quicko: says who?

In Australian receptions, speeches are a huge deal.  Generally at least the best man, maid of honor, one parent from each side and the bride and the groom all make a speech, though others can as well (i.e., both parents, an extra bridesmaid, etc.).

Maybe I'm forgetting something here, but I feel like the American receptions I've gone to have a brief toast by the best man and the maid of honor -- and possibly other friends.  I'm sure you could do it however you wanted to, but I don't think Americans have such an obligation to have so many speeches.