The Toastmaster's Experience
The Toastmaster's Experience is a podcast that shares stories and insights from Toastmasters members. Each episode explores how individuals have used Toastmasters to overcome fears, improve speaking skills, and achieve personal growth. The podcast offers actionable tips for becoming a more confident communicator and leader. New episodes are released every Tuesday.
Episodes
EP 72 - Monique Tonna: From Finding Her Voice to International Leadership
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn speaks with Monique Tonna, DTM, whose Toastmasters journey has taken her from a nervous young professional struggling to speak confidently to serving as International Director for Region 12.Monique joined Toastmasters in 2011 after discovering that, despite knowing what she wanted to say, communicating confidently and succinctly was a challeng
EP 71 - Casey Squires: From Toastmasters to Speaking Coach — with a Little David Bowie
https://www.caseysquires.com/casey@caseysquires.comOn Instagram and Facebook @CaseySquiresCoachingIn this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn chats with former Toastmaster and speaking coach Casey Squires, whose journey has taken her from speaking in schools across Australia to studying acting in New York and ultimately building a business helping women find their voice on stage.Casey s
EP 70 - SpeakEasy: From an Idea to a Global Speaking Community
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakeasy-speaking-events-38663240a/Join our events: https://events.humanitix.com/host/speakeasy (free online)Join our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SpeakEasySpeakingEventsIn this follow-up episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn welcomes back longtime Toastmaster Allan Rees-Bevan to discover how his community speaking venture, SpeakEasy, ha
EP 69 - Katie Yang: From Toastmasters to the Sydney Fringe
Instagram - katieyang_comedy. To Book https://sydneyfringe.com/events/a-very-chinese-time/A Very Chinese Time | Sydney Fringe. 22 - 26 Sep | 1 hourVenue: Erskineville Town Hall - Emerging Artist Share House - The Spare RoomKatie Yang returns to The Toastmasters Experience for a lively catch-up, just over a year after her first appearance on the podcast. To listen to the previous episode, check o
EP 68 - Daniel Mitchell – How Bob Marley Won the Lifeboat Debate
To book the Parramatta Toastmasters Club60th Anniversary - Gala Dinner Meeting19th September 2026https://parramattatm.corsizio.com/event/6a520cad6905bd52ffd7abd6 In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with Daniel Mitchell, a Toastmaster, educator and the 2026 winner of the Dural Toastmasters Lifeboat Debate, where he took to the stage as the legendary Bob Marley.Daniel sh
EP 67 - Jason Blyth: Reclaiming the Pen, Reclaiming His Voice
Jason Blyth’s Toastmasters journey is about far more than becoming a better public speaker — it is about reclaiming his voice and using it to create change.A member of Elouera Toastmasters in Sydney for just over three years, Jason joined with a very deliberate goal: to develop the stagecraft, speechcraft and storytelling skills needed to take his message to a much wider audience. Remarkably, only
EP 66 - Anu Vijayan: Winning District 90 & Taking Speechcraft to Vancouver
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with Anu Vijayan, a member of Parramatta Toastmasters for 11 years and the recent District 90 winner of both the Humorous and International Speech Contests.Anu shares how joining Toastmasters after moving to Australia helped her find her “flock,” build friendships and develop confidence in a new country. What began with a chance enco
EP 65 - 🏆 Vicki Sheehan Wins District Evaluation | Evaluation Tips Every Toastmaster Needs
In May 2026, Vicki Sheehan, won the District 70 Evaluation Contest, she joins The Toastmasters Experience to share the journey behind her first district evaluation title after more than a decade in Toastmasters. A teacher by profession, Vicki explains how years of providing constructive feedback in the classroom naturally complement the Toastmasters evaluation process, while Toastmasters has also
EP 64 - Maria Pedavoli: Leading the Newly Aligned District 70
Interview conducted on the 12th June 2026As District 70 prepares for a new chapter, Maria Pedavoli shares her inspiring journey from joining Toastmasters in 2009 to becoming the inaugural District Director of the newly aligned District 70. Throughout the conversation, Maria reflects on how personal loss reshaped her Toastmasters journey, leading her away from competition and towards a life of serv
EP 63 - 🎙️ Dale Anne Clark: Confidence, Connection and the Business of Speaking
CONTACT DALE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakerdaleanneclark/TO BOOK LifeBoat Debate https://allevents.in/dural/dural-lbd-2026-rms-majestic-roaring-20s-party/200030109080619TO BOOK ChatterCamp - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/chattercamp-2027-tickets-1988262858733🎧In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn welcomes back professional speaker and Accredited Speaker Dale Anne Clark to
EP 62 - 🏆 From Boardroom Setback to District 70 Table Topics Champion | John Hughson
https://ardillhouse.weebly.com In this engaging episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with John Huhgson, an accomplished Toastmaster whose journey demonstrates that it's never too late to discover new passions, build confidence, and give back to others. John reflects on his 17-year Toastmasters journey, which began in 2009 after a disastrous business presentation shook his
EP 61 - 🏆 Christina Rajkumar: From Speaker Mum to District Champion
In this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with Christina Rajkumar, the District 70 International Speech Contest Champion, to explore her Toastmasters journey, competition success, and passion for communication. 🎙️Christina shares how her introduction to public speaking began long before Toastmasters. Growing up in Sri Lanka as the daughter of a church pastor, she g
EP 60 - Sean Sadimoen: From Gavel Club to District Stage
Follow Sean on https://www.instagram.com/seanyboycomedy/In this engaging episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn interviews longtime Toastmaster and stand-up comedian Sean Sadimoen, whose Toastmasters journey began at just 13 years old through a Gavel Club at Killarney Heights High School. Over the past 21 years, Sean has developed into an accomplished speaker, evaluator, competitor and per
EP 59 - Shaun Premnath: Leading the New Ironbark Division
uIn this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with Toastmaster Shaun Premnath to explore a remarkable journey of growth, leadership, resilience and self-discovery. Shaun shares how he first joined Toastmasters at just 21 years old — reluctantly at the encouragement of his mother. What began as a reluctant visit to a Toastmasters meeting soon became a transformational
EP 58 - Vulnerability Over Perfection: Dean’s Story
In this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn interviews Dean, a relatively new Toastmaster from Quakers Hill Toastmasters Club, who has been a member for just eight months. Despite his short time in the organization, Dean has already made a strong impression, winning first place in Table Topics and second place in Evaluation at the Western Division competition.Dean shares a dee
EP 57 - Behind the Scenes Brilliance: The Sergeant at Arms Role
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn is joined by Charmaine Tully from Blue Mountains Toastmasters to shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked yet vital role of the Sergeant at Arms. Drawing on their shared experience as Toastmasters and celebrants, they explore how thoughtful room setup can dramatically influence the energy, flow, and success of a meeting or event.Charmaine sha
EP 56 - Beyond the Podium: Allan Rees-Bevan, SpeakEasy and a Life of Impact
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn speaks with Allan Rees-Bevan, a long-time Toastmaster whose story is both inspiring and deeply practical. Alan shares that he has been involved in Toastmasters for 35 years, joining at the age of 19 after being strongly encouraged by his grandfather. At the time, he was lacking confidence, struggling at university, and terrified of public spea
EP 55 - The Heartbeat of Toastmasters: VPE Insights
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn highlights one of the most impactful leadership roles in any club—the Vice President Education (VPE). Joined by Charmaine Tully from Blue Mountains Toastmasters, the conversation explores how this role shapes both meetings and member growth.⭐️Charmaine describes the VPE as the driving force behind the club’s educational journey—planning agenda
EP 54 - Surprise! Michael Said Turns the Mic on Evelyn
In this very special episode of The Toastmasters Experience, the microphone is unexpectedly turned on the host herself.Toastmaster Michael Said surprises Evelyn by stepping in as interviewer, asking the questions she normally asks others. With no preparation and no idea what was coming, Evelyn suddenly finds herself sharing her own story.In this candid conversation, Evelyn reflects on her 20-year
EP 53 - District 70 Conference with Mitsie
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn welcomes Mitsie to discuss the upcoming District 70 Conference, taking place from 1–3 May at the Campbelltown Catholic Club. District conferences are a highlight of the Toastmasters calendar, bringing members together for a dynamic weekend of education, networking, leadership updates, and speech contests.Mitsie, a Toastmaster of over 13 years
EP 52 - A Toast to 30 Years: City of London Toastmasters in Action
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, I take you to the heart of London to visit City of London Toastmasters, a club that will be proudly celebrating its 30th Anniversary in November. 🎉During my visit, I had the chance to sit down with passionate members, enthusiastic guests from other London clubs, and even a Toastmaster visiting from China 🌏. The evening was buzzing with energy as the
EP 51 - The Resource Round-Up: 8 Toastmasters Share Their Favorites
On The Toastmasters Experience, I love shining a light on one powerful question: 💡 “What books, podcasts, tools, or routines have shaped your self-development?”In this special compilation, you’ll hear from eight inspiring voices—each with a unique perspective on where they turn for wisdom, confidence, and inspiration.🎙️ Lana (Ep. 24) shares how following domestic politics and programs like Insider
EP - 50 - Maria’s Message: Find Your Voice, Change Your Life
Maria’s Toastmasters journey began in 2009 after a staff retreat conversation made her realise she had no hobbies outside of work and family life. Caring for her husband after a major accident and raising three children had left little time for herself. Remembering her love of speaking, she found Bosley Park Toastmasters — and has been active ever since, now belonging to four clubs, including one
EP 49 - Top 28 Finalist: Remona’s Remarkable First Year in Toastmasters
In this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn welcomes back Remona Moodley—one of Toastmasters’ Top 28 semi-finalists in the 2025 World Championship of Public Speaking. Even more remarkable: it’s Remona’s first year in Toastmasters.Remona shares her thrilling and somewhat nerve-wracking journey of finding out she was selected. From obsessively refreshing the website to seeing he
EP 48 - Katie YZ Joined Toastmasters and Found Comedy!
In this lively episode of The Toastmasters Experience, I interview Sydney-based Toastmaster and stand-up comedian Katie YZ. Katie shares her unique motivation for joining Toastmasters back in 2019—not to win contests, but to save her marriage. Frustrated by poor communication with her husband, Katie found that Toastmasters offered a far more cost-effective solution than marriage counselling—and it
EP 47 - Zoom, Speeches & 143 Countries: Richard Peck’s Presidential Reign
In this insightful episode of The Toastmasters Experience, I welcome Richard Peck, former International President of Toastmasters, who shares his extraordinary journey from reluctant speaker to global leader. Richard’s Toastmasters story began in 2006 after an encounter with legendary speaker Les Brown, who encouraged him to join. Within six months, Richard unexpectedly became Club President—after
EP 46 - From Brooklyn to the Big Stage with Marc Williams
cIn this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Marc Williams—educator, speaker, and three-time Toastmasters International Speech Contest finalist—shares his 14-year journey with Toastmasters, starting with a simple DVD recommendation that sparked a life-changing pursuit. From his first hesitant visit to LIU Brooklyn Toastmasters to standing on the world stage multiple times, Marc’s pat
EP - 45 - Mark Walker’s Legacy as District 90 Toastmasters Director
Mark, a seasoned Toastmaster of 20 years, joined in 2005 to sharpen his presentation skills for his medical career. A psychiatrist by profession, Mark has since embraced both the communication and leadership aspects of Toastmasters. He is a dedicated member of multiple clubs, including Glenbrook, Enhanced, Penrith CBD, and the online Koala Communicators Club.Mark has held significant leadership ro
EP 44 - Still Standing Strong: Ramona J. Smith’s Journey
What a delight interviewing, Ramona J. Smith, 2018 World Champion of Public Speaking. Motivated by a love of public speaking, she joined Toastmasters in 2010 to polish her communication skills—encouraged by her sister. She now belongs to Post Oak Toastmasters in Houston and strongly advocates for in-person meetings for their immersive energy.Her performance roots trace back to a vibrant childhood
EP 43 - Colin Williams on Confidence, Cruises, and Connection
Colin Williams, a seasoned Toastmaster and former speech competitor, shares how joining Toastmasters a decade ago became a turning point in his life. Initially drawn in by a newspaper ad and finally walking into Redlands Toastmasters after 20 years of procrastination, Colin instantly felt he had “found his people.” He went on to compete in speech contests, winning both the International and Humoro
EP 42 - Radhi Spear Visits, District 70 Rises – A Toastmasters Conference to Remember
In this special episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn takes you behind the scenes of the 2025 District 70 Conference, held at the Campbelltown Catholic Club from May 2–4. With her roving reporter style, Evelyn interviews key figures who helped shape the event, including members of the District 70 Trio, the Region 12 International Director, and the standout guest of honour—Toastmasters Int
EP 41 - Voices of District 70: StageTime Toastmasters & the 4 Big Contests
In this special two-part edition of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn takes listeners behind the scenes at the 2025 District 70 Conference, held at Campbelltown Catholic Club. As a roaming reporter, she captured the energy, emotion, and excellence of the weekend through candid interviews with contestants and passionate members.The conference featured all four major contests—Humorous, Table Topic
EP 40 - Waves of Toastmasters Wisdom with Urmi
To connect with Urmi -https://www.linkedin.com/in/urmihossain/https://www.instagram.com/wil_victoriachapter/https://www.youtube.com/@urmihossainUrmi's Book: Discovering Your Identity: A Rebirth From Interracial Struggle – Available on AmazonIn this episode, I welcome Urmi Hossain, a passionate Toastmaster, now living in Montreal. Urmi joined Toastmasters in 2019, inspired by her love for TED
EP 39 - Frankie Uncluttered: The Evaluator’s Mind at Work
Frankie joined Toastmasters out of love—curious about her then-boyfriend’s eloquence and weekly meetings. Her first impression of Parramatta Breakfast Toastmasters was all the clapping, but she quickly saw the confidence it instilled. Though her early Toastmasters journey paused due to work, she rejoined in 2019 at Dural Toastmasters and has now been an active member for six years. Her involvement
EP 38 - Beauty Queen, Boardroom and a Bicycle: Remona's Toastmaster's Journey"
In this inspiring episode, Ramona Moodley shares her journey from shy child to confident communicator, blending personal transformation with professional growth.Ramona joined Toastmasters in August 2024, seeking to move from knowing what makes a good speaker to truly embodying it. She calls Toastmasters her “bicycle” — a place to practice, fall, and improve through doing. She's now a member o
EP 37 - Helping others shine with Verity Price
In this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, I interview 2021 World Champion of Public Speaking, Verity Price. Verity shares her Toastmasters journey, beginning in 2011 when she joined out of curiosity after seeing the impact it had on her sister. Despite being a professional speaker, she discovered profound growth through Toastmasters, particularly in leadership. She recounts earni
EP 36 - 10 Toastmasters, 1 Question: Life-Changing Advice
This special episode of The Toastmasters Experience compiles powerful advice from 10 seasoned Toastmasters, including award-winning speakers, coaches, and leaders with over 100 years of combined experience. Each offers heartfelt encouragement for those considering joining Toastmasters. Their key messages? Just take the first step. Don’t let fear or perfectionism stop you—growth happens through con
EP 35 - Alchemy in Action: Jody on Speaking and Becoming
To connect with Jody – https://www.jodydontje.com/https://www.instagram.com/jodydontjecoaching/?hl=en In this vibrant and heartfelt interview, Jody Dontje shares her inspiring journey as a speaker, coach, and changemaker.🎙️ She reflects on how Toastmasters shaped her identity as a public speaker after years of speaking for charity in Nepal and for women's empowerment in London. Joining Toastm
EP 34 - Roger’s Rise: Third and Wise, Mentoring Lives
Roger Caesar shares his inspiring journey in Toastmasters, joining in 2011 to gain confidence in business meetings. He co-founded Raising Champions Advanced Toastmasters and quickly developed a passion for public speaking. Competing in multiple contests, he reached the World Championship of Public Speaking four times, placing third in 2021. His journey was marked by challenges, including an emotio
EP - 33 Greg North: The Hat-Swapping, Rhyme-Slinging Bush Poet
Greg North, a seasoned Toastmaster and award-winning bush poet, shares his journey through public speaking and poetry in this engaging interview. His Toastmasters adventure began in the 1990s in Parramatta, inspired by a desire for personal growth. After a hiatus due to work commitments, he joined Springwood Toastmasters, where he has been a member for over 22 years. He attributes his long-standin
EP 32 - The Courage to Speak: How Nelu Turned Shyness into a Message of Strength
Nelu shares her inspiring Toastmasters journey. She is currently a member of Stage Time and Revesby Toastmasters, part of District 70, Sydney, Australia.Toastmasters became a therapeutic space where she could share her personal story and help others. Facing society’s stigma around depression, she used public speaking to challenge misconceptions and encourage dialogue. She also reflects on her deb
EP 31 - Fursey’s Story: From Principal to Speaking Coach Because Every Great Speech Deserves a Supporting Chair
I had the pleasure of interviewing the fabulous Fursey Gotuaco.Fursey joined Toastmasters in 2017 by accident after being invited to a meeting while in Shanghai, China. Since then, it has been a transformative experience for him. He is currently a member of two online advanced clubs and is dedicated to supporting Toastmasters clubs worldwide.Toastmasters has provided Fursey with a global communit
EP 30 - Musings with Matt: The Impact of Toastmasters on Life and Career
In today’s podcast, I interview, Matt, an experienced Toastmaster, currently living in Iowa. He joined Toastmasters in December 2003 to improve his presentation skills.Matt belongs to two clubs: Shibboleth, focusing on leadership and communication, and Positive Achievers, an advanced club for professional speakers. He explains the biblical origin of "Shibboleth," emphasizing its connecti
EP 29 - Nicole’s New Match: From the Tennis Court to Toastmasters
Nicole, a tennis coach and former professional tennis player, joined Toastmasters to challenge herself in new ways beyond the tennis court. Through Toastmasters, Nicole has learned techniques such as better voice control, humor, eye contact, and audience engagement, which have also made her a more effective and dynamic coach.Her introduction to Toastmasters dates back to her childhood when her fat
EP 28 - Marathons, Multilingualism, and Mastery: How Toastmasters Transformed Monica
🎙️Monica shares her transformative journey with Toastmasters, which began when a friend's experience inspired her to join. She quickly grew fond of the supportive environment, becoming a member of multiple clubs, including City Tattersalls, National, and Stage Time Toastmasters. ⭐️Monica’s experience as an area director has been eye-opening, offering her insight into managing diverse clubs wi
EP - 27 - Evelyn & Lou Go Live: Lessons, Laughs, and Legacy in 77 Days
This episode features Lou Beaton and myself, sharing our journey through the 77-Day Video Challenge, an initiative started by Darren LaCroix to encourage daily live speaking practice. The challenge, inspired by Darren’s preparation for the World Championship of Public Speaking in 2001, helps participants refine their impromptu speaking skills, develop storytelling abilities, and build a habit of s
EP 26 - From Classroom to Contest: Vicki’s Speaking Success
Vicki joined Toastmasters in 2015, inspired by her former boss, a public speaking advocate who encouraged her staff to hone their communication skills. Vicki, a high school teacher, recognized the value of public speaking, especially when tasked with delivering a graduation speech for 400 people. She joined Parramatta Club, completing a Speechcraft course, and has remained a member ever since, lat
EP 25 - From Yes to Progress: Michael Said’s Toastmasters Success
Michael shares his remarkable journey in Toastmasters, spanning over two decades, starting in 2000 when he joined after initial reluctance. Encouraged by a friend and a pivotal ask from a club member, Michael learned a valuable lesson: sometimes, people just need to be asked to join.Initially balancing Toastmasters with a demanding work schedule, Michael’s commitment grew as he joined multiple clu
EP 24 - "From Notes to Stage Mastery: Lana's Inspiring Toastmasters Journey"
Lana’s journey with Toastmasters began after a judge at a university oratory competition suggested she join to refine her skills and reduce reliance on notes. Despite her natural talent in public speaking, Lana lacked polish and joined Concord West Toastmasters in December 2017 at age 20. Since then, she has been an active member for seven years, also participating in a second club, Stage Time.Her
EP 23 - Francoise Bowen’s Path From Toastmasters to Healing Memoir
https://tinyurl.com/StolenInnocenceBook Francoise Bowen, a Toastmasters leader and newly published author from the dual island country Antigua and Barbuda located in the Caribbean, shares her inspiring journey of personal growth, healing, and advocacy. A member of Toastmasters since 2014, Francoise has leveraged the organization to develop her communication, leadership, and cultural adaptability s
EP 22 - Jess Kingsford on Toastmasters and the Birth of Happy Hearts Parenting
Listen in on this delightful conversation with past Blue Mountains Toastmaster member Jess Kingsford.Happy Hearts Parenting is a not-for-profit organisation helping parents and carers of young children promote their child's wellbeing by nurturing their moral development.Learn more about our Foundations Program: http://happyheartsparenting.org/moreinfo_sfVisit the Happy Hearts Parenting websit
EP 21 - From Yes to Success: Glen Pearce’s Leadership Story
Glen has been a Toastmaster for nearly 10 years, shares his journey and leadership experiences within the organization. Glen has held numerous leadership roles, starting as VP of Education six months into his membership and advancing to District Director for District 72. He underscored the personal and professional growth these roles offered, including enhanced confidence, networking, and exposur
EP 20 - Lydia’s Toastmasters Story of Leadership Opportunities and Success
Listen in on Lydia’s inspiring journey with Toastmasters. Lydia joined her first club in White Rock, BC, Canada. She was motivated by a desire to improve public speaking for a sales career. Over 30 years, she’s participated in various clubs, including advance and online clubs, and held numerous leadership roles. Lydia’s Toastmasters journey includes being a district director twice (2017–2018 an
EP - 19 - Accredited Speaker, and Company Culture Pro – Stephanie Angelo
Listen in on this delightful conversation with Accredited Speaker, and Company Culture Pro – Stephanie Angelo. Stephanie joined me virtually from Arizona. She initially joined Toastmasters around 2005 but left due to time constraints, eventually rejoining in 2017, becoming a member of the Rise and Shine club. Professionally, Stephanie is a company culture consultant focused on creating organizati
EP - 18 - The Kory May Way: 2000 Days of Relentless Persistence, Storytelling, and Speaking Excellence
Listen in on this delightful conversation with Kory.Kory joined Toastmasters in 2006 to find purpose after a personal life change, attracted by the focus on communication and community. With over 18 years of experience, he currently belongs to four hybrid clubs across different U.S. states. He values hybrid meetings for the chance to connect globally and experience varied customs and meeting style
EP - 17 Conversation with Toastmasters International 2021 World Championship of Public Speaking® second place winner Nitay-Yair Levi
I first interviewed Nitay Yair Levi in March 2022. , Nitay is the second-place winner in the 2021 World Championship of Public Speaking. He recounted his journey, which began when his wedding speech performance fell flat, prompting him to seek improvement. Initially hesitant and introverted, Nitay joined City Tattersall's Club in 2019 and took six months to give his first "icebreaker&quo
EP - 16 - Shared Insights on "What Advice would you give someone Considering joining Toastmasters?""
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, previous guests offers advice to those considering membership, emphasizing the value of confronting fears and stepping out of comfort zones to improve communication skills. Many express that while joining can be intimidating, Toastmasters provides a supportive and welcoming environment where members are encouraged to practice speaking, listening, a
EP - 15 - Feel the Fear, and do it Anyway with Charmaine
My next guest, Charmaine shares her journey of joining Toastmasters, explaining her motivation to enhance her public speaking and speechwriting skills. Despite her extensive teaching experience of over 44 years, Charmaine felt that she needed to refine her skills in engaging audiences beyond the traditional classroom setting. Toastmasters provided a supportive environment where she could expand
EP 14 - From Nerves to Accolades: Dale Rees-Bevan’s Rise as an Accredited Speaker
TIME SENSITVE –Dale will be a part of the Spectacular Online Event to Celebrate the Centennial of Toastmasters!As one of 100 speakers (speaking 2nd) from 10 regions, spanning 20 hours from New Zealand to Hawaii, this is an event you won’t want to miss.This online event will be held on Saturday, October 19th and will run non-stop for 20 hours, starting in New Zealand and concluding in Hawaii. Wor
EP 13 - Debrief of the 100 Anniversary Convention with Maria and Lou
What a pleasure to get to relive the 100 Anniversary Toastmasters Convention with Maria and Lou in this highly entertaining podcast.
EP 12 - The World Needs Toastmasters - Conversation with Ross
Ross has been a member of Toastmasters on and off for almost 30 years, but he professes and I agree “Once a Toastmaster, always a Toastmaster.” Listen in to this reflective episode where we delve into the concept of communication, seeing it as a complex, multi-directional process where individuals reflect on and internalize messages, which then shape personal responses. Reflecting on Toastmast
EP 11 - Speech Failure led Justin to Toastmasters
Justin was motivated to join Toastmasters after a humiliating experience giving a speech at a friend's 50th birthday party. Despite thinking he was a decent public speaker, his jokes fell flat, and the speech was poorly received. This moment of realization pushed him to seek improvement, leading him to discover Toastmasters. His first experience at a Toastmasters meeting involved participatin
EP 10 - The Talkative Toastmaster - Melanie Surplice
What a pleasure, speaking with fellow toastmaster podcaster Melanie Surplice. Mel, who shares her journey with Toastmasters, her first encounter with Toastmasters was during high school, when a local club ran a six-week speech craft course that left a lasting impression on her. Currently, Mel is a member of two clubs: Mount Gravatt, where she's been for three and a half years, and Leading E
EP 9 - From Introvert to Confidence with Cat
Delightful conversation with past Toastmaster member Cat.Cat joined Toastmasters in 2011 to improve communication skills, which were hindering her professional effectiveness. Initially, she struggled with public speaking and lacked confidence, often feeling nervous during speeches. She found Toastmasters invaluable in overcoming these challenges, eventually gaining confidence and enjoying the expe
EP 8 - Noni - From Reluctance to DTM
Delightful conversation with Noni, DTM, and 28 year member of Toastmasters.Noni shares her initial reluctance to join Toastmasters despite encouragement from a friend at UNICEF in New York. Skeptical at first, they were hesitant about participating in public speaking, associating it with unnatural delivery. However, after a demo meeting that attracted 46 members in 1996, Noni became involved and
EP 7 -- Vicki's Decade of Toastmasters
Vicki joined Toastmasters after being inspired by a friend 40 years ago and later by a colleague at work. She is now a member of three clubs: Springwood Toastmasters, Enhanced Toastmasters, and Corrective Speakers. Vicki has been a Toastmaster for 10 years and has held various leadership roles, including area director, Western Division Director and district 90 administration manager.In her leader
EP 6 - Lou's story from Personal Pain to Toastmaster's Gain
Lou's story stands out from most Toastmasters members, who typically join to enhance their public speaking skills. She joined Toastmasters 20 years ago after a personal crisis—her husband of 22 years abruptly left her, profoundly altering her life. Feeling embarrassed and lost, she decided to engage in new activities and walked into Toastmasters. Initially hesitant and emotional, she was warm
EP 5 - Pursuing his PhD led Guy to Toastmasters
https://guymickle.com/Guy's Story - He joined Toastmasters while pursuing a PhD at the Australian National University, initially drawn by curiosity and the opportunity to meet new people and improve public speaking skills. He first spoke publicly during his engineering degree and found it nerve-wracking. Despite a long gap, he rejoined Toastmasters after moving to the Blue Mountains to social
EP 4 - Insight from Jeni on how Toastmasters has changed from 40 years ago
Jeni rejoined Toastmasters after a 40-year hiatus. Jeni recalls joining initially to gain confidence for her corporate board meetings, where she was the only female senior manager. She found the Table Topics exercise particularly useful in thinking and speaking simultaneously. Although she enjoyed her time, she eventually left due to time constraints.Recently, Jeni rejoined Toastmasters to fill a
EP 3 - What does it take to be Toastmaster of the Year with Daryl
I had an absolutely delightful conversation with Daryl, where we discussed leadership, feedback, contests, and the dedication required to earn the prestigious title of Toastmaster of the Year. This honor is truly well-deserved.Daryl joined Toastmasters in 2015 after moving to a new part of Sydney. He was looking for a local activity to join with his wife, Candice, and discovered a nearby Toastmast
EP 2 - Becoming a better listener through Evaluation with Guy
Guy joined Toastmasters initially out of curiosity, influenced by his mother's past membership and a family interest in personal development. He first joined about ten years ago in Sydney and recently rejoined in the Blue Mountains. Guy hasn't delivered his first speech yet but is excited about the opportunity. He also listens to "The Mindset Mentor" podcast by Rob Dial to impr
EP 1 - Debut of The Toastmaster's Experience with Jenny
Debut episode with Jenny, my mentor of 16 years.Jenny joined Toastmasters in 1993 in Sydney and was active for six years before life changes interrupted her membership. She rejoined in 2007 at Blue Mountains Toastmasters and has been a member since. Initially, she joined Toastmasters for social reasons and to improve public speaking skills, driven by her parents' encouragement. Jenny's f
Trailer - The Toastmaster's Experience
"The Toastmaster's Experience," a podcast packed with valuable knowledge and motivation from real Toastmasters members. Each episode explores the transformative journeys of individuals who have used Toastmasters to overcome fears, enhance speaking abilities, and achieve personal growth. Discover actionable tips and techniques to improve your speaking and leadership skills.—PLEASE su
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