The Toastmaster's Experience
"The Toastmaster's Experience," a podcast packed with valuable knowledge and motivation from real Toastmasters members. Each episode explores the transformative journeys of individuals who have used Toastmasters to overcome fears, enhance speaking abilities, and achieve personal growth. Discover actionable tips and techniques to improve your speaking and leadership skills.—PLEASE subscribe to "The Toastmaster's Experience" and start your journey toward becoming a more confident communicator and effective leader.
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New episodes are posted each Tuesday, always looking for current, past, newer, and long-term Toastmasters who would love to share their stories.
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Interviews can be recorded in my studio (only of course if you live near the Blue Mountains, NSW Australia 🇦🇺) , on Zoom or via my nifty portable H5 Zoom recorder. 😊
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If interested in being interviewed please contact me 📧 evelyn@bluemountainscelebrant.com.au
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Episodes
73 episodes
EP 72 - Monique Tonna: From Finding Her Voice to International Leadership
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn speaks with Monique Tonna, DTM, whose Toastmasters journey has taken her from a nervous young professional struggling to speak confidently to serving as International Dir...
EP 71 - Casey Squires: From Toastmasters to Speaking Coach — with a Little David Bowie
https://www.caseysquires.com/casey@caseysquires.comOn Instagram and Facebook @CaseySquiresCoachingIn this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn chats with former Toastmaster and ...
EP 70 - SpeakEasy: From an Idea to a Global Speaking Community
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakeasy-speaking-events-38663240a/Join our events: https://event...
EP 69 - Katie Yang: From Toastmasters to the Sydney Fringe
Instagram - katieyang_comedy. To Book https://sydneyfringe.com/events/a-very-chinese-time/A Very Chinese Time | Sydney Fringe.
EP 68 - Daniel Mitchell – How Bob Marley Won the Lifeboat Debate
To book the Parramatta Toastmasters Club60th Anniversary - Gala Dinner Meeting19th September 2026https://parramattatm.corsizio.com/event/6a520cad6905bd52ffd7abd6 In this episod...
EP 67 - Jason Blyth: Reclaiming the Pen, Reclaiming His Voice
Jason Blyth’s Toastmasters journey is about far more than becoming a better public speaker — it is about reclaiming his voice and using it to create change.A member of Elouera Toastmasters in Sydney for just over three years, Jaso...
EP 66 - Anu Vijayan: Winning District 90 & Taking Speechcraft to Vancouver
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with Anu Vijayan, a member of Parramatta Toastmasters for 11 years and the recent District 90 winner of both the Humorous and International Speech Contests....
EP 65 - 🏆 Vicki Sheehan Wins District Evaluation | Evaluation Tips Every Toastmaster Needs
In May 2026, Vicki Sheehan, won the District 70 Evaluation Contest, she joins The Toastmasters Experience to share the journey behind her first district evaluation title after more than a decade in Toastmasters. A teacher by pro...
EP 64 - Maria Pedavoli: Leading the Newly Aligned District 70
Interview conducted on the 12th June 2026As District 70 prepares for a new chapter, Maria Pedavoli shares her inspiring journey from joining Toastmasters in 2009 to becoming the inaugural District Director of the newly aligned District 7...
EP 63 - 🎙️ Dale Anne Clark: Confidence, Connection and the Business of Speaking
CONTACT DALE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakerdaleanneclark/TO BOOK LifeBoat Debate
EP 62 - 🏆 From Boardroom Setback to District 70 Table Topics Champion | John Hughson
https://ardillhouse.weebly.com In this engaging episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with John Huhgson, an accomplished Toastmaster whose journey demonstrates that it's never too late to discover ...
EP 61 - 🏆 Christina Rajkumar: From Speaker Mum to District Champion
In this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with Christina Rajkumar, the District 70 International Speech Contest Champion, to explore her Toastmasters journey, competition success, and passion for...
EP 60 - Sean Sadimoen: From Gavel Club to District Stage
Follow Sean on https://www.instagram.com/seanyboycomedy/In this engaging episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn interviews longtime Toastmaster and stand-up comedian Sean Sadimoen, whose Toastmasters journey ...
EP 59 - Shaun Premnath: Leading the New Ironbark Division
uIn this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn sits down with Toastmaster Shaun Premnath to explore a remarkable journey of growth, leadership, resilience and self-discovery. Shaun shares how he first joined Toastmas...
EP 58 - Vulnerability Over Perfection: Dean’s Story
In this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn interviews Dean, a relatively new Toastmaster from Quakers Hill Toastmasters Club, who has been a member for just eight months. Despite his short time in the organization...
EP 57 - Behind the Scenes Brilliance: The Sergeant at Arms Role
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn is joined by Charmaine Tully from Blue Mountains Toastmasters to shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked yet vital role of the Sergeant at Arms. Drawing on their shared experienc...
EP 56 - Beyond the Podium: Allan Rees-Bevan, SpeakEasy and a Life of Impact
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn speaks with Allan Rees-Bevan, a long-time Toastmaster whose story is both inspiring and deeply practical. Alan shares that he has been involved in Toastmasters for 35 years...
EP 55 - The Heartbeat of Toastmasters: VPE Insights
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn highlights one of the most impactful leadership roles in any club—the Vice President Education (VPE). Joined by Charmaine Tully from Blue Mountains Toastmasters, the conversation e...
EP 54 - Surprise! Michael Said Turns the Mic on Evelyn
In this very special episode of The Toastmasters Experience, the microphone is unexpectedly turned on the host herself.Toastmaster Michael Said surprises Evelyn by stepping in as interviewer, asking the questions she normal...
EP 53 - District 70 Conference with Mitsie
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn welcomes Mitsie to discuss the upcoming District 70 Conference, taking place from 1–3 May at the Campbelltown Catholic Club. District conferences are a highlight of the Toastmaster...
EP 52 - A Toast to 30 Years: City of London Toastmasters in Action
In this episode of The Toastmasters Experience, I take you to the heart of London to visit City of London Toastmasters, a club that will be proudly celebrating its 30th Anniversary in November. 🎉During my visit, I ...
EP 51 - The Resource Round-Up: 8 Toastmasters Share Their Favorites
On The Toastmasters Experience, I love shining a light on one powerful question: 💡 “What books, podcasts, tools, or routines have shaped your self-development?”In this special compilation, you’ll hear from eight ins...
EP - 50 - Maria’s Message: Find Your Voice, Change Your Life
Maria’s Toastmasters journey began in 2009 after a staff retreat conversation made her realise she had no hobbies outside of work and family life. Caring for her husband after a major accident and raising three children had left little time for...
EP 49 - Top 28 Finalist: Remona’s Remarkable First Year in Toastmasters
In this inspiring episode of The Toastmasters Experience, Evelyn welcomes back Remona Moodley—one of Toastmasters’ Top 28 semi-finalists in the 2025 World Championship of Public Speaking. Even more remarkable: it’s Remona’s ...