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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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00:22:00

Stop Overcomplicating Pageant Prep: Do These 3 Things...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2026/01/09

Hey Pageant Gals,It’s time to stop overcomplicating pageant prep and start committing to the moves that actually win crowns.Whether you’re gearing up for a competition this year or you’re getting back into your rhythm after a break, this episode will help you simplify your prep and raise your daily standards without burning out. Because winners are not doing more. They’re doing the right things consistently.In this episode you will hear about...👑 Self connection: practices that build a grounded,

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00:38:41

Competitor to Director - The Truth About Pageants &...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Hey Pageant Gals,What would it look like if you stopped waiting for the perfect opportunity in pageantryand instead created the space you wish existed.In this episode, I’m sitting down with Elizabeth Marnoch for a real end of year pageant chat. Liz has been in the industry for over 15 years, she is a professional hair and makeup artist, and she is the founder and director of Canadian National Miss.This conversation is honest, unfiltered, and so needed as we head into 2026.In this episode you will

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00:24:22

How to Keep Investing in Yourself When Life is...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/12/04

Hey Pageant Gals,How do you keep betting on yourself, in pageants, business, and life when bills are billing, responsibilities are stacking, and it feels like “this just isn’t the right time”?In today’s episode, I’m breaking down what it really looks like to keep investing in yourself in your 20s, 30s (and yes, even 40s+)… even when life is life-ing.We’re talking about:👑 Why your 20s and 30s are NOT the time to shrink back into your comfort zone👑 The difference between saving and investing – and

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00:16:23

How Big Are You Willing to Let Yourself Go (and Be...

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/11/27

In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my mentor’s retreat in California and sharing the exact beach moment that cracked open my next level of leadership, visibility, and bigness. This is the final episode of the Queen’s Takeover Podcast Challenge – and it’s your invitation to move first, be seen, and decide to go bigger in your pageant journey, business, and life.✨ In this episode, you’ll hear about:The powerful “water moment” on the beach that shifted everything for meWhat it really

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00:16:23

How big are you willing to let yourself be seen? 👑

The Pageant Gal Podcast ·

2025/11/27

Hey Pageant Gals,What would it look like if you stopped standing safely in the sand…and let yourself be fully seen running straight into the water for your big dreams?In this episode, I’m sharing the real story from my mentor’s retreat in California, where I found myself on a beach at 8am, headphones on, in a 90-minute movement practice… and felt an undeniable pull to sprint toward the waves while everyone else stayed planted in the sand watching me.That moment became my leadership initiation into a

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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...

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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...

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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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