In this episode of Hold My Crown, I sit down with Meagan Tandy Wellington to talk all things acting and pageantry. Meagan shares her journey to the big screen, gives insider tips on how to break into the entertainment industry, and opens up about how pageants helped shape her confidence and career. 👉 ⁠THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY NUTRAFOL — Visit http://Nutrafol.com and use promo code HMC⁠ Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠⁠⁠ Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Hold My Crown, I sit down with Meagan Tandy Wellington to break down all the drama surrounding Miss Universe 2025! In this episode of Hold My Crown, we share insider tips on how to stand out and impress the judges at Miss USA! Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down the real cost of competing—from entry fees to gowns, coaching, and those hidden expenses no one talks about. But don’t worry—we’re not just exposing the price tag; we’re also sharing insider tips and budget-friendly hacks to help you save money without sacrificing your chances of winning. If you're dreaming of the crown but worried about the cost, this episode is a must-listen! Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Hold My Crown, we share insider tips on how to stand out and impress the judges at Miss USA! This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol. Go to Nutrafol.com and use promo code HMC. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode of Hold My Crown, we share our wild birth story! From speeding to the hospital to almost going into labor, this is one episode you absolutely don’t want to miss! Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back for Season 3 of Hold My Crown!In this episode, we talk about life updates, marriage, and answer some fan questions.We even have a special guest… baby Adelaide! THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY NUTRAFOLFind out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand at Nutrafol.com using promo code HMC. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Hold My Crown was recorded before I gave birth. So much has changed since then! In this special pre-baby chat, we talk about what’s next for us, reflect on where we are, and share a few thoughts on what the future holds. Don’t worry, we’ll be back soon with even more to share!! THIS PODCAST IS SPONSORED BY NUTRAFOL Go to http://nutrafol.com, promo code HMC. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have the amazing Hilary Cruz joining us today! Buckle up as Hilary spills the tea on her days as Miss Teen USA, her wild adventures in reality TV both in front of and behind the camera, and the moment she discovered her favorite singer hanging out in her kitchen! And yes, there are some juicy Trump stories you won't believe! Tune in for a fun and unforgettable episode! Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at instagram.com/Realniasanchez and Daniel Booko at instagram.com/Danielbooko If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting is a wild ride, and let’s be real—none of us have it all figured out! Today, we sit down with Nick and Lauren Mulenos to swap tips, tricks, and stories about raising toddlers and twins. Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned pro, you won't want to miss this fun and insightful conversation! Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at instagram.com/Realniasanchez and Daniel Booko at instagram.com/Danielbooko If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Hold My Crown, we’re talking all things Miss USA—from the recent resignations to what’s next for the pageant world. Will Miss USA be canceled? Let’s get into it.   THIS PODCAST IS SPONSORED BY NUTRAFOL Go to http://nutrafol.com, promo code HMC. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part Two is here – and it’s even more real. We pick up right where we left off, peeling back more layers and sharing the moments we didn’t get to last time. More laughs, more truth, and more of the story you’ve been waiting for. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we’re getting personal. We’re sharing how we grew up, what shaped us, challenged us, and helped us become who we are today. From childhood memories to the moments that tested our strength, we open up about it all. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel takes us behind the scenes of his unforgettable night on Watch What Happens LiveHe’s  spilling all the tea! Tune in for the inside scoop on what really happens when the cameras start rolling. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media GroupIf you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Tara Conner—former Miss USA, TV host, TEDx speaker, and outspoken recovery advocate. After facing a very public battle with addiction during her reign in 2006, Tara transformed her life and became a beacon of hope for others struggling with substance use. With raw honesty and unflinching courage, she shares her journey of redemption, resilience, and purpose. Tune in as Tara discusses what it means to "Recover Out Loud" and how she’s using her platform to break the stigma surrounding addiction and advocate for lasting change Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group THIS PODCAST IS SPONSORED BY NUTRAFOL 🔗 Go to Nutrafol.com — Use promo code: HMC at checkout! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we talk about juggling press for The Valley Season 2, moving with three kids under 4, and adding one more to the mix. It’s a wild ride, but somehow we’re making it happen… And hey, I’ve got a crown to hold, right? Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at ⁠instagram.com/Realniasanchez⁠ and Daniel Booko at ⁠instagram.com/Danielbooko⁠ If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to ⁠podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Hold My Crown, I spill all my regrets on Watch What Happens Live! From sweating in the hot seat to loving every second with Kristen by my side. Make sure you watch The Valley on Bravo every Tuesday and streaming the next day on Peacock!   Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at instagram.com/Realniasanchez and Daniel Booko at instagram.com/Danielbooko If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miss wolrd is right around the corner! In this episode of Hold My Crown, Shree Saini, Miss World America 2022-2023 and 1st Runner-Up at Miss World, shares her top tips for acing interviews and standing out. From mastering confidence to telling your story with impact, Shree reveals how her journey as a burns survivor and heart patient shaped her approach to success. Tune in for expert advice and inspiration! Produced by Juliana Destefano at YEA MEDIA GROUP If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at instagram.com/Realniasanchez and Daniel Booko at instagram.com/Danielbooko If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Valley Season 2 is here! In this episode, we talk all about the premiere and a little bit about life, too. Tune in to The Valley every Tuesday on Bravo, with episodes streaming the next day on Peacock. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at instagram.com/Realniasanchez and Daniel Booko at instagram.com/Danielbooko If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yep, you heard that right — WE ARE MOVING..... TO SANTA CLARITA! In today’s episode, we’re sharing all the details about our big move, including the entire process of buying a house. Plus, Daniel reveals how he convinced me to make the leap to Santa Clarita! Tune in to hear all about our journey and the excitement (and challenges) that come with finding the perfect home. This episode Is Sponsored by Nutrafol! Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off any order! Enjoy free shipping when you subscribe. Go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code HMCGIFT. Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at instagram.com/Realniasanchez and Daniel Booko at instagram.com/Danielbooko If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Hold My Crown, Daniel and I get personal about our experiences navigating relationships in the pageant world. From the excitement of winning a title to the pressures that come with the crown, we share what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. How do relationships survive the demands of competition, travel, and public expectations? Can love truly withstand the spotlight? Produced by Juliana DeStefano at YEA Media Group If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Follow Nia Sanchez at instagram.com/Realniasanchez and Daniel Booko at instagram.com/Danielbooko If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Nia as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices