Speaking To Expand

In this episode, Monica Massey shares her journey from a high-powered C-suite executive at a $20 billion organization to building a professional speaking and consulting business.She breaks down the realities of becoming a paid speaker, what actually works, what does not, and why talent alone is not enough to get booked. From networking over coffee to building a credibility stack, Monica offers practical insights for aspiring speakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to turn their experience into impact.You will learn why “if you build it, they will come” is a myth, how to position yourself in a crowded market, and what it really takes to grow a sustainable speaking career.If you are thinking about stepping onto a stage or scaling your influence, this conversation is packed with honest advice and hard-earned lessons.In this episode:-The biggest misconception about becoming a speaker-How to actually get speaking gigs-Why networking beats online outreach-When to invest in your speaking business-Finding your message and staying authentic

What if your pain became the reason you built wealth?Amber McCollum is a real estate investor, private money lender, entrepreneur, and emerging public speaker who scaled her business 100x in just five months, while working a 9-to-5 and living with multiple sclerosis.In this powerful conversation, Amber shares:How losing her father reshaped her financial missionWhy end-of-life care changed her perspective on wealthHow she built credibility and raised capital through public speakingThe power of masterminds and paying for proximityHow she launched her own live real estate eventsWhy authenticity is the ultimate business advantageHow she’s preparing to launch a private credit fundAmber’s philosophy is simple but powerful: turn pain into success.This episode is about building financial freedom with urgency, leveraging your story to grow your business, and creating impact beyond money.If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or aspiring speaker looking to scale your income and influence, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

What would you do if doctors told you to go home and die?Eric Drew was diagnosed with a terminal form of leukemia and given no hope. After failed treatments at top U.S. hospitals, he refused to accept hospice as his only option. Instead, he leveraged his Silicon Valley mindset, global network, and relentless determination to find a life-saving stem cell treatment overseas.In this powerful conversation, Eric shares:How he became the first person to prosecute a HIPAA violation in the United StatesThe shocking lack of transparency he experienced in clinical trialsWhy the U.S. healthcare system ranks lower in outcomes despite leading in innovationThe life-saving stem cell breakthrough that doctors said wouldn’t workWhy patient advocacy is missing from modern medicineHow AI could revolutionize personalized cancer treatmentThe mindset that kept him alive when survival odds were near zeroEric is now a board-certified patient advocate, TEDx speaker, and healthcare reform voice who has delivered over 200 keynotes worldwide.This episode is about resilience, systemic change, medical ethics, entrepreneurship in crisis, and why “It’s All Good” became his life philosophy.If you or someone you love is navigating complex healthcare decisions, this conversation could change how you approach treatment forever.

Podcasting is often dismissed as oversaturated, but is that actually true?In this episode of Speaking to Expand, host Ryan sits down with podcasting expert Carl Richards to break down what really drives podcast success today. From why most podcasts fade out after a few episodes to how speakers and entrepreneurs can use podcasting as a long-term credibility engine, this conversation reframes what “success” actually looks like.Carl explains why podcasting is a long game, how community is shaping the future of the medium, and why authenticity doesn’t mean leaving mistakes unedited. They also explore how podcasts open doors to speaking opportunities, joint ventures, and deeper audience trust—often in ways creators don’t expect.If you’re a speaker, coach, entrepreneur, or content creator wondering whether starting (or continuing) a podcast is worth it, this episode offers clarity, strategy, and perspective grounded in real-world experience.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why podcasting isn’t as saturated as people thinkWhat causes “podfade” and how to avoid itHow podcasts build credibility beyond social mediaWhy purpose matters more than downloadsHow podcasting leads to speaking and business opportunities

Speaking is one of the fastest ways to expand your confidence, clarity, and growth.In this episode, Conway Bown explores the idea of speaking to expand, how developing your ability to communicate clearly and confidently can transform how you show up in life and work.This conversation looks at the deeper connection between voice and personal expansion, and why so many people unknowingly limit their growth through the way they speak.You’ll hear insights on:-Why your growth often mirrors your communication skills-How speaking more clearly builds real confidence-The role of self-expression in personal development-Using your voice as a tool for expansion, not perfectionIf you’re interested in personal growth, confidence, communication, or public speaking, this episode offers practical perspective you can apply immediately.Listen now and start expanding through your voice.

Speaking isn’t just about being heard, it’s about who you become in the process.In this episode, Matt Robinson explores how speaking acts as a catalyst for personal expansion, confidence, and clarity. Rather than treating public speaking as a performance skill, Matt reframes it as a growth practice that shapes identity, presence, and self-trust.We discuss:-Why speaking accelerates personal growth-How confidence is built through expression, not perfection-The relationship between voice, clarity, and self-belief-Why expansion happens on the other side of speakingIf you’ve ever felt the pull to speak up but hesitated, this conversation will help you see your voice differently and use it more intentionally.

Speaking to Expand explores how using your voice strategically can unlock growth in your influence, opportunities, and personal impact.In this episode, Chris Widener breaks down why speaking isn’t just about communication, it’s about expansion. Expansion of mindset. Expansion of reach. Expansion of the opportunities available to you when you’re willing to step up and share your message.Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, communicator, or someone who wants to make a greater impact, this episode will challenge how you think about speaking and why it plays such a critical role in personal and professional growth.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why speaking accelerates growth faster than most strategiesHow your message directly affects your opportunitiesThe mindset shift required to expand through communicationWhy great speakers think bigger than the room they’re inIf you’re ready to expand your influence, income, and impact, it starts with your voice.🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, growth, and purpose-driven communication.

What if speaking wasn’t about being heard, sounding confident, or getting it right, but about expanding who you are?In this episode, Anne Boysen explores the deeper function of voice and expression, reframing speaking as a practice that shapes your identity, nervous system, and capacity to take up space. Rather than treating communication as performance, Anne invites us into a more embodied approach — one where speaking becomes a tool for growth, self-trust, and internal expansion.We unpack why so many people feel blocked or constrained when they speak, how your relationship with your voice mirrors your relationship with yourself, and what changes when you stop trying to impress and start speaking to expand.This conversation is for anyone who:Feels tension, fear, or contraction when speaking upWants to build real confidence from the inside outIs curious about the connection between voice, presence, and nervous system regulationIs ready to stop performing and start expressingWhether you’re a leader, speaker, creator, or simply someone wanting to show up more fully in life, this episode offers a powerful reframe on what speaking is really for and how it can change you.

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with neurofeedback therapist and global speaker Lynette Louise for a raw conversation about what it really takes to turn your life story into a speaking career.In this episode, Lynette opens up about raising six kids (four with special needs), why she hesitated to speak at first, and the unexpected emotional cost of sharing your truth on stage. Her story didn’t just inspire audiences, it transformed her life.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value‑focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Lynette’s Socials:Website: https://www.lynettelouise.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynette-louise-the-brain-broad-4aa8291Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with Dan to talk about how burning out at a dream job turned into a complete transformation of life and purpose.In this episode, Dan shares the story of leaving a 20‑year BBC career after a panic attack, why success as the world defines it almost cost him everything, and how coaching and speaking gave him a new mission to help others avoid the same path.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value‑focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Daniel's Socials:Website: https://mailchi.mp/e15b2ad66a32/positive-masculinity-mastermindLinkedIn: https://https://www.linkedin.com/in/danglydecoach/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Egoogle%2Ecom%2F&originalSubdomain=ukRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with event planner Rachel Marie to reveal what really goes on behind the scenes when speakers get booked for events.In this episode, Rachel shares why most speakers pitch the wrong way, what event planners actually look for, and how being yourself can open doors to the stages you’ve been dreaming of.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value‑focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Rachel's Socials:Website: https://goodtimes.myflodesk.com/ijv74knnz0?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaeplJ4g1lzTVyAPTSnxRs26kp-dMcVXSJfBY9re_OfhXS8ju4vcgkB6Uvzbsw_aem_qjQs3AxXlzwTWoYLxzIWmwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/for.rachelmarie/?hl=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereinventionstrategist/?hl=enRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with Michelle Petties to explore how a deeply personal story can grow into a full-time speaking career.In this episode, Michelle shares her journey from decades of food addiction to the TEDx stage, the fear she had to face before ever stepping on stage, and how telling her story opened doors she never imagined – from books to workshops to a thriving speaking business.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value‑focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Michelle’s Socials:Website: https://michellepetties.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iambrandnewnow/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Iambrandnewnow/Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with transformational coach and global speaker Daniel Aaron, who shares the simple rule that changed how he books paid speaking gigs and why most coaches and entrepreneurs get this part wrong. In this episode, Daniel unpacks how his “divine whack” moment shifted his mindset, what he looks for in any audience, and how real spiritual alignment attracts more clients than any pitch ever could.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Lee’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecockerell/Website: https://www.leecockerell.comRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with former Disney Executive Lee Cockerell, who shares how he went from managing 40,000+ cast members at Disney World to coaching leaders and speaking around the world. In this episode, Lee opens up about the risks he took, the lessons Disney taught him about people and performance, and why he built the Cockerell Academy to keep teaching long after retirement.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Lee’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecockerell/Website: https://www.leecockerell.comRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with TEDx organizer and coach Darryll Stinson, who shares the single piece of advice that transformed how he approaches speaking — and turned rejection into his biggest advantage. In this episode, Darryll breaks down how he went from arguing in the car to landing his first TEDx talk, why selling solutions (not speeches) changed everything, and the mindset shift every speaker needs to grow from stage to business.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Darryll’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentalhealth-keynotespeaker/Website: https://www.darryllstinson.comRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with TEDx organizer Anouk Rizzo, who shares what makes TEDx feel different in Europe and why the brand still carries an air of exclusivity. In this episode, Anouk breaks down how she built a TEDx event in France, the cultural tension between elitism and accessibility, and what it really takes to make big ideas feel relatable for everyday people.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Anouk’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anoukrizzo/?originalSubdomain=frWebsite: https://www.doyoubuzz.com/anouk-rizzoRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with sales expert and speaker Scott Schilling, who shares what 3,000+ talks have taught him about selling without feeling like a salesperson. In this episode, Scott reveals why the best speakers don’t pitch, they serve, connect, and build trust first. He breaks down the mindset shift that led to over $25 million in sales, and the one mistake most speakers make when trying to convert an audience.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Scott’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottschilling8/Website: https://scottschilling.comRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with strategist and storyteller Chris Hood, who shares how he turned public speaking into a client-generating engine, without chasing stages or pitching services. In this episode, Chris breaks down how one well-placed talk (and one book) led to real consulting deals, why intention beats self-promotion, and how the best business development strategy might just be telling your story well.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Chris’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishood/Website: https://chrishood.comRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with design leader and TEDx coach Bob Baxley, who shares the surprising truth behind every unforgettable talk: it’s not about slides, it’s about story. In this episode, Bob breaks down why the best speakers connect emotionally, how he prepares talks for both billionaires and kids, and what it really takes to create a moment people won’t forget.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Bob’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbaxley/Website: https://baxley.substack.comRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with transformational speaker and coach Antone Wilson, who shares the one discipline that completely shifted the trajectory of his life. In this episode, Antone opens up about the mindset he built after hitting rock bottom, how structure unlocked his confidence, and why discipline is the foundation of true freedom, both on stage and in life.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Antone’s Socials:Antone’s Website: https://hyperspeed-usa.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonegwilson/Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with Alessio Toniolo, a high school senior who got rejected by TEDx three times and then went on to organize his own TEDx event. In this episode, Alessio shares how he went from overlooked to in charge, what most people get wrong about TEDx, and why your age or resume doesn't matter nearly as much as your idea.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Alessio’s Socials:X: https://x.com/_alessiotonioloLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessiotoniolo/Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/🎙-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with comedian-turned-corporate keynoter Greg Schwem, who shares the story of a single joke that nearly ended his set and ended up shifting his entire career. In this episode, Greg unpacks the real risk of using humor in professional settings, why laughter creates lasting connection, and what every speaker can learn from a well-timed punchline.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Greg’s Socials:Website: https://www.gregschwem.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregschwemLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregschwem/Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/🎙-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with Izdihar Jamil, the TEDx organizer of Huntington Beach, to unpack her powerful journey, from getting rejected multiple times as a speaker to eventually building her own TEDx event from the ground up. In this episode, she shares what it really takes to step into leadership, how she trains her speakers like elite athletes, and the one belief every aspiring TEDx speaker must confront.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Izdihar’s Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdrizdiharjamil/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamdrizdiharjamil/Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/🎙-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with Bob Canepa, a veteran speaker booker who’s been the gatekeeper for thousands of events over the past 40+ years. Bob shares the hidden rules most speakers never hear, why he rejects 90% of pitches, what separates a “good” speaker from a great one, and how to actually land more stages. If you want to get booked, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Bob's Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-canepa-11852311/Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/🎙-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with high-performance coach and culture consultant Alexis Carpenter, who shares how getting let go after 12 years in corporate leadership led her to discover her true calling. From navigating foster care to leading 50-person teams, Alexis shares how her voice became her greatest asset and how she now helps organizations shift culture by putting people first.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Alexis’s Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexismcarpenter/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-m-carpenter/Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/🎙-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with real estate investor and private equity entrepreneur LaDale Buggs, who shares how he went from being broke in college to building a $7 million real estate portfolio and why his real mission is becoming “too big to fail.” They dive into the power of speaking to deliver value, how he leverages his voice to close deals, and the mindset behind building generational wealth through real estate, private equity, and legacy strategy.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.LaDale’s Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladalebuggs/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ladale-buggs-aa813330/316Capital: https://www.316capital.comRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/🎙-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with veteran TEDx organizer Mckenya Dilworth Smith, who’s run 8 events and helped one rejected speaker go viral with over 1 million views. They unpack what actually makes a TEDx talk take off, the biggest mistakes speakers make, and why credentials don’t matter nearly as much as heart, humility, and one powerful idea.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Mckenya’s Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mckenyadilworth/ LinkedIn: https:// www.linkedin.com/in/mckenya-dilworth-smith-d-mgt-abd-38a0782/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/🎙-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and TEDx Organizer Fatu M Kaba dive into how one "not good enough" idea led her to the TEDx stage and later to organizing her own event. They explore fear, rejection, imposter syndrome, grassroots momentum, and the surprising way a blog rejection became a TEDx opportunity.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Fatu’s Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/its.fatum/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fatumkaba/ Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?..

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with TEDx organizer, speaker coach, and bureau founder Christine D. Gagnon to reveal the hidden world of TEDx speaker selection, how speakers get picked before applications even open, why 80% of pitches fail, and what separates a forgettable idea from a TEDx-worthy one.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Christine's Socials:LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-d-gagnon-9613556/Website: https://www.christinedgagnon.com/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Speaker Coach Ges Ray discuss transitioning from banking into public speaking, building confidence and charisma for the stage, Ges' blueprint to speaking success, elevating your speaking game, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Ges' Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gesray/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpeakingInPublic/Twitter: https://x.com/gesspeaking/Website: https://speakperformance.online/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and TEDx Organizer Maria Firmino discuss building and organizing a TEDx Event, what goes on behind the scenes, lessons learned, and more advice for aspiring organizers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Maria's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marygofirmino/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariagofirmino/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Professional Speaker Agents Jenny DeRosse and Ivy Gustafson discuss starting out as a professional speaker, building a thriving career, mastering the art of public speaking, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Jenny's Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-michaels-derosseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JennyDeRosseIvy's Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivymgustafsonWebsite: https://impacteleven.com/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Speaking Coach Frank King discuss starting his speaking career as a comedian, landing 12 TEDx Talks, breaking records, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Frank's Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thementalhealthcomedian/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thementalhealthcomedianWebsite: https://www.speaker-accelerator.com/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Health Expert Brigitte Cutshall discuss starting her speaking career, using books to grow her speaking business, the importance of storytelling, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Brigitte's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brigittecutshall/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigittecutshalWebsite: https://brigittecutshall.com/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Marketing Expert Carlos Hidalgo discuss starting his speaking career, using speaking to grow his business, becoming a global authority, and more advice for upcoming professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Carlos' Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlosahidalgoWebsite: https://digitalexhaust.co/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Keynote Speaker Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas discuss starting her speaking career, overcoming challenges, building up stage confidence, and more advice for upcoming professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Nathalie's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathaliepthinkyourself/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/nathalieptWebsite: https://thinkyourself.com/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Keynote Speaker JJ DiGeranimo discuss how to start a successful speaking career, transitioning out of the tech industry, her podcasting process, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.JJ's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jjdigeronimo/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjdigeronimoWebsite: https://jjdigeronimo.com/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and TEDx Organizer Abhinav Avvaru discuss getting started as a TEDx Speaker, organizing a TEDx Event while still in high school , and jumpstarting his career.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Avvaru's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abhi.avvaru1/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhinav-avvaru-240986242Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Keynote Speaker Rachel Druckenmiller discuss getting started as a professional speaker, quitting her job, finding her voice, and building a speaking business that feels authentic.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Rachel's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unmutedlife/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelbdruckenmillerWebsite: https://www.racheldruckenmiller.com/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Leadership Expert Stephan Cote discuss his biggest lessons from a 35-year speaking career, the mindset secrets for a long-term speaking career, how to stand out, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Stephan's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephancote.coach/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-cote-b03405bWebsite: https://www.stephancote.org/Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and TEDx Organizer Anel Imanbay discuss organizing a TEDx Event, how event organizers select speakers, how TEDx builds communities, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Anel's Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anel.imanbay/Linkedin: https://pt.linkedin.com/in/anel-imanbay-975266171Podcast: https://www.amazon.com/Voices-of-the-World/dp/B0CKDS11PSRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Keynote Speaker Ella Lucas-Averett discuss building a speaking business, growing your brand with podcasting, balancing multiple careers, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Ella's Socials:Website: https://www.onairella.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onairwithella/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucas-averettRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Motivational Speaker Sandra Geroux discuss building a speaking business, landing high-paying speaking gigs, lessons from a 24-year speaking career, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Sandra's Socials:Website: https://thewowplace.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandygerouxRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Doctor Samantha Harte discuss overcoming addiction, following your passion, and being an inspiration for others.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Samantha's Socials:Website: https://drsamanthaharte.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamanthaharte/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsamanthaharte Ryan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and TEDx Organizer Nuno Almeida discuss starting out as a speaker, organizing a TEDx Event, what organizers are looking for, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Nuno's Socials:Website:  https://www.brainingai.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nuno.ms.almeida/LinkedIn: https://pt.linkedin.com/in/nuno-m-almeidaRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Leader in Growth Deb Harrison discuss business success, the power of kindness, leadership, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Deb's Socials:Website:  https://dharrisonpvd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dharrisonpvd/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisondeborahRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Motivational Speaker Dr. Robert Lemon discuss growing as a speaker, his 30-year speaking career, avoiding mistakes, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Dr. Robert's Socials:Website:  https://robertelemon.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.RobertLemon/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobertlemonRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and TEDx Organizer Costa Michailidis discuss growing as a speaker, getting accepted for TEDx, going viral with a TEDx Talk, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Costa's Socials:Website:  https://www.innovationbound.com/costaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ideasandaction/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/costamichailidisRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Technology Expert Burton Kelso discuss growing as a speaker, becoming an expert, utilizing technology, and more advice for professional speakers.The Speaking To Expand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Burton's Socials:Website:  https://www.burtonkelso.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burtonkelso/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burtonkelso/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burtonkelsoRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady and Retail Expert Grant Magers discuss the future of retail, innovation through AI, and disrupting markets.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value-focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Grant's Socials:LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantmagersRyan’s Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E%99-ryan-brady-14b451157/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1