Beyond the Crown: The Women of Mrs. Maharlika

Beyond the Crown: The Women of Mrs. Maharlika

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Beyond the Crown: The Women of Mrs. Maharlika episodes

  • Sneak Peek: Ryv Farah Howell🎙

    Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026 Candidate #7

    Full episode drops on Sunday at 10pm MST

    YouTube - www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheCrown-Maharlika

    Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyBeyondThe-CrownMMID

    Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/ApplePodcastBeyondTheCrownMMID

    1 min
  • Beyond the Crown: Our Conversation with Candidate #6, Mary Jane Brooks – Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026

    In this episode, we sit down with Mary Jane “MJ” Brooks from Northern Samar, a passionate chef whose love for cooking goes beyond the kitchen. MJ shares her journey as a culinary professional, her joy in preparing food for others, and how family remains at the heart of everything she does. Join us for a warm and flavorful conversation filled with stories, passion, and the comfort of home.

    Stay proud, stay kind, and stay Maharlika. Stay proud, stay kind, and stay Maharlika.

    #mrsmaharlikaidaho#mrsmaharlikaidaho2026 #PageantJourney #FilipinaEmpowerment #pageanttalk#BeyondTheCrown #pinoy #pinoyabroad #FilipinoPride

    15 min
  • Sneak Peek: Mary Jane "MJ" Brooks

    Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026 Candidate #6

    Full episode drops on Sunday at 10pm MST

    YouTube - www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheCrown-Maharlika

    Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyBeyondThe-CrownMMID

    Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/ApplePodcastBeyondTheCrownMMID

    #mrsmaharlikaidaho #mrsmaharlikaidaho2026 #PageantJourney #FilipinaEmpowerment #pageanttalk #BeyondTheCrown #pinoy #pinoyabroad #FilipinoPride

    1 min
  • Beyond the Crown: Our Conversation with Candidate #5, Patti Ann Wheeler – Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026

    From Angeles City to Idaho, Patti Ann Wheeler shares her story as a proud half Filipina, half American. A happily married mother of two who loves cooking and karaoke, Patti Ann opens up about her roots, her journey, and how her husband continues to inspire and support her. She also reflects on why she chose to wait and join Mrs. Maharlika–Idaho at the right time after delaying her 2023 participation.

    Stay proud, stay kind, and stay Maharlika.

    #mrsmaharlikaidaho #mrsmaharlikaidaho2026 #PageantJourney #FilipinaEmpowerment #pageanttalk #BeyondTheCrown #pinoy #pinoyabroad #FilipinoPride

    19 min
  • Sneak Peek: Patti Ann Wheeler🎙

    Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026 Candidate #5

    Full episode drops on Sunday at 10pm MST

    YouTube - www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheCrown-Maharlika

    Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyBeyondThe-CrownMMID

    Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/ApplePodcastBeyondTheCrownMMID

    1 min
  • Beyond the Crown: Our Conversation with Candidate #4, Sunshine Thompson – Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026

    In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sunshine Thompson, whose journey began on the streets of Mandaluyong. Caring for her younger siblings at just 5 years old and seeking help wherever she could, Sunshine eventually found refuge in an adoption center—a turning point that led her to the Thompson family and a new life in the United States.

    Stay proud, stay kind, and stay Maharlika.

    #mrsmaharlikaidaho #mrsmaharlikaidaho2026 #PageantJourney #FilipinaEmpowerment #pageanttalk #BeyondTheCrown #pinoy #pinoyabroad #FilipinoPride


    34 min
  • Sneak Peek: Sunshine Thompson Interview🎙

    Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026 Candidate #4

    Full episode drops on Sunday at 10pm MST

    YouTube - www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheCrown-Maharlika

    Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyBeyondThe-CrownMMID

    Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/ApplePodcastBeyondTheCrownMMID

    1 min
  • Beyond the Crown: Our Conversation with Candidate #3, Mary Rose Sanchez – Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026

    In this episode of Beyond the Crown, Chai sits down with Mary Rose Sanchez for a heartfelt and insightful conversation. She shares the moments that shaped her, the spark that led her to the Mrs. Maharlika–Idaho stage, and the beautiful ways she keeps her Filipino heritage alive here in Idaho. We end with a lighthearted quick-fire round that brings out Mary Rose’s playful side.

    Stay proud, stay kind, and stay Maharlika.

    #mrsmaharlikaidaho #mrsmaharlikaidaho2026 #PageantJourney #FilipinaEmpowerment #pageanttalk #BeyondTheCrown #pinoy #pinoyabroad #FilipinoPride


    23 min
  • Sneak Peek: Mary Rose Sanchez Interview

    Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026 Candidate #3

    Full episode drops on Sunday at 10pm MST

    YouTube - www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheCrown-Maharlika

    Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyBeyondThe-CrownMMID

    Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/ApplePodcastBeyondTheCrownMMID

    1 min
  • Beyond the Crown: Our Conversation with Candidate #2, Julie Baldecir Bail– Mrs. Maharlika-Idaho 2026

    In this episode of Beyond the Crown, Chai sits down with Julie to talk about her background, what inspired her to join the pageant, and how she stays connected to Filipino culture while making Idaho her home. We dig into her values and advocacy, hear heartfelt stories, and finish with a playful quick-fire round that shows Julie’s fun side.

     Stay proud, stay kind, and stay Maharlika.

    #mrsmaharlikaidaho #mrsmaharlikaidaho2026 #PageantJourney #FilipinaEmpowerment #pageanttalk #BeyondTheCrown #pinoy #pinoyabroad #FilipinoPride

    11 min

About Beyond the Crown: The Women of Mrs. Maharlika

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Step into the stories behind the sash. Beyond the Crown celebrates the strength, grace, and cultural pride of the women of Mrs. Maharlika. Each episode features heartfelt conversations with current candidates, past winners, and inspiring Filipinas who share the journeys that brought them to the pageant stage — and beyond.