Daylight Savings Time

Posted by PageantCast in Holiday on March 14, 2010

As many of you know, time zones are a pet peeve of mine as they make setting up interviews all over the US and abroad complicated…at least for me. So why do we have it? I did a little research and here’s what I found out…

Daylight Saving Time (or summertime as it is called in many countries) is a way of getting more light out of the day by advancing clocks by one hour during the summer. During Daylight Saving Time, the sun appears to rise one hour later in the morning, when people are usually asleep anyway, and sets one hour later in the evening, seeming to stretch the day longer.

The reason DST works is because its saves energy due to less artificial light needed during the evening hours—clocks are set one hour ahead during the spring, and one hour back to standard time in the autumn. Many countries observe DST, and many do not.

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Benjamin Franklin first suggested Daylight Saving Time in 1784, but it was not until World War I, in 1916, when it was adopted by several counties in Europe that initially rejected the idea.

It is difficult to predict what will happen with Daylight Saving Time in the future. The daylight saving date in many countries may change from time to time due to special events or conditions.The United States, Canada and some other countries extended DST in 2007. The new start date is the second Sunday in March (previously the first Sunday in April) through to the first Sunday in November (previously the last Sunday in October).

Source: http://www.timeanddate.com/time/aboutdst.html

Well, I might not like it, but remember to set those clocks forward and leap into spring!

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YouTube Theater: Paper Dolls

Posted by PageantCast in YouTube on March 13, 2010

YouTube Theater

Jayme Dawicki, Miss Wisconsin 2002, was one of my first guests on my radio show “back in the day.”

Now, Jayme is out there as a musical artist…selling albums…and now producing videos. Too bad, MTV took “Music” out of their name, because I would watch this on MTV if they let me! Let’s watch it here on You Tube theater.

NOTE: To hear this wonderful song, turn off our automagically playing PageantCast episode by clicking on the player on the righthand column. I think this song is a hit. Let us know what you think!

Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4gpna2nMTM

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Illinois Galaxy Pageants this weekend in Dixon, IL

Posted by PageantCast in On The Road on March 12, 2010

Stephanie Daughenbaugh & Britt Harrison

This weekend, I was pleased to attend the Illinois Galaxy Pageants in Dixon, IL. The beautiful ladies competing for the four crowns up for grabs were a lovely group and it was ex citing to meet them all.

Orientation began with a brief introduction by Stephanie Daughenbaugh, Ms. Galaxy International 2010.  Britt Harrison announced that Stephanie will be taking over as the new director of Illinois Galaxy Pageants. It was a tear-filled goodbye to a show Britt loved to produce.
Miss Chicago (MAO) April Strong was introduced as the choreographer for the pageant and we were off to a strong start for the pageant weekend.
Pictured here, we have the outgoing and incoming directors for the Illinois Galaxy Pageants, Britt Harrison and Stephanie Daughenbaugh.
Join us tomorrow for the great pageant in Dixon, IL at 6:30 p.m. at the Dixon Historical Theater. I’ll save a seat for you.
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Website of the Week: The NEW Galaxy Pageants website

Posted by PageantCast in Website of the Week on March 12, 2010

PageantCast Website of the Week

The Galaxy Pageants have gone through a complete website overhaul, and I like it!

Galaxy International Pageant

The old website had been slowly evolving since Dr. Laurie passed the system along to Maria Torres and after all these years, the website now gets a great makeover. Galaxy had, back in 2004 or so, the best website in pageantry. Since then, the rest of the world has slowly been catching up. With this move, Galaxy returns to its leader position in pageantry websites…well, at least, they are running with the top sites again.

They have more easy-to-use menus…great photo viewing…quick links to the pageant titleholders and the pageant application and an attractive design. Give it a look and let us know if you like it, too.

The only aspect of a modern pageant website that we found missing (so far!) is the appearance or titleholder blog, but I can see where it would be easy to add in the future.

Website: http://galaxypageants.com/

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Reigning Miss USA Kristen Dalton comes to PageantCast!

Posted by PageantCast in Guest Announcements on March 11, 2010

Kristen Dalton, Miss USA 2009

Kristen Dalton, Miss USA 2009

Well, this is a big announcement.

Thanks to all the great folks over at the Miss USA/Miss Universe offices in New York, we’ve been able to sit down and score an interview with the reigning Miss USA 2009, Kristen Dalton.
Kristen is a wonderful young lady with spirit, energy, and charm to spare. Here she discusses her work for breast cancer, salsa dancing, how to adjust to the sights and sounds of New York, and her roommate, Miss Universe Stefania Fernandez.
We get some great insight into what it means to be Miss USA and how to adapt to the incredible pressures that go along with the opportunity and excitement.
You won’t want to miss this exciting interview with the reigning Miss USA 2009, Kristen Dalton…coming soon to the PageantCast!
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Carolina International Pageant: The Video

Posted by PageantCast in On The Road, YouTube on March 10, 2010

We put together a video remix of our recent trip to Greensboro, NC for the Carolina International Pageant. Hope you enjoy it!

Create your own video slideshow at animoto.com.

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PageantCast 231

Posted by PageantCast in Podcast Show Notes on March 9, 2010

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LIVE! Pageant Review: Carolina International Pageant 2010

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LIVE! Pageant Review: Carolina International Pageant 2010

This week’s show:

  1. Introduction by Caitlin Morrall
  2. Opening Notes
    Interview with Kristen Dalton, Miss USA 2009 coming soon!
    Carolina International Pageant Results
  3. Thank you for participating in the PageantCast!
    e-mail: pageantcast@gmail.com
    Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/pageantcast
    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pageantcast
    Website: http://www.pageantcast.com/
  4. PSA: Joy Wadsworth, Alabama’s 40’s (BOA)
    Miracle League
    http://www.miracleleague.com
    http://justjoysroyalappearances.blogspot.com/
  5. LIVE! from Carolina International Pageant
  6. Leslie Smith, Miss Conway International – Now, Miss South Carolina International 2010
  7. Callie Davis, Miss Myrtle Beach International (SC)
  8. Stephany White, Mrs. North Augusta International (SC)
  9. Lashana Goff, Mrs. Columbia International – Now, Mrs. South Carolina International 2010
  10. Amanda Dunagan, Mrs. Mecklenburg County International (NC)
  11. Kristie Tobias, Miss Peidmont Triad International – Now, Miss North Carolina International 2010
  12. Kimberly White, Mrs. Queen City International (NC)
  13. PageantCast Contest : Drawing for a listing on HouseOfPageantry.com
  14. Today’s Sponsor: GoDaddy.com
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  15. PODSAFE MUSIC courtesy of Music Alley
     One Two Three by Carlos Bertonatti
  16. Hayley Mac ID
  17. RANT: Miss America loses TLC contract…what is its future?
  18. Thank you for participating in the PageantCast!
    e-mail: pageantcast@gmail.com
    Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/pageantcast
    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pageantcast
    Website: http://www.pageantcast.com/
  19. LIVE! from Carolina International Pageant
  20. Lauren Vann, Miss Southeastern International (NC)
  21. Julie Tesh, Miss North Carolina International 2009
  22. Rachel Fenters, Miss Teen Charleston International (SC)
  23. Laura Smith, Mrs. Charleston International (SC)
  24. Megan Willey, Miss Teen Asheville International – Now, Miss North Carolina Teen Internatioanl 2010
  25. Starr Whitten, Miss Teen Lexington County International – Now, Miss South Carolina Teen International 2010
  26. Aimee Moser, Miss Charlotte International (NC)
  27. Closing
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YouTube Theater: Miss USA Video Blog – 3

Posted by PageantCast in YouTube on March 8, 2010

YouTube Theater

Miss USA continues to put out great content.

Hear what Kristen has to say about the Viennese Opera Ball, co-hosting a Chinese TV special, and changing her hair color.

Kristen Dalton is a lovely Miss USA and I think her innate charm and wonderful personality is really on display here. Let us know what you think by shooting us an e-mail at pageantcast@gmail.com

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Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=go7yMVC1K7U

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Coming soon to the PageantCast: Charissa Payer, Ms. American Renaissance 2009

Posted by PageantCast in Guest Announcements on March 7, 2010

Charissa Payer, Ms. American Renaissance 2009

Charissa Payer, Ms. American Renaissance 2009, is returning to the PageantCast soon. Charissa has been on the show before…as Beauties of America’s 40 2006 and Ms. United America 2007…and has decided to return to PageantCast for another great interview.

Charissa has had quite the pageantry career and she explains to us all about how pageantry has changed her life, her convictions, and her life skills. It’s an inspirational discussion with a master.
As you know, I love talking to Charissa, so cutting down the interview was a challenging process, but I think you’ll all be pleased with our results.
Charissa Payer, Ms. American Renaissance 2009


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Kelly Anne Beile, Miss U.S. Beauties 2009, comes to the PageantCast!

Posted by PageantCast in Guest Announcements on March 6, 2010

Kelly Anne Beile, Miss U.S. Beauties 2009

Kelly Anne Beile, Miss U.S. Beauties 2009, was interviewed for a future PageantCast.

Kelly has an extensive modeling and pageant background and she shares it all with us when she joins us on the PageantCast.

You’re going to enjoy the interview so make sure to keep an eye on our feed for the podcast!

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