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Awf The Record

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Recorded in United States of AmericaAbout United States of AmericaEnglishSociety & Culture
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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  1. [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…

    S4 E1305:59
  2. 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 m…

    S4 E1301:08:46
  3. [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 B…

    S4 E1207:22
  4. 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…

    S4 E1245:06
  5. [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…

    S4 E1109:27
  6. 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 Tur…

    S4 E1101:03:33
  7. [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 “marketp…

    S409:54
  8. 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 in…

    S4 E1058:17
  9. [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…

    S4 E905:58
  10. 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…

    S4 E955:52
  11. [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…

    S4 E809:09
  12. 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…

    58:30
  13. [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…

    S4 E709:58
  14. 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…

    S4 E701:05:27
  15. [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…

    S411:13
  16. 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 Truesd…

    S4 E655:17
  17. [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.…

    S414:28
  18. 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 j…

    S4 E501:00:37
  19. [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 l…

    09:36
  20. Why Nothing Ever Feels Like Enough

    Why does nothing ever feel like enough even when you’re living the life you once prayed for? In this episode of Awf The Record, Jeannette and Mona unpack the hidden struggle behind…

    S4 E444:20
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