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Confessions of a Pageant King

I help pageant queens win in pageantry AND in life.www.thepageantproject.com
Pageant coaching and a healthy dose of pageant tea with Adrian Kwan, Founder of The Pageant Project. Over the last decade, Adrian has interviewed over 300 pageant contestants from around the world and coached titleholders from every major pageant system including: Miss Universe, Miss USA, Miss America, and more. He is a qualified Tony Robbins life-coach, serial entrepreneur, and an Amazon Best-Selling Author. Adrian is currently based in Sydney, Australia. Authorization code: 196390

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#267 Darcey Corria: Miss Wales 2022

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 promoting unity between ethnicities. Follow Darcey: ⬇️⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/darceycorria/ https://www.ti...

Oct 06, 20231 hr 16 min

#266 Danielle Mullins: Miss Earth USA

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 for our Mother Earth and her animals through food choices. Danielle serves as a spokesperson for B4...

Sep 27, 20231 hr 25 min

#265 Presly Pedigo: USA National Miss 2023

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 Rocky Top. This marked her third attempt vying for this title. In her free time, Presly is passionate a...

Aug 20, 202354 min

#264 Jessica Page: Miss Universe Great Britain 2023

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 in business became evident to her. Rather than succumb to the void, Jess chose to fill it, becoming the ...

Aug 20, 20231 hr 18 min

#263 Alivia Croal: Miss Grand Canada Finalist

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 of the Ace Foundation. This non-profit supports women in first response fields by providing scholarsh...

Aug 08, 20231 hr 3 min

#262 Kristiyana Yordanova: Miss World Bulgaria 2022

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 just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority:⠀ ⬇️⬇️⬇️ http://thepageantsorority.com/ (Editor's n...

Aug 07, 20231 hr 13 min

Birthday 2023: ADHD, pageant interviews and a pageant survival guide

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. Join our sorority:⠀ ⬇️⬇️⬇️ http://thepageantsorority.com/ Get full access to The Pageant Project at www....

Jul 26, 202327 min

#261 Liza Gundowry: Miss World Mauritius 2022/23

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 College London and El Colegio de México. She has an academic background in international relations and con...

Jul 24, 20231 hr 21 min

#260 Francie Millan: Miss Grand Texas 2023

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 moments with her family. As a first-generation American of Uruguayan descent, she holds the unique distinction o...

Jul 23, 20231 hr 6 min

#259 Britney Lane: Miss New Hampshire USA

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 experiences through storytelling. Outside of work, Britney is passionate about survivor led policy change. ...

Jul 21, 20231 hr 15 min

#258 Jessica Lane: Miss World Australia National Finalist

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 actively raises awareness on social media for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disability th...

Jul 14, 20231 hr 19 min

#257 Paitin Powell: Miss Grand Australia National Finalist

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 imparting knowledge and skills to the younger generation in North Queensland through her modelling and deportment...

Jul 09, 20231 hr

Losing a pageant SUCKS | Pageant coach tips and tricks

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 can do to get back on your feet a little faster? Is there a point to all the soul-searching that comes after a crush...

Jul 07, 202325 min

#256 Tahlia Edmonds: Miss Grand Australia National Finalist

Tahlia Edmonds is an 18-year-old gymnast, dancer, landscaper and inspiring advocate hailing from Country Victoria. Raised on a farm, Tahlia cherishes the simplicity and hard work of rural life. She wakes up early each day to milk goats and work on her farm, embodying the spirit of a true country girl. From a young age, Tahlia was drawn to the joy of movement and expression, dreaming of becoming a ballerina or a gymnast. Despite the hardships she faced in the aftermath of the Black Saturday Bushf...

Jul 03, 20231 hr 19 min

#255 Melani Murdjevska: Miss World Australia National Finalist

Melani Murdjevska is a Miss World Australia National Finalist who calls the beautiful state of Victoria her home. She exemplifies the cherished values of ‘Beauty With a Purpose’ in the founding of her own humanitarian project called ‘The Month Of Giving’, providing opportunities for the general public to get involved in community work and exercise their own humanitarian responsibilities by hosting monthly fundraisers for an Australian non-profit organisation, Variety The Children’s Charity. As a...

Jul 02, 20231 hr 11 min

YOUR pageant wishlist | Pageant coach reacts

Reality pageant TV, free entry, transparent judging - you guys had some interesting suggestions for changes you'd like to see made in the pageant industry. Some were pretty run-of-the-mill, others were a bit more radical, but here's my honest thoughts on all of them. Is there a change you'd like to see that I didn't cover? Let me know in the comments below! --- Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority: ⬇️⬇️⬇️ http://thepageantsorority.com/ Get full access to The Pageant Proje...

Jul 01, 202355 min

#254 Cheraleigh Van Zanten: Miss Universe Great Britain Finalist

Cheraleigh Van Zanten was born in Johannesburg but has spent the last 21 years in England. She is the proud mother of a vibrant 5-year-old boy named Abel. In addition to being a devoted parent, Cheraleigh is also a successful businesswoman, owning a skin clinic known as @theskinlabnorwich. Her compassion extends beyond her family and business. Every week, she volunteers for a local charity to help the community gain access to affordable food. Over her adult years, she has managed to raise over £...

Jun 28, 20231 hr 32 min

#253 Jaylynn Cruz: Miss Grand Gibraltar

Heyy! I’m Jaylynn Cruz, 26 years old and I’m a special educational needs and disability teacher (SEND) currently specialising in Positive Behaviour Support ❤️📚 I do what I love every day - teach children with disabilities. I’ve been fortunate enough to have taught English as an additional language in Thailand and undertaken internships that focus on the disability world in Washington DC! I love food, music and the performing arts. I’ve danced all my life and have passed many Royal Academy of Da...

Jun 25, 20231 hr 29 min

Should Miss Scotland be STRIPPED of her title? | Lucy Sophia Thomson

Allegations have surfaced that Miss Scotland Lucy Sophia Thomson bit a security officer and used a racial slur while intoxicated at a rugby event last Saturday. While we uphold the principle of "innocent until proven guilty," this episode provides my commentary and recommendations on how the pageant industry should handle scandals or contentious issues such as these in the future. Articles Referenced: Daily Mail Article on the Incident: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12215459/Moment-Mi...

Jun 23, 202326 min

#252 Alecia McCallum: Miss Grand Australia National Finalist

I am a 27 year old kindergarten teacher. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to educate, inspire and positively impact so many beautiful children. One of my favourite things to do is to spend time in nature going on a walk or a hike and, when that is not possible, I love watching David Attenborough documentaries. I have been dancing since the age of 5 and have always had a passion for being on stage and performing. This passion led me to competing in my first pageant at the age of 16 and I ...

Jun 23, 20231 hr 17 min

#251 Maelia Salcines: Miss Grand Paraguay

Maelia Salcines is 28 years old and resides in Houston, Texas. She is a professional makeup artist (@maesglam), children’s book author of @youcandoitbooks and co-founder of non-profit @mentalmonarchs. She recently won the title of Miss Grand Paraguay where she represented the Community of Paraguay in the USA. She will be competing at Miss Grand International 2023 this October in Vietnam. Follow Maelia: ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.instagram.com/maeliasalcines/ ---⠀ ⠀ Be more than just a queen. Make an IMP...

Jun 15, 20231 hr 6 min

#250 Nikki Wilson: Miss Grand Australia National Finalist

Nikki is a Miss Grand Australia National Finalist for the second time, having achieved a top 10 finish last year. Passionate about encouraging others to work towards a world that focuses on the collective good rather than individual gain, Nikki is dedicated to shifting mindsets from "What can I do for me?" to "What can I do for others?" She embodies this principle through her activism, which includes interning with World Vision in rural communities in India and always being willing to lend a hel...

Jun 13, 202350 min

#249 Chloe Lake: Miss Universe GB Finalist

With a first-class honours degree in Law, a master’s in Legal Practice pending, and a training contract with one of the most reputable law firms in the East Midlands, I will soon achieve my goal of becoming a qualified solicitor. I believe in making an impact: using my gifts to help others. I dedicate much of my spare time to helping young people take the first steps in their careers through mentorship and creating media content. I am also an ambassador for Ladies of Law, a voluntary organisatio...

Jun 09, 202349 min

#248 Selina McCloskey: Miss Grand Australia National Finalist

Selina Joy McCloskey, a 22-year-old from Newcastle, NSW, embodies a spirit of radiating joy and resilience. Her unique early education experience, attending a preschool for the deaf and blind as an abled person, cultivated an appreciation for life's opportunities and inspired a dedication to giving back. To date, Selina's volunteer work with numerous charities has contributed to raising over $500,000. Currently pursuing a dual degree in Business and Innovation & Entrepreneurship at the Unive...

Jun 08, 20231 hr 13 min

#247 Katelan Pittick: Miss World Australia National Finalist

I am Katelan Pittick, a current Miss World Australia National Finalist who is incredibly honoured to represent my beautiful state of Victoria in the upcoming National Finals. While I am passionate about pageantry, my true love lies with the ocean and its incredible marine life. I have been fortunate enough to scuba dive and snorkel with a variety of species, including reef sharks, manta rays, and turtles, thanks to my mother who introduced me to the beauty of the ocean at a young age during a di...

Jun 01, 20231 hr 1 min

#246 Mikaela Fowler: Miss Grand Australia National Finalist

Mikaela Fowler is a 28 year old Disability Support Worker from Victoria and is excited to be representing her state at the 2023 national final of Miss Grand Australia in July. Throughout her personal journey of self discovery, her ADHD diagnosis and her experience working as a Disability support care worker, Mikaela has gained insight into a world that lacks understanding for those who are different. Mikaela hopes to use Miss Grand Australia as a platform to help reduce the stigma around disabil...

May 29, 202357 min

#245 Faith Torres: Miss Gibraltar 2022

¡Hola, que pasa! I’m Faith Torres, a 22 year-old biomedical scientist with a passion for helping others 🤍 I am a biomedical science graduate working in molecular science at the Gibraltar Health Authority. I also love music. I have been playing the piano for years and was awarded the grade 8 ABRSM (The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) in music theory at age eighteen. Let’s get everyone educated on little Gibraltar!⛰🐵 Follow me for updates on my Miss World Gibraltar journey 🌍 ⬇️⬇...

May 29, 20231 hr 28 min

#244 Jasmine Signorino: Miss Central Irvine USA

Jasmine Signorino is a 20 year-old student with a passion for being in front of the camera. She aspires to be a film and TV actor and model. She grew up in the pageant world as her mom competed before her, watching Miss Universe every year. She has been competing for the past 10 years, most recently at Miss California Teen USA placing in the Top 5 twice. This year she will be competing for Miss California USA after aging out of teen. Through pageants Jasmine found her confidence and drive as wel...

May 17, 202349 min

#243 Georgie Holland: Miss Universe Great Britain Finalist

Georgie Holland is a 28-year-old food critic based in London. With a deep fascination for different cultures and their cuisines, Georgie began her journey in the food industry by reviewing and blogging about various eateries. She now travels across Great Britain to review restaurants, sharing her culinary experiences with her audience. In addition to her food critic endeavors, Georgie is dedicated to giving back to her community. She actively supports soup kitchens in South East London, helping ...

May 17, 20231 hr 11 min

#242 Mackynlie Conklin: Miss Fasken Ranch USA

Born and raised in West Texas, Mackynlie Conklin's childhood was filled with sports and school. She never thought she would become a pageant girl or a model, but her ambition carried her further than the Midland county line. Mackynlie is a recent graduate from Howard Payne University with a degree in Strategic Communication and an emphasis in Business Marketing. Currently, she works as a social media manager for a Houston media agency and is also working to start her own digital media agency in ...

May 14, 20231 hr 9 min
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