In this episode, our 50th episode, we talk with Michele Chamberlain of Abington, MA, USA. Michele has been in Toastmasters since April 2012 and has completed several of the manuals in the legacy education program as well as the Strategic Relationships Path and Levels 1- 4 in the Visionary Communication Path.
In this episode, we discuss:
World Citizenship, as she lived and worked in another country.
Club Leadership and Being a Club Officer
Michele Chamberlain can be contacted via email ~! michele.bondar@gmail.com
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 & 2025 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps toastmasters become better Communicators, and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
Competent Communicator, Financial Advisor, and Widow Meghan Kopka shares about Widowhood and the Modern Widows Club.
In this episode, our 49th episode, we talk with Trevor Myers of Atlanta, Georgia, USA!! Trevor has been in Toastmasters since 2019 and has completed Levels 1-4 of the Innovative Planning Path.
In this episode, we discuss:
Family Hikes
Vulnerability
Contests
Trevor Myers can be contacted via email ~ trevormy97@gmail.com
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 & 2025 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps toastmasters become better Communicators, and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
Competent Communicator extraordinaire and 30+ year member Alan Mann shares about the Toastmasters Speechcraft program. Speechcraft is for both members and non-members and is a great way to get started with the Toastmasters program.
In this episode, our 48th episode, we talk with Kate Domenichella of West Boylston, MA, USA. Kate has been in Toastmasters since May 2023 and has completed the Presentation Mastery Path and 4 levels in the Dynamic Leadership Path.
In this episode, we discuss:
Membership
Blogging
Leadership
Kate Domenichella can be contacted via:
>Facebook: Kate Domenichella
>LinkedIn: Katherine L. Domenichella
>Instagram: @kdomenichella_fit
>Blog: https://taking-back-kate.com/
>Website: https://katherineldomenichella.com/
>Taking Back Kate, the Podcast (Spotify only at this time): https://open.spotify.com/show/2VdaUxLj10vVw6gO0kd8vR?si=UIpxU-2YSVOYkwfZiVyYiQ
>Email: kdomenichella@gmail.com
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 & 2025 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps toastmasters become better Communicators, and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
District 23 (2020) International Speech Contest Winner Eva Fanari shares about earning her Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award. While less than 1% of members earn their DTM, all members are eligible to do so.
In this episode, our 47th episode, we talk with Renate Devin of Hull, MA, USA. Reante has been in Toastmasters since June 2024 and has given three speeches, including the Ice Breaker Speech.
In this episode we discuss:
Mentorship
Etiquette
Communications
Renate Devin can be contacted via:
Email ~ rdevin@bostonschoolofetiquette.com
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps toastmasters become better Communicators, and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
New(er) Member Lisa Callahan shares her experiences at Toastmasters during her first few months.
In this episode, our 46th episode, we talk with Nancy Ellenson of Warroad, MN, USA. Nancy has been in Toastmasters since 2018 and has achieved 2 DTM Awards.
In this episode, we discuss:
Travel
Club Coaching
Nancy Ellenson can be contacted via:
Email ~ 1975catholic@gmail.com
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps Toastmasters become better Communicators and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
Competent Communicator Julie Ulstrup shares her TedX Journey.
2-Time District Director Stefano McGhee shares his experience as a Division Director in Toastmasters.
In this episode, our 45th episode, we talk with Jason Harris of Raynham, MA, USA. Jason has been in Toastmasters since May 2021 and has completed Level 1 in the Motivational Strategies Path. Jason was first on the show in Episode #28, released 2 years ago in November 2022, discussing his first few months and journey as a new Toastmaster.
In this episode, we discuss:
Mentorship
Meditation as a form of Stress Management
Table Topics
Jason Harris can be contacted via Email ~ jason@fitprojcoaching.com
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps Toastmasters become better Communicators and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
Jeannette Gaiter inspires us to find our passions and dreams.
Marianne Bjekle talks about how Toastmasters is a safe practice space. Listen to the full interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6kDAbFHoxvkcTHU90eG0kw?si=49c9728f92c2498c
In this episode, our 44th episode, we talk with Christiane Schroeter of San Luis Opispo, CA, USA. Christiane has been in Toastmasters since 2001 and has completed the Competent Toastmaster (the predecessor to the Competent Communicator).
In this episode, we discuss:
Mantras
Timing
Storytelling
Christiane Schroeter can be contacted via:
Email: hello@hellohappynest.com
Hello Happy Nest: https://hellohappynest.com/
Podcast: https://hellohappynest.com/podcast/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hello.happy.nest/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZxExmwhF99BhpPuaEtSlDg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HelloHappyNest
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianeschroeter/
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hello.happy.nest?_t=8hBBs04caMs&_r=1
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps Toastmasters become better Communicators and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
There's more to Toastmasters than your Club. Stacey Shipman shares her first experience and other opportunities beyond the club within Toastmasters. Listen to the full interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/00YGigUbJ89pkI1lJ2bFbN?si=03927cc3bd0c422e
Kristin Deese shares insight into Anxiety & Depression and how she navigates it both personally and professionally. Listen to the full interview
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SCtE2V7nKVqKPG8uxxfVf?si=5076be3454984e22
In this episode, our 43rd episode, we talk with Stefano McGhee of Weymouth, MA, USA. Stefano Toastmasters International since 2005. Stefano is a Distinguished Toastmaster, a 2-time District Director, a Past International Director of Region 9, and is currently serving as 2nd Vice President of Toastmasters International.
In this episode, we discuss:
District Leadership aka Leadership Beyond the Club
Area Director
Components of an Effective Evaluation
Stefano McGhee can be contacted via:
>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefano-mcghee/
This podcast episode is sponsored by our 2024 Calendar Year Sponsor District 31 Toastmasters ~ serving Eastern Massachusetts, USA, and Rhode Island, USA. District 31 (“D31”) helps Toastmasters become better Communicators and Leaders. Learn how D31 Toastmasters can help you become a more powerful speaker and impactful leader by visiting district31.org/talkingtoastmasters.
Bethany Hashway loves Public Relations. Here she provides several ways Toastmasters can easily participate in PR.
Shannon Plesh talks about the adventure of Toastmasters.