FROM MILITARY LEADER TO MISS USA INTERNATIONAL
Lisa Tauai’s Unbelievable Transition Story | HeroFront Podcast
What happens when a 20-year Air Force commander trades her uniform for a crown? In this epic episode, we sit down with Lisa Tauai — a retired Lt. Colonel, nationally recognized dietitian, and current Miss USA International 2025 — to explore what it really takes to reinvent your life after military service.
Whether you’re navigating transition, battling imposter syndrome, or dreaming bigger than your circumstances, Lisa’s story is your roadmap to rising strong.
00:00 – Intro Trailer
04:50 – Lisa’s Joyful Energy and “Flow” Mentality
05:31 – Fish-Forward Nutrition and Sustainable Wellness
06:49 – True Crime TV and America’s Most Wanted Story
09:39 – Instagram Growth and Meta Verification Secrets
14:50 – Pageant Queen Origins: First Time on Stage
18:44 – Air Force to Runway: How She Did It
22:54 – Squadron Commander Lessons on Leadership
29:50 – Veteran Depression and Finding Post-Service Identity
34:35 – Launching “Vegas Saints” and Creating Legacy Content
39:52 – Why Veterans Need to Prioritize Health Now
46:15 – Purpose and Longevity: What Blue Zones Teach Us
52:13 – Lisa’s NICU Trauma and Motherhood Resilience
1:04:09 – Parenting, Perspective, and Post-Military Healing
1:16:04 – Where Lisa’s Going Next (Cosmetology and Coaching)
1:21:04 – Military vs Civilian Mindset: Owning Your Voice
1:24:04 – Final Message: “You’re Not Too Late — Start Now”
GUEST: LISA TAUAI
Miss USA International 2025
Registered Dietitian, Veteran, Speaker
Instagram: @lisatauai
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