Mas Mahathir Bin Mohamad: 3rd place winner, 2022 World Championship of Public Speaking

3rd place: Toastmasters International 2022 World Championship of Public Speaking® third place winner Mas Mahathir Bin Mohamad.
Watch his speech titled "Two Gifts." To learn more about the World Championship of Public Speaking(R) visit www.toastmaste.... Please see the Toastmasters International Website about Trademarks and Copyrights by visiting www.toastmaste....

[@stefball]

"Though her love was unconventional, it was unconditional." What a powerful line. Got me right in the feels.

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you for that! Discovering that was life changing moment for me too 😊

[@jessicajamesspeaks]

Probably the best humor I heard in any speech by far! Humor, animation, and connection with the audience was on point 👌🏽 Bravo Mas! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much for such kind and encouraging words! I really appreciate that 😊😊

[@neshrajah4275]

Mas that was a beautiful speech. God bless you.

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you!

[@EleosTheofilusET]

You make us proud Mas Mahathir as Fellow Asian toastmasters! All the best for you!

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate it 😊

[@EleosTheofilusET]

@@CoachMahathir The pleasure is mine, well deserved!

[@akanke715]

Great message! It reminds me of the relationship I had with my mother. Her toughness was out of love. I didn't understand it when I was young, but I understand it now.

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much for your kind words 😊

[@cfsimagehub]

Thank you for this great message 'listening & understanding'! congratulations from Malaysia 💖🇲🇾

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you for the kind words! :)

[@siewmeiwong9795]

Congratulations coach Mahathir!
Hard upbringing from old generation to young generation is so close to my heart. The two gifts sound a wake up call. It reminds me to put down my dignity and be empathy for my mom. Thank you so much for your sharing! 😊

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you for the kind words Mei Wong! :)

[@salmaibrahim6477]

Beautiful! You brought tears to my eyes! Congratulations Mas Mahathir!

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much, its humbling to see your comment 😊

[@masiemai]

Absolutely amazing! Just 2 simple gifts

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you thank you 🤗🤗🤗

[@livelovelaugh7801]

lovely speech, two gifts that unite us

[@happinessyogateacher]

What a fabulous world class message in this delightful and entertaining speech! More than two gifts. I got thousands!

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you for being so encouraging! 😊😊

[@hazdyparadis2753]

I can totally relate to your story.
Tahniah Mas🥉
Syabas MAS🇲🇾

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it :)

[@berthe2235]

As a toastmaster myself, I am sure you will come on top soon. Keep moving, coach.

[@masmoudgatta7642]

Congratulations! Such a beautiful speech.

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much Masmoud!

[@sakshikhanna6265]

When momma made fav food - I ate and then avoided😜😜 humor timed so well !! Great use of gestures

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much! :)

[@jasonwong1358]

Nice. Listening ear and understanding heart

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much! I hope you enjoyed it 😊

[@ratnavathyragunathan9733]

truly engaging, Mahathir. really enjoyed the humour and the level at which you engage the audience. truly deserving winner. congratulations!

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much for the kind words!❤

[@Dondee1997]

Thanks for this beautiful message of listening and understanding. I had the same relationship with my mom and I may have become her. Too many people teaching about hate for parents . Love it moms are always coming from a place of love it’s just somethings tempered with fear where the roughness comes from. Thanks for this message love it! 💕💕

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate that. You're absolutely right! Mom's love always a comes from a place of love despite some showing love unconvenrionally 😊

[@jobet1990]

Such a wonderful speech bro! Congratulations. Very inspiring story with engaging humor.

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you for being an encourager. Your words uplifts me 😊😊

[@ravenalaron7781]

Well done. Beautiful...

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@charitychacha4915]

lovely speech

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you for the kind words! :)

[@versatilevk]

Great message through your story. made it worth the watch !

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it 😊

[@1CloudKid]

Really loved it

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you for the kind words! 😊

[@DiamondNet2009]

Fabulous!

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much 😊😊

[@imranrana8259]

The speech was just okay. I believe other contestants deserve more.

[@CoachMahathir]

Thanks for the feedback! 😊

[@rahulbhatnagarfanclub7321]

Amazing

[@CoachMahathir]

Thanks so much!

[@Radzi38]

Gifted storyteller

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you! 🤗

[@shamsuriabdulah978]

Well done Mas

[@CoachMahathir]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your thoughtful message 😊

[@rosalyndoshannassy4419]

wow

[@YaseenBaig99]

Performance should have been naturally portrayed

[@theinvertedperson6310]

Unconditional? Asian parents love is never unconditional.

[@lifeisgoodinchestercountypa]

Ndini

[@CoachMahathir]

Ndini indeed!

[@lindalam396]

Going to be honest here... and you can boo me... I think he is a good speaker but I don't know who Mas Mahathir really is as a person after watching the performance. So "well-coached" by past champions (presumably) that the speech came across as contrived and overly rehearsed. Such is the sad state of Toastmasters that members around the world feel the need to "Americanize" their speech to stand a chance at winning. What gets sacrificed is authenticity and cultural uniqueness, which is really sad. Ok, let the booing begin...

[@CoachMahathir]

Thanks for your thoughts Linda! I totally agree with you and this is something I'm working on to further improve myself in my speaking journey. 😊 No need for boos! I appreciate the feedback