Step Up to the Mic!

Rory Paquette
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  • Entrepreneurship

Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  I will introduce you, your topic and your mission... and you will actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!   Get yourself ready for your next TedX talk, presentation, seminar or keynote!  Is your short speech ready?  Then it's time to Step Up to the Mic!

  1. 2d ago

    Step Up to the Mic! #44 - “NeuroConversant Leadership,” with Jeremy Doran!

    Jeremy Doran is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and author of NeuroConversant Leadership. He helps leaders connect with people who think, work, and see the world differently, turning cognitive diversity from a communication challenge into a competitive advantage. His work is practical, research-backed, and grounded in real stories from his own life and career. http://www.neuroconversantleadership.com/ Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

  2. Sep 23

    Step Up to the Mic! #43 - “Biblical Masculinity,” with Mark Osborne

    Mark Osborne is the host of The Valiant Forge, a podcast created for Christian men who want to grow in their faith through honest, grounded conversation. His work centers on biblical masculinity, spiritual leadership, and the quiet battles men often fight alone. Mark’s story includes a late-life wake-up call marked by a health scare, depression, and a season of spiritual dryness that led to a renewed faith and restored marriage. That season reshaped how he understands manhood, obedience, and what it means to lead with humility and courage. https://www.thevaliantforge.com/ Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

  3. Aug 24

    Step Up to the Mic! #42 - “Crab Crew Life!” With Bryan Blackmon

    “The crab doesn't swim. It doesn't fly. It claws its way forward from the bottom of the ocean floor — and so have I. Welcome to Crab Crew Life. "From the depths, we rise.”  This is the credo of today’s guest, Bryan Blackmon.   Bryan Blackmon left Texas for California chasing a dream — and ended up homeless, sleeping in his car, drowning in alcohol and addiction. Then an 85-year-old landlord named Elaine changed everything. She didn't just give him a room. She gave him a reason to rise. Now sober, viral, and on a mission — Bryan built Crab Crew Life to prove that no matter how deep you've dug your hole, you can claw your way back out.  Listen now! His website:   https://crabcrewlife.com/ Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

  4. Aug 5

    Step Up to the Mic! #41 - “LOST: The Lost City of Incan Gold,” with Author Brigid Kennedy

    Brigid Kennedy is a debut YA historical fantasy author, violin teacher, and mother whose series OF IRISH MYTHS & INCAN LEGENDS is rooted in real family history spanning two continents and over a hundred years. Her debut novel LOST — The Lost City of Incan Gold launched on St. Patrick's Day 2026 with 75 five-star reviews at 100% rating on Amazon. The series follows the Kennedy family — Irish treasure hunters whose real history includes a great-grandfather who married in Peru in 1910 and disappeared into the Amazon on his final expedition, never to return. Three years ago Brigid's grandmother Catalina came to her in a dream and asked her to write the family story. She said yes. She wrote three books and a novella. Her Website:   https://brigidkennedybooks.com/ Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

  5. Jul 24

    Step Up to the Mic! #40 - Discovering "Authentic Community" with Addison Ott!!!

    Addison (Addie) Ott is an author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and warm, friendly speaker who radiates the love of Jesus. She is the author of “Fellowship Over Followers", helping others recognize how comparison is stealing the joy of deeper intimacy with Jesus and fellowship with one another. With a background in graphic design and a heart for storytelling, Addie creates spaces where others can engage with faith, friendship, and purpose in meaningful, gospel-rooted ways. Whether through writing, design, or podcast conversations, her mission is to help others live with intentionality, hope, and a heart set on Jesus. Her Website:  https://www.addisonott.com/ Landing Page Link:  https://dedicated-knitter-7774.kit.com/fellowship-over-followers-handout Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

  6. Jul 16

    Step Up to the Mic! #39 - "The Speaker's Playhouse," with Kimberly Crowe!!!

    Kimberly Crowe  is the high-energy, broadcast personality of Speakers Playhouse and the creator of Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel.  She has spoken on over 5,000 stages and holds a wealth of knowledge on landing and leveraging speaking opportunities.  Originally from Southern California, she now lives virtually everywhere, traveling full-time as an inspirational speaker in locations around the world.  Her motto is, “If it’s not fun, it’s not worth doing!”  Today, she's peeling back the curtain to reveal how coaches, healers and entrepreneurs like you can instantly profit by speaking on four types of stages.  Get ready to be delighted, engaged and energized!   Her website:  https://speakersplayhouse.com/ Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

  7. Jul 9

    Step Up to the Mic! #38 - "The Presenter Whisperer!" Debbie Fay!!!

    Debbie Fay is the founder of bespeak presentation solutions, llc. She is a presentations coach, consultant and trainer who helps people of all ages and vocations present themselves, their ideas, products and services with confidence, conviction and clarity, delivering messages that get heard and get results. Debbie is the author of, "NAIL IT. Create and deliver presentations that connect, compel and convince." She has been a contributing writer for the Huffington Post and Forbes.com Her Website:  https://bespeakpresentations.com/ Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

  8. Jun 29

    Step Up to the Mic! #37 - "Our Protector Development," with Ryan Reichert!!!

    Ryan is a professional speaker, mindset trainer, executive coach, best-selling author, and podcaster based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  He empowers overwhelmed professionals to break free from limiting beliefs, discover their God-given purpose, and pursue meaningful transformation. A born-again believer in Jesus and a servant leader at heart, Ryan brings more than four decades of life experience to his work, moving seamlessly from small-town America to global metropolitan markets. He served 23 years in the U.S. Army, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel after forty-two months in combat and a leadership role as a Foreign Service Director. After military service, Ryan translated his skills into the Fortune-500 world, gaining practical insight into corporate leadership, strategy, and high-stakes decision-making. Ryan’s passion is helping others. He is a recovery advocate who overcame alcohol addiction, and his personal journey informs a compassionate, accountable approach to coaching. He’s the father of two daughters, a business owner, and—fun fact—played rugby at the University of North Dakota. Whether volunteering, speaking, or coaching, Ryan follows where God leads, committed to making a lasting impact. Today his mission is clear: to guide others toward faith, purpose, and transformation—cultivating confidence, restoring hope, and unlocking potential in leaders who are ready to live their best lives. His website:  https://ourprotectordevelopment.com/ Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  This is a unique opportunity to actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!  I am your emcee for this event!  I will introduce you, set you up for a spectacular presentation and provide you with a link to share with speaker bureaus, potential booking agents and event planners!   The best part... This is a totally free promotion for YOU!  Are you ready?  Then it's time... To Step Up to the MIC!!! stepuptothemicpod@gmail.com

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Welcome to Step Up the Mic!  The podcast for aspiring and current speakers to help you get on stage and get paid to speak!  I will introduce you, your topic and your mission... and you will actually PERFORM YOUR SIGNATURE SPEECH!!!   Get yourself ready for your next TedX talk, presentation, seminar or keynote!  Is your short speech ready?  Then it's time to Step Up to the Mic!

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  • Creator
    Rory Paquette
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Step Up to the Mic!
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    Step Up to the Mic!