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The art of public speaking with authentic and meaningful storytelling can change and even save a life. Learn how to get up on a big stage and share your important message through the lens of award winning director, Tricia Brouk. She shares her personal experience of being on big stages all over the world and interviews people who talk for a living and gets them to reveal their secrets on how to become a successful public speaker and have lasting legacy. Tricia has put thousands of speakers onto countless big stages. Guests of The Big Talk have included Stedman Graham, John Lee Dumas, Hap Klopp, Darieth Chisolm and Farnoosh Torabi among others.
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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 More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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" More from Jackie Graves 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 More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Tricia Publish your book with The Big Talk Press Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Maria 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/ More from Tricia Publish your book with The Big Talk Press Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Linda Lorelle Substack: https://lindalorelle.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-lorelle More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Kristin Thomas Website: http://marblecollective.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinthomas_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-thomas-1092a01b More from Tricia Get your copy of my latest book, Being Smart is Stupid Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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) More from Tricia Grab your copy of my new book, Being Smart Is Stupid Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Natalie Tincher Instagram: @natalie_tincher Website: https://www.bu.style/ More from Tricia Go from idea to stage-ready with me inside The Big Talk Academy Mastery Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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. More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Beth Norcross 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 More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Lee Powers 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/ More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Tricia Book a call with me to explore working together Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Adolfo Gomez Sanchez Website: https://www.gomezsanchezofficial.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ags1101/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adolfogomezsanchez/ More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Mike Shereck LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeshereck/ More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor 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 More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Dr. Lía Roth Her big talk , given at The Triad in NYC Website: https://drliaroth.com/speakup Listen to her podcast Read her book, Get In or Get Out, But Don't Stay in the Freakn' Middle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrLRoth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drliaroth Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlroth Substack: https://substack.com/@drliaroth More from Tricia Get your copy of my latest book, Being Smart is Stupid Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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 More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
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