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PODCAST

Captivate the Mic: Master Public Speaking & Video, Build Confidence and Boost Visibility

Elaine Williams

ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗Captivate the Mic with Elaine Williams is THE podcast for coaches, speakers, authors, lawyers and really anyone who speaks under pressure who wants to master the art of captivating speaking.This podcast is for you if you are looking to craft compelling stories, develop a charismatic voice, expand your executive stage presence and have fun while doing it!Our multiple award-winning host and her guests will give you, the aspiring captivating speaker, the tools you need to maximize

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12:06

Rewriting the Narrative: Women, Words & the Power to...

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2025/11/01

Send us a text In this empowering episode of Captivate the Mic, host Elaine Williams sits down with bestselling author Kirsten Weiss, the mastermind behind over 70 cozy mystery novels, including Legacy of the Witch and the beloved Tea & Tarot series. Together, they explore how storytelling, humor, and resilience help women reclaim their voices — both on the page and in real life. Kirsten shares how her strong female characters are shaped by real transformation: rebuilding after loss, fin...

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37:01

The Truth About Getting Paid to Speak — Real Talk...

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2025/10/08

Send us a text Show Notes In this candid and insightful conversation, Elaine sits down with veteran speaker manager Julie Cooley, who has worked with hundreds of speakers through NSA, the Colorado Speaker Academy, and her own business helping thought leaders build sustainable, profitable speaking careers. If you’ve ever wondered why your inbox isn’t filling with paid gig offers yet — this episode will clear the fog. Julie shares the truth behind “overnight success” myths in the speaking wor...

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31:48

🌟 The Art of Being Seen: Frankie Ann on Storytelling,...

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2025/10/02

Send us a text Elaine welcomes Frankie Ann — a multi-talented singer, dancer, comedian, and producer — for a heart-to-heart about visibility, validation, and the messy beauty of creative life. Frankie Ann shares her journey through the highs of national tours and TV appearances, the lows of health setbacks, and the ultimate realization: your art becomes more powerful when you stop seeking approval and start creating from love. Takeaways: Early recognition doesn’t guarantee smooth sailing — ...

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14:11

Own the Room: How to Command Attention & Take Up Space!

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2025/09/26

Send us a textIn this solo episode of Captivate the Mic, Elaine Williams breaks down the art (and science) of owning the room—whether you’re speaking to 10 people in a meeting or 10,000 from a stage.Elaine shares insider performance tips that comedians, actors, and speakers use to instantly command attention, engage distracted audiences, and create unforgettable presence. From reclaiming the stage when no one’s paying attention, to planting yourself with executive presence, to warming up your voice

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30:05

The Power of Relatability: Why Humor and...

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2025/09/03

Send us a text In this powerful conversation, Elaine sits down with Salvatore Manzi, a corporate speaking expert who helps purpose-driven leaders translate complex, data-rich ideas into clear, compelling messages. With decades of experience coaching executives and teams, Salvatore shares practical tools to elevate communication, build presence, and lead with authenticity. You’ll hear insights on: 🔹 How to break down complex ideas so people lean in instead of glaze over🔹 Why executive

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36:27

From Glam to Grit: John Reveals the Truth Behind the...

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2025/08/12

Send us a text In this candid and insightful episode, I sit down with my friend John Aslanian, a seasoned beauty industry insider, to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes of the glamour world. John reveals surprising truths about the beauty business, the pressures it creates, and the myths we’ve been sold about looking “perfect.” We explore why true beauty is about confidence, presence, and self-acceptance — and how real transformation happens from the inside out. If you’ve ever...

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46:50

Addicted to Approval: What Happens When You Stop...

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2025/07/30

Send us a text In this bold and soul-baring episode, Elaine is joined by powerhouse coach and speaker Jacquie Grillon for a truth-packed deep dive into people pleasing, perfectionism, and what it really takes to unlearn the conditioning that keeps women stuck, silent, and drained. From Catholic school trauma to addiction, codependency, and overgiving in work and relationships — Jacquie shares her personal story of growing up in dysfunction and how she began the lifelong process of reclaiming ...

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42:10

Finding Happy: Hollywood Stories, Foster Care Truths...

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2025/07/08

Send us a text ✨ Show Notes: In this profoundly moving episode of Captivate the Mic, Elaine Williams sits down with Peter Samuelson — Hollywood producer of over 27 films, founder of seven life-changing charities, and author of Finding Happy. Peter opens up about the inspiration behind his book — part memoir, part mentor-in-your-pocket — written to guide young people (and honestly, any of us) through life’s biggest questions. He shares gripping stories from the movie sets of Hollywood and the...

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19:17

The Power of WE: Building Trust from the Inside Out!

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2025/06/05

Send us a text 🔍In this heartfelt and deeply insightful episode, Elaine Williams welcomes Ron Reich back for part two of their conversation on leadership, mission statements, and the ripple effect of healthy (or toxic) workplace culture. Ron shares powerful real-world stories from his decades of leadership training—including one tearful turning point with a struggling plant manager—and how true leadership starts with empathy, self-awareness, and connection. Elaine also shares a vulnerable

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7:10

The Power of Being Around Horses and the Healing That...

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2025/06/04

Send us a text My cousin, Melissa Williams, 10X World Champion with different breeds and different divisions, shares her experience growing up with horses and the many things she learned from them in this short clip from a longer interview. If you want more info about anything related to horses, leadership retreats, equine therapy, trainings, Captivate the Crowd or Casa BlancaVentures, please see the earlier full episode with Melissa and Elaine. Connect with your Host, Elaine Williams: ...

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26:07

The Power of the Pause: Culture, Change & Real...

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2025/05/23

Send us a text 📝 Show Notes Summary In this powerful episode, Elaine welcomes her first male guest to Captivate the Mic — master trainer, leadership consultant, and communicator Ron Reich. Together, they explore what leadership truly looks like in 2025 and how the best leaders today are creating space, safety, and culture from the inside out. Ron shares wisdom on how to handle emotionally charged situations using his “PRD Model” (Pause, Reflect, Decide), and offers strategies for building

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43:36

Unbridled Leadership: Elite Equestrian Secrets for...

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2025/04/22

Send us a text 📝 SHOW NOTES: In this heartfelt and wildly inspiring episode of Captivate the Mic, Elaine sits down with her brilliant, badass cousin Melissa Williams—a 10-time world champion equestrian, ranch owner, and lifelong horse whisperer. Melissa shares jaw-dropping stories from the show ring (think Olympic-level Saddlebreds and flying horses on “Air Force One” 🐴✈️), growing up with horses in Canada, and what it really takes to compete—and win—at the highest levels. But this

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17:25

From Kindness to Credibility: PR Tips & Insights with...

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2025/02/04

Send us a text In this inspiring and jam-packed episode of Captivate the Mic, Elaine Williams sits down with the phenomenal PR guru, Jill Lublin. Known for her expertise in media, kindness, and visibility, Jill shares golden nuggets of wisdom for entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and anyone looking to make an impact. ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: •The power of kindness circles and how they foster connection, growth, and positivity. •Why 30 minutes of visibility-building activities each w...

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27:02

Progress Over Perfect: Simple Shifts to Overcome the...

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2025/01/06

Send us a textEmbrace Your ‘Flawsome’: Conquering Perfectionism It’s the new year—which means new possibilities and a whole lot of self-imposed pressure. In this episode of Captivate the Mic, host Elaine Williams welcomes Michelle Molitor, an executive coach, hypnotherapist, and author of I Am Perfectly Flossom: How Embracing Imperfection Makes Us Better. Michelle shares her journey of being bullied out of a high-tech career and how that turbocharged her own perfectionism & imp...

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29:08

Breaking Old Patterns: Finding Self-Love, Healing,...

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2024/12/17

Send us a textIn this episode of the Captivate the Mic podcast, host Elaine Williams welcomes transformational guide Dr. Jen Casper. Dr. Jen shares her deeply personal journey through a series of challenging relationships— from short-lived marriages to living with a narcissist. Through these trials, one theme emerged: her need to truly love and value herself. By learning to honor her own worth, Dr. Jen discovered the key to attracting a healthy, relationship—one that exceeded her dreams.Elain...

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23:45

Creating Collaborative Magic: How to Build...

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2024/11/27

Send us a textIf you've ever wanted to work on your public speaking but the thought of being in front of an audience has freaked you out, listen to this episode. When you can think of your audience as your partner and realize that they WANT you to be good, it changes everything. You get your power back. I learned this from improv, acting school and doing stand up comedy, but it doesn't have to take you as long as it did for me to learn the benefits of partnering with any audience. N...

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10:08

From Punchline to Powerhouse: Heather Zeitzwolfe...

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2024/11/13

Send us a textAnytime you get to talk to Heather, you have fun, for real!Joins us as we discuss life lessons in business and how to make lemonade out of lemons! (and how she turned the worst store into one of the best stores!)She's a great story teller and has a great sense of humor about herself and life!She never shoves her vegan lifestyle down your face. She's always gracious and happy to answer any and all questions....Heather Zeitzwolfe: Savvy Frugal Vegan "Compassion starts on our ...

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25:19

Raw and Real: Conversations That Spark Life-Changing...

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2024/10/29

This conversation was LIFE CHANGING for me! Jennifer and I spoke about collapsing Confidence with Worthiness. It was a true light bulb moment for me. She's been a powerful stand for others and has had several successful podcasts.You are going to LOVE this conversation! Jennifer Loehding is a success architect, entrepreneur, and certified DreamBuilder Coach dedicated to guiding high-achieving individuals toward holistic success. With over 23 years of entrepreneurial experience, Jennifer helps ...

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18:08

Living Your Dream Life: The First Step is Knowing...

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2024/10/17

This is where Elaine and Tracie take a deep dive into the concept of "Worthy" and why so many people struggle with it.As two heart centered, hustling fierce females who've been through a lot, share parts of their stories, laughing at the craziness of life, you will leave feeling uplifted and inspired to take action with the rest of your day!Tracie Root is a dynamic speaker, coach, and bestselling author who transformed her life after personal tragedy. Following the loss of her partner t...

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Teaser Trailer: Living Your Dream Life: The First...

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2024/10/15

This is the teaser to the main event where Elaine and Tracie take a deep dive into the concept of "Worthy" and why so many people struggle with it. As two heart centered, hustling fierce females who've been through a lot, share parts of their stories, laughing at the craziness of life, you will leave feeling uplifted and inspired to take action with the rest of your day!Tracie Root is a dynamic speaker, coach, and bestselling author who transformed her life after personal tragedy. Following t...

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