Tara Wheeler: Bloom Where You're Planted
Tara Wheeler, Miss Virginia 2008, went from not placing in her very first pageant to standing on the Miss America stage just a few years later. In this episode, Tara shares how breaking stereotypes shaped her journey. From ice hockey goalie to news anchor, from freelance reporter to primetime host, and now to military spouse, dance fitness instructor, and nonprofit leader - Tara has found her way no matter where life has taken her.We talk about identity after the crown, chasing big dreams while bartending at 2 a.m., navigating career pivots, and learning to “bloom where you’re planted.”You…
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