Think beauty queens are the Antichrist of authenticity? Well, think again. At least that is so not the case with former Miss USA, Erin Brady. Erin Hatzikostas (co-host) meets with Erin Brady (Former Miss USA). Erin B shares her highly unlikely journey to becoming Miss USA, including the very prominent and real role that being her total authentic-self played in her success.  While it was clear that Erin H's 8-year-old son wasn't all that impressed, you'll be incredibly inspired by her story, the lessons she shares, and how to 'just go for it'. (What you'll, unfortunately, miss hearing/seeing is the huge smudge of mascara Erin H had on her face after laughing with Erin B for hours that night. She is one funny chick!) Check out b BRILLIANT, Erin's unique and totally authentic career coaching program:  If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Here are some options... Check out the b BRILLIANT career coaching program @   b Cause Podcast Facebook group @ We share even more crazy stuff here (you probably thought that was impossible).  Take our simple, fun and insightful "What Kind of Dog Are You At Work?" by going to  We have so much fun stuff going on...we wouldn't want you to miss out - join the authenticity movement and our community by adding your email just about anywhere @  Check out our blog for more of our no-BS career advice @ We have fun and inspiring t-shirts @ DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsuitable for younger audiences.  Tweetable Comments: "It's very easy to talk yourself out of something because you come up with a bazillion reasons why it's not the right time, the right fit. I feel like you just have to be able to dig deep and say, you know what, I'm going to go for it." "So I watch a few YoutTube videos - thank God for YouTube - and long story short, I end up winning Miss Connecticut." "They called me 'Beauty and Brains'" "Well, it could have been worse - 'Boobs and Beauty'" "Yes, you're right, it could have been worse." "This is just something that happened to me, it's not a defining factor. IT was my ability to take my authentic Erin-isms and put them out into the world for a whole year." "Beauty is abstract, it's different for everyone. For me, it's in the heart." "I learn so much about myself through others." "I've seen really cool things, I've lived a pretty crazy five years, but like everyone else I want to work hard, move, and succeed." "It sucks to be them." "You're a much friendlier ghost than Nicole."