#292 Olivia Guzman interview

Each week, I share no-fluff pageant coaching to help you lead, speak, and leave a legacy. With 300+ interviews and coaching across Miss Universe, Miss USA, and Miss America, this isn’t theory—it’s what works. Free subs get tips, interviews, and ad-free access. Paid subs unlock mini-courses, priority Q&As, and direct support.https://thepageantproject.com/subscribeAbout OliviaOlivia is a 25 year old Texan native. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin where she studied business and journalism. She currently is a reporter for Rice University Athletics on ESPN+. She is one of four daughters, and a proud Colombian. Her platform Be Bold @ [BLANK] is used as a tool for empowerment to reach your dreams.https://www.instagram.com/oliviabguzman/Timestamps* 0:00 Olivia Guzman joins the interview* 7:10 Why she pursued sports journalism* 14:20 Academic struggles and personal drive* 21:29 Finding purpose in her toughest moments* 28:40 Coping with grief after family loss* 35:51 Freestyling interviews and going unscripted* 43:01 Realizations from taking unexpected chances* 50:10 Living the “Be Bold” mindset* 57:19 Reflections on Girl Scouts and early identity* 1:04:28 Stepping into leadership and hard choices* 1:11:39 Her favorite sounds and sensory memoriesWant more than the episode?If you’re ready to go deeper, consider becoming a paid subscriber. You’ll get access to mini-courses on everything from interviews to sponsorship, priority answers to your questions, and the chance to ask me anything directly in the comments:https://thepageantproject.com/subscribeIf you're looking for personalised coaching, I offer a limited number of private sessions. It’s for women who want tailored strategy, mindset support, and real accountability—on stage and beyond:https://thepageantproject.com/coachingPageantry is evolving—and you deserve coaching that’s more than surface-level. Join us if you're ready to go beyond the crown. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thepageantproject.com/subscribe