That was the goal. That, and a reality show like Shark Tank. Those were the actual comparisons the contestants/candidates were given to give them something to go off of in all the new areas of competition. So apparently they succeeded.
Are you serious... no farewell? Nia Franklin was the ONLY reason Miss America was relevant in 2019, and she isn't able to speak upon one of her greatest achievements of breaking barriers with her reign??? Wow.
Let’s talk about “sitting” in your evening gown. When you’re picking out your National Level Evening Gown, sitting...on the ground...is never a prerequisite that comes up. Also, those gowns are tailored to your body, I can’t even imagine getting down to the ground. How?! I would be wiggling like a worm trying to get back up. Wiggle wiggle baby.
I had a super tight mermaid gown for my pageant, and it was tailored to fit my tushie standing, so the entire evening I couldn't sit or really move or eat at all- I had around 2/3 inch of wiggle room to walk and after that I only wear ball gowns or alines hehe
@@DaniWalker hahahaha, it is so frustrating that they don't even wanna call it a pageant. Com'on, Miss America has been around for a long time and it is a well known PAGEANT!!!
Really appreciated listening to your feedback Dani! And yes - Alayna from Vermont was a wonderful mentor for me in preparing my talent! It was so special to have her there in the audience when I was selected. PS we do get a 6 figure salary on top of our scholarship money :) All my love!
Thanks for watching Camille!! Aww that's awesome you know each other. Your presentation was on point and super entertaining. Soooo glad to hear about your salary because it's very deserved
@@DaniWalker -- Miss America herself commented on your video! Congrats. -- Your comments are not off the mark. Lots was lacking in the production of the telecast for sure. And not only does it make people not want to watch, it doesn't attract young ladies to the organization which you stated so correctly multiple times. Miss America needs an intervention from a expert public relations firm. It's like they're trying so hard to be relevant they've lost their relevance all together. It's actually kind of sad.
OMG, thank you Dani!! As always spot on. There nothing wrong with glamour and knowing your viewers. The speed talking was bad, the whole thing was a mess. The contestants didn't even know what was going on half the week.
I honestly thought that Virginia was the most “pageant Patty” of them all. I definitely miss the old most Miss America which is why I stopped competing.
I’ve watched it recently and I just have to say the show was a MESS gosh what’s the organization doing??? As always loved your recap Dani 💕💕 Spot on as always 👌👌
Miss America is trying so hard set apart their organization from other pageants / “ competition “ to the point where their show looks like a comedy show lmao.
I've been to miss America twice in Atlantic city and was in awe at the pageant, the parade, the meet and greet, the convention hall with all its pageant products, gowns, jewelry to buy. The grand hall was huge, and production was awesome. I am sooooooooo disappointed to what has happened! SAD SAD SAD PLEASE bring back the true Miss America. Good day
you brought me to a high and low, dani. a high because of your hilarious commentary and a low because it's sad to see the decline of the miss america pageant. some potential sponsors for next year: legos, the city of wuhan, dow chemical company, saturday night live and khloe kardashian.
Thanks for sharing that. I appreciate you comment because you've worked within the org and have a different perspective than everyone on the outside looking in.
@Dani I love the way you review these pageants. You’re honest and speak your views with such incredible confidence, which I admire greatly. Now while I cannot give my opinion on this year’s Miss America winner ( I know Miss Virginia’s mother, so I’m biased because of that) I heard your voice and agree with a lot of what you said. Them sitting in the floor looked awkward and I miss evening gown and swimsuit. But I thought every talent demonstrated was great! I loved Miss Georgia’s talent outfit. The changes to this organization are def unusual, but we will se how it’s future goes.
Dani, this was a very fair assessment of the Miss America organization and the pageant. My daughter held a local title for 2 years and the amount of work she and all titleholders put in is unbelievable! You hit the nail on the head when you said let the girls represent your organization and lighten up on all the platform stuff. It literally takes a year and you you still may not walk away with the crown. My daughter really loves being on stage and production numbers and we would bring a cheering squad. Now, she says they can announce the winner after interview and we can all go home.
Djuana Beruk thank you 😊 it is a huge commitment. Even at the local level. I think pageantry has so much to offer young women but the demands must be equal to the benefits. Your comment about announcing the winner after interview got me 🤣
YOU, FOR ME , IS THE BEST CHANNEL FOR PAGEANT REACTIONS...SO ENTERTAINING! NO BS... HEHEHE...GOOD JOB! GOOD POINTS/ VIEWS TOO... I AM FORM THE PHILIPPINES...TC
This was SPOT ON! I have been a huge fan of Miss America since I was a little girl and I was so disappointed in this year's show. Yes, I said show because that's all it was. Those poor women who worked all year to make it to that stage only to have to sit on it in an evening gown. Disgraceful. I am a huge fan of Camille and I think she's doing a great job so I'm glad she's able to talk about herself now and not MAO like she did on the show. Loved your recap!
wow, people can talk about how img is turning into miss America, but watching this makes me realize that miss universe still values the show aspect of their pageants... that stage production chile😭😭
Hahah yes! I was dressed as a soldier, so it was kinda close to a nutcracker I guess 😆🙌🏻 I performed "Chacun Le Sait" from La fille du régiment. I submitted an introduction to the aria, but they just didn't use it...
Wow this is a bit too harsh lol. I'm a fan of yours, I admire your passion and drive for pageantry and I feel like you have a lot to teach to young women in your country and the world, you have so much experience competing and judging as well though I've not been too familiar with miss America pageants in the past, I can really see that this years pageant wasn't properly organised, it reminds me of how most of the pageants in my country can be so disorganized and they usually lack the basic components of a good show. Thank you for taking out time to analyse the competition you brought so many things to light that were taken for granted and I can honestly say that I enjoyed watching this video so much, I laughed a lot and I have also learnt so much from you as an aspiring queen. I would love to see you as a judge in Miss America. Sending love from Nigeria.
Thanks so much!! If you watch earlier editions of the show you'll see it's decline. I've actually received a lot of messages from former queens, board members and directors explaining that the issues in the organization run deep and what the public has seen is on the tip of the ice burg. There's a lot of people that are displeased but cannot voice the opinions for fear of repercussions from the organization. It's very sad. I wish I could fully disclose what's going on, but it's not my story to tell.
19:52 I'm cracking up hahaha didn't see that coming. So she's the true winner here. Btw the title here should be changed to "Dani dragging Miss America 2.0 for 20 minutes straight".
I was a contestant back in the glamour days and earned enough scholarships to pay for some of my college. But, as you say, the real value of the pageant is in the self-esteem, self-confidence, and personal presentation skills you develop through competing - and every girl who pays attention while participating will leave with those improved. Job interviews are a piece of cake compare to MAO interviews. I know how to dress the part for any occasion and am as comfortable with celebrities as I am with toddlers. None of those skills are taught in college or K-12 classes. I agree, MAO would do well to focus on the personal development aspect. And I would never have been able to sit on the floor in my evening gown, I could barely perch on a chair!
I won my very first pageant which was a preliminary in 2019 advancing me to miss oregon. Let’s just say it wasn’t the year to start competing at the state level when everything is changing and it definitely wasn’t the competition I grew up being inspired by. I love the concept of 2.0 but I hope they can be more prepared for 2021 and make it less stressful for candidates. I’m competing in USOA Miss Oregon in October and I am already so inspired and empowered by this new system!
I'm sorry to hear about that. I know what you mean, and unfortunately poor directing is effecting the experience for contestants. I'm so glad you've found a system that you're enjoying!
I couldn’t agree more with you. I went to watch it live. Sitting in that audience my mother and I kept looking at each other thinking what is happening. I have never been so disappointed in a system.
Oh nooo you went there in person. I'm sad that you're not saying it was better in person. Because I remember going to Miss USA 2017 and people said they didn't like it but in person the performers so were awesome. It was a beautiful show.
I'm late to this party but have to say your frankness was refreshing and on point actually. So many missed opportunities and unacceptably low production values. I hope the organization takes a good hard look at the direction their headed and find a way to not go over the cliff.
Thank you! Unfortunately, from what I've recently heard, it's very unlikely that we'll see Miss America restored to it's former glory, under current leadership :(
@@DaniWalker -- They need to watch the Miss France production! They're definitely choosing a cultural representative in addition to a title-holder (to compete at Miss Universe). It doesn't have to be one or the other as their competition shows. MAO would be better off with a board solely of former title-holders who fully understand what it to be Miss America and also know the potential that exists for the organization and the ladies that represent the organization at the state and national level. I guess time will tell.
@@DaniWalker I did and it just made me sad and angry that this pageant is the grandmother of all the other pageants and the organization/pageant has been reduce to this......Thank you for recap. I appreciate it.
I would honestly have to say miss America hasn’t been the same since the late 90s. The glamour and the production and dancing was something everyone came back for year after year . I remember miss America being a must watch on an event scale as miss USA and universe . But not any more . When you think of miss America you think of heather whitestone, and Angela baraquio . People can’t name the most recent miss America because they weren’t spoken about or memorable . I know now that everyone understands what Cara Mund was talking about when she exposed miss America for how awful they were treating her and the crazy changes that were being made . It’s such a shame . I always wanted my daughter to compete for scholarship money with this organization but it is simply not desirable anymore . The pageant needs new leadership and to go back to Atlantic City . I hope it can be rescued since it is such an American staple ♥️
You bring up a great point. The quality has reached such a low that the even the scholarships aren't a big draw, which is a cornerstone of their brand and marketing efforts.
Love the jeopardy music lol. Kidding aside, I watched the show on youtube a few months ago, and I was SHOCKED (I have to put that in all caps) that Nia Franklin was not given a chance for a farewell walk and speech! You know what, I think she should join Miss USA. I think she could win the title.
I’m loving this unusually acidic review. Miss America 2.0 is a train wreck. I understand Miss America is a job. But MAO, and MUO to a point, are making a mistake in thinking the public wants these titleholders to be selected on the basis of their perceived potential job performance. At their roots pageants by nature are sort escapist glamorous fantasy. The public doesn’t want to see 20 year olds trying to look 40, parading endless stories of tragedy, illness, injustice, etc. We want to see beauty, glamour, actual performing talent, and an opportunity for the ladies to show some intelligence and personality. Whoever wins the competition takes on the job of Miss America..but the pageant should not be a job interview. I enjoyed Miss America in the past, but I want to see a pageant...and truthfully, Miss America really doesn’t qualify as that anymore.
I was there that night. One of the things I found most interesting - and surprising - was that the arena where it was held was only about 1/3 full.... SO many empty seats.
Thanks for the recap Dani. This was the first year I did not watch Miss America, and your review makes me glad I skipped it. Looks like it was a snoozefest, as expected...
I can’t imagine how things will turn out in Miss America’s 100th anniversary. Your reaction to the overall production of Miss America 2020 though 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Miss America pageant is very jaded. The show felt as if I was viewing it back in the 80's. They are struggling and shutting down the pageant would be a better thing to do.
Dani, thanks for making this video. I feel that you were spot on in your analysis . However, after 25 years in this organization, I’m truly saddened that we put you in a position to have the opportunity to make it. MAO could be so much more than it is right now. And actually, the “fixes” aren’t that hard. Whenever the 100th “competition” happens, I predict that it will be the last. There’s something new on the horizon that will be everything MAO could have been.... #staytuned
Miss Iowa was from my local high school and Miss Indiana was a world baton twirler that was in my college marching band. Unbelievable talent. Now you have to know how to sit on the floor in a dress. Real classy.
Mr. Nawat Itsaragrisil should buy the Miss America Organization by year end and change it as Miss Grand America. That way, the winner will go on to represent USA at the next edition of Miss Grand International pageant.
Ahhh now, that's a thought. Miss Grand is sooo differerent from America, especially right now. I'm not sure if the org (MAO) will endure with it's current direction.
@@DaniWalker Just now... WOW!! Elegance and true their moniker of being the "fashion capital" (aside from Italy) of the globe! And such a BIG bowl for the final question round. :)
Miss America WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU?! I was there watching live (Big mistake, but I'm from CT so it was an early xmas for me)and it was just as much of a bee hive in person as it was on tv. Why didn't they talk about CMN? Where was Nia's farewell? Did they even have the RIGHTS to announce each 'candidate's' talent? Also the feedback after each performance made it feel like the voice. The entire show made it feel like The Apprentice and The Voice (funny because they were both NBC shows, the network it was shown on). I'm impressed you got to find it on demand, it was no where to be found online after it aired. I'm waiting to see how big this ball of wax becomes ESPECIALLY given today's announcement
@@DaniWalker you mean Miss America first pageant right? I know some americans I guess dont watch these pageants but I was kinda wondering which of the two is well known. thanks for the fast reply miss Dani
I recommend u to watch miss world India 2019 it’s so big , bigger than miss universe India which u reviewed like a big Bollywood concert only downside is its mixture of Hindi + English unlike miss diva India which is completely English . I am not sure if they can hold a pageant this year due to pandemic .
I have no clue. I think it's a funny statement too because the organization can't just decide who's a celebrity and who isn't. That's not up to you lol.
I felt the same about almost everything! during the opening i literally said “why are they all sitting? their dresses are going to get dirty!” Something i also saw, was that the stage was poorly lit, and that it was hard to see them. I miss the old Miss America!!
MAO has gone downhill and the MAO administration basically pushed it downhill. It seems like other countries have better productions for their national pageants. However, Miss USA 2019 was just fine.
OMG I love the honesty of this video....I miss the old Miss America tbh sooo bad. I honestly watched it and was abit like you top 15 then we cut to a 7 don't hear a word from them..did the judges just put all there names in a hat and pick out 7 and that would be the top 7 lol....honestly digusting...The stage was much like the Contestants sad and dark....I want lights, cameras, sparkle and Miss America 2.0 doesn't give me any of the above and Nia amazing titleholder I would of like to see her do a farewell walk and hear a few words about her year as Miss America cos she deserve that and more...
I want to see the organization thrive, but there's so much room for improvement and there's a complete disregard for contestants, volunteers, and viewers.
The 2018 Miss Universe Pageant is like the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics opening ceremonies of pageants. Both had set the bar SO high that no other MU pageant or summer Olympics has surpassed them.
I bet some of those gowns we're easy to sit in :( Interesting how Mallory said that the contestants would get more time than ever in their gowns. Well, maybe that's true but that's not what we meant lol.
I definitely miss the old way that Miss America did their pageants. I felt that this whole show was a big TED talk.
You're so right. I didn't even think of that comparison!
That was the goal. That, and a reality show like Shark Tank. Those were the actual comparisons the contestants/candidates were given to give them something to go off of in all the new areas of competition. So apparently they succeeded.
“There are kids with more Tic-Tok followers than Miss America!”😂 omg! I love you!😂😂😂
🙈 true though
You dont know how to spell 'tiktok' and for that reason you have my respect. 🙏
Are you serious... no farewell? Nia Franklin was the ONLY reason Miss America was relevant in 2019, and she isn't able to speak upon one of her greatest achievements of breaking barriers with her reign??? Wow.
I saw some people comment on my headshots video that they would only watch the show to support Nia and see her farewell and yet, there was none.
Two minutes into this and I’m dying of laughter thanks Dani
I'm so glad to hear that.
Let’s talk about “sitting” in your evening gown. When you’re picking out your National Level Evening Gown, sitting...on the ground...is never a prerequisite that comes up. Also, those gowns are tailored to your body, I can’t even imagine getting down to the ground. How?! I would be wiggling like a worm trying to get back up. Wiggle wiggle baby.
I didn't even think of that, but you're so right. Honestly some of those girls probably couldn't sit in their gown because of the fit.
I had a super tight mermaid gown for my pageant, and it was tailored to fit my tushie standing, so the entire evening I couldn't sit or really move or eat at all- I had around 2/3 inch of wiggle room to walk and after that I only wear ball gowns or alines hehe
Dani I’m SCREAMING. This is GOLD
lol thank you!
Idc if your 4 months late I love this recap
hahaha thanks! I wasn't going to do it but I kept getting DM's about it, then someone posted it on RUclips
Dani, you've made my day with this video, love your expressions, commentary. Can't wait for Miss USA 2020.
Gearme up thank you so much 😊😊😊 glad I can make you smile
When they cut to a top seven, I initially assumed I had missed a round of competition 🤣
Me too!!! I rewound it!
I love this recap Dani, i can feel the passion!!! And i love it. I also dont know Kit Hoover hahaha
I need to cool down lol
@@DaniWalker hahahaha, it is so frustrating that they don't even wanna call it a pageant. Com'on, Miss America has been around for a long time and it is a well known PAGEANT!!!
This is probably one of the most entertaining videos I ve seen so far lmao
Thank you very very much!
Really appreciated listening to your feedback Dani! And yes - Alayna from Vermont was a wonderful mentor for me in preparing my talent! It was so special to have her there in the audience when I was selected. PS we do get a 6 figure salary on top of our scholarship money :) All my love!
Thanks for watching Camille!! Aww that's awesome you know each other. Your presentation was on point and super entertaining. Soooo glad to hear about your salary because it's very deserved
@@DaniWalker -- Miss America herself commented on your video! Congrats. -- Your comments are not off the mark. Lots was lacking in the production of the telecast for sure. And not only does it make people not want to watch, it doesn't attract young ladies to the organization which you stated so correctly multiple times. Miss America needs an intervention from a expert public relations firm. It's like they're trying so hard to be relevant they've lost their relevance all together. It's actually kind of sad.
OMG, thank you Dani!! As always spot on. There nothing wrong with glamour and knowing your viewers. The speed talking was bad, the whole thing was a mess. The contestants didn't even know what was going on half the week.
Yesss bring me some glam!!!
LMAO!!! I was drinking water when you said she was dressed like a nut cracker and I spit it all out😂😂😂 DEAD ahaha
🙈 that’s what comes to mind
I honestly thought that Virginia was the most “pageant Patty” of them all. I definitely miss the old most Miss America which is why I stopped competing.
Miss America has always been pretty Pageant Patty
THIS IS THE READ THAT I NEEDED AT 12:46AM. Not really a read, but all FACTS. Thanks for making my night, Dani! HAHAHA
hahahaha thank you!
Hahaha! Claws came out today. Miss America looks like she's interviewing to be a public school teacher
I couldn't hold it in.
Not a public school teacher 😭 “Hi I’m Ms. America and I’ll be your science teacher this year!”
the final minute got me crackin. Thanks Dani. loved every second of this video
I’ve watched it recently and I just have to say the show was a MESS gosh what’s the organization doing??? As always loved your recap Dani 💕💕 Spot on as always 👌👌
Thank you! I've literally got no clue lol.
@@DaniWalker The MAO could definitely take notes off of you Dani hahaha they should definitely see this for their sake 😁😁
LMAOOO I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR YOU TO DO THIS ONE!!!!! THANK YOU I AM SO BORED IN QUARANTINE you brought me back to life 😂
hahahah I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
BEST recap ever!!!! 😂 Love the honesty! 😍 and I’m dying!!!
Thank you :D
Miss America is trying so hard set apart their organization
from other pageants / “ competition “ to the point where their show looks like a comedy show lmao.
It does lol
I've been to miss America twice in Atlantic city and was in awe at the pageant, the parade, the meet and greet, the convention hall with all its pageant products, gowns, jewelry to buy. The grand hall was huge, and production was awesome. I am sooooooooo disappointed to what has happened! SAD SAD SAD PLEASE bring back the true Miss America. Good day
Awww that's cool you at least got to attend back then. I agree, I'd love to have seen it in Atlantic city and attend the events with the queens
I love your humor and editing in this video Dani!
Thank you 🤣🤣
Can I just say that the way Miss Georgia reacted when they called the winner was so sweet ❤❤ Talk about sisterhood!!
☺️💕
you brought me to a high and low, dani. a high because of your hilarious commentary and a low because it's sad to see the decline of the miss america pageant.
some potential sponsors for next year: legos, the city of wuhan, dow chemical company, saturday night live and khloe kardashian.
hahaha oh my gosh, your potential sponsors.
Dow Chemical Company🤣
You invented the laughable acid. Beauty with brains, wit and manicured claws. You're my new favorite, Dani! XD Definitely here for it!
:D This made me smile. Thank you soooo much!
@@DaniWalker Anything for whoever preaches the truth 🤣😉
This was actually super funny! I love your video 💀😂
So glad you enjoyed it :)
As a long time volunteer with MAO i could not agree with you more! Great video, you called it out perfectly.
Thanks for sharing that. I appreciate you comment because you've worked within the org and have a different perspective than everyone on the outside looking in.
The three dislikes are from the Miss America organization. LOL. 😁😂😄
Great review. You Ms. Dani are fun to watch. 😊😊😊
I think so too! lol
The tik tok comparison 😂😂😂 the shade of it all
It's so true though :(
@Dani I love the way you review these pageants. You’re honest and speak your views with such incredible confidence, which I admire greatly. Now while I cannot give my opinion on this year’s Miss America winner ( I know Miss Virginia’s mother, so I’m biased because of that) I heard your voice and agree with a lot of what you said. Them sitting in the floor looked awkward and I miss evening gown and swimsuit. But I thought every talent demonstrated was great! I loved Miss Georgia’s talent outfit. The changes to this organization are def unusual, but we will se how it’s future goes.
Thank you so much! There's lots of room for improvement. I hope we'll bring back glam for the 100th anniversary.
Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed my talent outfit!!! I love opera and hope to be employed professionally soon! 🙌🏻💞🙌🏻
dani... I LOVE U HAHAHA this video was just perfectly, well said
Dani, this was a very fair assessment of the Miss America organization and the pageant. My daughter held a local title for 2 years and the amount of work she and all titleholders put in is unbelievable! You hit the nail on the head when you said let the girls represent your organization and lighten up on all the platform stuff. It literally takes a year and you you still may not walk away with the crown. My daughter really loves being on stage and production numbers and we would bring a cheering squad. Now, she says they can announce the winner after interview and we can all go home.
Djuana Beruk thank you 😊 it is a huge commitment. Even at the local level. I think pageantry has so much to offer young women but the demands must be equal to the benefits. Your comment about announcing the winner after interview got me 🤣
YOU, FOR ME , IS THE BEST CHANNEL FOR PAGEANT REACTIONS...SO ENTERTAINING! NO BS... HEHEHE...GOOD JOB! GOOD POINTS/ VIEWS TOO... I AM FORM THE PHILIPPINES...TC
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU DANI FOR STATING WHAT MANY OF US ARE THINKING!!!!!
You're so welcome :)
The thumbnail i can't even- 😂😂😂😂
Honest reaction lol
This is amazing. Haha good (and funny) recap.
Yay, thank you!
This was SPOT ON! I have been a huge fan of Miss America since I was a little girl and I was so disappointed in this year's show. Yes, I said show because that's all it was. Those poor women who worked all year to make it to that stage only to have to sit on it in an evening gown. Disgraceful. I am a huge fan of Camille and I think she's doing a great job so I'm glad she's able to talk about herself now and not MAO like she did on the show. Loved your recap!
I feel you. The queens are amazing. The organization is very mixed up.
wow, people can talk about how img is turning into miss America, but watching this makes me realize that miss universe still values the show aspect of their pageants... that stage production chile😭😭
Yesss very true. Shows are still much better at MUO
Great recap. Thank you so much
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hahahaha dressed like a nutcracker 😆😂😝 stay safe queen Dani, thanks for the laughs.
😁 You're welcome. You too!
Hahah yes! I was dressed as a soldier, so it was kinda close to a nutcracker I guess 😆🙌🏻 I performed "Chacun Le Sait" from La fille du régiment. I submitted an introduction to the aria, but they just didn't use it...
@@PlantsandAnts Aww I was close lol. I wish they'd shared that to give it some context. You had great facials though!
@@DaniWalker thank you!!! YES! Same!!! Some context for the non-French-speaking audience would have been great! Or at least English subtitles...
Hey Dani love your videos ❤, would love to watch Miss World 2019 recap 🦋
I need to get on that.
Dani this is the best!!!
glad you like it :)
Wow this is a bit too harsh lol. I'm a fan of yours, I admire your passion and drive for pageantry and I feel like you have a lot to teach to young women in your country and the world, you have so much experience competing and judging as well though I've not been too familiar with miss America pageants in the past, I can really see that this years pageant wasn't properly organised, it reminds me of how most of the pageants in my country can be so disorganized and they usually lack the basic components of a good show. Thank you for taking out time to analyse the competition you brought so many things to light that were taken for granted and I can honestly say that I enjoyed watching this video so much, I laughed a lot and I have also learnt so much from you as an aspiring queen. I would love to see you as a judge in Miss America. Sending love from Nigeria.
Thanks so much!! If you watch earlier editions of the show you'll see it's decline. I've actually received a lot of messages from former queens, board members and directors explaining that the issues in the organization run deep and what the public has seen is on the tip of the ice burg. There's a lot of people that are displeased but cannot voice the opinions for fear of repercussions from the organization. It's very sad. I wish I could fully disclose what's going on, but it's not my story to tell.
Love it ! You made my day 😂
Glad you enjoyed! :)
19:52 I'm cracking up hahaha didn't see that coming. So she's the true winner here. Btw the title here should be changed to "Dani dragging Miss America 2.0 for 20 minutes straight".
HAHAHAHAH I am laughing so hard right now. I think you should title all my future episodes.
I was a contestant back in the glamour days and earned enough scholarships to pay for some of my college. But, as you say, the real value of the pageant is in the self-esteem, self-confidence, and personal presentation skills you develop through competing - and every girl who pays attention while participating will leave with those improved. Job interviews are a piece of cake compare to MAO interviews. I know how to dress the part for any occasion and am as comfortable with celebrities as I am with toddlers. None of those skills are taught in college or K-12 classes. I agree, MAO would do well to focus on the personal development aspect.
And I would never have been able to sit on the floor in my evening gown, I could barely perch on a chair!
thanks for sharing that. I feel the same way. I also had some gowns that were so tight you can't sit in them lol. I wore one when I won my MAO local
I won my very first pageant which was a preliminary in 2019 advancing me to miss oregon. Let’s just say it wasn’t the year to start competing at the state level when everything is changing and it definitely wasn’t the competition I grew up being inspired by. I love the concept of 2.0 but I hope they can be more prepared for 2021 and make it less stressful for candidates. I’m competing in USOA Miss Oregon in October and I am already so inspired and empowered by this new system!
I'm sorry to hear about that. I know what you mean, and unfortunately poor directing is effecting the experience for contestants. I'm so glad you've found a system that you're enjoying!
I couldn’t agree more with you. I went to watch it live. Sitting in that audience my mother and I kept looking at each other thinking what is happening. I have never been so disappointed in a system.
Oh nooo you went there in person. I'm sad that you're not saying it was better in person. Because I remember going to Miss USA 2017 and people said they didn't like it but in person the performers so were awesome. It was a beautiful show.
Dani Walker I dragged my poor mother all the way there and payed for a hotel. I miss how Miss America was. This just isn’t it in my eyes.
I am enjoying your videos Dani, look after your self, and Stay Safe.xx
Thank you so much!
Thank you for your reply Dani,you're so kind you're my favourite vlogger xx
Jesus!!! Lmaooo Dani this was one of the funniest. No offence but it was funny. The really need to restructure this pageant.
lol thank you! I'm happy to entertain :)
Yes and welcome. Good stuff!
I'm late to this party but have to say your frankness was refreshing and on point actually. So many missed opportunities and unacceptably low production values. I hope the organization takes a good hard look at the direction their headed and find a way to not go over the cliff.
Thank you! Unfortunately, from what I've recently heard, it's very unlikely that we'll see Miss America restored to it's former glory, under current leadership :(
@@DaniWalker -- They need to watch the Miss France production! They're definitely choosing a cultural representative in addition to a title-holder (to compete at Miss Universe). It doesn't have to be one or the other as their competition shows. MAO would be better off with a board solely of former title-holders who fully understand what it to be Miss America and also know the potential that exists for the organization and the ladies that represent the organization at the state and national level. I guess time will tell.
Hey Ms. Dani,
Your are better then me. I still haven't brought myself to watch the whole pageant. It is absolutely sad.
No need to watch it. Honestly just check the recap. I'm giving you the highlights.
@@DaniWalker I did and it just made me sad and angry that this pageant is the grandmother of all the other pageants and the organization/pageant has been reduce to this......Thank you for recap. I appreciate it.
You went off!! I'll probably never compete for them man
I did get a little worked up lol
I'm new to your channel and I already love it! (Though I saw your perfomance on Miss USA) NO SHADE HUH? Love from the Philippines! 🇵🇭
Yayyy! Thank you for checking it out! I just released a new episode :D
Why not have judges coming from different backgrounds (politics, business, media...)? The three judges are more into the entertainment.
I’d like that ☺️
HILARIOUSLY DONE!
That sounds like those quick bits you see to describe movies. And now, honestly "hilariously done" is what I aspire to. You've raised the bar for me.
I would honestly have to say miss America hasn’t been the same since the late 90s. The glamour and the production and dancing was something everyone came back for year after year . I remember miss America being a must watch on an event scale as miss USA and universe . But not any more . When you think of miss America you think of heather whitestone, and Angela baraquio . People can’t name the most recent miss America because they weren’t spoken about or memorable . I know now that everyone understands what Cara Mund was talking about when she exposed miss America for how awful they were treating her and the crazy changes that were being made . It’s such a shame . I always wanted my daughter to compete for scholarship money with this organization but it is simply not desirable anymore . The pageant needs new leadership and to go back to Atlantic City . I hope it can be rescued since it is such an American staple ♥️
You bring up a great point. The quality has reached such a low that the even the scholarships aren't a big draw, which is a cornerstone of their brand and marketing efforts.
Dani you need to create your own pageant or organization. You have so much knowledge!
I used to have one :)
Why was this so funny lol
Dani is the funniest gal ever
hahaha thank you!!!!
Miss America 3.0 needed now!Tis is crazy!
Love the jeopardy music lol. Kidding aside, I watched the show on youtube a few months ago, and I was SHOCKED (I have to put that in all caps) that Nia Franklin was not given a chance for a farewell walk and speech! You know what, I think she should join Miss USA. I think she could win the title.
I was really shocked too :(
On the lighter side, I do like the stage design, and the division of the delegates per field of specialization.
I’m loving this unusually acidic review. Miss America 2.0 is a train wreck. I understand Miss America is a job. But MAO, and MUO to a point, are making a mistake in thinking the public wants these titleholders to be selected on the basis of their perceived potential job performance. At their roots pageants by nature are sort escapist glamorous fantasy. The public doesn’t want to see 20 year olds trying to look 40, parading endless stories of tragedy, illness, injustice, etc. We want to see beauty, glamour, actual performing talent, and an opportunity for the ladies to show some intelligence and personality. Whoever wins the competition takes on the job of Miss America..but the pageant should not be a job interview. I enjoyed Miss America in the past, but I want to see a pageant...and truthfully, Miss America really doesn’t qualify as that anymore.
You are so so so right. I wish they'd read your comment.
Being stepping stone is ENOUGh! I totally agree Ms. Dani.
OMG loved the video 🤣😍😍😍😍
Thank you so much!!! :)
Honestly Miss America did not appeal to me at all when I started pageantry
Which system do you like most?
I was there that night. One of the things I found most interesting - and surprising - was that the arena where it was held was only about 1/3 full.... SO many empty seats.
Oh! Love that you're sharing that perspective. They did a good job hiding that for telecast.
Thanks for the recap Dani. This was the first year I did not watch Miss America, and your review makes me glad I skipped it. Looks like it was a snoozefest, as expected...
You are so welcome! Hopefully next year can improve.
I can’t imagine how things will turn out in Miss America’s 100th anniversary. Your reaction to the overall production of Miss America 2020 though 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I'm curious though
Miss America pageant is very jaded. The show felt as if I was viewing it back in the 80's. They are struggling and shutting down the pageant would be a better thing to do.
We need a total do-over lol.
Literally perfect!
:D Thank you!
Dani I couldn’t agree more with you. This was a mess and I feel bad for the girls who worked hard to be in Miss America and this was their pageant.
Even if they can't show it, they're not happy about this situation. They just can't voice it as current queens.
Hahaha. Im laughing with you. I see youre pissed. This pageant a missed this year. 🤣😂
I probably need to cool down.
Dani, thanks for making this video. I feel that you were spot on in your analysis . However, after 25 years in this organization, I’m truly saddened that we put you in a position to have the opportunity to make it. MAO could be so much more than it is right now. And actually, the “fixes” aren’t that hard. Whenever the 100th “competition” happens, I predict that it will be the last. There’s something new on the horizon that will be everything MAO could have been.... #staytuned
I'm sad I had the opportunity as well. I don't think the show is sustainable with current leadership :(
Can you please do a miss world 2019 recap?
Oh that is one I need to do!
@@DaniWalker i was going to say the same thing but I'll just say it here. Please do 😅
dani girl i love this eyeshadow look on you!
Thank you! Me too, I tried something new.
Miss Iowa was from my local high school and Miss Indiana was a world baton twirler that was in my college marching band. Unbelievable talent. Now you have to know how to sit on the floor in a dress. Real classy.
It's sad :(
Mr. Nawat Itsaragrisil should buy the Miss America Organization by year end and change it as Miss Grand America. That way, the winner will go on to represent USA at the next edition of Miss Grand International pageant.
Ahhh now, that's a thought. Miss Grand is sooo differerent from America, especially right now. I'm not sure if the org (MAO) will endure with it's current direction.
In terms of production design, Miss Universe Thailand, Miss Venezuela and Binibining Pilipinas truly rock the stage.
And France. Have you seen it?
@@DaniWalker Just now... WOW!! Elegance and true their moniker of being the "fashion capital" (aside from Italy) of the globe! And such a BIG bowl for the final question round. :)
Miss America: Old Navy.
I'm dead! Hahaha! 🤣🤣🤣
hahahah
You did not just reply to my comment! No way!!! Omg!!! I am such a fan! 😍
Greetings from the Philippines! 🇵🇭
Miss America WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU?! I was there watching live (Big mistake, but I'm from CT so it was an early xmas for me)and it was just as much of a bee hive in person as it was on tv. Why didn't they talk about CMN? Where was Nia's farewell? Did they even have the RIGHTS to announce each 'candidate's' talent? Also the feedback after each performance made it feel like the voice. The entire show made it feel like The Apprentice and The Voice (funny because they were both NBC shows, the network it was shown on).
I'm impressed you got to find it on demand, it was no where to be found online after it aired. I'm waiting to see how big this ball of wax becomes ESPECIALLY given today's announcement
I'm dying with your comment hahaha. "It was just as much of a bee hive in person." lol!!!
Someone finally posted it. You can find it on youtube now.
what american pageant popular in the US? is it Miss America or Miss USA?
Miss USA is more popular in the USA, although Miss USA was the first pageant.
@@DaniWalker you mean Miss America first pageant right? I know some americans I guess dont watch these pageants but I was kinda wondering which of the two is well known. thanks for the fast reply miss Dani
I recommend u to watch miss world India 2019 it’s so big , bigger than miss universe India which u reviewed like a big Bollywood concert only downside is its mixture of Hindi + English unlike miss diva India which is completely English . I am not sure if they can hold a pageant this year due to pandemic .
Maybe they'll postpone?
The 3 dislikes are from miss america organizers
most likely lol
Miss America 2019 was so praise-able, the MA 2020 is just jumping down off the cliff 😂
We're in a stead down hill fall.
Are you going to do Miss America this year?
💯 on EVERYTHING!!! And how is Miss America NOT a celebrity? Why else would someone want to compete?
I have no clue. I think it's a funny statement too because the organization can't just decide who's a celebrity and who isn't. That's not up to you lol.
I felt the same about almost everything! during the opening i literally said “why are they all sitting? their dresses are going to get dirty!” Something i also saw, was that the stage was poorly lit, and that it was hard to see them. I miss the old Miss America!!
A lot of them were wearing couture gowns too. Those gowns weren't made for the ground.
2:58 the Final Jeopardy background music. Hahaha
lol :)
“Old navy”. I died 😂😂😂😂
People thought I was joking, but they really are sponsored by Old Navy
I miss the old Miss America!!!
Me too Liv :(
Dani the shade lmaooooooo
I'm sorry I try to keep it tame. The show really got me worked up.
MAO has gone downhill and the MAO administration basically pushed it downhill. It seems like other countries have better productions for their national pageants. However, Miss USA 2019 was just fine.
It suuuuuure has, sadly :(
OMG I love the honesty of this video....I miss the old Miss America tbh sooo bad. I honestly watched it and was abit like you top 15 then we cut to a 7 don't hear a word from them..did the judges just put all there names in a hat and pick out 7 and that would be the top 7 lol....honestly digusting...The stage was much like the Contestants sad and dark....I want lights, cameras, sparkle and Miss America 2.0 doesn't give me any of the above and Nia amazing titleholder I would of like to see her do a farewell walk and hear a few words about her year as Miss America cos she deserve that and more...
Thank you!
I will definitely preface this by saying I am an MUO person.... however that being said.... you nailed it for this past MAO pageant
I want to see the organization thrive, but there's so much room for improvement and there's a complete disregard for contestants, volunteers, and viewers.
I hope your keeping safe amid this pandemic., Dani Walker. Stay healthy and keep safe. I love you.
Thank you so much! I hope you're staying safe as well.
The 2018 Miss Universe Pageant is like the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics opening ceremonies of pageants. Both had set the bar SO high that no other MU pageant or summer Olympics has surpassed them.
I loved that pageant too :)
Your review was more interesting than the actual pageant.
NYMets73 😬🙈 that’s not good for them.
They looked like they were having a picnic sitting down :D How awkward in evening gowns and heels...
I bet some of those gowns we're easy to sit in :( Interesting how Mallory said that the contestants would get more time than ever in their gowns. Well, maybe that's true but that's not what we meant lol.