The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk

The art of public speaking with authentic and meaningful storytelling can change and even save a life. Learn how to get up on a big stage and share your important message through the lens of award winning director, Tricia Brouk.

She shares her personal experience of being on big stages all over the world and interviews people who talk for a living and gets them to reveal their secrets on how to become a successful public speaker and have lasting legacy.

Tricia has put thousands of speakers onto countless big stages. Guests of The Big Talk have included Stedman Graham, John Lee Dumas, Hap Klopp, Darieth Chisolm and Farnoosh Torabi among others.

Persistence, Purpose, and Building Community with Jenny Nguyen

Apr 28, 2026

Today, I'm joined by Jenny Nguyen, Founder and Owner of The Sports Bra, the world's first sports bar dedicated exclusively to women's sports.

Jenny's background as an Executive Chef equipped her with the leadership skills to build a successful hospitality business. The idea for The Sports Bra was born of her...

The Truth About Working with a Speaker Agent

Apr 21, 2026

This week, I'm sharing what it’s really like working with speaker agents and bureaus. Too many speakers think getting signed with an agent means they can sit back and wait for bookings to roll in, but that's not how it actually works.

If you've been thinking that getting signed is the finish line, or wondering why...

A Nurse’s Awakening from a Coma with Lee Powers (The Big Talk Academy)

Apr 17, 2026

In today’s episode, you will hear a big talk from Lee Powers, an amazing speaker and alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery.

Lee Powers is a registered nurse, ICU and workplace violence survivor, and an international speaker. She’s dedicated her life to transforming personal trauma into purpose.

Her journey...

Creating High-Performing Teams with Lisa Shumate

Apr 14, 2026

Today's guest, Lisa Shumate, is the CEO and Founder of Maximum Q. She has built her consultancy on the foundational principle that authentic leadership is essential to driving change and innovation.

Lisa's media career spans notable leadership roles, including over 13 years as Associate Vice President and...

Spring Into Your Influence

Apr 7, 2026

In this episode, I explore how the season of spring mirrors the cycles of growth, emergence, and transformation that every leader and speaker experiences.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, waiting for the right moment to launch your big idea, or hesitant to step into your voice, this is for you.

When you tune in,...