The Pageant Buzz

They’re baaaaack from Vegas that is! It was Mrs. America week we talk Miss for America Strong, swim shoes, and why Kristen wasn’t allowed to get in a suitcase.

Will the actual president of Miss USA please stand up? We are diving into the breaking news that disrupted pageant land; when an announcement that Thom Brodeur was the new president of Miss USA signing a 10 year deal only to be followed by a statement from Layla’s Rose saying she’s still in charge. Where is the statement from Miss Universe organization? ….Plus, more coming out of the North Carolina USA pageant, who is the rightful winner?!

After an unplanned summer hiatus Rebekah and Kristen are back, kicking off America week and doing a Miss USA recap.

Kristen and Rebekah have an extra long episode recapping competing at one of the fastest growing pageant systems in the country. Hear the pageant schedule, experience as a competitor, and of course some sidebar tips from our resident Kris Jenner on wardrobe!

Kristen has arrived in San Antonio! Kristen and Rebekah talk packing the upcoming events!

Tara Allmendinger USOAs Mrs. North Carolina joins the show to talk with Kristen USOA’s Mrs.Ohio and pageant coach Rebekah for a pageant prep chat and a couple practice interview questions neither Kristen or Tara have ever heard!

Ashley Starling is back and she’s got her director hat on! She gives a peak behind the curtain on what directing a pageant is actually like.

Ashley Rutherford Starling, attorney at law explains in depth NDAs in pageantry and offers her perspective on pageant contracts from her perspective as a former pageant contestant, titleholder and director. @ashleystarling_pageantcoach

This episode was recorded before the resignation of Miss Teen USA. Today we discuss the resignation of Miss USA, the trends that come and go in pageantry a swimsuit update and how they absolutely can double as a bodysuit.

You’re getting closer to the finish line! What are you doing in the last 60 days? Also some favorite products that have made an impact on Kristen and Rebekah this month.

A very sore loser/reality star making a public video statement about Miss. Connecticut USA, Miss USA has lost her social media privileges and Kristen is drowning in swimsuits.

Rebekah talks about her dreams when she’s competing and Kristen helps try to reassure her that her dreams are her subconscious trying to protect her.

Laura Santoyo of Date Nite Beaute recaps her road to success as a beauty brand, her expansion to blinged out accessories and of course her favorite product recommendations. She even gave us some insight on her creative process and a hint of her newest upcoming product! @datenightbeaute datenitebeaute.com

We are finally back after a 2 week hiatus! Pageant prep is in full swing for today’s special Saturday update!

Forever Mrs. America, Brooklyn Rivera of 1720 coaching stops by for a dual mock interview with our resident Kris Jenner (Rebekah Wheeler). Rebekah and Brooklyn answer your mock interview submitted questions as well as client pet peeves, coaching tips, and more!

Author of The Confidence Bible Kimmi Jayne and host of The Boss Chick Club podcast joins The Pageant Buzz to give a lesson on personal branding in pageantry as well as her own journey as a Ms. Galaxy AUS national finalist. Kimmi’s top book recommendations include Why has nobody told me this before by Dr. Julie Smith Atomic Habits by James Clear How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson https://www.thebosschickclub.com/category/all-products The Confidence Bible by Kimmi Jayne

The ultimate powerhouse of feminine strength and self-defense expertise! Founder and CEO of Defense in Heels, a mother of two, public speaker, former Mrs. Nevada pageant winner, model, and advocate for women, Patti has dedicated her life to empowering women to be strong, confident, and safe. With over 20 years of experience in self-defense, Patti is an internationally certified self-defense instructor who has trained thousands of women worldwide. Her passion for women's safety has taken her around the globe, where she has taught self-defense techniques to women of all ages and backgrounds. But Patti's expertise doesn't stop there! She has also worked as a bodyguard for celebrities, where she honed her skills in risk assessment, threat management, and personal protection. Despite her impressive resume, Patti is a feminine woman with a fun and lighthearted personality. Her ability to infuse humor and relatability into her teachings makes her a sought-after speaker and instructor. Her ultimate goal is to help women live life on their own terms and feel empowered to take control of their safety. Whether you want to learn self-defense techniques or feel more confident and empowered, Patti is the go-to expert for women's safety. So, join Patti in making the world safer for women, one woman at a time!

Regina Stock our reigning Mrs. America stops by The Pageant Buzz to talk about her journey to Mrs. Texas America, Mrs. America, and ultimately competing at Mrs. World. None of which went according to her plan but somehow went perfectly in sequence to what was supposed to happen. Listen to her beautiful story of resilience and optimism.

They say little things add up, and that couldn’t ring more true in pageant prep! Some of the key “little things” to pay attention to during your prep.

Mrs. World Dr. Julia Schnelle joins The Pageant Buzz! We discuss all this pageantry, her secret to winning her first pageant, who created her interview look and more! Follow along @mrsworldpageant @_juliacarolin_ @idckeylargo @pageantbuzzpod