In this episode, our 20th episode, we talk with Urmi Hossain of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.  Urmi has been in Toastmasters since 2019 and is in her first Path in the Pathways program.. In this episode we discuss: Women’s Empowerment Toastmasters Mentorship Childhood in Italy Urmi Hossain can be contacted via: Email ~ [email protected] Blog ~ https://www.myways.ca/ YouTube Channel ~ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZoiI0SGU0Xo9_lNjtLWtgg This podcast episode is sponsored in part by 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.

In this episode, our 19th episode, we talk with Sherri Raftery of East Boston, MA, USA.  Sherri has been in Toastmasters since 2005 and has earned multiple DTMs. In this episode we discuss: Foster Program Podcast Youth Leadership Sherri Raftery can be contacted via: >Email ~ [email protected] >Phone ~ 978-235-2035

In this episode, our 18th episode, we talk with Jeremy Weinglass of Los Angeles, CA, USA.  Jeremy has been in Toastmasters since 2013 and has earned his DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) in the Legacy Education Program and is a Qualified Speaker with the District 52 (Region 1) Speakers Bureau. In this episode we discuss: Music Rotary Coaching and Mentoring other Toastmasters Jeremy Weinglass can be contacted via Instagram and Facebook @ @JeremyWeinglass

In this episode, our 17th episode, we talk with Thomas “Tom” Guiod, of Norwood, MA, USA.  Thomas has been in Toastmasters since 1996 and has helped start at least 2 Toastmasters Clubs. In this episode we discuss: Evaluations 5 Rules for Engaging the Audience Mentoring Thomas “Tom” Guiod can be contacted via email ~ [email protected]

In this episode, our 16th episode, we talk with Janet Janssen of California, USA.  Janet has been in Toastmasters since 2014 and came in 2nd place in her District’s 2021 Table Topics Contest. In this episode we discuss: Alignable Storytelling Table Topics Contest Janet Janssen can be contacted via phone @ 831-359-3992.

In this episode, our 15th episode, we talk with Deb Peretz of Brookline, MA, USA.  Deb has been in Toastmasters since January 2021 and has completed Level 3 in her first Path. In this episode we discuss: Speechcraft Tarot Cards and Birth Charts Hybrid Toastmasters Meetings Deb Peretz can be contacted via email ~ [email protected] 

In this episode, our 14th episode, we talk with Thomas “Tom” Cirignano of Lakeville, MA USA.  Tom is our first alum to be interviewed on the Talking Toastmasters Podcast.  Tom is an author and huge fan of Toastmasters. In fact, he’s still friends with several members of his former Club, Spirited Speakers which is based in Middleborough, MA, USA. In this episode we discuss: Favorite Toastmasters Speeches Tom the Person Favorite Memories Thomas “Tom” Cirignano can be contacted via~ >Email ~ [email protected] >Website ~ theconstantoutsider.wordpress.com Thomas’ Books can be found on Amazon ~ Search “Thomas Cirignano” >The Constant Outsider: Memoirs of a South Boston Mechanic >67 Cents: Creation of a South Boston Killer

In this episode, our 13th episode, we talk with Megan Kopka of Wilmington, NC, USA.  Megan has been in Toastmasters since 2009 and has completed the Competent Communicator manual in the Legacy Education program and served as Club Secretary and Area Director.  Megan is passionate about Financial empowerment; advocacy for caregivers and widows. In this episode we discuss: Fun with Toastmasters Modern Widows Club Passion with Finance Meghan Kopka can be contacted via Phone @ 910-409-4430

In this episode, our 12th episode, we talk with Alan Mann of Simi Valley, CA, USA.  Alan has been in Toastmasters since 1998 and has completed the Competent Communicator manual more than 2 dozen times (listen for the exact number), completed one Path twice, and is working on 3 other Paths. In this episode we discuss: Speechcraft All of the Clubs in which he is a member. Favorite Role

In this episode, our 11th episode, we talk with Eva Fanari of Albuquerque, NM, USA who has been a member of Toastmasters International since October 2014.  Eva earned her Distinguished Toastmasters award in June 2020 in the Legacy Educational program.  SHe is passionate about negotiation and conflict management, managing emotions, and communication.  Eva says “communication is not what you say but what the other person hears.” In this episode we discuss: Competing in Speech Contests Negotiating Career in Training Eva Fanari can be contacted via: >Email ~ [email protected] >Website @ evafanari.com