The Toastmasters Podcast
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Toastmasters Podcast #103: Maureen Zappala, DTM, on Goal Setting and Mentoring
21 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
[22:45] Maureen Zappala, DTM, is a professional speaker, author and former NASA propulsion engineer. She joins the show to discuss goal setting and ho...
#102: A Behind-The-Scenes Look at Producing Educational Videos for TI, w/ Harry Yan
10 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Harry Yan had the unique opportunity to participate as a cast member in videos produced as part of Toastmasters' revitalized education program (REP).
#102: A Behind-The-Scenes Look at Producing Educational Videos for TI, w/ Harry Yan
10 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
[18:50] Distinguished Toastmaster Harry Yan had the unique opportunity to participate as a cast member in videos produced as part of Toastmasters' r...
#101: Introducing Ellie Kay, Toastmasters' Newest Accredited Speaker
17 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Ellie Kay, ACS, ALB, is now one of only 67 Accredited Speakers (AS) in the world.
#101: Introducing Ellie Kay, Toastmasters' Newest Accredited Speaker
17 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[26:58] Ellie Kay, ACS, ALB, is now one of only 67 Accredited Speakers (AS) in the world. Ellie received the prestigious AS designation at Toastmaster...
Toastmasters Podcast #100: Mohammed Qahtani—2015 World Champion of Public Speaking
25 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
On August 15, 2015, Mohammed Qahtani of Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, District 79, became Toastmasters’ 2015 World Champion of Public Speaking.
Toastmasters Podcast #100: Mohammed Qahtani—2015 World Champion of Public Speaking
25 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[23:15] On August 15, 2015, Mohammed Qahtani of Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, District 79, became Toastmasters’ 2015 World Champion of Public Speaking wi...
#099: Introducing the 2015-2016 International President, Jim Kokocki, DTM
30 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Jim Kokocki, the 2015-2016 Toastmasters International President.
#099: Introducing the 2015-2016 International President, Jim Kokocki, DTM
30 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[19:00] Bo and Greg speak with Jim Kokocki, DTM, who is an entrepreneur and business consultant residing in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. As a vo...
Toastmasters Podcast #098: Deb Arrington—Toastmasters REP Ambassador
08 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 educationa...
Toastmasters Podcast #098: Deb Arrington—Toastmasters REP Ambassador
08 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Arrington shares her experience as a REP Ambassador; what she's learned in the role; her thoughts about the upcoming changes to the e...
Toastmasters Podcast #097: Kristin Arnold — Moderating a Panel Discussion
05 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Kristin Arnold, a meeting facilitator, moderator, trainer and keynote speaker discusses best practices for moderating a panel discussion.
Toastmasters Podcast #097: Kristin Arnold — Moderating a Panel Discussion
05 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Kristin Arnold, a meeting facilitator, moderator, trainer and keynote speaker discusses best practices for moderating a panel discussion.
#096: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 2)
31 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of our convention sneak preview, featuring Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE; Darren LaCroix, CSP; and Alex Malley.
#096: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 2)
31 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of our convention sneak preview, featuring Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE; Darren LaCroix, CSP; and Alex Malley.
#095: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 1)
25 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In first part of our convention sneak preview, we'll meet Marilyn Tam; Dana LaMon DTM, AS; Judy Carter; and Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE.
#095: 2015 International Convention Special Sneak Preview (Part 1)
25 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[31:27] In this episode, you'll meet four of the speakers scheduled to present at the 2015 Toastmasters International Convention in Las Vegas next mon...
Toastmasters Podcast #094: Shelly-Ann Lovell — Leadership in the Hot Kitchen
18 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Executive chef and restaurant operator Chef Lovell discusses the importance of displaying leadership in the high-pressure environment of a restaurant ...
Toastmasters Podcast #094: Shelly-Ann Lovell — Leadership in the Hot Kitchen
18 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[22:13] Greg Gazin speaks with Shelly-Ann Lovell, the executive chef and operator of Firewood Food Stop, a Cajun and Creole restaurant in Trinidad. Sh...
Toastmasters Podcast #093: Push Yourself with High Performance Leadership
13 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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.
Toastmasters Podcast #093: Push Yourself with High Performance Leadership
13 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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.
Toastmasters Podcast #092: Peter Kossowan—Mr. Toast: A Master Club-Builder
22 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Kossowan has chartered 164 clubs and counting.
Toastmasters Podcast #092: Peter Kossowan—Mr. Toast: A Master Club-Builder
22 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[19:00] Greg speaks with Peter Kossowan, known as “Mr. Toast”—a master club-builder who has chartered 164 clubs and counting. Peter is a Disting...
#091: Chief Ambassadors Speak About the Revitalized Education Program
31 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Meet three Chief Ambassadors—leaders charged with the task of spreading the word about Toastmasters International's revitalized education program (R...
#091: Chief Ambassadors Speak About the Revitalized Education Program
31 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Greg speaks with three of the 14 Chief Ambassadors (one from each region) who were interviewed in the March 2015 edition of the Toastmaster magazine.W...
Toastmasters Podcast #090: Toastmasters for Aspiring Authors, with John Lesko
03 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Guest John Lesko joins the show to discuss how participation in Toastmasters can help authors and aspiring authors develop and hone content for public...
Toastmasters Podcast #090: Toastmasters for Aspiring Authors, with John Lesko
03 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[24:10] How can participation in Toastmasters help authors and aspiring authors develop and hone content for publication? Published author John Lesko,...
Toastmasters Podcast #089: Greg Van Borssum, Life: A Real Action Movie
21 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Van Borssum is a filmmaker, inspirational speaker, former bodybuilding champion and Toastmaster.
Toastmasters Podcast #089: Greg Van Borssum, Life: A Real Action Movie
21 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[22:57] Greg speaks with Greg Van Borssum, filmmaker, inspirational speaker, former bodybuilding champion and Toastmaster. Van Borssum is co-founder o...
Toastmasters Podcast #088: Jonathan Li, The Expressive Leader
20 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Expressive Leadership Coach and fellow podcaster Jonathan Li of theexpressiveleader.com joins Bo and Ryan from Hong Kong.
Toastmasters Podcast #088: Jonathan Li, The Expressive Leader
20 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
[19:30] Expressive Leadership Coach and fellow podcaster Jonathan Li of theexpressiveleader.com joins Bo and Ryan from Hong Kong. Jonathan shares his ...
Toastmasters Podcast #087: Bo, Ryan, and Greg Share End-of-the-Year Toastmasters Tips
30 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Bo, Ryan, and Greg finish up the year of Toastmasters Podcasts by each sharing something they learned in 2014 as members.
Toastmasters Podcast #087: Bo, Ryan, and Greg Share End-of-the-Year Toastmasters Tips
30 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Bo, Ryan, and Greg finish up the year of Toastmasters Podcasts by each sharing something they learned in 2014 as members.
Toastmasters Podcast #086: Nita Patel, DTM, on Communication in the Workplace
23 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[19:40] Nita Patel, DTM, is a Toastmaster from New Hampshire who works as an engineer and is active as a board member and leader in various profession...
Toastmasters Podcast #086: Nita Patel, DTM, on Communication in the Workplace
23 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[19:40] Nita Patel, DTM, is a Toastmaster from New Hampshire who works as an engineer and is active as a board member and leader in various profession...
Toastmasters Podcast #085: Historian Paul Clark on Toastmasters 90th Anniversary
08 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Commemorating Toastmasters International's 90th year with Paul Clark, a historian and author who has researched early Toastmasters history.
Toastmasters Podcast #085: Historian Paul Clark on Toastmasters 90th Anniversary
08 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[19:43] Greg speaks with Paul Clark, a historian and author who has researched early Toastmasters history, some of which he shares with us to commemor...
#084: Interview with Dananjaya Hettiarachchi, 2014 World Champion of Public Speaking
31 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Meet the 2014 World Champion of Public Speaking, Dananjaya Hettiarachchi
#084: Interview with Dananjaya Hettiarachchi, 2014 World Champion of Public Speaking
31 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Meet the 2014 World Champion of Public Speaking, Dananjaya Hettiarachchi
#083: Getting to Know Our 2014–2015 International President, Mohammed Murad, DTM
10 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Mohammed Murad, DTM, of Dubai, UAE, the 2014–2015 International President of Toastmasters International.
#083: Getting to Know Our 2014–2015 International President, Mohammed Murad, DTM
10 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[23:45] Mohammed Murad, DTM, was elected as Toastmasters’ 2014–2015 International President this past August at the International Convention in Ku...
#082: Introducing Greg Gazin, the Newest Host of the Toastmasters Podcast
22 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Greg “The Gadget Guy" Gazin joins the Toastmasters Podcast as a third host!
#082: Introducing Greg Gazin, the Newest Host of the Toastmasters Podcast
22 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Greg's columns appear at Canoe.ca, G4TechTV Canada, GadgetGreg.com, GadgetGuy.ca and others. He's also appeared on a number of TV and radio programs, ...
Toastmasters Podcast #081: 2014 Toastmasters International Convention Preview
05 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Meet presenters who will be speaking at the Toastmasters International Convention in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in August.
Toastmasters Podcast #081: 2014 Toastmasters International Convention Preview
05 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Meet presenters who will be speaking at the Toastmasters International Convention in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in August.
Toastmasters Podcast #080: How To Deliver A TED Talk, with Jeremey Donovan
25 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Jeremey Donovan shares How To Deliver A TED Talk, based on his book of the same name.
Toastmasters Podcast #080: How To Deliver A TED Talk, with Jeremey Donovan
25 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Jeremey is Chief Marketing Officer of American Management Association (AMA) International. AMA is the world’s leading nonprofit, membership-based ma...
#079: "Emote" with 2007 World Champion of Public Speaking, Vikas Jhingran
08 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[22:14] Vikas Jhingran is a speaker, author and corporate leader with a strong interest in helping people and teams reach their full potential. As an ...
#079: "Emote" with 2007 World Champion of Public Speaking, Vikas Jhingran
08 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[22:14] Vikas Jhingran is a speaker, author and corporate leader with a strong interest in helping people and teams reach their full potential. As an ...
Toastmasters Podcast #078: Speaking with Tourette's—Cara Wasden
11 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Cara Wasden shares about her experience with Tourette syndrome.
Toastmasters Podcast #078: Speaking with Tourette's—Cara Wasden
11 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[18:37] Cara Wasden, a member of Toast of Petaluma Toastmasters in California, was diagnosed in high school with Tourette syndrome, a neurological dis...
Toastmasters Podcast #077: Andy Weissmann - A Whiz With Words
13 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Weissmann, ACB, ALB talks about his experience competing on Wheel of Fortune.
Toastmasters Podcast #077: Andy Weissmann - A Whiz With Words
13 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[14:00] Andy Weissmann, ACB, ALB, competed on the American TV game show Wheel of Fortune, in which individuals vie for prizes by solving word puzzles....
Toastmasters Podcast #076: Caren S. Neile - The Gender Communication Gap
31 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Differences between men's and women's communication styles with Caren S. Neile, Ph.D., ATMS.
Toastmasters Podcast #076: Caren S. Neile - The Gender Communication Gap
31 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[21:30] Caren S. Neile, Ph.D., ATMS, explores differences between men's and women's communication styles. Being aware of the differences is beneficial...
Toastmasters Podcast #075: Ruth Nasrullah - The Eyes Have It
02 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Explore eye contact and expressive body language with Ruth Nasrullah, ACB, ALB.
Toastmasters Podcast #075: Ruth Nasrullah - The Eyes Have It
02 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
[24:50] Ruth Nasrullah, ACB, ALB, shares information about eye contact and expressive body language. She provides tips on how to communicate effective...
#074: The Revitalized Education Program with Daniel Rex and Pat Johnson
01 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[24:50] As the world changes, Toastmasters International is changing with it. That means offering more and better opportunities to grow and learn. Tow...
#074: The Revitalized Education Program with Daniel Rex and Pat Johnson
01 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[24:50] As the world changes, Toastmasters International is changing with it. That means offering more and better opportunities to grow and learn. Tow...
Toastmasters Podcast #073: Meet George Yen, our 2013-2014 International President
17 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #073: Meet George Yen, our 2013-2014 International President
17 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #072: Going Back To College as the Teacher
10 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[22:30] Looking for good speaking opportunities? Many such opportunities exist at college alumni events. Jennifer Cunningham, an expert on the topic, ...
Toastmasters Podcast #072: Going Back To College as the Teacher
10 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[22:30] Looking for good speaking opportunities? Many such opportunities exist at college alumni events. Jennifer Cunningham, an expert on the topic, ...
#071: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 3)
12 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
#071: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 3)
12 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
#070: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 2)
25 Jun 2013
Contributed by Lukas
#070: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 2)
25 Jun 2013
Contributed by Lukas
#069: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 1)
30 May 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[42:25] Entrepreneur Sam Davidson; humorist and raconteur Conor Cunneen, DTM, AS; CEO and former Major League Baseball player Kent Maggard; 2013 Keyno...
#069: 2013 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 1)
30 May 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[42:25] Entrepreneur Sam Davidson; humorist and raconteur Conor Cunneen, DTM, AS; CEO and former Major League Baseball player Kent Maggard; 2013 Keyno...
Toastmasters Podcast #068: Storytelling About Your Brand with Bernadette Martin
29 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #068: Storytelling About Your Brand with Bernadette Martin
29 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #067: Matt Abrahams Offers Tips on Taming Your Stage Fright
10 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[26:40] Matt Abrahams, author of the book Speaking Up Without Freaking Out and a presenter on speaking anxiety at the 2012 International Convention, d...
Toastmasters Podcast #067: Matt Abrahams Offers Tips on Taming Your Stage Fright
10 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[26:40] Matt Abrahams, author of the book Speaking Up Without Freaking Out and a presenter on speaking anxiety at the 2012 International Convention, d...
Toastmasters Podcast #066: Judith C. Tingley, Ph.D., on Rethinking Positive Thinking
28 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #066: Judith C. Tingley, Ph.D., on Rethinking Positive Thinking
28 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
#065:Bo Bennett and Ryan Levesque - The DTM, the Tortoise, and the Hare
12 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[25:50] Join Bo and Ryan as they share their journeys to achieving Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) status. Bo completed all his speeches in just six m...
#065:Bo Bennett and Ryan Levesque - The DTM, the Tortoise, and the Hare
12 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[25:50] Join Bo and Ryan as they share their journeys to achieving Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) status. Bo completed all his speeches in just six m...
Toastmasters Podcast #064: Susan Cain, The Power In Being Who You Are
13 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[20:00] Susan Cain, author of the New York Times best-selling book "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking," shares importa...
Toastmasters Podcast #064: Susan Cain, The Power In Being Who You Are
13 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
[20:00] Susan Cain, author of the New York Times best-selling book "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking," shares importa...
#063: Meet John Lau, DTM, 2012 Toastmasters International President
13 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[25:04] John Lau, DTM, of Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, was elected Toastmasters’ 2012-2013 International President at the 2012 International Conventi...
#063: Meet John Lau, DTM, 2012 Toastmasters International President
13 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[25:04] John Lau, DTM, of Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, was elected Toastmasters’ 2012-2013 International President at the 2012 International Conv...
#062: 2012 International Convention - Live Interviews & WCPS
12 Sep 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[15:30] Go on location to the 2012 International Speech Contest at the International Convention in Orlando, Florida! Listen in as International Presid...
#062: 2012 International Convention - Live Interviews & WCPS
12 Sep 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[15:30] Go on location to the 2012 International Speech Contest at the International Convention in Orlando, Florida! Listen in as International Presid...
#061: 2012 International Convention Live Interviews - Elevator Speeches
23 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[12:10] Join Bo and Ryan as they spend the morning in an elevator talking to Toastmasters. What better place to discuss the art of elevator speeches? ...
#061: 2012 International Convention Live Interviews - Elevator Speeches
23 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[12:10] Join Bo and Ryan as they spend the morning in an elevator talking to Toastmasters. What better place to discuss the art of elevator speeches? ...
Toastmasters Podcast #060: 2012 International Convention Live Interviews
20 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #060: 2012 International Convention Live Interviews
20 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
#059: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 3)
19 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[41:50] Career Coach Lisa Panarello, CC; Speechwriter and Communications Strategist Pete Weissman, CTM, CL; 2012 Keynote Speaker Joel Manby, president...
#059: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 3)
19 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[41:50] Career Coach Lisa Panarello, CC; Speechwriter and Communications Strategist Pete Weissman, CTM, CL; 2012 Keynote Speaker Joel Manby, president...
#058: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 2)
07 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[29:40] Speech and voice coach Paddy Kennedy; SmithBucklin Corporation CEO Henry Givray; entrepreneur and consultant Lars Sudmann, DTM; and 2011 World...
#058: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 2)
07 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[29:40] Speech and voice coach Paddy Kennedy; SmithBucklin Corporation CEO Henry Givray; entrepreneur and consultant Lars Sudmann, DTM; and 2011 World...
#057: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 1)
01 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
#057: 2012 International Convention Special Sneak Preview! (Part 1)
01 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #056: Linda Cohen - From CC to TV
14 Mar 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[18:00] Toastmaster Linda Cohen talks about what she has learned from her experiences with the media, including the first time she appeared on TV. S...
Toastmasters Podcast #056: Linda Cohen - From CC to TV
14 Mar 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[18:00] Toastmaster Linda Cohen talks about what she has learned from her experiences with the media, including the first time she appeared on T...
Toastmasters Podcast #055: Ellen M. Kozak - Are You A Copyright Criminal?
02 Mar 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #055: Ellen M. Kozak - Are You A Copyright Criminal?
02 Mar 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #054: Speaking on the Run
27 Jan 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #054: Speaking on the Run
27 Jan 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Toastmasters Podcast #053: Communications Resolutions
05 Jan 2012
Contributed by Lukas
[21:15] Jenny Baranick, an English professor based in Southern California, discusses how listeners can fine-tune their writing skills. She offers tips...