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In a podcast that lives up to its name, Mona Kosar Abdi and Jeannette Reyes go “Awf the Record” with industry disruptors and cultural tastemakers, bringing you candid conversations that reflect the dynamic intersection of media, culture, and society . It’s a show that lives between the news of the day and the group chat. [Awf- Thuh- Rekərd ].
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S4E14 I turned down $300K | WeezyWTF on Sex, Open Relationships & Building a Media Empire
How do you build a multimillion-dollar brand without watering yourself down?In this episode of Awf The Record, podcast powerhouse and entrepreneur WeezyWTF joins Mona and Jeannette for one of her…
S4E13 [Go Awf] Christiana Mbakwe Medina on Diddy, Tyra Banks & 2000s Hustle Culture
In this segment, Christiana Mebakwe Medina breaks down why our cultural standards around fame, work, and accountability have shifted since the 2000s. From Making the Band and Tyra Banks to Diddy,…
S4E13 The Death Of Celebrity Mystique: What Bad Bunny, Beyoncé & The Kardashians Reveal About Modern Fame
In this episode of Awf the Record, culture critic and Pop Syllabus creator Christiana Mbakwe Medina joins Mona Kosar Abdi and Jeannette Reyes for a sharp, layered conversation on modern fame,…
S4E12 [Go Awf] Laura Coates on Why She Left Prosecution
In this powerful segment, Laura Coates opens up about her time as a federal prosecutor and the complicated reality of pursuing justice from inside the system. She reflects on why Black and brown…
S4E12 Why Hard Work Isn’t Enough Anymore | CNN Anchor Laura Coates
On today’s Awf The Record, CNN anchor, attorney, and legal analyst Laura Coates joins the group chat for a powerful conversation about purpose, pivots, and what it really takes to build a life that…
S4E11 [Go Awf] Jaz Turner on the Messy Middle of Becoming Your Best Self
In this segment, Jaz Turner gets honest about the “messy middle” of self-growth, the part that does not look like green juice, Pilates, or a perfectly curated morning routine. She shares how…
S4E11 Glow Up Coach: A Step-By-Step Guide To Reinventing Yourself In 30 Days
What does a real glow up actually look like?In this episode of Awf The Record, Mona Kosar Abdi and Jeannette Reyes sit down with lifestyle entrepreneur and digital creator Jaz Turner, whose…
S4 [Go Awf] Eboni K. Williams Explains Why Relationships Are an Economy
In this segment from the Eboni K. Williams interview, Eboni breaks down why relationships, appearance, marriage, motherhood, and opportunity all operate within real social “marketplaces.” From…
S4E10 The #1 Way Women Lower Their Dating Currency | Eboni K. Williams
In this episode of AWF The Record, attorney, TV host, author, and Judge Eboni star Eboni K. Williams joins the group chat for an unfiltered conversation on dating standards, the infamous “bus driver”…
S4E9 [Go Awf] Sergio Hudson on The Hidden Costs of Scaling a Fashion Brand
What does it really take to build a successful fashion brand?In this segment, fashion designer Sergio Hudson breaks down the reality of the fashion industry, from scaling a small brand to navigating…
S4E9 Sergio Hudson: Michelle Obama, Beyoncé & The Brutal Truth About Black Designers
In this episode of AWF The Record, legendary fashion designer Sergio Hudson opens up about the journey from small-town South Carolina to dressing some of the most powerful women in the world,…
S4E8 [Go Awf] How Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart Helped Jess Hilarious Navigate a Cutthroat Industry
Who do you turn to when the industry gets brutal?In this segment, Jess Hilarious opens up about the mentors who helped shape her career, from Nick Cannon’s support to Kevin Hart’s unfiltered advice…
Jess Hilarious: Postpartum struggles, The Breakfast Club Tension, and Finding her Voice
In this episode of AWF The Record, Jess Hilarious opens up about the realities of postpartum, navigating a major career shift with The Breakfast Club, and what it actually takes to find your voice in…
S4E7 [Go Awf] Rachel Lindsay on The Pressures & Realities of Being the First Black Bachelorette
In this episode, Rachel Lindsay gets real about what it was actually like to become the first Black Bachelorette. She talks about finding out while she was literally in the middle of a jury trial,…
S4E7 Rachel Lindsay: First Black Bachelorette Reveals What Really Happened in Her Marriage
On today’s episode of Awf The Record, Former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay opens up about everything the audience didn’t see: navigating fame as the first Black lead, the pressure of representing an…
S4 [Go Awf] Your Top Plastic Surgery Questions Answered | Facelifts, Fillers, and Trends
What are people actually getting done… and why does everyone suddenly look younger?In this segment, Dr. Carl Truesdale breaks down the reality behind modern plastic surgery, from facelifts and…
S4E6 Top Plastic Surgeon: The Secret Procedure Your Favorite Celebrity Is Hiding
What are celebrities actually getting done… and why does everyone suddenly look younger?In this episode of Awf The Record, top Beverly Hills facial plastic surgeon Dr. Carl Truesdale pulls back the…
S4 [Go Awf] KevOnStage on Embracing Failure, Getting Cancelled, and Staying Relevant
What does failure really look like when you’re already successful?In this candid segment, KevOnStage breaks down why failure is not the opposite of success, it is the path to it. From deals falling…
S4E5 KevOnStage: on Failure, Fame, and Staying Relevant
What does it actually take to build a creative empire without losing yourself in the process?In this episode of Awf The Record, KevOnStage (Kevin Fredericks) gets real about the journey from posting…
[Go Awf] Is the Golden Age of TV News Over?
What’s really happening to the news industry and what does it mean for your career?In this episode of Awf The Record, Mona Kosar Abdi and Jeannette Reyes reflect on the changing landscape of…
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Awf The Record has published 100 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Society & Culture.
Awf The Record is currently highly active with new episodes every few days. Average episode length is 33m.
