Best Raeanna Johnson Podcasts (2025)

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#52 Crowned & Candid: Paris Matthews, Miss Utah 2024 1:02:49

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Send us a text What happens when you refuse to give up on a dream, even after 13 straight losses? Paris Matthews, Miss Utah 2024, reveals the extraordinary journey that led her from wearing "evening gowns from Ross" at her first pageant to representing Utah on the Miss America stage. This conversation peels back the glossy veneer of pageantry to ex…

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#51 Crowned & Candid: Carrie Everett, Miss North Carolina 2024 57:08

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Send us a text What does it truly mean to wear the crown for 365 days? Behind the polished Instagram posts and stage performances lies a journey filled with grit, growth, and occasional tears. In this revealing conversation, Miss North Carolina 2024, Carrie Everett, brings us into the heart of her unlikely path to the title and the profound lessons…

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#50 Crowned & Candid: Kiersten Khoury, Miss Massachusetts 2024 1:07:49

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Send us a text Kirsten Corey, Miss Massachusetts 2024, pulls back the curtain on her remarkable 20-year journey through the pageant world in this candid, eye-opening conversation. After competing since childhood and experiencing far more losses than wins, Kirsten's persistence finally culminated in achieving her lifelong dream of representing Massa…

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#49 Crowned & Candid: Jordan Naylor, Miss Alaska 2024 1:42:07

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Send us a text What happens when your dream comes true? For Jordan Naylor, Miss Alaska 2024, claiming the crown was just the beginning of a transformative journey – one that followed directly after her reign as Miss Alaska USA. With less than a week between titles, Jordan stepped into her role with a unique dual-system perspective and a crystal-cle…

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#48 Crowned & Candid: Hayley Cheyney Kane, Miss Hawaii 2024 58:54

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Send us a text Authenticity beats perfection every time. That's the powerful message from Miss Hawaii 2024 Hayley Cheyney Kane, who joins us for a transformative conversation about wellness, identity, and the healing power of being unapologetically yourself. As the first openly gay Miss Hawaii, Haley has navigated her year with a refreshing blend o…

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#47 Crowned & Candid: Stephanie Finoti, Miss Ohio 2024 1:13:09

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Send us a text What does it truly mean to wear a state crown when life's hardest moments don't pause for your title? In this deeply moving conversation, Miss Ohio 2024 Stephanie Finoti reveals the raw, unfiltered reality behind the sparkle. As a biomedical scientist, first-generation American, and daughter of immigrants, Stephanie brings an unexpec…

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#46 Crowned & Candid: Raechel Warren, Miss Nebraska 2024 1:02:38

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Send us a text What happens when you've aged out twice, moved to a new state, and decide to give your pageant dream one last shot? For Raechel Warren, Miss Nebraska 2024, that final attempt led to the crown and a transformative year of service that's coming to a close with only 45 days remaining. In this candid conversation, Raechel reveals the pow…

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#45 Crowned & Candid: Kaylee Wolfensberger, Miss Montana 2024 1:02:06

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Send us a text What really happens after the crown goes on and the cameras stop? In this brand new series, Crowned & Candid, I’m sitting down with Kaylee Wolfensberger, Miss Montana 2024, to talk about the realities of state titleholder life; the stuff most people don’t see. Kaylee is only 20 and went into Miss Montana just planning to get some exp…

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#44 Battling Burnout: Why High Achievers Struggle & How to Heal 32:28

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Send us a text Feeling drained by pageant prep? Been there. If you're finding yourself pushing harder but enjoying it less, you're not alone. Burnout shows up in sneaky ways - not just physical exhaustion, but emotional depletion, constant comparison, and that awful loop of "I'm doing all the things… so why does it feel like it's never enough?" In …

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#43 Strategic Partnerships: Taking Your Platform from Volunteering to Impact 47:20

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Send us a text It's time to zoom out and focus on the big picture: What does it actually mean to be the titleholder? Beyond the wardrobe, the prep, and the preliminary jitters lies a powerful opportunity to create real impact and build the foundation for your future career. In this episode, you'll hear: The difference between volunteering and partn…

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#42 Beyond the Crown: Miss Iowa 2017, Chelsea Constantino (Dubczak) 1:08:17

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Send us a text Former Miss Iowa Chelsea Constantino redefines nutrition by blending biblical wisdom with modern health science in this insightful episode. Inspired by her pageant experience, Chelsea shares how she developed a sustainable, faith-aligned approach to health - one focused on long-term consistency rather than extreme dieting. Her book, …

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#41 From First Runner-Up to...?: Overcoming the Fear of ‘Backsliding’ in Competition 33:47

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Send us a text Fear of "backsliding" in pageant placement haunts even the most accomplished contestants. That nagging anxiety—what if I don't do as well as last year? What will people think if I was first runner-up and don't even make top five this time? As a former Miss Wisconsin who lived this exact experience, I understand this pressure intimate…

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#40 Mastering the Interview: What NOT to Do 29:49

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Send us a text Interview can feel like the most nerve-wracking part of competition, but are you making it harder than it needs to be? In this episode, I'm breaking down the biggest don'ts of pageant interview, including outdated strategies that actually increase your nerves and make it harder to connect with judges. From trying to control the conve…

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#39 More Than a Number: Why Contestant Lineup Doesn't Define Your Success 23:44

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Send us a text Anxiety about contestant numbers is a persistent yet unnecessary worry in pageantry. From my experience as both a contestant and a judge, I'm debunking the myths that keep competitors fixated on lineup placement instead of performance. Your contestant number is beyond your control, and focusing on it only diverts energy from your pre…

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#38 Remembering Your Worth 23:59

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Send us a text Worthiness sits at the core of how we view ourselves, yet many of us struggle to grasp this fundamental truth: we are worthy simply because we exist. This episode explores the critical difference between inherent worth and contextual value – a distinction that transforms how we handle rejection, failure, and self-doubt. Growing up wi…

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#37 Beyond the Crown: Teen, Miss, Ms., and Mrs. Universal Petite 1:00:19

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Send us a text Let's talk about breaking stereotypes, embracing confidence, and proving that size has nothing to do with success! In this episode of Sash & Soul, I'm sitting down with the reigning Universal Petite queens - four inspiring women who are using their platforms to empower others and redefine beauty standards. We're getting real about pa…

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#36 Beyond the Crown: Cierra Nalani Richards, Miss Royal United Universe 1:07:31

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Send us a text Cierra Nalani Richards, Miss Royal United States, joins us for an engaging discussion on mental health and wellness, sharing her compelling journey from military life to the world of pageantry. She opens up about her experience in the Air Force, offering a candid look into the emotional challenges she faced, including her hospitaliza…

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#35 Humility vs. Confidence: Cultivating Humble Confidence 23:24

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Send us a text Humble confidence" might sound like a contradiction, but it's part of a Winning Mindset that can set you on the path to success. After years of equating humility with self-deprecation, I discovered the transformative power of balancing self-awareness with self-worth. This episode sheds light on redefining humility—it's not about mini…

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#34 Expectations: The Art of Letting Go 14:23

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Send us a text Have you ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of unmet expectations that leave you feeling like a victim? This week on Sash and Soul, I open up about a particularly emotional week that forced me to confront my own expectations and the disappointment they often bring. The expectations we hold—whether of ourselves, others, or situati…

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#33 Diplomacy in Interview: How to Navigate Tough & Controversial Topics 37:14

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Send us a text In today's world, difficult conversations are everywhere - from political debates to social justice issues, current events, and personal values. In pageantry, interviews often require contestants to answer polarizing questions with poise, authenticity, and diplomacy. But how do you navigate these discussions without losing your perso…

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#32 Pageant Prep on a Budget 39:45

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Send us a text Are you dreaming of competing in a pageant but worried about the costs? In this episode of Sash & Soul, we dive into smart strategies for preparing on a budget while still looking and feeling your best. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Choosing the Right Pageant System - Align your goals with a system that fits your budget. Setting…

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#31 New Year, New Vision 38:06

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Send us a text Welcome back to the Fearlessly Authentic: Sash & Soul Podcast! As we step into 2025, I’m sharing honest reflections from the past year - big wins, tough lessons, and personal growth that shaped my new vision. In this episode, we'll dive into: 2024 Recap - The highs, the challenges, and the evolution of Fearlessly Authentic Health & W…

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#30 Beyond the Crown: Miss America 2015, Kira Dixon (Kazantsev) 52:59

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Send us a text Kira Dixon (Kazantsev), Miss America 2015, is a host and reporter for Golf Channel and NBC Sports. She primarily covers news on the PGA TOUR and recently returned from her trip to Paris after her debut as a Sports Desk reporter at the 2024 Olympics. In this episode with Kira, we discuss her beginnings in pageantry and how her Miss Am…

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#29 Dating & Relationships as a Titleholder 52:03

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Send us a text In this episode we explore the oftentimes controversial topic of dating as a titleholder -- navigating a relationship during a year of changes, intense schedules, and outside opinions about your personal life. Why is dating while being a titleholder controversial? What’s up with the titleholder to marriage pipeline? Is there a no dat…

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#28 Balancing Life with Pageants 41:28

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Send us a text How do you maintain balance while juggling life, school, family, extracurriculars, pageants, and finding time to rest and relax? Especially for high-achieving women, what happens when life feels like a never-ending juggling act? As we head into fall and for many of us, a new school year, shifting our priorities is inevitable. Today w…

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#27 Top 5 Competition Prep Mistakes 53:40

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Send us a text We're here to share our top five most common mistakes we see women make in the pageant world after years as competitors and coaches. Whether that's preparation downfalls or falling into conspiracies, hear what we think distracts you most from your big picture goals when it comes to preparation and during your competition. Our focus i…

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#26 Post-Titleholder Life & New Sponsorship Announcement 58:11

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Send us a text It's a journey, and sometimes a difficult one when you go from competing for years, becoming a titleholder, to leaving the pageant world and planning for the future. It can come with identity shifts, insecurities, and a lot of comparison. We always see the titleholder in the spotlight, but what happens when her year is over and the c…

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#25 Why Would I Need a Coach? 53:56

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Send us a text There's one question we hear all too often in the pageant world: "Why would I need a coach?" Especially when you've already competed a few times, have some experience, and liked the outcome. In this episode, we dissect the essential components of an effective coaching program. Learn how a good coach acts as a GPS, helping you navigat…

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#24 What Should Success Look Like? 41:47

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Send us a text If you've ever felt stuck, wondering if you're the only one facing self-doubt and lack of motivation, you're not alone. On this episode of Sash and Soul, Raeanna opens up about those challenging, uninspiring moments in life when motivation seems to be lacking. We both share our personal battles with self-judgment and the constant tug…

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#23 Beyond the Crown: Miss California 2022, Catherine Liang 50:38

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Send us a text Catherine Liang, Miss California 2022, is a Golden State Warriors In-Arena Co-host, Brand Ambassador to International Fashion Brands, Advocate for AANHPI (Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islanders) and a Global Deals Financial Analyst. After graduating from the University of Southern California with a BA in International Relat…

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#22 Media Literacy & Navigating Current Events 54:50

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Send us a text Ready to master media literacy in the pageant world? Join us on Sash and Soul as Lila shares tangible tips when tackle the intricate landscape of media literacy, essential for any pageant contestant. Through her years of experience studying and working in the media, she's ready to bring essential information to the show and her clien…

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#21 When Physical Health Affects Mental Health 52:39

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Send us a text Ever found yourself drowning in a sea of to-do lists while trying to take care of yourself physically? It could be a health scare, mental health crisis, or chronic illness that comes at the worst times, especially when we're preparing for competition. Here on Sash & Soul, Lila shares a little about her own health scares recently and …

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#20 Imposter Syndrome - Spoiler: It's Not Real 52:29

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Send us a text Imposter Syndrome. We hear about it often and we've probably experienced it. But what is it really and how do we challenge it? In our opinion, this syndrome isn't even, well, real. In this episode, we're challenging the idea of imposter syndrome altogether, what we really think it means, and how to conquer it. We break down the feeli…

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#19: Changes to Fearlessly Authentic 1:00:25

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Send us a text Join us in celebrating an exciting milestone as Lila officially joins the Fearlessly Authentic team as a full-time Communications, Mindset & Media Literacy coach! We reflect on Lila's journey from competing on stage for over a decade, to mentoring behind the scenes, as she dives into the pivotal role of mentoring and coaching. Togeth…

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#18 When You Don't Win 41:56

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Send us a text We talk often about what it looks like when you earn a title, but what about when you don't? On this episode of Sash & Soul, we'll delve into the emotional highs and lows of preliminary awards, the mindsets that can make or break your final night performance, and what it looks like to carry yourself with grace when you feel disappoin…

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#17 Q&A with Raeanna and Lila 36:28

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Send us a text On this episode of the Fearlessly Authentic Sash & Soul podcast, Lila and Raeanna take questions from the listeners including how much prep really went into Miss Wisconsin and plans post-titleholder life. Tune in as we discuss how modern women are reshaping the pageant world, turning it into an arena of empowerment and inclusivity. F…

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#16 Service Initiatives & Developing a Platform 45:44

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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Sash & Soul. In this episode, Raeanna shares the story of how her brother Tyler's passing influenced her community service work in pageantry. We'll explore five crucial steps for building a meaningful community service platform and gain practical insights and tips for creating initiatives that resonate w…

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#15 During Competition: Mindset & How to Prepare 1:04:45

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Send us a text It's crunch time for local, state, and national competitions this summer. Common questions we get from women include how to best prepare in the few weeks leading up and what to do during competition. This week, we're walking through what you need to keep a helpful mindset and how to prepare mentally for a major goal. Most importantly…

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#14 Interview Do's and Don'ts 53:15

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Send us a text On this week's episode of Sash and Soul, we're delving into what you need to know for pageant interviews. Learn how to shift from feeling intimidated by a panel of judges to genuinely enjoying the process, and find out why the right mindset can be a game-changer in any interview scenario. These are our basic do's and don'ts of any in…

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#13 Beyond the Crown: Mrs. Petite USA & Miss Minnesota 2015, Rachel Betterley 57:30

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Send us a text Rachel Betterley, Mrs. Petite USA and former Miss Minnesota shares her journey in art healing, education, and pageantry. As a visual arts teacher and successful pageant competitor, she talks about her experiences from Miss America to Mrs. America, and now Mrs. Universal Petite, finding herself, and her story along the way. Rachel is …

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#13 Beyond the Crown Exclusive: Mrs. Petite USA & Miss Minnesota 2015, Rachel Betterley 20:06

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Send us a text Rachel Betterley, Mrs. Petite USA and former Miss Minnesota 2015, joins us with this exclusive conversation -- an extension of our main interview. Hear about Rachel's wants and opinions for changes needed in the pageant industry to move towards genuine empowerment and support for women's well-being. Our conversation dives into the pr…

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#12 Our Message to the Pageant Industry: Part 1 45:57

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Send us a text The pageant world is often seen as a place of glam and grace, but with the recent resignation of both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA, it's time to talk about what many of us have experienced behind closed doors. While there is the mental health crisis we have started talking more about, the reasons behind those struggles are often misund…

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#12 Our Message to the Pageant Industry: Part 2 55:58

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Send us a text The pageant world is often seen as a place of glam and grace, but with the recent resignation of both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA, it's time to talk about what many of us have experienced behind closed doors. While there is the mental health crisis we have started talking more about, the reasons behind those struggles are often misund…

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#11 Beyond the Crown: Miss Georgia 2018 & Miss High School America 2013, Annie Jorgensen 1:02:06

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Send us a text Annie Jorgensen, former Miss Georgia and Miss High School America, joins us with candid conversation from navigating the pageant world to influencer marketing in New York City. Hear about her pageant journey and Miss Georgia reign during a notable time for the Miss America organization. She also shares how she coped with pressure whi…

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#10 For the Supporters: What is Helpful? 56:31

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Send us a text This episode of Sash and Soul is a do's and don'ts guide for supporters through the highs and lows of competition week, preparing for competition, and life as a titleholder. We unravel the rollercoaster of emotions during competition week, from preliminaries to post-final show. The need for a comforting support system is crucial. Thi…

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#9 Inner Circle: Building a Team and Navigating Relationships 44:09

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Send us a text This episode centers around conflict resolution, boundary setting, and collaboration. We talk about the essential skills for success in high-pressure situations, whether on stage or in everyday life. We say often that this journey isn't solely about pageants; it's a guide to genuine connections and networking in life. We discuss the …

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#8 Mindset vs. Mental Health 50:11

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Send us a text In this episode, we discuss the difference between mental health and mindset. Most importantly, distinguishing between a healthy mindset and the need for mental health care. Both are crucial when one can't reach its full potential without the other. Topics include: life after pageants, facing identity shifts and financial challenges.…

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#7 Money Mindset: Investing in Yourself 50:59

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Send us a text Money -- a topic often at the forefront of competition, pageantry and life, yet often uncomfortable to discuss or confront. In this episode, we talk all things mindset when it comes to investing in yourself, your experiences, your passions, and how they can profoundly impact personal development and success. We discuss the financial …

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#6 The Haters and Learning to Love Them 49:50

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Send us a text Sometimes you can pour your heart into a passion, only to feel the sting of criticism from those who just don't get it. In this episode we tackle the haters and the empowerment behind owning your reactions. We're getting real about the impact of opinions and how they can challenge our core values. But here’s the clincher: we’ve got s…

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#5 Beyond the Crown: Miss America 2024, Madison Marsh 58:15

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Send us a text From active duty Air Force Officer, to Harvard Graduate student, to pancreatic cancer advocate, to Miss Colorado to Miss America 2024, Madison Marsh shares the grit and behind the scenes of successful leadership and personal growth. She opens up about her advocacy for her mother's legacy, her time in the Air Force Academy, navigating…