Here She Is

This is a brand new podcast and, WOW, I love these ladies! Karissa and Jaime are so down to earth. I love their energy and insightful questions. So far I’ve listened to the first two interviews and found them fascinating, inspiring and fun! Women supporting women and spotlighting women’s accomplishments is what we need more of! So refreshing!

Jaime Fox Hardwick and Karissa Horowitz know the Miss America program from having personally experienced being on the “Big Stage”, however their podcast isn’t only about the experience of being a State representative, or about not winning the Miss America crown. It’s about what happens after that experience. What their guests discuss will be of interest to all women and even men who have lost something they strived to win or accomplish, and how they overcame that loss. It’s about how their life changed and how they used that change to grow, learn, accomplish and attain a life to be happy with and proud of. It’s fun, entertaining, interesting and informative. You’ll love Jaime and Karissa, and be glad you tuned in. Enjoy!

This podcast is such a gem—especially for anyone who's ever come in second, third, or didn't "win" at all… and still went on to win at life. Miss’d America is hosted by Karissa and Jaime, two smart, funny women who know the Miss America world inside and out. Each episode features former contestants who didn’t take home the crown but walked away with something far more powerful: resilience, grit, and a story worth telling. The conversations are raw, uplifting, and refreshingly honest. These women open up about the disappointments, the awkward moments, and the big pivots—and how not being “the one” actually set them up for something greater. Some built careers, started businesses, found healing, or used their platforms to spark real change. And Karissa and Jaime guide every episode with heart and humor, making you feel like you're right there on the couch with them. Whether you’ve ever worn a crown or just felt like the “almost” girl in your own story, this podcast is a beautiful reminder that your impact isn’t defined by a title—it’s defined by what you do next. Highly recommend it for women in midlife, for former pageant gals, and honestly… for anyone navigating the in-betweens of life.

I have always thought someone should talk about the winners who did not take home the crown! There are 49 for every year that Miss America has been in existence. I’m so excited to hear these stories.