The Talkative Toastmaster Melanie Surplice

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 personal and professional growth that come from facing fears, embracing leadership roles, and engaging in the Toastmasters' Pathways learning experience....

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 for Toastmasters newbies, the strategies to tackle the jitters of public speaking, and hear many examples of how committing to the practice of improvin...

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 her life - an influence that extends far beyond the podium to touch on every aspect of personal growth. Her story serves as a powerful example of th...

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 appetiser! The main course is the illustrious district level conferences, a blend of contests and educational programs designed to perfect your leadership ...

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 on the diverse and enriching world of Toastmasters. This episode offers a tapestry of stories, from the inspirational moments at a Staten Island cl...

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 evaluation, table topics, humorous, and international speech contests, and discover their unique formats and the judging that keeps everyone on their toes...