Delight in the Limelight
Do you dread speaking in public? Would you love to LOVE the limelight? Join me each week for processes and expert tips to overcome the anxiety and free up your self-expression. My goal is to excite, motivate, and inspire you along your journey to make speaking something you look forward to. I’ll als...
Recent Episodes
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May 22, 2026
072. Confident Communication With Your Dog Friends
Do dogs make you a little nervous – even the friendly ones? Or do you adore your own dog but wish walks or visitors were less stressful? Then today's episode of the Delight in the Limelight Podcast is for you! I chat with Theresa Kolpakova – certified positive reinforcement dog trainer and canine behavior specialist with more than two decades of experience – about how the relationship we build with dogs isn't about control, it's about respect and clear communication. Listen in to discover: -
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Aug. 29, 2025
071. Stop Shrinking When It’s Your Turn to Speak
Gabe Marusca is the host of the Authority in the Wild podcast, who speaks with entrepreneurs worldwide. However he struggles to feel this same ease when speaking in groups of native English speakers as well as in front of large audiences. This holds him back from making new connections at conferences and other events, or from speaking comfortably on stage. In our coaching session, we unpacked the root beliefs behind Gabe’s anxiety. The result? At his next conference in Bucharest, he was able
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Aug. 8, 2025
070. Mindful Performance and Presence for Speaking Confidence
What if confidence wasn’t about pushing through fear but about clearing the way for your most natural, grounded, and powerful presence? If you struggle with nerves before speaking or wish you could feel more present and authentic in front of an audience, this episode of the Delight in the Limelight Podcast is for you! This time, I talk with Will Schneider—former actor, yoga teacher, and co-host of Men Talking Mindfulness—about how meditation, movement, and mindset can shape the way we show up.
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July 25, 2025
069. Finding Your Voice in Collaborations
Have you ever been part of a collaborative project where one person has dominated? In this episode, I’m joined by the three co-hosts of 5-Minute Career Hacks - Candyce Wade, Alicia Wade, and Jamila Brown - who have spent nearly a decade working together as a powerhouse team. With 60+ years of combined experience in corporate leadership, project management, HR, and mentorship, they know firsthand what it takes to elevate your voice in a collaborative environment. Listen to our conversation to
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July 11, 2025
068. Wait… I Can Say That? Selling Without Feeling Salesy
Does talking about your product or service make you feel salesy or uncomfortable? Then today’s episode of the Delight in the Limelight Podcast is for you! I chat with Darren Mitchell - former sales leader, coach, mentor, and host of The Exceptional Sales Leader Podcast - about how sales is truly the ultimate form of service. Darren shares his approach to selling with confidence, authenticity, and a genuine desire to help, while letting go of desperation and attachment to the outcome. Listen in
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June 20, 2025
067. From Stage to Sales: Clients Through Speaking
If you want to use speaking to grow your business, but you dread sounding salesy, this episode of the Delight in the Limelight Podcast is for you. I talk to Lorie-Ann Murabito, shy gal turned professional speaker, bestselling author, and host of the Be In Demand podcast. Lorie-Ann shares her framework for giving talks that attract clients, without pitching. Listen in to learn: - The seven blocks of a compelling speech - How to talk about your products and services without seeming “salesy” -