311 articles published
#274: Think Fast, Talk Smart: Meet the 2025 Golden Gavel Recipient – Matt Abrahams
[31:15] Award-winning Stanford lecturer/podcast host shares insights on clear communication, anxiety management & upcomi...
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#273: Dance Into the Future: 2025 Int'l Convention Keynote Speaker – Anne Bonney
[33:14] Discover why change feels uncomfortable, learn to Dance with Discomfort, build resilience with “Sassy Backtalk,”...
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#272: Cleared for Takeoff: A Pilot Trainer's Insights in Communication- Phil Wilkes
[31:37] Pilot trainer Phil Wilkes shares how lessons from the flight deck can improve anyone's public speaking and profe...
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#271: The Unexpected Power of Mentorship in Toastmasters – Marty Dickinson
[34:13] Marty Dickinson shares the unexpected powers of Toastmasters mentorship its impact on personal growth & how buil...
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#270: Celebrating Women in Leadership and Toastmasters' Impact – Morag Mathieson
[26:58] Chat with Past Int'l President Morag Mathieson about her journey, how Toastmasters shapes the roles of Women lea...
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#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 hi...
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#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 k...
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#267: Meet Maureen Zappala, Toastmasters' 2024 Newest Accredited Speaker (2nd of 2)
[30:33] Discover how a rocket scientist-turned-keynoter overcame Impostor Syndrome, earned an AS designation & inspires...
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#266: Meet Lauren Parsons, Toastmasters' 2024 Newest Accredited Speaker (1st of 2)
[33:59] Discover how resilience & wellbeing can transform you as Lauren shares insights, lessons & inspiring stories fro...
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#265: Holiday Harmony: Tips for Multicultural Workplace Celebrations – Dean Foster
[27:02] Get expert advice on creating inclusive holiday celebrations at work that honor diverse cultures, foster connect...
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#264: Winning Wisdom: Speech Contest Secrets, Insights and Tips – Dilip Abayasekara
[28:38] D. Abayasekara DTM, AS, PIP shares treasure troves of wisdom, captivating stories & secrets, helping him win tit...
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#263: Dr. Ralph C. Smedley’s Legacy: Hidden Stories and Rare Finds – Bob Palmer
[28:26] Dr. Ralph C. Smedley, founder of Toastmasters: Bob Palmer uncovers lesser-known facts, rare finds and mysteries...
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