[37:41] Meet Morag Mathieson, the 2023--2024 Toastmasters International President from Germany. Morag is Toastmasters’ second-ever International President from Europe, and the first female International President from outside North America. A member for 17 years, she is a member of 3 clubs. On today’s episode, President Matheison shares about her Toastmasters journey, her leadership philosophy, and her post-pandemic vision for the organization.

#236: Never Close the Circle—2023-24 International President Morag Mathieson, DTM

[30:44] Meet Distinguished Toastmaster Aletta Rochat, the 2025–2026 Toastmasters International President from Cape Town, South Africa. Aletta is an inner life skills wisdom partner and certified coach, an accomplished author and global speaker who has delivered training in 21 countries. She also coaches TEDx speakers to craft messages that leave a lasting impact. In August 2025, she made history as the first International President from Africa and only the tenth woman in 100 years to lead Toastmasters International.

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#236: Never Close the Circle—2023-24 International President Morag Mathieson, DTM

#236: Never Close the Circle—2023-24 International President Morag Mathieson, DTM

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