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In this special 4-year anniversary episode of the Voice4Chefs Podcast, host Michael Dugan sits in the guest chair—interviewed by Arthur J Byrnes from Podmasters Advanced Toastmasters Club. Michael shares his deeply personal journey through Toastmasters, revealing how it helped him conquer imposter syndrome, find his voice, and launch a globally recognized platform that amplifies the stories of chefs and culinary professionals worldwide.

This inspiring episode features reflections on growth, leadership, and the power of community—highlighting how a Toastmasters foundation helped shape a podcast that now reaches listeners across continents.

Plus, enjoy featured insights from:

Greg Gazin, co-host of The Official Toastmasters Podcast – On the power of storytelling and digital platforms for leadership

Whether you're a podcast creator, culinary professional, or Toastmaster, this episode will leave you motivated to pursue your passion with courage and clarity.

Key Takeaways:

• How Toastmasters helped Michael build confidence and launch Voice4Chefs
• Lessons learned from interviewing chefs, bakers, and culinary artists
• The link between public speaking, storytelling, and culinary leadership
• The importance of mentorship, community, and showing up authentically

00:57 Meet Arthur Byrnes

01:58 Interview with Michael Dugan Begins

03:20 Michael Dugan's Podcast Journey

04:28 The High-Performance Leadership Project

09:39 Memorable Podcast Episodes

14:54 Unexpected Opportunities Through Podcasting

26:13 Future Plans for Voice4Chefs

29:31 Podcasting Insights and Challenges

36:36 Round Robin Feedback

Toastmasters Resources

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Join Toastmasters: https://www.toastmasters.org/find-a-club

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