BS with Bethany Simko

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I'm Turning 24!! Sep 02, 2026

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I'm 24!! This year has been full of new adventures in old places. I've moved in with my boyfriend in Utah, settled into school, went to Miss Utah, got a cat, and did a LOT of therapy.

Let's talk about it

xoxo, Beth

Pretty Girls Have Medical Debt Too May 15, 2026

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TW: ED

I'm having a little "quarter-life-reckoning" right now and girl it's so uncomfortable. I know I say all the time, "growth is uncomfortable," but being inside the actual moment of growth is so scary and confusing.

Today I'm getting super vulnerable about how my finances have faired in the influencer economy and the reality behind my lifestyle.

This year has humbled me, it really has.

I know I'm being shaped into an even more vibrant version of myself, but it's not a pretty process.

As you listen, I hope you feel seen or inspired in some way. You are not alone,

xoxo,

Beth

Consent isn't "Fine, Whatever" Mar 09, 2026

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*TRIGGER WARNING* Very explicit episode. I talk about definitions of rape in moderate detail, outdated mindsets, and other facets of SA that may cause emotional distress.

This week I tried to complete an SA victim advocate training at The Refuge Utah, and it brought up so many emotions. So, let's talk about it.

There are resources for you!! Call 1-800-656-4673 if you or a loved one needs help.

xoxo, Bethany

ER trips, Family Drama, and Missed Flights Jan 12, 2026

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Girl where do I even start? This was mid December (finally getting around to editing it) and things haven't slowed down since. We already need another catch up episode...but for now here's my week from hell

xoxo, Bethany

New BF, New AP, New PR, and New Cat Dec 16, 2025

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Girl it's been way too long and I have to fill you in on all the details.

We're talking

- new boyfriend

- new apartment

- new cat

- health issues

- school

also since recording this, i've been to the ER AGAIN and so has my cat...I'll update you guys soon

I RESEARCHED: Is Online Therapy the Same as In Person Therapy? Dec 11, 2025

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Let's get to the research ✨For an interpersonal communications class I'm taking at university right now, they had us studying a topic of our choice during the semester. I chose to see how the lack of nonverbal communication cues impact online therapyBut don't let the academic research scare you, I'm here to chat about everything I learned in a super simple way so you can get allll the info you needSo let's explore- Is online therapy going to be as effective as in person therapy? How about text based therapy? How can I make online therapy work for me? I've got the answers so let's dive in

Money, Mindset, & College Round 2 Aug 20, 2025

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Join me this week as I discuss a whiplash that none of us saw coming: I'm going back to college.

If you followed me in 2021, you saw the process of me dropping out of college, working full time in Social Media Management, moving to Texas, and eventually doing my own social media full time.

I planned on never looking back.

But the universe has a funny way of sorting things out, and through a strangely coincidentally timed loss of income, I found myself back home just in time to start doing pageants and doing UVU for the fall semester.

In this episode we explore what abundance really means, and how we can keep our own perspective of an "abundance mindset" no matter what number is in our bank accounts.

I'm loving this era of life because I have no idea what's next!

xoxo, Bethany

Pageants, Pain, and Power Moves with Former Miss Utah's Teen | Claire Inouye Rasband Aug 06, 2025

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TW: Suicide

Join us for a vulnerable and deeply inspiring episode with Claire Inouye-Rasband, a former Miss Utah’s Teen, law school-bound powerhouse, and fellow ex-girlfriend (we bonded years ago over dating the same guy).

On this episode we unpack everything from our unexpected bond, to Claires journey from being severely bullied and suicidal in junior high, to becoming a national ambassador, keynote speaker, legislative intern, and of course a pageant icon impacting communities all around Utah.

Claire opens up about how pageants gave her purpose and how service saved her life, with her initiative Project Strength, focused on helping youth build healthy coping mechanisms.

Today we talk real life stereotypes, self-doubts, and the deeper why behind the crown.

I came away from this episode with a newfound love of sisterhood, a re-ignited flame for life, and a few tears in my eyes. I hope you can see yourself in these discussions and give yourself (especially your younger self) a little more grace as you live a life that would make her proud.

Whether you’re a pageant girl or just trying to live a more vibrant life, this episode will leave you laughing, crying, and reevaluating what you’re truly capable of.

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Pageant Chats with Former Miss Utah County | Erika Dalton Jul 25, 2025

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National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673

*Don't hesitate to call or text if you or a loved one is in crisis

Hi loves! Today we have the incredible Erika Dalton with us to chat about her years as a pageant queen, violinist, & Sexual Assault Crisis Advocate.

Join us in our conversation about what it means to be a pageant queen, mindset shifts to deal with 'losing', and the sisterhood involved in supporting those around us as victims of SA.

Erika has built such an important and impactful platform on helping victims of SA, such as herself, to find their power and assist others in finding resources to help them in a time of crisis.

Her work as a crisis advocate has given her so much rich perspective. There's truly so much for each of us to learn from her from today's episode.

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I'd love to hear from you! Comment a moment you've BSed it in your life, or a moment where you found your power

xoxo, Beth

BS It Mindset | My Leap Into the Pageant World Jul 08, 2025

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Surprise! I’m doing a pageant! And honestly, the thought of doing a pageant scares the crap out of me…which is exactly why I’m doing it.

On today’s episode of BS with Bethany Simko, we dive into what exactly “BS It” means and why it’s so important to me.

The BS mindset represents resilience, resourcefulness, and never ever giving up because you are capable of anything. This is so freaking near and dear to my heart, and being able to share this life changing mindset is the one thing keeping me going during my pageant prep.

I can’t wait for more of the world to give themselves permission to BS It.

Whether you tell yourself, “Baby Steps”, “Believe in Self”, or “Bull Sh*t It”, every single one of us already has that grit and passion inside us. My hope is that I can inspire even one of you to take the leap and keep BSing It until you get everything you want out of life.

The Miss Utah County Pageant is on July 12th at 7pm if you’d like to come support!! Can’t wait to see what this new era brings.

If you've ever had any moments of "BSing It" that you're proud of, I'd love to hear from you! You guys inspire me so much and I'm so blessed to have you in this community.

xoxo, your big sis Beth

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