Here She Is

Jennifer Pitts: The Power of the Miss

Jennifer Pitts, Miss Virginia 2002, joins us with her daughters Kady and Kenley McKenna as they prepare to compete for Miss Florida’s Teen. Together, they share what it’s like to experience the Miss America organization across generations, from Jennifer’s year of service and legal career to Kady’s environmental advocacy and Kenley’s work supporting children with dyslexia. This conversation is about family, service, sisterhood, and the unique bond of chasing big dreams together. Follow Jennifer on Facebook: Jennifer Pitts McKenna Follow Kenley and Kady on IG: KADY: kadymckennaa, itskadymckenna, etreasureinc, missorlandosteenfl missrivercitysteenfl, kenley.mckenna10 TikTok: enley.mckenna TikTok: itskadymckenna etreasure.us kadymckenna.com kenleymckenna.com Follow us on IG @heresheispodcast Don't forget to subscribe and give us a 5 star rating if you love our podcast!

Here She Is Podcast Takeover: Learned Too Late from Allyn Rose

This week is a PODCAST TAKEOVER! We are excited feature former Miss DC, Allyn Rose's podcast, Learned Too Late. In this episode, Pooja Himovich, founder of Makiaj Beauty Light, talks about her journey into the world of beauty and makeup and how it led to her creating her own product and brand. We will be back again in two weeks - see you then! Make sure to subscribe to Learned Too Late and give them a follow at @learnedtoolatepod on IG. Follow us also at @heresheispodcast on IG.

Arian Orlando and Sadie Schiermeyer: One Dream, Two Generations

What happens when a lifelong dream becomes part of your family legacy? In this special mother-daughter episode of Here She Is, Karissa and Jaime sit down with former Miss Texas Arian Orlando and her daughter, current Miss Texas Sadie Schiermeyer, the first daughter of a former Miss Texas to also wear the crown. From Arian’s whirlwind year as Miss Texas 1994 to Sadie’s journey to first runner-up at Miss America, this conversation explores the evolution of the Miss America organization across generations, the pressures young women face today, mental health, motherhood, identity, and what it means to pursue excellence without losing yourself along the way. Sadie also opens up about her recovery from an eating disorder, why she chose to speak publicly about it during her year as Miss Texas, and the messages from young women that reminded her why honesty matters. This episode is heartfelt, funny, vulnerable, and full of perspective from two women connected by much more than a crown. You can follow Sadie at @missamericatx on IG. Follow us at @heresheispodcast on ID and don't forget to subscribe!

Nicole Nigg Philbrook: Meant for the Moment

Nicole Nigg Philbrick, Miss South Dakota 2000, joins Here She Is to share how one final try changed the direction of her life. From entering pageants as a way to perform, to winning every phase of competition, to building a career beyond musical theatre, Nicole reflects on timing, service, motherhood, and why the lessons of Miss America continue through her daughter’s journey today. Find Nicole on Facebook- Nicole Nig Philbrook Follow us on IG @heresheispodcast

Nicole Messina: Finding Her Rhythm Again

Nicole Messina, Miss District of Columbia 1998, shares a candid look at the road from pageants to motherhood, marriage, divorce, and finding her way back to dance. After competing in New Jersey, Maryland, and DC, Nicole finally made it to the Miss America stage. Even though her year did not unfold the exactly way she hoped, she learned how to create her own path. In this episode, she opens up about funding her own journey, choosing dance over law school, rebuilding her identity after a difficult marriage, and how social media helped launch a new chapter as Nicole Tapz. Follow Nicole on all social media platforms @nicoletapz Follow us on Instagram @heresheispodcast Don't forget to like and subscribe!