The Big Talk with Tricia Brouk

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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.

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September 8, 2026Episode 76711 min

Ten Years of The Big Talk: And The Importance of Keeping Your Word

This week, we are celebrating 10 years of The Big Talk Podcast, and I am so grateful you are here for it! Ten years. Over 700 episodes. Not a single week missed. In this special anniversary episode, I reflect on what a decade of showing up has taught me — not just about podcasting, but about consistency, trust, and what it truly means to keep your word. Tune in to discover: Why consistency is the most valuable currency you can build in your career, and what 10 years of never missing a week actually proves Why waiting until you feel ready is the one thing guaranteed to keep you from ever starting How the promises you make to yourself are just as sacred as the ones you make to your audience, your clients, and your team More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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

September 1, 2026Episode 76631 min

Your Voice Is Medicine: Reclaiming Your Voice After Trauma with Jackie Graves

Today, I'm joined by the remarkable Jackie Graves, an English and Creative Writing Professor, Soul Voice Activator, and a beloved member of The Big Talk community. Jackie spent 20 years helping thousands of students find their voices and transform their lives. Now, she helps visionaries liberate their voices so they can step out and change the world. And her own story of reclaiming her voice is one you won't want to miss. In this episode, we'll explore: What it truly means to be a light worker, and why you may already be one without knowing it How childhood silence and trauma can shut down your soul gift, and what it takes to reclaim it What soul voice activation is and why connecting your creativity, your power, and your expression may be the most important thing you do as a leader and speaker Jackie's current favorites: Book: Wild by Cheryl Strayed , Speaker: Malcolm X, and Podcast: Erika Alsborn's podcast, "Yes, Please" More from Jackie Graves Her free gift to our community: Activate Your Voice Meditation Website: www.jackiegraves.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jackie.graves.10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackiegraves510/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiegraves510/ Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/jackiegraves More from Tricia Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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

August 25, 2026Episode 76512 min

Why Listening Is As Important as Speaking

In this episode, I deconstruct Steven Spielberg's new film Disclosure Day — which I happened to see on the Fourth of July, on the 250th anniversary of this country, in a theater in New York City. The timing was unplanned. The way it landed was not. Tune in to discover: Why integrity is simpler than we think, and why we so often talk ourselves out of it anyway What withholding truth has to do with division, and how speakers and leaders do this more than they realize Why the last word of the film stopped me cold, and what it means for anyone who wants to use their voice to unite rather than divide More from Tricia Publish your book with The Big Talk Press Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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

August 18, 2026Episode 76427 min

How to Lead with Integrity in a Polarized World with Maria DeLorenzis

Today, I'm joined by an amazing friend and speaker, Maria DeLorenzis Reyes. Maria is an executive leadership coach who specializes in challenging conventional norms and fostering cultures of belonging and high performance. As CEO and Founder of Training Innovations and MDR Brands, she has transformed over 1,600 companies, delivered over 5,800 presentations and trained 400,000+ people. Her extensive knowledge and speaking skills make her a sought-after coach, consultant, and speaker. Maria is also the creator and host of the "Finding the Upside" podcast and TV series. Her book, Unedited: Women's Stories of Truth, Identity, and Transformation That Shapes Leadership, is for anyone who has let a label hold them back from standing fully in who they are. In this episode, we'll explore: Why true belonging in the workplace starts with hospitality and treating every person with equal care, attention, and welcome What it truly means to be a rebel leader and why that's a good thing How to lead with integrity, and why values mean nothing without the actions and behaviors to back them up Her current favorites: Book: Being Smart Is Stupid and The Art of Contemplation , Speaker: Michelle Obama, and Podcast: The Curiosity Shop More from Maria Her previous appearance on the podcast in Episode 714 Website: mariadr.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MariaDeLorenzisReyes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadelorenzisreyes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themariadr/ More from Tricia Publish your book with The Big Talk Press Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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

August 11, 2026Episode 76312 min

The Hidden Cost of Living on Autopilot (and How to Show Up Fully)

In this episode, I share something that happened on my way to vote that stopped me in my tracks — three words spoken so flatly, so matter-of-factly, that I couldn't stop thinking about them for the rest of the morning. "I'm just here." Those three words revealed something I think a lot of us are doing without even realizing it, and it's quietly costing us more than we know. Tune in to discover: What "I'm just here" actually means, and why it's not the same as being tired, burned out, or introverted What it costs you every single time you drift into autopilot — in your leadership, your speaking, and your life Four concrete ways to come back to full presence, even when you've been going through the motions for a long time More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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

August 4, 2026Episode 76231 min

Defending Our Democracy One Conversation at a Time with Linda Lorelle

Today, I am joined by the amazing Linda Lorelle. Linda is an Emmy- and Gracie Award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, speaker, moderator, and host of the award-winning podcast Our Voices Matter. As Co-founder of the democracy project, Civil Dialogues, she travels the country creating a safe space for Americans to engage with each other about difficult issues affecting the country. In this episode, Linda and I explore what it truly means to listen across the divide, and why that might be the most important skill any of us can develop right now. When you tune in, you'll discover: The importance of listening with curiosity rather than judgment to bridge divides Why creating safe spaces for difficult conversations isn't just idealistic — it's essential to democracy How looking at where we are now through a historical lens is both grounding and hopeful Linda's current favorites: Books: If I Ruled the World by Amy Dubois Barnett and How Not To Use AI by Abi Awomosu , Speaker: Maya Angelou, and Podcast: Fresh Air More from Linda Lorelle Substack: https://lindalorelle.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-lorelle More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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

July 28, 2026Episode 76112 min

Treating Your Speaking Like a Business: Why It Matters and How to Do It

In this episode, I share exactly what happened when Live Nation — the world's largest live entertainment company — came to my contact form, and what it revealed about what it really means to treat speaking like a business. The speakers who will be on the biggest stages next year are building their assets right now. The ones who aren't? They're already missing the window. Tune in to discover: Why having the right assets in place is the difference between a decision-maker moving on in two seconds and reaching out to book you How far in advance the speaking industry actually books, and why most speakers are pitching too late What it truly means to show up like a pro and the one question you can ask yourself right now to find out if you're ready More from Tricia Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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

July 21, 2026Episode 76033 min

Amplifying the Impact of Women Leaders with Kristin Thomas

Today, I'm joined by an amazing friend and thought leader, Kristin Thomas. Kristin is the Founder and CEO of Marble Collective, an AI-powered platform that connects, amplifies, and centralizes the digital legacies of remarkable women leaders so they can inspire, be role models, and create impact at scale. Backed by 300 women leaders and 70+ investors, Marble launches publicly this fall. In this episode, we'll explore: How resilience and adaptability shape entrepreneurial success Why listening is as powerful as speaking for influential voices The importance of following people, not just platforms, to create deeper connection Kristin's current favorites: Book: Untamed by Glennon Doyle , Speaker: Dr. Jane Goodall, Podcasts: Venture F , The Angel Next Door , & The Big Talk More from Kristin Thomas Website: http://marblecollective.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinthomas_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-thomas-1092a01b More from Tricia Get your copy of my latest book, Being Smart is Stupid Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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

July 14, 2026Episode 75711 min

How Doubt Can Undermine Business Relationships: And Why Effective Communication is Essential

In this episode, I explore one of the most quietly destructive forces in any business relationship: doubt. Drawing on John Patrick Shanley's Pulitzer Prize-winning play Doubt: A Parable, I examine what happens when doubt takes root between people in professional relationships. I also look at the moment when business relationships shift from relational to transactional, why defending yourself against doubt rarely works, and why naming the doubt is the most powerful thing an influential voice can do. When you tune in, you'll discover why: Doubt doesn't introduce new information — it reframes existing information Naming doubt openly is what saves or ends a relationship Influential leaders don't wait for doubt to resolve itself; they bring it into the light It's important to distinguish between doubt that serves growth and doubt that destroys relationships (and how to do this) More from Tricia Grab your copy of my new book, Being Smart Is Stupid Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop 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

July 7, 2026Episode 75829 min

How to Dress Confidently On Stage and Off with Natalie Tincher

Today's guest, Natalie Tincher, is the founder of BU Style and a certified image consultant. Since 2010, she's partnered with hundreds of clients, collaborated with corporations, and served as the global stylist for a major news network. As host of the Wear Who You Are podcast and a frequent voice in outlets like Business Insider, the Associated Press, InStyle, and Forbes, Natalie is known for her joyful, empowering approach to personal style. In this episode, we'll explore: Why style serves as your "first voice" before you even speak The way that clothing affects performance, and why removing the cognitive load of style decisions enhances high performance How to use style as a tool for confidence and authenticity Her current favorites: Book: The Mastery of Love , Speaker: Michelle Obama , and Podcast: Good Hang More from Natalie Tincher Instagram: @natalie_tincher Website: https://www.bu.style/ More from Tricia Go from idea to stage-ready with me inside The Big Talk Academy Mastery Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop 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