Welcome to Season 2 of the Standing Tall Podcast. This is my attempt to connect more with you and share other areas of my life, not just pertaining to modeling. In this episode I'll be discussing things I wish I knew about modeling, dating again after a break up, my secret to finally getting a little leaner and more!

Today we have our first returning guest, Miriam Rautert! If you remember or haven’t listened to her first episode with us yet, Miriam shared with us how she started modeling as a 5’4” petite model in Germany, her experience in Miss Universe and a bit of her international experience in London and Cape Town. In today’s episode I’m planning on touching base with Miriam about her experience being in Germany’s Next Top Model,  discuss more about her insights modeling in different countries as well as walking the runway!

Hi everyone! In today's episode I'm going to be answering your questions about modeling, my workout routine, my boob job, and many more!

In today's episode of the Standing Tall Podcast we have fashion attorney and former model Kaitlin Puccio. She shares with us what to look for in a modeling contract, how to negotiate it and how to spot a red flag. Plus, she answers if its possible to get out of a contract before it's over and how much would it cost to get a lawyer involved in any of these stages.

Danielle Gray shares with us her experience being signed to top modeling agency Wilhelmina as a 5'4'' petite model. She fills us in with how she made the tough decision to leave Wilhelmina after 5 years and how her journey of self submitting to other agencies wasn't as easy she thought it would be. 

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Crystal van Commenee shares with us that even at 5’9’’ the modeling journey can still be tough. She shares with us the different ways she tried in order to get signed to agencies as well as the importance of staying true to yourself in an industry that can push you to unhealthy standards. She opens up about why you shouldn’t compare yourself to other models and why your insecurities shouldn’t stop you from pursuing this career.   

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Spanish petite and curvy model Alicia Gutierrez applied 15 times to top modeling agency One Management before she got signed and moved to the US. Now as an international model, she talks about the mentality that has helped her get this far and book shoots for Glossier, H&M, Target, Glamour magazine & Vogue Magazine to name a few.   

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In today's episode of the Standing Tall Podcast I interview 5'2'' petite model Zoe Elyse who has modeled for brands like GAP, ASOS, Urban Decay, All Saints to name just a few. We talk about the real side of modeling, dealing with slow season, negative thoughts and feeling defeated, acne, getting nervous over castings, and how much personality and being yourself matters.

Danielle Littleford opens up to us about how she made it to the runway after struggling as a child in the foster care system. We also talk about handling money as a model, rejection and overcoming insecurities.

In today's episode I interview CPA Kevin Andrade, owner of Spark Tax Services to answer your most common tax related questions. We dive into whether it's better to do an LLC or not, what can you write off and how to use expenses in your favor plus Kevin shares with us great tips on how to organize your documents, submit your taxes and be prepared for an audit. You can find Kevin on IG @KevinCPA and @SparkTaxServices