Cynthia Willhite Dugger is known as "Sassy Glamma" with nearly 40,000 IG followers, she helps mature women be their best on and off stage as the official makeup artist for Ms. Senior America Pageants. As a senior contestant herself and a profe

231. From Passion to Purpose with Raliene Banks

Jan 24th, 2024 19m 18s

In this episode of the Win A Pageant Podcast, Alycia interviews Raliene Banks, a client of the Win a Pageant Academy and a successful pageant contestant! Raliene served 15 years in the US Air Force as a pilot and started competing in pageants i

230. Creating Your NonProfit with Miss TX Petite USA Meg Brown

Jan 17th, 2024 15m 45s

In this episode of the Win A Pageant Podcast, Alycia Darby sits down with Meg Brown, Miss Texas Petite USA, and a former Win A Pageant Academy Student, to discuss how to start a successful non-profit organization! Meg is a family Nurse Practiti

The Best of Pageant Tips

Mar 22nd, 2023 16m 52s

You’ve reached the mecca of pageant tips! This video showcases the best moments from Alycia Darby's pageant tips videos. From what NOT to do, to protecting your reputation, these clips are packed with valuable advice and inspiration. Whether yo

The Best Of Pageant Expert Interviews

Mar 8th, 2023 25m

The best of pageant expert interviews have arrived! This video showcases the best moments from our pageant expert interview videos. From nailing your pageant walk to embracing a winner’s mindset,, these clips are packed with valuable advice and

The Best of Pageant Judges

Feb 22nd, 2023 16m 41s

Wondering what pageant judges are looking for in a pageant winner? This video showcases the best moments from our pageant judges videos. From tips on what judges are actually looking for to my top tips for asking for pageant judge feedback, the

The Best Of Pageant Interview Questions and Answers

Feb 8th, 2023 15m 27s

Get ready to step up your pageant game! This video showcases the best moments from our pageant interview question and answer videos. From tips on answering tough questions to my top tips for pageant interview, these clips are packed with valuab

Pageant Winner Ellon Chase on The Power of Progress

Jan 25th, 2023 42m 41s

In this episode, we sit down with the recent winner of the Mrs. Idaho American pageant, Ellon Chase. She shares her journey through the Win A Pageant Academy, the challenges she faced, and her amazing Legacy Project. She also gives advice to as

5 Tips for a Stand Out Ad Page with Sherri Owens of Sassy Ink Designs

Jan 18th, 2023 30m 45s

In this video, we discuss the importance of branding for pageant ad pages. From creating a strong personal brand to leveraging social media, we share tips and strategies for standing out in the pageantry competition. Whether you're a seasoned p

Finding the Right Pageant Coach Fit

Jan 11th, 2023 17m 13s

Let’s talk about finding the perfect pageant coach and how to actually find your next pageant coach! If you're new to the pageant world, or just looking to up your game, a pageant coach can be a valuable resource. In this video, we'll go over m

Do I Need a Pageant Coach?

Jan 4th, 2023 18m 29s

Do I NEED a pageant coach to help me with my pageant prep? This is a question I hear often from my pageant coaching clients. In this episode, I am walking you through an exercise to help you determine if you should work with a pageant coach for

Pageant Coaches…What Do They Do?

Dec 28th, 2022 25m 7s

What does a pageant coach actually do? I am so happy you asked! I have been a pageant coach for decades and in this episode, we're going to unpack the different elements of pageant coaching. I am going to explain the elements that go into pagea

Creating a Vision Board for 2023

Dec 21st, 2022 21m 42s

2023 is right around the corner! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?! That means it’s time to start creating your vision board and planning for 2023. What do you want to accomplish in 2023? Do you want to win your first pageant? Maybe you want to really dive f

Pageant Interview Introduction to be Memorable for the Judges

Dec 14th, 2022 9m 15s

Your pageant introduction interview needs leave the judges with something to remember you by. This is one of the most important pageant interviews during your beauty pageant journey! In this episode I am sharing the three most important things

Pageant Speech to be Memorable for the Judges

Dec 7th, 2022 11m 6s

Pageant speeches to be memorable for the judges can be a stressful thing to think about! In this episode I’m giving you the 3 things you need to include in your pageant speech to make sure the pageant judges will remember you. I’ll also share 3

Pageant Speech to Advocate for Your Cause

Nov 30th, 2022 6m 31s

Pageant speeches to advocate for YOUR cause can sometimes feel overwhelming. In this episode I’m giving you 5 things you NEED to do within your pageant speech when you are advocating for your cause. I’ll also tell you the 1 overarching thing yo

Pageant Introduction Outline for On Stage

Nov 23rd, 2022 13m 42s

Your pageant introduction is SO important when you are working toward winning a pageant! In this episode, I am giving you my 5 step formula to craft your perfect pageant introduction interview. Get ready because using this formula for your next

Social Media Strategy to Land Pageant Sponsors in 2023

Nov 16th, 2022 22m 51s

If you are trying to find pageant sponsors for 2023 and beyond, this episode is a MUST listen! I am giving you my proven social media strategy that you can start implementing TODAY to help you land sponsors easily using Instagram and Facebook.

Instagram Story Highlights For Pageant Women

Nov 9th, 2022 4m 8s

Instagram Story Highlights are key to a first impression when someone, especially pageant judges, visit your Instagram profile. If you are needing Instagram Story ideas for your Instagram highlights, then this episode is for you! I am going ove

Social Media Strategy for Pageant Women

Nov 2nd, 2022 12m 3s

Having a social media strategy as a pageant woman is crucial to gain the know, like and trust factor. Whether you favor Instagram or Facebook, judges will visit your social media account, and when they do you want to make sure that what they ar

Pageant Prep | Nail Your On Stage Answer Deborah Missy Scott, Ms Petite USA

Oct 26th, 2022 35m 19s

You’re looking for pageant interview tips because you want to ensure that you have a winning pageant interview! Well, you are in luck! In this episode I am talking to Ms Petite USA, Deborah Missy Scott all about how she nailed her pageant inte

3 Pageant Productivity Hacks with Sandi Glandt, Mrs. International

Oct 19th, 2022 31m 7s

Looking for productivity hacks to help you prepare for your next pageant? It’s so easy for us to get distracted by so many things in our day to day life while we try to prepare to win our next pageant. Sometimes it feels impossible to stay prod

How To Be More Confident | 3 Keys to Confidence Keerah Yeowang, United States of America's Ms.

Oct 12th, 2022 58m 5s

Are you wondering not only how to look more confident on stage but how to BE more confident?! This confidence training episode is for you! I talked with Keerah Yeawang about how she is using her platform to help women be more confident with her

12 Ways to Immediately Improve Your Health with Brea Sharron Estep, Mrs. United States

Oct 5th, 2022 40m 52s

Looking for health tips for women before you enter your next pageant? I sat down with the amazing Brea Sharron Estep, Mrs. United States, and talked about her passion for kid’s and women’s holistic health. In this video she is giving you her to

208 : Pageant Coaching | Passing Opportunity

Sep 28th, 2022 18m 52s

One of my favorite unexpected pageant tips is to always make sure you are not letting a passing opportunity go by! You truly never know what opportunity might lead you to win a pageant. In this Pageant coaching session I am sharing some stories