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
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...
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 Squar...
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 offer...
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 brand, ...
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 growth, empowerment,...
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 conversatio...
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.
The c...
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 c...
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...
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...
In this episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Teona Kbilashvili, the reigning Miss Grand Central New York, to discuss her inspiring journey from Georgia to New York and her experiences in the pageantry world. Teona opens up about the challenges she faced, the importance of body positivity, and her passion for modeling. She also talks about the supportive community within Miss Grand USA and why it’s so crucial t...
Join host Lisa Opie in this inspiring episode of Miss Represented as she sits down with Caylie Simmons, Miss West Virginia USA. Caylie opens up about her journey through pageantry, her experience at Miss USA and the community initiatives that fuel her passion. In this episode, Caylie shares how she maintains mental health, prioritizes self-care and stays grounded amidst the pressures of competition. She also talks about her adventu...
Don’t miss this powerful episode of Miss Represented as Amanda Mawer, Mrs England 2025, opens up about her transformative journey from a quiet individual to a confident pageant contestant. In this episode, Amanda shares her experiences with overcoming trauma, the importance of empowerment, and her advocacy work against abuse and sex trafficking. She talks about the significance of sisterhood in pageantry, breaking stereotypes and h...
Don’t miss this empowering episode of Miss Represented, where host Lisa Opie sits down with Dr. Angel Bhathal, Miss Swimsuit USA International, to discuss her transformative journey through pageantry. Angel shares her experiences in the pageant world, the importance of personality and breaking stereotypes, and her advocacy work in healthcare and with Plan International. The conversation also dives into the significance of living li...
In this inspiring episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie sits down with Alysa Bainbridge, Miss Delaware USA 2024, as she shares her transformative journey from pageant contestant to mental health advocate and TV host. Alysa discusses her experiences at Miss America and Miss USA, the challenges of transitioning from a teen to an adult competitor, and the importance of mental health awareness in the pageant community. She also o...
Listen to the Miss Represented podcast, hosted by Lisa Opie, as she interviews Kaysha Florvil, Miss Miami Beach, on her journey from childhood leadership to competing for Miss Florida. In this episode, Kaysha opens up about overcoming adversity, building inner confidence, and her mission to destigmatize pageantry. Tune in for empowering conversations on women's empowerment, confidence, and mentorship.Production by The Code Crea...
In this episode of Miss Represented, host Lisa Opie interviews Celia Anzalone Bowers, Mrs. Italy World and author of 'You Are A Queen, Transform Your Pain Into Power.' Celia shares her inspiring journey from overcoming trauma and addiction to finding empowerment through pageantry and writing. She discusses the importance of using one's voice, the healing power of storytelling, and her aspirations to help other wome...
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