Irish Talkers

In the final part of this week's podcasts, Moira O'Brien discusses ideas for speeches. ____________________________________________ This is part 4 from Programme 27 of 2019/20 season - published on March 9th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com ___________________________________________________________________________ The Talk Show for Talkers i

Paul O'Manhony discusses whether contest judges be anonymous - before, during & after speech contests. ____________________________________________ This is part 3 from Programme 27 of 2019/20 season - published on March 8th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com ___________________________________________________________________________ The Tal

From Dr Aziz Gazipura, Confident Public Speaking - how to sound Powerful and Confident. Learn powerful confidence secrets from social confidence expert, Dr. Aziz. After struggling with shyness and social anxiety for over 10 years, Dr. Aziz discovered the path to ever-increasing social confidence. He now works with clients from all over the world to help them break through their social fears to create a life that truly inspires them. ____________________________________________ This is part 2 from Programme 27 of 2019/20 season - published on March 7th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion o

The introduction to this weeks Podcasts including: Word of the Week: NERVURE Thought for the week: "Never give up. Great things take time. Be patient" ____________________________________________ This is part 1 from Programme 27 of 2019/20 season - published on March 6th to 9th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com ________________________________

In this episode Sharon O'Neill looks at Dr Smedley's views on speechcraft. ____________________________________________ This is part 2 from Programme 26 of 2019/20 season - published on March 1st with Sharon O’Neill, introduced by Moira O'Brien. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/irish-talkers/message

In this episode Sharon O'Neill looks at Dr Smedley's writings on leadership. ____________________________________________ This is part 2 from Programme 26 of 2019/20 season - published on March 1st with Sharon O’Neill, introduced by Moira O'Brien. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/irish-talkers/message

Ok, so this is clickbait, but in this episode Sharon O'Neill speculates on how Dr Smedley would have responded to our five interview questions. ____________________________________________ This is part 2 from Programme 26 of 2019/20 season - published on February 29th with Sharon O’Neill, introduced by Moira O'Brien. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/irish-talkers/message

This week is a special show all about Ralph C Smedley and the history of Toastmasters. In this section we look at the life of Dr Smedley and the birth of Toastmasters. ____________________________________________ This is part 1 from Programme 26 of 2019/20 season - published on February 28th with Sharon O’Neill, introduced by Moira O'Brien. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com _______________________

Following on from last weeks segment on "Controlling those Nerves", Moira talks about what you should do in the five minutes before you go on stage to give your presentation, prompted by a video published by the 2001 World Champion of Public Speaking, Darren La Croix. ____________________________________________ This is part 4 from Programme 25 of 2019/20 season - published on February 24th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Tal

Following from this article in the Toastmaster Magazine for February, Paul discusses how volunteering can help keep older people mentally healthy. ____________________________________________ This is part 3 from Programme 25 of 2019/20 season - published on February 23rd with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com _______________________________________

Mel Robbins says it only takes 5 seconds to change your life. In this interview after her now famous TED talk that's been viewed millions of times, Robbins breaks down how simple and effective this simple system can be. ____________________________________________ This is part 2 from Programme 25 of 2019/20 season - published on February 22nd with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Wee

The introduction to this weeks series of shows including: Word of the Week; FLUID and Thought for the Week: Margaret Halsey:  "The crucial disadvantage of aggression, competitiveness, & scepticism as national characteristics is that these qualities cannot be turned off at 5 O'Clock" ____________________________________________ This is part 1 from Programme 25 of 2019/20 season - published on February 21st with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.co

A few tips from Moira for controlling your nerves before going on stage. ____________________________________________ This is part 4 from Programme 24 of 2019/20 season - published on February 17th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com ___________________________________________________________________________ The Talk Show for Talkers is publishe

Paul introduces the subject of Club Leadership, Education and Excellence. ____________________________________________ This is part 1 from Programme 24 of 2019/20 season - published on February 16th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com ___________________________________________________________________________ The Talk Show for Talkers is publish

A motivational speech from "Fearless Soul"  on YouTube Don't Allow Your Life To Be Controlled By These 5 Things ____________________________________________ This is part 2 from Programme 23 of 2019/20 season - published on February 15th Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com __________________________________________________________________________

The introduction to this week's series of shows including: Word of the Week: BLACKGUARD or BLAGGARD Thought for the week: Marianne Williamson - "As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberated others" ____________________________________________ This is part 1 from Programme 24 of 2019/20 season - published on February 14th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Spe

Moira discusses the subject of mentoring for new members - from their appointment to what the mentor should cover, and ongoing mentoring. ____________________________________________ This is part 4 from Programme 23 of 2019/20 season - published on February 10th Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com _____________________________________________________

Paul O'Mahony discusses the role of the Area Council, its purpose, members and elections. ____________________________________________ This is part 3 from Programme 23 of 2019/20 season - published on February 9th Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.com ___________________________________________________________________________ The Talk Show for Talkers

Grant March, originally from South Africa but resident in Ireland for a couple of decades, has been a Toastmaster for quite a few years in a number of different clubs but now settled in West Cork Toastmasters, a vibrant club that meets every Saturday morning in the Celtic Ross Hotel in Rosscarbery, West Cork. ____________________________________________ This is part 2 from Programme 23 of 2019/20 season - published on February 8th Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.iri

The introduction to this week's show including: Word of the Week: QUINTESSENTIAL and Thought for the Week - Jim Rohn: Be strong, but not rude; Be kind, but not weak; Be bold, but not bully;" ____________________________________________ This is part 1 from Programme 23 of 2019/20 season - published on February 7th with Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien & Paul O’Mahony. The show is in four parts and usually has this format: (1) Introducing a “Thought for the Week” and a “Word of the Week” together with general conversation arising out of these two topics. Published at 4pm on Fridays. (2) Either an Interview, the recording of a speech or external media. Published at 4pm on Saturdays. (3) Discussion on a topic usually led by Paul. Published at 4pm on Sundays. (4) Discussion on a topic usually led by Moira. Published at 4pm on Mondays Contact us : email: info@irishtalkers.com Website: www.irishtalkers.com Facebook: The Talk Show for Talkers Magazine: "Public Speaking Weekly" on www.irishtalkers.