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Welcome to The Talkative Toastmaster podcast, with your host, Melanie Surplice. In this podcast, we explore how Toastmasters can help you to polish your public speaking skills, communicate with confidence and amplify your authenticity. You'll hear from my fellow Toastmasters and I, how this global organisation has impacted our lives for the better, and, how it could impact YOURS! Now let's get talkative!
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Episode 27: My Toastmasters journey - with Steve Bates
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever craved genuine feedback that slices through the usual "good job" commentary? Toastmaster Steve Bates certainly did. Join us as Steve, an 11-year member of Toastmasters, and winner of the District 69 Table Topics Contest, recounts his unique foray into the world of Toastmasters. His quest for constructive critic…
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Episode 26: Recap of the 2024 District 69 Conference - from a first-timer
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Send us a Text Message. In this Episode, I recap the District 69 Toastmasters conference, held on the first weekend of May in Caloundra, South East Queensland. As a first time District Conference attendee, member of the organising committee and contest participant, I delve into the agenda of the theme that encouraged us to "Grow By Design". From th…
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Episode 25: My Toastmasters journey - with Junyan Tan
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Send us a Text Message. This week, we explore the 12-month Toastmasters journey of Junyan Tan - a Toastmasters enthusiast, recently appointed Secretary of the Mount Gravatt Toastmasters Club - and one of my mentees. Junyan (who usually goes by the name of Brodie), shares his seven-year journey to the podium. Listen as we uncover the layers of perso…
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Episode 24: Recapping 23 episodes of The Talkative Toastmaster Podcast
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Send us a Text Message. As we celebrate The Talkative Toastmaster Podcast's journey through 23 episodes, I recap highlights of each episode to date - not only to surface some of the earlier content for new visitors to the podcast, but also to reflect on some of the inspiring personal stories that my guests have shared. Revisit our early guidance fo…
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Episode 23: My Toastmasters journey - with Sue Pinker
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a unique journey with Sue Pinker, a beacon in the Toastmasters community, as she recounts her remarkable transformation from a shy and nervous woman to a charismatic leader and speaker. As we navigate Sue's personal anecdotes and her current role as District 69's historian, we uncover the impact of Toastmasters on …
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Episode 22: Navigating the Toastmasters annual conference and training circuit
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we unlock the treasure trove of conferences and training opportunities that await Toastmasters who choose to take advantage of a packed annual program! I walk through the various area and division gatherings, where fellow Toastmasters compete and learn through educational sessions. But that's just the appeti…
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Episode 21: My Toastmasters journey - with Leonard Scuderi
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Send us a Text Message. When Leonard Scuderi steps onto the stage, he brings with him a treasure trove of experiences from three decades as a Toastmaster. His journey, which began with a nudge from his father and a personal quest to enhance his communication as an engineer, has taken him through clubs across the globe - each anecdote shedding light…
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Episode 20: The transformative odyssey of Toastmasters contests
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Send us a Text Message. This week, we navigate through the competitive landscape of Toastmasters contests! From intimate club-level contests to the pinnacle of the World Championship of Public Speaking, I'll walk you through the stages where the art of public speaking is not only honed and celebrated, but judged. Peer behind the curtain of the eval…
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Episode 19: My Toastmasters journey - with Kate Norris
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Send us a Text Message. In our latest episode, Kate Norris, a Toastmaster with 14 years experience, joins us to recount her transformative story. From the depths of personal challenge to the heights of district-level leadership roles, she shares how the community within Toastmasters not only honed her public speaking skills but also led her to deve…
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Episode 18: Exploring the many leadership opportunities in Toastmasters
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the transformative power of leadership roles in Toastmasters, and how they forge skills you can apply in every facet of your life. In this episode, I take you behind the gavel to reveal how taking on a leadership role at Toastmasters can provide invaluable experience. From the skill of decision-making to the finesse…
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Episode 17: My Toastmasters journey - with Mat Eyles
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a decade of transforming fear into finesse through public speaking feels? Let Toastmaster Mat Eyles take you on his captivating journey in the latest episode of the Talkative Toastmaster podcast. You’ll hear how Mat's initial reservations about joining Toastmasters melted away as he found the perfect club. …
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Episode 16: Expanding your professional growth and network with Toastmasters mentors
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the transformational power of mentorship, as we navigate the inner workings of Toastmasters' mentoring program to catapult your communication and leadership skills to new heights. In this episode, I delve into how the mentoring program fosters the art of crafting successful mentoring relationships, discussing the proc…
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Episode 15: My Toastmasters journey - with Graham Cairns
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a Toastmasters odyssey as my guest, Graham Cairns, shares experiences from six of his current Toastmasters clubs and the completion of some 15 Pathways. From the first anxious steps at a local community club to the polished podiums of advanced groups, Graham has navigated the seas of public speaking and leadership,…
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Episode 14: Exploring the unique roles on the Toastmasters agenda
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Send us a Text Message. In this Episode, we explore the Toastmasters meeting agenda in detail, to provide you with an outline of the unique speaking opportunities at each meeting. I’ll touch on what each role is, what’s required and how you may be able to apply this to other areas of your life. Picture yourself as the Toastmaster, a conductor ensur…
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Episode 13: My Toastmasters journey - with Geoff Roberts
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Send us a Text Message. Picture this: you're in a room full of people, your heart is pounding, palms are sweaty and it's your turn to speak. Daunting, right? Our guest for this week's episode, Geoff Roberts, shows us that it doesn't have to be! A long-standing member of Mad Chatter's Toastmasters, and current Area 26 Director, Geoff shares his tran…
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Episode 12: Improving your speaking prowess with constructive evaluations
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how seasoned speakers turn every critique into a stepping stone for success? Unlock this mystery with me as we dissect the transformative power of speech evaluations in the world of Toastmasters. Episode 12 provides insights on the subtle art of constructive feedback, which can help you to elevate your public s…
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Episode 11: My Toastmasters journey - with Thomas Krafft
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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode, we pull up for a chat with Thomas Krafft, who at age 18, embarked on a jam-packed Toastmasters journey that led him to achieve a Distinguished Toastmaster Award (DTM) by age 25. Listen as Thomas outlines his Toastmasters experience, his role in steering five clubs as President and being an Area Director t…
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Episode 10: Conquering the terror of impromptu speaking with Toastmasters
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Send us a Text Message. Ever find yourself tongue-tied when the spotlight unexpectedly turns your way? Let me share with you, how Toastmasters can be instrumental in helping you to improve your impromptu speaking skills. In this episode, I discuss the many opportunities Toastmasters provides for anyone eager to elevate their spontaneous speech skil…
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Episode 9: My Toastmasters journey - with Kevin Ryan
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Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode, we hear highlights of the inspirational 35-year journey of Kevin Ryan, who went from an electronics company rep to a professional speaker, with the help of Toastmasters. Our conversation pulls back the curtain on the art of public speaking and the powerful life lessons that come from leading and growi…
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Episode 8: Mastering the art of inspiring speeches with Toastmasters
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets of powerful speechmaking, as we delve into the art of capturing hearts and minds through words. This episode is your golden ticket to understanding why the ability to craft and deliver a meaningful speech is more than just a skill—it's a bridge connecting people, ideas, and action. With a nod to icons like…
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Episode 7: My Toastmasters journey - with John Coorey
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how to refine your communication skills to command a room? Join us as we catch up with John Coorey, a five-year veteran of Toastmasters, who shares his journey of learning the art of public speaking. John opens up about his early days, from grappling with vocal variety and speech structure, to standing confiden…
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Episode 6: Your Pathways to success at Toastmasters
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Send us a Text Message. Join us in Episode 6, as we navigate through the Toastmasters Pathways program, where the art of communication and leadership is fine-tuned to meet the demands of our ever-evolving world. Offering the opportunity to hone over 300 competencies across 11 learning paths, the program is like your own, bespoke degree, designed to…
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Episode 5: My Toastmasters journey - with Melissa Chong
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Send us a Text Message. Hear the first-hand account of the impact of Toastmasters with our very first guest, Melissa Chong. An experienced member of the Mount Gravatt Toastmasters Club, Melissa shares her inspiring journey of self-development over the past ten years. Her dedication to improving her public speaking skills for her research work may e…
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Episode 4: What actually is Toastmasters and how can it help you succeed?
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the key to conquering Glossophobia, the fear of public speaking, and learn how to step confidently into leadership roles with the guidance of Toastmasters International. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of this global not-for-profit organisation, that has been fostering effective communication and leaders…
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Episode 3: My Toastmasters journey - with Melanie Surplice
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Send us a Text Message. Embark with me on a brief review of the 35 years of my life interlaced with Toastmasters. In today's episode, I unfold the chapters of my journey, from a hesitant 17-year-old in a high school Speechcraft program to a far more confident speaker, who has held senior marketing roles in global companies, led online communities, …
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Episode 2: Unleashing success: why confidence in public speaking matters
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly climb the career ladder while others struggle? The secret might just lie in their ability to communicate effectively. This episode of The Talkative Toastmaster podcast is all about the transformative power of confident public speaking. We're not just talking about giving spe…
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Episode 1: Conquering the fear of public speaking: from anxiety to confidence
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Send us a Text Message. Are you ready to conquer one of humanity's most common fears? It's time to face the terror of public speaking head-on! We're dissecting this widespread fear from every angle, exploring its deep-seated roots from evolutionary instincts to the crushing dread of judgement. Dive into the world of glossophobia and find out how it…
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Send us a Text Message. Public speaking remains one of the most prevalent fears of individuals globally, often surpassing fears of heights, spiders, and even death. Glossophobia, the fear of public speaking, affects an estimated 75% of the population, leading to symptoms ranging from mild anxiety to severe panic attacks. This fear can be debilitati…
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