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Speaking and Communicating Podcast

Speaking and Communicating Podcast

Roberta Ndlela 371 Episodes Oct 12, 2026

The Speaking and Communicating Podcast with Roberta Ndlela helps professionals, leaders and global communicators master public speaking, business storytelling and soft skills for career success. Host Roberta Ndlela, a communications expert, keynote speaker and executive presence coach, shares evidence-based strategies to build confidence, clarity and influence in the workplace and beyond. Each episode delivers practical insights on effective communication, cross-cultural leadership, overcoming public speaking anxiety and storytelling for impact. New episodes every week feature expert guests and real-world stories to help you communicate with clarity, authenticity and authority.

Episodes

How to be an Authentic Leader: The Power of Authentic Leadership w/ Kurt Bush
How to be an Authentic Leader: The Power of Authentic Leadership w/ Kurt Bush Oct 12, 2026 1605 Are you an authentic leader?Meet Kurt Bush!Discover how to command the room, eliminate the "polite trap," and turn your technical expertise into undeniable leadership authority.Kurt is a Leadership Coach from Iowa who co-founded Brimstone Coaching Group. He transitioned from coaching to organizational leadership during the pandemic in 2020. He shared his leadership approach during uncerta
How to Fix A Toxic Work Culture w/ Dr. Sharalyn Payne
How to Fix A Toxic Work Culture w/ Dr. Sharalyn Payne Oct 5, 2026 1981 How do you fix a toxic work environment?Meet Dr. Sharalyn Payne!Dr. Payne is a sought after trusted advisor who works closely with CEOs, CHROs, CFOs, and VPs on critical leadership decisions. Drawing on her extensive expertise supporting some of the world’s strongest and most reputable companies, she guides clients through sensitive organizational challenges. She is  highly effective at a
How To Overcome Public Speaking Anxiety w/ Dr. David Lee Fish
How To Overcome Public Speaking Anxiety w/ Dr. David Lee Fish Sep 28, 2026 1868 Are you paralyzed by stage fright when speaking, performing or competing?Meet Dr. David Lee Fish!David is a Performance Anxiety Expert who himself had his own challenges with stage fright since elementary school days.He works with professionals who are excellent at their jobs but fall short of their potential when they speak in front of others, whether in formal presentations, team meetin
Why Perfection is Killing Your Leadership (And How Vulnerability Drives Success) w/ Jasper Calcara
Why Perfection is Killing Your Leadership (And How Vulnerability Drives Success) w/ Jasper Calcara Sep 21, 2026 1944 What happens when a high-achieving leader drops the mask of perfection? Meet Jasper Calcara!Jasper Calcara is a CEO, entrepreneur, single father, author, and speaker whose work centers on helping people build success without sacrificing what matters most.In this episode, structural engineer and entrepreneur Jasper Calcara spent decades in the high-pressure construction industry, He realiz
How AI Will Change Human Connection w/ Nathan Graham
How AI Will Change Human Connection w/ Nathan Graham Sep 14, 2026 2570 Will artificial intelligence bring us closer together or drive us further apart? Meet Nathan Graham!Nathan Graham — author, AI consultant, speaker, real estate broker, business builder, and founder of Synthetic Echo Inc.In this episode, Nathan is here to discuss the evolving landscape of technology, communication, and human relationships. As AI becomes embedded in our daily interactions,
Why Leaders Need To Communicate Effectively w/ David Firth
Why Leaders Need To Communicate Effectively w/ David Firth Sep 8, 2026 1811  Are you treating communication as just a technical skill, or as a mindset of service?Meet David Firth!Communication isn't just a set of skills to perform—it's a fundamental mindset to inhabit. In this episode, David Firth, an author, speaker, and organizational consultant with over 30 years of experience helps teams and executives transform their messaging.David breaks down why the conve
Legal Secrets Every Creator Needs to Know w/ Gordon Firemark
Legal Secrets Every Creator Needs to Know w/ Gordon Firemark Aug 31, 2026 1770 How do creatives protect their intellectual property?Meet Gordon Firemark - Attorney At Law!Gordon Firemark, widely known as "The Podcast Lawyer™." has decades of experience bridging entertainment, theater, media, and law,. He is a prominent entertainment lawyer based in Los Angeles, specializing in the theatre, film, and television industries.On this episode, Gordon breaks down the essen
The Empathetic Leader: How to Build Trust, Stop Burnout, and Retain Top Talent w/ Michelle J. Howe
The Empathetic Leader: How to Build Trust, Stop Burnout, and Retain Top Talent w/ Michelle J. Howe Aug 24, 2026 1937 Why is empathy necessary in running an organization?Meet Michelle J. Howe!Michelle is former CPA, strategic consultant, and founder of Empath Evolution™. They delve into why modern leadership requires a fundamental shift from rigid, transactional dynamics to empathetic, relationally aware leadership. Michelle shares her unique transition from numbers and financial precision to deep percep
Master the Art of Negotiation: Win High-Stakes Deals with Heart & Confidence w/ Arlene Cohen Miller
Master the Art of Negotiation: Win High-Stakes Deals with Heart & Confidence w/ Arlene Cohen Miller Aug 17, 2026 2007 How do you truly negotiate?Meet Arlene Cohen Miller!Arlene is an AV Preeminent® Rated Colorado Attorney, Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation, and CEO of Jewel Consultancy, a firm based in Longmont, Colorado, specializing in work-life harmony, leadership coaching, and healing.Drawing from over 3 decades of legal experience, Arlene breaks down what
How To Have Executive Presence: Voice Coaching w/ Sandra Bargman
How To Have Executive Presence: Voice Coaching w/ Sandra Bargman Aug 10, 2026 1759 What does it truly take to command a room, lead with authority, and project executive presence without putting on an artificial "mask"?Meet Sandra Bargman!Sandra is a seasoned voice and presence coach with over 35 years in performing arts, theater, and voiceover. She breaks down why traditional "authoritarian" leadership is dying, how soft skills like empathy and active breathing drive tr
What Is Mental Health? Busting Myths w/ Bryan Gastelle PsyD
What Is Mental Health? Busting Myths w/ Bryan Gastelle PsyD Aug 3, 2026 1728 What do we get so wrong about mental health?Meet Bryan Gastelle, PsyD!Dr. Bryan Gastelle is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the founder of Empower Psychotherapy. Licensed in Arizona, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas, he brings a direct and collaborative approach to mental health care. Dr. Gastelle specializes in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT to support ind
How to Escape Your Comfort Zone: Leadership & Imposter Syndrome w/ Stan Lewis
How to Escape Your Comfort Zone: Leadership & Imposter Syndrome w/ Stan Lewis Jul 27, 2026 1673 Are you staying in your comfort zone because it feels safe, or is it secretly holding you back from your true potential?Meet Stan Lewis!Stan is a Leadership Expert who explores how to shatter self-imposed limitations, master 360-degree leadership, and break free from mental captivity.An empowerment advocate with over 25 years of experience, Stan unlocks the full potential of ambitious pro

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