All Episodes

#298: Spotting & Resolving Generative AI Pitfalls for Communicators - Joel Schwartzberg

#297: What Happens When Toastmasters Give Youth Voices a TEDx Stage – CeCe Espeut

#296: Africa’s Ascent: What Drove Toastmasters Growth – Frank Tsuro

#295: Taking Speaking Skills to TV’s Shark Tank — Ari Siegel

#294: Beyond 500 Lunches with Strangers: Lessons on Achieving Anything – Nick Bendel

#293: Personal Experience: Toastmasters, Rotary & the Alliance – Stephanie Steckel

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

#291: Using a Personal Energy Audit to Pause, Reflect, and Reset — Ambeka Khadse

#290: Mental Workouts make for a Better Mindset & Stronger Speaking — Sarah Centrella

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

#288: Reflections on 11 Years of Writing for the Toastmaster Magazine – Bill Brown

#287: Corporate Club Success: Gaining Executive Support is a Key – Lance Kotler

#286: Sabyasachi (Saby) Sengupta — Meet the 2025 World Champion of Public Speaking

#285: Leading from Your Zone of Genius – Aligning Work with Passion — Katie Stoddart

#284: Singing: A Secret Weapon for Confident Communication – Jillian Mitchell

#283: Storytelling & Presentation Tips through Audio Book Narration – Karen Merritt

#282: Inviting Opportunity: Meet 2025-2026 International President Aletta Rochat, DTM

#281: Hummingbirds, Helicopters & an Underwater Guinness World Record – Eric Pittman

#280: Communicating With Teens—How Talking & Listening Help You Both – Alice Shikina

#279: The Power and Practice of True Collaboration – Monique Levesque-Pharoah

#278: How to Take Great Photos: The Do’s, Don’ts & Tips – Bambi Cash & Blake Carver

#277: Envision Y(OUR) Next Move: 2025 International Convention – Dilip Abayasekara

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

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

#274: Think Fast, Talk Smart: Meet the 2025 Golden Gavel Recipient – Matt Abrahams

#273: Dance Into the Future: 2025 Int'l Convention Keynote Speaker – Anne Bonney

#272: Cleared for Takeoff: A Pilot Trainer's Insights in Communication- Phil Wilkes

#271: The Unexpected Power of Mentorship in Toastmasters – Marty Dickinson

#270: Celebrating Women in Leadership and Toastmasters' Impact – Morag Mathieson

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

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

#267: Meet Maureen Zappala, Toastmasters' 2024 Newest Accredited Speaker (2nd of 2)

#266: Meet Lauren Parsons, Toastmasters' 2024 Newest Accredited Speaker (1st of 2)

#265: Holiday Harmony: Tips for Multicultural Workplace Celebrations – Dean Foster

#264: Winning Wisdom: Speech Contest Secrets, Insights and Tips – Dilip Abayasekara

#263: Dr. Ralph C. Smedley’s Legacy: Hidden Stories and Rare Finds – Bob Palmer

#262: Toastmasters: Celebrating 100 Years of History - Part 2 – Daniel Rex, CEO

#261: Toastmasters: Celebrating 100 Years of History - Part 1 – Daniel Rex, CEO

#260: Luisa Montalvo — 2024 World Champion of Public Speaking

#259: Gearing Up for Growth: Meet 2024-25 International President Radhi Spear, DTM

#258: Breaking Down Nice vs. Kind: A Deep Dive with Ben Guttmann

#257: How Supercommunicators Identify and Match Conversations – Charles Duhigg

#256: 2024 Convention: Celebrating 100 yrs – Anaheim, CA – Joan Lewis & Jessica Allen

#255: Gravitas Personified: Meet the 2024 Golden Gavel Recipient – Lisa Sun

#254: A Toastmasters Ribbon of Inspiration for my 6-Year Old Daughter – Todd Bryant

#253: Meet the Resilient Shawn Ellis: 2024 International Convention Keynote Speaker

#252: Leading Successful Teams Like a Master Gardener – Lauren Parsons

#251: Cultivating Your Authentic Self as a Speaker – Elizabeth Danziger

#250: 500 Lunches with Strangers: Breaking Bread for Personal Growth – Nick Bendel

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

#248: How One Person Beat Burnout Through Personal Daily Routines – Olya Amelina

#247: Improv: Laugh While Flexing Your Spontaneous Speaking Skills – Karen Rae Hannah

#246: The Roast: Lightheartedly "Grilling" the Person of Honor – Chris Arning

#245: Meet the Newest Toastmasters International Accredited Speakers 2023

#244: Handling Presentation Misfortunes & Mishaps with Grace – Jim Cathcart

#243: My Toastmasters Education is like a College Degree – Philip Wilkerson III

#242: Finding Her Voice and Purpose Creates a Path of Opportunities – Kelly Kaur

#241: AI, Authenticity, and…Stand-Up Comedy?—Aman Chopra

#240: Jocelyn B. Tyson—2023 World Champion of Public Speaking

#239: Finding Confidence & Enhancing My Career on Two Continents – Jane Osemwegie

#238: Take a Stand for the Brand: Why Brand Consistency Matters – Mayuri Assudani

#237: Loosening the Grip on Impostor Syndrome – Dr. Valerie Young

#236: Never Close the Circle—2023-24 International President Morag Mathieson, DTM

#235: Think Faster, Talk Smarter in the Moment – Matt Abrahams

#234: The Practice of Podcasting – Tara McMullin

#233: 2023 Hybrid Int'l Convention – Nassau, Bahamas – Tony Longley & Pamela D. Rolle

#232: Keeping Burnout At Bay: Advice from a Strategic Business Coach — Sara Mayer

#231: Traveling Internationally? Experience Toastmasters on Vacation– Maureen Zappala

#230: Small Talk, Big Results – Diane Windingland

#229: Mastering the Toast—CHEERS! – Eddie Rice

#228: Understanding & Celebrating Neurodiversity – Jolene Stockman

#227: Defying Dad’s Expectations Leads to Flourishing Leadership - Diana Robertson

#226: Tone-Up Your Voice – Jillian Mitchell

#225: This is Us – The Toastmasters Podcast – Greg Gazin & Ryan Levesque

#224: Reinvigorate Yourself After Retirement – Jean Small PhD, DTM

#223: Breathe Life Into Your Slide Presentations - Dave Henson

#222: Enhance Any Presentation with Clown Presence – Don Colliver

#221: Leveraging Emerging Research & Insights from Future-Self Science—Ryan Levesque

#220: Introducing Dr. Kevin C. Snyder, Toastmasters' Newest Accredited Speaker

#219: From Quiet Engineer to Passionate Podcast Host – Cristóbal Colón

#218: Using Metaphors to Power Up Your Presentations – Oscar Santolalla, DTM

#217: Proper Name Pronunciation Makes a World of Difference – Fiona Price, PhD

#216: Cyril Junior Dim—2022 World Champion of Public Speaking

#215: Meet "The Irish Oracle" – Ted Corcoran, Past International President

#214: 'The Competition,' a Toastmasters-Inspired Satirical Novel – Katherine Collette

#213: Techniques for Supercharging Your Listening Skills – Joel Schwartzberg

#212: Heart-Led Leadership – 2022-23 International President Matt Kinsey, DTM

#211: Meet Dr. Shirley Davis – 2022 Golden Gavel Recipient

Anticipating the 2022 Hybrid International Convention in Nashville, TN - Don Bittick

#209: Rising Above Onstage Mishaps and Embarrassments – Caren Neile

#208: Don't Let Fear Hold You Back – Robert A. Navarez

#207: Demystifying the Imposter Phenomenon – Dr. Kevin Cokley Ph.D.

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

#205: Kickboxing, Toastmasters and Developing a Champion's Mindset - Jess Roper

#204: "Mind Vision" Over Eyesight – ​W.C. Blackmon, DTM

#203: Visit Bilingual Toastmasters Clubs & Excel In a Second Language – Gwenydd Jones

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

#201: Powerful Outcomes from the Toastmasters and Rotary Alliance - Kate McClare

#200: The Experience Passport – Rashmi Ketha

#199: Speciality-Themed Clubs Offer a Creative Outlet – Megan Preston-Meyer

#198: Your Club Website: A Viable Marketing and Recruiting Asset – David F. Carr, DTM

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

#196: Toastmasters in Virtual Reality – Melanie Stark & Roberto DaCosta

#195: Introducing Forrest Tuff, Toastmasters' Newest Accredited Speaker

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

#193: Effective Training Tools & Techniques – Gavin Meikle, DTM

#192: Virtual Event Hosting & Mastering Engagement – Amanda Mae Gray

#191: Overcoming Your Inner Stutter – Joze Piranian

#190: Verity Price—2021 World Champion of Public Speaking

#189: Toastmasters & Trivia Knowledge Propels Dennis Chase to $50K Jeopardy Payday

#188: Charting New Territory – 2021-22 International President Margaret Page, DTM

#187 Resume and Profile Tips for Toastmasters – Victoria Salem

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

#185: Virtual World Tour 2020-21 Toastmasters International President Richard E. Peck

#184: Meet Mauritius: Small Island, Big Club Growth - Ravin Lama

#183: Improbable ER Doctor Discovers His Voice - Dr. Shlomo Noskow

#182: Compelling Titles Make For Bold Statements - Lesley Stephenson

#181: Clear Communication Critical to Conquer COVID - Michael Osur, DTM

#180: Comedian Masters Hybrid Meetings – Markus Seppälä

#179: Finding Healing Through Service & Leadership - David Jones

#178: Stage Fright: A Psychologist’s Perspective - Kristen Hamling, Ph.D.

#177: Vital Communication Skills for Entrepreneurs—Lynne Beverly Strang, DTM

#176: Brushing Up On A Foreign Language—Carol Bausor

#175: Becoming an A.C.E. at Virtual Speaking – Lindy MacLaine

#174: Accidental Comedian Finds His Funny – Stephan Dyer

#173: Meet Our 2020 Newest and First Virtually Accredited Speaker - Mohamed Shukri

#172: Confessions of a Podcast Host – Greg Gazin & Ryan Levesque

#171: Working From Home...Productively – Laura Vanderkam

#170: You Can Build Valuable Relationships Through Social Media – Victoria Salem

#169: Vision Beyond Eyesight – Deborah McAlexander

#168: Introducing Miss Hawaii USA 2020 and Toastmaster – Samantha Neyland

#167: Leading From the Driver's Seat – 2020-21 Int'l President Richard E. Peck, DTM

#166: Mike Carr—2020 World Champion of Public Speaking

#165: Aristotle was a Toastmaster – John Bowe

#164: Moderating Panel Discussions...Virtually – Kristin Arnold

#163: Mutual Coaching Bridges 41-Year Age Gap – Madonna Hanna & Marcus Chambers

#162: Is It Okay To Laugh? – Judy Carter

#161: Challenge Brings Opportunity – 2019-20 International President Deepak Menon DTM

#160: Transitioning Through These Times of Change – Johnny Campbell, DTM, AS

#159: Aaron Beverly—2019 World Champion of Public Speaking

#158: Creating Interesting Podcast Content: Part 2 – Greg Gazin & Ryan Levesque

#157: Creating Interesting Podcast Content: Part 1 – Greg Gazin & Ryan Levesque

#156: Spinning a Failed American Idol Audition into Success – William Hung

#155: Meet the 2019 Accredited Speakers: Part 2

#154: Meet the 2019 Accredited Speakers: Part 1

#153: Merging Medical Research and Communication Skills – Dr. Wenjing He

#152: Building Meaningful Connections – Maureen Zappala, DTM

#151: Why Emotional Intelligence Matters – Harvey Deutschendorf

#150: Meet the 2018 Accredited Speakers: Part 2

#149: Meet the 2018 Accredited Speakers: Part 1

#148: Handbook for Building & Sustaining Vibrant Toastmaster Programs in Corporations

#147: Four Habits Yoga and Public Speaking Have in Common — Christine Clapp, DTM

#146: Catching Up With Our 2019 International President, Lark Doley, DTM

#145: Stuart Pink—Creative Leadership

#144: Accredited Speaker Program Has Come a Long Way — Bob Hooey, PDG AS

Toastmasters Podcast #143: Ramona J. Smith—2018 World Champion of Public Speaking

Toastmasters Podcast #142: 2018 International Convention Preview (Part II)

Toastmasters Podcast #141: Meet Keith Ferrazzi—2018 Golden Gavel Recipient

Toastmasters Podcast #140: International Convention Attendees Share Their Stories

#139: Let's Hear from the 2017 International Convention Volunteers

Toastmasters Podcast #138: 2018 International Convention Preview (Part I)

#137: Pat Johnson, DTM PIP — Confessions from an International Convention Chair

Toastmasters Podcast #136: Marc Williams, ACS, ALB — Creating a Positive Impact

Toastmasters Podcast #135: Myles Drake, CC — Shifting From the Fast Lane to the Stage

#134: Meera Manek — Speechwriting, Communication and Stand-Up Comedy

Toastmasters Podcast #133: Manoj Vasudevan — 2017 World Champion of Public Speaking

Toastmasters Podcast #132: Turning Trauma into Triumph—John Mabry

Toastmasters Podcast #131 2017 Newly Accredited Speakers: Part 2

Toastmasters Podcast #130 2017 Newly Accredited Speakers: Part 1

#129: Introducing the 2017–2018 Toastmasters Intl. President, Balraj Arunasalam, DTM

128: Podcast en Español, Líderes y Oradores en Acción — Urbano Torres

Toastmasters Podcast #127: Spanish Bilingual Podcast—Veronica Corona, CC

Toastmasters Podcast #126: 2017 International Convention Preview (Part II)

Toastmasters Podcast #125: 2017 International Convention Preview (Part I)

Toastmasters Podcast #124: 23 Speeches in 24 Hours—Franco Scanga

#123: Self-Professed Product of her Community—Natalie Torres-Haddad, ACS

Toastmasters Podcast #122: Storytelling—David Pokorny of West Side Stories

#121: What Can Freestyle Rappers Teach Toastmasters?—Jordan & Isaac of Free Daps

Toastmasters Podcast #120: Lessons from the Sound Booth, Stage & Screen—Lili Wexu

#119: Snackification of Communication: Pros and Cons—Lisa B. Marshall

#118: From Shy & Self-Conscious to World-Class Speaker, Mary Cheyne

Toastmasters Podcast #117: Late-Night Host John Kerwin—Engaging New Members

#116: Color Switch—Beating the Odds, Game Developer David Reichelt, ACS

Toastmasters Podcast #115: Accredited Speaker, Darren LaCroix

Toastmasters Podcast #114: Accredited Speaker, Eldonna Lewis Fernandez

Toastmasters Podcast #113: Darren Tay—2016 World Champion of Public Speaking

#112: Introducing the 2016–2017 Toastmasters International President, Mike Storkey

Toastmasters Podcast #111: Be Confident When Caught Off Guard—Matt Abrahams

#110: 2016 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 2)

Toastmasters Podcast #109: Meet Tony Buzan – 2016 Golden Gavel Recipient

#108: 2016 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 1)

Toastmasters Podcast #107: Kick a Bad Habit with Dr. Pauline Wallin

Toastmasters Podcast #106: Compassionate Leadership Has No Borders - Jimmy Thai, DTM

Toastmasters Podcast #105: Brainstorming Power with Craig Harrison, DTM, PDG

Toastmasters Podcast #104 : Surviving Everest & the Nepal Earthquake with Sara Safari

Toastmasters Podcast #103: Maureen Zappala, DTM, on Goal Setting and Mentoring

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

#101: Introducing Ellie Kay, Toastmasters' Newest Accredited Speaker

Toastmasters Podcast #100: Mohammed Qahtani—2015 World Champion of Public Speaking

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

Toastmasters Podcast #098: Deb Arrington—Toastmasters REP Ambassador

Toastmasters Podcast #097: Kristin Arnold — Moderating a Panel Discussion

#096: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 2)

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

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

Toastmasters Podcast #093: Push Yourself with High Performance Leadership

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

#091: Chief Ambassadors Speak About the Revitalized Education Program

Toastmasters Podcast #090: Toastmasters for Aspiring Authors, with John Lesko

Toastmasters Podcast #089: Greg Van Borssum, Life: A Real Action Movie

Toastmasters Podcast #088: Jonathan Li, The Expressive Leader

Toastmasters Podcast #087: Bo, Ryan, and Greg Share End-of-the-Year Toastmasters Tips

Toastmasters Podcast #086: Nita Patel, DTM, on Communication in the Workplace

Toastmasters Podcast #085: Historian Paul Clark on Toastmasters 90th Anniversary

#084: Interview with Dananjaya Hettiarachchi, 2014 World Champion of Public Speaking

#083: Getting to Know Our 2014–2015 International President, Mohammed Murad, DTM

#082: Introducing Greg Gazin, the Newest Host of the Toastmasters Podcast

Toastmasters Podcast #081: 2014 Toastmasters International Convention Preview

Toastmasters Podcast #080: How To Deliver A TED Talk, with Jeremey Donovan

#079: "Emote" with 2007 World Champion of Public Speaking, Vikas Jhingran

Toastmasters Podcast #078: Speaking with Tourette's—Cara Wasden

Toastmasters Podcast #077: Andy Weissmann - A Whiz With Words

Toastmasters Podcast #076: Caren S. Neile - The Gender Communication Gap

Toastmasters Podcast #075: Ruth Nasrullah - The Eyes Have It

#074: The Revitalized Education Program with Daniel Rex and Pat Johnson

Toastmasters Podcast #073: Meet George Yen, our 2013-2014 International President

Toastmasters Podcast #072: Going Back To College as the Teacher

#071: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 3)

#070: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 2)

#069: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 1)

Toastmasters Podcast #068: Storytelling About Your Brand with Bernadette Martin

Toastmasters Podcast #067: Matt Abrahams Offers Tips on Taming Your Stage Fright

Toastmasters Podcast #066: Judith C. Tingley, Ph.D., on Rethinking Positive Thinking

#065:Bo Bennett and Ryan Levesque - The DTM, the Tortoise, and the Hare

Toastmasters Podcast #064: Susan Cain, The Power In Being Who You Are

#063: Meet John Lau, DTM, 2012 Toastmasters International President

#062: 2012 International Convention - Live Interviews & WCPS

#061: 2012 International Convention Live Interviews - Elevator Speeches

Toastmasters Podcast #060: 2012 International Convention Live Interviews

#059: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 3)

#058: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 2)

#057: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 1)

Toastmasters Podcast #056: Linda Cohen - From CC to TV

Toastmasters Podcast #055: Ellen M. Kozak - Are You A Copyright Criminal?

Toastmasters Podcast #054: Speaking on the Run

Toastmasters Podcast #053: Communications Resolutions

Toastmasters Podcast #052: Vincent Muli Wa Kituku, Ph.D

Toastmasters Podcast #051: Ryan Levesque - The Copycat Method

#050: Meet our 2011-2012 International President, Michael Notaro, DTM

#049: Toastmasters International 2011 Convention - Live Interviews

#048: Toastmasters International 2011 Convention - Live Event

#047: 2011 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 2)

#046: Meet Dr. Dave Logan – 2011 International Convention Keynote Speaker

#045: 2011 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 1)

#044: Meet Robin Sharma - 2011 Golden Gavel Recipient

Toastmasters Podcast #043: Matt Abrahams - Know Thy Fear

Toastmasters Podcast #042: Maria Tomescu on Freedom of Speech

Toastmasters Podcast #041: Jana Barnhill – The Accredited Speaker Program

Toastmasters Podcast #040: Enthusiasm! The Cure for the Common Speech

Toastmasters Podcast #039: Scott Berkun - Confessions of a Public Speaker

Toastmasters Podcast #038: Chris Witt - Not All Ideas Are Created Equal

Toastmasters Podcast #037: David Brooks on the Essentials of Public Speaking

Toastmasters Podcast #036: Introducing Pat Johnson, 2010-2011 International President

Toastmasters Podcast #035: Toastmasters International 2010 Convention - Day Three

Toastmasters Podcast #034: Toastmasters International 2010 Convention - Day Two

Toastmasters Podcast #033: Toastmasters International 2010 Convention - Day One

#032: Education Sessions - Toastmasters International 2010 Convention

#031: Todd Newton, Keynote Speaker - Toastmasters International 2010 Convention

Toastmasters Podcast #030: Narges Nirumvala-Reigniting Your Passion for Toastmasters

Toastmasters Podcast #029: Dan Caro on Inspiration

Toastmasters Podcast #028: Doreen Pendgracs on Volunteering

Toastmasters Podcast #027: Master Evaluations with Bob Turel, DTM

Toastmasters Podcast #026: Pecha Kucha with Sunny Marie Hackman, ACB, CL

Toastmasters Podcast #025: Comedy with Daniel Nainan

Toastmasters Podcast #024: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone with Linda E. Allen

Toastmasters Podcast #023: Fighting Stage Fright with Karen Twichell

Toastmasters Podcast #022: Finding Inspiration with Joel A. Pogar

Toastmasters Podcast #021: Overcoming Objections with Sam Silverstein

Toastmasters Podcast #020: Delivering the Bad News... with Style

Toastmasters Podcast #019: Conversation Skills at the Holiday Party

Toastmasters Podcast #018: The Ice Breaker: A Story of Survival

Toastmasters Podcast #017: Mutlicultural PR

Toastmasters Podcast #016: What's Your Hook?

Toastmasters Podcast #015: Interview with a "Pre Toastmaster"

Toastmasters Podcast #014: From Toastmaster to Jeopardy Contestant

Toastmasters Podcast #013: Toastmasters International 85th Anniversary Edition

Toastmasters Podcast #012: Speaking Tips from a 7ft 4in Pro

Toastmasters Podcast #011: Developing Business Communication Skills

Toastmasters Podcast #010: Effective Intercultural Communication

Toastmasters Podcast #009: Getting Publicity for Your Toastmasters Club

Toastmasters Podcast #008: Interview with Third Vice President, John Lau, DTM

Toastmasters Podcast #007: Strengthen Your Speeches with Props and Sound Effects

Toastmasters Podcast #006: Interview with Carol Dean Schreiner, DTM

#005: Interview with 2009-2010 International President, Gary Schmidt, DTM

Toastmasters Podcast #004: 2009 International Conference Part 3

Toastmasters Podcast #003: 2009 International Conference Part 2

Toastmasters Podcast #002: 2009 International Convention Part 1

Toastmasters Podcast #001: Getting Fired Up for the 2009 Convention

Episode #000: The Pre Episode!