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Humorous graduation speech about a catfrom @officialbgsu
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Overview
The university president delivers a commencement speech, sharing a humorous anecdote about a graduating cat named Pudge. He discusses the age-old question of dogs versus cats, revealing that Bowling Green has turned out to be a cat place. He then shows images of Pudge on the screen and thanks Pudge and his owner for being a part of the university's unique experience.
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Simple outline
- 1Tease class achievement
- 2Pose a timeless question
- 3Reveal viral sensation
- 4Offer heartfelt recognition
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Classification
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Hook analysis
What stops the scroll in the first 3 seconds
Verbal hook · 65%
It turns out, a member of this class, your class was one that better a question as as old as tier.
Visual hook · 35%
Speaker in academic regalia at a podium with university seal.
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Hook template
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It turns out, is actually a place.
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- — It turns out, this gym is actually a book-club place.
- — It turns out, our neighborhood is actually a backyard-chicken place.
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Hook and payoff
The promise the opener makes, and how the video pays it back
Hook
The speaker teases a unique achievement by a member of the graduating class, piquing curiosity.
Payoff
The speaker concludes by thanking the cat and its owner for their unique contribution, leaving the audience with a positive and memorable impression.
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Narrative framework
The structural pattern this video runs on
Framework
Unexpected Graduation Shoutout
A graduation speech takes an unexpected turn by highlighting a non-traditional 'student' who gained viral fame.
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The Timeless Question
The speaker introduces a seemingly unrelated, age-old debate to create anticipation and humor.
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The Unexpected Answer
The speaker reveals that the university has become known for something unexpected, setting up the reveal.
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The Viral Reveal
The speaker reveals the viral sensation, a cat in graduation attire, triggering audience delight.
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The Heartfelt Recognition
The speaker directly addresses the cat and its owner, offering sincere congratulations and a sense of belonging.
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The Humorous Disclaimer
The speaker adds a humorous disclaimer about his dog, reinforcing the lighthearted tone.
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Trends
Post caption
We kindly ask that you don’t tell @pres_rogers dog, Fiona, about today 😉🐾🎓
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Transcript
It turns out, a member of this class, your class was one that better a question as as old as tier. Dogs or cats? Well, Bowling Green has turned out to be a cat place, okay? Pudge took Bowling Green, the nation, even the world best storm this fall. And Pudge, well he too is getting ready for what's next. Pudge, we want you to know that you are always, will always have a home here at Bowling Green. Now don't tell my dog I said that, okay? Better, Pudge and George, thank you for being a part of this unique experience at Bowling Green.