From Toastmasters in Cork Ireland, "The Talk Show for Talkers" is hosted by Ted Mellamphy, Moira O'Brien, Paul O'Mahony & Guests. All about Communications & Leadership - the Toastmasters International Way."
Our interview guest this week is Dan Deighton, a member of Sheffield Speakers Toastmasters and Division N Director in District 71..This episode is published on 21st February 2026 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited by Paul O'Mahony & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul talks about cross cultural communication, the word of the week is OKEY-DOKEY and Shirley discusses different styles of podcast episodes.This episode is published on 14th February 2026 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is Kalpana Ramesh, immediate past president of Cambridge Confident Communicators, and a member of Chelmsford City Communicators and Chelmsford Speakers Club, Area Director for D71 Division H Area 1, Division Director candidate for next year and currently District Contest Chair.This episode is published on 7th February 2026 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited by Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien, produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, Paul discusses becoming a district leader in Toastmasters, the word of the week is BENIGN, and Shirley asks what the purpose is of speech contests.This episode is published on 31st January 2026 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is Daniel Arda, a member of Chelmsford City Communicators.This episode is published on 24th January 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, Paul muses on an article by International President Aletta Rochat DTM, entitled “Expanding Your Capacity”, which he calls “Progress Beats Paralysis”, the word of the week is ALIGN, and Shirley talks about good evaluations.This episode is published on 17th January 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher DTM & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is Aletta Rochat, International President for 2025/26, recorded when Aletta was Region 10 Adviser.This episode is published on 10th January 2026 with Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul gives his predictions for 2026, the word of the week is BLISTERING and Shirley discusses the enhancements to Pathways and the implications for the Distinguished Club Programme.This episode is published on 3rd January 2026 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul wonders if the year end should be changed, the word of the week is APPLAUD and Shirley discusses speech styles.This episode is published on 20th December 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher DTM & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is Andrew Graner, Area Director of Area 22, District 91 and a member of:Melting Pot ToastmastersRed Dragon Toastmasters (VPM, IT Support)Global Online Toastmasters (President)Shilling Speakers (VPM)This episode is published on 13th December 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, Paul discusses how we judge contests, the word of the week is SMASHING and Moira talks about creating memorable speeches.This episode is published on 6th December 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is David McCrae, a member of Haymarket Toastmasters and VP PR of Edinburgh Advanced Toastmasters.This episode is published on 29th Novenber 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited by Paul O'Mahony & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, Paul talks about the Online Speech Contest, the word of the week is DISCOMBOBULATE, and Shirley discusses speech structure.This episode is published on 22nd November 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is Marina Murray, a member of Greystones Toastmasters and a former District 71 PR Manager.This episode is published on 15th November 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited by Paul O'Mahony & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, the word of the week is ENHANCE and the rest of the show is devoted to discussion on the new enhancements to the Pathways Programme.This episode is published on 8th November 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us: email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, Paul talks about engaging humour following the article by the International President in the Toastmaster Magazine, the word of the week is ENGAGING and Shirley discusses using humour in speeches.This episode is published on 1st November 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
In this week's episode Paul talks about engaging humour following the article by the International President in the Toastmaster Magazine, the word of the week is ENGAGING and Shirley discusses using humour in speeches.This episode is published on 1st November 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
We are repeating the interview we did in April this year with Greg of gadgetgreg.com and the Toastmaster Official Podcast.This episode is published on 25th October 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, Paul discusses regrowing club members, the word of the week is FORENSIC, and Shirley discusses the club committee.This episode is published on 18th October 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Mairead Dillon, District Director for District 71 (UK and Ireland), and a member of U.S.S. Emerald Isle Toastmasters.Apologies for the late upload, as you will hear on the podcast, it has been a very busy time.This episode is published on 11th October 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, edited by Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien, produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is xxxThis episode is published on 11th October 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guest this week is Mark Reynolds, a member of More than Words Toastmasters Club.This episode is published on 4th October 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode, Paul discusses the Moments of Truth programme, the word of the week is CAUSTIC and Shirley talks about what to expect at a meeting - an idiot's guide for new members.This episode is published on 27th September 2025 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Tom Flynn, president of The West's Awake Advanced Toastmasters Club, former past president of Westport Toastmasters and a member of Emerald Isle Toastmasters,This episode is published on 20th September 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Moira talks about asking a question, the word of the week is TASNMOGRIFY and Shirley discusses how to find your voice.This episode is published on 13th September 2025 with Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Finbarr O'Sullivan, President of Warwick Speakers and Leaders and a member of Spa Speakers.This episode is published on 6th September 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited by Paul O'Mahony & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul From speaker to Trainer, the word of the week is INCANDESCENT and Shirley talks through the TMI Website.This episode is published on 30th August 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Dr Shirley Gallagher, edited by Paul O'Mahony & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Donagh McKeownThis episode is published on 23rd August 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul discusses the innovation in Club Officer training in District 71, the word of the week is ELITE and Shirley talks about the Podcast training she received recently.This episode is published on 16th August 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Lynn Gilbert, a member of Blarney Toastmasters Club.This episode is published on 9th August 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited by Paul O'Mahony & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul talks about The Toastmaster magazine, the word of the week is THUNK and Shirley discusses creating a successful club..This episode is published on 2nd August 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Christina Hessian, 2025/26 Poet in Residence at District 71 Toastmasters.This episode is published on 27th July 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul talks about clubs that close for the summer, the word of the week is FLUBBED and Shirley discusses Easyspeak.This episode is published on 19th July 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
In the final podcast in our Speechcraft Guides and Speechcrafters series, this week Shirley is talking with the organisers of this Speechcraft series Paschal Leary - Treasurer Guardian Club, & Finbarr Harty - Talking Heads.This episode is published on 12 July 2025 with Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Instead of our usual magazine podcast we are bringing you a conversation with the second placed winner of the District 71 International Speech Contest 2025, Prince Acquah, recorded at the District Coneference in Solihull in May.This episode is published on 5th July 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
Our interview guests this week are Speechcrafter Rohit Vikas and Denis McDonald his coach from Talking Heads, plus Linda Crofton who was the guide to Kodai whom we interviewed 2 weeks ago.This episode is published on 28th June 2025 with Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul talks about the Club Success Plan, the word of the week is ENDEARING and Shirley discusses keeping the commitment.This episode is published on 21st June 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Dr Shirley Gallagher, edited by Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Broien DTM & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Continuing our interviews with Speechcraft Guides and Speechcrafters, this week Shirley is talking with Kodai Chimura, a Speechcrafter and now a member of Guardian Toastmasters.This episode is published on 14th June 2025 with Dr Shirley Gallagher& Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul looks at clubs preparing for the international convention, the word of the week is UNTOWARD and Shirley discusses club committee roles.This episode is published on 7th June 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Dr Shirley Gallagher, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Kevin Walsh, a member of Bishopstown Toastmasters and Area Director for Area 49 in District 71.This episode is published on 31st May 2025 with Shirley Glallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Shirley, continuing on the subject of theClub Excellence series, talks about Mentoring, the word of the week is COMMUNICATINON and Moira discusses speech beginnings and endings.This episode is published on 24th May 2025 with Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Continuing our interviews with Speechcraft Guides and Speechcrafters this week Shirley is talking with Jennifer Elvique, a member of International Orators and guide to Lia Geary. This episode is published on 17th May 2025 with Dr Shirley Gallagher& Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Shirley discusses the Sucessful Club Series with emphasis on finding new members, the word of the week is MANIFEST and Moira talks about the use of AI in Toastmasters,.This episode is published on 10th May 2025 with Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guests this week are Shirley Gallagher as a Speechcraft Guide and Sabrina Kelleher as a Speechrafter.This episode is published on 3rd May 2025 with Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul about the selection of the club committee, the word of the week is LIABLE and Shirely discusses a rumour.This episode is published on xxx 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Greg Gazin, host of the Toastmaster Podcast as well as the Toastcaster podcast, a member of Go Pro Speakers and owner of the gadgetgreg.com website.This episode is published on 19th April 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul celebrates a birthday, the word of the week is FLOURISH and Shirley talks about building clubs.This episode is published on 12th April 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Tanya Barad, Sergeant at Arms at Birmingham New Street Speakers.This episode is published on 5th April 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Paul talks about General Evaluation, the word of the week is GALAVANTING and Shirley discusses building a sustainable club.This episode is published on 29th March 2025 with Paul O'Mahony, Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
Our interview guest this week is Alex McCarney, a member of Beyond Words Toastmasters.This episode is published on 22nd March 2025 with Paul O'Mahony & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited by Pul O'Mahony & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us :email: info@irishtalkers.comWebsite: www.irishtalkers.comDistrict 71 Website: d71toastmasters.orgDistrict 91 Website: d91toastmasters.org.ukToastmasters International: toastmasters.org
In this week's episode Moira discusses the word “you”, the word of the week is CONFUSION and Shirley talks about lifelong learning.This episode is published on 15th March 2025 with Dr Shirley Gallagher & Moira O'Brien DTM, edited & produced by Moira O'Brien.Contact us:Website: www.irishtalkers.comFacebook: The Talk Show for Talkers
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