The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk

This episode came from a question I recently posted in our private Facebook group for speakers of The Big Talk, asking them what they would like me to share in upcoming solo podcasts. I received so many thoughtful questions that I'm excited to cover in the coming weeks! This particular request was from Jenny Lincoln, who is a community member, an alum of The Big Talk Academy, a former participant in The Big Talk Live, and a super amazing 1:1 client. She asked me to talk about the greatest moments in my life and career and how I embodied them further. She also asked about my toughest challenges and how I learned from them. So today, I'm talking about both! In this episode, I explore: The five most pivotal moments in my journey, including what it was like moving to New York City at 20 to pursue dance The reason my greatest moments and toughest challenges, both personally and professionally, are all linked How I embodied success and said 'yes' to opportunities Why I practice radical self-forgiveness and the way you can do the same More from Tricia Elevate your impact with The Speaker Salon Video Series 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 to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by a powerful and captivating speaker, AnnMarie Flynn, Ph.D. Dr. AnnMarie Flynn spent 25 years as a leader in engineering higher education, where she honed her skills as a DEI professional. She also split her time as a business partner in three award-winning restaurants in NYC. Her focus and passion is expanding inclusive cultures in corporate America. I'm so honored to feature her amazing talk, "Inclusion is not what you think." In her big talk, she explores: Her experience as a university professor building a culture of happiness and inclusivity The distinct differences between diversity, equity, and inclusion, and why these differences matter Why inclusion can exist without diversity, but diversity cannot exist without inclusion Actionable strategies to cultivate a truly inclusive atmosphere and what will happen as a result More from AnnMarie Flynn, PhD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annmarie-flynn-phd/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_dei More from Tricia Apply to publish your book with The Big Talk Press 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

This week, I am joined by an incredible speaker and friend, Kristina DiPalo. Kristina took the stage at my Speaker's Salon Showcase last year, and it was such an honor mentoring her on her journey. You can go back and listen to her big talk from the Showcase in Episode 555. Kristina is recognized as a gifted leadership coach, public speaker, strategic communicator, and leadership brand professional. Leveraging her skills in narrative and dynamic storytelling, she brings her clients insights and tools to reframe their thinking around what is possible, how to achieve it, and how to articulate their truth in compelling ways. In this episode, we'll explore: How her curiosity about life's big questions from a young age shaped her desire to find her voice and share her ideas with others The courage she showed by stepping into her role as a speaker, knowing it would upset some of the people in her life Her process for developing, memorizing, and delivering her signature talk Why being part of a supportive speaker community was key for her Kristina's current favorites: Books: The Last Temptation of Christ and Love in the Time of Cholera, Speaker: Spalding Gray, and Podcast: On with Kara Swisher More from Kristina DiPalo Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 555 Website: https://kristinadipalo.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinadipalo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinadipalo/ More from Tricia Join my Free Transformational Masterclass for Speakers 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

For today's conversation, I am joined by the amazing and brilliant Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor! Dr. Jill is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996, she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain, causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list. Dr. Jill is a dynamic teacher and speaker who loves educating people about the beauty of the human brain. She focuses on how we can activate the power of our neuroplasticity to not only recover from neurological trauma but also to live a more flexible, resilient, and satisfying life. In 2008, her TED Talk went viral. That same year, she was chosen as one of Time magazine's "100 Most Influential People in the World" and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey's "Soul Series" webcast. Her new book, Whole Brain Living – the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life, is a #1 release on Amazon in categories ranging from Neuroscience to Nervous System Diseases and Stroke. Dr. Jill also happens to be my personal Diva on Whole Brain Living! And I'm super excited to bring you our conversation today. In this episode, we'll explore: What happened when her TED Talk was the first one to ever go viral The four characters that correspond to specific parts of your brain How understanding and utilizing all four of these characters can lead to a balanced, conscious, and harmonious life Why embracing Whole Brain Living could bring about a significant positive shift in human consciousness and societal norms More from Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor Website: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/ Her books, Whole Brain Living and My Stroke of Insight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJillBolteTaylor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjillboltetaylor More from Tricia Elevate your impact with The Speaker Salon Video Series 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 to once again take you behind the scenes of The Art of The Big Talk, my live virtual masterclass. During these two days, I support hundreds of speakers who dream of taking big stages and having global impact. This masterclass gives them step-by-step support to take action on that dream. One thing that happens during this masterclass is 1:1 hot seat coaching with me, and that's what you'll be hearing in this episode. In these hot seats, we explore: How to visualize and attract what you desire The importance of being specific in what you are talking about Changing your life and sharing your powerful message at any age Unpacking your story and connecting it to your big idea More from Tricia Apply to publish your book with The Big Talk Press 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

This week, I am joined by the incredible Brooke Siem. I had the honor of mentoring and supporting Brooke when she took my stage at the Speaker's Salon Showcase. And it was a privilege to witness the powerful and deeply personal big talk she shared. You can go back and listen to it in Episode 561. In addition to being a transformational speaker, Brooke is a chef, advocate, and writer whose work on antidepressant withdrawal has appeared in The Washington Post, New York Post, Psychology Today, and more. Her memoir, MAY CAUSE SIDE EFFECTS, is the first book on antidepressant withdrawal to hit the mass market. Brooke is a Food Network "Chopped" Champion, founder of the newsletter Happiness Is A Skill, and creator of the F*ckit Bucket™. I'm super excited for you to hear from her today! In this episode, we'll explore: Brooke's "Yes Quest," a project where she committed to saying yes to every yes-or-no question for 50 days The experience of sharing her story on big stages The importance of trusting the process when preparing to give your talk Brooke's current favorites: Book: Cat's Cradle, Speaker: Kurt Vonnegut, and Podcast: The Art of Being Well with Dr. Will Cole and Tim Ferriss More from Brooke Siem Her first appearance on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 561 Websites: https://www.brookesiem.com/ and https://www.chefbrookesiem.com/ Her book, MAY CAUSE SIDE EFFECTS Instagram: @brookesiem Substack: @brookesiem More from Tricia Join my Free Transformational Masterclass for Speakers 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'm talking about the amazing TV show Ted Lasso and discussing the profound themes of impermanence and belief that resonate throughout the series. As an avid fan who's watched the entire series twice, I'm super excited to share my thoughts on the intentional storytelling of this show. I explore Ted's coaching philosophy of being a goldfish, the enduring power of belief, and how embracing impermanence can be a transformative force in your life. Spoiler Alert: If you haven't seen this series yet, I suggest watching it before you tune in! In this episode, we'll explore: How the TV series Ted Lasso relates to the Buddhist philosophy of impermanence The significance of Ted's coaching philosophy and his "be a goldfish" mentality Why believing in yourself leads to success and the ability to be, do, or have anything you desire What you can learn from the character arcs of Ted, Rebecca, Roy, and Keeley More from Tricia Elevate your impact with The Speaker Salon Video Series 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 to share a big talk from my 2023 Speaker Salon Showcase. This talk was given by an amazing speaker, chef, author, and my dear friend, Angelique Santana. In addition to being an extraordinary speaker, Angelique is a speaking coach inside my signature program, The Big Talk Academy, where she provides incredible support and mentorship to our speakers. I'm so honored to feature her deeply personal talk, "The Paralyzing Power of Perfection." In it, she explores the detrimental impact of pursuing perfection and the importance of self-discovery as you embrace love, trust, and honesty. In her talk, she explores: Why she became a perfectionist at a young age How loss contributed to her need to be perfect all of the time Her journey of self-discovery and the realization that progress is more fulfilling than perfection The way to find true freedom in your life and how to release unnecessary rules and restrictions you've placed on yourself More from Angelique Santana Her previous appearances on The Big Talk podcast in Episode 407 and Episode 325 Her amazing cookbook, Food is Love Website: https://www.eatwithangelique.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatwithangelique Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatwithangelique/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angeliquesantana/ More from Tricia Apply to publish your book with The Big Talk Press 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

This week, I am super excited to be in conversation with the amazing Tanya Dalton. I had the honor of working with Tanya on her Oxford Talk, and I know you're going to love hearing from her today. Tanya Dalton is a best-selling author, top female motivational speaker, and nationally recognized productivity expert. She helps executives and entrepreneurs step into purposeful leadership. Tanya's books have been translated into 8 languages around the world. Her first book, The Joy of Missing Out, was named a Top 10 Business Book of the Year by Fortune Magazine. Her podcast, The Intentional Advantage, has received millions of downloads from listeners around the world. Tanya is considered a thought leader in purposeful productivity and leadership by some of the world's leading publications, including Forbes, Inc., Fast Company, and Real Simple. She is also the founder of inkWELL Press Productivity Co. — a multi-million dollar company providing tools that help people do less while achieving maximum success. In this episode, we'll explore: Why speaking is the perfect intersection of her two passions — entertainment and education The importance of getting to know your audience and how to serve your audience from the stage How she approaches speaking as a business and why you should, too Her current favorites: Book: The Midnight Library, Speaker: Mel Robbins, and Podcast: Becoming Wealthy More from Tanya Dalton Website: tanyadalton.com Her Free Gift: The 5 Minute Miracle Her books, The Joy of Missing Out and On Purpose: The Busy Woman's Guide to an Extraordinary Life of Meaning & Success More from Tricia Join my Free Transformational Masterclass for Speakers Elevate your impact with The Speaker Salon Video Series 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

I am super excited to introduce you to today's guest, who is a true powerhouse and influential voice! Dr. Jen Welter is a successful entrepreneur, author, in-demand keynote speaker, and NFL football coach. As the first female coach in NFL history, she serves as an amazing role model and an inspiring reminder that barriers are meant to be broken. With a career studded with a number of firsts, Dr. Welter made history when she coached the Arizona Cardinals' inside linebackers for their 2015 training camp. She was also the first woman to play running back in a men's professional football season with the Texas Revolution. Her book, "Play Big," reveals the grit and determination that it took to be a trailblazer in one of the country's toughest boys' clubs. Today, she continues to trailblaze with her Grrridiron Girls football camps — the largest and longest-running football camps for girls. She also recently partnered with Barbie for their 2023 Women In Sports collection. In this episode, we'll explore: The early opposition she faced as a girl wanting to play football and how she persisted in pursuing her passion Breaking stereotypes and shifting cultural perceptions about what women can achieve The importance of being present and consistent as a leader Her partnership with Barbie and her work with the Grrridiron Girls More from Dr. Jen Welter Her book, Play Big: Lessons in Being Limitless from the First Woman to Coach in the NFL Website: https://www.jenwelter.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/welter47/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/welter47 X: https://twitter.com/jwelter47 More from Tricia Step onto big stages with my Masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk 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