Miss Represented
🎧 Hey there, Queens! Welcome to Miss Represented Podcast! 💃✨ Hang out with your host, Lisa Opie, as she spills the tea on life with empowered guests from beauty queens to badass influencers and entrepreneurs. 🌟 Get ready for real talk, epic stories, and killer advice on how to slay in every aspect of your life. From pageants to social media, they've got the inside scoop! Ready to join the ride? Hit that subscribe button now and let's take on the world, one fabulous episode at a time! 🚀👑
Episodes
From a life-changing cancer diagnosis to building a business and using her story to advocate for others, Elizabeth Tran shares how adversity reshaped her perspective on health, success and what truly matters. In this deeply personal conversation, Elizabeth opens up about her ovarian cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery, the importance of advocating for your health and the mental and emotional practices that helped her through s...
From the pageant stage to reality TV, Miss Cosmo USA 2025 Zoe McGrady returns to Miss Represented to share what she’s learned about competition, relationships, self-discovery and knowing your worth. In this candid conversation, Zoe opens up about nearly walking away from pageantry before taking a chance on Miss Cosmo USA, how being first runner-up shaped her perspective on winning and why she believes the value of pageantry g...
From serving in the U.S. Navy to earning the title of Miss Grand USA 2026, Victoria Oluwakotanmi shares the discipline, strategy, and determination behind her journey to the crown. In this inspiring conversation, Victoria opens up about her transition into pageantry, the preparation required to compete at the highest level, and the four B’s she believes are essential to success: body, business, brains, and beauty. We also div...
From homelessness to the pageant stage, model and advocate Me-Kayla "Kay" Brittany shares the deeply personal story behind her rise in pageantry, her passion for inclusion, and the values that continue to shape her life. In this powerful conversation, Kay opens up about overcoming bullying, navigating racism, building confidence, and turning pain into purpose.We also dive into her journey as a model, her Target and Walmart campaign...
Miss Grand Japan Erika Ishibashi joins host Lisa Opie to share everything that happened after winning her national title, from placing Top 20 at Miss Grand International and winning the Grand Talent Award to New York Fashion Week, viral performances, and what's next. She opens up about competing twice, overcoming pressure, unforgettable moments on the international stage, and gives advice to this year's contestants.
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Get to know your reigning Miss Grand Colorado 2026, Julia Johnston in this episode of the Miss Represented Podcast. Whether you're involved in pageantry, advocacy, or simply looking for motivation to keep moving forward, this episode is filled with valuable insights on mental health, fitness, and learning more about your Miss Grand Colorao.Production: The Code CreativesWardrobe: PinkApple DressesHost: Lisa OpieGuest: Julia Johnston
Get to know your reigning Miss Grand California 2026, Keshia Lee in this episode of the Miss Represented Podcast. Whether you're involved in pageantry, advocacy, or simply looking for motivation to keep moving forward, this episode is filled with valuable insights on pageant prep, fitness, and learning more about Miss Grand California.
Production: The Code Creatives
Wardrobe: PinkApple Dresses
Hair & Makeup: Beauty By LadyCode
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Join host Lisa Opie on this episode of Miss Represented as she sits down with Sam Sarelli, Miss Globe USA and passionate advocate against human trafficking.Sam shares her journey from pageantry to purpose-driven advocacy, opening up about the lessons she's learned through resilience, perseverance, and personal growth. From navigating wins and losses in competition to using her platform to raise awareness about human trafficking, Sa...
Most people think you need to be super glamorous or from a big city to make it in modeling. Natalie Kasten’s story shatters that myth. A Missouri native with humble beginnings, she was told "no" early and faced judgment for taking a non-traditional path. But instead of shrinking back, she used those doubts as fuel, transforming herself into an international beauty icon—walking in New York Fashion Week, gracing Times Squ...
Join us on this episode of Miss Represented as we sit down with Maryah Samuel to explore her journey through the world of pageantry for Miss Grand Virginia to the national stage.
Maryah shares how pageantry has shaped her confidence, discipline, and sense of purpose, while opening doors to powerful networking opportunities and personal growth. From training in the Philippines to navigating the pressures of competition, she offers an...
In this episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Sydney Shrewsbury, Miss Indiana USA, to discuss her journey from a cheerleading fundraiser pageant to the Miss Indiana USA stage. Sydney shares how she balances pageantry with a full-time career in tech sales, and the importance of authenticity and personal growth throughout her journey.
She also discusses her aspirations to launch a women’s workwear clothing b...
In this episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Ta’ya Imaage Hazelwood, Miss Earth USA Fire 2025, educator, model, and second runner-up of LadyCode’s palette pitch challenge in collaboration with Miss Earth USA and Pretty Down to Earth on QBN. Ta’ya shares her journey in pageantry, growing up in Milwaukee, and her experiences as a finalist for Miss Earth USA.
The conversation explores personal gr...
In this episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Kiara Landon, Miss Earth USA Eco 2025, environmental advocate, registered nurse, and first runner-up of LadyCode’s palette pitch challenge in collaboration with Miss Earth USA and Pretty Down to Earth on QBN. Kiara shares her journey as a pageant finalist, her passion for sustainable beauty, and her commitment to mental health advocacy for caregivers.
The conve...
In this episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Madison Nero, Miss Earth USA Water 2025, national finalist for Miss Earth USA, and winner of LadyCode’s palette pitch in collaboration with Miss Earth USA and Pretty Down to Earth on QBN. Madison shares her journey of personal transformation through makeup, her advocacy for environmentalism, and her experiences filming the reality show Pretty Down to Earth.
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In this episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Haley Poe, Miss Earth USA 2025, to discuss her inspiring journey from a biology graduate to a passionate advocate for environmental wellness. Haley shares her experiences competing in Miss Earth USA, balancing pageantry with her medical aspirations and her mission to combat microplastic pollution.
Haley emphasizes the importance of women in science, environmental adv...
In this inspiring episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Christine Juliane "CJ" Opiaza, Miss Grand International 2024 and advocate for mental well-being, to explore her journey through the world of pageantry and the transformative power of self-care. CJ shares how she found peace, prioritized her mental health and learned the importance of filling her own cup before pouring into others.
This heartfelt conversatio...
Join us for an exclusive first interview with Ivana Garcia, the newly crowned Miss Grand USA, as she shares her journey from the pageant stage to the world of entrepreneurship. In this episode, we explore how Ivana plans to leverage her title to make a mark in the business world, highlighting the unique opportunities and challenges at the intersection of beauty and entrepreneurship. Discover Ivana's vision for her reign and how she...
In this uplifting episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie chats with Erica Ly, Miss Mission USA, about her inspiring journey from a small-town girl in Iowa to a confident pageant queen dedicated to combating food insecurity. Erica shares the mission behind Miss Mission USA, her passion for art, and her impactful community service initiative, 'Nourishing Our Neighbors.' She reflects on her pageant experiences, personal growth, a...
Join host Lisa Opie in this episode of Miss Represented as she sits down with Helena O'Connor, Miss Universe Iceland, to discuss her inspiring journey through pageantry and her preparations for the prestigious Miss Universe competition. Helena opens up about growing up in Iceland, the importance of mental health, and her passion for inspiring young women to pursue their dreams. In this episode, she shares insights into her experien...
In this engaging conversation, Victoria Ng, Miss Grand Michigan 2025, shares her journey through pageantry, her advocacy for Asian women's representation, and her career as a senior software engineer. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of competing in pageants, the importance of community empowerment, and her innovative business ideas aimed at preserving cultural stories. Victoria also addresses the complexities of being a w...
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