Speaking Podcast

#361 Be a Standout Podcast Guest: David Goldberg's Masterclass on Professional Presence (Part 5) 25.06.2026 1h 8min

Being a great podcast guest is a unique skill that can dramatically boost your career—or erode your professional image if done poorly. In the final part of our series, David Goldberg, founder of Edge Studio, shares a masterclass on how to be a standout guest. We explore the importance of prosody, vocal etiquette, and virtual presence, ensuring you show up prepared, confident, and memorable. David and Roy discuss practical tips for handling technical glitches with grace, the power of a 10-second elevator pitch, and why you should never ”wing it” when it comes to your audio quality. Whether you’re looking to share your passion or boost your resume, these final lessons will ensure you’re the guest every host wants to invite back.

#360 Don't Let Your Guests Ruin Your Show: David Goldberg's 8-Step Guide (Part 4) 23.06.2026 1h 12min

You put immense effort into your podcast—marketing, sponsors, and refining your own voice—but what happens when a high-profile guest sounds terrible? In Part 4 of our series, David Goldberg, founder of Edge Studio, shares his essential 8-step guide to ensuring your guests elevate, rather than weaken, your show. We explore the critical impact of first impressions and why guest preparation is non-negotiable for maintaining professionalism and authority. David provides practical, low-cost solutions for acoustic treatment—from ”pillow forts” to the ”80% rule”—and breaks down the pros and cons of different microphone types. Learn how to guide your guests to sound as good as you do and keep your audience engaged from the very first word.

#359 Prosody: The One Word Every Podcaster Needs to Know with David Goldberg (Part 3) 21.06.2026 1h 16min

Why do some podcasters instantly connect with their audience while others struggle to keep listeners engaged? The answer lies in one word: Prosody. In Part 3 of our series with David Goldberg, founder of Edge Studio, we dive deep into the ”how” of human communication. David explains that it’s not just what you say, but how you say it—your pitch, tempo, tone, and rhythm—that makes all the difference. We explore why this essential skill is rarely taught in schools and how you can harness your natural pitch to mask nervousness and project confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned host or just starting out, David’s insights on effective vocal patterns will dramatically elevate your podcast presence.

#358 Strategic Words: 7 Categories to Command Authority and Build Trust with David Goldberg (Part 2) 14.06.2026 1h 9min

Did you know that your audience decides whether to trust you, like you, or do business with you in just a quarter of a second? In Part 2 of our exclusive 5-part series with David Goldberg, CEO of Edge Studio, we dive deep into the ”Strategic Words” that define your professional presence. David reveals the seven critical categories of wording that can either elevate your authority or quietly sabotage your message. From the psychological trap of ”hedge words” to the simple shift from ”but” to ”and,” this episode is a masterclass in intentional communication. Whether you are a podcaster, a business leader, or a public speaker, David’s insights will help you ensure that your first impression isn’t just good—it’s unforgettable.

#357 Part 1: The Foundation of Sound Quality & First Impressions 11.06.2026 1h 22min

In this exclusive 5-part mini-series on the Podfather Podcast, we sit down with David Goldberg, CEO of Edge Studio in New York City. David has worked with over 10,000 speakers, including CEOs, politicians, and celebrities like Snoop Dogg and Michael J. Fox. This series is a deep dive into the technical and psychological elements that make a podcast sound professional, build trust, and keep listeners engaged.

#356 The Art of Legacy Communication: Dan Beech on Archively and Protecting Your Digital Voice 06.06.2026 48min

In the world of effective communication, clarity and permanence are paramount. On this episode of the Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Dan Beech, a seasoned wealth manager and founder of Archively, who brings a unique perspective on how to ensure your most critical messages—your legacy—are not only heard but also immutably preserved. Dan introduces us to his patent-pending platform that leverages dual-blockchain technology and NFT hashing to safeguard essential documents, making them encrypted, unalterable, and instantly accessible. We delve into the art of communicating complex financial and personal wishes, the importance of secure documentation, and how Archively empowers individuals to speak their truth with confidence, knowing their voice will echo through generations. Discover how to master the message of your life and ensure your legacy is communicated with unparalleled precision.

#355 The Prolific Author: Aaron Ryan on Writing 43 Books and the Art of Indie Publishing 02.06.2026 44min

What does it take to write and publish 43 books? In this inspiring episode of the Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Aaron Ryan, a prolific author and voiceover artist who has mastered the art of indie publishing. From his early ”calling” in second grade to his latest epic sci-fi releases, Aaron shares the secrets behind his incredible productivity and creative process. We dive deep into the advantages of being an indie author—retaining rights, commanding higher royalties, and maintaining total creative control. Aaron also reveals his unique approach to marketing: stop ”selling” and start being an enthusiast. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a fan of epic sagas like Dissonance and The Talisman, or simply looking for a masterclass in following your passion, this conversation is packed with heart, humor, and actionable advice.

#354 The Zone of Genius: Blaz Marolt on Operational Systems for High-Growth Entrepreneurs 31.05.2026 1h 2min

Are you a business owner feeling like the biggest bottleneck in your own company? Do you dream of financial freedom but find yourself buried in 20−an−hourtasks?InthisinsightfulepisodeoftheSpeakingPodcast,wesitdownwithBlazMarolt,anex−militaryofficerandWestPointgraduatewhohastransitionedhishigh−stakesleadershipexperienceintoamissionforbusinesssystematization.Blazhelpsentrepreneursscalingpastthe20-an-hour tasks? In this insightful episode of the Speaking Podcast, we sit down with Blaz Marolt, an ex-military officer and West Point graduate who has transitioned his high-stakes leadership experience into a mission for business systematization. Blaz helps entrepreneurs scaling past the 20−an−hourtasks?InthisinsightfulepisodeoftheSpeakingPodcast,wesitdownwithBlazMarolt,anex−militaryofficerandWestPointgraduatewhohastransitionedhishigh−stakesleadershipexperienceintoamissionforbusinesssystematization.Blazhelpsentrepreneursscalingpastthe500k mark to build robust operational infrastructures, allowing them to stay in their "zone of genius." We discuss the "two-week vacation test," the 80/20 rule of profitability, and why even the most successful companies often operate in a state of hidden chaos. Whether you're a solopreneur or leading a team of 20, Blaz provides actionable strategies to fix your systems, empower your team, and finally achieve the freedom you started your business for. Timestamps Timestamp Topic Description 0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Blaz Marolt 0:45 Blaz's Mission: Helping business owners stay in their zone of genius 1:56 The Bottleneck Founder: Why things break down after $500k 2:43 Military Roots: Graduating from West Point and the Slovenian Military 3:42 Transitioning to Business: Boosting production by 50% in electronics 4:34 The IT Leap: Getting hired with only Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills 5:21 Scaling a Food Delivery Giant: Growing 59x in the Balkans 6:22 The Chief of Staff Role: Doubling revenue for a US coaching company 7:03 The Young Founder Challenge: Overcoming perceptions in leadership 8:16 Military vs. Business Organization: The shocking reality of corporate chaos 9:53 The 80/20 Rule in Sales: Identifying loss-makers vs. profit-makers 11:37 Minimum Order Quantities: Why selling 100 components can be a disaster 12:54 Educating the Sales Team: Making them suffer through the production process 14:13 The Key Person Risk: Why your business shouldn't depend on one individual 15:52 The Soviet Machine Analogy: Planning for capacity and quality 31:19 The 250-Page SOP Trap: Why simple, one-page processes win 33:05 AI in Business: Using it as an assistant, not a replacement for thinking 35:01 The Amazon AI Mistake: Why quality assessment still requires humans 38:42 The 90-Day Operational Audit: What to expect in the first three months 40:53 Educating Employees: Why change management takes longer than system setup 42:52 The 20-Time Rule: Why you have to repeat instructions to be heard 60:42 Blaz's Final Advice: Defining your goals as a founder 61:16 Where to Find Blaz: LinkedIn and networking conversations 61:42 Outro: RoyCoughlan.com and the PodFather Network 🔗 Where to Find Blaz Marolt •LinkedIn: Blaz Marolt (Connect and mention Roy's podcast) •Services: Operational audits, system implementation, and fractional Chief of Staff roles. 🔗 About Your Host (Roy Coughlan) •Listen to this episode on Podbean: https://speakingpodcast.podbean.com/e/blaz-marolt-systematizing-success/ •Explore more podcasts: Find all podcasts at the PodFather Network •Website: RoyCoughlan.com •Need help running your business? If you are looking for a Virtual Assistant and get reliable support for your daily operations. •Virtual Assistants: VA.world •Communities: BrainGym.fitness •Learn about a Private Networking Gr

#353 6,000 Studies vs. Billionaire Lies: The Truth About Plastics with Dr. Chris De Armitt 17.04.2026 48min

What if the ”eco-friendly” choice you’re making is actually 200x worse for the environment? Dr. Chris De Armitt—materials scientist, Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, and author of The Plastics Paradox—joins us after reviewing over 6,000 peer-reviewed studies. His mission? Replace environmental mythology with actual science. In this no-holds-barred conversation, Chris reveals why plastic bags are the greenest option, why your reusable cotton tote is an environmental disaster, and why billionaires like Michael Bloomberg and Bill Gates are funding studies that say the exact opposite of the scientific consensus. Whether you’re a speaker who needs to fact-check your material or someone tired of being guilt-tripped at the grocery store, this episode will change how you think about ”sustainability.”

#352 From Stage Fright to Spotlight: The Science of Speaking Under Pressure 19.03.2026 51min

Guest: Dr Alexander McWilliam All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bio of Alex McWilliam Dr Alexander McWilliam is founder and managing director of Improv4Business. It provides presentation and speaking training, including executive coaching, team sessions and bespoke programmes. It works primarily with B2B clients, from start-ups to multi-billion-pound organisations. These have included ITV, The Entertainer, Kenwood and Computacenter. Dr McWilliam has a background in professional acting and improvisation, and is the only UK PhD graduate in “public-speaking anxiety and performing under pressure”. What we Discussed: 00:00 Introduction 01:13 The Only UK PhD in Public Speaking Anxiety 02:37 Why Friends' Fear of Presenting Sparked His Research 04:22 The 3.5 Year Doctorate Journey 05:48 Brain Freeze: When Practice Meets Reality 07:15 The "Blank" Moment We All Experience 08:33 Being Selectively Shy 10:05 From Shy Kid to Door-to-Door Sales 11:42 How Stories We Tell Ourselves Hold Us Back 13:08 Why the Audience Isn't Your Enemy 14:35 Reading Faces Wrong: Crossed Arms Don't Mean Boredom 16:02 You Are Your Own Worst Critic 17:29 Why Audiences Want You to Succeed 19:03 The Power of Watching Yourself Back 20:38 Audiences Forgive Mistakes, Not Panic 22:04 Recovery Is What People Remember 23:41 When Speakers Freeze and Start Over 25:07 No One Has Your Script 26:34 Adapting When Time Gets Cut 28:01 Pressure Testing Your Presentations 29:38 Making Failure Fun in Safe Environments 31:05 The "Die" Exercise 32:42 Building Resilience Through Improv 34:09 Table Topics and Playfulness 35:46 Impromptu Speaking Builds Real Confidence 37:13 The Science of Self-Efficacy 38:40 Daily Impromptu Practice 40:07 Why Comedy Is Unforgiving 41:34 Group Failure Exercises 43:11 Surviving the Worst Case Scenario 44:38 Social Anxiety vs. Performance Anxiety 46:05 When Shyness Shows Up Selectively 47:32 Teenage Years and Peer Judgment 48:59 How School Experiences Shape Adult Fear 50:26 Domain-Specific Anxiety 51:53 The Public Speaking Threat Inventory 53:20 27 Items Across Three Domains 54:47 Finding Your Focus Area for Growth How to Contact Alex McWilliam https://www.improv4business.co.uk/ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🤝 Join our Speaking Podcast Community ✦ Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠ ✦ YouTube: / ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan⁠⁠⁠ ✦ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/speakingpodcast/⁠⁠⁠ ✦ Facebook: / ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast⁠⁠⁠ ✦ TikTok: / ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster⁠⁠⁠ #PublicSpeaking #StageFright #PresentationSkills #CommunicationSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #SpeakingAnxiety #PerformanceAnxiety #ExecutiveCoaching #ImprovForBusiness #PresentationTraining #OvercomeFearOfPublicSpeaking #SpeakWithConfidence #BusinessCommunication #LeadershipSkills #WorkplaceAnxiety #SpeakingPodcast #InterviewPodcast #PersonalDevelopmentPodcast

#351 Why Every Speaker Needs a Website That Actually Books Gigs 16.03.2026 45min

Discover the hidden strategies behind websites that turn casual browsers into loyal customers without expensive ads or complicated funnels. This Episode is a Promotional Episode for the Website services that we offer at ⁠va.world⁠ What we Discussed: 00:00 Why we Recorded this Episode 00:47 Why do you want a Website? 01:36 How to Make Sure a Website Converts 02:55 The Biggest Mistake Businesses Make when Creating a Website 04:30 How Important is Brand Clarify with your Website 05:10 What questions to ask Clients before building their Website 06:34 Allow Disability access for your Website 07:30 Align a Website with the Companies Long Term Goals 08:40 We have worked over 5 years together and have not had an argument. 09:40 What makes a Website Stand Out 10:54 How to approach User experience on your Website 11:53 How Annoying Pop Up's are on Websites 12:35 Design Psychology for Improving your Website 13:44 Ensure you can see the Text on the Website 14:03 Speed & Performance for Website Success 15:22 How to Ensure a Website works across different Devices 16:22 How the Wesbite helped a client with ongoing Upgrades 18:20 How our Design improved Conversions on the Website 19:20 Feedback from Clients after Creating their Websites 20:54 Do not be to Pushy with Sales on the Website 21:35 How the Cookies Help with Sales on your Websites 22:30 Tracking on all Prts of your Website 23:11 Website are like Podcasts that have a lot of things to make it Successful 24:28 How to be be Safe adding Payment Options on your Website 26:15 Maintaining Your Website with our VA 27:32 Do not Managing your own Website if you want to grow your business 29:04 We Create Packages with a breakdown of costs 29:48 Staying ahead of website trends like Ai 30:53 What Website Platforms do we Specialise in 32:38 How do you Future Proof a Website 33:09 We Help Create Skool Groups 33:22 Difference between a Template Site and a Strategically Built Website 34:50 Some Templates Require Plugins 36:00 Amature Websites V's Professionally Designed Ones 37:00 The Problem getting the Wrong Website Template 37:32 How Important is Messaging compared to Visuals on the Website 38:47 How Long should a homepage be on your Website 39:57 The Process from Concept to Launch of your Website 40:57 Having Your Socials connected on your Website 41:37 Do you need a New Website 42:15 How to Connect with us for a New Website 44:35 My 6 Podcasts got 110K downloads last week Find our Website ⁠va.world⁠ Book a Free Call ⁠https://va.world/contact/⁠ #WebsiteDesign #ConversionOptimization #OnlineBusiness #DigitalMarketing #VAservices #BusinessGrowth

#350 Rewriting Reality: How Your Stories Create Your Life with Shiraz Baboo 25.02.2026 44min

Guest: Shiraz Baboo – Reality Addiction Expert, Author of How to Rewrite Reality, and Founder of Energetic Magic Episode Focus: How unconscious stories shape our physical reality, from chronic illness to financial blocks, and the radical process of rewriting them for lasting transformation. All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ #shiraz #ShirazBaboo #bodybuilder Bio of Shiraz BabooMulti-award-winning author. Reality Interventionist. Creator of the Million Dollar Impact Makers Program. I have helped thousands of coaches, healers, and high-achieving entrepreneurs break their subconscious addiction to struggle and rewrite the stories keeping them stuck—so they can finally grow their businesses in alignment with who they truly are. At Business Magic Live, I work with you live to release the unconscious patterns that are sabotaging your success… and replace them with the belief, clarity, and aligned action required to build a business that creates real wealth and lasting legacy.Most of the people who come to me already know the strategies. What’s been missing isn’t knowledge. It’s the internal permission to execute, receive, and lead at the level those strategies require. What we Discussed: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Shiraz's Origin Story: From Bodybuilder to Bedridden 04:40 We are protecting ourselves through Stories 05:40 How I healed my Back Pain 06:30 Fake knee operations gave the same results 07:06 A woman with a Tumor that kept disappearing 08:00 Lessons learnt from living in different countries 11:50 How he kept getting Stopped at Border Control 18:00 How to navigate peoples issues without them knowing what is wrong 21:00 How he resolved his own Financial issues 23:00 My own Financial Struggles 23:20 Reviewing Why I have these Fears 25:50 If I had Money would it Corrupt me 29:05 Push & Pull Energy 32:00 Are you will to step out of the story 33:45 Reflecting on how I got seriouly injured every time I was relaxed 35:20 Do I always have to be on guard 37:00 You Do not have to worry about something to solve it 39:00 Common Patterns with clients 40:35 His Event Business Magic Live 42:00 People having a yo-yo with Finances 43:00 Where to find Shiraz and the Event How to Contact Shiraz Baboo ⁠https://energeticmagic.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/energeticmagic/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirazbaboo/⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/energeticmagic⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/energetic.magic/⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🤝 Join our Speaking Podcast Community ✦ Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠ ✦ YouTube: / ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan⁠⁠⁠ ✦ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/speakingpodcast/⁠⁠⁠ ✦ Facebook: / ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast⁠⁠⁠ ✦ TikTok: / ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster⁠⁠⁠ #irishman #speakingpodcast #energeticmagic

#349 The Science of Sorrow: Understanding Grief with Sylvia Wolfer 24.02.2026 50min

In this deeply moving episode, we welcome Sylvia Wolfer – grief specialist, mindfulness practitioner, and Pilates instructor – who shares her profound journey through multiple losses and how she transformed her pain into purpose. Shaped by the sudden deaths of her father, two brothers, and later her mother passed. Sylvie brings together grief science, mindfulness, and movement to offer grounded, research-informed support for those navigating loss. All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ #SylviaWolfer #speaker #griefhealing Bio of Sylvia Wolfer Sylvia Wolfer is a neuroscience-informed mindfulness guide and grief educator. Her work bridges contemplative practice, nervous system regulation, and lived experience after profound loss.A long-term meditation practitioner, Sylvia has explored contemplative traditions for many years. After losing both of her parents and her two brothers, her practice deepened — becoming not just a spiritual discipline, but a steady anchor through grief.Today, she creates grounded, body-aware guided meditations designed to support people through emotional overwhelm, loss, and life transitions. Her approach integrates neuroscience, breath, and embodied awareness to help people build emotional steadiness without bypassing what hurts.Sylvia is the creator of several digital courses and guided meditation series, and she teaches weekly online sessions blending mindfulness and movement. What we Discussed: 00:00Who is Sylvia Wolfer 00:40 Death is a fact of life 00:55 Sylvia's difficult journey with Family Grief 02:52 Her therapist recommended that she help people with grief 04:11 When you reflect on death later as if they say good bye before dying 06:45 Additional Grief when a person dies abroad 09:05 The time taken before the burrial can effect us 12:10 People Suppressing emotions during death 14:20 Grief is like a wound 15:50 Times a person the body still looks alive 19:20 We should have 1 month compassion leave when someone close passes 25:00 Nice ways to give condolences 27:15 Understanding People's sadness 28:33 Be mindful not to touch or clean in the house without approval 29:45 Having the hard conversations before someone passes 31:30 Be honest when a person knows they are Dying 33:40 Did the Pilates help with the Grief 35:20 How she overcame the pain with Daily rituals 37:30 How the Gym stopped back aches 38:00 Why are breathwork session not available weekly, similar like going to the church 39:37 Common trands that she witnesses 42:00 Signed we get when a loved one passes 44:05 The grief courses she offers 45:55 Meditations to follow in English, French & German 47:15 Do not say you do not have time to Meditate 47:40 The Meditations find their way to a person when its needed 48:10 How a booked helped my trapped nerve 49:40 The different Meditations can help with language learning 50:00 Where they can find Syvlia How to Contact Sylvia Wolfer ⁠https://sylviawolfer.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_sylvia_wolfer_grief_support/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviawolfer/⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🤝 Join Our Meditation Podcast Community ✦ Website: ⁠http://meditationpodcast.org/⁠ ✦ YouTube: / ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan⁠ ✦Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/meditationpodcast⁠ ✦Facebook:⁠https://www.facebook.com/meditationpodcast.org⁠ ✦ TikTok: / ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster⁠ #meditationpodcast #pilates #death #grief #breathwork

#348 Will Good beat Evil in AI with Manuj Aggarwal 23.02.2026 21min

Manuj Aggarwal, is the founder and Chief Innovation Officer TetraNoodle Technologies, an elite AI consulting company. Join my PodFather Podcast Coaching Community ⁠https://www.skool.com/podfather/about⁠ Start Your Own SKOOL Community⁠https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71⁠ #manujaggarwal #ai #TetraNoodle Awakening Podcast Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠ About my Guest: Manuj Aggarwal, is the founder and Chief Innovation Officer TetraNoodle Technologies, an elite AI consulting company. With a remarkable track record of driving transformative change, Manuj, through TetraNoodle, has touched at least 10 million lives and generated over $500M in value through his expertise in technology and AI. He has shared his insights at the United Nations alongside distinguished figures like the Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize winners, while President Obama and Bill Gates have recognized his work. With four AI patents to his name, Manuj is the perfect mentor to guide you through the transformative potential of AI and its benefits for businesses. Join us and discover the limitless possibilities of AI under the guidance of this visionary industry influencer. What we Discussed: 00:00 Who is Manuj Aggarwal 01:45 Where did the Name TetraNoodle Technologies come from? 01:47 His 4 Patents 05:00 Making $2 a day to a Successful Entrepreneur 06:48 Will Good beat Evil in AI 10:25 Will AI take over Humanity 11:05 Ai does not always tell you the Truth 12:50 The 2 Books he wrote 13: 12 Firewalls to Protect our Data 15:10 What has Meditation and Ai got in Common 16:40 What AI tools he uses for his Podcast 19:30 Have the AI can interact with your knowledge How to Contact Manuj Aggarwal ⁠https://manujaggarwal.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/manuj.aggarwal⁠ ⁠https://x.com/manujagro⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@manujagro⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/manujagro/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/manujaggarwal/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@manujagro⁠ ------------------------------More about the Awakening Podcast:All Episodes can be found at ⁠www.awakeningpodcast.org⁠ Awakening Podcast Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠ Our Facebook Group can be found at ⁠https://www.facebook.com/royawakening⁠ #podfather #roycoughlan #firewall #aitools

#347 Stop Watching News, Start Watching Candles: Simple Trading - Vlad Tayman 20.02.2026 55min

Welcome to the Speaking Podcast. Guest Vlad Tayman went from spending 20 years climbing the corporate ladder to total burnout, losing $150K trying to escape, and finally finding a trading strategy that let him replace his $250K salary trading just a few times a month. All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠ #VladTayman #trader #investment Bio of Vlad Tayman Vlad Tayman is the founder of Trader Foundation, a trading education platform built on a radical premise: busy professionals can learn to generate consistent income without chaining themselves to screens or gambling their retirement savings.His path there wasn't typical. After immigrating from Ukraine and climbing to Director-level positions over 20 years in corporate America, Vlad hit a wall—severe burnout, health issues, and the realization that success without wellbeing wasn't success at all. Trading offered an escape, but he saw most people approaching it wrong: chasing hot tips, trusting bots, or handing money to strangers who didn't care.So he built Trader Foundation differently. Drawing on his background as a training director, he stripped trading down to essential patterns anyone could follow. The model combines one-on-one coaching , unlimited support, paper trading until you're ready, and a written money-back guarantee. Six years and 100+ students later, the focus remains the same: teach people to fish, don't fish for them. What we Discussed: 00:00 Who is Vlad Tayman 01:30 His Career to date 03:47 He does not take people's money butteaches them skills 05:50 Some people trade to make money for themselves and not their clients 06:30 Their Trust Pilot Reviews 07:00 The Process of how they work 09:40 Their Coaches trained with them 11:54 How he can simplifies the Metrics 14:21 Example with Netflix 15:00 Why you should 18:10 Can you trade with Ai bots 20:50 People Glued to their PC when Trading 23:20 Letting your Emotions get in the way of Trading 26:45 The Metrics and Training to simplify it 29:00 The Different Plans they offer 31:50 Using your Pension to Invest 33:30 93% Chance of Winning 34:50 What things can go wrong 38:45 His Trader Foundation Podcast 40:05 Social Media influencers are not the ones you take advice from 42:50 Should we track Pelosi 45:05 How the Coaches work 49:05 They share a lot of valuable information on Social Media 50:00 People are Skeptical of Trading 51:30 Positive reviews for the company 54:15 Where they can find Vlad How to Contact Vlad Tayman ⁠https://trader.foundation/⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠ 🤝 Join our Speaking Podcast Community ✦ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠ ✦ YouTube: / ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan⁠⁠ ✦ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/speakingpodcast/⁠⁠ ✦ Facebook: / ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast⁠⁠ ✦ TikTok: / ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster⁠⁠ #irishman #speakingpodcast #trader

#346 Astrology as a Recipe for Purpose: A Modern-Day Guide to Ancient Wisdom with Alexandra Ceho 11.02.2026 42min

Join Roy Coughlan as he welcomes Alexandra Cheo, a Toronto-based astrologer, spiritual guide, and international instructor with the Modern Mystery School. With 20 years of experience, Alexandra blends ancient wisdom with modern insights to help leaders and professionals align with their highest potential. In this episode, we explore astrology as a tool for self-discovery, how the Modern Mystery School empowers personal transformation, and why understanding your birth chart is like having a recipe for your life's purpose. We also dive into Alexandra's journey from reading her grandfather's astrology books as a child to becoming an international instructor, plus her insights on martial arts, boundaries, and finding your calling. All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠ #AlexandraCeho #speaker #spirtualhealing Bio of Alexandra Ceho Aleksandra Ceho is a Toronto-based astrologer, spiritual guide, and international instructor with the Modern Mystery School. With a lifelong passion for astrology, she combines ancient wisdom with modern insight to help leaders and professionals in healthcare and alternative health, legal and STEM-based professions align with their highest potential. With 20 years of experience under her belt, she joyfully serves those looking to supplement their careers with spiritual wisdom. What we Discussed: 00:00 Intro 00:12 Who is Alexandra Ceho 01:20 What is the Modern Mystery School 03:50 Knowing who you are from stories 05:05 All types of Students ages & Nationalities 06:45 How her Astrology Journey began 11:25 Luna Cycle and 13 months 15:00 How relevant is your Date, Time & Location of Birth 18:25 Incorporating Astrology into your Business 21:40 Patterns she noticed with Entrepreneurs 23:35 If you are Lost and finding Yourself 27:00 What is the Aim of the school 29:35 Its hard to help someone if you have not being their yourself 30:50 The different Martial Arts she did 34:30 The confidence Martial Arts gives you 38:18 When I got Bullied and how I joined Kunf Fu 39:35 The different servies Alexandra offers How to Contact Alexandra Ceho ⁠https://www.masterthestars.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pallas.aleks/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/MasterTheStars/⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8WqG10ar6whrf1YEG_db8g⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠ 🤝 Join our Speaking Podcast Community ✦ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠ ✦ YouTube: / ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan⁠⁠ ✦ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/speakingpodcast/⁠⁠ ✦ Facebook: / ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast⁠⁠ ✦ TikTok: / ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster⁠⁠ #irishman #speakingpodcast #modernmisteryschool#astrology

#345 From Coma to Comeback: Maria Garcia’s Stroke, Recovery & Nutrition Breakthrough 12.01.2026 57min

Welcome to the Speaking Podcast. Guest Maria Garcia shares her powerful story of resilience after a massive stroke at 25 and the long recovery that followed. Maria discusses relearning basic functions, writing her memoir Breaking Into Delight, and discovering a transformative nutritional approach years later that significantly improved her recovery. She now coaches others to reset their relationship with food and reclaim their health and purpose. --- All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠ #mariagarcia #speaker #wildfit Bio of Maria Garcia Maria Garcia is a powerful example of resilience and self-discovery. After earning double majors in Finance and International Business, she initially made her mark in the corporate world. But her path took an unexpected turn when a massive stroke altered her life forever. Through sheer determination and a long, challenging recovery, Maria emerged stronger, with a deeper sense of purpose.Maria channeled her transformative journey into her memoir, Breaking Into the Light: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Transformation, sharing her journey and the lessons learned along the way. Almost a decade after the book’s release, she discovered a groundbreaking nutritional methodology, which played a pivotal role in her continued recovery and personal transformation.Today, Maria is a passionate coach, committed to helping others navigate their own journeys of recovery and transformation. She specializes in guiding individuals to reset their relationship with food, unlocking profound shifts in their overall life experience. What we Discussed: 00:00 Intro 00:20 Who is Maria garcia 02:10 How she got ill 03:30 Organ donation company speaking to her family 04:40 What was going on in her head when she could not move for 2 weeks 05:30 Her 1st movement in her body 07:00 Getting scared when sh saw the Nurse walk in 07:50 Dr's do not always get it right 09:25 The Next stage after the hospital 10:30 Birth Control pills can be dangerous 12:30 When she went home in a wheelchair and diapers 14:15 What was going on in her head at this stage 15:20 How she got out of the wheel chair 16:10 How Yoga helped a lot 17:30 Investigating different ways to heal 18:53 How her family kept Hope Alive 20:05 Getting into Personal Development 23:52 The importance of rereading a good book 26:00 When she found an ad about Nutrition 28:25 Developing a career on Nutrition 30:13 How the Food has been made toxic 30:30 The Wheel of Health 32:30 People lost touch with Nature 33:23 How to find healthy food 35:00 The Food Pyramid was inverted 35:40 Listen to your body 36:50 Pringles are not healthy or safe 38:30 Pork and Chicken are not the best meat to eat 39:45 What has she seen of illnesses being cured 41:30 How I cured my back pain 43:30 How they create confusion with food 46:10 Her Book on the journey 48:00 How she got onto the speaking stage 49:40 Tapping into her intuition 55:00 Sometime the vitamin pills are not natural How to Contact ⁠www.genuinelymaria.com⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-garcia-7273a8230/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565412543083 ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/genuinelymaria.wf/ ⁠ ------------------ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠ 🤝 Join our Speaking Podcast Community ✦ Website: ⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠ ✦ YouTube: / ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan⁠ ✦ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/speakingpodcast/⁠ ✦ Facebook: / ⁠https://www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast⁠ ✦ TikTok: / ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster⁠ #healingrecovery #irishman #speakingpodcast #health

#344 Your Manager Doesn’t Know What They’re Doing - Now What? - Carlee Wolfe 16.12.2025 39min

Carlee Wolfe is a global talent management leader and coach with over two decades of experience shaping leadership and organizational transformation across industries. She has worked with USA Volleyball, the United States Olympic &amp; Paralympic Committee, Under Armour, and Hyatt Hotels. For nearly 20 years, she has also coached volleyball athletes - including those chasing their Paralympic dreams - while serving on nonprofit boards to expand opportunities in adaptive sports, workforce development, and leadership. Her commitment to talent, sport, and service continues to create meaningful impact locally and globally.---All Episodes can be found at ⁠<a href="https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/</a> All about Roy / Brain Gym &amp; Virtual Assistants at <a href="⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠</a> #CarleeWolfe #speaker #hr What we Discussed: 00:00 Intro 00:20 Who is Carlee Wolfe 01:30 Carlee's Career to date 03:07 Do you need to understand the personalities of employees 06:00 Non Profit and how to succeed 08:30 How to know which Non Profit to donate to 13:53 Having the Right Board Members 15:25 The Change in Careers wih AI 19:15 What should someone Study now with the Ai boom 22:45 Yourlife skills can help you ask better questions 24:00 M &amp; A experience 25:30 How should employees navigate if they are in a company is aquired 29:04 Support to employees during a takeover 30:37 Lots of employees in Corporations are miserable 31:30 How to navigate when your manager is incompetent 35:20 What we would not know about the Olympics &amp; Para Olympics How to Contact Carlee Wolfe<a href="https://aceandarrowconsulting.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://aceandarrowconsulting.com/</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carleeawolfe/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carleeawolfe/</a>------------------All about Roy / Brain Gym &amp; Virtual Assistants at <a href="⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠</a> 🤝 Join our Speaking Podcast Community✦ Website: <a href="https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/</a>✦ YouTube: / <a href="https://www.you

#343 Speaking from the Heart - Natasha Bazilevych 16.11.2025 48min

Natasha Bazilevych is a speaker, author and public speaking expert. She is Founder &amp; President of ChangeView Academy, where she trains leaders to give powerful presentations.All Episodes can be found at ⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/ All about Roy / Brain Gym &amp; Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠ #NatashaBazilevych #ChangeViewAcademy #speakerBio of Natasha BazilevychNatasha Bazilevych is a speaker, author and public speaking expert. She is Founder &amp; President of ChangeView Academy, where she trains leaders to give powerful presentations. Natasha holds a Bachelor’s in Management of Organizations and an MBA. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has taught hundreds of students and clients globally. In 2020, she was named one of the Top 500 Entrepreneurs by Brainz Magazine along with Simon Sinek, Mel Robbins and Jim Kwik. She has also been featured at Tony Robbins' and Dean Graziosi’s World Summits (2021-2022), on ABC News in Duluth, MN. What we Discussed: 00:00 Who is Natasha Bazilevych 01:30 How she gopt into Marathon Running 03:20 The Recovery Period after a Marathon 04:35 Born in Russia and living in USA 05:45 Natasha's Speaking Journey 09:05 Why you should get your energy levels up before speaking 10:25 How she Stopped being Shy 11:45 Speaking from the Heart 14:20 How she improved her Videos 17:15 Having your Playful Self on your Podcast 21:35 Don't try too copy people 25:27 What does her company Changeview Academy offer 28:28 Her book and the meaning of P.O.W.E.R. 30:25 Celebrate Wins 32:00 How to React when things go Wrong 34:20 Improve what you are good at 36:25 Why you Should Simplify Your Speech 39:00 Connecting with Your Audience Online 44:10 Do Not Make Assumptions with the Way the Audience SitsHow to Contact Natasha Bazilevych<a href="https://natashabazilevych.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://natashabazilevych.com/</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashabazilevych/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashabazilevych/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nbazilevich" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/nbazilevich</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/natbazilevych/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/natbazilevych/</a>------------------All about Roy /

#342 From Flight Attendant to Brand Visionary - Building Authentic Brands & Empowering Women 13.10.2025 51min

Dr. Brigitte Bojkowszky is a global Brand Identity Strategist, Business Educator, retreat host, and the visionary behind BridgetBrands. With a background that spans from the skies as a flight attendant to the boardroom, the university lecture hall for over 2 decades, and the entrepreneurial world, Brigitte helps individuals and organizations uncover their brilliance and build aligned, authentic brands that radiate impact.She is the creator of the transformative personal branding retreat I AM BECOMING, designed for high-achieving women in transition ready to reclaim their identity and rise into visibility.Brigitte is also the host of the BrandsTalk podcast, a sought-after speaker, and a bestselling author, known for fusing strategy with soul in everything she does. #brandtalks #branding #BrigitteBojkowszky All Episodes can be found at ⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/ All about Roy / Brain Gym &amp; Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠ What we Discussed: 00:30 Who is Brigitte Bojkowszky 01:45 Lessons learnt as a Flight Attendant 05:30 What was it like living out of a Suitcase 08:15 Learning Not to have Fear fro failure 09:20 The different Flight experiences depending on Price 13:34 How do you want to Present yourself as a Brand 15:05 Should you brand as a Business or Personal Brand 19:18 The qualifications during her Career 25:05 Appreciating Further Education after you have work experience 26:53 The Mindset to leave a Job 29:15 You will Regret what you did not do 29:35 How did she connect with Students as a Professor 32:54 Self Care is Part of Branding 34:00 Her Podcast Brand Talks 38:05 Sometimes using other Interviews on her Podcast 39:55 The beautiful locations in her Retreats 41:55 Her Retreats &#39;I AM BECOMMING&quot; 45:00 The beautiful Views get you into your Creative Zone 47:25 Her Books How to Contact Brigitte Bojkowszky * https://www.bridgetbrands.com * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bojkowszkyb/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridgetbrands* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bridgetbrands* https://event.i-am-escape.com/i-am-becoming ------------------All about Roy / Brain Gym &amp; Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠ 🤝 Join our Speaking Podcast Community✦ Website: https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan✦ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakingpodcast/✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@roycoughlanpodcaster✦SKOOl Podcast Community https:/

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