The Model Way Podcast

From Mom to Momager 💼✨

Jillian Mueller joins us on The Model Way to open up about guiding her daughter through the world of modeling—from agency decisions to letting go as a mom. From the allure of Paris to the hard truths of the industry, she shares the fears, growth, and beauty of watching her daughter rise.

🎙️ A real talk on ambition, boundaries, and what it really means to support your child’s dream without living it for them.

🎙️ Tune in for a raw, honest convo on self-worth, food, and choosing a life that feels as good as it looks.

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🎙 This week on The Model Way Podcast

We’re joined by Michael Brennan—a seasoned actor, master of ceremonies, and personal coach with 25+ years in the business.

Together, we explore the power of model and talent expos, how they create real opportunities, and why they’ve become a true family-first experience that helps build confidence and community.

Whether you’re a parent, aspiring talent, or just curious about how expos really work, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and tools for growth.

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Quarter-Life Crisis, Hallmark Movies, and Finding Purpose Through EXPO

Meet Drew Ahrens – actress, model, and director at Images Model & Talent. From getting bullied as a “chubby ginger” to booking her first acting gig with one line and no experience, Drew’s journey is as raw and inspiring as it gets.

In this episode, Drew opens up about discovering herself after a quarter-life crisis, how EXPO helped her find her calling, and what it's like juggling law school prep, modeling, and leading talent. Oh—and you’ll meet her adorable service animal, Louie 🐾

Watch till the end for a powerful moment about transformation, mentorship, and why Drew keeps coming back to EXPO year after year.

✨ “Wake-up call. Quarter-life crisis over. I'm finally doing what I’m meant to do.”

🎬 Hit play and get inspired.

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Is modeling still a dream career—or is it slowly being replaced by digital clones?

In this raw and revealing episode of The Model Way Podcast, host Lenny Wheeler sits down with Lyndon Winchester, founder of HOP Models & Talent Agency. Lyndon’s been in the industry since age 4, starting in front of the camera and now shaping the careers of models and actors nationwide.

Together, they unpack the real challenges of making it in today’s modeling world—where hype often outweighs hustle, and AI-generated talent is becoming a serious competitor.

🔥 Inside the episode:

Why modeling isn’t an overnight success game

What agents actually want from new talent

The truth about social media “fame”

How AI is shaking up the future of modeling

What it takes to build a long-term brand in a noisy industry

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📖 Description:

She said yes to every opportunity — and built an empire because of it.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Estela Trevizo, the powerhouse CEO of Bella Modeling School, to uncover how a tall Latina from Texas turned weekend photo shoots and runway gigs into one of the most respected modeling academies in the industry.

Estela opens up about:

Getting scouted just for being herself

The real grind behind modeling (it’s not all contracts and glam)

Juggling a corporate job, college, and her modeling dream

How a no-show runway coach unexpectedly kickstarted her career as a mentor

What it took to build Bella from the ground up

Whether you're a model, a dreamer, or a future founder — this episode will hit home. 🌟

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They might see your face — but it’s your energy they’ll remember. Mindset isn’t optional. It’s the foundation. Unplug when you need to. Reconnect with who you are. Confidence? That’s not something you’re born with — it’s something you build. And that voice in your head? You don’t have to silence it… just don’t let it lead.

This one’s for anyone training not just the body — but the mind.

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In this powerful conversation with renowned psychologist Dr. Yasmine Saad, we unpack a truth that’s rarely talked about:

Negative emotions aren’t problems to be solved — they’re messages waiting to be understood.

From childhood conditioning to emotional overwhelm in adulthood, Dr. Saad breaks down how our internal “fire alarms” go off when we’re out of alignment with our deepest values — like harmony, beauty, or connection.

You’ll learn:

Why pain doesn’t always mean trauma — it can mean misalignment

How sadness is often a signal that you're not giving yourself what you truly need

Why emotional intensity (especially in women and creatives) is misunderstood

How to pause and decode your feelings instead of getting consumed by them

Whether you’re healing, supporting someone else, or just trying to make sense of what you feel — this episode offers real clarity.

Featuring: Dr. Yasmine Saad, licensed clinical psychologist & founder of Madison Park Psychological Services.

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Fresh off the Paris model convention, Lenny Wheeler returns with one powerful message: Confidence is the real currency. In this solo episode of The Model Way Podcast, we break down what truly separates a standout model from the rest — and spoiler alert, it’s not just looks.

💬 From runways and castings to private agent convos in the City of Light, this episode explores:

    •    What real confidence looks like in high-pressure environments

    •    How to build it even when you’re full of fear

    •    The difference between cockiness and quiet power

    •    Why Paris showed that belief walks louder than beauty ever could

🎧 Episode Breakdown:

• 0:00 – Intro & Hook

• 1:00 – Paris Atmosphere & Powerful Moments

• 5:00 – Confidence vs. Cockiness

• 10:00 – How Confidence Is Built

• 15:00 – What Agents Look for at Castings

• 20:00 – Real Lessons from Paris

• 25:00 – Weekly Confidence Challenge

• 28:00 – Outro + What’s Next

✨ Power Quote:

“Paris didn’t change me — it reminded me. I’m in the right room, and so are you.”

🎯 Challenge of the Week:

• Record yourself walking into a room like a casting

• Say something you’ve been scared to say

• Stand in the mirror and name 3 wins from your week

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In this empowering episode of The Model Way Podcast, host Lenny Wheeler sits down with model Alex Strawn to share the raw, real journey from student to runway.

At just 14, Alex dipped her toes into the modeling world, balancing school and castings while navigating the uncertainty of youth. Modeling was never her main focus—until a chance meeting with Lenny changed everything. Now, she’s opening up about the challenges, turning points, and what it really takes to chase a dream in an industry that doesn’t always play fair.

Get ready for a bold, honest conversation about ambition, resilience, and redefining what it means to be a model today.

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Episode Title: “How She Found Her Confidence with Reissen V. Blum”

The Model Way Podcast | Hosted by Lenny Wheeler

In this inspiring episode of The Model Way Podcast, host Lenny Wheeler sits down with rising model Reissen V. Blum to explore the journey of finding true confidence in an industry that often tests it.

From small-town beginnings to the fast-paced world of New York City, Reissen opens up about leaving home, chasing her dreams, and the emotional resilience it took to become a signed, working model. She shares how she overcame self-doubt, rejection, and the pressure to be perfect—and how confidence became her superpower both on set and in life.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever questioned their worth or wondered if they have what it takes. Spoiler: You do.

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