The Talkative Toastmaster

Welcome to The Talkative Toastmaster podcast, with your host, Melanie Surplice. In this podcast, we explore how Toastmasters can help you to polish your public speaking skills, communicate with confidence and amplify your authenticity. You'll hear from my fellow Toastmasters and I, how this global organisation has impacted our lives for the better, and, how it could impact YOURS! Now let's get talkative!

The Talkative Toastmaster is a education podcast hosted by Melanie Surplice, with 59 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Melanie Surplice hosts The Talkative Toastmaster, a education show with 59 episodes published.

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  Episode #58

  Episode 58: My Toastmasters journey - with Tendai David Muranganwa

  Jan 5, 202546 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>From timid high schooler to a champion public speaker, Tendai David Muranganwa's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in to Episode 58, as we host Tendai, a distinguished Toastmaster from Zimbabwe, who reveals how his initial brush with Toastmasters transformed his life, culminating in a triumphant victory at the Southern Africa Humorous Speech Contest. <br/><br/>Tendai's story of overcoming shyness is just the beginning, as he opens up about a significant life event in 2015 when he lost his sight due to meningitis, propelling him into a new chapter of mentorship advocacy and a...

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  Episode #57

  Episode 57: My Toastmasters journey - with Jayanti Mendhi

  Dec 29, 202444 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Jayanti Mendhi, a passionate scientist and PhD student, found herself on an unexpected path to mastering the art of public speaking. Her journey began with a simple desire to make science understandable to everyone, a dream that eventually led her to the doorstep of Toastmasters, and most recently, the Brisbane Leaders Toastmasters Club. <br/><br/>In  this episode, Jayanti shares how her Friday nights transformed into supportive gatherings, full of vibrant community spirit and learning opportunities. Driven by her goal to one day speak on the TED platform, Jayanti's story is a testament to t...

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  Episode #56

  Episode 56: Celebrating a year of unforgettable Toastmasters moments

  Dec 22, 202425 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Join me, Melanie Surplice, Area 26 Director (within District 69) of Toastmasters International, as I recap on what has been one of the most jam-packed, illuminating years of my Toastmasters journey to date.<br/><br/>From holding executive committee roles at Mount Gravatt Toastmasters and Leading Edge Advanced Toastmasters, to holding my first district leadership position and running my first area conference, this year has been nothing short of rewarding. <br/><br/>I invite you to explore the global Toastmasters community with me, including  unforgettable visits to Toastmasters clubs and a District conference in Malaysia. These e...

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  Episode #55

  Episode 55: My Toastmasters journey - with Jim Kokocki

  Dec 15, 202441 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Public speaking can feel daunting, but what if there were a way to transform fear into confidence? Join us as we explore this transformation with Jim Kokocki, former International President of Toastmasters International, who shares his journey from a timid computer programmer to a masterful communicator. <br/><br/>With the help of mentors Arnold and Bill, Jim found his voice and harnessed the power of Toastmasters to launch a successful professional speaking career. Throughout our discussion, Jim candidly reveals the surprising challenges of condensing his expertise into Toastmasters' traditional five to seven-minute speech format...

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  Episode #54

  Episode 54: Reflections on the 2024 club and area level speech contest season

  Dec 8, 202428 minS0

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Ever wondered what it takes to execute a successful Toastmasters speech contest from behind the curtain? Join us as we walk through the detailed planning and diverse roles, from contestants, contest chairs, chief judges, timers, and sergeants-at-arms, that come together to create a memorable contest season. <br/><br/>Sharing my personal journey as a first-time Area Director, we delve into the intricacies of these events, offering practical tips for both contestants and organisers. Whether you're preparing to captivate an audience or orchestrating the event logistics, this episode aims to equip you with the insights a...

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