District 83 - Northern New Jersey, Rockland County New York & Staten Island New York

 

Club Anniversaries This Month

Charter DateClub NameAnniversary
March 1st 2020Collective Communication MastersCelebrating 6 Year Anniversary
March 1st 1994Conquerors ClubCelebrating 32 Year Anniversary
March 29th 2002Impact 21 ClubCelebrating 24 Year Anniversary
March 1st 1961TM of Westfield ClubCelebrating 65 Year Anniversary
March 21st 2017Queen City TMCelebrating 9 Year Anniversary
March 4th 2008Speakers of the HouseCelebrating 18 Year Anniversary
March 1st 1995Brunswick Toastmasters ClubCelebrating 31 Year Anniversary
March 27th 2025ALIANZA ToastmastersCelebrating 1 Year Anniversary

 

Traveling Gavel

The Traveling Gavel is currently at Speak and Lead Toastmasters Club. Captured on Jan-14-2026.
Here are the rules if you would like to capture the gavel for your club.

1. Contact the host club. Current contact is Steven Drapkin E-Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
2. Get three members of your club to attend the meeting of the club that currenly has the gavel.
3. Particpate in the meeting.
4.Submit form with details about the meeting. Click Here to Submit Gavel Capture
5.Proudly display the virtual traveling gavel on your club website.

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Podcasting Specialty Club Interest Meeting

April 2, 2026

7:00pm ET

 

Proposal to Charter a Toastmasters Specialty Club for Podcasting

District 83



Proposed Club Name: The Podcasters’ Lab Toastmasters (working title)

 

Purpose of the Club

 

The proposed Podcasting Specialty Club will provide a structured, supportive environment for members to develop the communication, technical, and leadership skills required to create, host, and grow successful podcasts. Using the Toastmasters education program as its foundation, the club will tailor meetings and projects to the unique needs of podcasters and aspiring podcasters.

 

Rationale / Need for Podcasting Specialty Club

 

Podcasting is one of the fastest-growing communication platforms and aligns strongly with the Toastmasters mission of developing communication and leadership skills. Many Toastmasters are already creating or considering podcasts for professional branding, education, advocacy, or personal growth.

 

Chartering a podcast specialty club within District 83 would:

 

  • Provide local and district-based support for interested members
  • Attract new members who may not otherwise join Toastmasters
  • Enhance the district’s specialty club offerings
  • Strengthen Toastmasters’ relevance in modern digital communication

 

Target Audience

 

  • Current Toastmasters interested in podcasting
  • Professionals using podcasts for branding or business development
  • Content creators, educators, coaches, and entrepreneurs
  • Individuals interested in improving vocal delivery, interviewing, and storytelling skills
  • Members seeking a complementary club to their home club

 

Club Format and Structure

 

  • Meeting Type: Online (with potential hybrid options)
  • Meeting Frequency: Bi-weekly or monthly (to be finalized)
  • Meeting Length: 60–90 minutes
  • Charter Type: Specialty Club (non-traditional focus)

 

Meeting Customization

 

While following the standard Toastmasters meeting framework, meetings will be customized to include:

 

  • Podcast-focused prepared speeches (e.g., episode delivery, storytelling, thought leadership)
  • Interview-style Table Topics
  • Evaluations focused on vocal quality, clarity, pacing, and audience engagement
  • Educational segments on podcast planning, branding, production, and growth
  • Optional peer feedback on recorded podcast segments

 

Education Program

 

Members will use the Toastmasters Pathways program, with encouragement to select paths aligned with podcasting skills, such as:

 

  • Presentation Mastery
  • Strategic Relationships
  • Persuasive Influence
  • Engaging Humor
  • Dynamic Leadership

 

Projects may be adapted to podcast-specific goals while remaining Pathways-compliant.

 

Conclusion

 

Chartering a Podcasting Specialty Club aligns with Toastmasters’ mission while embracing modern communication platforms. This club would provide meaningful value to current members, attract new audiences, and position District 83 as forward-thinking and innovative.

 

Register HERE

Podcasting Specialty Club Interest Meeting

April 2, 2026

7:00pm ET

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MISSION STATEMENT
TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL MISSION
We empower individuals to become more
effective communicators and leaders.
DISTRICT MISSION
We build new clubs and support all clubs in
achieving excellence.
CLUB MISSION
We provide a supportive and positive learning experience
in which members are empowered to
develop communication and leadership skills,
resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.

 

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