Toastmasters Podcast

29 articles published

Communication 2026-02-01

#292: Untangling Cultural Knots to Create Mutual Connection – Maria Garaitonandia

[32:03] Learn why well-meaning communication can miss the mark & how cultural awareness builds bridges & prevents misunderstanding from hardening into judgement

Communication 2025-12-15

#289: Using AI as a Thinking Partner to Communicate with Clarity — Diane Windingland

[33:33] What if AI could help you think more clearly and sharpen your message? This episode explores practical, human-first ways to use it.

Communication 2025-06-01

#276: Better Conversations – One Question at a Time (Part 2) – Dr. Alison Wood Brooks

[19:50] A top Harvard professor shares how asking better questions boosts connection, deepens dialogue, & transforms conversations—backed by research- Part 2/2

Communication 2025-05-15

#275: Better Conversations – One Question at a Time (Part 1) – Dr. Alison Wood Brooks

[32:16] A top Harvard professor shares how asking better questions boosts connection, deepens dialogue, & transforms conversations—backed by research- Part 1/2

Communication 2025-02-14

#269: A Toastmaster's Golden Experience: Seeking Love on Reality TV – Bill Hernandez

[26:31] Bill shares his experience on ABC's The Golden Bachelorette, what he learned & how Toastmasters helped him on his quest to find love on Reality TV

Communication 2025-02-01

#268: Stop Talking, Start Connecting: The Cure for Overspeaking - Joel Schwartzberg

[33:58] Overspeaking disrupts meetings. Learn why & strategies to improve communication, manage time & stay focused on key goals for effective collaboration.

Communication 2024-03-15

#249: Group Wisdom: Reading The Toastmaster Aloud – Dorothy Chanakira & Viola Dondo

[29:52] Monthly ad hoc on-line group & invited guests toast Toastmasters then reads articles from Toastmaster Magazine aloud then has in-depth discussion them

Communication 2022-06-01

#206: Receiving Feedback: A Valuable Skill You Can Improve - Bill Brown, DTM

[28:25] A look at the art of receiving feedback with speech delivery coach and author of the monthly "Toastmaster Toolbox" column,Bill Brown

Communication 2022-04-01

#202: The "Periodic Table" of Communication Skills - David JP Phillips

[32:15] After studying 5K speakers over 7 years, David JP Phillips identified & distilled communication's core skills & subskills which he uses extensively

Communication 2022-01-15

#197: How to Powerfully Engage Your Audience – Cathey Armillas, DTM

[28:42] Cathey Armillas shares how to break through the "invisible wall" and connect with your audience

Communication 2021-12-01

#194: Talking to Animals Just Like Dr. Doolittle – Claudia Hehr

[29:22] Claudia Hehr: Modern Day Dr. Doolittle & internationally-respected animal communications expert, author, coach shows us how we can "talk" to our animals

Communication 2021-08-02

#186: How To Communicate Effectively Across Cultures – Dean Foster

[28:50] Communicating with clients and colleagues from a different culture is challenging. Our guest shares how to improve communication in a globalizing world.

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