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🔥 What a way to kick off the #Inspire season with #ToastyTalks. 👏👏👏
We brought on two of our very best.
✨ A special milestone—this is Melissa Artavia Caravaca’s first solo episode as host!
Melissa’s questions guide the conversation toward clarity, purpose, and how to turn communication skills into real impact.
Featuring Sylvia Baffour (@sylviabaffour), international keynote speaker, executive coach, member of the National Speakers Association (@NSAspeaker), and author of I Dare You to Care, alongside Ty Nichols, DTM, leadership speaker, “The Habit Strategist,” and mentee of BJ Fogg, PhD [@bjfogg] (Tiny Habits).
💡 “Don’t focus on being a good speaker, focus on being a valuable speaker. Focus on the problem you solve.” — Ty Nichols
Are you competing—or thinking about competing soon?
🎧 Listen to this.
Are you building communication skills with the goal of turning them into something more?
At @Toastmasters, we come in at different speaking levels, from beginners to advanced speakers, but many turn these skills into a business.
🎧 Listen to this.
Want to get inspired?
🎧 This episode is for you.
And if you’re serious about taking it further—
💡 “The quicker you are with specificity, the easier your journey will be… This has to be about service and making an impact with what you do best.” — Sylvia Baffour
🎧 Listen now:
@ApplePodcasts: https://t.co/WKV3L50gH9
@Spotify: https://t.co/25H7xh53ey
Official Website: https://t.co/MKRtjycYsq
🌱 A special thanks to @buzzsprout for distributing our episodes to you, our listener!
#District36 #Toastmasters #Leadership #Communication #InspireSeason
![District36Toast's tweet photo. 🔥 What a way to kick off the #Inspire season with #ToastyTalks. 👏👏👏
We brought on two of our very best.
✨ A special milestone—this is Melissa Artavia Caravaca’s first solo episode as host!
Melissa’s questions guide the conversation toward clarity, purpose, and how to turn communication skills into real impact.
Featuring Sylvia Baffour (@sylviabaffour), international keynote speaker, executive coach, member of the National Speakers Association (@NSAspeaker), and author of I Dare You to Care, alongside Ty Nichols, DTM, leadership speaker, “The Habit Strategist,” and mentee of BJ Fogg, PhD [@bjfogg] (Tiny Habits).
💡 “Don’t focus on being a good speaker, focus on being a valuable speaker. Focus on the problem you solve.” — Ty Nichols
Are you competing—or thinking about competing soon?
🎧 Listen to this.
Are you building communication skills with the goal of turning them into something more?
At @Toastmasters, we come in at different speaking levels, from beginners to advanced speakers, but many turn these skills into a business.
🎧 Listen to this.
Want to get inspired?
🎧 This episode is for you.
And if you’re serious about taking it further—
💡 “The quicker you are with specificity, the easier your journey will be… This has to be about service and making an impact with what you do best.” — Sylvia Baffour
🎧 Listen now:
@ApplePodcasts: https://t.co/WKV3L50gH9
@Spotify: https://t.co/25H7xh53ey
Official Website: https://t.co/MKRtjycYsq
🌱 A special thanks to @buzzsprout for distributing our episodes to you, our listener!
#District36 #Toastmasters #Leadership #Communication #InspireSeason](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HG95IKKaUAAawaf.jpg)
🎙️✨ NEW Toasty Talks Episode — Mentorship ✨🎙️
What’s the difference between #coaching and #mentoring — and why does it matter for your growth in @Toastmasters?
In our newest #ToastyTalks episode, you’ll hear our hosts Latoya and Melissa in action — leading and growing in real time through the kind of guidance that makes this community special.
This episode also marks a meaningful moment:
It was Esohe’s final Toasty Talks session (for now) before beginning her Peace Corps journey in #Ghana. 🌍
🌟 Sandra Coles-Bell
A #Toastmaster for more than 30 years.
Past District 36 Governor (2008–2009), where she led over 3,000 members and nearly 200 clubs to #Distinguished recognition for the district’s 7th consecutive year!
District Director (2020–2021).
Executive Director of the National Black Sisters’ Conference.
A #communicator and #leader whose mentorship has shaped generations across our district and beyond, Sandra is currently mentoring our District 36's 2025-2026 Program Quality Director, Augusta Inniss, DTM!
🌟 Scott Meyer
Past #District36 Governor.
Longtime Toastmaster and trusted mentor to numerous District leaders over the years — including Division Directors beginning their leadership journey more than a decade ago.
Member of Toastmasters Speakeasy in Downtown DC, where he continues to mentor members consistently.
Most recent District role: Parliamentarian for the 2025 District Spring Council Meeting.
A steady and thoughtful guide behind many leadership journeys, Scott is currently mentoring our District 36's 2025-2026 Club Growth Director, Jill Vanderweit, DTM!
Together, they explore:
• Coaching vs. mentoring — what’s the difference?
• How intentional mentoring strengthens meetings and retention
• “Speaking truth with love” and building confidence
• One-on-one vs. group mentoring
• Practical habits any member can start using today
Toasty Talks itself is proof:
Mentorship accelerates growth.
Leadership develops in a community.
Greatness begins when we step outside our comfort zone.
🎧 Listen here:
🔗 https://t.co/MKRtjycYsq
@ApplePodcasts @Apple: https://t.co/jax1qzLCNZ
@spotifypodcasts @Spotify: https://t.co/ToriVlvkVU
As always, big thanks to @Buzzsprout! 🎙️🌱
#Podcast #Podcasts
🎙️ Listener love for #ToastyTalks!
We’re so grateful for the thoughtful feedback we've been receiving after our Welcome episode featuring Latoya Skeine and co-host Melissa Artavia Caravaca.
Here’s what one listener shared after tuning in:
“Superb content! I finally got to listen to your Toasty Talks debut—loved it. Latoya, your voice is so soothing, and Melissa creates such a great dynamic for listeners.”
— Jennifer, District 36
Jennifer also shared a few words to live by from the episode:
Latoya: “When people leave your space, they should leave inspired…they shouldn’t leave the same way they came.”
Melissa: “Speak up about your dreams…you never know when an opportunity is around the corner. Through your words, you can materialize your dreams.”
And more listener feedback:
“Great flow and a calm, engaging conversation. The chemistry between the speakers was seamless…overall an inspiring and enjoyable podcast.”
— Sunitha (listener)
✨ Even more exciting:
This welcome episode surpassed all previous episodes in its first week (compared with week-one performance for each episode).
Thank you for listening, sharing, and growing with us.
🎧 Haven’t heard it yet? Listen here:
https://t.co/MKRtjycYsq
CC: Dr. Esohe Irabor, Toasty Talks Co-Host
Maria-Pia Younger, D36 PRM
@Toastmasters
#ToastyTalks #Toastmasters #Communication #Podcast #District36
🚨 Surprise drop, @Toastmasters! 🚨 A special episode is LIVE 🎙️✨
Yes – we released a second episode this month because we couldn’t wait to share this one. 👀🎧
🌱 It’s the growth season – so what better way to live it than by growing together?
Toasty Talks welcomes Toastmasters Latoya Skeine 🇯🇲 and Melissa Artavia Caravaca 🇨🇷 in Episode 5.5 – Welcome!
🇨🇷“Hola, hola” + “Pura vida” from Melissa (Costa Rica)
🇯🇲 “Greetings” + “Wah gwaan?” from Latoya (Jamaica)
In this episode, we explore the synergy between Toastmasters growth and professional growth – how we practice in the club, then apply it in the “real world.”
True story: putting #Toastmasters feedback into action helped me improve – and a couple of weeks later, after completing a Moderating a Panel Discussion #Pathways project, I was asked to moderate a panel at work, which opened new opportunities.
Want to hear from Toasties currently working these Toastmasters Pathways paths?
✅ Presentation Mastery
✅ Persuasive Influence
✅ Effective Coaching
👀 Plus: a sneak peek at the upcoming co-host’s communication style, what changes are coming in future episodes, and a refreshing take on accents and communication.
Quiz time with Esohe: want to know who the upcoming co-host is—and how they did? 👀🎧 Tune in!
🎧 Listen now:
Home Page: https://t.co/MKRtjycYsq
@ApplePodcasts: https://t.co/BrhEoRf26b
@Spotify: https://t.co/qOHGPTRORK
🎉 Special thanks to @Buzzsprout for hosting us!
📣 Want to contribute to what’s next for #ToastyTalks?
We have only one final episode that hasn’t been scheduled yet.
Choose what YOUR podcast should broadcast. 🎙️✨
Fill out our quick survey here:
https://t.co/5LU9dLiWw9
#PuraVida #WahGwaan #CostaRica #Jamaica #Ghana #Nigeria #Podcasts #District36Toastmasters #WashingtonDC #Maryland #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #Coaching #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #Nurture #Grow #Inspire
Good morning, @Toastmasters! Are you all caught up with #ToastyTalks? 🎙️🍞
If not, here’s a quick breakout:
🎧@ApplePodcasts:
👉 Introductions - https://t.co/lI10SEXNxi
👉 Scorecards - https://t.co/Bf5EPenFzb
👉 R.I.S.E. - https://t.co/RoT64Jl6rj
🎙️ For more information:
https://t.co/MKRtjycYsq
Special thanks: @buzzsprout 🌱
Episode 4, the final episode of the Nurture season, will drop on 12/9! You will not want to miss it!
More to come! 😉🎙️✨
🎙️ #ToastyTalks: Third Episode Just Dropped!
🎞️ Video Courtesy: @instagram
@Toastmasters #Respect #Intrgrity #Service #Excellence #RISE #IRSE #Podcasts #Trio #PRM #Toastmasters
🎙️ Special Episode! ✨
#ToastyTalks Presents: R.I.S.E. – Featuring Four of the District 36 Dream Team Leaders!
Host Dr. Esohe Irabor sits down with four inspiring #leaders from #District36:
✨ Arvind Venugopal, District Director (DD)
✨ Augusta Inniss, Program Quality Director (PQD)
✨ Jill Vanderweit, Club Growth Director (CGD)
✨ Maria Pia Younger, Public Relations Manager (PRM)
Together, they share what the R.I.S.E. (or I.R.S.E.!) values mean to them, how “Nurture. Grow. Inspire.” became this year’s theme, and what leadership through empathy, teamwork, and service truly looks like.
💬 Highlights include:
• How speaking six languages helps Arvind lead with empathy.
• How Augusta’s background empowers members through Pathways.
• How Jill helps our community grow through mentorship and sustainable success.
• How Maria Pia connects empathy, management, and communication in PR.
Plus, find out what roles are needed this and next year – and why #YOU should join the District 36 #leadership team!
🎧 Listen now:
🌐 District 36: https://t.co/MKRtjydwhY
🍏 @ApplePodcasts: https://t.co/blj1FxDibo
🎵 @Spotify: https://t.co/jroXKnQxPX
Special thanks to @buzzsprout!
💭 We want your feedback!
Tell us what you thought of this episode – and what topics you’d love to hear next:
📝 https://t.co/KEh92kCRw6
#ToastyTalks #District36 #Toastmasters #Leadership #NurtureGrowInspire #RISEValues #PublicSpeaking #Empathy #Teamwork @Toastmasters #RISE #IRSE
🗣️🎙️: Dr. Esohe Irabor, #ToastyTalks co-founder and host, reports!
Did you know that she [see picture] has a name? You didn't??? Well, she does! Check out the #profile below to learn more about the #vivacious Tisha Toast! ⬇️
...................
#Name: Tisha Toast
#Birthday & Sign: August 17th, 2025 (#Leo)
#Ethnicity: Butter Bread
#Personality: Outgoing, Curious, & Melodramatic
#Languages Spoken: English (native) & Spanish (fluent)
#Hometown: Microsoft Paint
#Education: Canva (Boarding School) & ChatGPT (Acting School)
#Occupation: Mascot (& Actress)
Favorite #Podcast: Toasty Talks (https://t.co/vHgjxQgMX7)
Favorite #Newsletter: The Toasty Times
Favorite #TV Shows Whose Line Is It Anyway? & The Oprah Winfrey Show
Favorite #Song: La Negra Tiene Tumbao by Celia Cruz
#Hobbies: Robotics, Traveling, & People-Watching
#Likes: Yeast, Social Media, Trying New Things, Tanning, & Gossip (Guilty Pleasure)
#Dislikes: Birds (Especially pigeons), Luddites, Tardiness, Jam, Cold Weather, & “Silent Types”
🎙️#Transcribed #Voice #Note From Tisha (Sent to Toasty Talks producers at 5:17 AM): “Hiiiiiiiii!!!!!! I heard D36 is gonna do a profile on me so I just HAD to send this after my tanning #appointment so that you guys can really get a feel for who I am, so let’s see, what should I say that hasn’t already been said??? Welllll, obviously I’m a morning person, well, not like, a ‘person’ per se, but you know what I mean! Anyway, I #volunteered to be a mascot for @Toastmasters International because me and #Toastmasters have, like, everything in common: all of us like to talk—what else is there??? Hahaha I mean, I’m not saying that we’d all 100% get along, but because we all believe in effective #communication we can talk out any issues, right??? Anyway, I like Toastmasters because they’re so #eloquent and I wanna be like them and stop saying ‘like’ every five seconds, like—#OMG I did it again!!! Hahahaha! You know what, I feel like I’m just rambling, am I rambling??? Excuse me if I am, I haven’t even had my #tea yet, I’m a totally different person when I’ve had my tea, but look, I know this is a last minute request and everything but can you all pleeaassseee put this voice note in the profile??? I’m gonna feel #BURNED if you don’t, I swear, because, like, what??? You’re writing about ME after all!!!! How could you NOT—anyway—the point is, I really wanna to #connect with #everyone, you know??? I’m a #social butterfly—well, not really, but, you know what I mean, so--okay! NOW I’m done I swear, okay, byeeee!!!!!”
—End Of Transcript—
🎙️Toasty Talks releases its second episode tomorrow, October 14 — let us know how did you like it in your comments below! ⬇️
#TishaToast #TishaT #TT
![District36Toast's tweet photo. 🗣️🎙️: Dr. Esohe Irabor, #ToastyTalks co-founder and host, reports!
Did you know that she [see picture] has a name? You didn't??? Well, she does! Check out the #profile below to learn more about the #vivacious Tisha Toast! ⬇️
...................
#Name: Tisha Toast
#Birthday & Sign: August 17th, 2025 (#Leo)
#Ethnicity: Butter Bread
#Personality: Outgoing, Curious, & Melodramatic
#Languages Spoken: English (native) & Spanish (fluent)
#Hometown: Microsoft Paint
#Education: Canva (Boarding School) & ChatGPT (Acting School)
#Occupation: Mascot (& Actress)
Favorite #Podcast: Toasty Talks (https://t.co/vHgjxQgMX7)
Favorite #Newsletter: The Toasty Times
Favorite #TV Shows Whose Line Is It Anyway? & The Oprah Winfrey Show
Favorite #Song: La Negra Tiene Tumbao by Celia Cruz
#Hobbies: Robotics, Traveling, & People-Watching
#Likes: Yeast, Social Media, Trying New Things, Tanning, & Gossip (Guilty Pleasure)
#Dislikes: Birds (Especially pigeons), Luddites, Tardiness, Jam, Cold Weather, & “Silent Types”
🎙️#Transcribed #Voice #Note From Tisha (Sent to Toasty Talks producers at 5:17 AM): “Hiiiiiiiii!!!!!! I heard D36 is gonna do a profile on me so I just HAD to send this after my tanning #appointment so that you guys can really get a feel for who I am, so let’s see, what should I say that hasn’t already been said??? Welllll, obviously I’m a morning person, well, not like, a ‘person’ per se, but you know what I mean! Anyway, I #volunteered to be a mascot for @Toastmasters International because me and #Toastmasters have, like, everything in common: all of us like to talk—what else is there??? Hahaha I mean, I’m not saying that we’d all 100% get along, but because we all believe in effective #communication we can talk out any issues, right??? Anyway, I like Toastmasters because they’re so #eloquent and I wanna be like them and stop saying ‘like’ every five seconds, like—#OMG I did it again!!! Hahahaha! You know what, I feel like I’m just rambling, am I rambling??? Excuse me if I am, I haven’t even had my #tea yet, I’m a totally different person when I’ve had my tea, but look, I know this is a last minute request and everything but can you all pleeaassseee put this voice note in the profile??? I’m gonna feel #BURNED if you don’t, I swear, because, like, what??? You’re writing about ME after all!!!! How could you NOT—anyway—the point is, I really wanna to #connect with #everyone, you know??? I’m a #social butterfly—well, not really, but, you know what I mean, so--okay! NOW I’m done I swear, okay, byeeee!!!!!”
—End Of Transcript—
🎙️Toasty Talks releases its second episode tomorrow, October 14 — let us know how did you like it in your comments below! ⬇️
#TishaToast #TishaT #TT](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G3KGVAXWcAADI9Q.jpg)
🎙️ Toasty Talks is growing — thanks to YOU! 🫵😉
Our first episode reached an incredible audience in almost every corner of the world — someone, please tag #Oceania so we can make it official! 🌏
💡 These numbers were achieved solely through social media and word of mouth. Thank you to everyone who listened, shared, and supported this launch across District 36 and beyond.
📩 An email update has just been sent to our District members, inviting them to listen to Toasty Talks. We look forward to hearing your thoughts — give us your feedback, we’re listening.
Next Episode… 🎧
Have you ever started a club, program, or project from scratch and wondered, 'How do we make this thrive?'
Join Esohe Irabor, PhD and Professor Barry Piatt, Professor of Public Speaking at George Washington University (@GWtweets), as they discuss Scorecards — how leaders ensure goals are met, results achieved, and teamwork recognized.
▶️ Watch our video recap:
https://t.co/m6dNjXJMim
#ToastyTalks #Toastmasters #District36 #Leadership #Communication #PublicSpeaking #Teamwork #GWU @Toastmasters
CC: Maria-Pia Younger, D36 PRM
🥂🎉🎈WELL DONE District 36!!!! A Must Listen for all communicators, public speakers, creatives, and leaders with a growth mindset! #podcastrecommendation #podcast #podnation #ToastmastersOnline #ToastyTalks #mentoring #coaching #personaldevelopment
🗣️🎙️ The word is out! Toasty Talks is live!
Listen now!
🍏 @ApplePodcasts: https://t.co/lI10SEXNxi
🎧 @Spotify: https://t.co/7HV72FB89Q
🌐 All major platforms: https://t.co/ODwRAMFxrh
A big thanks to @buzzsprout for powering distribution, our fabulous host Dr. Esohe Irabor 🙌, and the #District36 PR team for leading this initiative. 💡
We’ll be back Oct 14—who will we host next? Find out inside 😉👇
With 138* clubs and 2,300+ members, District 36 @Toastmasters is a dynamic hub of learning, leadership and communication. From our theme Nurture. Grow. Inspire. to glimpses of what’s ahead, this episode sets the tone for an exciting journey.
#ToastyTalks #Leadership #Communication #Podcasts
🔥💥 #SAVETHEDATE 👏🏿🎉 #ToastyTalks will inspire, elevate, and support your personal and Toastmasters leadership development. #podcast #podnation #mentoring #Toastmasters
🔥🎙️ The wait is over… we’ve been cooking up something exciting! 🍞☀️
Introducing #ToastyTalks with Dr. Esohe Irabor✨
A #D36 @Toastmasters podcast on leadership + communication.
🔹 Pathways (curriculum)
🔹 DCP (scorecards)
🔹 RISE: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence🌟
🔥🎙️ The wait is over… we’ve been cooking up something exciting! 🍞☀️
Introducing #ToastyTalks with Dr. Esohe Irabor✨
A #D36 @Toastmasters podcast on leadership + communication.
🔹 Pathways (curriculum)
🔹 DCP (scorecards)
🔹 RISE: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence🌟
📅 Launching Sept 9 — stay tuned!
#ToastyTalks #PodcastLaunch #Leadership
🔬Meet the Host
Dr. Esohe Irabor is a Nigerian-American public health professional, @HowardU #PhD and APHL-CDC Fellow. She brings science, leadership and teaching into the @Toastmasters world. 🌍
🔥🎙️ The wait is over… we’ve been cooking up something exciting! 🍞☀️
Introducing #ToastyTalks with Dr. Esohe Irabor✨
A #D36 @Toastmasters podcast on leadership + communication.
🔹 Pathways (curriculum)
🔹 DCP (scorecards)
🔹 RISE: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence🌟
Calling all Arena warriors! @ToastyVIP wants to know: What’s your ultimate game plan for crushing it this week? Let’s hear it!
#ToastyTalks
Happy birthday to #Stow first-team coach @TomToastyParke who turns 37 today. We hope you enjoy your day!
#SetItUp #ToastyTalks
Have you listened to the new Episode of #toastytalks yet? Find it on @itunes here! don't forget to #share! #funny! https://t.co/GSQcB09pec
About to record an episode of #toastytalks #podcast #recording #comedy #improv #funny #skit… https://t.co/NmjRIWWvmx
I think I'm just overwhelmed really #toastytalks
Great to hear the face of @PBS2008 & @DESASoccer will be talking on the radio tomorrow morn about footy schemes. Earmuffs on as #toastytalks
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