The Pageant Gal Podcast

The biggest mistake I made during my very first reign and what I would do differently today Why every contestant should start planning their reign before they win How building relationships and community opened incredible opportunities during my Miss Canada journey The power of creativity, adaptability, and innovation when life doesn't go according to plan Three practical lessons you can apply...

Part 2 is here! After recently passing on my sixth pageant title, I'm taking you behind the scenes of the final three reigns that shaped who I am—not just as a queen, but as a coach, entrepreneur, and leader. From learning to say yes to bigger opportunities, to realizing you never have to be "done" competing, to finding gratitude when life doesn't go according to plan, these are the lessons that c...

What if winning the crown isn't actually the finish line? In this episode, Maria takes you behind the scenes of the Monumental Queen Retreat and shares the biggest lessons, breakthroughs, and mindset shifts that emerged from an unforgettable weekend with ambitious women from across North America. JOIN OUR NEXT RETREAT: Ascension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, Ontario From dreaming...

SPOTIFY DESCRIPTION Winning the crown is only the beginning. In this episode, we’re talking about how to create a title reign that actually feels fulfilling, impactful, and aligned — instead of spending your year overwhelmed, burnt out, or wondering where the time went. I’m sharing the mindset shifts and strategies that helped me through six title reigns, including how to create opportunities, bui...

What if pageantry wasn’t just about the crown… but about building an empire? In this episode, I’m sharing the biggest lessons behind making $20,000 in one month while building my coaching business in the pageant industry. We’re talking about passion, consistency, self-trust, client connection, and what it really takes to create long-term success doing work you love. In this episode, we cover: 👑 T...

Whether you’re a seasoned competitor, preparing for nationals, or questioning why you haven’t broken into the top placements yet… this episode is going to hit deep. Maria breaks down the real reason so many women stay stuck in fear, comparison, and self-doubt during pageant prep — and why knowing exactly what you bring to the title changes everything.  This is for the woman who already knows how t...

Hey Pageant Gals, If you’ve ever wished you had a way to practice anytime, anywhere… or felt like you needed more support between coaching sessions to truly build your confidence, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Maggie, founder of the CrownChat App, to talk about how she went from a pageant competitor to creating one of the most innovative tools in the industry. We...

Hey Pageant Gals, If you’ve ever felt like you started “too late,” didn’t know enough about pageantry, or worried that your first experience wasn’t good enough… this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Miss Queen of the Screen 2026, Maddie Marcoux, to talk about what it really looks like to enter the pageant world as a beginner, build confidence quickly, and grow into your v...

Hey Pageant Gals, Welcome to the first episode of the 200K Year Series, where I’m breaking down the mindset shifts that helped me go from making $1,000 in my first year of business to $200,000 per year while building a life of freedom. In this episode, I’m sharing the identity shifts that changed everything and why your next level starts with a decision. In this episode you will hear about... 👑 T...

Hey Pageant Gals, In episode two of the 200K Year Series, I’m breaking down how I scaled my business to over $200,000 without filling my calendar with endless one-on-one calls. This episode is all about building a business model that creates more income, more spaciousness, and more freedom. In this episode you will hear about... 👑 Why scaling does not have to mean working more hours 👑 How group...

Hey Pageant Gals, In this episode of the 200K Year Series, I’m sharing one of the biggest skills behind my business growth: brand. Brand is what helps you stand out, attract aligned clients, charge more, and stop blending in. In this episode, I’m breaking down the brand shifts that helped me position myself as an authority and scale to 200K. In this episode you will hear about... 👑 Why blending i...

Hey Pageant Gals, In this episode of the 200K Year Series, I’m talking about one of the most powerful tools behind my business growth: content that converts. This is not about posting for likes. It is about creating content that builds trust, attracts aligned clients, and turns visibility into sales. In this episode you will hear about... 👑 The 3 types of content that bring in paying clients 👑 W...

Hey Pageant Gals, In this final episode of the 200K Year Series, I’m sharing the standards behind the success. This episode is about what building this business has truly given me, what it has required of me, and the standards I had to raise in order to hold more income, freedom, leadership, and responsibility. In this episode you will hear about... 👑 What this business gave me beyond income 👑 W...

Hey Pageant Gals, Everyone in the pageant industry wants to talk strategy. What to say in interview, how to stand out, how to be polished, how to feel confident, how to win. And yes, those things matter. But what actually separates the women who win in interview and win in life is the foundation behind the words. It is self belief. It is presence. It is walking into the room and owning who you are...

Hey Pageant Gals, Everyone in the pageant industry wants to talk strategy, the tips and tricks to win, how to nail your interview, perfect your walk, level up your wardrobe. And yes… those things matter. But heading into pageant prep season, the biggest thing I’m realizing is this: what actually changes the game is how unshakeable you are as a woman on the journey to the crown and beyond. In this...

Hey Pageant Gals, Let’s be honest, pageants are expensive. Life is expensive. The cost of everything is going up. But the problem isn’t the price tag, it’s the mindset we carry about it. In this episode, I'm giving you a perspective shift that will change how you approach your pageant journey. Because you get to decide whether rising costs make you shrink your desire… or expand your capacity a...

Hey Pageant Gals, It’s time to stop overcomplicating pageant prep and start committing to the moves that actually win crowns. Whether you’re gearing up for a competition this year or you’re getting back into your rhythm after a break, this episode will help you simplify your prep and raise your daily standards without burning out. Because winners are not doing more. They’re doing the right things...

Hey Pageant Gals, What would it look like if you stopped waiting for the perfect opportunity in pageantry and instead created the space you wish existed. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Elizabeth Marnoch for a real end of year pageant chat. Liz has been in the industry for over 15 years, she is a professional hair and makeup artist, and she is the founder and director of Canadian National M...

Hey Pageant Gals, How do you keep betting on yourself, in pageants, business, and life when bills are billing, responsibilities are stacking, and it feels like “this just isn’t the right time”? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down what it really looks like to keep investing in yourself in your 20s, 30s (and yes, even 40s+)… even when life is life-ing. We’re talking about: 👑 Why your 20s and 30s...

Hey Pageant Gals, What would it look like if you stopped standing safely in the sand… and let yourself be fully seen running straight into the water for your big dreams? In this episode, I’m sharing the real story from my mentor’s retreat in California, where I found myself on a beach at 8am, headphones on, in a 90-minute movement practice… and felt an undeniable pull to sprint toward the waves wh...

Hey Pageant Gals, What would it look like if someone messaged you and said, “Your pageant is paid for. Entry fee, flight, the whole thing. Just show up and compete”? In this episode, I am telling you the real story of one of my Queen Collective clients who got a last–minute invitation to compete at an international pageant in China… with her entry fee and flight covered… and then walked away as on...

Hey Pageant Gals, We have a special guest today. Meet Amber Martenson, founder of The Joy of Art (501c3) and CEO of Winning Spark Branding. Amber went from Iowa gal and art teacher to New York Fashion Week designer and brand strategist for pageant queens and women in business. In this episode we break down brand versus branding, how your visual identity creates credibility, and the exact mindset t...

Hey Pageant Gals, Today I am taking you behind the scenes of a $60,000 launch for The Queen Collective Track Two as a full time pageant coach. This is not about luck. It is about leadership, strategy, and building offers that create real transformation and recurring income without living on your calendar. In this episode you will learn ✨ How to design a high value high impact offer that serves A...

Hey Pageant Gals, We’re kicking off our first-ever Queen’s Takeover Podcast Challenge all November long! I’m doubling episodes this month so you can binge strategy, branding, and stories of women doing big, audacious things in and out of pageantry. Get ready to move now, not “someday.” How to Enter: 1. Leave a 5-star review on Spotify for The Pageant Gal Podcast, screenshot it, and DM me @thepagea...

Hey Pageant Gals, Boo, Queens Happy Halloween! 👑 In this special episode I’m spilling three true pageant-coaching horror stories and the lessons that keep your crown on straight. Requested by our gal Emma from The Queen Collective. These are not just spooky tales. They are coach tested takeaways on boundaries, clear communication, and taking radical ownership. DM me on Instagram @thepageantgal wi...