Elizabeth Tran
Lashes and Sashes Pageant Podcast
If you believe beauty pageants are antifeminist, superficial, or outdated - we hope to prove you wrong! Elizabeth Tran explores pageants as a launchpad to anything you set your mind to, and opportunities beyond any limiting beliefs. Her 21+ years of pageants changed her life, from speaking on the TEDx stage to dumpster diving on TLC.Thank you Simone of @smariano_art for creating this cover! If you need illustrations that will not take your data and support local business, go to smarianoart.com
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Elizabeth Tran
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Feb 23, 2026
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Episodes
Lana Schulenberg: Miss Teen Galaxy Australia Finalist and Elevate U Founder 23.02.2026 42:00
Learn more about Lana Schulenberg and her journey to Miss Teen Galaxy Australia, as well as her experience as an equestrian and model.
Reina Mundial del Banano Recap 22.09.2025 32:05
What an amazing experience I had competing at Reina Mundial del Banano! In this episode I share all the behind the scenes, and things I wish I did for any of you ladies who will compete in a latina international beauty pageant! lashesandsashes.com
Sarah Reech: Miss Universe Canada Finalist and Acting Journey 23.07.2025 50:36
We are so excited to have Sarah Reech on our podcast! Sarah is a full-time actor, former Miss Teen Alberta Globe, and current finalist for Miss Universe Canada. If you would like to support Sarah's journey to the crown and beyond, follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sarahreech/?hl=en https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13351991/
Charisma Tran - Miss Central Florida's Teen 20.06.2025 44:27
Learn more about Charisma Tran, Miss Central Florida's Teen and my little sister! We talk about her journey through pageants, her preparation for Miss Florida's Teen, her initiative Youth Enrichment and Senior Services, and her passion for dance and many other creative avenues. Follow her at instagram.com/trancharisma and her pageant title page instagram.com/misscentralfloridasteen
Noelle P: From Pageants to P. Diddy to Parenting! 11.02.2025 1:12:51
Loved interviewing Noelle Pawlowski on her journey through pageants in Michigan and Florida and how she took on a unique path then into reality TV, talent agent, flight attendant, and now mom of 3!
Sara Gaver: Founder of Wheel Life Connections, TEDx Speaker, and former Ms. Wheelchair USA 25.09.2024 1:18:27
I am excited to have Sara Gaver on Lashes and Sashes ! Sara shares her journey through pageantry, being the first woman with a disability in her college, and building Wheel Life Connections. She's paved the way for so many programs to become more accessible, and through her platform shares the challenges and creative ways she handles independent living without home care. Follow Sara on instagr...
Miss USA 2016 Deshauna Barber's Pageant Journey & Beyond 21.08.2024 59:06
Deshauna Barber is a multifaceted motivational speaker and the first military woman to win Miss USA. In this episode, we go through her entire pageant journey and discuss the importance of paving the way and how to fail gracefully as we navigate the trials and tribulations of life. For more pageant content, follow lashesandsashes.com Follow Deshauna Here https://www.instagram.com/deshaunathespeake...
Pageant Girl Summer: Competing, Judging, Giving Up My Crown 14.08.2024 30:35
In this episode, I'll dive in to my personal takeaways from this summer as a pageant competitor, judge, titleholder, and attendee. For more content, check out lashesandsashes.com
Practice Pageant On-Stage Questions 07.08.2024 23:07
These questions are from the following pageants Miss USA 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Miss America 2022 and 2024 Let us know what other types of pageant practice tools you are looking for as you prepare for your next competition! lashesandsashes.com instagram.com/lashesandsashes
Amanda Kronhaus: Actress and Former Miss Lakeland 31.07.2024 46:30
It was such a pleasure speaking with Amanda Kronhaus! She was the former Miss Lakeland and currently serves in the Board of Directors for the Miss Lakeland Organization. She shares her journey through pageants, passion for theatre, and career as an actress, singer, and model! Follow Amanda on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/amanda.kronhaus/
Georgina Paez: How Pageants Saved Her Life 24.07.2024 48:52
We are so excited to have former World Imperial Beauties and future University of Miami student Georgina Paez on Lashes and Sashes! She will be sharing her pageant journey and how it has opened doors for her in community service, modeling, and so much more. Follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/georginapaezz/ *Please note - in one part she meant to say she was in private school most...
Pageant Platforms Gave Me Purpose 17.07.2024 28:08
In this episode we'll go through one of the best aspects of pageantry in my opinion - finding a platform or community service project that connects to you. I touch on the benefits of having a platform, if they'll help you win a pageant, tips on finding a platform, and my own personal journey of building my non-profit Teens Go Green. If you need help building out your platform, let me know...
Lisa Opie's Journey from Pageants to Building Multiple Businesses 10.07.2024 34:46
This is also Lashes and Sashes first video podcast episode! We are doing the interview and GRWM (get ready with me) hair and makeup preparation before I go to Miss Florida USA prelims! All the Lady Code products used are listed here below Loaded Brow and Hairline Palette Glambelle Eyeshadow Snatched Face Palette Icy Flare Lashes Lisa Lash Glue Ladycode Setting Powder Tokyo Lip Liner Tokyo Lip Glos...
75 Practice Interview Questions for Your Next Pageant 03.07.2024 35:24
Practice interview questions for your next pageant in the car, while your doing errands, or even in the gym if you can answer to yourself! Thank you Dani Walker of Pageant Access for being an inspiration not only to my pageant blog and podcast, but also for creating practice interview questions like this originally on your YouTube channel . If you have any questions on pageant interview, let me kn...
How I Became a Model - Through Pageants 26.06.2024 22:07
The most common question I'm asked by fellow pageant contestants and ladies is how I started modeling. Pageants were the platform that lead to my modeling career. It's what inspired my mom and I to host the charity modeling event, Model4Miracles, that raised over $130K for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. In this episode, I break down my personal journey into modeling from walking...
Miss America vs Miss USA - What's the difference? 19.06.2024 29:30
Yes - there is a difference between Miss America and Miss USA! This episode goes through the similarities, differences, significant changes recently, and my own personal experience on a state level competing at Miss Florida's Outstanding Teen and Miss Florida USA. For more pageant content, check out https://lashesandsashes.com/
Miss Fitness Supermodel World 2024 - Vietnam Recap 12.06.2024 29:28
Sharing my experience last month in Vietnam representing the USA at Miss Fitness Supermodel World! This pageant was an adult summer camp and one of the most fun experiences I had as an adult. You can also check the Full Blog Post Here Thank you Nation of States for the opportunity.
Competing in Pageants as an Asian American 25.05.2024 28:35
In honor of May being Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, I wanted to take the opportunity to share my experience as an Asian American competing in pageants and how it has made me the person I am today.
Miss Universe Sweden 2017 Frida Fornander Garcia 15.05.2024 1:01:22
We are excited to welcome our first guest interview for Lashes and Sashes - Frida Fornander Garcia, Miss Universe Sweden 2017 and Co-Founder of Blooma Co ! In this episode, we go through her entire journey of pageantry, from going to Guatemala at 15 to competing at Miss Universe and now building her American Dream.
What we can learn from Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt's Resignation 08.05.2024 18:01
How can we improve the pageant industry as a whole for titleholders, directors, contestants, and staff? Pageant people - let's please support Noelia as she goes through this transition and in whatever her next chapter will be. She has been such an inspiration for hard work, perseverance, grace under pressure, and mental health. Also thank you to Dani Walker for always providing insightful cont...
How I Traveled the World through Pageants 01.05.2024 26:05
In this episode, I will be shedding some light on international pageants and how they've allowed me to compete in seven different countries around the world. As a young female, I wasn't sure I'd be comfortable traveling the world on my own, but these pageant systems have provided me a safe and exciting opportunity to explore the area and meet other girls from around the world. It's...
"Be Yourself" but who am I? 15.04.2024 16:04
The most commonly asked question I get regarding pageants is "What is the #1 pageant advice you'd give to anyone competing?" and the most commonly stated answer is to "Be Yourself." How on earth are you supposed to fit who you are into a 2 minute interview, 30 second gown walk, and maybe a 20 second model routine?! We'll discuss here!
Welcome to Lashes & Sashes! 15.04.2024 7:35
Calling all my Pageant People! I am excited to create Lashes and Sashes to share my love for pageants, and how it can be a launchpad to anything you set your mind to - and so much more! lashesandsashes.com https://instagram.com/lashesandsashes Thank you to Tim Tialdo from Life After the Crown for your inspiration! Notes: Mainstream Media Belittling Pageantry
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