In our last episode of the season, we are sitting down with Ava Grace Nichols. She is Miss La Jolla Teen USA 2025 and the first teen contestant featured on Contesera Pageantry. Ava Grace is a high school athlete, cheerleader, model, and performer. She’s also a proud daughter, granddaughter, and sister. Her heart is in the right place, and so is her mission. Ava Grace is passionate about fashion sustainability. Her advocacy helps high school students by providing recycled prom dresses. It's all about making students feel seen, supported, and celebrated. Joining her in this episode is her mom, Melissa Nichols, who shares words of encouragement and gives us a glimpse into what it’s like supporting a daughter in pageantry. In this episode, Ava Grace shares her journey and what it means to balance school, pageants, and purpose. Hosted by Ayce. Season 2 returns in 2026. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more pageant content! Contesera Pageantry does not claim to own copyrights for images on this video. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name. Chill Calm Electronic by Infraction [No Copyright Music] / City Beat Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name. Acoustic Cinematic by Infraction [No Copyright Music] / Wild Nature Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name. Cinematic Documentary Drone by Infraction [No Copyright Music] Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name.Cinematic Sad Violin by Infraction [No Copyright Music] Sweetheart Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name. Inspirational Romantic Cinematic by Infraction [No Copyright Music] Beautiful Wonder

In this podcast interview episode of Contesera Pageantry, Ayce chats with Universal Woman Arabia 2025, Keylyn Trajano. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more pageant content!

In this inspiring episode, Ayce sits down with Shannon Cline, Miss Fullerton USA 2025, to discuss self-acceptance, LGBTQ+ empowerment, and breaking stereotypes in the pageant world. As a proud advocate and a woman in her late 40s competing for Miss California USA, Shannon shares her journey of resilience, representation, and redefining what it means to belong. From personal stories of embracing identity to promoting inclusivity across age and orientation, Shannon's voice serves as a strong reminder that it’s never too late to stand tall and claim your space. Whether you are working on self-love or just seeking authentic inspiration, this episode is one to remember. Tune in and get ready to rethink the limits of beauty, bravery, and being seen. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more pageant content!

In Episode 11 of Podcast Interview, Ayce sits down with the radiant and multi-talented Ashleigh Sacheen Medford, your Miss Westlake Village USA 2025. More than just a titleholder, Ashleigh is a neuroscientist, social media manager, and cheerleading coach whose life is rooted in purpose and passion. She shares the heart behind her advocacy, Crowned State, a powerful message that reminds us it is not about striving for perfection but showing up with presence. In this deeply engaging conversation, Ashleigh opens up about balancing science with creativity, finding confidence through community, and how pageantry became a platform for real impact. Tune in for a candid and uplifting episode that celebrates brains, beauty, and boldness. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more pageant content!

In this podcast interview episode of Contesera Pageantry, Ayce chats with Elizabeth Victoria Raska, Miss International Belgium 2025. A model, economist, and figure skater, Elizabeth opens up about balancing beauty and intellect while representing Belgium on the global stage. From her advocacy for financial literacy to her journey through pageantry and ice skating, this conversation features a true modern queen who defies stereotypes. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more pageant content!

In this Contesera Pageantry podcast interview, host Ayce sits down with Miss Long Beach USA 2025, Hayley Tharpe, a powerhouse who blends beauty, brains, and balance. As a lawyer, entrepreneur, and certified wellness coach, Hayley shares how she’s rewriting the narrative for modern titleholders. From launching Legally Well to advocating for holistic living, she opens up about the pressures, purpose, and poise that define her journey.

In this episode of Contesera Pageantry's Podcast Interview, hosted by Ayce, we sit down with Miss City of Angels USA 2025, Rebecca Arianne Edwards. Although pageantry runs in her blood, with her mother being a former queen, Rebecca took a different path and only stepped into the spotlight in her early 20s. Now, she is on a mission to represent California at Miss California USA 2025, driven by her deep love for the Golden State's diversity, culture, and beauty. From late bloomer to rising star, Rebecca’s story is proof that it is never too late to chase the crown. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more pageant content!

In this episode, we sit down with Jet Hammond, a proud Filipino-American healthcare entrepreneur currently vying for the Miss Utah USA 2025 title. From her recent participation in Miss Universe Philippines 2024, where she represented Southern California, to her advocacy for accessible and inclusive care, Jet shares her journey of purpose, passion, and pageantry. Tune in as Jet opens up about her drive to represent diverse communities, her mission to mentor future women leaders, and what it truly means to chase the crown with heart and authenticity. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more pageant content!