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#102: A Behind-The-Scenes Look at Producing Educational Videos for TI, w/ Harry Yan
Educational Program 2016-02-10
#102: A Behind-The-Scenes Look at Producing Educational Videos for TI, w/ Harry Yan

Harry Yan had the unique opportunity to participate as a cast member in videos produced as part of Toastmasters' revitalized education program (REP).

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#101: Introducing Ellie Kay, Toastmasters' Newest Accredited Speaker
Accredited Speakers 2015-12-17
#101: Introducing Ellie Kay, Toastmasters' Newest Accredited Speaker

Ellie Kay, ACS, ALB, is now one of only 67 Accredited Speakers (AS) in the world.

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Toastmasters Podcast #100: Mohammed Qahtani—2015 World Champion of Public Speaking
World Champion Of Public Speaking 2015-11-25
Toastmasters Podcast #100: Mohammed Qahtani—2015 World Champion of Public Speaking

On August 15, 2015, Mohammed Qahtani of Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, District 79, became Toastmasters’ 2015 World Champion of Public Speaking.

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#099: Introducing the 2015-2016 International President, Jim Kokocki, DTM
International President 2015-10-30
#099: Introducing the 2015-2016 International President, Jim Kokocki, DTM

Meet Jim Kokocki, the 2015-2016 Toastmasters International President.

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Toastmasters Podcast #098: Deb Arrington—Toastmasters REP Ambassador
Podcast 2015-09-08
Toastmasters Podcast #098: Deb Arrington—Toastmasters REP Ambassador

Deb Arrington shares her experience as a REP Ambassador; what she's learned in the role, and her thoughts about the upcoming changes to the educational program.

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Toastmasters Podcast #097: Kristin Arnold — Moderating a Panel Discussion
Podcast 2015-08-05
Toastmasters Podcast #097: Kristin Arnold — Moderating a Panel Discussion

Kristin Arnold, a meeting facilitator, moderator, trainer and keynote speaker discusses best practices for moderating a panel discussion.

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#096: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 2)
Podcast 2015-07-31
#096: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 2)

Part 2 of our convention sneak preview, featuring Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE; Darren LaCroix, CSP; and Alex Malley.

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#095: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 1)
International Convention 2015-07-25
#095: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 1)

In first part of our convention sneak preview, we'll meet Marilyn Tam; Dana LaMon DTM, AS; Judy Carter; and Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE.

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Toastmasters Podcast #094: Shelly-Ann Lovell — Leadership in the Hot Kitchen
Leadership 2015-06-18
Toastmasters Podcast #094: Shelly-Ann Lovell — Leadership in the Hot Kitchen

Executive chef and restaurant operator Chef Lovell discusses the importance of displaying leadership in the high-pressure environment of a restaurant kitchen.

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Toastmasters Podcast #093: Push Yourself with High Performance Leadership
Podcast 2015-05-13
Toastmasters Podcast #093: Push Yourself with High Performance Leadership

John Lente, DTM discusses how he used the High Performance Leadership (HPL) program to take on a challenge in his community and make a lasting impact.

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Toastmasters Podcast #092: Peter Kossowan—Mr. Toast: A Master Club-Builder
Inspiration 2015-04-22
Toastmasters Podcast #092: Peter Kossowan—Mr. Toast: A Master Club-Builder

Peter Kossowan has chartered 164 clubs and counting.

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#091: Chief Ambassadors Speak About the Revitalized Education Program
Podcast 2015-03-31
#091: Chief Ambassadors Speak About the Revitalized Education Program

Meet three Chief Ambassadors—leaders charged with the task of spreading the word about Toastmasters International's revitalized education program (REP).

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