Speaking To Expand

Hosted by Ryan Brady

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Speakers! Aspiring, professional, growing, or scaling. Let’s amplify your influence, revenue, credibility and impact on your journey as a speaker! The purpose of the podcast is to share the "under the hood" & off stage details that come with being a speaker & business owner so you can have the answers you want.

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April 13, 2026Episode 7533 min

How to Build a Speaking Business That Actually Gets Paid | Monica Massey

In this episode, Monica Massey shares her journey from a high-powered C-suite executive at a $20 billion organization to building a professional speaking and consulting business.She breaks down the realities of becoming a paid speaker, what actually works, what does not, and why talent alone is not enough to get booked. From networking over coffee to building a credibility stack, Monica offers practical insights for aspiring speakers, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to turn their experience into impact.You will learn why “if you build it, they will come” is a myth, how to position yourself in a crowded market, and what it really takes to grow a sustainable speaking career.If you are thinking about stepping onto a stage or scaling your influence, this conversation is packed with honest advice and hard-earned lessons.In this episode:-The biggest misconception about becoming a speaker-How to actually get speaking gigs-Why networking beats online outreach-When to invest in your speaking business-Finding your message and staying authentic

February 28, 2026Episode 7424 min

How Amber McCollum Scaled 100x While Working a 9–5 | Amber McCollum

What if your pain became the reason you built wealth?Amber McCollum is a real estate investor, private money lender, entrepreneur, and emerging public speaker who scaled her business 100x in just five months, while working a 9-to-5 and living with multiple sclerosis.In this powerful conversation, Amber shares:How losing her father reshaped her financial missionWhy end-of-life care changed her perspective on wealthHow she built credibility and raised capital through public speakingThe power of masterminds and paying for proximityHow she launched her own live real estate eventsWhy authenticity is the ultimate business advantageHow she’s preparing to launch a private credit fundAmber’s philosophy is simple but powerful: turn pain into success.This episode is about building financial freedom with urgency, leveraging your story to grow your business, and creating impact beyond money.If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or aspiring speaker looking to scale your income and influence, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

February 28, 2026Episode 7334 min

Diagnosed to Die in 2002 — Here’s Why I’m Still Alive | Eric Drew

What would you do if doctors told you to go home and die?Eric Drew was diagnosed with a terminal form of leukemia and given no hope. After failed treatments at top U.S. hospitals, he refused to accept hospice as his only option. Instead, he leveraged his Silicon Valley mindset, global network, and relentless determination to find a life-saving stem cell treatment overseas.In this powerful conversation, Eric shares:How he became the first person to prosecute a HIPAA violation in the United StatesThe shocking lack of transparency he experienced in clinical trialsWhy the U.S. healthcare system ranks lower in outcomes despite leading in innovationThe life-saving stem cell breakthrough that doctors said wouldn’t workWhy patient advocacy is missing from modern medicineHow AI could revolutionize personalized cancer treatmentThe mindset that kept him alive when survival odds were near zeroEric is now a board-certified patient advocate, TEDx speaker, and healthcare reform voice who has delivered over 200 keynotes worldwide.This episode is about resilience, systemic change, medical ethics, entrepreneurship in crisis, and why “It’s All Good” became his life philosophy.If you or someone you love is navigating complex healthcare decisions, this conversation could change how you approach treatment forever.

February 6, 2026Episode 7242 min

Why Podcasting Builds More Credibility Than Social Media Alone | Carl Richards

Podcasting is often dismissed as oversaturated, but is that actually true?In this episode of Speaking to Expand, host Ryan sits down with podcasting expert Carl Richards to break down what really drives podcast success today. From why most podcasts fade out after a few episodes to how speakers and entrepreneurs can use podcasting as a long-term credibility engine, this conversation reframes what “success” actually looks like.Carl explains why podcasting is a long game, how community is shaping the future of the medium, and why authenticity doesn’t mean leaving mistakes unedited. They also explore how podcasts open doors to speaking opportunities, joint ventures, and deeper audience trust—often in ways creators don’t expect.If you’re a speaker, coach, entrepreneur, or content creator wondering whether starting (or continuing) a podcast is worth it, this episode offers clarity, strategy, and perspective grounded in real-world experience.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why podcasting isn’t as saturated as people thinkWhat causes “podfade” and how to avoid itHow podcasts build credibility beyond social mediaWhy purpose matters more than downloadsHow podcasting leads to speaking and business opportunities

February 5, 2026Episode 7134 min

Why Your Ability to Speak Determines How Much You Grow | Conway Bown

Speaking is one of the fastest ways to expand your confidence, clarity, and growth.In this episode, Conway Bown explores the idea of speaking to expand, how developing your ability to communicate clearly and confidently can transform how you show up in life and work.This conversation looks at the deeper connection between voice and personal expansion, and why so many people unknowingly limit their growth through the way they speak.You’ll hear insights on:-Why your growth often mirrors your communication skills-How speaking more clearly builds real confidence-The role of self-expression in personal development-Using your voice as a tool for expansion, not perfectionIf you’re interested in personal growth, confidence, communication, or public speaking, this episode offers practical perspective you can apply immediately.Listen now and start expanding through your voice.

January 23, 2026Episode 7028 min

Speaking Isn’t About Performance...It’s About Expansion | Matt Robinson

Speaking isn’t just about being heard, it’s about who you become in the process.In this episode, Matt Robinson explores how speaking acts as a catalyst for personal expansion, confidence, and clarity. Rather than treating public speaking as a performance skill, Matt reframes it as a growth practice that shapes identity, presence, and self-trust.We discuss:-Why speaking accelerates personal growth-How confidence is built through expression, not perfection-The relationship between voice, clarity, and self-belief-Why expansion happens on the other side of speakingIf you’ve ever felt the pull to speak up but hesitated, this conversation will help you see your voice differently and use it more intentionally.

January 15, 2026Episode 6944 min

How Speaking Creates Bigger Opportunities in Business & Life | Chris Widener

Speaking to Expand explores how using your voice strategically can unlock growth in your influence, opportunities, and personal impact.In this episode, Chris Widener breaks down why speaking isn’t just about communication, it’s about expansion. Expansion of mindset. Expansion of reach. Expansion of the opportunities available to you when you’re willing to step up and share your message.Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, communicator, or someone who wants to make a greater impact, this episode will challenge how you think about speaking and why it plays such a critical role in personal and professional growth.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why speaking accelerates growth faster than most strategiesHow your message directly affects your opportunitiesThe mindset shift required to expand through communicationWhy great speakers think bigger than the room they’re inIf you’re ready to expand your influence, income, and impact, it starts with your voice.🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, growth, and purpose-driven communication.

January 7, 2026Episode 6840 min

Why Your Voice Is the Key to Personal and Professional Expansion | Anne Boysen

What if speaking wasn’t about being heard, sounding confident, or getting it right, but about expanding who you are?In this episode, Anne Boysen explores the deeper function of voice and expression, reframing speaking as a practice that shapes your identity, nervous system, and capacity to take up space. Rather than treating communication as performance, Anne invites us into a more embodied approach — one where speaking becomes a tool for growth, self-trust, and internal expansion.We unpack why so many people feel blocked or constrained when they speak, how your relationship with your voice mirrors your relationship with yourself, and what changes when you stop trying to impress and start speaking to expand.This conversation is for anyone who:Feels tension, fear, or contraction when speaking upWants to build real confidence from the inside outIs curious about the connection between voice, presence, and nervous system regulationIs ready to stop performing and start expressingWhether you’re a leader, speaker, creator, or simply someone wanting to show up more fully in life, this episode offers a powerful reframe on what speaking is really for and how it can change you.

August 21, 2025Episode 6739 min

From SINGLE Mom to Global Speaker | Lynette Louise

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with neurofeedback therapist and global speaker Lynette Louise for a raw conversation about what it really takes to turn your life story into a speaking career.In this episode, Lynette opens up about raising six kids (four with special needs), why she hesitated to speak at first, and the unexpected emotional cost of sharing your truth on stage. Her story didn’t just inspire audiences, it transformed her life.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value‑focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Lynette’s Socials:Website: https://www.lynettelouise.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynette-louise-the-brain-broad-4aa8291Ryan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1

August 14, 2025Episode 6642 min

From BURNOUT to Building a Life That Matters | Daniel Glyde

TEDx Speaker Ryan Brady sits down with Dan to talk about how burning out at a dream job turned into a complete transformation of life and purpose.In this episode, Dan shares the story of leaving a 20‑year BBC career after a panic attack, why success as the world defines it almost cost him everything, and how coaching and speaking gave him a new mission to help others avoid the same path.The SpeakingToExpand podcast, hosted by Ryan Brady, features value‑focused conversations with top speakers, business leaders, and TEDx organizers.Daniel's Socials:Website: https://mailchi.mp/e15b2ad66a32/positive-masculinity-mastermindLinkedIn: https://https://www.linkedin.com/in/danglydecoach/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Egoogle%2Ecom%2F&originalSubdomain=ukRyan’s Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanwbrady/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.w.brady/reels/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan.w.brady?_t=8l5esaL23WV&_r=1