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Anticipating the 2022 Hybrid International Convention in Nashville, TN - Don Bittick
International Convention 2022-08-01
Anticipating the 2022 Hybrid International Convention in Nashville, TN - Don Bittick

[20:05] Don Bittick, Host District Chair shares about the first hybrid 2022 Toastmasters International Convention in Nashville, Tennessee.

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#209: Rising Above Onstage Mishaps and Embarrassments – Caren Neile
Public Speaking 2022-07-15
#209: Rising Above Onstage Mishaps and Embarrassments – Caren Neile

[28:52] From her expertise and personal experiences, Dr. Caren Neile helps us through the Prevention & Recovery Onstage Mishaps including talking a tumble

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#208: Don't Let Fear Hold You Back – Robert A. Navarez
Podcast 2022-07-01
#208: Don't Let Fear Hold You Back – Robert A. Navarez

[23:20] Learning from his father's wisdom & struggles, Robert Nevarez conquered the fear of public speaking his father had not been able to confront.

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#207: Demystifying the Imposter Phenomenon – Dr. Kevin Cokley Ph.D.
Personal Development 2022-06-15
#207: Demystifying the Imposter Phenomenon – Dr. Kevin Cokley Ph.D.

[28:31] Dr. Cokley is no imposter. In our episode today, he’ll be demystifying this often misunderstood phenomenon & sharing ideas on how to approach it.

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#206: Receiving Feedback: A Valuable Skill You Can Improve - Bill Brown, DTM
Communication 2022-06-01
#206: Receiving Feedback: A Valuable Skill You Can Improve - Bill Brown, DTM

[28:25] A look at the art of receiving feedback with speech delivery coach and author of the monthly "Toastmaster Toolbox" column,Bill Brown

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#205: Kickboxing, Toastmasters and Developing a Champion's Mindset - Jess Roper
Inspiration 2022-05-15
#205: Kickboxing, Toastmasters and Developing a Champion's Mindset - Jess Roper

[29:31]  Jess Roper - 2x English Kickboxing Champion & Toastmaster shares her incredible journey and talks about Developing a Champions Mindset

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#204: "Mind Vision" Over Eyesight  – ​W.C. Blackmon, DTM
Podcast 2022-05-01
#204: "Mind Vision" Over Eyesight – ​W.C. Blackmon, DTM

[24:21] W.C. "Bobby" Blackmon, DTM lost his eyesight at 5 years old, and learned to accomplish big goals with something more powerful—mind vision.

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#203: Visit Bilingual Toastmasters Clubs & Excel In a Second Language – Gwenydd Jones
Club Experience 2022-04-15
#203: Visit Bilingual Toastmasters Clubs & Excel In a Second Language – Gwenydd Jones

[25:03] Gwenydd Jones, DTM, experienced translator and copywriter offers tips and guidance on making the most from attending bilingual Toastmasters meetings

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#202: The "Periodic Table" of Communication Skills -  David JP Phillips
Communication 2022-04-01
#202: The "Periodic Table" of Communication Skills - David JP Phillips

[32:15] After studying 5K speakers over 7 years, David JP Phillips identified & distilled communication's core skills & subskills which he uses extensively

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#201: Powerful Outcomes from the Toastmasters and Rotary Alliance - Kate McClare
Podcast 2022-03-15
#201: Powerful Outcomes from the Toastmasters and Rotary Alliance - Kate McClare

[22:26] Author Kate McClare shares stories about the Toastmaster and Rotary strategic alliance and the some of the collaborations

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#200: The Experience Passport – Rashmi Ketha
Podcasting 2022-03-01
#200: The Experience Passport – Rashmi Ketha

[27:56] 200th Episode: Meet Rashmi Ketha, the winner of our "Pitch Us Your Podcast (Idea)" contest, & hear about her exciting idea, "The Passport Experience."

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#199: Speciality-Themed Clubs Offer a Creative Outlet – Megan Preston-Meyer
Club Experience 2022-02-15
#199: Speciality-Themed Clubs Offer a Creative Outlet – Megan Preston-Meyer

[29:50] Members can find a creative outlet and new skills while having fun through specialty-themed Toastmasters clubs around the world - Megan Preston Meyer

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