision. Voice. Calm. Action.
Dr. Smith’s signature framework for unlocking clarity, confidence, and consistent execution.

3. The Dog of Determination™: How to Persevere and Finish What You Start
A motivational powerhouse keynote rooted in grit, courage, and true-life resilience.

4. Unlock Your Voice: Communication Mastery for Leaders
Drawing on 40+ years behind the mic, Dr. Smith teaches influence, presence, tone, and authentic communication.

5. Turning Adversity Into Advantage
Transform setbacks into strategies — a perfect keynote for commencements, retreats, and leadership programs.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Audiences learn to:

• Build resilience under academic and professional pressure
• Strengthen focus and decision-making
• Communicate with clarity and authority
• Reframe adversity into purposeful growth
• Reduce stress using practical tools
• Lead with empathy, presence, and influence