Talking Toastmasters

In this episode, our 52nd episode, we talk with Nana Hong of Pittsburgh, PA, USA.  Nana has been in Toastmasters since 2019  and has completed the Innovative Planning and Presentation Mastery Paths, and is in both the Dynamic Leadership and Engaging Humor Paths.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Real Estate Investing

• Elegant Speakers Listeners (ESL) Non-Native English Speakers Club

• Leadership

Nana Hong can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 51st episode, we talk with Brenda Alloco of Wesley Chapel, Florida, USA.  Brenda has been in Toastmasters since 2011 and has earned her Distinguished Toastmaster under the Legacy Program (pre-Pathways).

In this episode, we discuss:

• Professional Career in Florida

• Leadership in Toastmasters

• Chartering/Creating/Sponsoring a New Club

Breanda Alloco can be contacted via Email ~ Breparis05@gmail.com

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

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

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 

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

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

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

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:

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:

In this episode, our 42nd episode, we talk with Maiya Katherine of New Jersey, USA. Maiya has been in Toastmasters since 2022 and has completed the Motivational Strategies Path.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Author

• Inner Peace & Joy

• Integrity

Maiya Katerine can be contacted via email ~ info@authormaiyakatherine.com

In this episode, our 41st episode, we talk with Sara Mayer of Phoenix, Arizona, USA.  Sara has been in Toastmasters since 2016 and has completed three Paths and is a Distinguished Toastmaster.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Junior League

• Podcasting

In this episode, our 40th episode, we talk with Barbara “Barb” Nangle of New Haven, CT, USA.  Barb has been in Toastmasters since 2018 and has completed Level 3 in the Motivational Strategies Path.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Podcasting

• Boundaries Coaching

• Codependency and the 12-step recovery program she is living daily

Barb Nangle can be contacted via:

Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/higherpowercoaching/

Podcast @ FragmentedtoWhole.com

In this episode, our 39th episode, we talk with Christina Cayo of El Dorado Hills, California, USA.  Christina has been in Toastmasters since May 2023 and is my latest “newbie” or “new member” guest.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Becoming a member of Toastmasters (aka Joining a Toastmasters Club)

• Clean Energy

Christina Cayo can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 38th episode, we talk with Peter Swan of Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, formerly of Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.  Peter has been in Toastmasters since 2015 and has completed the Presentation Mastery Path and is currently working in two Paths, Motivational Strategies and Effective Coaching.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Leadership

• Bullying

• Living in various parts of the US

Peter Swan can be contacted via Email ~ Pswan175@gmail.com

In this episode, our 36th episode, we talk with Christopher Pritchard of Naple, FL, USA.  Christopher has been in Toastmasters since 2010 and has earned 4 Distinguished Toastmasters Awards, 3 in the Legacy program and one in the Pathways program, and has completed 4 Paths in the Pathways program  Christopher is the self-proclaimed “Bad Boy of Toastmasters.”.

In this episode we discuss:

• Speeches

• Rotary

• Controversy

Christopher can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 36th episode, we talk with Angela Nuss of Braintree, MA, USA.  Angela has been in Toastmasters since 2016 and has earned her DTM in the Legacy Program, and completed the  Motivational Strategies Path and Pathways Mentorship Program.

Guest Host for this episode is none other than Angela’s cousin/godson and fellow Podcaster, William Tarashuk who is the host of Talking with Tarashuk.  This interview took place in episode 51 of TWT which was originally released in March 2023.  

In this episode we discuss:

• Rotary

• Real Estate

• Childfree Lifestyle

Angela Nuss can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 34th episode, we talk with Chris Dixon from Massachusetts.  Chris has been in Toastmasters since November 2022 and has completed the first speech, the Ice Breaker, and filled a few meeting roles.

In this episode we discuss:

• Advice for New Members on their Toastmasters Journey

• Loss Prevention

• Goals

Chris Dixon can be contacted via email ~ cdixon3224@ymail.com

In this episode, our 33rd episode, we talk with Sandy Spector aka Martha Washington of Stoughton, MA, USA.  Sandy has been in Toastmasters since July 2020 and has completed Level One in the Effective Coaching Path.

In this episode we discuss:

• Martha Washington

• Family

• Club Leadership

Sandy Spector can be contacted via:

>Email ~ marthawashington1775@gmail.com

>Phone ~ 339.237.0943

In this episode, our 32nd episode, we talk with Karen Hewitt of Phoenix, AZ, USA.  Karen has been in Toastmasters since 2017 and has earned four Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) awards.

In this episode we discuss:

• Earning Distinguished Toastmasters Awards
• Blossom to Success
• New Virtual Club supporting LGBTQ+

Karen can be contacted via SM platforms under “blossomtosuccess “

In this episode, our 31st episode, we talk with Jay Karthik of Needham, MA, USA.  Jay has been in Toastmasters since 2012 and is a Distinguished Toastmaster who is the Chair of CLCON2023.

In this episode we discuss:

• Most Challenging Role
• YLP ~ Youth Leadership Program
• CLCON ~ What is it?  What does CLCON mean? Who can attend?

Jay Karthik can be contacted via Email ~ jaykarthik1@gmail.com

In this episode, our 30th episode, we talk with Carly Cox of Carlisle, MA, USA.  Carly has been in Toastmasters since 2016 and is a Distinguished Toastmaster.

In this episode we discuss:

• Mentorship
• Data and Distinguished Club Program
• Types of Clubs

Carly Cox can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 29th episode, we talk with Angel Larena of Phoenix, AZ, USA.  Angel has been in Toastmasters since December 2020 and has earned her Distinguished Toastmaster award..

In this episode we discuss:

• India
• Neurodivergence
• Marketing to New Toastmasters

Angel Larena can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 28th episode, we talk with Jason Harris of Raynham, MA, USA.  Jason has been in Toastmasters since 2021 and has completed the Ice Breaker Speech..

In this episode we discuss:

• Joining Toastmasters
• Nostalgia
• Communication

Jason Harris can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 27th episode, we talk with Jag Nagendra of Folsom, CA, USA.  Jag has been in Toastmasters since 2016 and earned his DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) Award.

In this episode we discuss:

• Leadership
• Pathways
• DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) Journey and Lessons

In this episode, our 26th episode, we talk with Blanca Rodriguez of Stuart, Florida,, USA.  Blanca joined Toastmasters recently in June 2022 and is sharing her journey of joining and her experience in her first three months.

In this episode we discuss:

• Massage Therapy
• Puerto Rican Culture
• Canines (Dogs!)

Blanca Rodriguez can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 25th episode, we talk with Sukoshi Fahey of Sechelt, BC, Canada.  Sukoshi has been in Toastmasters since 1998 and has earned a Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) in the Legacy Educational and Leadership programs and completed three Paths in the Pathways Educational and Leadership program.

In this episode we discuss:

• Favorite Roles
• Challenges Keeping Clubs Alive
• Club Officer Training

Sukoshi Fahey can be contacted via:

In this episode, our 24th episode, we talk with David Levy of Cincinnati, OH, USA.  David has been in Toastmasters since 2010 and has completed the Competent Communicator manual 3x, earned his Advanced Leader Silver, and has completed Level 1 in one of his Paths in Pathways.

In this episode we discuss:

• Storytelling
• Improv
• Contests

David Levy can be contacted via Facebook:

In this episode, our 23rd episode, we talk with Zachary “Zack” Williams of Smyrna, TN, USA.  Zack has been in Toastmasters since 2019 and has completed the Presentation Mastery Path and served as President of his Club.

In this episode we discuss:

• Mentorship
• Fitness
• Football

Zachary “Zack” Willaims can be contacted via:

Facebook - Zachary Williams

Instagram - @z.willfit

In this episode, our 22nd episode, we talk with Stuart Pink of Bellingham, MA, USA.  Stuart has been in Toastmasters since 2011 and has competed in the Toastmasters International Speech Contest World Championship of Public Speaking.

In this episode we discuss:

• Speech Contests
• International Speech Contest Semi-Finals and Finals/Championship
• Public Speaking

Stuart Pink can be contacted via email ~ stuartpink@gmail.com

In this episode, our 21st episode, we talk with Darlene Hollywood of Marshfield, MA, USA.  Darlene was in Toastmasters for approximately 10 years.

In this episode we discuss:

• About Darlene as both a person and professional
• Boards of Directors
• Career

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:

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: