Show notes
Beauty pageants project an image of inspiring glitz and glamour. Often contestants enter these competitions to boost their confidence and take advantage of the platform they provide.
But, there are plenty of critics who argue they objectify women, and are out of place in a world striving for gender equality. In this week’s Why Factor, Sandra Kanthal asks: in an age of female empowerment, why do women still compete in beauty pageants?Presented and Produced by Sandra Kanthal
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Binibining Pilipinas 2010- Crowning MomentAudio: From Youtube footage Credit: Name: tpageantVirtually Viral – Guys Go Insane over Miss Philippines Audio: From Youtube footage Credit: Name: Virtually ViralMiss Universe 2015Audio: From Youtube footage Credit: Name: Vevo/FoxMiss Peru 2017Audio: From Youtube footage Credit: Name: Guardian NewsPhoto: Silhouette of woman holding a beauty queen crown
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