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The art of public speaking with authentic and meaningful storytelling can change and even save a life. Learn how to get up on a big stage and share your important message through the lens of award winning director, Tricia Brouk. She shares her personal experience of being on big stages all over the world and interviews people who talk for a living and gets them to reveal their secrets on how to become a successful public speaker and have lasting legacy. Tricia has put thousands of speakers onto countless big stages. Guests of The Big Talk have included Stedman Graham, John Lee Dumas, Hap Klopp, Darieth Chisolm and Farnoosh Torabi among others.

The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk Tricia Brouk

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The art of public speaking with authentic and meaningful storytelling can change and even save a life. Learn how to get up on a big stage and share your important message through the lens of award winning director, Tricia Brouk. She shares her personal experience of being on big stages all over the world and interviews people who talk for a living and gets them to reveal their secrets on how to become a successful public speaker and have lasting legacy. Tricia has put thousands of speakers onto countless big stages. Guests of The Big Talk have included Stedman Graham, John Lee Dumas, Hap Klopp, Darieth Chisolm and Farnoosh Torabi among others.

    A Look Inside the Pivotal Moments That Shaped My Journey

    A Look Inside the Pivotal Moments That Shaped My Journey

    This episode came from a question I recently posted in our private Facebook group for speakers of The Big Talk, asking them what they would like me to share in upcoming solo podcasts. I received so many thoughtful questions that I’m excited to cover in the coming weeks! 
     
    This particular request was from Jenny Lincoln, who is a community member, an alum of The Big Talk Academy, a former participant in The Big Talk Live, and a super amazing 1:1 client. 
     
    She asked me to talk about the greatest moments in my life and career and how I embodied them further. She also asked about my toughest challenges and how I learned from them. So today, I’m talking about both!
     
    In this episode, I explore:
     
    The five most pivotal moments in my journey, including what it was like moving to New York City at 20 to pursue dance
    The reason my greatest moments and toughest challenges, both personally and professionally, are all linked
    How I embodied success and said ‘yes’ to opportunities 
    Why I practice radical self-forgiveness and the way you can do the same



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    • 28 min
    Inclusion is Not What You Think with AnnMarie Flynn, PhD (Speaker Salon Showcase)

    Inclusion is Not What You Think with AnnMarie Flynn, PhD (Speaker Salon Showcase)

    Today, I’m super excited to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by a powerful and captivating speaker, AnnMarie Flynn, Ph.D. 
     
    Dr. AnnMarie Flynn spent 25 years as a leader in engineering higher education, where she honed her skills as a DEI professional. She also split her time as a business partner in three award-winning restaurants in NYC. Her focus and passion is expanding inclusive cultures in corporate America.
     
    I’m so honored to feature her amazing talk, “Inclusion is not what you think.”
     
    In her big talk, she explores:
     
    Her experience as a university professor building a culture of happiness and inclusivity
    The distinct differences between diversity, equity, and inclusion, and why these differences matter 
    Why inclusion can exist without diversity, but diversity cannot exist without inclusion
    Actionable strategies to cultivate a truly inclusive atmosphere and what will happen as a result



    More from AnnMarie Flynn, PhD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annmarie-flynn-phd/ 
     
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_dei 



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    • 13 min
    Stepping Into Your Role as a Speaker with Kristina DiPalo

    Stepping Into Your Role as a Speaker with Kristina DiPalo

    This week, I am joined by an incredible speaker and friend, Kristina DiPalo. Kristina took the stage at my Speaker’s Salon Showcase last year, and it was such an honor mentoring her on her journey. You can go back and listen to her big talk from the Showcase in Episode 555.
     
    Kristina is recognized as a gifted leadership coach, public speaker, strategic communicator, and leadership brand professional. Leveraging her skills in narrative and dynamic storytelling, she brings her clients insights and tools to reframe their thinking around what is possible, how to achieve it, and how to articulate their truth in compelling ways.
     
    In this episode, we’ll explore:
     
    How her curiosity about life's big questions from a young age shaped her desire to find her voice and share her ideas with others
    The courage she showed by stepping into her role as a speaker, knowing it would upset some of the people in her life
    Her process for developing, memorizing, and delivering her signature talk
    Why being part of a supportive speaker community was key for her
    Kristina’s current favorites: Books: The Last Temptation of Christ and Love in the Time of Cholera, Speaker: Spalding Gray, and Podcast: On with Kara Swisher



    More from Kristina DiPalo Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 555
     
    Website: https://kristinadipalo.com/ 
     
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinadipalo/ 
     
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinadipalo/ 



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    • 35 min
    A Conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor and my Diva on Whole Brain Living

    A Conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor and my Diva on Whole Brain Living

    For today’s conversation, I am joined by the amazing and brilliant Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor! 
     
    Dr. Jill is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996, she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain, causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list.
     
    Dr. Jill is a dynamic teacher and speaker who loves educating people about the beauty of the human brain. She focuses on how we can activate the power of our neuroplasticity to not only recover from neurological trauma but also to live a more flexible, resilient, and satisfying life.
     
    In 2008, her TED Talk went viral. That same year, she was chosen as one of Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey’s “Soul Series” webcast. Her new book, Whole Brain Living – the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life, is a #1 release on Amazon in categories ranging from Neuroscience to Nervous System Diseases and Stroke.
     
    Dr. Jill also happens to be my personal Diva on Whole Brain Living! And I’m super excited to bring you our conversation today.
     
    In this episode, we’ll explore:
     
    What happened when her TED Talk was the first one to ever go viral 
    The four characters that correspond to specific parts of your brain
    How understanding and utilizing all four of these characters can lead to a balanced, conscious, and harmonious life
    Why embracing Whole Brain Living could bring about a significant positive shift in human consciousness and societal norms



    More from Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor  
    Website: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/ 
     
    Her books, Whole Brain Living and My Stroke of Insight
     
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJillBolteTaylor 
     
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjillboltetaylor 



    More from Tricia  Elevate your impact with The Speaker Salon Video Series
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    • 53 min
    Masterclass Hot Seat Coaching - #14

    Masterclass Hot Seat Coaching - #14

    Today, I’m super excited to once again take you behind the scenes of The Art of The Big Talk, my live virtual masterclass.
     
    During these two days, I support hundreds of speakers who dream of taking big stages and having global impact. This masterclass gives them step-by-step support to take action on that dream.
     
    One thing that happens during this masterclass is 1:1 hot seat coaching with me, and that’s what you’ll be hearing in this episode. 
     
    In these hot seats, we explore:
     
    How to visualize and attract what you desire
    The importance of being specific in what you are talking about
    Changing your life and sharing your powerful message at any age
    Unpacking your story and connecting it to your big idea



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    • 17 min
    Sharing Your Story From Big Stages with Brooke Siem

    Sharing Your Story From Big Stages with Brooke Siem

    This week, I am joined by the incredible Brooke Siem. I had the honor of mentoring and supporting Brooke when she took my stage at the Speaker’s Salon Showcase. And it was a privilege to witness the powerful and deeply personal big talk she shared. You can go back and listen to it in Episode 561.
     
    In addition to being a transformational speaker, Brooke is a chef, advocate, and writer whose work on antidepressant withdrawal has appeared in The Washington Post, New York Post, Psychology Today, and more. Her memoir, MAY CAUSE SIDE EFFECTS, is the first book on antidepressant withdrawal to hit the mass market. 
     
    Brooke is a Food Network "Chopped" Champion, founder of the newsletter Happiness Is A Skill, and creator of the F*ckit Bucket™. I’m super excited for you to hear from her today!
     
    In this episode, we’ll explore:
     
    Brooke’s "Yes Quest," a project where she committed to saying yes to every yes-or-no question for 50 days
    The experience of sharing her story on big stages
    The importance of trusting the process when preparing to give your talk
    Brooke’s current favorites: Book: Cat's Cradle, Speaker: Kurt Vonnegut, and Podcast: The Art of Being Well with Dr. Will Cole and Tim Ferriss



    More from Brooke Siem Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 561
     
    Websites: https://www.brookesiem.com/ and https://www.chefbrookesiem.com/ 
     
    Her book, MAY CAUSE SIDE EFFECTS
     
    Instagram: @brookesiem
     
    Substack: @brookesiem 



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    • 32 min

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12 Ratings

YBridges ,

Episode 395 — Creating Visibility with your Story with Jane Tabachnick

When I listen to Tricia’s podcasts I find them engaging and informative. This episode with Jane provided depth for me in terms of the precise elements of HOW to get press the points regarding hearing crickets or getting my message on point have encouraged me to go back and hone my message so I don’t hear crickets.

Although it may be obvious to listen to the podcaster with whom you seek a spot, or read the work of a journalist with whom you seek press, it pushed me to do this to a deeper extent.

Thank you for all your podcasts Tricia and the quality of content and people who share their stories and perspectives. I’m so glad I’ve found this.

KaeliSweigard ,

A real look behind the scenes

Tricia always delivers value in each episode, so no matter which episode you choose to listen to, you know you’re going to get the good stuff!

Happyrs ,

Inspirational!

I love this podcast.
I was drawn to this podcast because I love speaking and want to do more but it seems daunting. Tricia and her guests make me feel like any dream is possible and that my voice matters.

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