Speaking with Elvis Podcast helps you become a clearer, more confident communicator while strengthening your mindset. In each solo episode, Elvis shares practical tools for better communication, personal growth, and self-improvement. As the show evolves, experts from various fields will join to offer insights that help you grow in every area of life.
What if part of the mental burden you’re carrying isn’t just stress—but a lack of direction?
In this episode of the Speaking with Elvis Podcast, Elvis explores how discovering your One Thing—the unique purpose, gift, or calling that gives your life meaning—can bring greater clarity, focus, and peace.
When we don’t know who we are or where we’re going, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, distracted, and mentally exhausted. But when we align our lives with what truly matters, we often experience a renewed sense of purpose that helps us navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and resilience.
This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and begin the journey toward discovering the one thing your mind may have been missing.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
* Why a lack of direction can increase feelings of stress and overwhelm.
* How discovering your One Thing can bring clarity and focus.
* The connection between purpose, meaning, and emotional well-being.
* Practical questions to help you begin discovering your One Thing today.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed, this conversation may help you see your life from a different perspective.
Remember: Your One Thing doesn’t just change what you do—it can transform how you experience life.
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24 Jun 2026
Delayed gratification VS Instant gratification
In a world that celebrates speed, convenience, and immediate results, it’s easy to fall into the trap of instant gratification. But the most meaningful achievements in life rarely happen overnight.
In this episode, we explore the powerful concept of delayed gratification—the willingness to sacrifice short-term comfort for long-term success. From personal growth and communication skills to business, leadership, and mastery, every worthwhile goal requires patience, discipline, and consistent effort.
We also discuss the idea behind the famous “10,000 hours” principle and why true excellence is built through repetition, practice, and persistence. Success is not usually the result of shortcuts; it is often the result of showing up day after day, even when progress seems invisible.
If you’re working toward a dream, building a skill, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this episode is a reminder that great things take time.
Your future is often determined by what you’re willing to wait and work for today.
29 Apr 2026
Legally Blind, But Leveraging His One Thing – with Daryl Bryant
In this powerful episode of Speaking with Elvis, we sit down with Daryl Bryant—a retired LAUSD teacher, investor, and actor—who proves that limitations don’t define your impact. Despite being legally blind, Daryl has tapped into his one thing and built a thriving path in stock investing after retirement.
We dive into how he discovered his focus, the mindset shifts that helped him transition from education to investing, and how he continues to expand his influence beyond what many would consider possible. This conversation is a reminder that clarity of purpose can outshine any obstacle.
If you’ve ever questioned what’s next for you, this episode will challenge you to find—and fully commit to—your one thing.
8 Apr 2026
The Myth of Multitasking
Is multitasking really making you more productive—or just spreading your focus thin?
In this episode of Speaking with Elvis, we break down the illusion of multitasking and why the brain isn’t designed to handle multiple priorities with true efficiency. Instead of doing more, we often end up doing everything at an average level.
Drawing from everyday experiences—like how the school system pushes us to divide attention across subjects, or how having a “Plan B” can quietly weaken our commitment to Plan A—we explore how divided focus limits excellence. This episode also challenges the popular belief that you should never put all your eggs in one basket, offering a different perspective: what if true success comes from full commitment to one thing?
If you’re ready to sharpen your focus, reclaim your energy, and operate at your highest level, this conversation is for you.
11 Mar 2026
The Universal Dream
Episode 11 – The Universal Dream
In this episode of the Speaking with Elvis Podcast, Elvis Prince Tognia introduces the powerful concept of the Universal Dream, inspired by the deeper meaning behind the American Dream.
To understand the Universal Dream, Elvis revisits the true spirit of the American Dream by going back to the words of the United States Declaration of Independence, which affirms that every person has the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
But what does that pursuit truly mean?
Over time, the American Dream has often been interpreted as material success or socioeconomic prosperity. Yet its deeper meaning is something far more profound: the freedom to pursue something meaningful—the realization of a worthy idea.
Drawing from the final chapter of his book The Power of Your One Thing, Elvis expands this idea into what he calls the Universal Dream. If the essence of the dream is the pursuit of a meaningful and worthy ideal, then it should not be limited to one country.
The Universal Dream simply means that any person, anywhere in the world, can pursue something meaningful that is unique to them—their one thing. And in doing so, they are living their own Universal Dream.
This episode invites you to rethink success and reconnect with the dream that gives your life purpose.
11 Feb 2026
3 Presentation Mistakes Professionals Make
Speaking with Elvis — Episode 10: The 3 Presentation Mistakes Professionals Make
In this episode, Elvis breaks down three common mistakes that even highly skilled professionals make when presenting. First, many rely too heavily on their expertise, forgetting that people don’t judge you by how much you know, but by how clearly you communicate it. Second, presenters often overload their PowerPoint slides with too much text and end up reading instead of engaging. Third, professionals tend to depend on facts, figures, and logic alone—when what truly persuades and sticks with audiences is storytelling.
Tune in to learn simple, practical shifts that will help you communicate with clarity, connect with your audience, and make your message unforgettable.
28 Jan 2026
Why people freeze in mid presentation and how to mitigate it!
Episode 9 – Why We Freeze Mid-Sentence (and How to Stop It)
Ever blank out in the middle of a presentation? In this episode of Speaking with Elvis, I break down why people freeze while speaking—whether it’s nerves or lack of preparation—and share practical ways to reduce it when it happens. A quick, reassuring listen to help you speak with more confidence and flow. 🎙️
23 Jan 2026
The Power of saying NO
In Episode 8 of the Speaking with Elvis podcast, we explore The Power of Saying No. Every time you say yes to something unimportant, you may be unintentionally saying no to what truly matters. This conversation highlights how setting boundaries, protecting your time, and choosing your commitments wisely can create more focus, purpose, and alignment in your life.
23 Jan 2026
Body language in communication and public speaking
In this episode, we break down the power of body language and the three key elements that shape how your message is received. We explore facial expressions and emotional tonality—why your face must match your words—along with the role of eye contact in building connection and drawing people into the conversation. Finally, we look at hand gestures and how they can emphasize meaning and bring your communication to life. Learn how aligning these elements can make your message more authentic, engaging, and impactful.
31 Dec 2025
The power of perception
In this episode of Speaking with Elvis, we explore how perception shapes our reality—often more than the circumstances themselves. Inspired by Dr. Wayne Dyer’s powerful words, “When you change the way you look at things, the things that you look at change,” this conversation dives into how shifting our mindset can unlock new meaning, clarity, and growth.
We talk about how perception influences our emotions, relationships, and decisions, and how becoming aware of the lens we see life through can help us respond rather than react. When we learn to see situations differently, we open the door to transformation, resilience, and a deeper sense of peace.
This episode invites you to pause, reflect, and consider: What might change in your life if you changed the way you see it?
17 Dec 2025
From Nervous to Natural — Overcoming Speaking Anxiety
In this episode, we dive into one of the most common fears: speaking anxiety. I share practical techniques to help you move from feeling nervous to speaking with confidence and ease. We talk about the power of consistent practice—practicing so much that speaking begins to feel natural rather than forced. I also introduce Mel Robbins’ Five-Second Rule, a simple but powerful tool to interrupt negative thoughts and shift the stories we tell ourselves. By changing judgment and fear into empowering inner dialogue, you can start overcoming anxiety and show up more confidently, especially when speaking in public.
3 Dec 2025
Finding your voice in communication
In this episode, we explore what it really means to develop your own unique voice as a communicator. I talk about how many great speakers begin by observing someone they admire—someone whose style, clarity, or presence inspires them. By modeling what works, and then gradually adapting and modifying it, you can shape a voice that’s authentically your own. Whether you’re speaking, writing, or simply having better conversations, this episode guides you through the process of discovering and refining the communication style that fits you best.
26 Nov 2025
Say What Matters: The Heart of Clear Communication
In this episode, we explore the single shift that can transform the way you communicate: saying only what’s essential. Instead of circling around the point, doing secular reasoning, or drifting into unnecessary details, we focus on speaking directly and meaningfully. Learn how clarity and relevance can elevate every conversation.
19 Nov 2025
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This podcast is all about communication—tips, tricks, techniques, and real insights to help you speak with clarity, confidence, and impact. Along the way, we’ll also dive into motivation, inspiration, and personal empowerment to help you level up in all areas of life.
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