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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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BUILDING YOUR BRAND IN PAGEANTRY

💻 Apply for the Mock Interview Panel (applications close Fri 6th Dec): ⁠⁠http://onlinepageantacademy.com⁠⁠ 📲 Follow Gracie for Branding Expertise 👉 Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/influentialistmktg⁠⁠ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 1:06 Mock Interview Panel Announcement 2:30 Gracie's Background in Branding 4:44 Entering Pageantry and Branding 7:55 Research and Preparation for Pageants 11:00 Niche vs Multifaceted Branding 15:05 Preparation for Pageant Interviews 18:45 Finding Unique Stories 21...

Dec 03, 202447 min

WHY INTERVIEWS ARE THE KEY TO WINNING PAGEANTS

Sign up now for our Mock Interview Session at onlinepageantacademy.com to Master Your Pageant Interview Skills and Boost Your Chances of Winning the Crown!" 👑✨ 🚨 Spots are strictly limited to SIX contestants —apply now! Applications close Friday, 6th December at 5pm EST. 💵 Cost for successful applicants: $97 USD (valued at $982). Our mock interview session will give you the real competition experience—face challenging questions under pressure, receive expert feedback from judges, and boost yo...

Dec 02, 202426 min

WELCOME TO RISE & REIGN

Join the "Rise & Reign" broadcast channel here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb4qG_rs-GiLv1e TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 3:20 Who is Adrian? 4:32 Who is Gracie? (influentialistmktg) 5:23 Who is Danielle? (crowned.mentality) 6:37 Why the three of us decided to work together 8:35 QUESTION 1 How do you get your mindset stage ready? 13:34 QUESTION 2 How can I develop a signature walk that stands out? 17:52 QUESTION 3 How do I grow on social media in 2025? 25:30 QUESTION 4 How do I deal w...

Nov 20, 202451 min

#288 KRYSTA HEATH INTERVIEW: MISS SUPRANATIONAL AUSTRALIA 2025

I decided if I was going to end my interview career, I might as well do it with a bang 💥 Was great to get to catch up with the new Miss Supranational Australia Krysta Heath for a special in person interview 👌 I first interviewed Krysta way back at the beginning of my pageant career, so this was a nice full circle moment! --- Follow Krysta: https://www.instagram.com/krysta.summa/ Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority: http://thepageantsorority.com/ Get full access to The ...

Nov 19, 202442 min

A NEW ERA IN PAGEANT COACHING

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepageantproject/ Join the 'Rise & Reign' broadcast channel: https://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb4qG_rs-GiLv1e Email: info@thepageantproject.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 A change in direction for myself and The Pageant Project 5:14 My coaching background 10:05 Partnering with Gracie Pfaff and Danielle Mullins 13:35 Should you work with us? 17:01 A cautionary story about testimonials 20:30 Who are we looking to work with? Get full access to The Page...

Nov 13, 202432 min

MY 8 YEARS IN PAGEANTRY

I'm often asked how I got started in pageantry, so I put together this video to explain it as well as to give more context as to not only how my pageant journey got started, but how it evolved. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 2:00 Before pageants 19:16 Why pageants? 24:00 Stage 1: Australia 32:00 Stage 2: UK 47:30 Trying new things 50:20 Stage 3: USA 54:57 Will I keep interviewing people? --- Be more than just a queen. Make an IMPACT. Join our sorority: http://thepageantsorority.com/ Get full acce...

Oct 31, 202459 min

#287 CHRISTINE ELECTRA WILLIAMSON INTERVIEW: MISS TENNESSEE/VOLUNTEER 2018 & AMERICA'S IDEAL MISS 2021

Christine Williamson was crowned Miss Tennessee in 2018, winning the Quality-of-Life Award, Preliminary Swimsuit Award, and Preliminary Talent Award. During her reign, she served as the Governor’s Official Spokesperson for Character Education, traveling over 90,000 miles and speaking to more than 73,000 students statewide. Her dedication to Tennessee earned her the title of the first-ever Miss Tennessee Volunteer, making her the inaugural titleholder in the Miss Volunteer America system. --- Fol...

Oct 24, 20241 hr 11 min

INTERVIEW REVIEW: MISS GEORGIA SOUTH USA 2025 SAVANNAH MILES

A look back at my interview with Miss Georgia South USA 2025 Savannah Miles through NotebookLM's eyes! -- 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/ Get full access to The Pageant Project at www.thepageantproject.com/subscr...

Oct 19, 20248 min

INTERVIEW REVIEW: MISS VOLUNTEER AMERICA 2025 BERKLEY BRYANT

This is an AI-generated discussion between two people summarising their thoughts and what they learnt from my interview with Miss Volunteer America 2025 Berkley Bryant. Let me know what you think in the comments! -- Berkley Bryant of South Carolina was crowned Miss Volunteer America 2025 on June 22nd. As the National Winner, she serves as a National Ambassador for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and a National Brand Ambassador for The Salvation Army. During the competition, she earned Prel...

Oct 17, 202410 min

#286 BERKLEY BRYANT INTERVIEW: MISS VOLUNTEER AMERICA 2025

Berkley Bryant of South Carolina was crowned Miss Volunteer America 2025 on June 22nd. As the National Winner, she serves as a National Ambassador for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and a National Brand Ambassador for The Salvation Army. During the competition, she earned Preliminary Fitness and Wellness and Talent Awards, winning over $50,000 in scholarships. In her first 3.5 months, she traveled 19,000 miles, visiting 15 states—from modeling for Sherri Hill to serving in Harlem soup kit...

Oct 16, 20241 hr 26 min

#285 BELINDÉ SCHREUDER INTERVIEW: MISS INTERNATIONAL SOUTH AFRICA 2024

Belindé Schreuder, a farm girl with 25 years of modeling experience, has won over 180 titles, including numerous national awards. She has represented South Africa internationally eight times. As the owner of B-Agency, she focuses on promoting self-confidence, personal development, and resilience in her students, helping them embrace their uniqueness. Additionally, Belindé is a makeup artist with a passion for speeches and writing. Currently, she holds the title of Miss International SA 2024 and ...

Oct 14, 20241 hr 21 min

#284 MISS UNI INTL/MISS UNIVERSE JERUSALEM

Mina Levitis is a successful pageant consultant specializing in interview preparation and leadership development for aspiring contestants. With a background in award-winning leadership, education, and pageantry, she uses her expertise to empower individuals through affordable and customized coaching, both online and in her premier NYC spaces. Recently crowned the first-ever Miss Uni International, Mina competed against over 20 nations in an online competition, showcasing her passion for inspirin...

Oct 08, 20241 hr 1 min

#283 OCEANA LING-KURIE INTERVIEW: MISS INTERNATIONAL TAIWAN 2024

Oceana Ling-Kurie (林小海), Miss International Taiwan 2024, was born and raised in the United States to a Caucasian father and Taiwanese mother. Her multiracial and multicultural background has played a significant role in shaping her identity. While she grew up as an average kid without a strong focus on academics, sports or the arts, her move to Taiwan at the age of nine transformed her path, where she discovered a passion for both academics and the arts. A graduate of the University of Toronto, ...

Oct 07, 20241 hr 48 min

PAGEANT INTERVIEW SECRETS: OUTSMART YOUR RIVALS WITH AI 🎤✨

Are you ready to crush the competition in your next pageant interview? Imagine having a powerful, affordable tool that lets you practice anywhere, prepares you with customized questions, and provides instant feedback—all while keeping you hands-free. Welcome to the future of pageant interview preparation! In this video, I’ll reveal how you can use ChatGPT’s new advanced voice functionality to become the interview champion everyone’s talking about. What You'll Learn: 💸 Affordable Practice: Forge...

Oct 07, 202419 min

#282 LIBBY SMITH INTERVIEW: MISS INTERCONTINENTAL SCOTLAND 2024

Libby Smith graduated from university in 2023 with a 2:1 Bachelor of Laws Degree and, in the same year, became a published children's author of two books. She now works at a well-established law firm in Liverpool, England, where she is pursuing her dream of becoming a family lawyer. Alongside her legal career, Libby runs her own sustainable rental business that caters to pageant participants, helping make pageantry more affordable for others. In her spare time, she works as a freelance model and...

Oct 05, 20241 hr 11 min

#281 GRACE GAVIGAN INTERVIEW: MISS EARTH WALES 2024

Grace Gavigan is a full-time student pursuing a law degree at Wales' top university, with aspirations of becoming an environmental lawyer. She has been a dedicated volunteer with the Wildlife Trust in the UK for over 10 years, driven by a passion for protecting the Earth from a young age. Crowned Miss Earth Wales in May, Grace has had a busy reign, even speaking with members of the Welsh Parliament about sustainable tourism. Her advocacy centers around the Pollinator Pathways Community Project, ...

Oct 04, 20241 hr 20 min

#279 HALEIGH HURST INTERVIEW: MISS VIRGINIA VOLUNTEER 2025

Haleigh Ryan Hurst is a published children’s book author, blogger, vlogger, and podcast host. Haleigh is a senior pursuing a pre-law triple major degree in Political Science and Public Relations with Honors at the University of Oklahoma and Science of Law and Policy at Liberty University. After college, Haleigh plans to pursue a Juris Doctorate in Mergers and Acquisitions Law from the University of Texas at Austin. She currently works at a Political Campaigns Advocacy Group called Team Thrive in...

Oct 03, 20241 hr 9 min

#278 BEA MILLAN-WINDORSKI INTERVIEW: MISS EARTH USA 2024

Bea Millan-Windorski, 22, is a musician and dancer pursuing an honors degree in International Relations and History at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She aims to earn a Ph.D. in Southeast Asian Studies and International Public Affairs. Recognized with the Filipino-American Youth Political Leadership Award by the Philippine Embassy and multiple Foreign Language Area Studies Awards, Bea is also this year’s United States representative for Miss Earth. In her role, she plans to continue financ...

Oct 02, 20241 hr 24 min

#277 HANNAH KATHLEEN HAWKSHAW INTERVIEW: MISS INTERNATIONAL IRELAND 2024

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 project that sparked her journey into the world of branding and communication. As her career blossomed, s...

Oct 01, 20241 hr 25 min

#276 SELINA MCCLOSKEY INTERVIEW: MISS INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA 2024

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 volunteering for organizations like Dress for Success, which helps women enter the workforce by providing ...

Oct 01, 20241 hr 1 min

#275 ANGELA ROWSON INTERVIEW: MISS EARTH NEW ZEALAND 2024

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 this mission, promoting education, community engagement and individual responsibility to protect our enviro...

Sep 27, 20241 hr 4 min

PAGEANT INTERVIEW: YOU'RE DOING IT WRONG (probably)

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://thepageantsorority.com/ Get full access to The Pageant Project at www.thepageantproject.com/subscribe...

Sep 25, 202438 min

#274 NICOLE PAPADIMAS INTERVIEW: MISS AUSTRALIA PAGEANTS FINALIST 2024

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 Merchandising for grocery retailers. Nicole’s passions include pageantry, modeling and content creation. Her Mi...

Sep 24, 20241 hr 3 min

#273 CHRISTINA LAZAROS INTERVIEW: MISS INTERNATIONAL NETHERLANDS 2024

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 licenses, including Miss International, Miss Universe, Miss Earth, Miss Teen International, Miss Global,...

Sep 22, 20241 hr 18 min

#272 Cat Jane Shepherd interview: Miss Australia Pageants Finalist 2024

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 various exhibitions across the country. An advocate for youth in sport and art, Cat is dedicated to su...

Sep 20, 20241 hr 3 min

#271 Savannah Miles interview: Miss Georgia South USA 2025

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/ Get full access to The Pageant Project at www.thepageantproject.com/subscribe...

Sep 18, 202453 min

#270 Faith Torres interview: Miss Grand Gibraltar 2024

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/ Get full access to The Pageant Project at www.thepageantproject.com/subscribe...

Sep 16, 20241 hr 33 min

#269 Mia Danielle Williams interview: Miss Intercontinental Wales 2024

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 overlooked. In addition to her pageant work, she is the founder of "Mental Health with Mia," an online ca...

Sep 10, 20241 hr 6 min

The Power of Empathy: A Man's Journey Coaching Women

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 Gender Stereotypes ---------------------------------------------------------------- Let's be friend...

Mar 26, 202423 min

#268 Gracie & Clover Pfaff: Miss & Teen Miss Tennessee Earth

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 combine Gracie’s passion for giving back and glamour, and now she uses her platform to encourage peopl...

Oct 15, 20231 hr 21 min
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