Whether you're a contestant, titleholder, or former queen- you should still be focused on your platform! Staying connected to and growing your platform can be one of the most rewarding parts of pageantry. But how do you do this? Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you everything you need to know about growing and sustaining your platform. Read 107 Pageant Platform Examples (& How to Choose THE One)Read How to be a Successful TitleholderRead 6 Pageant Platform Money Raising Ideas That Are Guaranteed to Work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In pageantry, it isn't enough to just have a platform. Aside from being personally important, your platform should connect you with other people and your community. But how to you create these connections? Jesse Ladoue, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to explain how you can use already existing resources to expand your platform and connect with others. Read 107 Pageant Platform Examples (& How to Choose THE One)Read 6 Pageant Platform Money Raising Ideas That are Guaranteed to Work!Find a pageant to compete in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is a platform? Do you need one? How do you start one? So many pageant girls find themselves asking these questions and many more!Join Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, as they tell you everything you need to know about finding and starting your platform. Read 107 Pageant Platform Examples (& How to Choose THE One)Read 6 Pageant Platform Money Raising Ideas That Are Guaranteed to Work!Subscribe to the Pageant Daily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea Tayui is ready to take on the Miss Universe stage! Jesse Ladoue, our Queen of Customer Success, sat down with the reigning Miss Universe Ghana to discuss all things pageantry and platforms. Find a pageant to compete inList your wardrobe or sell items in our shop Learn about our VIP and VIP Platinum memberships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bullies can be found everywhere, including the pageant world. Although we might not want to admit it, many of us have experienced bullying in the industry that we know and love. Jesse Ladoue, Pageant Planet's Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are opening up about their experiences with bulling in pageantry and how you can work towards changing your mindset. Searching for a pageant to compete in? Click HereSell your pageant wardrobe in our shop! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the difference between a contestant who consistently places or takes home the crown and a contestant who can't reach the semi-finals? Goals! We know that setting (and achieving) your goals can seem challenging at first. That's why Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you how you can start setting your pageant goals! Find a pageant to compete inLearn how to Set Goals (and Achieve Them)Explore our shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have questions about iam the Pageant Powerhouse? Are you wondering how this will impact the 2021 pageant season for National American Miss and International Junior Miss?LaKishia Edwards, the iam International Coordinator, NAM National Coordinator, and IJM International Coordinator, is here to spill all of the tea with Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success! Find a pageant near you Read our Top 10 Tips to Succeed at National American MissWant to sell your pageant items? Click here to get started! You can ship from anywhere in the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Madison Anderson Berríos doesn’t take no for an answer. After representing Puerto Rico at Miss Grand International 2016, Madison was determined to reach the Miss Universe stage. Following a 1st Runner Up placement at Miss Florida USA 2019, Madison competed for and won the title of Miss Universe Puerto Rico. Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to talk about the backlash Madison faced, her dedication to pageantry, and how this queen shook up an industry. You might also be in:Find a pageantShop Pageant PlanetHow to be a Successful Titleholder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're an underdog in the pageant world, you may have felt discouraged or unmotivated from time to time. Even though you've been chasing after the crown of your dreams, pageant pros can make this dream seem so far away. Don't be discouraged! Pageant Planet wants to help you win the crown - which is why Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss American 2018, are here with 5 tips for the underdogs! You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant Shop Pageant DressesHow to Set Goals (And Achieve Them) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Miss USA 2020 is...MISSISSIPPI!” Asya Branch is a woman of firsts. As the first Black woman to win the Miss Mississippi USA crown and the first from her state to win Miss USA, Asya is set up to leave quite the legacy. Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you all about Asya’s experiences as the child of an incarcerated parent, her pageant journey at both Miss America and Miss USA, and how she’s combined the two to promote criminal justice reform at the national level. You may also be interested in:233 FREE Practice Interview Questions: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/servicesFind Your Next Pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you think of pageant powerhouses, which countries come to mind? Probably the Philippines, Venezuela, Colombia, and the USA- just to name a few. What if we told you that there’s a queen who had the honor of competing in not one, but two of these countries? This competitor would be none other than Venezuelan-American beauty queen, Valentina Sanchez Trivella. Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to discuss Valentina's journey to both Miss Teen USA and Miss Venezuela. Even though pageants are glamorous, Valentina had to overcome many of life's obstacles and learned how to turn her experience into advocacy. You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nova Stevens is known for making history. As a model, she’s built a successful career in multiple countries. As an activist, she organized the Freedom March 2020 and successfully lobbied for Emancipation Day to be observed in Vancouver. As Miss Universe Canada, Nova is shaking up the industry and breaking down beauty standards. Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you all about Nova’s journey to the crown and just how determined she’s been to get there. If you aren’t inspired by her story- we don’t know what will! You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do Miss Indiana USA 2008, a supermodel, the director of Miss Universe Ireland, and the director of Miss Indiana USA all have in common? Well- they're the same person! Brittany Mason burst into the industry as a teen model before also exploring the world of pageantry. As a former titleholder, Brittany knows exactly what it takes to help her queens win the crown! In this episode, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are chatting about the life of Brittany Mason. Listen in for some tips about how to enter and dominate the pageant world! You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Become a Model (And Get Your First Job): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-become-a-model-and-get-your-first-job Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Megan Swanson takes the phrase "sister queens" to a whole new level! On today's podcast, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are talking all about this two time Miss Nebraska and the older half of the "Swanson Sisters."Before Megan was Miss Nebraska USA 2020, she was, well, Miss Nebraska 2014! Having represented Nebraska at both Miss America and Miss USA, Megan knows exactly how to channel her boss babe energy into her coaching clients. Do you want to represent your state on a national stage? Click here to find a pageant!You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you're a first time contestant or seasoned veteran, pageants can be intimidating! It's hard getting out of your comfort zone and being unapologetically yourself in front of a panel of judges. However, you shouldn't let any fears or nerves get to you!Staying calm. cool, and collected at your pageant can make or break your chance at the crown. That's why Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here with some tips and tricks!You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to be a Successful Titleholder: https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-be-a-successful-titleholder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abena Appiah's story is truly one of triumph. After enduring years of bullying, Abena pursued modeling and pageantry to grow her self-confidence. Who would have thought that she would go on to represent multiple countries at numerous international pageants, such as Miss Universe, Miss Earth, and Queen Beauty Universe. Our Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, and Miss America 2018, Cara Mund, are here to tell you all about Abena's journey to some of the most prestigious pageant stages. You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone struggles with nerves. Whether you're trying to stay calm outside of the interview room or release tension before going on stage, our Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, has a guided meditation for you! Plug in your headphones and unplug from the world. You may also be interested in:Find a pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/category/pageant Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop 101 Pageant Tips (For First Time Contestants): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/first-time-pageant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageant paperwork is more important than you think. More often than not, your paperwork is the first introduction the judges have to you - and we all know how important first impressions are! Our Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to share 5 mistakes that contestants make on their paperwork. If you've ever been unsure about how to phrase something or what you should include, Jesse and Cara have solutions for you! Still want more help with your paperwork? Read Pageant Paperwork & Resume (Examples, Templates, and Tips)Want personalized help? Sign up as VIP for a FREE mock interview with Cara Mund! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this podcast episode, we are talking about a woman who has created one of the most elite combinations of strengths when it comes to pageantry, Corinne Devin.Corinne is well-known for winning several titles, including Ms United States 2012, Ms Galaxy 2014, Ms Earth 2018, and now International Ms. 2020. You’ll most likely find her crown trophy collection alongside a Navy uniform and a tooth mold. Corinne achieved most of these titles working for the United States Navy and while going through her Orthodontics Residency Program.Let’s dive into how Corinne has found success in pageantry on this week’s episode.You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you follow pageants in the USA, then the name Nia Sanchez is likely to ring a bell as a former Miss USA and 1st Runner-up to Miss Universe. Before Nia Sanchez became a real life queen as Miss USA 2014, she hung out with Disney Princesses as a character actress at Disneyland Tokyo. Let’s dig a little deeper into Nia’s journey to the crown and the USA’s highest placement at Miss Universe since 2012. You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them Miss USA & Teen USA: https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/pageant-system/miss-usa-teen-usa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast covers how to stay focused if your pageant has been postponed.We saw many national and international pageants get moved from the summer to the very late fall and even in the winter to allow for more clarity of the global pandemic.However, some pageants were moved an entire year out. Imagine prepping for your pageant for months, and then being told you had to wait an entire year more.That is an incredibly long time to be preparing for a pageant, or even more staying focused enough to do so. We have 5 tips to help you stay focused if your pageant was postponed! Trying to find a pageant to compete in? https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/category/pageant Find a pageant dress: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop/dresses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The reigning Miss Arkansas USA 2020, Haley Pontius, is the subject of this week’s podcast. She started her journey in the pageant world at just three years old, when her mom entered her into her very first pageant. Haley is now a two time international titleholder, having won the title of Miss Teen International and International Junior Miss. This pageant pro is heading to the Miss USA 2020 stage in November. Learn her secrets to success on this week’s podcast.Is pageant prep stressing you out? Click here!You may also be interested in:Find your next pageant: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/match Shop Pageant Dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s podcast covers the life of Fig O’Reilly, Miss Universe Ireland 2019.  She is a model-pageant queen-engineering-NASA Datanaut. Yes, you read that right. This queen is a role model for young girls aspiring to have a STEM career. It’s no surprise she works with organizations like Girls Who Code, Women in Tech, and Science in Ireland.This accomplished young woman was also included in Pageant Planet’s Top 15 Most Influential Women in Pageantry. From her social media campaign #ReachfortheStars to her platform work, Fig is inspiring young women everywhere to reach for their dreams and get involved in STEM careers. To hear more about, Fig O’Reilly’s life story and how she’s reached the Miss Universe stage, tune in to this week’s podcast.You may also be interested in...Finding a pageant to compete in: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/matchShopping for pageant dresses: https://www.pageantplanet.com/shop How to Set Goals (And Achieve Them): https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elizabeth Tran parents immigrated from Hong Kong and Vietnam to pursue the American Dream in Florida. The two met at a Disney college program working at Chinese restaurant in Epcot. This would eventually come back around as Elizabeth participated in the Disney Friends for Change Program as an adolescent.Elizabeth’s parents being immigrants of asian descent with a drive to succeed put a huge emphasis on success through academics. She went through school remaining a straight-A student at the top of her class. While Elizabeth was very intelligent, the word ‘pageant’ just wasn’t in her vocabulary. It all started with a letter in the mail from National American Miss. She learned that this was a competition where girls would wear dresses, but didn’t know anything else. Can you blame her though? She was only 8 years old!For four years Elizabeth competed in National American Miss Florida and the Miss American Coed pageants, never placing once. She would usually be close to last place at the local or preliminary level. She developed a mindset where she never expected to win, so she focused on having fun each year. She truly got to enjoy the experience because she didn’t expect to win, plus at 12 years old she was just trying to figure out who she was! To learn more about Katherine McQuade listen to this week’s podcast and follow her on Instagram, @misselizabethtran!Additional Resources: Interested in competing? Click find a pageant do discover a pageant near you!Shop for your next pageant dress! Want to sell your pageant items? Click here to get started. All countries are welcome to sell!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katherine McQuade was born and raised in Whitestone, New York. While she grew up as a timid child, her mom always instilled in her communication skills, confidence, poise and grace.As a young child, Katherine started opening up to her natural skills and talents through dance. Through the Landrum School of Performing Arts Company Dance Team she was able to dance competitively for over a decade. It is one of Katherine’s ambitions to be a Radio City Music Hall Rockett.One lesson that Katherine learned through dance was to always win and lose graciously, a humble experience for any competitor. Her journey began competing in the National American Miss system, a pageant system that is widely regarded as one of the best for developing young women’s confidence and self-esteem through its competition. Not to mention that the annual prize package adds up to tens of thousands of dollars each year.To learn more about Katherine McQuade listen to this week’s podcast and follow her on Instagram, @katherinemcquade!Additional Resources: Interested in competing? Click find a pageant do discover a pageant near you!Shop for your next pageant dress! Want to sell your pageant items? Click here to get started. All countries are welcome to sell!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olivia Culpo was born in Cranston, Rhode Island to her parents Gus and Sophie. Olivia was the middle child of five siblings. She remembers getting along with her siblings, and the occasional argument or two between them. But who doesn’t bicker with their siblings, right?Her parents are the co-owners of several Boston Businesses, cafes and restaurants, which sparked Olivia’s culinary interest ever since she was younger. Olivia came from a large Italian family which sparked a tradition of large parties and food.Olivia began the cello in the second grade from her parents' encouragement. This became something she continued to pursue throughout her education. She performed with the Island Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, the Rhode Island Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble, the Bay View Orchestra, and the Rhode Island All-State Orchestra.She won the title of Miss Rhode Island USA 2012 on her first try when she was just 18 years old. She went on to compete at Miss USA was crowned the 61st Miss USA 2012 in her second pageant ever. In her third pageant ever, Olivia Culpo was crowned Miss Universe 2012, making her the eighth woman to win Miss Universe for USA.To learn more about Olivia Culpo listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Want to sell last pageant’s items to make some money? Upload your items regardless of which country you’re from and sell them on Shop Pageant Planet! Click here to get started.Want daily training for us for free? Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victoria Mendoza was born in El Paso, Texas but grew up in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. She is a middle child of an older brother and a younger sister. Her fourth additional sibling growing up was her dog, Oliver. Victoria lived in a very loving family of Mexican descent. Her parents have been together for almost 30 years, now that is something to brag about!Her family was very close and enjoyed doing many activities together, including fishing, playing sports, and spending lots of time outdoors. From skiing in the winter to boating in the summer, Victoria grew up very humbly blessed with her family.One of Victoria’s passions includes her love of dance. She was a competitive dancer for 8 years, and loves ballet, jazz and hip hop. Not only that, but she also taught herself to play the piano.Victoria’s pageant and modelling career began at the tender age of 13 years old. She’s won the titles of Miss Jr. Teen Arizona in 2011 in National American Miss. Her love for pageantry was sparked by the philanthropic work that beauty queens do in their communities.She then took a 2 year break and went back and competed in freshman year of college for Miss Arizona USA at 18 years old. To learn more about Victoria Mendoza listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Want to sell last pageant’s items to make some money? Upload your items regardless of which country you’re from and sell them on Shop Pageant Planet! Click here to get started.Want daily training for us for free?Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Misha Grimes is a 21 year old fashion model and social media personality who was born and raised in England. Her YouTube channel has more than 225,000 followers and has racked up more than 33 million views. Misha started her youtube channel in her second year of college when she was competing for the UK Galaxy title. This meant she was balancing creating videos for YouTube, her studies in college, and her preparations for the pageant. To learn more about Misha Grimes listen to this week’s podcast and follow her on Instagram, @misha_grimes!Additional Resources: Interested in competing? Click find a pageant to discover a pageant near you!Want to sell last pageant’s items to make some money? Upload your items regardless of which country you’re from and sell them on Shop Pageant Planet! Click here to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You probably remember Gazini Ganados as being the reigning Binibining Pilipinas 2019 queen. Gazini won the title and this allowed her to represent the Philippines at the 2019 Miss Universe Pageant.Gazini’s journey begins in Dapitan City in the Philippines. In sixth grade her family moved to Cebu where she spent most of her life. Growing up without a father figure allowed Gazini to hold a higher respect for her grandfather and grandmother. They stepped in to help raise her and taught her how precious life is. Gazini’s pageant journey took her to the Miss World Philippines 2014 pageant. In 2015, she represented Sinulog Festival in Cebu and finished as the second runner-up and the following year she was crowned Miss Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation INC. After this she joined Miss Pearl in the Philippines and won the Best in Regional Costume. The next year Gazini joined Miss Bohol and finished as the first runner-up. To learn more about Gazini Ganados listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Want to sell last pageant’s items to make some money? Upload your items regardless of which country you’re from and sell them on Shop Pageant Planet! Click here to get started.Want daily training for us for free? Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corrin Stellakis grew up in a very small town called Bridgeport on a family owned horse farm. If you think having pets teaches children about responsibility at a young age, you can multiply that amount by 10 when it comes to taking care of animals on a farm.She grew up mucking stalls, cleaning water buckets, and riding horses daily. Her and her mother began an after-school horse program called “A Horse of Course”. There were lessons and programs for kids available, and Corrin loved sharing her passion for horses to other young souls. At the age of 12 she joined an interscholastic equestrian team and was able to compete all over the United States. Corrin also had a very unique experience when it came to siblings since her family was involved in a foster care program for about four years. Corrin Stellakis had two biological brothers and about 17 foster brothers and sisters growing up that her family opened up their home for. This was a great learning experience due to the responsibility it taught her and helped her grow up quickly through changing diapers to helping kids on heart monitors.She attended Chittenango Highschool where she played varsity volleyball. Something she learned through playing a team-based sport was how to win together, and how to lose together. Corrin also always felt that her team was winners because of the character they showed on the court. They would leave their blood, sweat, and tears just to ensure they gave it their all. High school was a pivotal moment in Corrin’s pageant career as well. Her school was home of L Frank Baum, the author of the ‘Wonderful Wizard of Oz’. In 2012, Corrin won the Miss Jr. Oz title, which was enough experience in itself to propel her to compete at Miss New York Teen USA 2014.To learn more about Corrin Stellakis listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Interested in competing? Check out Miss Earth USA! Need earrings, shoes or a dress for your next pageant? Shop Pageant Planet.Want daily training for us for free? Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alyssa Klinzing is a seasoned pageant contestant and queen, and she is one of those girls you will always get excited to see on stage. Alyssa has competed in the Miss Teen USA pageant, Miss Kansas’s Outstanding Teen, Teen Miss Earth United States, Miss California USA, Miss Kansas USA, and at Miss USA 2019. In 1997, Alyssa was born and raised in Modesto California. She lived in Northern California, then Long Beach, and then Boston before moving to Kansas. She attended Olathe North High School in Kansas. Alyssa’s natural beauty queen abilities were evident in high school. She was crowned the Homecoming Princess representing the class of 2016. She began her pageant journey in 2012 and is still planning on competing in the near future! Alyssa is a professional model with a degree in political science. She wow-ed the audience at Miss USA 2019 with her beauty and brains. She emphasizes how important it is for women to be represented in politics. Like many of the best, Alyssa has a great deal of volunteer service under her sparkly rhinestone pageant belt. She has advocated against bullying, domestic violence, and continuously promotes environmentally friendly initiatives as well as volunteerism through Girl Scouts. She has many unique qualities and talents including playing the Violin, she knows American Sign Language and Signing Exact English. To learn more about Alyssa Klinzing listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Need a dress for your next pageant? Click Pageant Dresses to start shopping.Want daily training for us for free? Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Riza Santos is one of the few contestants to ever go to Miss Universe, Miss World and Miss Earth! She was born in a rural town in Alberta and grew up in Calgary, a larger city in the province of Alberta. She grew up in a culturally diverse family, and is a mix of Spanish, Chinese, and Filipino. This allowed her to look at her life and travels as an opportunity to live out her natural curiosity and drive for experience. Early in life, she was taught the value of critical thought and the pursuit of knowledge. Riza was well-influenced by her parents, who were immigrants, and her grandparents.Riza also lived in the Philippines for a while working alongside the Canadian International Development Agency through the PEARL Project. While residing in the Philippines, Riza Joined Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 2 and was proclaimed as the second place in the show in 2007 after gardening half a million votes. Pinoy Big Brother is similar to our culture's reality show ‘Big Brother’ and Riza received significant press and popularity from this experience. To learn more about Riza Santos listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Need earrings, shoes or a dress for your next pageant? Shop Pageant Planet.Want daily training for us for free? Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amanda Moreno has been in the pageant industry for over 19 years. She has made her way around the block through competing in pageant competitions and now she is using her years of experience to coach young princesses on how to become pageant queens.Some of her own crowning accomplishments include winning National All-American Miss 2011-2012 and Miss International 2016. Understandably she has the perfect personal insight in these, and many other systems in the United States, to help women win these titles too. Some of these women include Ava Hill Miss International 2019 and Ashlee Nelson National American Miss 2019-2020.Amanda was born and raised in Atlanta Georgia, which is known for having a variety of pageants for girls of all ages. Growing up, Amanda described herself as being a tomboy. She loved playing soccer, softball and many sports. Her Colombian family roots instilled a love for soccer especially when she was young. Although she was a tomboy on the outside, her heart was filled with princess-like dreams. This probably stemmed from her family’s annual trips to Walt Disney ever since she was three years old. Christmas time was one of the best for the Moreno family since they were able to spend time in the most magical place in the world. Amanda’s love of Walt Disney inspired her to name her dog Walt Ray Moreno!One of the most characteristic things about Amanda when you see her is her bright and joyful smile. Unfortunately, there were people who took her smile away at a young age. She was bullied a lot when she was younger about her weight, her hair, and everything else a young girl should not have to be concerned about. This led her to having very low self esteem, and eventually developing an eating disorder for three years. The pain she experienced at this time would be the catalyst to energize her to empower thousands of young women around the world to develop the skills to not face the same hardships she did. She just didn’t know this yet. To learn more about Amanda Moreno listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Need earrings, shoes or a dress for your next pageant? Shop Pageant Planet.Want daily training for us for free? Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Rose Summers is a Nebraskan beauty who has won the state titles of Miss Nebraska Teen USA and Miss Nebraska USA as well as the national title of National American Miss. But let’s be real, we all know her best for being the very first woman from Nebraska to win the title of Miss USA in 2018.Her work as a Child Life Specialist helps her to be compassionate and understanding to people she meets both inside and outside of work. With her unique and caring perspective, she has been able to travel across the United States inspiring many.Sarah Rose was born in Omaha, Nebraska and grew up in Papillion. Omaha doesn’t exactly scream ‘Miss USA’ pageant community, but it did breed a great support system for Sarah Rose to grow up in. However, when you think about it, we’ve had a Miss America in Teresa Scanlan and a Miss USA from Nebraska in the last decade, which not many states can say.Sarah grew up watching her mom try all of the diets, but then she joined a program where she learned to eat nutritious foods in healthy portions. She found a program that worked for her and lost 75 lbs. While Sarah was able to see her mom find success, this still impacted her mindset as a young girl when it came to eating and training when she joined the pageant world. Sarah Rose is extremely passionate about encouraging others to have a healthy relationship with food and fitness. Throughout her post-secondary studies she was working part-time as a pilates instructor and at Lululemon Athletica. To learn more about Sarah Rose Summers listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Looking for a trainer? Click find a personal trainer near me. Need earrings, shoes or a dress for your next pageant? Shop Pageant Planet. Want daily training for us for free? Click here</a> to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mia Jones is a triple threat state titleholder after winning the titles of Miss Delaware Teen USA 2014, Miss Delaware USA 2017, and Miss Delaware Earth USA 2019. A graduate from Delaware State University, Mia graduated with a major in art education and now works as a middle school teacher. She experienced racism and bullying at a young age which is when she turned to art for comfort. She has been able to turn this therapeutic coping technique into a platform and a career to help other children express their internal creativity.Mia’s life turned around when she realized she had talent, her education, and her story to share with others. This is when she found pageantry. To learn more about Mia Jones listen to this week’s podcast. Additional Resources: Need earrings, shoes or a dress for your next pageant? Shop Pageant Planet.Want daily training for us for free? Click here to sign up for Pageant Daily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dani Walker has over 10 years of experience competing in pageants in the National American Miss, Miss America and Miss USA state organizations.The most notable thing about Dani’s pageant journey is the way she was able to overcome the adversities of coming from a low-income household. Dani is often featuring the reality of pageant costs as well as thrifty ways to compete and style yourself on a budget! Being the first to graduate college from her family, Dani is a communications specialist for her self-created pageant coaching business called Pageant Access. Now, Dani focuses on using her past experiences and knowledge to mentor girls on their pageant journey through online courses, practice resources, one-on-one coaching, Youtube tutorials and social media advice.Listen in on this week’s episode to discover more about Dani Walker and how you can win the crown. Additional Resources: Click pageant jewelry to find earrings for your next pageant.Need help preparing for your next pageant? Click here to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No matter where you are in the world, you have heard about the Black Lives Matter movement reaching new heights in the United States. This is due to a largely politicized case of a man named George Floyd being killed at the hands of the police during an arrest on video. This shed a light on continued challenges with police brutality and the black community. You might be thinking, “why is Pageant Planet covering this, they should stick to pageants”. Though, this issue has started in America, where we are based, the ripple effect has been felt globally. Depending on your pageant you could be asked about this in pageant interview, so this will help. Additionally, our goal is to serve the black women who compete in an overwhelmingly white industry, white contestants who want to become better allies and directors who may have some blind spots. To help with the conversation we have invited former Miss International and mental health counselor, Elise Banks. Additional Resources: Click Miss Black America to learn how to compete.Click here to follow Elise Banks.Click here to follow Black Lives Matter Movement on IG.Click here to follow The Conscious Kid on IG.Click here to follow Black Mental Wellness on IG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vanessa Lachey was born in Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines almost 40 years ago. She has an older brother, who is adopted.Vanessa’s father was in the Air Force which meant they did not settle permanently into the places they travelled to. Vanessa calls her and her brother ‘Air Force brats’, which is a term used for military kids who travel constantly. Within her first nine years of schooling, Vanessa attended eight different schools. After over 10 years of military service, her family settled down in Charleston, South Carolina. Here, Vanessa was able to have a more stable school life. She was able to join cheerleading, compete in pageants and could enjoy living in one place. She went on to win the Miss Teen USA After her success in pageantry, she became a fashion-model for brands like BONGO Jeans and Flirt! Cosmetics. She appeared on magazine covers for SHAPE, Lucky and Maxim. Maxim also ranked Vanessa in its annual Hot 100 Issue several years in a row, ranking at #15 in 2006.It was around this time that Vanessa also began her career on television, working on MTV and Entertainment Tonight. There is no doubt that her success in pageantry and in modeling gave her a great resume to become a successful TV actress, correspondent and host. While hosting MTVs Total Request Live, Vanessa interviewed a very famous Hollywood couple at the time, Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson, regarding their relationship and show ‘Newlyweds’. Over the years, Vanessa and Nick would see each other through the media, but remained as acquaintances. Nick was very well known from his days as the front man in the boy band 98 DegreesListen in on this week’s episode to discover more about Vanessa Lachey and how you can win the crown. Additional Resources: Click find a pageant to find a pageant near you.Click to read How to Become a Model Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victoria Piekut will be representing her state as Pennsylvania at this year's Miss USA 2020 pageant. This will be the most popular and televised pageant Victoria will be competing in, but she has had many experiences in competing to prepare her for this journey.Victoria has done very well for herself in the National American Miss and International Junior Miss pageants. She has won several titles and awards including a national and international talent award for singing opera. She has been practicing her talent since high school and it has given her the opportunity to stand out in pageants today. But, it’s her passion for business and entrepreneurial spirit had led her to being the co-founder and president of the Wight Elephant Boutique. This is a women's fashion boutique that specializes in providing unique, fun and timeless styles to women from clothing lines around the world.Listen in on this week’s episode to discover more about Victoria Piekut and how you can win the crown. Additional Resources: Click pageant dresses to shop for your next pageant.Click to read our Best Evening Gowns in Pageantry: 2020 Edition.Click pageant coaches near me to discover local pageant experts you can work with!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jesse Ladoue and Steven Roddy, interview Kaliegh Garris, Miss Teen USA 2019. Throughout this interview Kaliegh talks about finding her uniqueness in high school and her pageant journey that led her to the Miss Teen USA stage. She attributes her winning to her finding and embracing her differences. After you listen to this podcast you will discover how you can capitalize on your differences to lead you to winning the crown. Listen in on this week’s episode to discover more about Kaliegh Garris and how you can win the crown. Additional Resources: Click to read our Top Pageant Hairstyles of All Time (2020 Edition)Click pageant coaches near me to discover local pageant experts you can work with! Click pageant swag to shop cute outfits for your next pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jesse Ladoue and Steven Roddy, interview Zozibini Tunzi, Miss Universe 2019. In this interview Zozi discusses what it’s like to be quarantined in New York and her journey from South Africa to Atlanta and then to New York. After this interview you will get to understand what makes Zozibini a success. Through her stories and practical pageant advice you will come to understand why she won Miss Universe and how you can win your dream title too. Listen in on this week’s episode to discover more about Zozibini. Additional Resources: Click, Find a Pageant to discover pageants that you qualify for near you!Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal.Shop fun fashion outfits for your next pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jesse Ladoue and Steven Roddy interview Cheslie Kryst, Miss USA 2019. The interview covers a variety of topics including what’s it like being quarantined in the Miss Universe suite, most memorable and embarrassing moments as Miss USA. Additionally, Cheslie shares her best pageant tips, rubbing elbows with celebs like Oprah and how to use branding to set yourself apart and win over the judges. Listen in on this week’s episode to discover more about Cheslie. Additional Resources: Click Pageant Questions to download the questions used by Cheslie to prepare for Miss USA.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal.Shop pageant jewelry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Bazey is identified as “One woman’s inspiring path from helicopter crash survivor to Mrs. International 2012.” She is a former pageant queen, a Harvard Business School graduate, and an accomplished business professional. You may have known this from her website www.sarahbazey.com, but we are going to learn more about her and how she became Mrs. International 2012 and the leader in manufacturing reinforced steel used in concrete paving throughout Canada and the United States.Sarah had been competing in pageants since 1983. Sarah started her pageant journey with American Pageants when it was the Miss Teen of America organization. She purchased the program in 2014 and it was rebranded to American Pageants in 2017 when she expanded it to additional age divisions. Her first pageant was Miss Teen of Minnesota which she won. This opened up many opportunities for her when she learned the true beauty of pageantry is to better yourself, the people around you and to build lasting relationships. This allowed her to compete at Miss Teen of America in 1984 where she remained a finalist. After Sarah competed in Miss Teen of America, she went on to support the organization as a staff assistant and became close with the founder, Warren Alexander. He encouraged her to branch out and compete in the Miss America system. Her original talent was figure skating on plastic ice, however, when MAO established a time limit for set ups she had to find a different talent. Again it was Warren who suggested she try ventriloquism, which helped her win the Miss Metropolitan title.To learn more about Sarah Bazey listen to this week’s episode. Additional Resources: Shop pageant shoesClick Pageant Questions to read our top 25 pageant questions asked in every pageant system.Pageant Prep Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So many pageants are moving to a digital format in light of how the COVID-19 pandemic has turned all of our lives upside down. In light of this we thought doing a podcast specific on how to compete successfully on a digital stage would be wise. So, we have done our research and put together this episode to share what to consider when competing online and highlights equipment and strategies to implement when submitting your videos and going live to compete.  Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Interested in doing a walking & posing session with Jesse Ladoue? Click hereClick Handheld Phone Stabilizer to see what Steven was talking about on the podcast. Click Free Pageant Questions to download our 233 free pageant questions.Pageant Prep Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olivia Miller reigns from Delphos, Ohio and has been involved in the USA National Miss since 2015. It took Olivia four long and dedicated years to finally obtain the title. Each time coming back as a wiser and more experienced version of herself paid off! USA National Miss is an award winning national pageant organization that enriches the lives of young women just like Olivia. The national anti-bullying platform The Crown C.A.R.E.S. is very close to what Olivia has been advocating for in her personal life.Olivia created her own anti-bullying organization, called #BeTheOne, and has now become a platform to promote volunteer opportunities to students. Her message is simply to be a buddy, not a bully. She also created “Adopt a Grandparent” as a way for the youth to volunteer at nursing homes. They also collect donations for families experiencing crises related to a tornado and famine.Get this, Olivia is still only 22 years old and has her whole life ahead of her. She is majoring in business with a concentration in marketing and is looking forward to exploring exciting business opportunities!Winning the title of USA National Miss 2019 also allowed her to win a scholarship of five thousand dollars to achieve her academic goals. She also received a number of other prizes, but we will find those out later.To learn more about Olivia Miller and her pageant journey listen to today’s episode.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Click, Pageant Jewelry to shop new styles and resale items from contestants, designers and retailers throughout the world!Pageant Daily Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep Paid daily mentoring program complete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She’s an American journalist, model and beauty queen. She’s Alexandra LaForce, or Allie as she’s best known. Allie is a former Miss Ohio Teen USA 2005 and she also won the title Miss Teen USA 2005. Although this was fifteen years ago she is still making a name for herself!Allie was born and raised in Vermilion, Ohio. Allie’s parents were college athletes which trickled their talents into their three children. Her father played in two Stagg Bowls for the Wittenberg Tigers, and her mother was a tennis player and cheerleader.Allie is the oldest sibling. Growing up, Allie enjoyed being a role model to her younger brother, Jack, and sister, Aubree, and felt it was important to lead by example. Allie was able to do this by contributing to a number of charities including “Friends of Lorain Foundation”, “Day of Caring”, “Relay for Life" and “Spring Spruce Up.” Each of these organizations aim to make a difference by fundraising, bringing awareness to important issues, promoting literacy and assisting the elderly with yard duties.Allie excelled in volunteering, sports and academics. She received Outstanding Department Student for History and Mathematics, the Students Helping Students Community Volunteer Certificate and the ‘Archie Griffith Award’ for Best Scholar Athlete. Clearly, the things that Allie invested her time into, she succeeded in.She also began competing in pageants in her junior year at Vermilion High School. She described herself as a jock, but a jock who liked to wear pretty dresses. She played volleyball and Varsity basketball, and was a pitcher on her school’s varsity fast-pitch softball team. But if anything, these things helped her immensely in her pageant journey.When Allie wasn’t volunteering, maintaining her academics, or playing sports, she was the school’s on-camera interviewers at football games. Here she would speak to fans and players amidst the action on the field. To learn more about Allie LaForce and her pageant journey listen to today’s episode.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Click Pageant Dresses to shop new styles and resale items from contestants, designers and retailers throughout the world!Pageant Daily. Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gracie Hunt was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. Gracie was raised by her mother, Tavia Shackles, and father, Clark Hunt. Gracie has a younger sister named Ava and a younger brother who is 17. Her and her sister share a birthday. Just two weeks ago on March 29, 2020, Gracie turned 21 and Ava turned 14. Gracie grew up in a sports-loving family. Her grandfather, Lamar Hunt, is known for founding several sports leagues and teams, including the American Football League in 1960, which eventually became the NFL. He also founded the North American Soccer League, which eventually became the MLS - Major League Soccer. Her family is also involved in the NBA and is a minority owner in the NBA team, the Chicago Bulls.Gracie’s first pageant was Miss Texas Teen International in 2016. The pageant is based on platform and community service. Gracie’s experience in sports and working with the special olympics gave her a competitive edge amongst the competition. She won her first pageant on her first try. To learn more about Gracie Hunt and her pageant journey listen to today’s episode.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Click Pageant Dresses to shop new styles and resale items from contestants, designers and retailers throughout the world!Pageant Daily. Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a special edition episode where we will cover how to respond as a titleholder, contestant and business during these unique times in our shared history. Never before has a single event impacted the world so unilaterally. All industries are being impacted by the coronavirus and in this episode we cover: Ideas for digital appearancesHow to develop relationships with sponsorsSaving money strategiesGovernment funds that are available to businesses…and a whole lot more. This hour long podcast covers specific strategies to help YOU! Enjoy and pass along to those whom you know are struggling with what to do during these challenging times. Resources covered in this episode:For a limited time only book a 1:1 mock interview with a former Miss USA or Miss America for only $20! Click Celeb Sesh to book now. The link will disappear when all sessions have been booked.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal.Pageant Questions. 233 free pageant interview questions to help you prepare for interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are going to be taking a look at a contestant that will be competing for Miss USA 2020, Rachel Slawson, our Miss Utah USA 2020.Rachel has gained a lot of publicity since her win at Miss Utah USA. Not only because this is her fifth time competing for a state title in the USA system, but because she is the first openly bisexual contestant to compete at Miss USA.This time competing, Rachel chose to disclose onstage her sexual preference, and looks forward to carrying her genuine and authentic self all the way to the Miss USA stage. Pageants have evolved over the years, and so has society with the growing acceptance of individuals from LGBTQ. This year is another example of how we are seeing the two grow together.Rachel is also eager to share her platform of suicide prevention and mental health by travelling to schools and youth groups across Utah. She also created the hashtag #IamWhy as a way to encourage younger individuals to take ownership of their lives and be their own reason to be alive.Rachel is also an artist, an actress, comedian, international flight attendant and a mental health advocate and speaker. To hear more about the life of Rachel Slawson and her journey to becoming Miss Utah USA 2020 listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Pageant Daily. Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Born in Sincelejo, Colombia, grew up in Barranquilla. Ariadna Gutierrez was born on Christmas Day, and is 26 years old. She grew up with her parents and four older siblings. An interesting fact is that she is a cousin of Miss Universe 2014 and Miss Colombia 2013, Paulina Vega. Family is very important to Ariadna. She has 10 nieces and nephews that she loves to spoil!Ariadna Gutierrez studied at the German School of Barranquilla, and she speaks Spanish, English, and German fluently. Ariadna described her childhood as being very good because her parents were able to give their family a great life. She is known as the cat lady because she has two cats she loves very much. She is currently living in Miami, Florida. She is working as a model for Elite Miami and has most recently modeled for the 2019 Sports Illustrated "Sweet 17."Ariadna now enjoys spending her days modeling, traveling and posting videos on her youtube channel which has over 150 thousand subscribers. Some of her videos are about modeling, makeup and skin care. To hear more about the life of Ariadna Gutierrez and her journey to becoming Miss Colombia 2014 listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Pageant Daily. Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cara Mund was born and raised in Bismarck, North Dakota. At a young age, Cara showed interest in the arts and dance. She began dancing at the age of two. This allowed her to train for four summers with the Radio City Rockettes, an iconic American dance team. Cara became well versed in many extra-curricular activities in highschool. She attended Century High School and graduated as the class valedictorian. Cara was part of the school’s Speech Team, the cheerleading team, the National Honor Society president, and the girls state and girls nation programs, to name a few.She began pageantry as a child, capturing the titles of Little Miss North Dakota, Miss Pre-Teen North Dakota, and Miss Junior Teen North Dakota.In 2010, she was Miss Red River Valley’s Outstanding Teen. She then went on to compete at Miss North Dakota’s Outstanding Teen in 2010, where she won the state title. This allowed her to compete at Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2011. She also was the 4th runner-up at the Miss North Dakota Teen USA 2012 pageant.After graduating from Brown University, Cara’s heart was set on the Miss America pageant. In 2016, she was Miss Oil Country and placed as the first runner-up at Miss North Dakota 2016. Close, but not close enough for Cara. Only a year later, Cara competed at the Miss North Dakota 2017 pageant as Miss Northern Lights, and this time she did not fall short. She was crowned Miss North Dakota 2017 and was on her way to bringing North Dakota its first Miss America crown.To hear more about the life of Cara Mund and her journey to becoming Miss America 2018 listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Pageant Daily. Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andreia Gibau is a first-generation immigrant to the United States. She was born in Cape Verde which is a group of 10 islands on the west coast of Africa, and her family moved to Brockton, Massachusetts when she was seven years old to have a future with better opportunities. Her family settled in Brockton, Massachusetts where Andreia grew up and experienced life. She speaks four languages with Portuguese being her first. Opportunities were abundant in Andreia’s life at a young age. She began modeling and acting at the age of 12. She has modeled for designers like Helen Castillo, Mori Lee and Mac Duggal.In high school, Andreia was part of the drama club. She was introduced to pageants in high school by a teacher, but held off on this opportunity for a few years. In 2013, Andreia moved to New York City to attend St. John’s University. This is where she obtained her Public Relations degree with a minor in fashion. To hear more about the life of Andreia Gibau and her journey to becoming Miss New York USA 2020 listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Pageant Daily. Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep. Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darcy Castro is a writer, creator, and an advocate. She is an experienced pageant queen with a heart of gold, and amongst her pageantry successes has won the Elite National American Woman of Service 2019. Darcy became quite the successful pageant competitor in her time competing as a Miss, winning several local titles. After taking time to focus on her career and her family, she returned to the pageant stage in her 40’s and won her first national title. She is a mother of four who devotes her time to her family, her work as a marketing communications consultant and professional writer, and to her community. Darcy has dedicated copious amounts of her time to serving her community in many different ways, and has received numerous awards for her efforts.Darcy is now an advocate for helping children with parents diagnosed with a brain tumour, as Darcy’s father suffered a brain tumour when she was younger. She has now written a detailed book about her experience to help children ages 7-13 years old who may be experiencing similar circumstances.Darcy’s other platform is focused on respecting ourselves and our community. Using her talents as a professional writer and her time in pageantry she has created a podcast and blog called ‘Cultivating Respect’. To hear more about the life of Darcy Castro and to discover coaching moments inside of her story listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Pageant Daily Free daily digital magazine that helps you train day by day to win the crown.Pageant Prep Paid daily mentoring program compete with Mock Interviews, 1:1 coaching sessions, and access to a hidden portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are going to be talking more about Kaliegh Garris, the current Miss Teen USA 2019. In April 2019, Kaliegh Garris brought the state of Connecticut its second Miss Teen USA title after Logan West’s win in 2012. The pageant was held in Reno, Nevada.18 year-old Kaliegh is now a national titleholder, competitive dancer, model and student. All of which are even more impressive considering she is still in high school.Kaliegh has set the bar high for other teen contestants competing in pageants across America. Kaliegh volunteers at children’s hospitals, travels to New York to model and is an excellent speaker. Her life experiences made her the perfect choice for Miss Teen USA 2019.In pageantry, it is important to have a platform to represent throughout your reign, even as a teen. Kaliegh is actively promoting ‘We Are People First’ which recognizes that people with disabilities should not be, and are not defined by their disability. This platform was inspired by her sister who has multiple disabilities. Throughout her year as Miss Teen USA 2019, Kaliegh has been seen with big sister Miss USA 2019, Cheslie Kryst, along with Miss America 2019 Nia Franklin. The three made their mark across the world as it is the first time in the Miss USA, Miss Teen USA and Miss America history that all three reigning titleholders are women of African American descent. To hear more about the life of Kaliegh Garris and to discover coaching moments inside of her story listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Pageant Prep with Pageant Planet233 Free Pageant Interview Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alayah Benavidez was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. Growing up, Alayah’s ambitions did not know any limits. Dreams of becoming a professional model, pageant queen, author and professor were never just dreams to her, they were something she could make a reality.We all know that most pageant queen success stories do not come without some sort of hardship along the way. In high school, Benavidez was diagnosed with dyslexia and was told she should switch her classes to get additional help, and that she should expect a change in her grades. While these professionals probably had good intentions with telling Alayah the reality of what her expectations should be, this simply did not fit into Alayah’s mindset.Dyslexia could have been the disability that held Alayah back, but instead to propelled her forward, stronger and more determined than ever. Her life motto then became, “work smarter and strive harder.” This helped her excel in AP and dual credit classes.Alayah knows how important reading and writing is to help children in their academic success. This is what inspired her to develop a literacy program for children called ‘Read The Way.’ A common saying that Alayah promotes is, “if you read today, you can lead tomorrow.”In August 2016, Alayah Benavidez captured the title of Miss United States 2016. Miss United States is a national pageant that celebrates women of all walks of life. It empowers its contestants and titleholders to be good and give back to those less fortunate. The pageant has eight age categories where the contestants compete in typical pageant phases of competition including a private interview, swimwear or sportswear, evening gown and on-stage question. Her experience as Miss United States gathered a large fanbase for her next expedition, Miss Texas USA 2019.To hear more about the life of Ava Hill and to discover coaching moments inside of her story listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Alayah Benavidez InstagramThree Bees Boutique InstagramPageant Prep with Pageant Planet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Ava Hill” is a 22-year-old from Kindred, North Dakota. Ava is truly the ‘girl-next-door.’ She enjoys spending time with her family, watching Netflix, snuggling with her cat named Pringles and drinking coffee. She likes to start off each morning with a cup of coffee…. Or five.Although she has made her way to the top of the pageant world you won’t typically find her wearing heels, but you can always find her with a book or in the dance studio. She enjoys coaching her former dance team, the Kindred Vikettes. Dance is not the only thing that Ava is talented in though. At the age of 15, Ava auditioned for ‘The Voice.’ She is also a guitarist and a music writer. Ava’s artistic talents spill over into her professional life as a makeup artist. At the age of 19 she graduated from Faces etc. of Minnesota. She is now a business owner of Ava Hill Artistry. She has also won several awards as a makeup artist. Ava thinks that the most important piece of makeup is lipstick, and that a look is never complete without it!The business world of makeup is not always as glamorous as it may seem. Ava travels mostly within North Dakota, Minnesota and California for a variety of events. Many days are spent doing administration work including writing scripts, writing invoices, scheduling and spending time sending out emails.She got engaged to the love of her life, Grant Harner, on September 28, 2019.Ava’s pageant journey began in the beginning stages of her recovery. Her mother suggested that it may be a good idea to help her gain self-esteem and create purpose in her life. Ava’s mother is a former Miss North Dakota International as well. Ava did not see this for herself. At the time she had purple and grey hair, piercings and tattoos. Not the ‘typical look’ for a pageant girl in her mind. In just two years, to her surprise, she won the title of Miss North Dakota International 2019. Through this journey she became a published journalist, a nominee for Woman of the Year, a worldwide ambassador and received the opportunity to compete internationally for the first time in her life.To hear more about the life of Ava Hill and to discover coaching moments inside of her story listen to this week’s podcast.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Shopping for Pageant Dresses233 Free Pageant Interview Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Favorite Pageant Products was inspired from our Best in Pageantry Awards, which is going on right now. We decided to list our favorite pageant products of 2019 and share them with you. While the companies who made the list did not know they were being featured, some of these items can be found in our Shop. Either way we link you to the company or product page so if you’re interested you can easily contact the company or purchase the product outright. Here’s to your success!Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in: Shopping for Pageant Dresses233 Free Pageant Interview Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zozibini Tunzi was born in Tolso Eastern Cape located in South Africa. Here she grew up with her parents and three other sisters. She is the second oldest of her siblings. Zozi grew up close with her family and considered her parents her role models.“My mother taught me the importance of being kind and humble and always helpful to those around me and my father taught me the importance of education, hard work, and discipline.”Growing up some of Zozi’s hobbies included hiking, cooking, and watching her favourite television shows. If you’re doing these hobbies right now, maybe you can also be the next Miss Universe? Surely she didn’t know at those moments what she was destined to become.Zozi grew up truly just like any other woman might have. She loves watching Marvel movies and Game of Thrones. She attended Cape Peninsula University of Technology and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Image Management in 2018. Zozi worked as a graduate intern in the public relations department of Ogilvy Cape Town. She also went on to complete a Bachelor of TechnologyZozi’s love for education most likely came from her parent as her mother is a school principal and her father works at the Department of Higher Learning in Pretoria. Aside from getting her post-secondary education, Zozi also worked as a model in East London, Eastern Cape.In 2018, Zozi entered the reality TV show Presenter Search. She was unsuccessful in this venture, but there were other ways she was meant to be in the spotlight.Listen to today’s episode to learn more about Miss Universe 2019, Zozibini Tunzi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Betty Cantrell Maxwell was born and raised in Warner Robins, Georgia. This 25 year old beauty queen was ironically named after her Greek Grandmother, Baciliky, which means ‘Royalty’. Growing up, Betty lived the true country girl life as her and her family lives on a 675-acre farm in rural Georgia. She knows how to drive a full-sized John Deere tractor, plow and seed fields, and she can even handle a shotgun. She grew up in a strong Greek Orthodox family and attended church all her life in Macon, Georgia. Betty finds strength in her faith and carried this with her throughout her life and pageant career.Betty started taking professional vocal and stage lessons at 14. She loved to write songs but would never show anyone. In eighth grade, she got the lead role in the school play. She was never an A-student, and didn’t enjoy the sciences or math. But when it came to the arts, Betty was first place in all the poetry contests and talent shows. She studied at Mount de Sales Academy for high school and then went on to study vocal performance at Mercer University. She holds a Bachelor of Music Degree in Vocal performance.Betty clearly had all of the roots to make a great national American titleholder, which lead her to join her first pageant in 2013. Her mother encouraged her to join for the scholarship opportunities, but clearly Betty was meant for much more!She held two first-runner up positions in preliminary pageants during her early years competing, and then won the Miss Presidential Pathways 2014 as a major title in the Miss Georgia 2014 pageant.That year she placed as the second runner-up at Miss Georgia with a vocal performance as her talent and representing the platform Healthy Georgia, Strong America. Won the title of Miss Warner Robins 2015 where she advanced to the Miss Georgia America 2015 pageant. Betty then went on to win the Miss Georgia 2015 pageant on June 20, 2015. Betty was awarded $15,000 in scholarship money, plus a Kia Sorento during her reign. Betty excelled in talent, evening wear, and on-stage question, making her an excellent, and well-prepared candidate for the upcoming Miss America competition.This is all very impressive for a country girl who never saw herself becoming a pageant queen! It was Betty’s mom who encouraged her to compete, which ultimately led her to compete at Miss America 2016.Listen to today’s episode to learn more.This week’s featured spotlights are: Titleholders Respond to Voy Board Bullies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jackie Watson is the woman we are going to be taking a look at today, which some of you may know as the Director of the system USA National Miss.Jackie Watson is a natural leader as she spent years directing a state pageant, which she founded. Now running for 9 years, the USA National Miss Systems is one of the highest regarded national pageant scholarship systems in America. Jackie prides her brand on advocating for positive pageantry who loves God.This national pageant director started her involvement in pageantry as a pageant mom.Jackie’s daughter, Kayla, started competing in pageants when she was 7 years old and this kick started the families pageant journey. She saw the fellowship and personal development that pageants provided to young girls, like her daughter, and loved every part of it.While she enjoyed the aspects of pageantry from the stance as a pageant mom, she could not help but notice a void in the industry. She felt that pageants lacked a unique quality about them that could really help girls and women excel in their pageant and personal lives. “What was missing was character development, service, and an elevated experience”, she says. Listen to today’s episode to learn more.This week’s featured spotlights are: Find a PageantBest Prize Packages in Pageantry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s podcast we are going to be talking about a woman well known in the Miss America, Miss USA, and Mrs America organizations, Mekayla Eppers.Mekayla began her pageant journey at 12 years old and has captured seven pageant titles in her life, including the titles of Miss Indiana USA 2016 and Mrs. America 2018.While some people know Mekayla for her success in the pageant industry, she is more than just a beauty queen. Mekayla is a model and has been featured in TV commercials, in movies, and in fashion magazines. From her experience in modeling and in pageants she knew she wanted to make a mindset shift in the industry from focusing on ‘size’ and ‘shape’ towards adapting a healthy lifestyle. Mekayla Diehl (her maiden name) was born in 1988 in Elkhart, Indiana. Now Mekayla describes herself as a ‘Michiana’ since the town is on the Michigan and Indiana state line.Mekayla is a descendent from the Ojibwe tribe, a member of the Ontario-based Zhiibaahaasing First Nation through her mother.For the most part, a child’s life is known as an innocent and youthful experience where the child can live, learn and play. This was not the case for Mekayla. She was sexually abused by a family friend which led to her grandmother adopting and raising her.However, what can be described as the unthinkable is not what Mekayla’s childhood is known for. She began her modeling career at just 5 years old, which gave her the opportunity to walk in various local and state fashion shows, model for swimsuit brands and clothing lines, and also appear on TV commercials. She has modeled from some pretty well-known brands including Toyota, Subway, Cadillac, Nissan, and Chevrolet.Aside from modeling, Mekayla is also a very talented dancer. She began dancing at the age of 12 up until her college years. She performed tap, jazz, ballet on pointe, hip hop, modern, and is currently dabbling in ballroom.Her talents do not stop there. Mekayla also did 8 years of concert flute and 4 years of color guard. Mekayla’s pageant journey began when she was 12 years old placing as the first runner-up at Miss Sunburst, a local Indiana pageant in 2001.Listen to today’s episode to learn more.This week’s featured spotlights are: Chelsea Hardin of Miss Fit Transformation ProgramLead Fitness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lorraine Schuck’s pageant career dates back to over 40 years ago. Lorraine won the title of Mutya ng Pilipinas 1979.Mutya ng Pilipinas began over 51 years ago in 1968, and it’s titleholders have gone on to win 15 of the largest international pageant titles in the world. The pageant is best known for promoting tourism in Asia, social responsibility, fashion, and beauty pageantry.Lorraine was chosen to compete at the international Miss Asia Quest 1979 pageant which was held in Manila, Philippines. 15 countries competed for the title, but Alya Altas from Turkey was the one who took home the title.Lorraine represented the Philippines and made her country proud by placing as the second runner-up to winner Alya Altas from Turkey, and first runner-up Maureen Lestourgeon from India. Lestourgeon was unable to fulfill the duties and Schuck was then moved into the position as the first runner-up.If the Miss Asia Quest pageant is an unfamiliar name, it is because the pageant has since rebranded itself in 2016 to be called the Miss Asia Pacific International pageant. Lorraine since became the Executive Vice President of the organization named Carousel Productions Inc, which owns the Miss Earth and Miss Earth Philippines pageants.Schuck is the executive vice president and co-founder, next to President/Businessman Ramon Mon-zon. The organization is based in Manila, Philippines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s podcast we are looking into the life of Emanii Davis, the current Miss Earth Air 2019 and former competitor in the Miss USA and Miss World America pageant systemsEmanii began competing in pageants when she was 14 years old and has captured numerous prestigious pageant titles and become a role model and pageant icon to many women. She has won the titles Miss Teen Atlanta, Miss Georgia USA 2016, Miss Earth USA 2019, and Miss Earth Air 2019.Aside from the titles she has won, Emanii also gone on to place as the second runner-up at Miss USA 2016 and third runner-up at Miss World America 2017.She is an environmental activist and advocates for education in her pageant career and in her personal life. Throughout her life and pageant career, Emanii has worked with organizations including Best Buddies, United Service Organization, and the Greenhouse Project.She has a passion for helping others achieve academic success by starting her own program to provide resources to help students build on their current knowledge, encourages students to follow their dreams, and helps prepare them for the real world.Tune into this week’s podcast to learn more about Emanii Davis and discover how her story can help you win.This week’s featured spotlights are: Want to be our next podcast feature? Create a contestant profile and then email us with the title, “Podcast Feature” to be considered.Find a Pageant Coach Near Me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have done so many podcasts about being the contestant who is trying to mentally prepare to overcome the stigma of the runner up or the high performing transfer of another system.But, today we are saying... first runner up, or perpetual top 5 finisher... we see you and are here for you.It is a huge mental conundrum to be able to finish so close and then do it all again. What do you keep the same, what do you change, was it a fluke, is it your time?!So we have put together five of our favorite dos and don’ts if you are coming off a hot pageant season and are looking for your crown.Listen in as Jesse & Steven discuss the 5 dos and don’ts of being a favorite to win.  This week’s featured spotlights are: Shop Pageant Dresses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Winning a pageant is both an art & a science. The art of winning a pageant is presented fashion and in the conversation of interview. The “science” of winning a pageant is in the pageant you choose and the team you surround yourself with while you compete. This episode focuses on finding the best pageant based on your skill set.Listen in as Jesse & Steven discuss 5 different strategies for finding and winning in a new pageant system.  This week’s featured spotlights are: Find a PageantShop Pageant DressesBecause you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in,101 Pageant Tips (for First Time Contestants). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kendra Hale is an only child who grew up in a small town in rural southwestern Virginia called, Christiansburg. She graduated as valedictorian from Christiansburg High School and the Southwest Virginia Governor’s School.  Kendra recalls that in her hometown, pageants were not common and many people didn’t understand the different aspects of being involved in pageants such as going after scholarships, being goal-oriented, and being of service. She believes in “leading by example” so she worked hard to prove to everybody that pageants were filled with smart, accomplished girls that were working hard on achieving their dreams.Kendra says, “I wanted to be an inspiration to young girls everywhere by showing that your circumstances and surroundings don’t define who you are or who you will become.” Kendra’s pageant journey started when she was 13 or 14 and shortly thereafter became involved with the Princess America pageant system. She first won the title of Princess America’s District of Columbia Teen, and eventually she became Princess America’s District of Columbia Miss.Kendra demonstrated her pageant promise early on, and began earning titles and awards almost instantly. During her pageant experience with Princess America she won the “Princess America’s Difference Maker Award”, as well as the “Princess America’s Leadership and Academic Excellence Award”.Once this fresh faced Virginia girl got bitten by the pageant bug, there was no turning back and soon she had earned her 1st national title, “Outstanding Miss of America 2016-2017”.Kendra admits that her introduction to the world of pageantry was difficult because she really had no frame of reference for competing, nor did she know anyone who competed. But, she didn’t let her lack of knowledge intimidate her or make her feel inadequate. She used all the tools and resources that she could find, and she asked for help.“Since I was a latecomer, I didn’t know a lot about what was going on and I had to work really hard to learn everything I needed to know. I utilized resources, such as Pageant Planet and other publicly available information, to learn about different organizations and competitions. I worked with incredible people to learn the right skills.  I didn’t let my age or lack of knowledge stop me.”  This week’s featured spotlights are: Omnia Garment BagPageant Prep HelpShop Pageant Dresses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s podcast features none other than Paula Shugart, who is the beloved president of the Miss Universe organization, as every fan of the pageant knows. With more than 30 years of experience in the television industry, Paula Shugart has been a driving force in entertainment television production for domestic and international audiences.As president of the Miss Universe Organization (MUO), and producer of the Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA pageants, Paula oversees all business transactions and is responsible for the production of the live, worldwide telecasts each year.Paula’s father was an Admiral in the US Navy, and she says her childhood really helped to prepare her for her current role as the president of an international organization. She believes that her global travels left her with a deep appreciation and understanding of the world’s cultural diversity as well as its commonality.But, as much as she loved being a “Navy Brat”, when it came time to attend college, Paula says that she just wanted to go someplace new…without a Navy base. She had grown tired of living in a coastal city like San Diego and just wanted to live in a location that was different and challenging.She found that new and different place in the Midwest. Paula chose Ohio University, which consistently ranks as one of the top schools in the country for television communication. Paula graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1981, with a BS in Communications, focusing on journalism and production, which was absolutely the right career path for her.In 1982, after finishing college, Paula packed her bags and headed from Ohio to the center of television production: Sunny California! After only five days in Los Angeles, she met Kevin Bright (who was the Executive Producer of the TV show “Friends”) and he gave Paula her first big break, and that meeting began her career in production. From 1982 to 2002 Paula was busy making quite a name for herself, and success seemed to come naturally to the Admiral’s personable daughter. She was based in Los Angeles and developed a specialty in live television production while working on some of the world’s largest productions: the “Academy Awards,” “American Music Awards,” “Golden Globes,” “International Rock Awards,” and “President Clinton’s 50th Birthday Celebration,” among many others.She also served as a producer on the original talent competition, “Star Search” for seven years, as well as a multitude of other programs including the Lifetime Special “The Age of the Female Icon,” which garnered a Cable Ace Award nominationPaula became so accomplished at handling the monumental task of producing major events that she got involved in the music industry. Paula was involved in producing two legendary artist’s television productions: Madonna on her “Blond Ambition Tour” and the Rolling Stones on their “Steel Wheels Tour.” And, if that wasn’t impressive enough, she even forayed into the world of daytime television as Supervising Producer for ABC’s talk show “Mike & Maty” and then went on to produce the pilot for the highly popular “Donny and Marie Show” for Columbia Television. Paula is an active member of the Director’s Guild of America and the Producers Guild of America and has served as a Commissioner to Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s Latin Media and Entertainment Commission.She was also named a member of the Women's Leadership Board at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. This was an especially relevant and important accolade for Paula, as her election was based on her professional accomplishments and demonstrated commitment to women and girls. To learn more about Paula Shugart her work with the Miss Universe organization and beyond, listen to this week’s episode. Special thank you to Julia Stone for doing the research on Paula.This week’s featured spotlights are: Pageant SearchBest in Pageantry AwardsPageant Dresses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before he became known as, Mac Duggal, one of the most successful and well known fashion designers in the world, he was called, “Manmohan Singh Duggal”.He was born in New Delhi (Deli), India, in 1960 to a very spiritual family, where his grandfather, father and brother, were all the heads of an international spiritual organization that teaches a form of meditation and ethical living to millions of people, all around the world. The basics principles of their teachings are meditation, truthfulness, and vegetarianism.Mac Duggal has said that that all three of those men were significant mentors in his life and he believes they each played a significant role in the person that he is today.He practices a religion called Sikhism. Sikhism believes in one higher power and one higher consciousness and that everyone is equal. He says that these concepts were essentially the same as the American values he saw when he moved to the United States, and it was one of the reasons he was so attracted to the U.S.In Sikhism all men wear a turban, and the women keep their hair long and don’t ever cut it.For the Sikhs, the turban means responsibility and promotes equality. It also preserves their Sikh identity. When a boy becomes an adult, somebody respectable from the community ties the turban on their head for the first time. Mac Duggal says that he was really lucky and honored because his own father tied the turban on him for the first time.Education, music, and spirituality were constant values in the family’s home, and seemed to permeate everyday life.But, Mac Duggal says that even more important to him, was the love that came so effortlessly from his parents, not only towards his family members, but also to all the diverse people who came seeking spiritual guidance from all over the world.All throughout his childhood, Mac Duggal was introduced to incredible people from all cultures, and his horizons expanded greatly as a result. This openness to others and their differences created the foundations of his belief system and molded his orientation towards the world and life in general. To learn more about Mac Duggal and the rise of his empire listen to this week’s episode. Special thank you to Julia Stone for doing the research on Mac Duggal.This week’s feature spotlight is a new feature that was released on Pageant Planet. As of October 31, you now have the ability to buy and sell dresses! Click on Pageant Dresses in our menu to start shopping or login to your contestant, retailer or designer account to upload your dresses to sell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katerina Rozmajzl may look like a Barbie doll, with her waist long platinum blonde hair and icy blue eyes, but don’t make the mistake of writing her off as, “just a model” or underestimating her business acumen. I personally am super excited for today’s podcast because even I learned SO much about this contestant I may have just showed up on stage as an Instagram Celeb.This Czech born instagram star is a brilliant and ambitious business mogul who runs her own beauty and fashion blog and launched her very own beauty line, “Katerina Cosmetics” at only 19 years of age.She’s a full time model, she’s held a state title, she’s running a global business, and she’s an Instagram mega-star. And, earlier this year, she made her debut in the movie, “Dumplin”” with Jennifer Aniston! She has nearly 700,000 followers on Instagram, but it was her appearance at the 2019 Miss USA pageant, where she competed as Miss Georgia USA, that really gained her worldwide attention. Today on our podcast, we’re excited to learn just a little bit more about Katerina Rozmajzl.This week’s feature spotlights are:Diverse Styles, not all nudes are created equal.Pageant PrepRemember to visit, https://www.pageantplanet.com/dresses on October 31st. On Halloween you will be able to buy and sell dresses. Scary, huh? :)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hannah Brown grew up in Tuscaloosa Alabama and is a major Crimson Tide fan! She graduated magna cum laude from theUniversity of Alabama in 2017, the same college that her parents attended, where she earned her degree in communications and Information Sciences with a minor in public relations.She became a sister of Alpha Chi Omega sorority during her time in college and served as a consultant to the university, helping clients with public speaking. Then she worked as an interior designer after college.The Northport native began competing in pageants when she was 15 because of the opportunities for scholarships. However, she soon found that being able to develop her public speaking skills and share her talent as a jazz dancer, was just as important to her. She began her journey in pageantry by getting involved with the Miss America system when she became Miss Teen Tuscaloosa. She placed as first runner-up in the Miss Alabama Outstanding Teen pageant, and then followed that up with a second runner-up placement in the Miss Alabama Teen USA pageant.To learn more about Hannah Brown’s journey in pageantry and beyond listen in on this week’s episode.This week’s feature spotlight is Nude Pageant Shoes by Diverse Styles! Not all nude is created equal and Diverse Styles has nudes in the color of cinnamon, onyx and cashew.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fondly called "Mama J" by his friends and protégées, Jonas Antonio Gaffud is the unquestionable force behind the tremendous success of the Philippines in international pageants.Jonas Gaffud is frequently called, “The Queen Maker”, but he doesn’t just specialize in mentoring women for beauty pageants. He is also the President and Manager of Mercator Artist and Model Management, where he manages some of the biggest stars in the Philippines, as well as managing talent in Brazil. He handles the careers of professionals in the entertainment business, in addition to fashion models and commercial actors alike. As if scouting talent around the globe didn’t keep him busy enough, he is also one of the executives behind Empire PH, a digital channel which produces lifestyle, beauty, and wellness shows in the Philippines.And, in his spare time, he also helps to manage the activities of Empire Studios, which is a diverse collection of industry professionals that facilitate workshops on personality development, self improvement, dance, acting, and pageantry.The say the least, the man is busy. But, that’s because before he had any of the responsibilities that he has today, Jonas Gaffud was once a guy with just a dream….and little else. This week’s feature spotlight is 233 Free Pageant Interview Questions! These free questions are downloaded by hundreds of contestants, judges and directors each week. Practicing these is like getting a cheat sheet for pageant interview.. Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in, Binibining Pilipinas Pageants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Miss America Pageant found its origins nearly 100 years ago, in the month of September. The pageant was first held on September 25, 1920. It was billed as the “Fall Frolic” and began simply as a marketing idea The event was so successful that the originators scheduled it to take place the week-end following Labor Day, to encourage summer visitors to stay in Atlantic City. Therefore, the first official, “Miss America” was held on September 8, 1921; 98 years ago!The competition has come a long way since then. And, it’s titleholders have evolved into some of the most talented and accomplished women the pageant world has ever witnessed. And, the current Miss America is no exception.Nia Franklin, Miss America 2019, is everything a modern Miss America should be. She is not only beautiful, intelligent and talented. She is an exceptionally accomplished individual. She has earned a Masters degree in Music Composition; she is a classically trained opera singer and she relentlessly endeavors to use her voice and the power of music to transform lives through art.This week’s feature spotlight is Pageant Match! This free, interactive feature will match you with the organization or expert who will help you achieve your dreams after a few short questions. It works regardless of where you live in the world. Give it a try! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Osmel Sousa had a dream that was born out of an obsession with beauty. He longed to create a world that was filled with beauty of every kind. Like many artists, his desire to be surrounded by beauty was to somehow erase the ugliness and pain that he witnessed and internalized as a child.As a boy, he remembers spending all of his time drawing. He would draw rows of women – always women – and then pick out the best and draw them again with all sorts of dresses that he would clip on and off. In essence, he was designing a fashion show. One day his mother saw him and forbade him from ever doing it again. She couldn’t stand the thought that he was making silly little "paper dolls".He suffered from learning disabilities that went undiagnosed until he was an adult, so he constantly struggled with his studies. But, instead of sitting in class and feeling frustrated, he would use that time to draw images of women, constantly trying to create what he viewed as the perfect, most angelic face.Tragically, Sousa’s parents did not share in his appreciation for beauty nor did they support their son’s remarkable artistic talents. In fact, they were so disturbed by his behavior and personal interests, that when he was still just a young child, they forced him to undergo hormonal treatments to try to deepen his voice, in order to make him more "masculine".Sousa’s parents did not stop there. Because they perceived his developing sexual orientation as such a threat, when he was just 13 years old, they sent him away from his home in Cuba to live with his grandmother in Venezuela.   After graduating from high school, in his newly adopted country of Venezuela, he studied acting, but quickly realized that he was not cut out to be an actor.He then briefly held jobs as an advertising draftsman and art designer for the two large television networks in Venezuela. Although, these jobs were a dead end for him artistically, fate stepped in while he was working for one of the television networks.It was there that Sousa would meet Lupita Ferrer, who eventually became a famous actress. She convinced him to take a chance and move to the sprawling metropolis of Caracus.Little did he know that because of this move, his paper dolls would finally come to life… Listen to this week’s episode to learn more about the life of Osmel Sousa.This week everything is 10% inside of Pageant Planet’s Shop when you use the coupon code PODCAST. Shop through 100s of items ranging from hairspray to shoes to earrings to bags and much more!Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading, Beauty Pageant Statistics and 101 Tips for First Time Pageant Contestants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode goes deep into the two fundamental truths about the people deciding your pageant fate. First, judges are real people too. Second, judging is extremely hard. In this episode, Jesse and Steven break down common thoughts shared by all pageant judges when they are scoring and choosing their winner. After listening to this you’ll have an understanding of what’s happening inside the judges' room so that you can be better equipped to win the competition.This week's promotional item is our pageant prep membership! Click to discover how you can unlock the power of our messaging portal to access verified coaches from every system and country who are ready to help you win the crown!Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading How Do Judges Score Beauty Pageants or Top 25 Pageant Questions Asked by Judges (in Every Pageant). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pia Wurtzbach, born September 24, 1989, is a Filipina-German model, actress and former beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Universe 2015.Pia was born in Stuttgart, Germany to a German father and Filipino mother. Her middle name "Alonzo" is her mother's maiden name, traditional to the naming practices of the Philippines. She and her family moved to Iligan, Philippines when she was a small child. They later moved to Cagayan de Oro in the country's Northern Mindanao region.At the age of nine, her parents separated. Wurtzbach then became the family’s main breadwinner through modeling and acting. She finished her secondary education at ABS-CBN Distance Learning Center in Quezon City, Metro Manila and studied culinary arts at the Center for Asian Culinary Studies in San Juan, Metro Manila.After being raised in the Philippines, she spent several years in England. She speaks fluent Cebuano, English and Tagalog. She also speaks basic German, which she described as "enough to get myself a bratwurst."To learn more about Pia and her journey to becoming Miss Universe, listen to this week’s episode.This week's promotional item is our Pageant Autograph Pad! Create a lasting impression on your next appearance by giving the gift of your signature and headshot.Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in learning more about the Miss Universe pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the age of thirteen, Priyanka Chopra moved to the United States to study while living with her aunt. Chopra’s aunt’s family also moved frequently. She attended schools in Newton, Massachusetts, Queens, New York and Cedar Rapids, Iowa. While attending school in Massachusetts, Chopra participated in several theatre productions. She also studied Western classical music, choral singing and Kathak dance.After three years in the United States, Chopra returned to India to finish her senior year of high-school education at the Army Public School in Bareilly. During this period, she entered and won the local "May Queen" beauty pageant.After her win, she was pursued by admirers, leading her family to equip their home with bars for her protection. After Chopra’s win, her mother then entered her in the 2000 Femina Miss India contest.The pageant today selects India’s representatives to the Miss Universe, Miss World, Miss Supranational, Miss Grand International, Miss United Continents and Miss Intercontinental pageants. Chopra was first runner-up at the pageant earning her the title of Miss World India 2000.Chopra then went on to compete in the 2000 Miss World pageant. It was the 50th edition of the Miss World pageant and the first since the death of pageant owner Eric Morley. His widow, Julia Morley, had assumed the role as chairwomen of the organization.The pageant had a total of 95 contestants, the highest number of Miss World participants ever at that point in time. In November 2000, Chopra was crowned Miss World 2000 at the age of 18 at the Millennium Dome located in London.She is the fifth Miss World and the second consecutive winner from her country.This week's promotional item is our pageant prep membership! Click to discover how you can unlock the power of our messaging portal to access verified coaches from every system and country who are ready to help you win the crown! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Running an organization is difficult. There is constant planning, traveling and connecting. However, this is a labor of love for directors. Directors start pageants for a number of reasons, but mostly to give back. No one knows this better than Julia Morley, chairwoman of the Miss World Organization. Julia Evelyn Morley is a British businesswoman, charity worker and former model. She is the current chairwoman of the Miss World Organization which runs the annual Miss World and biennial Mister World competition.She was born Julia Evelyn Pritchard on October 2, 1939 in London. She was working as a model when she met her husband, Eric Morley. At the time, he was a director of Mecca Dancing, at a dance hall located in Leeds, England. The two married in 1960 when she was 21.Before their marriage, Eric Morley laid the groundwork for the Miss World pageant in 1951.This week's promotional item is our OneX50 All-In-One Styling & Finishing Spray! You know what stinks about other hairsprays? They are sticky, flaky, crunchy, painful to brush out and smell awful. No thank you. ONEx50 is doing it different, doing it better. How you ask? Click here to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In pageants, the first thing everyone sees before they meet you is your pageant headshot. A headshot gives the judges and audience a glimpse into who you are. Therefore, the message you convey with your headshot is the first thing you convey to everyone. The most important part of having a great headshot is to have a great photographer.No one knows this better than Fadil Berisha. He’s been in the industry for over 35 years and has been instrumental in bringing the glamour and fashion out in the pageant world. Berisha was born in Kosovo to Albanian parents in 1960 and even to this day, both countries remain close to his heart.At age 8, he moved to Italy for a year where he started to develop his passion for beauty and art.According to an interview with Kosovo Diaspora, faces were of great interest to Berisha growing up. He said in the interview: “As a kid, I loved faces, all faces, and I was genuinely curious about them.”One year later, he and his family then migrated to New York City, New York at the age of nine and his upbringing was similar to that of any average immigrant family. Every major decision, he recalls, revolved around personal finances.After graduating from high school, Berisha attended the Fashion Institute of Technology where he studied Men’s Fashion Design and Photography. When he chose to major in men’s fashion design, his family was not particularly thrilled.He was the first person in his family to study art, but the degree did very little to quench his thirst for art. Put simply, Berisha didn’t feel like he was in the right career path, yet.To hear more about the life of Fadil Berisha, his journey of breaking boundaries, and what you can learn from his life, listen in.This week's promotional item is our Pageant Prep Membership! Choose the membership option that works best for you and gain immediate access to coaches all over the world. Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in learning more about Best Pageant Headshots: 2019 Edition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the most important aspects in building your brand as a titleholder is finding your look. This look is part of who you are as a contestant whether you are onstage, volunteering or in the interview room. In addition to finding an amazing outfit, one of the most important aspects of your look as a queen is your makeup. Makeup is a way for contestants to enhance their natural beauty and define their style.We talk a lot about interview skills and presentation abilities, but the reality of the pageant industry is that much of your scoring is based on a polished appearance. No one knows this better than Meredith Boyd. Born Meredith Moser, she is an award winning makeup artist specializing in natural makeup looks for corporations and celebrities nationwide with over 20 years of experience.She is another that has found herself on Pageant Planet’s Best Pageant Makeup Artists over the years.This week's promotional item is Crown Jewels! Crown Jewels has released their newest earring styles. With more than 3,000 different styles to choose from you are sure to find what you need and at a price you can afford. If you want it custom you can email us, shop@pageantplanet.com and we can do that for you too.  Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in learning more about A Queen’s Guide to Pageant Makeup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I feel like you can’t talk about Savvy’s early life without smiling. She is as salt of the earth as it gets and it is obvious why she is beloved by so many. Savvy was born and raised in Fayetteville, Arkansas, home of Wal-Mart, Tyson Foods and the University of Arkansas.Her parents are Todd and Karen and she has one brother, Dane, who she is close with AND she was baptized in a horse trough. To learn more about Savvy’s rise from Fayetteville to Miss America 2017 listen in.Visit Savvy Shields profile to see her talent video and where she infamously “locked crowns” with her friend. This week's promotional item is Pageant Daily! This free resource is delivered to you…daily AND each edition is loaded with tips, current events, product specials and our newest podcast episode, obviously.   Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in learning more about Miss America.Special thank you to @holly_on_ig and @tessa.lillian for contributing to the episode!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While pageants all have different phases of competition, one of the most consistent and well-loved categories is the evening gown or formal wear competition. It’s meant to highlight a contestant’s poise and elegance and choosing the right gown is crucial to nailing this part of the competition.Contestants spend hundreds, or sometimes thousands on the “right” dress that they hope wins them the title. It has to wow on stage and it has to be from a designer who understands the performance quality expectations of a couture or custom gown. And you can’t talk about pageant evening gown competition without talking about Sherri Hill, one of the most notable designers in the game. Not just in the pageant world, but the prom industry as well.This week's promotional item is the Classic Ankle Strap Heel. Use the coupon code PP15 to save 15%!  Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading our course titled, How to Become a Model (And Get Your First Job). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode covers the life and pageant journey of Catriona Gray, Miss Universe 2018.Catriona’s full name is Catriona Elisa Magnayon Gray. She was born on January 6, 1994 and on December 17, 2018, she was crowned Miss Universe 2018 at the 67th annual Miss Universe pageant. She was crowned at the IMPACT Arena, Muang Thong Thani in Nonthaburi Province, a northern suburb of Bangkok, Thailand.She was born in Cairns, a city in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia, to a Scottish-born father, Ian Gray, from Fraserburgh, and a Filipina mother, Normita Ragas Magnayon and she is reportedly named after her paternal grandmother, Catherine Gray, who immigrated to Western Australia from Scotland in 1952 as well as her maternal grandmother, Elsa Magnayon, her maternal grandmother from the Philippines.Listen to this episode to learn more about Catriona and her journey to becoming Miss Universe 2018.This week's promotional item is our pageant directory. Click, Pageants Near You to see if the pageant you are competing for is listed. If you don’t see it listed then help your director market his or her pageant by adding it to our directory by clicking here.  Special thank you to @HazelMD (“the poet”) and @JayGuiza for contributing to the episode!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s no secret that many of our listeners and followers are novices in the industry. Sometimes newer contestants will see or hear a trend, latch onto it and replicate it - not realizing when they do it, it will be the millionth time a judge will have seen it. So, today, we are going to be discussing some overdone trends we have seen over the past few years and how to avoid them. I think it is important to note that there are exceptions to every single one of these where someone has been successful with them. It even may be the right thing for YOU, but we want to make you aware, and then the decision is up to you.We’ve separated these into two sections - the appearance section, what you wear and how you look - and the interview section, common phrases. We will also provide you with alternatives!  This week's promotional item is our new course titled, Pageant Dictionary. This course covers common phrases in pageantry that newbies or veterans may not be aware of. How many do you know?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Jesse and Steven discuss the life of Michaela Abelgas. Michaela has won national titles in 5 of the largest pageants in the United States by the age of 22 years old. Listen as Steven and Jesse break down how Michaela prepares for pageants and how you can implement her preparation tactics into your pageant prep.This week's promotional item can be found by clicking, Pageant Autograph Pad. Let us design a custom autograph pad around your headshot, name and title (if applicable). All autograph pads are 5.5” x 6” and come in quantities of 40. Because you’re interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading 101 Tips for First Time Pageant Girls.Special thank you to @TeniJanina and @USANationalPrincess for contributing to the episode!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Jesse and Steven discuss the value and disadvantage to having a large social media influence and how it can both help you win the crown and hold you back from winning the crown. This week's promotional item can be found by exploring any of our gallery pages. Click: Pageants Near Me to see reviews and message directors. To access your messages, login and then click “Messages”.Because you’re interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading, Social Media Etiquette Guide for Titleholders.Special thank you to @PageantDoorNationalMiss and @MrsAmazingJourney for contributing to the episode!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s podcast features the life and triumphs of Angela Ponce, the first transgender woman to win Miss Universe Spain and to compete at Miss Universe. Miss Universe Spain was not the first pageant that Angela won or competed in. Listen to discover why her journey could help you win the crown. This week's promotional item can be found by clicking, Pageant Jewelry. Shop the largest selection of pageant earrings on the web! Here is the link to 101 Tips for First Time Pageant Girls that we said would be included in the show notes.Struggling with transgender related issues? There’s help! Visit, http://www.fundaciondaniela.org/en/ for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jesse and Steven discuss how to leverage pageantry to find your dream job. They outline 3 specific strategies you can implement regardless of where you live to open up doors of opportunity.This week's promotional item can be found by clicking, Pageant Sponsorship. Through our fundraising feature you can raise the money you need in order to cover pageant expenses. Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading the article 8 Tips to Plan Successful Appearances as a Titleholder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s podcast recaps the life of Teresa Scanlan, Miss America 2011. Miss America is arguably one of the hardest pageants in the world to win and Teresa won the pageant at the age of 17, making her the second youngest woman in the history of the organization to win. She’s also the first Miss America to compete for another pageant title, after winning the crown. Steven and Jesse cover these fun facts and more importantly break them down into mentoring moments so you can use the life of Teresa Scanlan to learn how to succeed.This week's promotional item can be found by clicking, Titleholder of the Day. Use the coupon code: TOD20 to receive 20% off for a limited time. Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading about the history of the Miss America Organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode recaps the life of Miss USA 2016, Deshauna Barber. Prior to winning Miss D.C. USA, Deshauna was an officer in the United States military. Listen in as Jesse and Steven cover the life of Deshauna Barber and breakdown her life into coaching moments that will help you win the crown.This is a new format that we are testing so if you like it (or don’t) let us know by emailing editing@pageantplanet.com (we read every email).This week's promotional item can be found by visiting, Omnia Garment Bag with Hanger. Receive an additional 20% off + get free shipping with the coupon code: omnia20!Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading the article How to Set Goals (and Achieve Them). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode is about legendary Miss Universe runway coach, Lu Sierra. In this week’s episode, Steven & Jesse talk about how she got her start in the pageant industry and share little known facts that will inspire you on your journey. This is a new format that we are testing so if you like it (or don’t) let us know by emailing editing@pageantplanet.com (we read every email).This week's promotional item can be found by visiting, Cali by Dyeables. Receive an additional 25% off the sale price + get free shipping with the coupon code: CALI25! Only 30 pairs left. Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading our rankings of the best pageant coaches in the industry. Additionally, if you want to hire a pageant coach, visit our global coaching directory to find a coach near you!Links mentioned in this episode: Lu Sierra Walking in Shoes 2 Sizes Too SmallModelversity - iTunesModelversity - Google Play Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast was inspired by our mentorship portal. One of the most common questions we receive is: “where do I start?!" After numerous questions on the subject, we asked what is the scientific answer? There are seven areas of pageant prep that are excellent starting points and in this episode, we cover all of them!    If you want Pageant Planet to customize your prep schedule for you we can gladly do that through our membership portal. This episode talks about a trial offer. You can access that by downloading our pageant questions. When you do you’ll be redirected to a page where you can get access to the offer. (Limited time only)This week's promotional item can be found by visiting: Pageant Ad Page. Receive a customized ad page for as little as $25. And for a limited time use the coupon code: ad20 to get an additional 20% off!Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading: 101 Tips for First Time Pageant Girls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first pageant began in the 1800s and was founded on beauty. Judging criteria didn’t involve platforms, a personal story or factor in the personality of the contestants. Fast forward to 2019: pageantry has evolved, but is the evolution of pageantry hurting or helping the industry?In this episode, we test out a new format and debate if beauty should matter more in pageants.This week's promotional item can be found by visiting, Membership Trial Offer. Get unlimited access to our membership portal for 10 days and receive a custom prep schedule for $10.Mentioned in this episode: Miss USA Pageant, Katerina Rozmajzl Instagram and Miss America Pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a contestant, you should not watch pageants like Miss USA, you should be analyzing them and looking for trends that you can capitalize on when competing for the crown. In this episode, we break down the Miss USA 2019 pageant to uncover trends that will help succeed in winning the crown. Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading statistical data on Miss USA. We have broken down average height, eye color, race and zodiac signs of all former Miss USAs. Visit, Miss USA Pageant to read more.This week's promotional item can be found by visiting, Pageant Swag. Get 25% off with the discount code: APPAREL25 Special thank you to @abasinger_422, @abbie_davis and @zariaacarter for contributing to the episode!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For most contestants, parents are a critical part of their pageant journey. Regardless of age, we see momagers and dadagers at every level of competition. We have also seen parents who single-handedly ruin their child’s reputation or chance at a title. (Don’t do this!)In this episode, we recommend that you listen to it with your mom or dad or that you send it to them to listen on their own. Preparing for a pageant with help of a parent can cause additional stress that this episode can help you avoid. This week's promotional item can be found by visiting, Pageant Hair Care. OneX50 uses vitamins, nutrients and sunscreen to protect your hair while you slay the spray.  Articles mentioned in this episode are, Pageant Packing Checklist and Mom’s Guide to Helping a PreTeen Win a Pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The question, "should you express your personal opinions on social media?" came up as one of our Questions of the Day on Instagram and we couldn’t get enough of the amazing dialogue. Due to the engagement, we wanted to take the question to the podcast to share all different sides of this debate. In this episode, you’ll discover why this topic is much deeper than it seems and how your social media channel could get you fired.  This week's promotional item can be found by visiting, Pageant Talent: The Complete Guide. This comprehensive course covers everything that you need to know about talent and it’s completely free. No download required. Just click and read.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading our course titled, Social Media Etiquette Guide for Titleholders.Special thank you to @shesgotways, @sydney.park08, @_parismorris, @msusworld and @franki_kootcher for contributing to the episode!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this week’s episode, we got the opinions of pageant directors. We asked a simple question, “What do they think is required to have a successful reign?” Listen in as directors share openly about what they believe you need to do to. Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading our course titled, How to Set Goals (and Achieve Them).This week's promotional items can be found by visiting, Pageant Earrings. Shop the largest selection for pageant earrings online by visiting the before mentioned link! Special thank you to @the_munastyle, @usanationalmiss, @americanpageantsinc and @dakotajeeean for contributing to the episode!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What should you be posting on social media? Social media alone will not win you the pageant, but it can keep you from winning the crown. In this episode, we cover things to post and how one post cost a girl the crown. Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading our article, Social Media Etiquette Guide for Titleholders.Happy International Pageant Day! Upload pictures of yourself on Monday, April 8th using #internationalpageantday to celebrate with past and present titleholders from all over the world! Also, Miss USA & Miss Teen USA is right around the corner. Visit, Miss USA 2019 profile on Pageant Planet to see all the Teen & Miss USA contestants and read fun facts about them including what other pageants they competed in before winning the state crown.This week's promotional items can be found by visiting, Pageant Prep and you'll receive a one month training program + 10 days of unlimited access to our membership portal for only $10. Must use the coupon code: IPD10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone knows that a director should promote their pageant, but why should a contestant? In this episode, contestants will learn why knowing how to promote a pageant can win them the crown and directors will learn how this one daily activity can help you get 36 new contestants per year. And trust us, if you're a contestant equipped with this one trick, you will dominate your interview and make you a front runner. Every judge wants to crown a contestant who will help the pageant acquire more contestants. Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading our article, How to Market Your Pageant.Also, Miss USA & Miss Teen USA is right around the corner. Visit, Miss USA 2019 profile on Pageant Planet to see all the Teen & Miss USA contestants and read fun facts about them including what other pageants they competed in before winning the state crown.This week's promotional items can be found by visiting, Wonder by Chinese Laundry and you'll save 25% when you use the coupon code: WONDER25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Packing for your pageant should be easy, right? I mean you’ve packed for vacation before and packing for an overnight stay isn’t challenging, so what makes packing for a pageant any different? Well there are a lot of differences, and there are some items that can be replaced if you forget them, but the energy lost in the scramble could cost you the crown. This episode helps you pack like the queen (or king) that you are. Here is the packing checklist that was mentioned in this episode. This week's promotional items can be found by visiting, Pageant Planet's Store.  Special thank you to @erika_allen005, @heaven.alves, @thereal_mrscroft and @lainerlys for contributing to the episode! If you would like to contribute to future episodes follow @PageantPlanet on Instagram and answer the weekly topic when we post it.Because you are interested in this episode you might also be interested in reading our article, Top 25 Pageant Questions Asked in Every Pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you know the rules to a winning pageant pose? If not, this episode breaks down the three rules to having a winning pose on stage. Listen in as Steven and Jesse discuss how to engage the judges, master the one pose that can be used in any phase of competition, and learn a few things that you should NEVER do. Here is the link to the image that Steven said he would share in this episode. This is a contestant standing with "pretty feet." This week's promotional item can be found by visiting, Evening Gowns. Want to sell your items? Visit, Sell on Pageant Planet to apply!Special thank you to @Mrs.Schadegg for contributing to this week's episode. If you would like to contribute to future episodes, follow @PageantPlanet on Instagram and answer the weekly topic when we post it.Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading, Pageant Dresses: How to Style, Pose and Walk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Makeup is one of those skill sets that can take a LONG time to master. What tools do you use, what are the current international trends, what brands are the best, what color foundation should you use based on your skin tone and the questions continue. The topic of makeup is further complicated when you add in phases of competition, stage lighting, system preference and more. In this episode, we cover 3 simple techniques to help you bridge that knowledge gap. However, if you have more questions, we have created a free 100 page course on pageant makeup. Complete with pictures, videos, product and tool recommendations and more. Click Queen's Guide to Pageant Makeup to read our guide. This week's promotional items can be found by visiting, Pageant Earrings. You'll experience earrings for all budgets, styles and colors. Special thank you to @Geneva_Convention_ and @Danielle.Stanfield and for contributing to this week's episode. If you would like to contribute to future episodes, follow @PageantPlanet on Instagram and answer the weekly topic when we post it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Contracts are tricky. The wording, terms and length can be overwhelming; especially when you are asked to sign them after winning the crown. This episode breaks down what you need to know before signing a pageant contract and discusses how to protect yourself from being taken advantage of.  Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in seeing the best ranking Beauty Pageants of 2019.This week's promotional products can be found by visiting, Pageant Planet's Shop and using the coupon code: PODCAST25. When used you will receive 25% off of all shoes AND tee shirts PLUS receive free shipping. Valid through Saturday, March 9, 2019. Special thank you to @AmandaVansickle for contributing to this week's episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Steven & Jesse discuss 3 strategies for making sure you get the perfect headshot. Rather than discussing lighting, posing and camera angles, this podcast reveals what to bring, what to expect and things to look out for. Because you listened to this episode you might also want to read our course on Everything You Need to Know about Pageant Headshots.Also, visit Pageant Headshots to shop pageant headshot photographers near you.This week's special can be found by visiting, Teaser 2 by Chinese Laundry.Special thank you to @TheKenLeighGarner, @CGreeneGo66 & @PageantParticulars for contributing to this week's episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features three simple strategies that you can execute to make judges fall in love with your interview. We cover body language and eye contact techniques as well as how to deal with mean looking judges.Because you listened to this episode you might also want to read our course on How to Succeed in Pageant Interview.In this episode we discuss a previous episode where we discuss personality types. You can listen to that episode by visiting, 5 Pageant Personalities You Need In Your Corner to Win the Crown.This week's special can be found by visiting, Pageant Questions.Special thank you to Mrs.Schadegg and Sherri.Shanley for contributing to this week's episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss what silhouettes work with each body type. This is a great episode for those who are unfamiliar with basic dress silhouette types and want to know what body type fits each silhouette type. If you want to see examples of each silhouette type click, Pageant Dresses and sort our image gallery by silhouette type.This week's special product can be found by visiting, Jonathan Kayne shoes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The colors you wear say a lot about you. Judges are subconsciously influenced by your color choices, both for the good and the bad. Listen to discover what experts say each color means, and how color can make or break your chances at winning your next pageant. This episode's product feature is our VIP membership and can be found by visiting- https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/select-an-option(Recommended Reading) Pageant Dresses: How to Style, Pose & Walk - https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/pageant-dresses-the-ultimate-guideSpecial thanks to our contributors for this episode: @geneva_convention_@stepgsu@vanessajacques_2019@monariseart@kkrr012@mariah_ann15@kellym.piquetito Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Steven and Jesse cover the "4 P's" to winning the evening gown phase of competition. These tips and strategies are universal and can be used by any contestant in the world. The link to the promotional product is: https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/baseballcap/ and be sure to use the coupon code hat20 to save 20%. Special shoutout to the following contributors to this week's episode: https://instagram.com/thepaigejensenhttps://instagram.com/emilee.nevillehttps://instagram.com/ariannavailhttps://instagram.com/sherri.shanleyAdditional resources you will be interested in because you listened to this podcast:If you're looking for a new pageant to compete in visit, https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/category/pageant to shop pageants from all over the world! And if you need a new dress visit, https://www.pageantplanet.com/dresses to shop pageant dresses from all over the planet.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Steven and Jesse change the format up a bit for a "behind the scenes" chat about pageant news topics, trends and one of Jesse's BIG pet peeves. Special shoutout to listener Theresa Cole who inspired this episode!   Promo: Sell your dress, jewelry, fun fashion, interview outfit etc on Pageant Planet! Visit, https://shop.pageantplanet.com/sell/ to join our beta program! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Steven and Jesse discuss the preparation process - how to prepare correctly, pitfalls to stay away from, and what you should be doing after you win the crown. This week's promo is to become our Titleholder of the Day! Here's the link with all of the information: https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/titleholder-of-the-day-feature/A special thanks to the following for contributing to this week's episode:http://www.instagram.com/brooklyn_wilkins2001http://www.instagram.com/missorem.ut Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should you use a translator at an international pageant? How do you prepare for the judges? How important is knowing the culture? This and more is covered in this week's episode!This week's product is the Suntan by Johnathan Kayne. Visit, https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/suntan-by-johnathan-kayne/ to claim the special deal!Special Shoutout to contributors to this week's episode. Check them out on Instagram! http://www.instagram.com/taylorblackwellehttp://www.instagram.com/justmemonkalina Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Staying motivated all year long is challenging. Is it even possible? Well, in this episode Steven and Jesse talk about how to set goals and give some tricks on staying motivated all year round. This week's product is our newest course, "How to Set Goals (and Achieve Them)." This 70+ page article is broken down into sections to give you the option to read it like a book or just click the table of contents to read the section most appropriate. Here's the link: https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-set-goals-and-achieve-them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2018 was an exciting year for pageantry both on the stage and off! This week, Steven and Jesse discuss six trends that prevailed and where we see them carrying over into 2019. You'll hear about everything from evening gown colors to speaking styles as you gear up for another year of pageantry. Learn more about our membership options here: www.pageantplanet.com/box  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are a small but proud industry. News travels fast and reputations stick. People can be fickle and legends stay around forever - good and bad. It's important to set yourself up for long-term success with all of your actions. That includes building relationships with contestants, directors, vendors and judges. In this episode, Jesse and Steven cover how to build relationships and maintain a positive reputation. The promo for this week's episode can be found by going to https://shop.pageantplanet.com. Save 20% off of our entire store. Special shoutout to our friends https://instagram.com/pic_pageantprep and https://instagram.com/amandavansickle for contributing to this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not all of us can be makeup professionals - we make mistakes and we have to adapt on the fly to fix them. If we are really lucky, we can prepare for these mishaps in advance! This week Jesse welcomes Gabby Taveras, Miss Massachusetts 2018, to share 7 Makeup Hacks Every Pageant Girl Must Know. They cover everything from lip smudging, eyeshadow fall-out, unruly brows and several others. Want to learn more about Pageant Makeup? Check out our newest course: A Queen's Guide to Pageant Makeup (https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/a-queens-guide-to-pageant-makeup)Product feature of the week: This week we are offering our followers and listeners 20% off the Andrea Nude Patent Shoe! A must-have STEAL! Coupon code ANDREA (https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/andrea-nude-patent-by-touch-ups/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Traveling for a pageant can be challenging, however, traveling for an International pageant can be daunting. In this episode, Steven and Jesse cover traveling hacks that they use when traveling outside of your country.The product feature for this episode is: https://www.pageantplanet.com/box. When you purchase a box before December 1st you will receive a FREE Titleholder of the Day feature! All boxes will be delivered before Christmas, which makes it the perfect gift! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When life (or pageants) falls short of expectations, how do you respond? How do you make the most out of a situation that is less than desirable? In this episode, Jesse & Steven explore failure and talk about how you can make the most of it.You can save up to 60% off on shoes with the promo code: PODCAST. Visit, shop.pageantplanet.com to claim your discounts.Contributors to this episode are: https://www.instagram.com/amandavansicklehttps://www.instagram.com/jjluvhttps://www.instagram.com/igotsfaith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Awkward moments happen and the more you are in the public eye, the more likely that you will experience an awkward moment. In this episode you'll get to listen to 6 true, awkward moments that happened to various titleholders and hear Jesse & Steven discuss how to work your way through the "dreaded" moment. The product feature for this episode is: https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/whitening-fluoride-toothpaste/ and the cost is $15 with the coupon code: toothpaste :) Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some of the top celebrities that we follow today got their start in pageantry. While not everyone competes to become "famous" pageantry does open up doors of opportunity that can lead to stardom or help you land the job of your dreams. In this episode, Steven and Jesse walk you through 8 strategies that you can use while competing that will help you reach whatever level of fame that you desire. The product feature for this episode is: https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/the-ultimate-guide-to-pageant-hair and the cost is FREE :) Enjoy!A special thank you to the following Instagram followers who contributed to this week's episode! Your input helps create better content that is relevant to your needs!https://www.instagram.com/amandavansickle (Sew Comfort Workshops)https://www.instagram.com/meganmstier (Motivational Speaker)https://www.instagram.com/missyalliej (Glitz Pageant Coach)https://www.instagram.com/stevenroddy (Pageant Planet Founder) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode we talk about in detail the 6 steps to achieving goals. Steven & Jesse reveal how they work to achieve their goals and stay focused in the process.The promo this week can be claimed by visiting, https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product-category/pageant-clothes/, and using the promo code: PODCAST. This offer expires at 11:59pm EST on November 6th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For whatever the reason pageantry has a way of attracting haters. Be it the result of jealousy or something else...it happens. In this episode, Steven and Jesse explore reasons why haters hate and 5 strategies you can use if you encounter a "Negative Nancy". (No offense intended if your name is Nancy :) ) Here is a link to Pageant Daily along with the most recent edition so you can have a sample before signing up: https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/pageant-dailyAlso, here are the Instagram profiles we featured in this week's episode - check them out and let them know if their advice helped you!https://www.instagram.com/alaena.mackenziehttps://www.instagram.com/missorem.uthttps://www.instagram.com/jazzyrjoneshttps://www.instagram.com/anniejluhttps://www.instagram.com/amandavansickle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageantry is expensive but not everything in pageantry has to cost a lot. In this episode Jesse and Steven discuss 7 products that cost less than $20 and will prove invaluable during pageant week. Here is the link to our promo items:https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/the-ultimate-guide-to-pageant-shoeshttps://shop.pageantplanet.com/product-category/pageant-shoes/Featured Instagram accounts:https://instagram.com/missyalliejhttps://instagram.com/missfloridagator2018https://instagram.com/sherri.shanleyhttps://instagram.com/thepaigejensen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a titleholder you will be asked to emcee. With the crown comes opportunities. In this episode Jesse and Steven cover tips, tricks and secrets about how to succeed during the event and how to prepare beforehand. If you want to get even more emcee gigs add your profile to our emcee list by creating an account on Pageant Planet by visiting, https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/members/index. When you do your profile will show up here: https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/category/emcee  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Regardless if you just started competing or if you've been competing for years this episode will outline practical tips and strategies that will help you evolve as a competitor and get closer to winning the crown. Product of the Week: https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/taylor-sparkles-liquid-eyeliner/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beautification treatments you receive at a MedSpa are advanced and should be done by a professional. Today’s topic may not relate to everyone but it’s also a topic that you don’t want to leave your education to chance or Google. So we have enlisted the help of Renata Roddy, NP. Renata is a Nurse Practitioner and she with her husband, Steven Roddy, own a Medical Spa located in Danvers, MA (just outside of Boston, MA). For more information on Renata visit, https://roddymedspa.com or call: 781-627-7070. Today's product promo of the week can be found by visiting, https://www.pageantplanet.com/box Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Packing is a part of pageantry and this week Steven and Jesse cover the essentials for packing and traveling to your next pageant. They also cover how to fix disasters like if your foundation drys up or breaks. Gasp. Listen in and discover how to reduce your stress so you can focus on winning the crown.Here is the promo of the week!https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/sherri-jessee-organizing-makeup-bag/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageant royalty, Kristen Dalton Wolfe, Miss USA 2009 joins us this week to discuss 5 Ways To Stand Out! However, they're likely not what you think. Kristen and Jesse talk through ways to prepare that will ensure you catch the judges' eyes and use your personal strengths to win the crown.Kristen's launching her new book next month! You can learn more about it at www.thesparkleeffectbook.com and follow Kristen on the 'Gram at @kristenjdalton! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Steven and Jesse cover what you need to know about shoes to compete in pageantry. What type of shoe should you wear for an evening gown with a slit? How to freeze your shoe to break it in and so much more. Want to save 20% on any product on our store? Visit, https://www.shop.pageantplanet.com and use coupon code: MISSAMERICA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode you will discover 5 unique ways you can raise money for your next pageant. The traditional method of creating a GoFundMe page is no longer working but here are some methods that are working! Also, if you're interested in joining Miss Pageant Planet here is the link, https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/pageant/miss-pageant-planet-september-2018 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nothing is scarier than the thought of walking into the interview room and being asked a question that you simply do not know how to answer. In this episode, Jesse and Steven cover tough interview questions, why these questions are asked and how to answer the questions. Want practice questions? Here's the link to our 233 practice interview questions: https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/services Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone gets nervous. And everyone gets nervous for different reasons. In this episode Jesse & Steven share tips from Pageant Planet listeners on how they calm their nerves before various phases of competition. Listen in and learn how contestants just like you keep calm and win the crown. Here is the link to our comprehensive article on pageant interview: https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-succeed-in-pageant-interview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Steven and Jesse discuss 6 beauty hacks. One of them is 15 second hack that will help your feet hurt less when wearing heels during your pageant. Also, if you're looking to raise money for your next pageant, here is a link to our sponsorship program. Good luck! https://www.pageantplanet.com/pages/sponsorship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When competing in pageantry there is a high probability that something embarrassing is going to happen to you. From appearances to talking in front of groups to walking on stage...let's just say the stage is set. In this episode Steven & Jesse discuss the different methods of how to handle and respond to situations less than savory. Visit, Body by Craig, for inquiries: https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/body-by-craig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have at least one bad habit but bad habits in pageantry can be different than the "normal bad habits" of life. In this episode, Steven and Jesse discuss bad pageant habits and how to overcome them. Product Feature: https://shop.pageantplanet.com/product/suntan-by-johnathan-kayne/Coaching + Pageant Box: https://www.pageantplanet.com/boxContestant Hall of Fame: https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/category/contestant Are you listed? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Titleholders want to do appearances but if you're new to the game of volunteering you do not know the different opportunities available to you and you certainly don't know how to maximize those opportunities. Because volunteering is such a big part of being a titleholder, Jesse and Steven break down different volunteering ideas and how to volunteer like a pro.Here are the links mentioned on the show: https://shop.pageantplanet.comhttps://shop.pageantplanet.com/product-category/dresses/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We surveyed our social media followers to discover the top 5 regrets that contestants have when competing. In this episode Jesse & Steven cover these 5 regrets and talks you through strategies of what you can do not to experience these. Have you competed in a pageant recently? We want to know about it! Create your profile in our pageant Hall of Fame and list the pageants you've competed in and fun facts about yourself! https://www.pageantplanet.com/register Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you compete in this industry long enough you are going to experience your share of confrontation and the more success you experience the more likely you are to experience confrontation. In this episode Jesse and Steven walk through how to handle confrontation in a way that will resolve the situation and not hurt your reputation. Did you know that we have a goal of listing every girl who has ever competed in a pageant? Visit, https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/category/contestant to see if we have you listed yet! If we don't add yourself to the Pageant History books by visiting, https://www.pageantplanet.com/directory/members/index Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you shopping for the perfect dress but confused as to how you can narrow down the choices? In this episode Jesse and Steven cover 8 shopping tips that will help you find the perfect dress that will help you win your next pageant!Looking for a dress? Shop our galleries and find designers from all over the world! https://www.pageantplanet.com/dressesNeed extra help training? Check out our free Pageant Prep Course. Visit, https://www.pageantplanet.com/pageant-preparation-timeline-checklist, to sign up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So this title is a little misleading. The first 2 points of the episode is how to market yourself using our new platform. Then the third point talks about where to find the free training resources we have created for you on the new portal. And the last point talks about all the other perks. As promised here is the link to our YouTube channel. Here you'll discover site and pageant tutorials designed to make your life easier: https://www.youtube.com/thepageantplanet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's one thing to take photos, it's another to be a model! Many pageant contestants are looking to parlay their experience on the competition stage and photogenic contests to the marketing world. However, it can be challenging to know where to start. We're taking you through eight tips that will help you build your portfolio and get noticed - for FREE!Are you trying to build your pageant business? What better way than to market to your potential clients in a space they are already active in! From coaches, to photographers, to personal trainers - and every type of business in-between - gain leads and connect with your target demographic with our Glitter Membership. Learn more by contacting paige@pageantplanet.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want to win the crown but just not sure what habits are hold you back or what habits you need to implement in order to win? This episode has got you covered. Steven and Jesse walk through the 5 things successful contestants to do win the crown. ANNOUNCMENT: Pageant Planet has a new site! Visit, https://www.pageantplanet.com to secure your place in pageant history. More than likely we already have your contestant profile on our site, however, if we do not you can add it by creating an account and tagging the pageants you have competed in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt like you are just in a funk? Like you cannot get it together? We all have. In this episode Steven & Jesse share their secrets of how they pull themselves out of a rut when they are feeling down and out.Because you are interested in this episode, you might also be interested in reading up on these confidence building tips that can be practiced during everyday life: https://www.pageantplanet.com/article/how-to-be-a-confident-woman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jesse and Steven are joined by a special guest from Smart Solutions Hair Care to discuss the science and behaviorial patterns that create these common hair products. During the show, they share the coupon code, Crown30 that can be used to purchase any product at a 30% discount. Visit, http://www.smartsolutionshaircare.com/ to get your discount. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Short comings and obstacles are challenging to discuss with friends, let along pageant interview. However, in this episode Jesse gives us her formula for crafting obstacles into a powerful story by walking Steven through his struggles of starting and building Pageant Planet. Need help raising money for your pageant? Visit, https://goo.gl/FqXFfaNeed help training for your pageant? Visit, https://goo.gl/rEaj4A Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to discover the five pageant hairstyles that every contestant and parent should learn in order to guarantee a successful reign. These hairstyles are the five that can be worn throughout every phase of competition and any appearance. Mastering these is your first step to mastering your image.Subscribe to Pageant Planet Daily -> https://thepageantplanet.com/daily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageant shopping can be one of the most fun parts of competing in a pageant! However, it can also be a source of frustration if you feel like you just can't find that one piece you picture yourself in, or you feel like everything you find has been seen a thousand times before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this digital age, expect that every photo taken of you will be posted on a blog, website, or social media. Therefore, you are exposed to scrutiny by your potential or current director, fellow contestants, prospective judges, and armchair critics.Look like a million bucks in every situation with minimal spending by focusing on these five key items that will tie your look together and will fit for a variety of outfits. Details make all the difference! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen in as Steven and Jesse discuss their top 5 favorite pageant makeup tips. In this episode, they cover tools and practices that will help you look your best on and off the stage! This episode is brought to you by Sherri Jesse. Visit, http://shop.thepageantplanet.com/shop/pageant-makeup/sherri-jessee-organizing-makeup-bag/ to see her super cute makeup bag and listen to this week's promo to discover why it's unique!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jesse & Steven cover the 7 excuses contestants make during training that work against their efforts to win the crown. The product featured in this episode is Bold Sunless Tanner. Visit, https://shop.thepageantplanet.com to discover more!  Want news topics, pageant questions and tips emailed to you daily? Visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/daily to sign up. It's free :)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No matter what the age of a contestant, parents are a huge part of the success and support of the journey. There is definitely an art to being a momager (or dadager!) to keep the experience positive, while still keeping your eye on the prize. We've enlisted the help of our Queen of Design, Sherri Shanley - and supermom of three, to help us break down tips that all parents should know leading into pageant week.   Also, did you know Pageant Planet creates ad pages at the best price in the business? If you're looking for graphics for your next pageant, check out our services at www.pageantplanet.com/ad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you been knocking on doors until your knuckles are red? Have you exhausted all of your friends and family members for sponsorship money, yet still need more to cover your expenses? If so, this episode is for you! Jesse & Steven cover 8 reasons why you're not getting sponsorships and talk about what you can do to make more money.  Visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/pageant-planet-launches-sponsorship-program/ to take advantage of the pageant sponsorship program that we started! Also, every morning around 7 am (for now - we might adjust the time later) we send out a daily recap of pageant tips, news, practice questions, deals and more. If you want to see a sample Pageant Planet Daily and sign up visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/daily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fitness is SO important when it comes to pageant prep. We've enlisted the help of Craig Hughes of Body By Craig to talk us through bad foods that are hiding behind good reputations! These ten items can set you up for failure when it comes to looking your best on stage.   Also, have you heard that we have a daily newsletter that recaps world news and pageant news? It's free and is delivered directly to your inbox. Visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/daily to sign up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a titleholder, you are required to give public presentations to audiences both large and small. This episode gives you 7 tips on how you can successfully outline and deliver a speech to crowds under 20 people and crowds of 100+.   Also, have you heard that we have a daily newsletter that recaps world news and pageant news? It's free and is delivered directly to your inbox. Visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/daily to sign up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're not winning the title of your dreams you may be doing one of these five actions that are causing judges to have a negative first impression. In pageantry, if you have a negative first impression on the judges you will not stand a chance at winning the crown. There is just no time to recover from it. In this episode, Steven & Jesse discuss these five actions and what you can do to avoid them.  This episode is sponsored by Pageant Box! Sign up and get a surprise box each month PLUS unlimited help preparing for your pageant! https://thepageantplanet.com/box  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you competed in a pageant or several pageants and are confused as to why you're not winning the crown? Listen in on this week's episode to discover why you might not be placing as high as you think that you should.  Here is the link to sign up for our daily recap email as described in today's promo: https://eh208.infusionsoft.com/app/form/daily Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 Girls who win major titles in pageantry have a well-developed team whom they surround themselves with. In this episode, Jesse and Steven break down the 5 different personalities that you need in your corner, how to identify who they are and where you can find them.  Visit, http://shop.thepageantplanet.com/product-category/pageant-clothes/, to take advantage of this week's promotional offer.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this episode, Steven shares 9 books that has helped change his life and how they can help you win the crown.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageant girls (and guys) from all over the world email, message, and tweet us their questions (i.e. conundrums). In this episode, Jesse and Steven talk about a few of the more controversial and popular ones that they receive and give you their verdict on what you should do.   Want daily practice questions? Follow us on Instagram @PageantPlanet to get yours! Want to find a pageant you qualify for? Visit, http://thepageantplanet.com/directory/category/pageants/ Want to purchase a Gift Card? Visit, http://shop.thepageantplanet.com/shop/pageant-makeup/gift-card/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 Have you been competing in pageants and not won your desired title? Are you looking for solutions as to how you can win your dream title? In this episode, Steven & Jesse cover 5 tips that will help you succeed.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Steven shares how he used goals to meet his wife and shows how you can leverage goals to win the crown. Also, Jesse and Steven discuss barriers to goal setting, how to overcome laziness and excuses, and how you can stay on track despite setbacks.    Need help training for your pageant? Visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/coaching Want do review our packing list? Visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/pageant-packing-checklist/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christmas is our favorite time of year. It's truly magical but the thing that makes it magical might be different than what you think. Enjoy this gem from our founder, and if you're looking for a last minute Christmas gift we encourage you to consider purchasing the Pageant Box by visiting, https://thepageantplanet.com/box.  Also, if you have not yet downloaded our 233 free practice interview questions then visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/233-practice-pageant-questions/ to get your copy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Description: Getting control of your interview will help you score better and create an environment that has more predictable questions and conversation. In this episode, we share 3 strategies that will help you gain control of your interview. Oh, and for convenience here are the links mentioned in this episode: https://shoutoutmodels.com/ - Pageant Planet's Modeling Agency https://thepageantplanet.com/233-practice-pageant-questions/ - Free Practice Questions https://thepageantplanet.com/select-an-option/ - Coaching Options Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 During this episode, Steven and Jesse talk about how you can market yourself to build your network, secure sponsorship money and cultivate relationships with your director and titleholders. Listen in to learn about these 5 unique strategies! Oh, and the promo file is a throwback... Visit, ThePageantPlanet.com/Box to order yours today!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jesse and Steven recap the changes the Miss Universe organization implemented including how they selected their Top 16 and they also give feedback to the contestants who competed in the pageant. If you're looking for the product promo of the week you can find it by visiting, https://shop.thepageantplanet.com/shop/titleholder-gifts/pageant-planet-popsocket/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageant interview can be hard for those who do not know how to prepare. This episode Steven & Jesse talk about how you can create quality interview questions based on your bio sheet, current events and pageant system.  If you want to download our free practice questions that are age and gender specific then visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/233-practice-pageant-questions/ to get your copy.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you are not sure what the People's Choice Award is or if it's even important than you'll want to listen to this episode. Jesse and Steven talk about when you should pursue People's Choice and when it's not worth the energy. As always if you're interested in working with Pageant Planet you can visit, ThePageantPlanet.com/Coaching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glitz pageants are a unique subculture inside the culture of pageantry. Certain rules that apply to Glitz don't translate in the world of natural pageants and vice versa. In this episode, Jesse and Steven break down what a Glitz pageant is and how you can succeed as a contestant/parent of a contestant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No one makes it out of life without having at least one person hate on, make fun of, or talk down to them. You will be no different. So if you are feeling discouraged by the opinions of others then you are going to love this show.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're new to the pageant industry there are things that you think are cute but they just do not translate well. Listen to this show and save yourself some embarrassing moments. Start to look like a pro by not looking like a newbie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you looking for a way to showcase your personality on stage to make a favorable impression on the judges? If so, then you're going to love this episode featuring Kendra Hale, USA National Miss 2017 who shares with Jesse and Steven how she showcased her personality and won the National Title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During your pageant, you are on the move and depending on the system you might not have easy access to your hotel room where you can go back and freshen up.  In this episode, Jesse & Steven discuss the 10 items that you need inside your makeup bag. Enjoy and be sure to follow us on Instagram @PageantPlanet to see our questions of the day and discover more tips that will help you succeed in pageantry.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you curious about how to standout during opening number? Do you want to know how to quickly learn your routine? Listen in as Jesse and Steven share their pet peeves and discuss how to succeed during opening number!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Using pageant cliches can make you sound like a "Pageant Patty" and ultimately hurt your scores. In this podcast Steven & Jesse talk about common pageant sayings and discuss why they are used and how to avoid them.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miss North Dakota was crowned Miss America 2018 last night and today Steven and Jesse talk about the pageant, the changes the Miss America organization has made and we discuss the standouts of the pageant. Listen in and then weigh in on your opinions about our opinions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you ever get to a pageant and say I WISH I would have known to pack that? Most of us have. In this episode, Steven & Jesse talk about 10 items that are vital to you having a successful pageant. Hey, they even talk about how to get more sleep at night. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are certain platforms that are just hard to talk about and maybe even a little scary to promote. In this week's show Steven and Jesse talk about how to present these challenging platforms inside the interview room. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From wardrobe to hairstyles to interview strategies and beyond you don't have to go very far to find someone who has an opinion on what is in style, what will not win and what looks best. But, how can you as a titleholder make sense of those opinions? In this episode, Jesse & Steven cover opinions and how to filter out the ones that do not work for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A common question asked by pageant judges in pageantry is "Tell me about yourself". The problem with this question is that it's so vague that you don't really know what to cover. In this episode, Steven & Jesse cover how to answer this question and what to avoid when answering the question. Enjoy :)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Failure sucks. The feeling is something that none of us want to experience but all of us fail inside of the industry of pageantry and outside of the industry. In this show Steven & Jesse discuss tools that help you learn from your failure so that you can become the success you were destined to be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you looking to find a pageant that you not only love but can win? There are 1,000s of pageants that cater to every skill set or unique attribute that a girl could have. Listen to this week's show to discover how to find out what you are really looking for in a pageant and where to go to discover these pageants! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 Do colors confuse you? Are you curious as to what colors look best on you and how to select the perfect color for your skin type, pageant system and phase of competition? Then this episode is going to really enlighten you. Listen in as Jesse and Steven discuss how to choose the right colors for your next pageant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What marketing materials do you really need as a titleholder? In this episode Steven and Jesse talk about what you need for appearances, materials you need when you are preparing for the crown and what you need to have after you have won the crown. Tune in and get the tips you need to succeed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you nervous about getting a challenging question during your pageant interview? Are you curious how to answer those tough questions that you just don't know? List in as Jesse and Steven discuss strategies on how to answer challenging questions and current event topics that you need to be prepared for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Description: In today's episode Steven and Jesse cover the do's and don'ts of what to do as a titleholder on social media. They discuss how to increase your following, topics to avoid and how to build your brand through the outlet of social media. Listen and learn how to boost your personal and platform brand awareness! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During pageant week there are a lot of opportunities for your confidence to get rattled. In this episode Jesse and Steven discuss strategies that they use to maintain confidence if your week isn't going how you wanted it too. For example, maybe you didn't win the optional competition or you didn't get that Prelim award that you hoped you would. Enjoy and if you need help preparing visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/pageant-preparation-timeline-checklist/ to go through our free pageant prep course! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When your pageant is only 7 days away what should you be doing to prepare? In this episode Jesse and Steven talk about the do's and don'ts of how to prepare for you pageant when it's only a week away. Enjoy and if you need help preparing visit, https://thepageantplanet.com/pageant-preparation-timeline-checklist/ to go through our free pageant prep course! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you looking for a way to keep your confidence high when you don't look like the crowd? In this week's episode the winner of Mac Duggal's Plus Size Model search interviews with us to tell us how she overcame crazy obstacles that you would not wish on your worst enemy to find herself. Listen in to learn how to keep your confidence without comparing yourself with others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you find yourself nervous about pageant interview? Are you scared that you're going to say the wrong answer that is going to cost you the crown? During today's show Amanda Moreno, Steven Roddy & Jesse Ladoue all share interview secrets that will help you be better prepared to win the crown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're anything like us you're more than likely suffering from a pageant hangover as last night was the Miss USA the Superbowl of pageants. In this episode Jesse and Steven discuss Miss USA 2017, what new trends were introduced and what you as a pageant girl can learn from last night's pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you a director or a pageant roommate that you just do not get along with? In this episode Jesse and Steven walk through the various personality types that directors have and how you can communicate with them to create a successful relationship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For most pageant interview is the scariest phase of competition. In this episode Jesse & Steven talk about the importance of trusting yourself and what you need to know to trust yourself in pageant interview. After listening to this you will never second guess your answers again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you confused about what a pageant platform is and even more confused as to why you should develop it? Or do you have a platform but you're looking for ways to promote it so that you can open up more opportunities for yourself? This week Jesse Ladoue and Steven Roddy dissect what you need to know to succeed in pageant interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jesse and Steven discuss how to use your pageant resume or paperwork to make yourself stand out from the competition. Paperwork is vital to leading the judges down a path so that you know what they are going to ask you. Listen to this episode and learn how to properly use paperwork to win your next pageant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're curious about pageant interview hacks that will help you succeed at your next pageant then this is a must listen to. Jesse Ladoue and Steven Roddy dissect the psychology of pageant interview and talk about the secret weapons that contestants can implement during this phase of competition that will help them stand out from the crowd to win the crown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With President Donald Trump's involvement in pageantry and due to the fact that he is the most powerful man in the world their is a strong probability that he will come up during your interview. This week Jesse and I dissect important news topics around Donald and talk about how you should answer these types of questions in pageant interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageant interview is the most important phase of competition for any pageant. On this podcast Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue and Founder of Pageant Planet, Steven Roddy talk news, pageant questions, tips and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you're from a celebrity state, like California, or from a celebrity country, like America, or if you placed 1st Runner Up last year and are competing again...the spot light is on you. With this spotlight comes the additional pressure of doing well. In today's show Jaanu Patel, Miss California Teen USA tells has she deals with the pressure and how you can too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miss USA is the Super Bowl of pageants and when you win Miss USA you also win a ticket to a whole new life. In today's show we talk to Deshauna Barber and ask her what strategies she implemented to win Miss USA. Listen in and you will catch a glimpse of why she is so successful and how you can be also. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Standing out in a big pageant like Miss California USA when hundreds of contestants are competing can be challenging. India Williams, Miss California USA, tells us her tips and strategies for competing against such a large number of girls. In this episode you will discover how to stand out and win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Below is a simple recap of the the interview. This includes the introduction and the questions we asked Dawn. Dawn Frison-Cook is the American Elegance Lifetime Queen. She been involved in pageantry for 31 years and coaches all styles of interview & on-stage question and today she is sharing with us how to mentally prepare for interview. Where should a new contestant start while preparing for interview? What would be the first steps? What do you recommend for a seasoned competitor? How far in advance should one begin preparing? What type of self-talk should contestants have? If someone is feeling insecure about interview, what can she do to boost her confidence in herself? Do you think practicing interview alone is as beneficial as practicing with someone else? Would you recommend preparing for one-on- one style and panel style in the same way? How do you prepare for political and controversial type questions? Do you recommend having a list of important points about yourself that you should be sure to bring up during your interview? How do you handle a “tough” judge? What do you do if you don’t know an answer to a judge’s question? How do you find a balance between sounding too casual and sounding too rehearsed? In the days leading up to your interview, do you do anything different? How do you calm your nerves right before entering the interview room? What type of “pep talk” statements would you give yourself? What advice would you give to a contestant who felt her interview went poorly? After leaving an interview, how do you decompress? How do you mentally prepare for the on-stage question? What are you tips for being prepared to answer any question that may be asked? How can we find and follow you and the American Elegance Pageant system on social media? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you wanting to know how to succeed as a PreTeen in pageantry? Then today's show is for you. We cover what you need to know about how to convince your parents to let you compete, to how to raise money for competition, evening gown, interview and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you wanting to know how to succeed as a Teen in pageantry? Then today's show is for you. We cover what you need to know about platform development, evening gown, interview and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to do more with your platform than just memorize some statistics to look good in front of the judges? Do you want to really make an impact and possibly even change the world? In this week's episode we interview Rashanah Baldwin, Ms American Elegance Woman 2016-2017, who tells us how you can leverage your platform to shape the world around you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Download to listen to Hester Fletcher of Final Touch Consulting talk about how you can create the best version of yourself to win the crown. The show is loaded with tips that will help you succeed in pageantry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to this week's episode of How to Raise Money for Your Pageant Platform to discover how 16 year old raised over $26,000 for her cause and turned it into a full time business! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show Sarah Wall Beckman, former Miss International and pageant coach, shares with us how you can make a memorable impression on the judge during private interview. We cover topics ranging from how to stop yourself from rambling to how to answer controversial questions to how to properly "warm up" for your interview. These strategies and others will help you win interview and win your next pageant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Losing doesn't feel good but there can be tremendous benefits when you lose. In this episode Kerry Heaps walks us through how make the most of not winning the crown so that you can walk away victorious at your next pageant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you interested in competing in a pageant but you're not 100% if that pageant is legit? Are you curious how you can spot a "sketchy" pageant and where you can discover reputable pageants? Then you are going to want to listen to "What are the Warning Signs of a Rigged Pageant". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you curious how to you can create a custom pageant wardrobe? Have you ever wondered about the benefits of wearing a custom wardrobe for your next competition? Well you are in for a treat as you listen to, "The Secret and Benefit to Having a Custom Pageant Wardrobe." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to discover the upcoming styles for prom and pageantry for 2017. The Ultimate, one of the top stores in Massachusetts housing more than 17,000 dresses weighs in on the trends from the top manufacturers all around the globe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please enjoy this show with pageant coach, Wendi Russo, who shares with us how she plans her year in advance before she competes in a pageant. In this podcast Wendi shares how you can make the most out of your year and how to prepare for success! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please enjoy this show with Celena Wolfe who shares with us the secrets of how to raise money for your next pageant through sponsorships. You will learn who you should ask for money, how you should ask for the money and other creative ways to raise money for your next pageant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please enjoy this show with Megan Alexander of Inside Edition, who shares with us how she leveraged pageantry to get into the entertainment business. In this episode you will discover how you can network your way into the world of business without compromising your values as well as how to ask for the position that you desire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Below is a simple recap of the the interview. This includes the introduction and the questions we asked Miss Earth United States.  Corrin Stellakis was just crowned Miss Earth United States 2016 and will be representing the US at the international Miss Earth Pageant in October. Today she is going to tell us how to make a lasting impression on the judges in every area of competition. - You competed in a multimedia challenge where you were assessed on your quality of posts and engagement with your fan base. How does one stand out on social media and build up a fan base? What is the key to successful posting on social media? - You had 30 seconds to introduce yourself to the judges at the beginning of your interview. What information should be conveyed in those 30 seconds to make a strong opening statement to the judges? - Your interview was panel style. Do you approach panel style interviews differently than one on one? What is the key to connecting with the judges in interview? How do you make them remember you? How should one go about choosing appropriate interview attire? -With all contestants having a plan of action as the new titleholder, how does one stand out? Is there a key to making your goals more memorable in the eyes of the judges? - If contestants are required to wear the same swimsuit, what do you have to do to stand out? In addition to being physically fit, do you feel it is about displaying confidence, energy and charisma on stage? How does one do successfully do that?  - You made a lasting impression on the judges in your evening gown! What is the key to choosing a gown that the judges won’t forget? What is the secret to a memorable performance in evening gown? - You were provided with attire for the runway competition. What do girls need to remember before choosing their runway attire? What things need to be considered since you are not allowed to alter the attire? - Another area you competed in was photogenic. The photogenic portion was based on a submitted photo as well as face-to- face beauty with the judges. What criteria needs to be considered when choosing a winning photo? - You also created a video giving an inside look at you and your commitment to the environment. What did you do to ensure that your video stood out? What do girls need to remember when creating videos that will be scored? -You gave a three minute public speaking presentation on why you would be the best ambassador for Miss Earth. What did you do to stand out in this area of competition? Do you recommend using props? How should one go about deciding what information is included? What is the best method for memorizing and practicing your speech? -You also had to answer an on-stage question. What is the best way to prepare for this when you have no idea what will be asked? If everyone in the top 4 is asked the same question, how can you ensure that your answer stands out among the rest? -How can we find and follow you and the Miss Earth United States system on social media? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Below is a simple recap of the the interview. This includes the introduction and the questions we asked Layilah. Layilah Nasser is a 21 year old graduating senior at Spelman College pursing a degree in Psychology. She has been heavily involved with the Girl Scout Organization for 15 years and is excited to dedicate her year to the organization that molded her into who she is today. Layilah is the newly crowned USA National Miss 2016 and will be telling us how to have the courage to step out of the box during competition. You completed a bio that the judges used during your interview. How did you step out of the box right from the start so that your bio would stand out to the judges? Do you think the way information is worded on a bio can mean the difference between being typical or memorable? How so? (Do you have an example?) Should the bio always be typed? Do you have other recommendations for making it look professional? Since the judges use the bio as a tool for getting to know you and developing your interview questions, what information do you feel should be included? Contestants come highly prepared to a national competition so how can someone step out of the box during interview in order to make a lasting impression? What is the best way to connect with the judges during interview and make them fall in love with you? What are your tips for choosing interview attire? What advice do you have for hair and makeup during interview? You competed in a runway segment of competition. Do you believe having a unique style gives a contestant an edge in this area? Would you recommend making a “daring” wardrobe choice for the runway competition? How do you know if you’ve stepped out of the box enough or if you have gone too far with choosing a runway outfit? What tips would you give to girls with modeling during the runway area of competition to help them stand out? What advice do you have for girls wanting to step out of the box for evening gown? What tips do you have for gown choice and hair/makeup? What is your best piece of advice for all the girls hoping to one day wear your crown? How can we find and follow you and USA National Miss on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s call is going to be a bit different but I promise it’s going to be one of the most valuable shows that you’re going to listen to. I’m being joined by Jesse Ladoue, Miss International 2013, and our Queen of Coaching and today we are going to discuss online resources that you can use to help you succeed in pageantry. Jesse, welcome to the call!  Tell the listeners about your pageant career. When did you begin competing and what systems have you competed in? And how long you have been working with Pageant Planet and what some of the roles that you’ve had with us. Today we are going to talk about online resources that can help you succeed in pageantry.  Where can a girl go who is looking for a pageant to compete in? If a girl is new to pageantry and has zero money to spend on coaching etc what can she do?  Do you recommend coaching?  A lot of girls don’t have a local pageant store or even if they do the store doesn’t always carry the niche items like the imfamous butt glue. Where can they go? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A former model and television host, Steven Roddy, at the age of 23 was the youngest owner of a professional football team. Following the football team Roddy, formed a consulting firm specializing in making brands famous. Steven has consulted for Desert Wind Films, Success Magazine, Tony Bowls, Mon Cheri Bridals, David Tutera and various other clients from Canada to Hawaii. In connection with his consulting firm, Steven created ThePageantPlanet.com, which coaches more than 250,000 girls monthly how to successfully compete in pageantry and ShoutoutModels.com, a global talent agency that allows businesses to hire models and buy social media shoutouts direct.  Steven’s success in life is achieved through having a winner’s mindset. Today he will share his wisdom with us on creating a winning mindset, which is a necessity in being successful in pageantry and capturing the crown. What does it mean to have a winning mindset? What are the major things that distinguish a winners mindset from a losers mindset? Can a negative mindset keep you from winning the crown? Can emotions, habits and old patterns keep you from the crown? How can one gain control over these? What characteristics do winners have in common? Can having a winner’s mindset make you a stronger competitor? Can it actually help you win the crown? What does self talk sound like with someone who has a winning mindset? What does that sound like for someone preparing to compete? What should girls be speaking and thinking each day? Many negative thoughts can creep into someone’s head while they are preparing for a pageant. What can girls do to rid themselves of these negative thoughts? What types of things have you seen some competitors do that hurt their winning mindset? (comparing themselves to other contestants, etc.) Setbacks and mistakes are a part of life. How should pageant girls approach these things when they occur? How important is it to have a vision and goals while preparing for a pageant? Should competitors believe they can achieve anything with more practice? What type of activities or books do you recommend to contestants to help them develop a stronger winning mindset? Do you have any favorite quotes you like to focus on? Can a positive mindset help calm nerves and butterflies before going on stage? How can a winner’s mindset help girls succeed during interview? What is crucial to keep in mind during competition? How can girls continue to have a winning mindset if they don’t win their pageant? If they don’t make the top 5 and are feeling low, what do they need to remember? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m very excited about today’s call. We have on the phone, Kourtney Mag-nes, who was recently crowned 2016 -17 Miss Texas for National Elite Pageants and she will go on to compete at the 2017 National Elite Pageant! Kourtney has 10 years of pageant experience and has also competed in the USA system and is a former 2013 Miss Houston USA where she went on to place in the top 15 at Miss Texas USA. She is joining us today to share her tips and advice on preparing for pageant interview! Kourtney welcome to the call! How early in advance do you start interview prep?  Where do you start? Do you find it beneficial to write down possible questions or make lists?  What is your strategy? What topics do you focus on when preparing for interview? Have you done mock interviews?  If so, do you feel they are beneficial? What have you found to be the best resources for preparing for the interview portion of the competition? How do you manage pre-interview jitters? Is there anything you do that helps calm your nerves before walking into interview? If shaking hands with a judge is optional, do you recommend extending your hand to them?  Do you practice hand shaking ahead of time? Some judges ask girls to have a seat and others don’t. Should girls just have a seat if they are unsure they are going to be asked? How is preparing for a one-on- one interview different for preparing for a panel style interview? What tips would you give a girl who is preparing for her first interview? How do you make yourself stand out to the judges?  How do you create connections with them?  If you are able to find out who your judges are ahead of time, do you research them and find out more about them?  Does it help you in connecting with them during interview? What do you do if you are stumped by a question? What if a judge asks, “do you have any questions for me?” – what would you recommend asking them? What do you recommend girls always have prepared ahead of time (a short commercial about her state, a joke, etc.)? Are there questions that you feel are givens and that every girl should be prepared to answer? If so, what are a couple of them? How can you bring up a topic or piece of information you feel is really important to relay to the judges, even if they don’t ask you about it? What do girls need to tell themselves right before walking into the interview? What type of wardrobe advice would you give for the interview portion? We can find you at ThePageantPlanet.com. How else can we find and follow you and your system on social media? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Caroline Dixon, USA National Teen 2015 is joining us today. She has been participating in pageantry since 2012. Caroline has used her reign to spread the message of positivity and self-acceptance throughout the country. She will be attending college in the fall and will pursue a career in Nursing. Caroline will be giving up her title very soon and will be sharing her tips and advice with us today on how to prepare as an outgoing queen. It can be difficult to pass along your title after putting your heart and soul into it for an entire year. How does one mentally prepare for giving up a title? What advice do you have for the girls getting ready to pass along their titles? What advice should the reigning titleholder pass along to the girls competing? Some girls miss having a title so they compete shortly after passing along their crown. How do you know when it is a good time to compete for another title? How do you know when you are ready to focus on other areas of life other than pageantry? Before you give up the crown, how can you create opportunities for yourself after your reign is over? (examples: create connections or contacts, open doors to modeling, be a mentor, volunteer with your system in the future, continue platform work, etc.) How do you mentally prepare for your farewell speech? What are your tips for writing a farewell speech/video?  Who should you remember to include or thank? How far in advance should a farewell speech be written? Titleholders often bring gifts for the reigning queen. In your opinion, what are a few gifts ideas that would be perfect? Some outgoing queens bring gifts for the contestants. What are some great items, that are not too expensive, that can be given to the contestants? What can be done with extra autograph cards? (Examples: some girls have sent them off in care packages to soldiers or delivered them to a children’s hospital) What should a titleholder make sure she accomplishes during her reign?  What should she be sure to accomplish early on? What is the best advice the outgoing queen can give to the new queen? We can find USA National Miss at ThePageantPlanet.com. How else can we find and follow you and your pageant system on social media? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan is a three time Minnesota Portrait Photographer of the Year and the 2016 Minnesota Photographer of the Year and 2016 Twin Cities Photographer of the Year. He has held these titles for the last three years in a row. In addition, he is the most awarded TCPPA photographer ever and a three time International PPA Photographer of the Year. He specializes in pageant head shots and modeling photos. Tell us about your style. What makes your photos different and stand out? How do you go about creating a level of intensity, creativity and individuality in every image? In your experience, is photographing pageant girls different from photographing other people? How so? Do you recommend girls be at their desired weight before shooting? If girls aren’t quite where they want to be physically, do you have any little tricks you use when shooting? What can girls do ahead of time to prepare? (whiten teeth, clear up skin, manicure, touch up color, hair trim, practice posing, etc.) What wardrobe or items should all girls bring with them? Should girls research magazine photos or photos of other pageant contestants?  Should they bring in photos of looks they want to try and create? Should a hair and makeup artist be hired? What are your thoughts on the girls who want to do their own hair and makeup to save a little money? Some girls are shy or reserved, so how do you bring out someone’s inner supermodel? What is the key to a winning pageant headshot? What looks do you recommend each pageant girl have in her digital portfolio? What are your thoughts on photo retouching? How much retouching is too much? What are your recommendations for girls who want to transition from pageants to modeling? Your business is based in Minnesota. Do you travel to shoot clients? Can clients travel in to shoot with you? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have on the phone Erin Stanfield, Face of the Globe 2016. In April, finalists from all over the world competed in the grand finals of Face of the Globe. The finalists attended numerous events over the week in both London and Paris, accumulating in a spectacular finale in Disneyland Paris, where Erin Stanfield captured the international title and was crowned Face of the Globe 2016! Erin, welcome to the call! What did you focus on when preparing for the international competition? How did you mentally prepare? What are the keys to packing to compete internationally? How did you decide what to bring?  What item under $20 was a must have for your during competition week? You were judged in 3 areas of interview: Publicity/Appearance Interview, Character Interview & Informal Interview. How are these areas different and what are the judges looking for?  What is your advice for connecting with the judges and making a lasting impression? You were also judged on your work with your charity. You personally helped raise quite a bit of money. How much did you raise? What is the key to raising funds and making an impact with yourvolunteer service? You were also judged on your public speaking skills. What are your tips for writing and giving a speech?  How did you prepare to give your speech? What worked for you? Another area of competition is photogenic. What do Face of the Globe judges look for?  How can you achieve a winning photogenic look? How should girls go about choosing their evening gown? Is there a certain type of look Face of the Globe prefers? You also competed in fitness. How did you physically prepare? What helped you to be successful? What advice do you have for girls preparing for a weak point of competition? Were there any surprises for you competing internationally? What is your best advice for girls competing on an international level? Question submitted on Twitter from Emily Tinsman - What is different and exciting about Face of the Globe pageants? Questions on Twitter from Serena Hensman: What is your biggest piece of advice for girls wanting to compete in your pageant system? What are your favorite things about the organization? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s call we have on the phone Katie Boyd. Katie Boyd is the owner of the Miss Fit Club in Hudson, New Hampshire. Katie has over 20 years of pageant experience and has been a personal trainer for 16 years. She is an Expert Rated Certified Sports Nutritionist and holds a Personal Training Certification through International Sports Sciences Association and a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts. Katie has been closely involved for the past ten years with the Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, Maine and New Hampshire USA pageants. In 2015, she created the Miss Fit Contest that will soon be turning into a pageant. Katie has been voted as the top fitness trainer by The Pageant Planet!  Does everyone need a trainer? If so, why?  What about the girls who go out and purchase those workout DVDs? Will their end results differ? What do girls need to look for when choosing a trainer?  What sets you apart from other trainers? Do girls need to be mentally ready to take on a workout program?  How does mental attitude affect the process? Is it basically the harder you work, the better results you will see?  Do genetics play a role in the end result or is it possible for everyone to achieve their dream body? Are your plans personalized for each client?  How do you go about personalizing a plan for someone? What is the fastest way to lose fat?  What is the best type of cardio? How often should girls be stepping on the scale? Does the number on the scale really matter? How many days per week should someone be lifting weights? What are your favorite exercises that produce great results? Do you recommend protein shakes and supplements? Do you allow your clients to have treat meals? What are snacks that you recommend for clients who are always on the go, needing a snack between appearances and events? Do you recommend a certain eating plan during pageant week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have on today’s show Tracie La Turno of That’s My Dress Bridal and Prom! That’s My Dress is one of the largest individual full-service bridal, prom and formal wear salons in central and southwest Virginia. That’s My Dress is all about Affordable Luxury. They offer their customers designer gowns at pricing they can afford.  You have gowns in all price ranges, but is it always better to go with the more expensive gown if you can afford it? Do you think a more expensive gown can influence the scoring of the judges? If a girl wants an expensive gown but can’t afford it, can she achieve the same look in a less expensive gown? How often can you wear a competition evening gown before you should purchase a new one? What is the biggest mistake you see girls doing when choosing a pageant gown? Can a prom gown be worn for a pageant? (what type of prom gowns work best as a cross over gown) In your opinion do girls have a better chance of winning if they wear white? What styles are out of date or overly done? What colors and styles will we be seeing on the pageant stage this summer?  What do you anticipate seeing on the Miss USA stage? Are their gowns that show up better on stage than up close?  Does an extravagant gown take away from the girl?  Can a tall girl get away with more extravagant styles? How important is a good fit? What do you recommend girls have on hand just in case there is an evening gown emergency backstage? Should skin tone be considered when choosing a gown? Are there colors that look better on blondes or brunettes? Are there certain styles you recommend for ladies trying to: Minimize hips?  Add height?  Add more curves? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am very excited about today’s call. WE have on the phone Lauren Bell, America’s Majestic Miss 2016! Lauren welcome to the call!   What style of dress does well in your system? How did you choose your evening gown? Who designed your gown? What is AMM looking for in the contestants competing in the evening gown competition? How important is the interview competition? What types of interview questions are asked at AMM? Do judges ask political questions or is it resume based? Is it panel or individual round robin? What type of clothing would you encourage contestants to wear for this phase of competition? What is majestic wear? What inspired your outfit of choice? What are the judges looking for from the contestants’ performances? What are a few things under $20 that you must have come pageant week? What is the best advice you have for ladies hoping to wear your crown one day? What type of girl is America’s Majestic Miss looking for? Who would you encourage to enter? How can we find you on social media? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have on today's show Drew Dunn, stylist and co-owner of Thomas Dunn Studios. Thomas Dunn Studios has worked with titleholders ranging from Miss Universe to various Miss USA state titleholders to Miss International - in fact they were responsible for doing our Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue - Miss International 2013 hair & makeup and Thomas Dunn Studios has also worked with artists such as Katie Perry…No big deal.  Thomas Dunn is a full service studio.  What are the upcoming trends for pageant hair/makeup?  Are there any styles that pageant contestants should try or avoid?  Are there trends that you are seeing on girls in pageants that are outdated? What is the biggest mistake you see girls doing with their pageant hair/makeup? Do you recommend contests hire someone to do their hair and makeup instead of doing it on their own? What are the important points girls need to remember about stage makeup?  Interview makeup?  Makeup for photos? HAIR EXTENSIONS Does makeup and hair vary by system? If so, how? Who is a good candidate for hair extensions and who should pass on them? Do you recommend hair extensions for contestants wanting to add fullness or length?  What is your preferred kind of extensions for your clients? MAKEUP How does makeup trends vary by age?  What is appropriate for teens, miss contestants and mrs contestants? You also have a makeup line. What makes your makeup line unique?  How does a pageant contestant benefit from using Dunn and Dunn cosmetics in competition?  What is a must have product from your cosmetic line?  What are your tips and tricks for fuller looking lips?  Amazing eyelashes?  Contouring?  Covering a blemish the day of the pageant?  Full beautiful hair?  Getting hair to hold a curl?  The best hair spray? What do you offer pageant contestants and why should everyone check you out? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Savannah Bradford - International Miss 2015 is an expert of the International Junior Miss pageant system. She served as International Junior Miss Jr. Teen back in 2010 and is now the reigning International Miss. She has been promoting the three C’s: Crown, Community and Confidence throughout her travels over the year. Savannah welcome to the call! I was there when you got crowned. Tell me about all the crazy trips. What is the key to being a successful titleholder? Did holding the Jr. Teen title make it easier for you to capture the Miss crown? If so, what info did you acquire during your reign as Jr. Teen that helped you capture the Miss Crown? What’s your best advice for ladies who are aging out and moving up into the next division? What is the difference between an appointed title and a state titleholder?  What do appointed titleholders need to know? What advice do girls with lesser pageant experience need to know before competing?  How did you prepare for the evening gown competition?  How did you choose your gown?  What do girls need to remember when choosing their gown?  What are the judges looking for during evening gown? IJM has a fun fashion competition. You wore a shorts jumpsuit with a big overlay. What do you recommend to girls choosing their fashion outfit?  What about outfits with trains and lots of fabric? Are they good for adding drama on stage? What are the judges looking for? Interview is round robin. How did you prepare for this style of interview?  What types of questions are asked?  Does IJM prefer you to wear a dress or interview suit?  What tips do you have for making connections with the judges?  What are some of the optional competitions?  What are the benefits of competing in the optional competitions? What item under $20 is a must have for you during pageant week? What type of girl is IJM looking for?  Who should check out the system? We can find you at ThePageantPlanet.com, how else can girls find out about IJM (website, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)?  How can girls follow you on social media? For mroe information check out thepageantplanet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Krisna Goodwin of Goodwin Photography is no stranger to the planet of pageantry. She has directed a Miss America preliminary for many years and has seen the opportunities that pageants have opened for ladies’ lives and for that, she is humbled to be apart of the industry. Krisna’s work has been published in magazines, recognized by national blogs and she has been asked to photograph famous faces.  You’ve seen what it takes to be a winner and you say that headshots are always on top of the list. How do you shoot your clients to get them noticed by a panel of judges? How do you make sure ladies are branding themselves with their photos and not just taking pictures? Tell us about your style of shooting. What sets you apart from other photographers? What types of outfit and jewelry should clients bring to their session? Do you recommend certain colors or necklines? Many ladies are worried that their headshots will not look like themselves. How do you ensure your clients will still look like themselves? What do you recommend in terms of hair and makeup?  Does it depend upon the pageant system that is being entered? Headshots at times are presented during interview and ladies do not typically present their glamorous pageant version in interview, how should hair and makeup be done? Should a hair or makeup artist always be hired when doing a shoot? Can girls just do their hair and makeup on their own to save some money? With styles and hair & makeup designs constantly changing, how long can photos be used? How often should girls be getting new photos? Tell us about photo editing. How much editing is too much editing? How should ladies choose the headshot they want to use for their pageant?  Is there anything they should ask themselves when selecting their headshot? Should they just go with the one they like best? What does it take to win the photogenic award at a pageant? What should girls be looking for in a photographer?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m very excited about today’s show. We have on the phone the first ever Ms World 2015, Laura Hunter.  What do you believe set you apart from the other contestants in the eyes of the judges?  How did you personally connect with the judges?  How did you prepare yourself to do so?  How did you strengthen your communication skills to succeed in the panel style interview?  Does it help to have a personal platform you are passionate about? How have you been able to promote the American Lung Association as Ms. World?  How did you mentally prepare yourself for the fitness competition? Did you work with a personal trainer? If so, who?  What inspired you to chose your evening gown?  What type of style does the Ms. World organization seem to like?  Who designed your gown?  How did you choose your Fashion Wear wardrobe?  What spot in the line up did you choose to place yourself and what influenced you to select that specific position?  What is one item under $20 that you feel is a must have at any pageant? What is your best piece of advice you want to give to all the ladies out there hoping to wear the crown? Who should check out your system? (ms. contestants, ages, marital status, etc.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corrie Hayes is the first representative from Iowa to win the national Miss Teen of America title and at at the age of 17! If you’re not familiar with The Miss Teen of America Scholarship and Recognition Pageant it’s like no other pageant out there. This system prides itself on recognizing the academic and leadership accomplishments of young women across America. The Miss Teen of America Pageant is not a beauty pageant and here to tell us how you can become the next Miss Teen of America and what’s different about the system is Corrie Hayes. Below are the questions that we asked Corrie during the interview: Tell us what makes Miss Teen of America different from other pageants? Interview Miss Teen of America has six distinct categories of judging.  The area the holds the most weight is interview (25%). What types of questions are asked? The judges are looking for the overall ability in human relations. What is the best way to express that to the judges? What else are the judges looking for during interview? How did you prepare for interview? Knowing what you know now, would you change how prepared for interview? If so what would you do differently? Scholastic Achievement 15% of your score comes from scholastic achievement. What is taken into consideration and what should be highlighted to the judges? Service & Achievement Another 15% of your score comes from service and achievement to your school and community. How is your service and achievement presented to the judges (resume)? What types of involvement and contributions should be listed if the contestant wants to wow the judges? Personal Development Personal development (15%) is also taken into consideration by the judges. What information should be given to the judges? What is the best way to convey that you are a well-rounded individual? Written Test At the pageant, each candidate is also given a written test (15%) designed to measure her awareness of the world around her. What types of questions can be asked on the test? Is this a long test? How many questions are there? Is there a way to prepare for this test? Evening Wear The last portion of judging is personality, projection and poise in evening wear (15%). What is the best way to express your personality, poise and naturalness on stage? The judges are also looking for a positive teen image. How does one reflect that in evening gown? Advice What is the best advice you can give girls hoping to become the next Miss Teen of America? What type of girl is the Miss Teen of America system looking for to represent their system (ages, qualities, etc.)? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deb Sofield is an award-winning speaker, author of the bookSpeak without Fear, and radio talk show host of ~ Encouragement forYour Life. She is an “executive speech and corporate presentationscoach” in the areas of public speaking, presentation skills andmedia skills and winning pageant interview coach who understandsthe interview process. She has winners at the local, state,national and International levels of all the major systems in thestates.What is the biggest mistake you see pageant girls making in thearea of interview?What is the best way to prepare for interview? Take us through yourprocess of coaching…How do you help your clients mentally prepare forinterview? What are your recommendations for controlling nerves?What are your tips for making a positive first impression?How important is body language during the interview?Is it possible for pageant girls to be in control of theinterview?How do you help girls connect with the judges and Is it easier toconnect with the judges if it is one-on-one style vs. panel?What if there is a difficult judge, one you just can’t seem to makea connection with? What do you recommend?What if you are asked a question in interview that you don’t knowthe answer to?How do you help your clients keep up with major news stories andcurrent events?What is your best piece of advice for all of those girls outthere hoping to win the crown? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arielle Rosmarino, from Proms, Pageants and Pretty Things at the Bride’s House located in Roanoke, Virginia, is the reigning Miss Virginia World who won 4th Runner Up at Miss World America. Arielle was also Miss Virginia USA 2014 where she placed top 20 at the 2014 Miss USA Pageant. Here are some of the questions we asked her: Prom is right around the corner! What are some of this year’s hottest prom styles/colors? What tips do you have for finding the perfect prom dress? What are the biggest mistakes you see pageant girls making when shopping for a gown? Girls often fall in love with a gown. Does this mean that this is the gown for them?  Does it go beyond just loving a gown? What are the top pageant gown styles and colors for 2016? What is “in” for Teen/Miss/Mrs. contestants? Does a certain gown style suggest whether or not hair should be worn up or down? Should bigger earrings be worn if hair is down? What styles will we see on the Miss USA and Miss America stage?  Do you dress Miss USA and Miss America contestants differently? What advice do you have for the curvy pageant contestant in choosing a gown?  How about the petite contestant? What do we need to remember when it comes to accessorizing? What new trends will we be seeing with runway or fun fashion attire?  How about interview attire? What is your one last piece of advice you have for all of the girls out  there hoping to find the perfect pageant or prom dress? Click “Proms, Pageants and Pretty Things" to learn more about the company. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michaela Abelgas is the reigning National American Miss andscored a perfect score in interview. If you want to succeed at NAMlisten to this podcast to learn how. Want a preview? Here are some of the questions that we askedher:How did you mentally prepare to compete on the nationalstage? What tips do you have for others to mentally prepare?Do you tend to get nervous before competing? What tips do you have for girls to help them calm theirnerves? What do you do just before going on stage to get you pumped up andready?What is your advice to girls on choosing their eveninggown? What about modeling pace and eye contact? Are there certain styles/colors that tend to do well? What are the judges looking for?Give us a quick overview of the personal introduction. What keypoints should be included in the intro? What is the best way to catch the attention of the judges duringthis area of competition? You had a perfect NAM interview score! How can someone impress thejudges in such a short amount of time? What is the best way to prepare? What types of questions should a contestant be preparedfor? What if you recommend if you can’t answer a question or your mindgoes blank? What are your tips for interview attire?NAM also has optional competitions. You brought home 5 nationaloptional titles: Casual Wear Modeling, Photogenic, Top Model, MostPromising Model, and Fashion Model. Does competing in optionalshelp ease nerves before competing in the required areas ofcompetition? How does modeling style vary by optional? How does attire vary by optional? What do the judges want to see?What do you feel set you apart from the rest of the contestants andhelped you win NAM? With so many contestants, what can girls do to standout? What is your best advice you want to give to all the girls outthere hoping to wear the NAM crown?What is one item under $20 that you feel is a must have at anypageant? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pageant Coach, Wendi Russo, gives us insight as to what to look for when hiring a pageant coach. Discover how much it costs, what to look for, how to interview your potential coach and more. Below are the questions that we asked her. Click download to see how she answered:  Which coaching areas do you specialize in?  Are you a full service coach? When choosing a pageant coach, what should one look for?  How can a contestant tell if she has chosen the right coach for her? Does everyone need a pageant coach when preparing for competition in order to win? You have held many titles, including your current title of Mrs. USA United Nations… How does being a titleholder better enable you to coach your clients? When preparing for competition, what is the biggest mistake you see girls making?  How does a girl know if she has chosen the correct system for herself?  Do you often see girls competing in systems that are not the best fit for them? How do you mentally prepare your clients for competition?  What do feel is the biggest mental stumbling block? What is the best way to prepare for interview?  Is it possible for the contestant to control the direction of her interview?  Is a contestant able to have more control in her interview by the way she writes her bio ahead of time? What should girls keep in mind when choosing their evening gown? Should she always go with the gown she has fallen in love with? What is the biggest thing competitors need to remember when preparing for the area of swimsuit or fitness? How important is choosing and marketing a platform? What one item (or items) under $20 do you recommend all girls have while competing? Any last words of advice for all of the ladies out there hoping to win the crown?You can hire Wendi by visiting, http://thepageantplanet.com/directory/crowning-success-with-wendi-russo.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily Bray is responsible for winning one of the biggest pageants in the United States. As a senior in high school she competed in the Miss division with a Teen twist. Her straight forward, confident answers will cause you to rethink you pageant training.Here are the questions that we asked her: What do you feel set you apart from the rest of the contestants and helped you win the Miss High School America crown? How did you mentally prepare to compete on the national stage? Are you one that generally gets nervous? What tips do you have for girls to help calm their nerves? How did you prepare for your panel style interview?  How did you connect with the judges?  You were mainly asked about BRAVE, your system’s national anti-bullying campaign.  How did you align yourself with BRAVE prior to the national competition? How did you choose your fun fashion outfit? What are the judges looking for in this area of competition? How did you stand out among all of the contestants? How did you choose your evening gown? Is there a certain type of look that tends to do well in your system? What item (or, items) under $20 do you feel is a must have while competing? Your system not only has the Miss High School America title, but also Miss Collegiate America and Miss Junior High School America titles.  What ages of girls are eligible to compete?  What is your best piece of advice to all of the girls out there hoping to one day wear the High School, Jr. High School or Collegiate America crown? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chloe bested more than 30 other competitors at Miss Teen Globe to walk away with the crown. Gaffney is relatively new to the industry of pageantry, which causes her advice to come from a very different angle. Below are the questions that we asked her: How did you mentally prepare to compete with girls from all over the world?How did you pack for the international competition? What item under $20 was a must have for you while at the pageant?You met with a panel of judges and were asked questions based on your submitted profile. How did you decide on what to include in your profile/bio? How did you prepare for interview? How did you connect with the judges during interview?You also had to give a one minute speech. What was your topic? What tips would you give to girls in preparing for their speech?You also competed in a photographic round where you did a photo shoot with a photographer. What were the judges looking for during this round and how can one best prepare ahead of time?You chose to compete in the optional talent round. You submitted a video of your talent (singing) beforehand and the judges selected the top 4 girls from each age category to perform on stage in Paris for final the judging. Do you feel there is a certain type of talent that scores better? (singing, dancing, etc.) Do you feel that it is more about talent or more about entertainment value?There is also an optional Publicity category where the girls prepare a portfolio of all the appearances they make in the run up to the Grand Finals. How do you recommend girls go about getting appearances?Tell us about Fit Camp (fun session with the girls working individually and in teams in physical challenges). What types of challenges do you take part in and how can one prepare ahead of time to be successful?What is the best advice you can give to all of the girls out there hoping to win the crown? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brittany Ann Payne is Miss Earth United States 2015 and in this podcast she shares her secrets of how she won the Miss Earth United States crown. Brittany went on to place Miss Water (2nd Runner Up) at the Miss Earth pageant where she competed against 90 other delegates.  Here is a list of questions that we asked her:  What do you believe set you apart from the other contestants in the eyes of the judges? How were you able to connect with the judges during interview?  How did you prepare?  Was it more difficult to connect with the judges on an international level vs. the national level? How do you mentally prepare to compete on an international stage?  Confidence is the most crucial aspect of winning Miss Earth United States. What are your tips for improving one’s confidence and shining on stage? Miss Earth takes volunteering and platforms very seriously. How do you recommend contestants prepare to be aware of the many environmental concerns? How were you able to show your commitment to environmental causes? Tell us about your fitness routine. Did you work with a fitness trainer? Did you follow a certain diet? What are your recommendations for choosing a gown?  Is there a certain style that seems to do well within the system? Part of your job is networking. How do you successfully promote your title, your message and the Miss Earth system? What is an item (or items) under $20 that is a must have for you when you are competing? Who would be the ideal Miss Earth candidate? What is your most important piece of advice you have for those hoping to be crowned Miss Earth United States? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.