Stockholm Speakers Club

✨ Stockholm Speakers Club – Meeting Recap | 17 Nov ✨
Theme: Unite the Superpowers 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️

This week was something special — a collaborative meeting with one of our sister clubs, combining energy, creativity, and superpowers from both sides! ⚡️

💫 Opening
President Arezou welcomed all participants with warmth and gratitude, giving a special shout-out to Dona for bringing a fantastic group of guests and helping make the joint evening happen.

🎤 Toastmaster – Mubeen
Mubeen crafted a perfect theme for a joint meeting: Unite the Superpowers.
Through interactive group exercises, he helped everyone:
✨ Discover their own superpowers
✨ Combine strengths for greater impact
✨ Build meaningful connections
He kicked off with Captain Planet — reminding us that when we unite, we create real magic.

⚡️ Table Topics
AJ hosted a fun and lively Table Topics session using cards filled with superpowers, tricks, and treats — sparking bold, entertaining impromptu speeches.
Jumana delivered a constructive and encouraging evaluation.

🎙 Prepared Speeches

1️⃣ Kimberly – Icebreaker
A stunning Icebreaker about Shiny Object Syndrome — rich with humor, vocal variety, and wonderful confidence.
→ Evaluated by Greta, who gave clear and insightful commendations.

2️⃣ Faizal – “The Need Analysis”
A powerful storytelling speech about Zohran Mamdani, linking narrative to resilience and strategic thinking.
→ Evaluated by Erik, who offered thoughtful guidance.

3️⃣ Vilasini – “Like No One Is Watching!”
A joyful, energetic speech about her journey from yoga instructor to dancer — filled with humor and authenticity.
→ Evaluated by Anupa, who delivered warm, constructive feedback.

📝 Evaluation Reports

Antira – Grammarian: Clear, focused, and attentive to language.

Dan – Timer: Managed timing with precision and calm.

Dona – Ah-Counter: Delivered a detailed and supportive report.

Joachim – Story Hunter: Captured the narrative flow of the evening brilliantly.

🌟 General Evaluator – Stephen
Stephen delivered a memorable GE report — assigning superhero titles like The Playmaker, Madam Dictionary, Ms Kindly, The Headmaster, and The Dynamo. A fun and insightful masterclass in evaluation.

📢 Announcements
Dan shared updates about the upcoming mock competition.

❤️ Wrap-Up
Arezou closed by thanking all participants and our sister club for joining forces.
Together, we truly united our superpowers. ✨

📅 Next Meeting: Monday, 24 November | 18:30 – 20:20
📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm
💬 Guests always welcome — free to attend!

🌍 Stockholm Speakers Club
The only bilingual (English + Swedish) Toastmasters club in Stockholm.

✨ Recap – Stockholm Speakers Club | 3 Nov 2025 ✨
Theme: The Art of the Assist 🤝

An inspiring night all about teamwork, support, and helping others shine! 🌟

💬 President Arezou opened with encouragement to face fears and just start.
🎤 Toastmaster Mubeen led with stories on how assisting matters — in sports, work, and life.
⚡️ Dan’s Table Topics brought amazing energy, with guests jumping in for impromptu speeches!
Jumana wrapped it up with thoughtful feedback.

🎙 Prepared Speeches:

Faizal – “Visuals & the Vision” (eval: AJ)

Harald – “How Happy Are You?” (eval: Faizal)

Erik – “Leading with Purpose” (eval: Harald)

🧭 Reports:
Joachim (Ah Counter) creative as always 🎯
Ursula (Grammarian) shared sharp language insights ✍️
Anupa aced her first timer role ⏱
Arezou (Story Hunter) captured our stories beautifully 📖
Stephen (General Evaluator) closed with uplifting feedback 🙌

💫 A night of courage, laughter & connection — because real success is when we help others rise!

📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm
📅 Next meeting: 10 Nov | 18:30–20:20
💬 Guests always welcome — FREE entry!

🌍 Stockholm Speakers Club – The only bilingual Toastmasters club in Stockholm 🇸🇪🇬🇧

✨ Stockholm Speakers Club – Workshop Night Recap (27 October 2025) ✨

What an energizing and insightful evening at our special workshop night! 💡

Our evening began with Dan, who warmly welcomed everyone and introduced the agenda. His positive energy and clear direction set the perfect tone for an evening of self-discovery and growth.

Then Johanna took the stage — and instantly captivated the audience with a heartfelt personal story. She shared a powerful truth: everything is created twice — first in the mind, then in reality. 🌱

Through her engaging storytelling and interactive exercises, Johanna helped participants explore their belief systems, reflect on what holds them back, and ultimately discover their inner superpowers — the strengths and values that make each of us unique. 💫

In small groups, everyone participated in reflective discussions and spontaneous, impromptu-style responses to thought-provoking questions. The room was filled with laughter, honesty, and inspiration as members uncovered new perspectives about themselves and others. 🎤

This workshop beautifully tied together self-awareness, storytelling, and public speaking, showing that confidence begins when we understand our story — and embrace the power within it.

💪 Every participant left with renewed energy, fresh insights, and a reminder that our true superpower is believing in ourselves.

📅 Next Meeting: Monday, 3 November
📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm
💬 Guests are always welcome — come and experience the art of storytelling and transformation!

🌍 Stockholm Speakers Club – The only bilingual Toastmasters club in Stockholm.

✨ Recap – Stockholm Speakers Club | 20 Oct 2025 ✨
Theme: “Dear Me…” 💌

A night of reflection, courage, and creativity! 🌟

💫 President Arezou inspired everyone with a story on overcoming fear — reminding us to just try.
🎤 Toastmaster of the Day Faizal kept the energy high with the 15-second “elevator pitch” challenge — and we heard some brilliant intros!

🗣 Table Topics: Ursula’s creative 4-word prompts brought playful, spontaneous speeches.
→ Evaluated by AJ with encouraging feedback.

🎙 Prepared Speeches:
🇸🇪 Dan – “Vad händer när…” (Eval: Leona)
🎨 Erik – “Speak in Colors” (Eval: Dan)
🧠 Mubeen – “Critical Thinking in the Era of Misinformation” (Eval: Harald)

🧭 Reports: Kimberley (Timer), Joachim (Ah Counter), John (Grammarian), Arezou (Story Hunter), Jumana (General Evaluator).

🎨 One guest even drew a speaker’s sketch during feedback — creativity at its best!

📅 Next Meeting: Mon, 27 Oct | 18:30–20:20
✨ Special workshop night!
📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm

🌍 The only bilingual Toastmasters club in Stockholm.

✨ Stockholm Speakers Club – 6 Oct 2025 ✨
Theme: Dare to Fail ❤️

Failure isn’t falling — it’s flying with courage! 💪

🔥 Stephen opened with warmth.
🎙 Dan (Toastmaster of the Day) reminded us that courage means showing up again.

💡 Jumana’s creative Table Topics — from Nemo to Kung Fu Panda! Guests jumped in with fearless energy 👏
Harald gave thoughtful feedback.

🎵 Prepared Speeches
🎹 Lisa Wong – “From Piano Keys to Public Speaking” – her beautiful Icebreaker, blending music & courage.
→ Evaluated by Dan 🎯

💼 Erik Johansson – “Corporate Strategies for Humans” – witty, sharp & human-centered.
→ Evaluated by Mubeen 💼

👏 Jyotika – “Tapping & Clapping for Vibrant Health” – full of energy & audience engagement!
→ Evaluated by Faizal 🌟

🧭 Evaluation Team
Mai (Timer) ⏱ | Ursula (Ah Counter) 🎯 | Joachim (Grammarian – first role!) 📝 | May (General Evaluator) 🌟 | Stephen (Story Hunter) 📖

❤️ Some even heard “Dare to Wear Red” instead of “Dare to Fail!” 😄

📅 Next: Mon, 13 Oct | 18:30–20:20
📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm
💬 Guests join FREE — DM us!

🌍 Stockholm Speakers Club – The only bilingual Toastmasters club in Stockholm.

✨ Recap – Stockholm Speakers Club Meeting – 29 September 2025 ✨
Theme: Knowing When to Let Go

The evening opened with our Vice President of Education Erik Johansson, who shared a powerful story about a boy terrified of public speaking — and how that fear disappeared once he simply started speaking. A beautiful reminder that courage often comes not before, but after, we take the first step. 🌟

Our Toastmaster of the Day, Jumana Alomary, continued with warmth and openness. She introduced the theme “Knowing When to Let Go” through a personal story that resonated deeply with the audience. Her ability to connect with honesty set a reflective and inspiring tone for the entire evening.

🎤 Table Topics – Thinking on Your Feet
Arshad (AJ) led the impromptu speaking session with creativity, inviting both members and guests to step up and share their thoughts. The enthusiasm was contagious — the stage was alive with spontaneous energy.
Mubeen A. delivered a thoughtful Table Topics evaluation, offering constructive and encouraging feedback to everyone who dared to speak on the spot.

🎤 Prepared Speeches – Stories that Stay with You

Raymond – “There are Lies, Damned Lies, and Then There Are Statistics”
With sharp wit and humor, Raymond explored how statistics can sometimes mislead us. It was a clever, engaging speech from his Engaging Humor pathway that left the audience both laughing and reflecting.
→ Evaluation by Stephen Svanholm, who praised Raymond’s delivery while also pointing out areas to make his humor even sharper.
Faizal Mahroof – “In the Bed at Midnight”
An emotional, deeply engaging second speech that showcased tonal variety and vulnerability. Faizal drew us into his world and kept the room hanging on his every word.
→ Evaluation by Felicia, who highlighted his powerful presence and offered feedback on refining structure for even greater impact.

🛠 Role Highlights – The Backbone of the Meeting

Harald Mo – Ah Counter, turning what could be a technical role into a humorous highlight of the evening
Ursula O'Connor – Timer, ensuring smooth pacing and balance throughout the agenda ⏱️
Joakim – Grammarian, courageously stepping into his very first role as a brand-new member. His bravery and performance reminded us all that growth begins with trying. 👏

🎓 General Evaluation
Our General Evaluator Faizal Mahroof closed the evening by weaving together observations and insights from across the meeting. His feedback emphasized not just what we did well, but how we can grow — showing once again the true value of Toastmasters.

👏 With laughter, courage, honesty, and reflection, this meeting reminded us that “letting go” is not about loss — it’s about making space for growth.

📅 Next Meeting
🗓 Monday, 6 October | 18:30–20:20
📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm
💌 Guests join FREE — DM us for your spot!

🌍 Stockholm Speakers Club – the only bilingual Toastmasters club in Stockholm.

✨ Recap – Stockholm Speakers Club Meeting – 22 September 2025 ✨
Theme: It’s All in the Mind 🧠

This week’s meeting was filled with stories, energy, and insights that reminded us once again how Toastmasters is more than just speeches — it’s a space for growth, connection, and confidence. 🌟

🙌 Opening
Our Club President Arezou set the tone with a heartfelt welcome to all guests and members. She shared a touching story of a little girl and reminded us that public speaking is not a stage to fear, but a playground to explore with curiosity and joy. 🎠

🎤 Toastmaster of the Evening
With warmth and energy, May Isen introduced the evening’s theme: “It’s all in the mind”. Her guidance kept the flow engaging and meaningful.

🎤 Table Topics
Dan Svedén invited members and guests to shine in impromptu speeches — and this time, many guests stepped forward! 👏 The enthusiasm in the room was inspiring.
Mandy Mai provided thoughtful evaluations of the session.

🔥 Prepared Speeches

Faizal Mahroof – “The Reflection”: a moving speech about the importance of mentoring.
👉 Evaluated by Julia, who praised the strong storytelling while offering tips for sharper structure.
Jumana Alomary – “Water the Grass You Stand On”: a heartfelt talk on relationship dynamics.
👉 Evaluated by Erik, who highlighted her authentic delivery and gave suggestions for deeper audience connection.
Harald Mo – “Want to be Happy? Help Someone to be Happy”: an uplifting presentation filled with amazing energy and vibes.
👉 Evaluated by Arezou, who commended the positive energy and shared ideas on refining key takeaways.

💬 General Evaluation
Our General Evaluator Mubeen tied the evening together with insightful, constructive feedback — offering valuable takeaways for speakers, evaluators, and role players alike. 🌟

🛠 Other Roles

Ursula O'Connor (Grammarian) introduced the Word of the Day: Clarity ✨ and carried out her role with precision.
Arshad (Ah Counter) kept us mindful of filler words.
Jumana Alomary (Timer) did a fantastic job in her first-ever timer role! 👏

👏 With stories, spontaneity, and supportive feedback, this meeting was another reminder of how Toastmasters nurtures both confident speakers and strong communities.

📅 Next Meeting
🗓 Monday, 29 September 2025
⏰ 18:30–20:20
📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm

📍 We are the only bilingual Toastmasters club in Stockholm (English + Swedish).

🍁 Stockholm Speakers Club Recap – 15 September 2025 🍁
Theme: Autumn Feelings 🎯

✨ Did you know? We are the only bilingual Toastmasters club in Stockholm — where both English and Swedish speeches are delivered. A place where cultures, voices, and ideas come together to grow!

The evening began with a heartfelt welcome from our Stand-in President Stephen Svanholm 🙌. Then, with elegance and purpose, our Toastmaster of the Evening Dan Svedén took the reins and guided us through a warm, inspiring, and energetic session.

🎤 Table Topics
Our Table Topic Master Arshad brought everyone—members and guests—into the spotlight with impromptu speeches. Laughter, creativity, and courage made this session a true crowd favorite! 🌟

🎤 Prepared Speeches

Mubeen Arshid delivered a moving social speech project Eulogy: “The Voice of Alex” — taking us on an emotional journey with tonal variety. 🎶

Erik Johansson shared a super practical presentation on choosing Toastmasters Pathways & using EasySpeak — a real gift for our new members and guests. 💡

Herald Mo inspired us with “The Art of Explaining Something Hard to Explain”, blending science and insight on how energy and vibes shape our lives. ⚡

🎓 Evaluating the Evaluators

Feedback is the backbone of Toastmasters!
Our General Evaluator Mandy Mai wrapped up the evening with constructive insights on speeches, evaluations, and roles. Alongside her, Ursula O'Connor, Felicia, and Jumana (plus our Timer, Ah Counter & Grammarian) reminded us why evaluation is a true art form.

With learning, laughter, and applause echoing through the room, the evening proved once again that constructive feedback doesn’t just make better speakers—it builds stronger communities.

📅 Next Meeting:
🗓 Monday, 22 September 2025
⏰ 18.30–20.20
📍 Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm

💌 Guest admission is FREE — DM us for your invitation! Your seat in the audience is waiting for you. 🌟

We’re rolling out the red carpet for an evening themed around Celebrations” because who doesn’t love a reason to party!?

You know what else we are excited about? Erik will host as Toastmaster of the evening for his first time! He certainly got a boost after his icebreaker speech last week.

As for our speaker lineup we will have:
•⁠ ⁠Mubeen: “A Toast Without Glasses”
•⁠ ⁠Stephen will give a viewing of his spoken word video “The Doorway to Imagination”
•⁠ ⁠Raymond: “Den mörka sidan av AI”

Curious about who’s running the table topics or what surprises the evening holds? Are you also on the hunt for fresh inspiration for holidays and all sorts of celebrations worth popping confetti for? Come and find out, we would love to see you there!

Monday, June 16 at 18:30
Folkuniversitetet, Stockholm

🏆 We Did It! Stockholm Speakers Club Achieves President’s Distinguished Status 🎉

We’re proud to announce that Toastmasters Stockholm Speakers Club was officially the first club in the Division (Sweden and Norway) to achieve President’s Distinguished Club status this year — the highest recognition awarded by Toastmasters International! 🌟

This achievement reflects the incredible dedication, consistency, and passion of our members and leadership team. From empowering speeches and strong mentorship to high-quality meetings and active member growth, we've raised the bar together.

Whether you're looking to improve your public speaking, grow as a leader, or just meet an inspiring group of people — there’s never been a better time to join us.

Thank you to our dear president Stephen Svanholm and every member, guest, and board member who helped make this possible. Let’s keep reaching higher!

Last Monday, we had an exciting evening at Stockholm Toastmasters with Faizal stepping up as Toastmaster for the very first time. He masterfully guided us through the theme "On Purpose", members and guests alike brought the topic to life with insightful, entertaining reflections that lit up the room.
We were treated to a series of memorable speeches:
Harald, true to form, took us on an emotional travel, so gripping we nearly had to shout, “Stop it!”
Mubeen reminded us of the power of negotiation, emphasising that real success lies in finding the win-win.
Erik brought us back to our playful roots, encouraging us to nurture curiosity on his first speech, hooray!
The second part of the meeting focused on feedback and evaluations, with Ursula leading the session with clarity and poise. Kudos to her and the entire feedback team for delivering thoughtful, constructive insights! Big thanks to everyone who made the evening inspiring, fun, and meaningful.

Join us at for yet another exciting club meeting this evening in Room 522 at Folkuniversitetet in Stockholm. 6:30pm. Our Toastmaster Of The Week Faizal will take the reins for the first time and lead us purposefully through the theme of the week, "On Purpose".
And we will enjoy speeches, with a chance for feedback from everyone, from Harald, and Mubeen. Erik will give his first speech, the Icebreaker.
Plus, you can try your hand at a short impromptu speech with a random question from our Table Topic Master Raymond.

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