The Speaking and Storytelling Podcast: for Christ-led Entrepreneurs + Leaders

Do you want to keep your audience captivated from the very first word to the last? 

In this episode, I’m sharing five simple yet powerful ways to engage your audience so your talks are memorable, impactful, and never boring from start to finish.

You’ll learn how to: 

• speak with passion, 
• exude confidence, 
• use variety in your voice, 
• tell relatable stories, and 
• interact with your audience in ways that make your ta...

Do you feel called to share your story, write a book, or speak to inspire others—but struggle with resistance, fear, or not knowing where to start?

In this episode, Claire Dwyer—author, speaker, and coach—joins us to talk about creativity, calling, and the courage it takes to say yes to using your voice and words for God’s work.

Claire shares her journey of stepping into her creative calling and the lessons she’s...

When the world feels heavy and chaotic, how do you decide whether to speak up or stay quiet as a Christian leader, business owner, or influencer?

As leaders, entrepreneurs, and Christians, many of us want to show up well when the world feels like it’s falling apart—but we don’t always know how.

In this episode, we’ll talk about finding your voice—and your role—in times of crisis without adding to the noise.
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Do you talk too fast, share too much, or find yourself going in circles when you speak? 

In this episode, we uncover the real reason behind these habits and how to break free so you can speak with clarity, confidence, and authority.

You’ll discover the surprising root cause of speaking too fast, too much, or in circles - and why it has less to do with technique and more to do with your sense of worth. 

We...

Want to land more speaking opportunities and make the most of every stage you step onto? 

In this episode, I’ll show you how to leverage each speaking engagement to book even more gigs—and why the best way to get hired as a speaker is to actually speak.

I’m sharing the key strategy that has helped my clients grow their visibility, captivate audiences, and turn one speaking opportunity into many: becoming the kind of grounded, confide...

Do you find yourself wishing you could feel calm, clear, and confident every single time you speak? You’re not alone.

So many speakers prepare their notes but skip preparing their body, voice, and mindset.

If you want to walk on stage with confidence, captivate your audience, and deliver your talk without nerves taking over, this episode is for you.

In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through a five-minut...

Have you ever given a talk full of valuable information, only to feel like it didn’t quite land with your audience? 

In this week’s episode of the Speaking and Storytelling Podcast, I am showing you how to use stories to capture attention and create connection.

You’ll learn:

• my simple four-step process to find your stories, 
• how to choose the most impactful ones, and 
• how to weave them into your talks using the tell-show-teach metho...

Do you ever feel completely tapped out and stuck when it comes to creating fresh, new content, especially in such a saturated market? 

Are you constantly spinning your wheels with what to say, what to speak about, or what to post?

Today, I'm going to walk you through some simple ways to discern what you should say to your audience. 

This can be applied to your podcast, your YouTube episodes, writing a piece of...

What does it mean to let go of perfectionism, embrace playfulness, and break free from the fear of messing up on stage? 

This episode is an invitation to rethink what authentic, bold speaking really looks like - especially for Christ-led speakers and leaders. 

We explore how over-preparing and rigidity can rob us of both joy and presence, not only in our talks but in everyday life. 

You'll discover the secret ...

Do you love the idea of “finding your voice” but aren’t sure what that means or where to start?

Are you an impact-driven leader or entrepreneur who understands the importance of speaking with clarity and conviction?

Or maybe you are a seasoned speaker or presenter who suffers from vocal fatigue or strain.

If you answered yes to any of those three questions, then this episode is for you. I am breaking it...

Do you have a disordered attachment to praise, perfection, and productivity? 

Is your mental clutter holding you back from speaking the way God wants you to?

Do you desire to speak with clarity because you are concerned about souls, and not about your own personal glory and praise?

Today, I am joined by Kylie Hein to hear her journey from striving high achiever to helping Catholic women find true rest and clarity through mindset coach...

Have you ever had these thoughts or said these phrases to yourself - "I cringe at the sound of my voice" ... "I don't wanna bore people or sound like a broken record" ... or "I'm timid, but I feel like God is calling me to share my story."

Today, I want to invite you to cozy up for a heart-to-heart conversation about the shame and fears we often carry around our voices.

Whe...

Ready to level up your speaking skills? If you want to get started with speaking, or maybe you're a seasoned speaker who wants to uplevel her skills, what I'm sharing today is going to completely change the way you have been thinking about speaking.

In this episode, I uncover the five most common speaking mistakes that can sabotage your presence and authority, plus how to fix them. 

From grounding your body to using your vo...

Are you tired of following every social media trend? 

Do you want to share your impactful message but are tired of relying entirely on social media to grow your business? 

Do you have a desire to start a podcast, but don't know where to start?

In today's episode, I sit down with Joann Gillis from Chosen VA Solutions to talk all things podcasting. Including how it can be the key to growing your business sustainability. 

Joann ...

Ever drawn a blank in the middle of an interview whether youre the host or guest?

Wish you could speak as clearly and confidently without your notes as you do with them?

Tune in to today's episode where I'm sharing some ways you can start to feel more confident when communicating your ideas without your notes. 

If you struggle to speak without your memorized script and still sound eloquent, this is the episode for you!

Now I&...

Do you wish you could tell stories that have the power to transform your audience AND your bank account?

In today's episode, Emanuela share's 4 tips that will help you attract, connect with, and convert your audience with storytelling. Whether you're an entrepreneur, speaker, or leader, this episode illuminates simple yet effective techniques anyone can infuse into their storytelling that are a sure to drive more conv...

Are you ready to jump into everything AI?

Or, are you hesitant to jump on the bandwagon?

Maybe you're curious to know how AI can help you improve your speaking skills and explode your business?

Tune in to today's episode for my REAL TALK take on AI and why this IS the time for you to explode your speaking business and become the speaker God has called you to be. 

👉🏻If you resonated with this episode and want even more heart...

Want to know how to 10x your impact in business without doing all the things?

Feel like you're constantly overwhelmed and desperate for a way to work smarter, not harder?

Wish there was a way to achieve all your goals while still enjoying your life?

In today's inspiring episode, I have the honour of chatting with Stephanie Donahue; a CEO Growth Partner, High Performance Coach, and Business Strategist who helps faith-driven e...

How can you build that trust when you speak? 

The kind of trust that moves your audience to engage with you, to take action, and to (hopefully) buy from you?

What can you include in your talk so that your audience trusts that you can give them the results they're looking for?

Tune in to today's episode and learn my 5 little-known hacks for speakers that will instantly build trust with your audience. The kind of trust that mo...