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The Power of Play, Wonder, and Curiosity with Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor

In this episode, I'm joined by my dear friend and an alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery, Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor.   Dr. Diane is a speaker, educator, and podcast

Why Great Coaches Understand The Discipline of Staying Detached

In this episode, I'm sharing one of the most underrated skills in coaching, directing, and leadership — and it's probably not what you think. It's not a strategy, techn

How to Use AI to Amplify Your Thought Leadership with Jason van Orden

Today, I'm so excited to welcome back my friend and thought leader, Jason van Orden.    You may remember Jason from Episode 461 that aired in September of 2022, where

Unedited: A Conversation with the Authors

In this special episode, I had the honor of sitting down with the authors of Unedited: Women's Stories of Truth, Identity, and Transformation That Shape Leadership — a po

Unlocking Your Creative Intelligence with Rhona McBain

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 framew

Ten Years of The Big Talk: And The Importance of Keeping Your Word

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.

Your Voice Is Medicine: Reclaiming Your Voice After Trauma with Jackie Graves

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.  

Why Listening Is As Important as Speaking

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

How to Lead with Integrity in a Polarized World with Maria DeLorenzis

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 an

The Hidden Cost of Living on Autopilot (and How to Show Up Fully)

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

Defending Our Democracy One Conversation at a Time with Linda Lorelle

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-winn

Treating Your Speaking Like a Business: Why It Matters and How to Do It

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 wha

Amplifying the Impact of Women Leaders with Kristin Thomas

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

How Doubt Can Undermine Business Relationships: And Why Effective Communication is Essential

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

How to Dress Confidently On Stage and Off with Natalie Tincher

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 corpo

Mastering the Skill of Difficult Conversations with Love

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

Do We Really Love Nature? With Beth Norcross (The Big Talk Academy)

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 buildin

Transforming Healthcare Through Advocacy with Lee Powers

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 t

The Magic of Live Mentorship: Elevate Your Speaking Beyond AI

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,

Redefining Failure with Adolfo Gomez Sanchez (The Big Talk Academy)

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 perform