Second Chance Queen
by Kristianna Mrjenovich
Latest episode
China Allen: From Corporate World to Consulting Powerhouse
China Allen: From Corporate World to Consulting Powerhouse
About this podcast
In the Second Chance Queen podcast, Kristianna Mrjenovich shares her personal story of leaving a domestic abuse situation and starting her life over. She discusses her experiences of abuse and emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs of abuse and the need for second chances. She also talks about finding love again and the positive changes she has made in her life, including becoming a pageant queen and advocating for mental health and domestic abuse awareness. Her platform will feature interviews with other empowering women and her husband as a reoccurring guest.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 33 episodes
- China Allen: From Corporate World to Consulting Powerhouse · 1 h 15 min · Episode 33In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, host Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews China Allen, the International Ms. USA 2026. China shares her journey from losing a…
- Misty Lee Coolidge: From Food Insecurity to Confident Pageant Queen · 58 min · Episode 32In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, host Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Misty Lee Coolidge, the newly crowned International Mrs USA 2026. They discuss Misty's…
- Lana Schulenberg: From Equestrian Boots to Pageant Heels · 41 min · Episode 31In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, host Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Lana Schulenberg, a full-time equestrian show jumper, international model, and pageant…
- Sara Dukart: From Childhood Struggles to Mental Health Professional and Volunteer · 48 min · Episode 30In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Sara Dukart, a passionate advocate for mental health and suicide prevention. Sara shares her…
- Nicole Missios: From Autism Diagnosis to Dreaming Beyond The Spectrum · 40 min · Episode 29In this episode, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Nicole Missios, a 24-year-old National Finalist for the Australia Legacy Pageants. Nicole shares her journey of being diagnosed…
- Sue Payne: From Sudden Voice Disorder Diagnosis to An Advocate Voice With Dysphonia International · 1 h 9 min · Episode 28In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Sue Payne, a member of the board of directors for Dysphonia International. Sue shares her…
- Bella Schmidt: From Sales to Making Dreams Come True · 39 min · Episode 27In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, host Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Isabella "Bella" Schmidt, co-founder of Jexy and vice president of CEO Chicks. Bella…
- Isabelle Kratz: From Victim of Bullying to Advocate of Mental Health and Body Image · 58 min · Episode 26In this episode, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Isabelle Kratz, Miss Teen Galaxy Australia 2025, who shares her journey of overcoming bullying and mental health struggles…
- Nikia Rockley: Near Fatal Horse Accident to Galloping Towards a National Crown · 44 min · Episode 25In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Nikia Rockley, a passionate advocate for heart health and seasoned pageant competitor. Nikia…
- Nilu Karunaratne: From Postpartum Depression and Anxiety to Empowering Mothers · 49 min · Episode 24In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, host Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Nilu Karuna Ratne, a national finalist in the Australia Galaxy Pageant 2025. Nilu shares…
- Mary Dunham: From Being Adopted to Reunited and Making Up Lost Time · 59 min · Episode 23In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Mary Dunham, a professional henna artist and former Mrs. Maine International, who shares her…
- Second Chance Queen: The Silent Struggles Healing After Abuse · 29 min · Episode 22In this episode, Kristianna Mrjenovich, the Second Chance Queen, shares her personal journey of healing after experiencing abuse. She discusses the challenges of transitioning to…
- Lisa Bennett: From Heart Condition to Heart of Service · 53 min · Episode 21In this inspiring conversation, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Lisa Bennett, the first Ms Universal Petite Australia 2025, who shares her powerful journey of resilience after…
- Second Chance Queen: Past, Present and Future Self Care · 25 min · Episode 20In this episode, Kristianna Mrjenovich, the Second Chance Queen, discusses the pivotal role of self-care in building confidence and maintaining mental health. She breaks down…
- Chloe Mae Page: From Limited Range of Motion to Unlimited Performance Potential · 55 min · Episode 19In this episode, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Chloe Mae Page, Ms. American Elegance 2024-2025, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming Erb's Palsy through performing…
- Dr Tiffany Purnell: From Aspiring Lawyer to Educator · 42 min · Episode 18In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, host Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Tiffany Purnell, the founder of S.A.S.H (Students Against Self-Hatred) and Mrs. American…
- Mikell Reed Carroll: Walking From A Life Altering Diagnosis to Runways · 1 h 13 min · Episode 17In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, Kristianna Mrjenovich interviews Mikell Reed Carroll, a pageant coach and resilient woman who shares her journey of overcoming…
- Lindsay Gutierrez: Bombshell Veteran to Dual Living Organ Donor · 39 min · Episode 16In this episode of the Second Chance Queen podcast, host Kristianna Mrjenovich speaks with Lindsay Gutierrez, a veteran and dual living organ donor. Lindsay shares her journey of…
- SCQ Confidence Crown Series: F is for Fake It Until You Make It...And You Will · 24 min · Episode 15In this final episode of the Confidence Crown workshop series, Kristianna Mrjenovich discusses the concept of 'Fake It Till You Make It' as a crucial part of building confidence…
- SCQ Confidence Crown Series: L is for Listen to Positivity · 20 min · Episode 14In this episode of the Confidence Crown series, Kristianna Mrjenovich discusses the importance of listening to positivity as a key component of building self-confidence. She…
