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Today, I'm joined by my dear friend, Big Talk Academy Mastery alumna, and keynote speaker, Rhona McBain.

Rhona is the creator of the Creative Intelligence OS — a framework that explores how creative intelligence functions as the operating system of origination, helping people work with creative energy and process to shape identity, direction, and what they create.

In this episode, Rhona and I explore:

• Why creativity isn't reserved for artists and musicians, and how to recognize the creative energy that's already flowing through your life and work

• How our environments, surroundings, and relationships are constantly shaping our ability to express ourselves, and what to do about it

• What it truly means to fuel your creativity from the inside out, and why presence is the most important creative tool you have

• Rhona's current favorites: Book: Through Two Doors at Once, LeadHERship: Inspiring Women Leading with Purpose, and anything by David Sedaris, Speaker: Brené Brown, and Podcast: The Diary of a CEO
  
  

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This week, we are celebrating 10 years of The Big Talk Podcast, and I am so grateful you are here for it!

Ten years. Over 700 episodes. Not a single week missed.

In this special anniversary episode, I reflect on what a decade of showing up has taught me — not just about podcasting, but about consistency, trust, and what it truly means to keep your word.

Tune in to discover:

• Why consistency is the most valuable currency you can build in your career, and what 10 years of never missing a week actually proves

• Why waiting until you feel ready is the one thing guaranteed to keep you from ever starting

• How the promises you make to yourself are just as sacred as the ones you make to your audience, your clients, and your team

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Today, I'm joined by the remarkable Jackie Graves, an English and Creative Writing Professor, Soul Voice Activator, and a beloved member of The Big Talk community.

Jackie spent 20 years helping thousands of students find their voices and transform their lives. Now, she helps visionaries liberate their voices so they can step out and change the world. And her own story of reclaiming her voice is one you won't want to miss.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• What it truly means to be a light worker, and why you may already be one without knowing it

• How childhood silence and trauma can shut down your soul gift, and what it takes to reclaim it

• What soul voice activation is and why connecting your creativity, your power, and your expression may be the most important thing you do as a leader and speaker

• Jackie's current favorites: Book: Wild by Cheryl Strayed, Speaker: Malcolm X, and Podcast: Erika Alsborn's podcast, "Yes, Please"

Her free gift to our community: Activate Your Voice Meditation 

Website: www.jackiegraves.com 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jackie.graves.10

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackiegraves510/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegraves510/

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/jackiegraves 

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In this episode, I deconstruct Steven Spielberg's new film Disclosure Day — which I happened to see on the Fourth of July, on the 250th anniversary of this country, in a theater in New York City. 

The timing was unplanned. The way it landed was not.

Tune in to discover:

• Why integrity is simpler than we think, and why we so often talk ourselves out of it anyway

• What withholding truth has to do with division, and how speakers and leaders do this more than they realize

• Why the last word of the film stopped me cold, and what it means for anyone who wants to use their voice to unite rather than divide

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Today, I'm joined by an amazing friend and speaker, Maria DeLorenzis Reyes. 

Maria is an executive leadership coach who specializes in challenging conventional norms and fostering cultures of belonging and high performance. 

As CEO and Founder of Training Innovations and MDR Brands, she has transformed over 1,600 companies, delivered over 5,800 presentations and trained 400,000+ people. Her extensive knowledge and speaking skills make her a sought-after coach, consultant, and speaker. 

Maria is also the creator and host of the "Finding the Upside" podcast and TV series. Her book, Unedited: Women's Stories of Truth, Identity, and Transformation That Shapes Leadership, is for anyone who has let a label hold them back from standing fully in who they are.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why true belonging in the workplace starts with hospitality and treating every person with equal care, attention, and welcome

• What it truly means to be a rebel leader and why that's a good thing

• How to lead with integrity, and why values mean nothing without the actions and behaviors to back them up

• Her current favorites: Book: Being Smart Is Stupid and The Art of Contemplation, Speaker: Michelle Obama, and Podcast: The Curiosity Shop

Her previous appearance on the podcast in Episode 714

Website: mariadr.com 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MariaDeLorenzisReyes 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadelorenzisreyes/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themariadr/ 

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In this episode, I share something that happened on my way to vote that stopped me in my tracks — three words spoken so flatly, so matter-of-factly, that I couldn't stop thinking about them for the rest of the morning.

"I'm just here."

Those three words revealed something I think a lot of us are doing without even realizing it, and it's quietly costing us more than we know.

Tune in to discover:

• What "I'm just here" actually means, and why it's not the same as being tired, burned out, or introverted

• What it costs you every single time you drift into autopilot — in your leadership, your speaking, and your life

• Four concrete ways to come back to full presence, even when you've been going through the motions for a long time
  

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Today, I am joined by the amazing Linda Lorelle.

Linda is an Emmy- and Gracie Award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, speaker, moderator, and host of the award-winning podcast Our Voices Matter. As Co-founder of the democracy project, Civil Dialogues, she travels the country creating a safe space for Americans to engage with each other about difficult issues affecting the country.

In this episode, Linda and I explore what it truly means to listen across the divide, and why that might be the most important skill any of us can develop right now.

When you tune in, you'll discover:

• The importance of listening with curiosity rather than judgment to bridge divides

• Why creating safe spaces for difficult conversations isn't just idealistic — it's essential to democracy

• How looking at where we are now through a historical lens is both grounding and hopeful

• Linda's current favorites: Books: If I Ruled the World by Amy Dubois Barnett and How Not To Use AI by Abi Awomosu, Speaker: Maya Angelou, and Podcast: Fresh Air

Substack: https://lindalorelle.substack.com/ 

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In this episode, I share exactly what happened when Live Nation — the world's largest live entertainment company — came to my contact form, and what it revealed about what it really means to treat speaking like a business.

The speakers who will be on the biggest stages next year are building their assets right now. The ones who aren't? They're already missing the window.

Tune in to discover:

• Why having the right assets in place is the difference between a decision-maker moving on in two seconds and reaching out to book you

• How far in advance the speaking industry actually books, and why most speakers are pitching too late 

• What it truly means to show up like a pro and the one question you can ask yourself right now to find out if you're ready

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Today, I'm joined by an amazing friend and thought leader, Kristin Thomas.

Kristin is the Founder and CEO of Marble Collective, an AI-powered platform that connects, amplifies, and centralizes the digital legacies of remarkable women leaders so they can inspire, be role models, and create impact at scale. Backed by 300 women leaders and 70+ investors, Marble launches publicly this fall.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• How resilience and adaptability shape entrepreneurial success

• Why listening is as powerful as speaking for influential voices

• The importance of following people, not just platforms, to create deeper connection

• Kristin's current favorites: Book: Untamed by Glennon Doyle, Speaker: Dr. Jane Goodall, Podcasts: Venture F, The Angel Next Door, & The Big Talk

Website: http://marblecollective.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinthomas_ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-thomas-1092a01b 

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In this episode, I explore one of the most quietly destructive forces in any business relationship: doubt. 

Drawing on John Patrick Shanley's Pulitzer Prize-winning play Doubt: A Parable, I examine what happens when doubt takes root between people in professional relationships. 

I also look at the moment when business relationships shift from relational to transactional, why defending yourself against doubt rarely works, and why naming the doubt is the most powerful thing an influential voice can do.

When you tune in, you'll discover why:

• Doubt doesn't introduce new information — it reframes existing information

• Naming doubt openly is what saves or ends a relationship

• Influential leaders don't wait for doubt to resolve itself; they bring it into the light

• It's important to distinguish between doubt that serves growth and doubt that destroys relationships (and how to do this)
  
  

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Today's guest, Natalie Tincher, is the founder of BU Style and a certified image consultant. Since 2010, she's partnered with hundreds of clients, collaborated with corporations, and served as the global stylist for a major news network. 

As host of the Wear Who You Are podcast and a frequent voice in outlets like Business Insider, the Associated Press, InStyle, and Forbes, Natalie is known for her joyful, empowering approach to personal style.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why style serves as your "first voice" before you even speak

• The way that clothing affects performance, and why removing the cognitive load of style decisions enhances high performance 

• How to use style as a tool for confidence and authenticity 

• Her current favorites: Book: The Mastery of Love, Speaker: Michelle Obama, and Podcast: Good Hang

Instagram: @natalie_tincher 

Website: https://www.bu.style/ 

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In this episode, I share a powerful personal story about reaching out to a friend who used derogatory language on social media. 

Rather than ignoring it or publicly calling him out, I chose a third path — a private, loving, curiosity-driven conversation that led to a genuine shift in my friend's thinking.

Join me as I break down three key lessons for communicating across the divide:

• Lead with curiosity, not correction — a well-placed question opens doors that criticism slams shut.

• Be willing to be taught even when you're the one trying to teach — being truly heard is what makes someone willing to listen.

• Love is not weakness — approaching hard conversations with love and grace is the most advanced communication skill a leader can possess.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to influence hearts and minds, navigate difficult conversations, and use their voice as a force for genuine connection rather than division.

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Today, I'm super excited for you to hear from Beth Norcross. You may remember Beth from Episode 737, which dropped in March. In that conversation, we talked about building resilience through nature.

With extensive training and experience in both spirituality and ecology, Beth is a writer, speaker, and spiritual nature guide who invites people into deep, intimate relationships with their Earth kin. 

She founded the Center for Spirituality in Nature and co-wrote Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees with Leah Rampy.

In Beth's big talk, "Do We Really Love Nature?", she explores:

• Why, despite saying we love nature, we often treat the natural world as existing solely to serve us

• How to show our love for nature through intentional daily decisions

• The systemic changes we need to make collectively

• Why spending time observing nature's needs creates deeper connection and kinship

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 737

Her big talk, "Do We Really Love Nature?"

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beth.norcross.9/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-norcross-4a566832/ 

Her book, Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees  

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Today, I'm joined by an amazing alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery, Lee Powers. You may remember Lee from Episode 741 that released in April, where I featured her big talk, "A Nurse's Awakening from a Coma: Lessons Learned from Being the Patient."

Lee is a nurse, speaker, and advocate with decades of experience. After surviving a patient assault that left her on a ventilator in the ICU, she founded ICUiCare™ to humanize critical-care recovery through education and advocacy, empowering patients, families, and healthcare teams to solve complex health challenges and rebuild lives.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• The value of pharmacogenetic testing in preventing medication complications

• The number of ICU survivors affected by Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS), and why more people aren't talking about it

• How medicine often operates on a one-size-fits-all approach, and how you can become a better advocate for your healthcare

• Her current favorites: Book: Man's Search for Meaning and Speaker: Tricia

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 741

Website: https://leepowersrn.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-powers-rn-bsn-034845337/ 

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In a world increasingly reliant on AI, in-person mentorship for speakers has never been more essential.

Using my NYC intensive, The Big Talk Live, as the backdrop, I walk through what three days of hands-on stage work actually look like and why this is what you need to gain momentum in your speaker journey. 

In this episode, we'll explore:

• What AI can and can't do for you as a speaker

• Why growth for most speakers isn't a content problem — it's a performance problem 

• How to develop your stage presence as a speaker

• Why working together in person could transform your speaking career

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In today's episode, you will hear a big talk from Adolfo Gomez Sanchez, an amazing speaker and alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery. 

Adolfo has served as a performance mentor to pro athletes and CEOs for over 30 years. Leveraging his tried-and-tested methodology, he teaches clients how to break performance down into its component parts, optimize each, and stitch them back together seamlessly. 

He is a Best-Selling author and High-Impact Speaker for leading organizations around the world.

In his big talk, "Redefining failure as reps unleashes your full potential," he explores:

• When failure shifted from an occurrence to a character judgment

• How achievement addiction is neurochemically similar to substance abuse

• The crucial difference between achievement and fulfillment

• Why elite performers expect 20-40% of their training to be failed reps, and what we can learn from them

Website: https://www.gomezsanchezofficial.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ags1101/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adolfogomezsanchez/ 

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Today, I'm introducing you to Mike Shereck, a thought leader and author whose upcoming book, Radical Integrity, is coming soon from The Big Talk Press.

Mike Shereck is a thought leader, barrier breaker, and a guy from Berwyn who is committed to creating a world that works for everyone. Author of two books with a third on the way, he works as an executive coach and EOS Implementer with a strong commitment to the success of entrepreneurs.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why taking responsibility means rejecting victimhood

• How understanding that your perspective differs from others is crucial for meaningful dialogue

• The importance of creating genuine dialogue about healthy masculine expression

• His current favorites: Books: The Three Laws of Performance, Mindset, Out of the Crisis, Extreme Ownership, & Berwyn Rules, Speakers: Simon Sinek & Brené Brown, and Podcast: The Shawn Ryan Show

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeshereck/ 

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Most speakers prepare for their big talks, but very few actually train like athletes, and that's the gap holding them back from true mastery.

In this episode, I'm sharing why approaching your speaking like an athlete is the key to extraordinary performance and how the reps you do between big moments are exactly what make you extraordinary when it counts.

When you tune in, you'll discover:

• The crucial difference between preparing for a talk and training like an athlete

• Why staying in the reps through podcasts, panels, and smaller stages builds your voice as a muscle

• How to rehearse properly (hint: it's not in your head or reading notes—it's on your feet)

• The importance of protecting your instrument and organizing your assets like a pro

• Why conserving energy allows you to spend it extravagantly on stage
  
  
  

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Today, I'm super excited for you to hear from Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor, an engaging speaker, educator, and consultant who helps organizations transform their cultures through playful learning, storytelling, and empathy. 

With nearly three decades as a seasoned educator, museum specialist, founder of an award-winning preschool, and university professor, Dr. Diane inspires audiences with high-energy, interactive keynotes and workshops. 

She launched Dr. Diane's Adventures in Learning to help educators around the world connect play, literacy, and engaged STEM/STEAM experiences for joyful learning. Her Adventures in Learning podcast amplifies the stories of diverse and creative problem solvers.

In her big talk, Empathy, Wonder, Curiosity, Connection — Weaving the Colors of Joy Into a Coat to Help You Weather All Storms, she explores:

• How empathy connects us through shared fundamental feelings

• Why we don't need grand adventures to find wonder

• How exploring books, media, people, and experiences can serve as both mirrors to our own lives and windows into other cultures 

• The reason practicing empathy protects us from living in fear

Website: https://www.drdianeadventures.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdianeadventures 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-jackson-schnoor/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdianeadventures/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCntXM_ffikNoSqwrASAggeA 

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Today, I'm joined by an amazing friend, client, and graduate of The Big Talk Academy Mastery, Dr. Lía Roth. 

Dr. Roth is a psychoanalyst and keynote speaker specializing in shame, betrayal, and relational dynamics. She is the bestselling author of Get In or Get Out, But Don't Stay in the Freakn' Middle. Known for her sharp, grounded insight, she is a speaker whose presence ignites possibility.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• What happens when we operate from shame

• How to offer yourself belonging, rather than waiting to receive it from others

• The steps to heal from shame and create new possibilities

• Her current favorites: Book: Endgame (Fin de partida) by Samuel Beckett and Speaker: Tricia Brouk

Her big talk, given at The Triad in NYC

Website: https://drliaroth.com/speakup   

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrLRoth 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drliaroth 

Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlroth 

Substack: https://substack.com/@drliaroth 

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Most speakers prepare for their big talks, but very few actually train like athletes, and that's the gap holding them back from true mastery.

In this episode, I'm sharing why approaching your speaking like an athlete is the key to extraordinary performance and how the reps you do between big moments are exactly what make you extraordinary when it counts.

When you tune in, you'll discover:

• The crucial difference between preparing for a talk and training like an athlete

• Why staying in the reps through podcasts, panels, and smaller stages builds your voice as a muscle

• How to rehearse properly (hint: it's not in your head or reading notes—it's on your feet)

• The importance of protecting your instrument and organizing your assets like a pro

• Why conserving energy allows you to spend it extravagantly on stage

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In today's episode, you will hear a big talk from Jane Newman, an amazing speaker and alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery. You may remember her from Episode 716, which dropped in December, where we explored the hidden costs of AI.

Jane is an international speaker, entrepreneur, and coach. She writes and speaks on the urgent necessity of retaining our humanity in a techno-centric world.

Based in Seoul, South Korea, Jane travels internationally, working with global thought leaders on reimagining AI and technology. Her message to live joyfully offers a necessary panacea to lives driven by efficiency and productivity.

In her thought-provoking big talk, "Re-humanising: Reclaiming our Humanity in a Techno-centric World," she explores:

• Why technology has become an insidious colonizing force and how the system discriminates against those who don't fit digital molds

• The reason burnout and tech overwhelm aren't personal failings

• The importance of real human connection and community in reclaiming our humanity

• How we can push back against tech companies and demand human-first design

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 716

Website: https://www.jane-newman.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-newman-writer-and-speaker/ 

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Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS Shoes, gave away over 100 million pairs of shoes and built a $700 million company — yet the pain of "not enough" nearly cost him his life. Through his healing journey, he discovered the truth that saved him: he had always been enough. Today, Blake is dedicating his life to ENOUGH, a cultural intervention reminding us all of what's always been true: we are enough.

Mark Fujiwara is a Modern Samurai, transformation architect, and conscious wealth advisor. Drawing on the Japanese art of kintsugi — repairing broken pottery with gold — Mark helps leaders turn their "cracks" into sites of strength by uncovering their ikigai, their highest purpose.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• The fact that suffering doesn't discriminate, and vulnerability can be the antidote to your isolation

• Why the shame-isolation cycle is what puts lives at risk, and how finding even one person to talk to about your mental health can begin to break that cycle

• When turning your mess into your message heals you, too

• How to be your own advocate with medication for your mental health

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If you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out. You are never alone.

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 (US)

• Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741

• International Association for Suicide Prevention — https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ for global crisis center listings

• NAMI Helpline (National Alliance on Mental Illness) — 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741741

• Psychology Today Therapist Finder — https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

This episode discusses mental health and suicide. If you are personally affected, please know that help is available, and you deserve support.

Websites: https://blakemycoskie.com/ and https://weareenough.co/ 

Instagram: @weareenough and @blakemycoskie 

Website: markfujiwara.com  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fujiwarapm/   

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What if "dreaming big" was actually limiting you and keeping you from what you really desire?

In this episode, I'm challenging the conventional wisdom behind dreams and wishes, and showing you how to become a limitless creator instead.

When you tune in, you'll discover:

• Why you should replace your big dreams with crystal-clear desires

• My personal story of returning to Mexico to be there during the sea turtle nesting season

• What I learned from my desire for this powerful experience

• How to become a limitless creator and swap your dreams and wishes for white-hot desires
  
  

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This week, you'll hear a big talk from an alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery that will expand how you think about the world and inspire you to take the big stages you desire.

Lauren E. Graham is an educator, speaker, and ecosystems strategist for planetary and democratic futures. She has dedicated her career to working at the intersection of climate, social impact, and creative media for public engagement.

In her poetic and profound talk, Lauren invites us to meet chaos with moral imagination and tenderness—and build a world worth living in.

During her big talk, "A Tender Treatise: Lessons from Moral Collapse and the Quiet Rebuilding of What Comes Next," she explores:

• Why a multi-systems collapse (political, ecological, economic, social) is both inevitable and an opportunity

• How we can use tenderness as a radical tool for rebuilding

• The importance of strategic stillness for reclaiming our moral center

• Four practical steps we can take to create the kind of world we want to live in

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Today, I'm joined by Jenny Nguyen, Founder and Owner of The Sports Bra, the world's first sports bar dedicated exclusively to women's sports.

Jenny's background as an Executive Chef equipped her with the leadership skills to build a successful hospitality business. The idea for The Sports Bra was born of her personal frustration at not being able to reliably find a place to watch major women's games.

Fueled by a community-backed Kickstarter, she opened The Sports Bra in April 2022. It became an instant global phenomenon, proving the existence of a massive, underserved market. In its first eight months alone, the bar generated nearly $1 million in revenue.

Jenny's vision transcends sports, focusing on equity by sourcing from women-owned businesses and creating an inclusive space. Her leadership and the bar's success have drawn extensive media coverage from outlets including The TODAY Show, ESPN, The New York Times, and Vogue.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• The benefits of community-funded success over traditional funding

• Why persistence and taking the next step matter more than having all the answers

• The massive underserved market for women's sports

• How to use your business as a platform for social justice

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This week, I'm sharing what it's really like working with speaker agents and bureaus. Too many speakers think getting signed with an agent means they can sit back and wait for bookings to roll in, but that's not how it actually works.

If you've been thinking that getting signed is the finish line, or wondering why your agent isn't booking you, this episode will save you frustration and money.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• What speaker agents actually do (and who they really work for)

• The 7 essential questions to ask before signing with any agent or bureau

• What to realistically expect when working with representation, and when you might not need an agent at all

• Red flags to watch out for in agent relationships

• How commission structures really work and impact your income

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In today's episode, you will hear a big talk from Lee Powers, an amazing speaker and alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery. 

Lee Powers is a registered nurse, ICU and workplace violence survivor, and an international speaker. She's dedicated her life to transforming personal trauma into purpose. 

Her journey began while completing her Nurse Practitioner training when a patient assault left her critically injured. She was put on a ventilator and in a medically induced coma, yet she was fully aware of everything that was happening. That life-altering experience completely reshaped her life, career, and mission.

In her big talk, "A Nurse's Awakening from a Coma: Lessons Learned from Being the Patient," she explores:

• The alarming rates of workplace violence that healthcare workers face compared to other industries

• Raising awareness about Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS), a little-known condition that affects over 50% of ICU survivors

• Why the way we treat unresponsive patients matters deeply

• How she transformed her devastating experience into a mission to improve patient care and reduce medical trauma
  
  

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Today's guest, Lisa Shumate, is the CEO and Founder of Maximum Q. She has built her consultancy on the foundational principle that authentic leadership is essential to driving change and innovation. 

Lisa's media career spans notable leadership roles, including over 13 years as Associate Vice President and General Manager at Houston Public Media. She brings extensive experience from the television industry, with management roles at TEGNA and ABC/Disney.

She served on the PBS Board of Directors, where she provided strategic guidance for one of America's most trusted media institutions. And she most recently served as Chair of American Public Television's Board of Directors.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• The importance of managing your emotions as a leader

• The #1 factor for high-performing teams

• Using team charters to create ownership and empowerment

• How to create better working conditions and reduce reactive management

• Her current favorites: Book: How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job, Speaker: Martin Luther King, Jr., and Podcast: The Diary of a CEO by Stephen Bartlett

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In this episode, I explore how the season of spring mirrors the cycles of growth, emergence, and transformation that every leader and speaker experiences. 

If you've been feeling stuck, waiting for the right moment to launch your big idea, or hesitant to step into your voice, this is for you.

When you tune in, you'll discover:

• Why spring is the perfect metaphor for personal and professional growth

• The importance of honoring "winter" seasons of rest, reflection, and preparation

• The necessity of breaking through comfort zones and limiting beliefs to achieve growth, and how to recognize and trust the timing of your own breakthroughs

• How to embrace visibility and allow your growth to become public

• Practical guidance for identifying your current season and taking aligned action

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This week, you'll hear a big talk from an alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery that will expand how you think about the world and inspire you to take the big stages you desire.

In her powerful and deeply personal talk, Trish Egan unpacks the silent wounds of childhood trauma, betrayal, and the cost of self-abandonment. 

With unflinching honesty, she shares how reclaiming her voice helped her break generational patterns—and finally come home to herself.

During her talk, "The Journey Back to Me," she explores:

• How childhood trauma creates survival patterns that follow us into adulthood

• The courage required to break cycles and leave what's familiar

• Why healing requires prioritizing yourself despite others' judgment

• The way to show the next generation what authentic love looks like

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Today, I'm joined by the amazing Beth Norcross. With extensive training and experience in both spirituality and ecology, Beth is a writer, speaker, and spiritual nature guide who invites people into deep, intimate relationships with their Earth kin. 

She founded the Center for Spirituality in Nature and co-wrote Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees with Leah Rampy.

Beth is also a recent graduate of The Big Talk Academy Mastery, where she gave her eye-opening big talk, "Do We Really Love Nature?" I invite and encourage you to watch it on The Big Talk YouTube channel. You'll find the link in the show notes.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• The importance of reclaiming your innate connection to nature

• How trees teach us to honor both light and darkness, and why these are both essential

• What matters most when navigating uncertainty and change

• Why our disconnection from nature causes grief, and how to rekindle this relationship

• Beth's current favorites: Book: Gilead, Speaker: Joanna Macy, and Podcast: Hidden Brain

Her big talk, "Do We Really Love Nature?"

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I'm often asked: "How do you manage multiple businesses, creative projects, and areas of influence without losing yourself?"

In this episode, I share my journey as a multifaceted creator—owning three companies, producing a feature film, and leading a lifestyle brand—while maintaining my sense of self and purpose.

Tune in to discover:

• Why being multifaceted is a strength, not a weakness, and how to give yourself permission to be complex in a world that craves simplicity

• How to identify the "through line" that connects your passions

• Strategies for managing your energy and attention across projects

• The importance of integration practices, rituals for transitioning between facets, and building a support system that embraces your full self

• Turning your multifaceted nature into your competitive advantage

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In today's episode, you will hear a big talk from Danielle Monogue, an amazing speaker and alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery. 

Danielle is the co-founder of Post House Legacy, a podcast dedicated to reshaping how we prepare for the unexpected. With more than 15 years of corporate leadership experience, she brings clarity and compassion to end-of-life conversations, helping families and leaders reduce stress while building lasting legacies.

During her big talk, "How Being Prepared for the Unexpected Is the Greatest Leadership Skill," she explores:

• Why real leadership means preparing for when you're not there

• The importance of communicating about the hard things and having the uncomfortable conversations

• The reason creating systems for the unexpected (wills, passwords, insurance, business continuity) isn't morbid; it's leadership in action

• How legacy is about presence, not just accomplishments

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I am back with Part 2 of my incredible conversation with renowned dialect and vocal coach Denise Woods. 

Today's episode focuses on the actual techniques and approaches Denise uses with her actors, CEOs, and leaders.

If you missed it, Part 1 of our conversation is in Episode 731 from March 3rd.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• What happens when you get out of your own way and let the story shine

• How using your imagination to see images rather than just saying words results in more effective speaking

• The way Denise helps clients find their own authentic connection to feelings rather than manufacturing what they think emotions should be

• The power of stillness and breathing in unlocking your authentic voice

• Why great communication isn't just about speaking your truth, but also about listening to and receiving other people's truths

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 731

Website: https://www.speakitclearly.com/ 

Her book, The Power of Voice

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In an era overwhelmed by AI-generated content and social media noise, consistency has never been more critical.

In this solo episode, I share my personal journey and decades of experience as a dancer, director, speaker, and leader, revealing how showing up authentically and consistently is the key to building trust, credibility, and lasting influence.

Tune in to discover:

• Why consistency, not volume, sets influential voices apart

• The pitfalls of chasing trends and spreading yourself too thin

• Six specific steps to maximize your influence through consistency—from defining your non-negotiables to measuring impact, not activity

• How to start building consistency, even if you're just beginning

• Why authentic presence can't be replicated by AI or social media algorithms

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In this episode, I'm super excited for you to hear from Gracia Sotomayor. You may remember Gracia from her appearance on the podcast last November in Episode 707, where we talked about pursuing your dreams, no matter how unconventional.

Born in Lima, Peru, Gracia discovered artistic cycling through a magazine photo and was captivated by the concentration and control required. With no resources available in Spanish, she taught herself and eventually moved to Germany to master the sport. She has competed in the UCI Cycling World Championships and became the first person to translate the official rulebook into Spanish.

As an ambassador for artistic cycling, Gracia has promoted the sport across Latin America and been featured in international media. Through her speaking, she shares how embracing inner power, taking unconventional paths, and helping others can lead to personal transformation and lasting impact.

In her inspiring talk, "My Bike, Love, and Empowerment," she explores:

• Building self-trust through challenging yourself

• Making fear a companion rather than a barrier, and aligning your actions with your dreams

• How personal transformation can ripple outward to create societal impact

• Why breaking free from limiting beliefs is ongoing work

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 707

Her talk on The Big Talk Academy Stage in NYC

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Today's guest, Denise Woods, has been the 'voice behind the voice' for Hollywood's most celebrated performers for over twenty years. As a dialect and vocal coach, she has contributed to Oscar- and Tony-winning performances.

Beyond Hollywood, Denise has been the secret weapon for Fortune 500 executives, broadcast journalists, and elite athletes transitioning to broadcasting careers. Her client list reads like a who's who of entertainment—from Jessica Chastain to Queen Latifah, from Anthony Mackie to Maggie Gyllenhaal.

Denise is also committed to giving disenfranchised voices the courage and tools to tell their stories by dismantling fear, shame, and trauma. As a graduate and the first African-American female faculty member of Juilliard's Drama Division, she's breaking barriers while helping others find their power. Her book, The Power of Voice, captures this transformative approach to finding and using your authentic voice.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why embracing your authentic light is essential to mastery

• The reason true expertise means embracing "I don't know"

• How non-conformity fuels artistic excellence, and why Denise thrives as a co-creator and collaborator

• The spiritual and intentional approach to preparation that allows authentic voices to emerge

• Her current favorites: Book: Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison, Speaker: Michelle Obama, Podcast: Trevor Noah's What Now?

Website: https://www.speakitclearly.com/ 

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In this episode, I'm sharing how my journey as a professional dancer, performing with companies like Lucinda Childs alongside Baryshnikov and on stages from Lincoln Center to the Paris Opera, shaped my approach to leadership and influence.

I examine how the skills and lessons from any area of expertise—whether dance, athletics, science, or business—can be translated into powerful leadership qualities. 

Together, we'll explore:

• The importance of resilience and collaboration in both dance and leadership

• Embracing impermanence and moving forward after achievements

• How to identify and translate your own expertise into leadership principles

• The value of sharing personal stories to become a memorable, influential voice
  

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In this episode, you'll hear a powerful big talk from certified speaker Ivana Ivanek. You may remember Ivana from her appearance on the podcast last July in Episode 683, where we talked about redefining success.

Ivana is a keynote speaker, business strategist, mindset coach, and host of the Online Business By Design Podcast. She specializes in helping teachers, coaches, and educators build online businesses that drive profit and impact so they can create the success and the life they desire.

In her talk, "Modern Social Silencing Isn't Just a Women's Issue," she explores:

• How modern social silencing impacts all genders through workplace dynamics, family expectations, and societal pressures

• The hidden costs of staying silent, and what is required to break that silence

• The importance of creating 'voice-positive' environments and how leaders can actively cultivate them

• Why speaking up isn't something to earn or wait for permission to do

Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 683

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This is a very special episode for me as I introduce you to a dear friend and member of my team, Emma Price.

Emma is an educator, speaker, and advocate whose work explores motherhood, disability, infertility, and resilience. With over twelve years in elementary education, she began her career as a classroom teacher and later became a private tutor specializing in literacy and executive functioning, helping students build confidence and independence.

Emma now serves as my amazing Executive Assistant here at The Big Talk and makes it possible for me to support leaders globally in sharing their voices on major stages. 

She has spoken internationally on disability, access to education, resilience, and the power of desire, bringing a grounded, deeply human perspective to conversations about life transitions and rebuilding identity after adversity.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why resilience is relative to each person's experience

• Emma's experience of speaking from healing, not wounds, and how this can impact your speaker journey

• How we successfully navigate working together while maintaining our friendship

• The reason your desire signals what's possible for you, and why overcoming limiting beliefs is ongoing work

• Emma's current favorites: Book: All the Light We Cannot See, Speaker: Emily Oster, and Podcasts: Good Hang & Landlines
  

Her SPEAK talk, Wishful Thinking

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Today marks a powerful milestone for the podcast, Episode 727. This number holds deep meaning for me and offers profound lessons for all of us as leaders and influential voices.

For years, the number 27 has been my spiritual touchstone, appearing everywhere from my birth date to my wedding anniversary, from my book launch to daily messages from my late fur babies, Lola and Bella. It's how I know I'm aligned with my purpose.

Join me as I decode the number 727 as a blueprint for leadership and transformation. 

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why 727 is more than a number—it's a roadmap for influential leadership

• How King George and George Harrison embodied the transformative power of "the two"

• Why mastery requires embracing discomfort daily, not waiting for the perfect moment

• Questions to help you identify your own "two" and bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be

Key Takeaway: Leadership and influence aren't about the big moments. They're about showing up for the uncomfortable work in between. That's where your power lives, where your influence grows, and where your voice becomes unstoppable.

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In today's episode, you will hear a big talk from Dr. John Librett, an amazing speaker and alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery. You may remember John from his previous appearance on the podcast in Episode 659, where we discussed trusting the process.

John is a certified speaker, author, and thought leader in preventive medicine and cancer survivorship. With over 25 years of experience, including chairing a White House Interagency Council, he inspires audiences worldwide to rethink health and wellness through his engaging presentations and practical, actionable insights.

In his big talk, "Cancer Cannot Live in Rooms Full of Light," he explores:

• Why the 2,000-year-old prescription of light, exercise, music, massage, and moderate diet shouldn't be considered "alternative" medicine, but instead, fundamental aspects of cancer care

• How to reframe the cancer narrative and stop using warfare language like "fighting," "battling," and "war on cancer"

• The reason cancer diagnoses in people under 49 will increase by more than 100% in the next five years

• How, as a cancer patient and medical student, he advocated for a treatment plan that became a national standard of care

• What comprehensive cancer care should look like and how we can create it

His first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 659

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Website: https://www.survivorhealthcare.com/about-shc 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/survivor-architect/ 

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Today's guests are The Good Doctors of Abbey Research, Dr. Kristen Donnelly and Dr. Erin

Hinson. They are corporate trainers and authors with social science PhDs. 

They leverage their expertise to help their clients build cultures that no one wants to quit. They are also the authors of the best-selling book "The Culture of Burnout."

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Technology's impact on attention and relationships, and how the technology you grew up with fundamentally shapes how you see and interact with the world

• Why culture requires intentional design rather than hoping for accidental improvement

• The importance of making small changes and developing media literacy to make more conscious choices about technology use

• Their current favorites: Book: Persuasion & The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe, Speaker: Susan Cain, and Podcast: British Scandal & How Did This Get Made?

Kristen's previous appearances on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 150, Episode 335, and Episode 339

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What if everything you've been told about creating influence is wrong? 

This week on the podcast, I deconstruct the recent New York Times Style magazine article about Generation X, which reveals how a generation dismissed as 'slackers' actually created the blueprint for authentic influence and how their legacy can inspire anyone seeking to use their voice for real impact.

In this episode, I explore:

• Why Gen X's reputation as "slackers" is a myth, and how their discernment and authenticity shaped culture

• Lessons from iconic Gen X art and films (The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and more)

• How Gen X's refusal to perform for approval is a model for today's influential voices

• Why authenticity, not polish, creates lasting transformation for speakers

• The connection between Gen X wisdom and my book "Being Smart is Stupid"—why performing intelligence undermines real leadership

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In today's episode, you will hear a big talk from Yin (Sandy) Shum, an amazing speaker, thought leader, and alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery.

Sandy was an exceptional team player, fostering teamwork and success among colleagues while she worked in a Fortune 500 company. Then, after 16 years in corporate life, a crisis led to profound change. 

Embracing morning rituals and divine guidance, she left her corporate job and founded 'The Awakening Journey'. Now, she is dedicated to illuminating paths and helping others awaken their spiritual rebirth and find their true calling.

In her talk, "The Morning Shift: Transforming Turmoil into Purposeful Living," she explores:

• The difference between routines & rituals, and how morning rituals can transform crisis into purpose

• The things that make up Sandy's morning rituals (aka her "Morning Shift")

• Why transformation requires commitment over comfort

• The inherent power we all have to transform, renew, and be reborn into our true purpose

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Today, I'm joined by the amazing Dr. Roberta Garceau. Roberta is a Dentist, Certified Yoga and Āyurveda Instructor, Professional Speaker, Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, and best-selling author of "Bliss, Not Burnout." 

Blending these passions into Elemental-Wellness, her trademarked brand of Holistic Medicine, she helps others improve their health, function, self-esteem, and overall well-being.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why holistic dentistry goes beyond teeth and how Dr. Garceau treats the whole person in her work

• The importance of self-care for healthcare providers and the small daily wellness practices they can implement to create a big impact

• The trademarked approach she uses at Element Wellness, which blends Western medicine with Ayurvedic wisdom, sleep science, yoga, and breathing techniques

• Her current favorites: Books: Codependent No More & The Four Agreements, Speakers: Dr. David Galler & Dr. Uche Odiatu, Podcast: Mel Robbins

Her previous appearance on the podcast in Episode 627

Her book, Bliss, Not Burnout

Website: https://drrobertagarceau.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberta-garceau/ 

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In this episode, we dive deep into a skill that's become essential for every speaker: mastering the art of speaking on camera. Whether you're delivering a virtual keynote, leading an online interview, or building your speaking business, the camera is now a non-negotiable part of your toolkit.

When you tune in, you'll learn:

• Why virtual speaking is fundamentally different from live stage presentations—and why treating them the same is a mistake

• The critical importance of your technical setup and how to create a genuine presence and connection through the lens

• The power of storytelling in virtual settings, and ways to make your stories more intimate, specific, and visually engaging

• Strategies for managing your energy, preparation, and recovery when performing virtually

• How mastering virtual speaking can expand your reach, increase your impact, and open up new business opportunities
  

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In this episode, I'm super excited for you to hear from Kristina DiPalo. You may remember Kristina from Episode 555, Episode 578, and Episode 713. She is an amazing speaker, client, and member of The Big Talk community.

Through her work and talks, Kristina awakens people and organizations stuck between the future they imagined and the one they are living. Leveraging the concept of icons and iconoclasts, she uses her experience as a strategic leader to help clients break worn-out definitions and navigate toward a future of growth and possibility.

In her talk, "The New Iconoclasts," she explores:

• How icons can shape us, but can also limit us

• How life's necessary compromises can disconnect us from our true selves

• Why menopause represents a powerful watershed moment

• The reason we must become the new iconoclasts ourselves—flooding the zone with images of vibrant, whole women at every age

• How women are expected to be everything but "not too much"—and why embracing our wholeness is revolutionary
  

Her previous appearances on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 555, Episode 578, and Episode 713

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Today's guest, Robbie Samuels, is an award-winning author of four books that have collectively received over 900 Amazon reviews and reached #1 Best Seller in 30 categories.

As a book launch strategist, he coaches entrepreneurs to build launch teams that generate referrals, grow their pipeline, and get 50+ Amazon reviews. He also designs and emcees virtual book launch parties that lead prospects to an offer.

He founded the Biz Book Pub Hub, a community with dozens of experts ready to help entrepreneurs navigate writing, editing, publishing, and marketing their business books. He hosts the Biz Book Pub Hub Podcast and free virtual networking events for writers, authors, and speakers.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• Why authors don't need to chase vanity metrics like Amazon #1 Bestseller status

• Understanding the difference between your publication date and your launch date

• The reason verified reviews matter, and how to calculate the right launch team size to get them

• How to use your book to build relationships that lead to speaking engagements, coaching clients, and collaborations

• Robbie's current favorites: Book: The Tipping Point, Speaker: Dorie Clark, and Podcast: Biz Book Pub Hub

Robbie's free gift for our listeners: booklaunchbrainstorm.com 

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