The Toastmaster's Experience

TIME SENSITVE – Dale will be a part of the Spectacular Online Event to Celebrate the Centennial of Toastmasters! As one of 100 speakers (speaking 2nd)  from 10 regions, spanning 20 hours from New Zealand to Hawaii, this is an event you won’t want to miss. This online event will be held on Saturday, October 19th and will run non-stop for 20 hours, starting in New Zealand and concluding in Hawaii.  ...

What a pleasure to get to relive the 100 Anniversary Toastmasters Convention with Maria and Lou in this highly entertaining podcast.

Ross has been a member of Toastmasters on and off for almost 30 years, but he professes and I agree “Once  a Toastmaster, always a Toastmaster.”     Listen in to this reflective episode where we delve into the concept of communication, seeing it as a complex, multi-directional process where individuals reflect on and internalize messages, which then shape personal responses.    Reflecting on Toast...

Justin was motivated to join Toastmasters after a humiliating experience giving a speech at a friend's 50th birthday party. Despite thinking he was a decent public speaker, his jokes fell flat, and the speech was poorly received. This moment of realization pushed him to seek improvement, leading him to discover Toastmasters. His first experience at a Toastmasters meeting involved participatin...

What a pleasure,  speaking with fellow toastmaster podcaster Melanie Surplice.  Mel, who shares her journey with Toastmasters,  her first encounter with Toastmasters was during high school, when a local club ran a six-week speech craft course that left a lasting impression on her.  Currently, Mel is a member of two clubs: Mount Gravatt, where she's been for three and a half years, and Leading...

Delightful conversation with past Toastmaster member Cat. Cat joined Toastmasters in 2011 to improve communication skills, which were hindering her professional effectiveness. Initially, she struggled with public speaking and lacked confidence, often feeling nervous during speeches. She found Toastmasters invaluable in overcoming these challenges, eventually gaining confidence and enjoying the exp...

Delightful conversation with Noni, DTM,  and 28 year member of Toastmasters. Noni shares her initial reluctance to join Toastmasters despite encouragement from a friend at UNICEF in New York. Skeptical at first, they were hesitant about participating in public speaking, associating it with unnatural delivery.  However, after a demo meeting that attracted 46 members in 1996, Noni became involved an...

Vicki joined Toastmasters after being inspired by a friend 40 years ago and later by a colleague at work. She is now a member of three clubs: Springwood Toastmasters, Enhanced Toastmasters, and Corrective Speakers. Vicki has been a Toastmaster for  10 years and has held various leadership roles, including area director, Western Division Director and district 90 administration manager. In her leade...

Lou's story stands out from most Toastmasters members, who typically join to enhance their public speaking skills. She joined Toastmasters 20 years ago after a personal crisis—her husband of 22 years abruptly left her, profoundly altering her life.  Feeling embarrassed and lost, she decided to engage in new activities and walked into Toastmasters. Initially hesitant and emotional, she was war...

https://guymickle.com/ Guy's Story -  He joined Toastmasters while pursuing a PhD at the Australian National University, initially drawn by curiosity and the opportunity to meet new people and improve public speaking skills. He first spoke publicly during his engineering degree and found it nerve-wracking. Despite a long gap, he rejoined Toastmasters after moving to the Blue Mountains to soci...

Jeni rejoined Toastmasters after a 40-year hiatus. Jeni recalls joining initially to gain confidence for her corporate board meetings, where she was the only female senior manager. She found the Table Topics exercise particularly useful in thinking and speaking simultaneously. Although she enjoyed her time, she eventually left due to time constraints. Recently, Jeni rejoined Toastmasters to fill a...

I had an absolutely delightful conversation with Daryl, where we discussed leadership, feedback, contests, and the dedication required to earn the prestigious title of Toastmaster of the Year. This honor is truly well-deserved. Daryl joined Toastmasters in 2015 after moving to a new part of Sydney. He was looking for a local activity to join with his wife, Candice, and discovered a nearby Toastmas...

Debut episode with Jenny, my mentor of 16 years. Jenny joined Toastmasters in 1993 in Sydney and was active for six years before life changes interrupted her membership. She rejoined in 2007 at Blue Mountains Toastmasters and has been a member since. Initially, she joined Toastmasters for social reasons and to improve public speaking skills, driven by her parents' encouragement. Jenny's...

Guy joined Toastmasters initially out of curiosity, influenced by his mother's past membership and a family interest in personal development. He first joined about ten years ago in Sydney and recently rejoined in the Blue Mountains. Guy hasn't delivered his first speech yet but is excited about the opportunity. He also listens to "The Mindset Mentor" podcast by Rob Dial to impr...

"The Toastmaster's Experience," a podcast packed with valuable knowledge and motivation from real Toastmasters members. Each episode explores the transformative journeys of individuals who have used Toastmasters to overcome fears, enhance speaking abilities, and achieve personal growth. Discover actionable tips and techniques to improve your speaking and leadership skills.—PLEASE su...