Interview With David Brooks, 1990 World Champ of Public Speaking (Bo)
posted Wed August 20th @ 2:38 PM

David Brooks is an award-winning professional speaker and trainer who has taught more than 10,000 business professionals to speak and write clearly, concisely, and confidently. Read More »

Interview With Rich Hopkins: Our Next World Champ? (Bo)
posted Fri August 8th @ 3:37 PM

Bo and Ryan speak with Calgary-bound Rich Hopkins, a long-time friend of the Talking Toastmasters podcast, and contender for the title of 2008 World Champion of Public Speaking. Listen in as Rich answers questions about his speech, preparation, and experience gained since his last time on the "big stage" in 2006, when he took the third place trophy. Rich also fields questions from live listeners about his book ("Win, Place and Show"), his speaking and coaching business, and more! Read More »

Episode #33: The Tech of Toastmasters (Bo)
posted Fri June 20th @ 2:06 PM

How do I login to the new Toastmasters International website? Where do I go to update our club officers and meeting location? Why should I visit the district website? How can our club get a free website without tacky banner ads? In this session, Bo Bennett, DTM & Ryan Levesque, will answer all of these questions and many more that you never even thought to ask! Read More »

Episode #32: Paul Endress - Persude and Get Free Stuff (Bo)
posted Thu June 5th @ 2:56 PM

Paul Endress, persuasion extraordinaire, gives Bo and Ryan a lesson on how to use effective persuasion techniques one-on-one, and in a presentation.  Bo likes turtles. Read More »

Episode #31: Shawn Doyle - Learning is Cool (Bo)
posted Wed May 14th @ 2:29 PM

Get fired up with Shawn Doyle, ATMB, Bo, and Ryan, as they talk about what it takes to be a pro, how to quench your thirst for knowledge, and how to present at a Toastmasters International Conference. Read More »

Bounus: Toastmasters Delight (Bo)
posted Mon May 12th @ 8:21 AM

Here is the audio version of the rap video Ryan and I did for our district's Toastmasters conference.  The video can be found at http://publicspeaking.igroops.com Read More »

Episode #30: Humor is Funny (Bo)
posted Fri April 25th @ 12:55 PM

It is not hard to disagree with the fact that by adding humor to your speeches and presentations you can really improve them.  But how?  Can you add the wrong kind of humor?  What is funny and what is not funny?  Bo and Ryan will tell you what they think. Read More »

Episode #29: Point - Counterpoint on Toastmasters Issues (Bo)
posted Mon April 14th @ 2:20 PM

Join Bo, Ryan, and special in studio guest from Canada, Brian McDonald as they debate many of Toastmasters biggest issues.  Do you have an opinion on any of these issues?  We would love to hear from you! Read More »

Episode #28: Not Your Average Toastmasters (Bo)
posted Mon April 7th @ 4:42 PM

Ryan and I take you to our advanced home club and speak one on one with some fantastic speakers about Toastmasters topics.  These are certainly people whose advice you can trust! Read More »

Episode #27 - Converting Guests to Members: Beyond the Propaganda! (Bo)
posted Mon March 31st @ 5:49 PM

In this episode, Bo and Ryan discuss effective and ineffective techniques  for converting your guests to members. This show doesn't dwell on the various "official" recommendations promoted by WHQ, but rather the focus is on  what works, based on the experience of your esteemed and knowledgeable co-hosts. From the moment the guest arrives, to closing the sale...we cover it all for you on today's show! Read More »