The most important Miss America Winner
Jun 20, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 15
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Episode description
In this weeks episode, Tess covers both Vanessa Williams, the first Black woman to win Miss America, and the history of the pageant throughout the years since it originated in 1921. She explores the sexist and racist nature of the organization and how Vanessa was forced to resign due to leaked unauthorized nude photos released by Penthouse Magazine.
TW: This episode contains a story about child molestation
Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo
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