Breaking Barriers: The Real Pageant Journey   Join Amanda McCombs and her guest, Mrs. Utah County, as they dive into the intricacies of participating in beauty pageants and the profound personal growth that accompanies the journey. They discuss their individual experiences, the importance of community, empowering sisterhood, and how the challenges they face shape their resilience. Through candid conversations, they explore topics such as facing personal lows, the significance of genuine connections, and the role of pageantry in self-discovery and personal development. This episode sheds light on the transformative impact these pageants have beyond the glitz and glamour, focusing on authenticity, support systems, and building lasting legacies.   00:00 Introduction to Amanda McCombs 00:12 Meet Mrs. Utah County 00:29 The Power of Sisterhood 01:26 Amanda's Personal Journey 03:06 The Pageant Experience 04:20 Community and Empowerment 05:56 Finding Genuine Connections 07:56 Overcoming Personal Struggles 10:29 The Pageant System's Impact 14:41 Starting the Pageant Journey 19:17 The First Pageant Experience 25:25 The Importance of Platforms 27:21 Struggles and Changes 28:53 Hiding Pain and Seeking Help 30:55 Legacy and Life Choices 32:29 Pageantry and Personal Growth 35:02 The Importance of Authenticity 47:44 Mentorship and Giving Back 54:31 Reflections and Future Plans