Get ready for a wild ride on "Beyond the Torch" as Leslie and Todd welcome the legendary Sandra Diaz-Twine, two-time winner of the Survivor and truly a Queen both on the show and off! This episode is packed with laughter, heartfelt stories, and behind-the-scenes secrets. From Sandra’s humble beginnings and her journey to Survivor stardom, to hilarious tales of corn mazes shaped like her face and bargain-hunting adventures, you’ll see why Sandra is beloved by fans and castaways alike. The conversation dives deep into friendship, family, and the life-changing power of reality TV, all sprinkled with Sandra’s signature humor and warmth.

Bullet Points of Interest:

• Sandra reveals how she went from military life to Survivor legend—winning twice!
• Heartfelt fan stories about how Survivor helped them through tough times.
• Hilarious recounting of a corn maze in Missouri shaped like Sandra’s face (and getting lost in it!).
• Sandra’s tips for bargain shopping—even after winning $2 million!
• Behind-the-scenes casting secrets and what it’s really like to be labeled a “villain.”
• The importance of Survivor’s fan community and how it’s changed the castaways’ lives.
• Fun facts: Sandra’s love for animals, puzzles, and her “animal sanctuary” at home.
• Honest talk about reality TV fame, family, and why Sandra is still so down-to-earth.

Beyond the Torch is hosted by Todd Herzog & Leslie Nease from Survivor China. Produced and edited by Leslie Nease. Artwork by Leslie Nease. To contact them, email [email protected]! 

This podcast is a love letter to Survivor and the people who played it — but just to be clear, we're not connected to CBS or the official Survivor franchise. Just superfans and former castaways telling our stories beyond the torch.

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