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

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.
 
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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
 

From Small Talk To Big Impact: How To Master The Art of Conversation Part 1

If the idea of small talk makes your stomach turn, you’re definitely not alone.
In this episode, Megan breaks down why small talk feels so draining, why it’s often mislabeled as “social anxiety,” and the simple reframe that instantly lowers the pressure in any conversation. Drawing from research by Allison Wood Brooks, this conversation introduces a powerful framework for understanding how conversations actually work and why most people get stuck at the awkward surface-level.
Megan also shares real-life examples from pageantry, dating, leadership, and business to show how mastering everyday conversations directly impacts confidence, likability, influence, and results.
This is Part 1 of a two-part series and lays the foundation for why great communicators stand out everywhere, from interview rooms to first dates to boardrooms.
If you’ve ever felt “forgettable,” anxious, or unsure how to move a conversation forward without oversharing, this episode will completely change how you see connection.
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The 12 Interview Answers Sabotaging Your Pageant Score

In this episode of the Powerhouse Podcast, Coach Megan breaks down why so many pageant interviews fall flat—even when contestants feel confident walking out of the room. She exposes the subtle, well-intentioned answers judges hear over and over again, and why those responses quietly drain scores instead of elevating them. 
This conversation goes beyond “what to say” and gets into how judges actually perceive identity, confidence, connection, and authenticity in the interview room. If you’ve ever left interview surprised by your placement, struggled to stand out despite strong preparation, or felt like you were saying the “right” things without being remembered, this episode will shift how you think about interview entirely. 
Expect mindset reframes, behind-the-scenes judge psychology, and a new lens on what makes an answer unforgettable—not just correct.
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Why Being In The Right Room Changes Everything

If you’ve ever wondered why some women seem to skyrocket from “kind of thinking about a pageant” to winning state titles and stepping on the Miss America’s Teen stage while you’re still stuck spinning your wheels, this episode is your wake-up call. Megan breaks down how getting in the right room with high-level pageant coaching, championship-level peers, and faith-filled mentors can collapse your timeline, shift your identity, and literally change the future you’re walking toward—on and off the stage. We’re talking real talk on victim vs. victor thinking, why staying “comfortable” is quietly costing you crowns, and how one event and one decision can unlock the clarity, confidence, and community you’ve been praying for. If you’re serious about winning your next pageant—and building the kind of life, faith, and future that actually matches your potential—you need to hear this before you plan your next season.
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25 Days of Confidence: The Daily Practice That Changes Everything

This week’s episode is short, sweet, and packed with something brand new: a 25-day confidence challenge you can do all December — no cost, no catch. Megan breaks down why confidence isn’t magic, why it has nothing to do with being born “that girl,” and how a simple daily rhythm can dramatically shift how you show up in interviews, on stage, and in the rest of your life.
Inside the episode, she explains the heart behind this Christmas-season confidence countdown, how it blends identity, repetition, Scripture, and micro-action, and why she believes this tool will change the way you carry yourself long after pageant season is over.
It’s part mindset, part habit, part faith, and 100% designed to help you break old patterns and step into a new level of boldness.
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How To Make It Easier To Win At Pageants & Life

This week, Megan is coming in buzzing with faith, momentum, and a behind-the-scenes look at what happens when you finally stop white-knuckling your goals and start making success easier on yourself. Fresh off the Black Friday launch and a flood of new students, she unpacks the real reason so many women stay stuck even when they “know what to do”—and what shifts everything when you’re ready to rise.
If you’ve ever wondered why you stall out, self-sabotage, or feel blocked even when you’re motivated, this episode opens the door to a new kind of strategy—one rooted in identity, alignment, spiritual clarity, and simple daily habits that compound into massive change.
Expect to hear about:
The mindset patterns that quietly make pageant prep (and life) harder than it needs to be
Why belief, identity, and spiritual alignment matter just as much as talent and training
How to create real momentum when you feel overwhelmed or “behind”
The surprising link between your daily routines, your confidence, and your ability to win
How community, clarity, and support shape your results more than you think
This episode is part motivation, part mindset reset, part practical coaching—and it’s the perfect listen if you’re ready for your next level, but something in you keeps hesitating.
Tune in before you map out the rest of your prep or set your 2026 goals. It might change the way you think about winning entirely.
 
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00:00 — Black Friday launch + big vision
01:12 — Why pageant prep feels easier with support
02:20 — The belief gap that holds women back
03:18 — Asking God for the next level
04:40 — The opportunities you’re not seeing
05:32 — A prayer to reset mindset + identity
06:41 — The three fears behind self-sabotage
07:55 — Why many contestants stay “small”
09:05 — How to make winning feel simpler
10:10 — The power of lowering the bar
11:22 — Habit stacking for effortless success
12:40 — The “morning routine” analogy that hits home
13:58 — Build momentum without overwhelm
15:14 — Designing a life aligned with your calling
16:29 — Fulfillment vs. external results
17:45 — Becoming the woman who wins
18:32 — Final encouragement + next steps
 
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Black Friday Sneak Peek: Behind the Scenes of the 25-Course Bundle

This week’s episode is a special one — and a little different than our usual format.
Megan takes you behind the curtain and walks through the entire Black Friday Mega Bundle: 25 brand-new pageant courses for just $47. This was originally recorded as a visual screen-share, so the full effect is best experienced on video, but we’ve included the audio here because the insights are too valuable to miss.
You’ll hear Megan click through the course dashboard in real time, previewing fan-favorite trainings, explaining why each course was created, and sharing how these tools have helped nearly 500 powerhouse women step into winning seasons. Even without the visuals, you’ll still get a clear picture of what’s included, how the courses work, and why this Black Friday deal is unlike anything Powerhouse Pageantry has ever released before. 
… And a hidden opportunity at checkout for a special Mastermind ticket pre-sale! 
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “doing pageant prep right,” felt overwhelmed by all the moving pieces, or wished you had someone simply tell you what to do, step by step — this sneak peek will show you exactly what’s waiting for you inside the bundle.
Click here to access the bundle 👉 howtowinyourpageant.com 
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Overthinking Every Word? Here’s How to Break Free From Self-Editing

Have you ever walked away from a conversation and thought, “Why didn’t I just say what I meant?” In this week’s episode, Coach Megan gets real about the habit of over-editing yourself, why we do it, what it’s costing us, and how to stop.
Through practical mindset tools and biblical truth, Megan walks through how to build emotional intelligence, hear God’s voice over your inner critic, and start speaking with discernment instead of fear. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between criticism and loving correction, why anxiety runs rampant, and how your spiritual habits directly affect your confidence.
If you’ve ever struggled to use your voice, second-guessed what you bring to the table, or dimmed yourself to fit in, this episode will feel like a deep exhale and a divine permission slip to stop holding back.
 
Sneak peek: Black Friday sale is November 18-20!
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Next Level Prep Roadmap: 9 Steps to Go From Local to State or State to Nationals

Most contestants don’t lose because they aren’t talented — they lose because they’re walking in without a map. In this episode, Coach Megan breaks down the full journey from first-time competitor to national titleholder, revealing how clarity and strategy create the calm confidence that wins crowns. You’ll learn how to think like a champion before you ever hit the stage, how to translate mindset into practical execution, and why self-image silently determines your scores long before the judges ever meet you.
We’ll also unpack the difference between guessing your way through preparation and building a proven system that makes success duplicatable. Whether you’re brand new or refining for nationals, this episode will help you see exactly where your energy needs to go so you can stop winging it, start working smart, and finally compete with purpose.
 
Sneak peek: Black Friday sale is November 18-20
*The Correct Mastermind Dates are March 27-28*
 
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Mrs America 2025, Dr Tiffany Thornton, pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, overcoming abuse, domestic violence survivor story, 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

Balancing Motherhood, Marriage, and Mission: The Identity Shift Every Mrs. Contestant Needs

What if the crown wasn’t the reward… but the result of becoming who you were always meant to be?
We decided instead of our usual podcast, we couldn’t keep this experience hidden away in the recordings cloud storage abyss. In this deeply personal episode, Megan hosts a live virtual Powerhouse Pageantry event, joined by Dr. Tiffany Thornton, the reigning Mrs. American 2025. Together they unpack what it really takes to rise as a wife, mom, business owner, and woman of faith in the world of Mrs. pageantry.
You’ll hear Tiffany’s powerful story of redemption and rediscovery — how she stepped back into pageantry after 20 years, rebuilt her confidence through identity work, and found her voice again after seasons of silence.
From learning to surrender control, to finding purpose in motherhood, to understanding why rest and refinement are just as holy as hustle — this conversation will hit home for every woman balancing family, faith, and a God-sized dream.
And there’s one jaw-dropping moment from Tiffany’s national pageant experience that you won’t believe… a moment that completely redefines what grace under pressure really looks like.
 
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How to rebuild identity after motherhood, loss, or transition
The real reason Mrs. pageantry feels different — and how to thrive in it
The secret to balancing high achievement with peace and rest
How to turn your story into impact (without oversharing or performing)
Why authenticity and surrender are the new “winning edge”
 
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On this podcast, we talk about…
Mrs America 2025, Dr Tiffany Thornton, pageant winner story, faith testimony, Christian women’s empowerment, overcoming abuse, domestic violence survivor story, 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