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The Talking Stick

The Talking Stick feature allows moderators to determine which participants may speak next. It enables an automated speaking order without the need for repeated questions like "Who’s next?" or "Are you finished?". While the Talking Stick is active, all other participants' microphones are muted but can be re-enabled at any time for questions.

The Talking Stick can be activated from the left function menu.

Activate Talking Stick

Activate Talking Stick

After activation, you will see the participants in the meeting and can define the order in which they will be called to speak.

Talking Stick Order

Speaking Stick Order

The speaking order can be set using the following options:

  • Name (A-Z)
  • Name (Z-A)
  • First to Join
  • Last to Join
  • Random

Moderators are included in the speaking order by default, but this can be disabled if desired. At the bottom of the screen, you can start the Talking Stick session by clicking Start Now.

Disable Talking Stick for Moderators

Disable Talking Stick for Moderators

The participant whose turn it is will see a selection menu in the top left corner, allowing them to enable their microphone or pass the Talking Stick to the next person.

Enable Talking Stick

Enable microphone or pass Talking Stick

At the same time, the next person in line will receive a notification.

Next Speaker Notification

Notification for the next speaker

Once all participants have spoken or been skipped, a notification will indicate the end of the Talking Stick session for everyone.

End of Talking Stick Session

End of Talking Stick Session