Best Edwin Charles Maher Podcasts (2025)

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Reducing over-dependence on NEWS during the Coronavirus crisis. 11:45

5y ago11:45

11:45

A follow up to episode 1 which outlines the easy technique for getting your mind and body into a restful state to ensure a good night's sleep. The Covid- 19 pandemic has produced another problem - our constant search for news updates right up to the time we should be winding down. In this episode, broadcast journalist and podcaster, Edwin Maher, in…

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Bored to Sleep - Episode 1: 'The method' and bonus bedtime story, Who was the Real Shakespeare? 13:46

6y ago13:46

13:46

A new podcast for getting to sleep without counting sheep! (Hopefully, you’ll never hear the end of it)Narrator- Edwin Charles MaherCover - Darcy Maher and RoxyAudio - Thanks to orangefreesounds.comSend comments via anchor.fm podcast app (or) anchor.fmEmail: [email protected]

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Episode 17 - Breathing for Speech Update and ‘Happy Holiday’ 13:31

6+ y ago13:31

13:31

This is the last episode in Series One and judging by your responses - one of the most listened-to episodes was about Breathing for Speech.Broadcaster Edwin Maher explains this technique and how to enjoy the benefits of using it as a warm-up to any public speech, work presentation or event where you ‘re asked to speak.Also in this episode, another …

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Episode 16 - Tongue Twisting 10:22

6+ y ago10:22

10:22

Tongue Twisters are a great way of helping us become more confident in our conversation, not only native English speakers but those who are learning the language.It helps our articulation to produce the right sounds - and stimulates the rhythm of speech. The tricks of tongue twisters come in the form of similar sounding words running together, chal…

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Episode 15 - When Winter Comes 14:17

6+ y ago14:17

14:17

Those of us in the northern hemisphere better watch out - winter’s on the way and our voices are at risk.Even in warm weather a cold can leave you speechless.Host Edwin Maher, is still short of vocal strength after being hit by an unexpected visitor last January.Hear the before, during and after in this episode of Speaking Naturally, and how to rev…

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Episode 14 - So You Want to be a News Anchor? 12:03

6+ y ago12:03

12:03

A listener’s email about becoming a news anchor has prompted Edwin Maher to reflect on the changing styles of broadcast news. One thing remains - a good voice - for TELLING stories rather than just READING them. David Eades is ‘master’ in the art of conversational news reading. Check him out on BBC World News.Either behind the microphone or in fron…

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Episode 13 - This Stress is Good for You! 15:43

6+ y ago15:43

15:43

Whenever we meet someone for the first time, it isn’t just their appearance we remember. How they speak impacts our senses immediately we hear their first words and they hear ours. Often we don’t realise our voice may not engage with the listener because it’s too loud, too soft, or drones on in a monotone.There’s always room for improvement, and in…

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Episode 12 - Words! Did I Really Say That? 13:26

6+ y ago13:26

13:26

Words can be a powerful weapon for better or for worse -something our leaders may need to consider more in keeping our communities calm. With thoughts about words we may regret using, Edwin Maher recalls how his own career was nearly cut short when he became 'the announcer who thought the microphone was off'.…

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Episode 11 - Don’t Listen to this Podcast. The Interview (Part 2) 5:46

6+ y ago5:46

5:46

Some guests can be a darn pain to interview

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Episode 10 - The Interview (Part 1) 13:03

6+ y ago13:03

13:03

It’s usually ‘good news’ when we tell someone ‘I’ve got a job interview!’ But when there’s time to think, you ask yourself: ‘How will I go? ’….’ Am I good enough? .… ‘Will I be too nervous?’ When you start speaking, your voice will literally set the tone.In this episode of Speaking Naturally, Edwin Maher puts you on the track of being interviewed, …

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Episode 9 - Public Speaking-Who Needs It? 18:06

6+ y ago18:06

18:06

Public Speaking - Who Needs It? Speaking in public is something to be avoided at all costs. At least that’s what you might think after an on-stage stumble, or checking out the web of advice that’s available online. According to some experts, the rules are clear cut. You must follow the norms of doing this and not doing that. And while their words o…

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Episode 8 - Accent(uate) the Positive 13:13

6+ y ago13:13

13:13

Accent Reduction is one of the biggest challenges for people of different cultural backgrounds and speech patterns, wanting to 'fit in' among local native English speakers. But as Edwin Maher explains, accents can often enhance a person's vocal delivery. For those who want to indulge in some fine tuning, there's help in this episode of Speaking Nat…

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Episode 7 - Telephone Talk 13:01

6+ y ago13:01

13:01

In today's smartphone age, communication via messages and moments is easy. But there are times when we have to speak direct to someone. For many people, that can be a daunting and often frustrating experience. Edwin Maher has some tips - preceded by an amusing childhood recollection of the family's first telephone and his father's job on the local …

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Episode 6 - Your Perfect Pitch 13:40

6+ y ago13:40

13:40

Many of us speak in a monotone with not much light and shade in our conversation. But we're far more likely to add greater emphasis when we pass on some good news - 'WOW ... I GOT a NEW JOB TODAY'! Expand your vocal range for all situations, varying the pitch (intonation) when speaking naturally. But don't force it, as Edwin Maher explains.…

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Episode 5 - Conversation......Let's Talk! 15:00

6+ y ago15:00

15:00

Having a conversation in a crowded room, especially when the faces are NOT familiar, can be a daunting task. It's true in many situations where we want to have a relaxed chat without worrying about how we speak. Ever thought of playing the role of an interviewer? Take a listen, then take charge!

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Episode 1 - Introduction 5:01

6+ y ago5:01

5:01

Broadcaster Edwin Maher introduces his podcast series, Speaking Naturally, aimed at helping you improve your communication skills.

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Episode 4 - Taming the Butterflies 7:30

6+ y ago7:30

7:30

"I have to give a presentation at work tomorrow, and the butterflies are going crazy." Broadcaster Edwin Maher explains how to get them to 'fly in formation' and calm you down. He also recalls a forgettable experience when 'the nerves' froze him in front of an audience.

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Episode 3 - Tuning Your Voice 13:01

6+ y ago13:01

13:01

Good vibrations are needed to get the voice resonating. Edwin Maher explains how to give your vocal chords an effective tuneup.

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Episode 2 - Breathing for Speech 12:15

6+ y ago12:15

12:15

Broadcaster Edwin Maher takes you on an informal journey with advice to help you improve your communication skills.In this episode, hear a clip of his first ever recording - 'a shocker' - compared with now. It's proof that change is always possible.

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Edwin Charles Maher Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Speaking Naturally with Edwin Maher

Edwin Charles Maher

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Bored to Sleep

Edwin Charles Maher

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Reducing over-dependence on NEWS during the Coronavirus crisis. 11:45

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Bored to Sleep - Episode 1: 'The method' and bonus bedtime story, Who was the Real Shakespeare? 13:46

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Episode 17 - Breathing for Speech Update and ‘Happy Holiday’ 13:31

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Episode 16 - Tongue Twisting 10:22

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Episode 15 - When Winter Comes 14:17

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Episode 14 - So You Want to be a News Anchor? 12:03

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Episode 13 - This Stress is Good for You! 15:43

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Episode 12 - Words! Did I Really Say That? 13:26

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Episode 11 - Don’t Listen to this Podcast. The Interview (Part 2) 5:46

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Episode 10 - The Interview (Part 1) 13:03

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Episode 9 - Public Speaking-Who Needs It? 18:06

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Episode 8 - Accent(uate) the Positive 13:13

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Episode 7 - Telephone Talk 13:01

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Episode 6 - Your Perfect Pitch 13:40

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Episode 5 - Conversation......Let's Talk! 15:00

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Episode 1 - Introduction 5:01

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Episode 4 - Taming the Butterflies 7:30

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Episode 3 - Tuning Your Voice 13:01

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Episode 2 - Breathing for Speech 12:15

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