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  • Am I Enough To Win A Pageant?

    Am I Enough To Win A Pageant?
    Feb 17 2026
    If you have ever spiraled into “maybe I’m not built for this” after another competition, this episode is for you. Megan walks through the most common mindset questions pageant contestants ask in private, the ones that quietly sabotage confidence, stage presence, and interview performance. She reframes placement as feedback, not a verdict, and explains why pageants amplify the identity you bring on stage. You will hear about: Why “Am I enough?” is an identity issue, not a pageant issue What judges can feel even when you are smiling How comparison, perfectionism, and approval seeking leak as tension Why confidence is built through self trust, not personality or pretending How to compete from grounded certainty, even if you do not win This episode is a reset for any contestant who feels invisible, doubts her potential, or fears doing everything right and still losing. The goal is not proving you are enough. It is becoming the kind of woman who already knows she is. Apply to Work with Us: sessions.powerhousepageantry.com/strategy Get Your Mastermind Ticket Here ➡️ https://howtowinyourpageant.com/event Click here to access 25 Courses for $25 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com Follow Me on IG: www.instagram.com/meganswansonrhodes Watch on Youtube www.youtube.com/@powerhousepageantry PODCAST ESSENTIALS & GEAR I USE Blue Yeti Microphone https://amzn.to/3ZodLfr Webcam https://a.co/d/8lKR6TA Silver Yeti Glitter Wrap: https://amzn.to/3LiTSjR Awesome Computer-Attached Light https://amzn.to/3P5WByh As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nbUVyQqfT5CLYSZO6wWgs?si=abf5437f5e5c413b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-powerhouse-podcast-how-to-win-your-pageant-how-to/id1448191693 On this podcast, we talk about… pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    21 m
  • How To Get Rid Of The Yips In Pageantry

    How To Get Rid Of The Yips In Pageantry
    Feb 10 2026
    Have you ever felt confident in practice but frozen on stage when it matters most? In this episode, Megan breaks down the psychology behind the “yips” in pageantry, those sudden mental blocks, confidence crashes, and performance breakdowns that affect even the highest achievers. Using real examples from elite performers in sports and music, she explains why trying harder often makes things worse, how anxiety loops are created in the brain, and what actually helps top performers regain control under pressure. You will learn: What the yips really are and why they happen in high performers Why overthinking and avoidance fuel stage anxiety How confidence and competence are neurologically connected Why internal state matters more than flawless execution How identity alignment restores consistency and presence This episode is for contestants who feel stuck in their head, afraid of slipping up, or exhausted from trying to be perfect. If you want to perform freely, confidently, and consistently on stage, this conversation will change how you approach pressure forever. Apply to Work with Us: sessions.powerhousepageantry.com/strategy Get Your Mastermind Ticket Here ➡️ https://howtowinyourpageant.com/event Click here to access 25 Courses for $47 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com Follow Me on IG: www.instagram.com/meganswansonrhodes Watch on Youtube www.youtube.com/@powerhousepageantry PODCAST ESSENTIALS & GEAR I USE Blue Yeti Microphone https://amzn.to/3ZodLfr Webcam https://a.co/d/8lKR6TA Silver Yeti Glitter Wrap: https://amzn.to/3LiTSjR Awesome Computer-Attached Light https://amzn.to/3P5WByh As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nbUVyQqfT5CLYSZO6wWgs?si=abf5437f5e5c413b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-powerhouse-podcast-how-to-win-your-pageant-how-to/id1448191693 On this podcast, we talk about… pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    23 m
  • What Pageant Judges Are Actually Responding To

    What Pageant Judges Are Actually Responding To
    Feb 3 2026

    Why do some contestants keep placing but never win, even when they are prepared, polished, and hardworking?

    In this episode, Coach Megan explains why pageantry is not a merit-based system and why judges are responding less to effort and more to presence, confidence, and perception.

    She breaks down how over-preparing can actually hurt your performance, what judges feel instantly but rarely say out loud, and why internal alignment matters more than a perfect résumé in modern pageants.

    This episode is for contestants who want to understand what pageant judges are really looking for in 2026 and how to stop blending in when it matters most.

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    On this podcast, we talk about…

    pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    10 m
  • How to Position Yourself as a Category of One in Pageants (2026 Strategy)

    How to Position Yourself as a Category of One in Pageants (2026 Strategy)
    Jan 27 2026
    In this episode, Coach Megan introduces a concept she has never taught publicly before: how to position yourself as a Category of One in pageantry. If you feel like you are doing everything right but still blending in, this conversation will shift how you think about standing out, being chosen, and why subjectivity in pageants is actually an advantage. Megan unpacks what positioning really means, how judges form trust and first impressions, and why copying past winners often works against you in 2026. You will hear about: What Category of One positioning actually is How aesthetics, consistency, and clarity affect how judges perceive you Why authenticity matters more than perfection What quietly hurts your positioning without you realizing it This episode goes beyond tactics and into identity, presence, and what makes someone unforgettable before they ever speak. If you are ready to stop blending in and start being remembered, this episode is for you. Tiny challenge -> DM ‘RESET’ on IG @powerhousepageantry Apply to Work with Us: sessions.powerhousepageantry.com/strategy Get Your Mastermind Ticket Here ➡️ https://howtowinyourpageant.com/event Click here to access 25 Courses for $47 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com Follow Me on IG: www.instagram.com/meganswansonrhodes Watch on Youtube www.youtube.com/@powerhousepageantry PODCAST ESSENTIALS & GEAR I USE Blue Yeti Microphone https://amzn.to/3ZodLfr Webcam https://a.co/d/8lKR6TA Silver Yeti Glitter Wrap: https://amzn.to/3LiTSjR Awesome Computer-Attached Light https://amzn.to/3P5WByh As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nbUVyQqfT5CLYSZO6wWgs?si=abf5437f5e5c413b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-powerhouse-podcast-how-to-win-your-pageant-how-to/id1448191693 On this podcast, we talk about… pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    11 m
  • What Makes Pageant Judges Say Yes To You in 2026

    What Makes Pageant Judges Say Yes To You in 2026
    Jan 20 2026
    In this episode, Coach Megan Rhodes challenges a core belief in pageantry: that more polish, more perfection, and more rehearsed answers are what win. They are not. Judges in 2026 are fatigued. They have heard the same platforms, the same buzzwords, and the same scripted confidence. What they are actually looking for now is someone they trust to do the job. Megan unpacks what has quietly shifted behind the judging table, why performing is working against many high achievers, and how regulated presence, clarity, and authenticity are becoming the real differentiators. You will hear: Why starting prep without the end in mind is costing women crownsWhat long answers often signal to judges, even when you are qualifiedWhy identity matters more than performance when it comes to being chosenHow presence communicates trust faster than perfection ever could This conversation goes deeper than pageantry into leadership, self trust, and the hidden ceilings that keep capable women placing but not winning. Stay to the end for a special quarterly bonus Megan opens only a few times a year for women ready to break through what has been holding them back. Apply to Work with Us: sessions.powerhousepageantry.com/strategy Get Your Mastermind Ticket Here ➡️ https://howtowinyourpageant.com/event Click here to access 25 Courses for $47 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com Follow Me on IG: www.instagram.com/meganswansonrhodes Watch on Youtube www.youtube.com/@powerhousepageantry PODCAST ESSENTIALS & GEAR I USE Blue Yeti Microphone https://amzn.to/3ZodLfr Webcam https://a.co/d/8lKR6TA Silver Yeti Glitter Wrap: https://amzn.to/3LiTSjR Awesome Computer-Attached Light https://amzn.to/3P5WByh As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nbUVyQqfT5CLYSZO6wWgs?si=abf5437f5e5c413b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-powerhouse-podcast-how-to-win-your-pageant-how-to/id1448191693 On this podcast, we talk about… pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    32 m
  • Miss America’s Teen Success Stories: Pageant Coaching, Confidence, and God’s Timing

    Miss America’s Teen Success Stories: Pageant Coaching, Confidence, and God’s Timing
    Jan 13 2026
    In this fireside-chat episode, Coach Megan sits down with two of Powerhouse Pageantry’s standout success stories: Kirra McCarty (Idaho) and Gabriela “Gabby” Swift (Nebraska), current titleholders in the Miss America Organization teen program. You’ll hear two completely different journeys: Kirra: a competitor who placed high early, faced loss and disappointment, then returned with a deeper faith and stronger identity. Gabby: a first-time competitor who stepped into pageantry late, went all-in, and won on her first try—while navigating body image struggles and major life challenges. They’ll talk about what actually creates winners: identity, community, perseverance, and faith. What You’ll Hear In This Episode How Kirra went from podcast listener → Pageant Academy → Mastermind → titleholder The heartbreak of losing, the fear of trying again, and the mindset shift that changed everything The unexpected “God timing” twist when the Miss America teen age rules changed—twice Why Gabby knew she couldn’t DIY her prep: structure, reps, interviews, and staying grounded How Mastermind friendships created daily motivation and accountability during prep The truth about “sisterhood”: what it’s actually like in a high-level competitive room Gabby’s story of eating disorder recovery and why she shifted her CSI to match her real life Kirra’s “if I lose, I can’t show my face” fear—and the blunt coaching moment that freed her How both girls learned to balance authenticity + excellence (style, wardrobe, hair, makeup) What makes Powerhouse coaching different: personal strategy, faith-forward identity work, and becoming well-rounded Get Your Mastermind Ticket Here ➡️ https://howtowinyourpageant.com/event Connect with Kirra + Gabby Kirra: @kirradmccarty @kirramccartypageant @missamericasteenid Gabby: @gabriellagswift @missamericasteenne Apply to Work with Us: sessions.powerhousepageantry.com/strategy Click here to access 25 Courses for $47 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com Follow Me on IG: www.instagram.com/meganswansonrhodes Watch on Youtube www.youtube.com/@powerhousepageantry PODCAST ESSENTIALS & GEAR I USE Blue Yeti Microphone https://amzn.to/3ZodLfr Webcam https://a.co/d/8lKR6TA Silver Yeti Glitter Wrap: https://amzn.to/3LiTSjR Awesome Computer-Attached Light https://amzn.to/3P5WByh As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nbUVyQqfT5CLYSZO6wWgs?si=abf5437f5e5c413b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-powerhouse-podcast-how-to-win-your-pageant-how-to/id1448191693 On this podcast, we talk about… pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    58 m
  • Why Your Goals Die by February (and How to Stop It) — Landon + Megan Rhodes

    Why Your Goals Die by February (and How to Stop It) — Landon + Megan Rhodes
    Jan 6 2026
    In this special New Year episode, Megan brings on her husband Landon for a practical, faith-forward goal setting training originally taught inside their Tuesday morning Bible study. If you’ve ever started January motivated… then lost steam by day 5, day 30, or by Q2, this episode walks through why that happens and what to do instead—without spiraling into shame. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why goals fail when they’re disconnected from purpose + mission The difference between a goal (outcome) and your calling How to stop overthinking “God’s will” and start moving with faith + wisdom Why derailment doesn’t mean you missed God—it often means it’s time to recalibrate A simple “daily recalibration” mindset that keeps you on track long past January The hard truth: some goals don’t require faith… because they’re too small The “10x is easier than 2x” concept and why big goals eliminate distractions Identity work: how internal beliefs quietly sabotage progress (even when you “know what to do”) A practical framework for rewiring self-sabotage using leverage, pattern interrupts, and new associations A biblical lens on mindset: taking thoughts captive and dismantling “strongholds” Join our weekly Bible Study: meganswansonrhodes.com/bible-study Apply to Work with Us: sessions.powerhousepageantry.com/strategy Get Your Mastermind Ticket Here ➡️ https://howtowinyourpageant.com/event Click here to access 25 Courses for $47 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com Follow Me on IG: www.instagram.com/meganswansonrhodes Watch on Youtube www.youtube.com/@powerhousepageantry PODCAST ESSENTIALS & GEAR I USE Blue Yeti Microphone https://amzn.to/3ZodLfr Webcam https://a.co/d/8lKR6TA Silver Yeti Glitter Wrap: https://amzn.to/3LiTSjR Awesome Computer-Attached Light https://amzn.to/3P5WByh As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nbUVyQqfT5CLYSZO6wWgs?si=abf5437f5e5c413b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-powerhouse-podcast-how-to-win-your-pageant-how-to/id1448191693 On this podcast, we talk about… pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    1 h y 23 m
  • The TALK Method Part 2: From Small Talk to Big Talk (Plus a Million-Dollar SURPRISE!)

    The TALK Method Part 2: From Small Talk to Big Talk (Plus a Million-Dollar SURPRISE!)
    Dec 31 2025

    If small talk makes you want to crawl into a hole, this episode is your way out.

    In Part 2, Megan breaks down the TALK Method from Harvard professor Alison Wood Brooks’ work: T = Topics (choose the right level for the room) A = Asking (better questions = better connection) L = Levity (how to use humor and warmth without being awkward) K = Kindness (how to make people feel safe, seen, and drawn to you)

    You’ll learn how to move conversations from surface-level to meaningful without forcing it, how to stop sounding “beige” in pageant settings, and why authenticity is the real confidence hack.

    Plus… Megan shares a personal, million-dollar surprise and opens a few limited spots to work with her one-on-one in 2026.

    Apply to Work with Us: sessions.powerhousepageantry.com/strategy

    Get Your Mastermind Ticket Here ➡️ https://howtowinyourpageant.com/event

    Click here to access 25 Courses for $47 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com

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    Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nbUVyQqfT5CLYSZO6wWgs?si=abf5437f5e5c413b

    Listen on Apple Podcasts:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-powerhouse-podcast-how-to-win-your-pageant-how-to/id1448191693

    On this podcast, we talk about…

    pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, pageant interview tips, Powerhouse Pageantry Podcast, Megan Rhodes, women of faith leadership, resilience after trauma, pageant interview questions, how to answer pageant interview, pageant platform example, current events pageant questions, pageant storytelling, pageant coaching, miss interview tips, identity work for women, faith and identity, purpose over performance, self worth vs achievement, you are not what you do, values alignment, limiting beliefs, belief reprogramming, identity shift, core state change, inner child work, mindset reset, confidence from identity, purpose driven life, Christian identity coaching, life after pageants, life after big goal, rebuild confidence after failure, how to find purpose again, sustainable success habits, daily check-in routine, evening reflection practice, morning identity routine, goal setting that sticks, break perfectionism paralysis, progress over perfection, achievement addiction, identity work, mindset coaching, pageant mindset, dopamine trap, burnout recovery, confidence, Christian coaching, neurolinguistic programming
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    43 m