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The Pageant Gal Podcast

Maria Giorlando

Welcome to The Pageant Gal Podcast—your go-to space for confidence, strategy, and success in pageantry and beyond. Hosted by internationally recognized pageant coach and titleholder, Maria Giorlando, each episode delivers inspiration, insider tips, and real stories to help you win—on and off the stage. Whether you"re stepping into your first pageant or chasing the crown, you’re in the right place—because every queen deserves to shine!

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00:35:49

How My Client Got Her Entire Pageant Paid For

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/11/20

Hey Pageant Gals, What would it look like if someone messaged you and said,“Your pageant is paid for. Entry fee, flight, the whole thing. Just show up and compete”?In this episode, I am telling you the real story of one of my Queen Collective clients who got a last–minute invitation to compete at an international pageant in China… with her entry fee and flight covered… and then walked away as one of the international titleholders.This isn’t a once-in-a-lifetime unicorn moment. This is normal in my

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00:35:49

From Small Town to Fashion Week with Amber Martinson

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/11/13

Hey Pageant Gals, We have a special guest today. Meet Amber Martenson, founder of The Joy of Art (501c3) and CEO of Winning Spark Branding. Amber went from Iowa gal and art teacher to New York Fashion Week designer and brand strategist for pageant queens and women in business. In this episode we break down brand versus branding, how your visual identity creates credibility, and the exact mindset that takes you from playing small to building your empire.In this episode you will learn -✨ The real

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00:27:18

Inside a $60,000 Launch as a Pageant Coach 3 Moves I...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/11/06

Hey Pageant Gals, Today I am taking you behind the scenes of a $60,000 launch for The Queen Collective Track Two as a full time pageant coach. This is not about luck. It is about leadership, strategy, and building offers that create real transformation and recurring income without living on your calendar.In this episode you will learn✨ How to design a high value high impact offer that serves A to Z✨ Why a community launch event builds trust and momentum✨ How conviction and belief fuel sales and

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00:12:06

The Queen’s Takeover Podcast Challenge is ON 👑

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2025/11/04

Hey Pageant Gals,We’re kicking off our first-ever Queen’s Takeover Podcast Challenge all November long! I’m doubling episodes this month so you can binge strategy, branding, and stories of women doing big, audacious things in and out of pageantry. Get ready to move now, not “someday.”How to Enter:1. Leave a 5-star review on Spotify for The Pageant Gal Podcast, screenshot it, and DM me @thepageantgal. That screenshot = 5 entries. If you’ve already left a review, screenshot it, and it will still

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00:20:42

Pageant Coaching Horror Stories 🎃

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/10/30

Hey Pageant Gals, Boo, Queens Happy Halloween! 👑 In this special episode I’m spilling three true pageant-coaching horror stories and the lessons that keep your crown on straight. Requested by our gal Emma from The Queen Collective.These are not just spooky tales. They are coach tested takeaways on boundaries, clear communication, and taking radical ownership.DM me on Instagram @thepageantgal with your top takeaway!

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00:31:35

From $500 Sessions to a $500K Pageant Coaching Empire...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/10/23

Hey Pageant Gals,If you’ve ever wondered how a pageant coach can build a half-million-dollar business, this one’s for you. In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my journey, and how I went from charging $500 per client to generating nearly $500K in under seven years. This isn’t luck; it’s brand, strategy, consistency, and a client path that actually scales.Shoutout to Mava (whose question inspired this ep!) and Maya Karen, Miss Competence Canada, your support means the world. 💗DM me on

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00:22:05

Look Elite at Pageant Week: Packing Musts + Pro...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Hey Pageant Gals, Own your next pageant week with elite, real-world strategies: smart packing (hello, wedges!), pro-level social media upgrades (portable photo light + compact camera), batching captions so you’re never scrambling, and the hotel low-floor hack that saves your feet, time, and sanity.You’ll learn how to stay polished all week without killing your feet, make every photo look HD with simple, affordable tools, keep your socials consistent even when your schedule is packed, and save 20–30

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00:16:19

Beyond the Crown - Building Your Legacy & Empire in...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/09/25

Hey Pageant Gals, The biggest shift in my pageant journey happened when I realized my legacy had to be bigger than just the crown. Winning titles is incredible, but what happens when the crown comes off? In this episode, I share the story of how I went from chasing wins to building a lasting brand, business, and empire that continues far beyond the stage.You’ll learn why the crown is just the beginning and not the end goal, the mindset shift that led me to four pageant wins in a row, how investing

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00:28:06

5 Things I Would Change About My Miss Universe Canada...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Hey Pageant Gals,This episode is all about giving you the confidence and clarity to reflect on your pageant journey and learn from every experience. I’m sharing the exact five things I would go back and change about my Miss Universe Canada 2025 experience including lessons I learned from preparation, interviews, and stage performance.Inside the episode you’ll hear how starting your prep earlier can give you a competitive edge how to choose the right interview outfit to stand out from the crowd when

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00:34:50

The Untold Stories of Miss Universe Canada Week

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/08/28

Hey Pageant Gals,I’m spilling the five big things you didn’t see that went down during Miss Universe Canada week. From losing my voice on day one to navigating unexpected drama, physical pain, and even the behind-the-scenes tea. This episode has it all: the fun, the lessons, and the downright unbelievable moments.If you’ve ever wondered what really happens at pageant week beyond the stage and spotlight, this is the episode for you. And of course, I’ll share the lessons I learned so you can take them

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00:35:41

Interview with Jaime Vandenburg Miss Universe Canada...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/08/21

Hey Pageant Gals,This is a special one! 👑 In this episode of the Pageant Gal Spotlight, I sit down with my good friend and our brand-new Miss Universe Canada 2025, Jamie Vandenberg, just days after she was crowned.Jamie and I go way back, from being pageant sisters online since 2020, to finally competing together this year at Miss Universe Canada. Now, with her crown freshly won, Jamie opens up about her incredible journey: the highs and pressures of competing, the mindset shifts that got her to

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00:20:33

The Top 4 Pageant Interview Questions You Need to Know

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Hey Pageant Gals,It’s time to spill the tea, queens! ☕👑 This episode is all about the four most important questions you need to master if you want to walk into your pageant interview radiating confidence and poise. I’m sharing the same strategies that helped me win multiple Best Interview awards, along with real, behind-the-scenes tips I used while competing at Miss Universe Canada 2025. Whether you’re preparing for your very first pageant or chasing another crown, this episode will give you the

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00:44:11

What To Be Doing One Year Out For Pageant Prep

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/07/24

Hey Pageant Gals,Whether you’re 6, 9, or 12 months away from your competition, this episode is your golden hour to start preparing like the Queen you know you are. Maria shares the real behind-the-scenes of her last-minute prep for Miss Universe Canada, and the three things she wishes she started way earlier: personal branding, social media presence, and platform impact.No fluff, no panic, just real talk, real strategy, and real reflection on how to show up as the next-level version of yourself

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00:15:50

Move Before You’re Ready: The Winning Mindset for...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/07/10

Hey Pageant Gals,Originally aired live via instagram in January 2025, this high-energy episode is your firestarter if you're entering a pageant and craving the mindset shift that changes everything. Whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned queen, I dive deep into the biggest secret behind my 6 (yes, SIX!) pageant wins and it's not waiting for permission, clarity, or perfect timing.Tune in for the bold truth, real talk, and that’ll get you off the sidelines and onto the stage (and into the

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00:26:31

From Breakdown to Breakthrough: My Raw Journey to...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/06/26

Hey Pageant Gals! This episode is a deep, raw, and real dive into one of the most vulnerable moments I’ve ever had in my pageant journey. Picture this: it’s the middle of an intense international pageant in Orlando, Florida, and there I am, alone in my hotel room, full breakdown mode, tears streaming, false lashes falling off — basically, the total emotional meltdown. But what came out of that breakdown was one of the biggest breakthroughs of my entire career, leading me to win the crown just days

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00:19:01

How to Choose the Perfect Pageant System to Win & Thrive

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/06/12

Hey Pageant Gals! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing my approach to choosing the right pageant system for YOU. We dive into the real talk about setting your goals whether you’re in it to win, to grow, or just for the experience and why picking a system that matches your vibe, your strengths, and your dreams will make your journey way easier (and way more fun). I get into how I pick my pageants, why I never settle, and how aligning with the right system changed the game for me

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00:14:43

The Million Dollar Question: What Do Judges Really Want?

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/05/29

Hey Pageant Gals! In this episode, I'm breaking down the million dollar question - what are judges REALLY looking for when they choose a winner? After nine years in this industry and judging countless competitions, I'm sharing the three things on every judge's unspoken checklist. We're talking Polish (yes, you need to look the part, but it's not always make-or-break), Personality & Presence (your authentic energy that makes judges remember YOU, not just what you wore), and

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00:15:47

Beyond the Crown: Winning at Life, Not Just Pageants

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/05/15

In today’s episode, we’re getting real about what it means to grow beyond the crown. I’ll be sharing takeaways from my recent experience at the 2025 Regional Canada pageants, and why it's so important to focus on your personal development, build a strong personal brand, and create lasting impact, whether or not you take home a title.We’ll talk about setting goals that go deeper than the competition and how to measure your success by the growth you experience and the lives you touch. This is a

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00:20:32

Overcoming Competition Comparison: Strategies for...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/05/08

Welcome to The Pageant Gal Podcast! I'm Maria, your host and international elite pageant and business coach. In this powerful episode, I tackle a common struggle among pageant women: overcoming competition comparison.Inspired by a recent coaching session with my clients, I'm sharing tangible strategies to help you shift your mindset and energy so you can stop comparing yourself to other competitors. You'll learn how to mute your competition on social media, change your internal narrative, celebrate

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00:21:12

Turn Your Crown into Cash: Building Your Pageant Empire

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/04/17

👑 In today’s episode, we’re crowning a new chapter - one where pageant queens trade in their sashes for CEO titles.Whether you're a current competitor or a former titleholder, it’s time to turn that sparkle into strategy. I’m diving into exactly how you can go from center stage to center of your own thriving empire. 💼✨Discover the three royal revenue streams that can transform your passion and pageant experience into profit: 👑 Hosting high-impact events and workshops 👑 Selling irresistible

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