3 chapters across the catalog
The 2017 Miss Universe pageant, held in the Philippines, is analyzed for its production quality and political undertones. The hosts discuss the inclusion of Miss Canada, Siera Bearchell, who was labeled by some as a "plus-size" contestant. They also critique Steve Harvey's performance as host following his high-profile mistake in the previous year's competition.
The Q&A segment of the Miss Universe pageant featured several political questions regarding Donald Trump and the global refugee crisis. Miss France, the eventual winner, spoke in favor of open borders and globalization, which the hosts suggest influenced her victory. The segment also covers responses from Miss Kenya and Miss Haiti regarding human rights and political leadership.
A comparison of pageant standards under Donald Trump's ownership versus the current management highlights changes in contestant selection and stage behavior. Observations include a shift toward mixed-race contestants, such as Miss France, and a perceived lack of discipline regarding "duckface" expressions and mugging for the camera during the broadcast.
