The Toastmaster's Experience

  The Toastmasters Experience , Evelyn welcomes Charlene Phua , a 25-year-old communications consultant from Singapore whose Toastmasters journey is a wonderful example of personal growth, leadership and embracing new opportunities. Joining Toastmasters in 2024, Charlene is already an active member of three clubs and has participated in numerous speech contests. Charlene shares the amusing story o...

With over 32 years of Toastmasters experience, Joan Rinaldi has embraced a remarkable journey of personal growth, leadership, friendship and service. Joining Toastmasters in Queensland in 1994, Joan was encouraged to attend by Nick Rinaldi, whom she had met through work and would later marry. Initially believing Toastmasters would be a short-term commitment, Joan never imagined that more than thre...

In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience , Evelyn welcomes Nick Rinaldi , a dedicated Toastmaster whose remarkable 37-year journey is a testament to leadership, service and the power of connection. Nick joined Toastmasters in 1989 after receiving feedback from his manager that he spoke too quickly. What began as an opportunity to improve his communication skills developed into a lifelong pas...

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 chal...

https://www.caseysquires.com/ casey@caseysquires.com On Instagram and Facebook @CaseySquiresCoaching In 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. C...

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To book the Parramatta Toastmasters Club 60th Anniversary - Gala Dinner Meeting 19th September 2026 https://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....

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, on...

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...

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...

Interview conducted on the 12th June 2026 As 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 ser...

CONTACT DALE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakerdaleanneclark/ TO BOOK LifeBoat Debate https://allevents.in/dural/dural-lbd-2026-rms-majestic-roaring-20s-party/200030109080619 TO 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 Cl...

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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, s...

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...

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 transformationa...

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 d...

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 s...

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 s...

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 ag...

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-ye...

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 year...

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...

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 Ins...