Confessions of a Pageant King

Hannah Kathleen Hawkshaw, Miss International Ireland 2024, is a dynamic entrepreneur, social advocate, and singer/songwriter hailing from the Celtic land of Ireland—a place deeply rooted in folklore and storytelling. It is this tradition of storytelling that has profoundly shaped Hannah Kathleen's life path. At just 12 years old, she channeled her love for storytelling into a fashion blog, a proje...

Selina McCloskey recently completed her Bachelor of Business, majoring in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, at the University of Newcastle, graduating with a double distinction. As Miss International Australia, she is using her platform to support United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #5, advocating for gender equality and empowering women and girls. Selina has been partnering with and volunt...

Miss Earth New Zealand 2024, Angela Marie Rowson, is a passionate advocate for pollution reduction, recognizing its impact on our waterways and ecosystems. She actively preserves and restores our waterways, understanding water's vital role in our daily lives. Angela embodies unity and resilience, inspiring collective action towards a sustainable future. She encourages others to join her in thi...

Let me share with you a dirty little secret. MOST of you don't need a pageant interview or Q&A coach. At least, not yet. The best and fastest way for you to improve is already in your hands. Oh and did I mention it's FREE? --- 175 pageant interview practice questions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kq8F1QVaIJ0 Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority: http://thepag...

Nicole Papadimas, 25, from New South Wales, Australia, is proud to be a Miss Australia National Finalist for 2024. Next month, she'll compete on the Gold Coast for the titles of Miss Global Australia, Miss Intercontinental Australia and Miss Supranational Australia. Holding a Bachelor's Degree in Communications and Media, with a focus on Digital and Social Media, she currently works in Mer...

Christina Lazaros, 28, is representing The Netherlands at this year’s Miss International pageant. She currently lives near Utrecht but spent many years in the city of Groningen, where she has been organizing her own pageant, Miss Beauty of Groningen, for the past four years. This pageant is part of The Netherlands’ biggest national pageant, Miss Beauty of the Netherlands, which holds multiple lice...

Cat Jane Shepherd is a creative artist from Perth, Western Australia, with a degree in costume design from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). She is currently pursuing a Master of Strategic Communication at the University of Western Australia (UWA). As an actor and costume designer in film and TV, she is recognized for her work in wearable art, which has been featured in va...

Savannah Miles describes herself as just a girl who loves God, interior design and people. There's a good chance she could soon be adding Miss USA to her resume. --- Follow Savannah: https://www.instagram.com/savannahmiles/ Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority: http://thepageantsorority.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers...

Faith Torres is a 23-year-old biomedical science graduate who has a passion for music and charity work. She spends her day-to-day life working at the only hospital in Gibraltar, while also cherishing time with her friends and family. Follow Faith: ⬇️⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/faithtxrres/ ---⠀ ⠀ Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority:⠀ ⬇️⬇️ http://thepageantsorority.com/ Th...

Mia Danielle Williams is an 18-year-old from Wales who currently holds the title of Miss Intercontinental after being crowned in May. In just over two months, she will be competing in the prestigious Miss Intercontinental competition, which will take place in Sharm El Sheikh. Mia aims to represent Wales with pride and respect, showcasing the strength and spirit of her country, which is often overl...

How does a man end up becoming a women's life coach? Book your coaching session: https://tpp.as.me/coaching TIMESTAMPS ⏱️ 00:00 - Introduction and Background 01:20 - Coaching Background and Experience 04:45 - Gender Differences in Coaching 11:10 - Personal Insights and ADHD Diagnosis 14:40 - Emotional Intelligence and Observational Skills 17:30 - Unique Coaching Approach 21:15 - Ending Thoughts on...

Gracie Pfaff is Miss Tennessee Earth 2023. Gracie is a nonprofit founder, digital marketing consultant, public speaker and model. She founded Harvest107 almost 10 years ago with the mission to prevent hunger and malnutrition by creating sustainable food sources in food-desert communities. Outside of her job she loves to write music, go rock-climbing and train her two Dobermans. Pageantry helped co...

Darcey Corria is Miss Wales 2022 and will be heading to Miss World to compete in India this November. Darcey is a model, specializing in bridal modelling in Wales, and has a deep passion for travel. Her Beauty With a Purpose project is called "Darcey For Diversity", focussing on embracing and celebrating the diversity in Wales and encouraging people to be proud of their heritage whilst p...

Danielle’s advocacy focuses on revolutionizing our environment through the beauty industry. As an entrepreneur in the beauty world and as a Wands for Wildlife Ambassador, she is able to send discarded mascara wands to provide medical aid to wildlife animals in need. Her love for animals inspired her to pursue a plant-based lifestyle - she works with Meatless Monday to inspire others to take action...

Presly Pedigo, a twenty-two-year-old from Nashville, Tennessee, recently graduated with honors from the University of Tennessee, obtaining a bachelor's degree in Neuroscience and Psychology. She aspires to become a Physician Associate, empowering other young women in the process. Recently, Presly was crowned USA National Miss 2023 in Hollywood, FL this past July, representing Tennessee as Miss...

Jessica Page, 28, is a trailblazing businesswoman determined to pave the way for women in the business arena. Holding a degree in marketing and events management, Jess demonstrated her leadership prowess early on. At just 23, she founded her first enterprise with a mere £200, starting from a small bedroom in her home. The entrepreneurial journey wasn't smooth; the dearth of female role models...

Alivia Croal, a 22-year-old firefighter with the Toronto Fire Services, is not just notable for her youth, but also for her dedication to making a difference in typically male-dominated fields. Prior to her firefighting career, Alivia served in the Canadian Forces, experiences that have shaped her resilience and sense of service. Born in Canada with Ukrainian heritage, Alivia is also the founder o...

Kristiyana Yordanova studied both psychology and neuroscience at the University of British Columbia. She is passionate about helping others through mentorship, with her foundation Woman Squared that focuses on toxic relationships. She also recently published her first poetry book, called forbidden words. Follow Kristiyana: ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/kristiyana.yordanovaa/ ---⠀ ⠀ Be more than...

Happy birthday to me! I wanted to discuss my recent potential ADHD diagnosis amongst other things, as well as the impact it will have on the future direction of The Pageant Project. If you have ADHD or another neurodiverse condition, I'd love to hear from you either in the comments or send me a message privately ( info@thepageantproject.com ). ---⠀ ⠀ Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT....

Liza Gundowry is Miss Mauritius 2022/23. As an official ambassador of Mauritius, she will represent her country at Miss World 2023 in India. By day, Liza is a Senior Education Consultant and a Studies Facilitator, assisting students at the University of Oxford to better navigate their studies. She holds a Master’s degree from the University of Oxford, and a Bachelor’s degree from University Colleg...

Francie Millan, the radiant 21-year-old titleholder of Miss Grand Texas 2023, balances her reign with a thriving real estate career in her home state. Alongside her family, she's made her mark on San Antonio's food scene, co-founding the city's first-ever Uruguayan restaurant. An enthusiastic soccer fan with a passion for gastronomy, Francie loves exploring new cultures and cherishing...

Britney Lane received her BA in psychology from Emmanuel College in 2019. She went on to complete her Masters of Social Work from the University of New Hampshire in 2022. Britney works for The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester in New Hampshire as a child and family therapist and case manager. Her work focuses on trauma therapy, which empowers children and adolescents to tell their experie...

Jessica Lane is a dedicated environmental advocate and full-time student pursuing a double degree in Journalism, Creative Writing, and Publishing. Alongside her studies, she works as a disability support worker, showcasing her commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Passionate about environmental conservation, Jessica strives to create meaningful change through her work. She acti...

Paitin Powell is a 25-year-old who calls the beautiful Whitsundays in North Queensland home. Her roots run deep in this region, and it's here that she honed her competitive tennis skills during her high school years. Paitin has an 8-year-long tenure in community pharmacy under her belt and has recently pivoted towards a career in dental nursing. Simultaneously, she's passionate about impar...

We've all been there. We've done the hard work, improved leaps and bounds since last year and visualized and manifested like it's going out of fashion. The hard work SHOULD pay off right? But the harsh truth is that only one girl is walking away with the title, and if it isn't you, it can be CRUSHING, especially when you feel like you absolutely nailed it. So is there anything you...