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Hosted by Greg Gazin · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 188 episodes
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Toastcaster is a communication and leadership learning lab — a place where ideas are explored out loud. Some episodes come From the Page , expanding on articles and written work. Others come From the Stage , capturing talks, presentations, and live conversations. You’ll also hear episodes From the Bookshelf , featuring authors and big ideas worth unpacking, and From Curiosity , where culture, technology, and everyday moments become lenses for better communication and leadership. There’s no single format — just a shared intent: to explore how the way we communicate shapes how we lead, connect, and make sense of the world.
Greg Gazin hosts Toastcaster Communication Leadership Learning Lab, a education show with 188 episodes published.
[27:53] Sometimes the opportunities that shape our lives arrive when we least expect them. In this special episode of ToastCaster, I share a recording of the opening keynote I delivered at the Toastmasters District 99 ye
[10:57] In this episode, I reflect upon the privilege of presenting the 2026 Toastmasters District 99 Communication & Leadership Award to Dr. Robert D. Steadward — better known to many simply as “Dr. Bob.” When people mo
[38:41] Most of us spend a lot of time solving problems… without ever stopping to answer a much simpler question: What do you want? In this episode, I sit down with Joppe Quaedvlieg to explore how that one question can c
[38:54] AI is everywhere — from the tools we use to write emails to the algorithms shaping our news feeds. When it comes to personal health, however, the conversation often swings between two extremes: blind trust or out
[28:06] In this inspiring two-part conversation, host Greg Gazin explores the art of storytelling through video with Stewart Cohen, a creative visionary who leads with human compassion and brings people’s stories to life
[39:59] In this insightful and timely episode, host Greg Gazin delves into the realities of the refugee experience with accomplished entrepreneur, advocate and author, Dalton T. Sirmans. They unpack the common myths and
[14:51] In this episode, GadgetGreg explores why your phone, laptop, or tablet battery seems to drain faster over time and what you can do to extend its life. Learn about the impact of charge cycles, what drains your bat
[32:25] In this episode, we speak with Rick Voight, CEO Vivid-Pix where we dive into the concept of reminiscence therapy, focusing on photo reminiscence and its powerful role in enhancing mental well-being and how Vivid-
[08:35] April Fools’ Day – April 1st, is an extension of a centuries-old tradition to entertain and trick, – or is it? In today's episode we unravel this annual enigma that today we call April Fools’ Day. This is the aud
[11:46] In this episode we change up the conversation and speak on Tech Leadership – kicking it off talking about safety. Of course, when we think of safety, the idea of personal or property typically come to mind, but n
[21:02] Video Bios are a great way to supplement your CV or Resume and an effective way to help show people who you are and what you do. In this episode we speak with Heather Flanagan who recently created her first Video
[36:11] In this fun and entertaining episode, Greg speaks with first-time novelist Jock Mackenzie who shares some of his adventures and misadventures in creating, writing, publishing and then promoting his newly publishe
[26:57] Yoga is something in the past this podcast host (Greg Gazin) would have never considered. The way it’s portrayed, it conjures up images of slim fit women who contort themselves into pretzels. But now I truly thin
[35:25] In this episode speak with Matt Abrahams—a return guest and a name synonymous with spontaneous speaking - about mastering the art of speaking on the fly. This is a special cross-over companion podcast to The Toas
[41:08] Being a Buddhist and a CEO may seem like two extremes – one symbolizes Zen and calmness and the other the epitome of corporate chaos. But Thane Lawrie - a.k.a The Buddhist CEO is both, and successfully so and has
[39:37] Wonder what it takes to be a great Emcee and Host? It takes more than just being able to be a good talker with an ability to wing it off the mic. Our special guest today Nathan Cassar is an award-winning professi
[56:30] In the first half of 2023, Generative AI and apps like ChatGPT have hit us like a tidal wave and is already impacting our lives. Our expert guest today, Robert Lavigne always seems to ride ahead of the curve. Rob
[32:54] In this episode, Greg speaks with Oscar Santolalla about the Fireside Chat – a great alternative to a typical Q & A style one-on-one podcast interview. Oscar introduces us to the concept, where it originated and
[12:35] Today, March 31st is #World Backup Day. This reminded this Gadget Guy of an article I was inspired to write for the Edmonton Sun 22 years ago not after watching the news or a show about Technology, but rather a T
[56:05] The Accredited Speaker (AS) designation is reserved for Toastmasters who combine subject mastery with professional speaking skills at the highest level of proficiency. Since the program started in 1981, there hav
Joppe Quaedvlieg
job coach and community manager · Shortcut
1 appearance on this show
Stewart Cohen
Director and Photographer · Cohen, Placitella, and Roth, P.C.
1 appearance on this show
Matt Abrahams
Stanford lecturer and bestselling author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter · Stanford University Graduate School of Business
1 appearance on this show
Rick Voight
Vivid-Pix
1 appearance on this show
Nathan Cassar
Australia's Premier Wedding & Corporate Emcees
1 appearance on this show
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