EP 79: Culinary Storytelling: A Toastmaster’s Journey on Voice4Chefs with Ray Miller

Send us Fan MailIn this special episode join Toastmasters District 7 podcast, host Ray Miller as he engages in a captivating conversation with Michael Dugan, the voice behind The Voice4Chefs Podcast. Michael shares his journey from overcoming stage fright to running a successful podcast featuring chefs from around the world. They discuss the significance of 'mise en place' in both cooking and public speaking, and the transformative power of storytelling in podcasting. Michael also talks about his impactful connections through Clubhouse and the mentors who've guided his path. Tune in for inspiring stories that combine culinary passion with the art of speaking. 01:02 Michael Dugan's Best Sandwich Story02:21 Michael's Journey with Toastmasters04:49 Launching the Voice for Chefs Podcast08:20 Challenges and Rewards of Podcasting10:53 The Art of Interviewing Chefs16:41 Filler Words in Podcasting19:52 Scheduling and Publishing the Podcast21:30 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome22:00 Discovering Clubhouse23:42 Meeting Chef Mimi Lan25:40 Growing the Podcast28:53 The Power of Toastmasters33:50 Podcasting Journey and Advice40:07 Reflections and GratitudeConnect with Ray Miller & Toastmasters:YouTube: @d7toastmastersWebsite: https://d7toastmasters.org/Website: https://podmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/Season2 Welcome Chef Steven Leung as our new cohost.IG: themindfulwok Support the showYour support and contributions are vital in sustaining and expanding The Voice4Chefs podcast.Become a monthly supporter:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1432717/supportYour donations aid in amplifying the voices of chefs globally. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/voice4chefs?locale.x=en_USShare your thoughts! Leave a comment or 5 star review.https://www.voice4chefs.com/reviews/new/Volunteer contact [email protected] with our Culinary Stories:https://linktr.ee/voice4chef