AW Confidential

The solo episode with the Host, AW Confidential Podcast is a video and audio podcast. Listen as Yvette shares some of the personal experiences that have shaped her life over the past few years. Between 2019 and 2023, the author dealt with empty nest syndrome, illness, death of a parent, and depression, again but she is stronger, wiser, and learning to build resilience. Sharing our stories is a way...

In 2022, a study published by the Journal of Neuroscience reported that mother-daughter relationships are the most powerful of all parent-child bonds, particularly as it relates to the usual way in which our brains process emotion. In other words, we share inherent chemistry that keeps us synchronized. Whether you have a daughter or are a daughter, you can appreciate this finding.

Mexican-American, Naibe Reynoso has been able to do all of the above. The 4-time Emmy award-winning Journalist, Host, and Producer achieved greatness in the areas of investigative reporting, hosting, entertainment reporting, radio, and TV production. She has been a board member of the distinguished Peabody Awards since 2015, the same year she was cited with a BIBO Award for "Outstanding Work in Me...

Loren Escandón graduated with a degree in Theatre from Universidad del Valle in Colombia. Instead of staying put in her native country, she made a bold move. The fearless Latina moved to the US to pursue dreams of making a splash in the entertainment industry without so much as speaking the English language. There were plenty of roadblocks on the path she chose for herself, none of which dissuaded...

The LA-based Celebrity Stylist has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including Sterling K. Brown and Jeannie Mai. She has been featured in People and InStyle Magazines. In 2021, she authored a memoir, 7000 Miles to Freedom to tell the world her story of survivorship.    Naz was born in Tehran, Iran. At 23, she came to the United States as a refugee. Her journey has been filled wi...

Lara Everly is part of NBCU's Female Forward Directing Program. She is an award-winning director, skilled at bringing comedy to unexpected topics. Her recent political short "Always & Forever" went viral with 26 million views. Recently, she directed an impactful episode of NBCU's "American Auto." Its plot revolved around one of the character's conflicting views about women's rights in the workplac...

Every episode of the AW Confidential Podcast is special. In some way, I am left inspired or empowered by each guest. Sasha Merci's interview hit differently because I can see myself in her, as will many others. As the daughter of Dominican immigrants, raised in New York, I connected with the Comedian-Actress. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have her on our platform. The Bronx native ha...

Jaina Lee Ortiz is best known for her roles on ABC's Station 19 and Grey's Anatomy , FOX's Rosewood , USA's Shooter , and the film Girls Trip . On March 10th, audiences will see her in "Righteous Thieves ," as, Lucille. More than a tech-savvy badass, she brings explosive energy to the screen. The movie stars a cast of dynamic actors including Lisa Vidal , Sasha Merci, Cam Gigandet ("Twilight"), Da...

Karen Swensen is an award-winning journalist with multiple Emmys, Gracie’s, Gabriel Awards, Associated Press, and Press Club Awards.   She walked away from a successful career as WWL-TV-New Orleans anchor on Eyewitness News at 5p and 6p to fulfill a purpose.  Karen started her company "Life's About Change" to help others find joy.    In 2000, six years before her wedding, she was operated on for a...

Esoteric Esa is an Astrologist and Psychic with bylines in Cosmopolitan, Popsugar, and Hip Latina. The expert has been featured in E! News and US Weekly. Now, she has teamed up with "Chispa," the #1 dating app for Latino singles which has received over 7 million downloads to bring us the 2023 Love Predictions. AW sat down with Esoterica Esa to discuss her journey to becoming an Astrologist and wha...

Adrian Hernandez (Ugly Primo) is the Founder and Creative Director of Need Pastel.   Primo began expressing his creativity while still in high school, as a DJ of Quinceaneras and backyard parties. He is a self-taught Mexican artist from Los Angeles who combined his love for music, art, and humor to make the world smile. The journey began at the age of 15 years old and it has taken him the same tim...

The road to our dreams is never easy. We get discouraged by rejection, delays, people, and all the challenges presented along the way. Eilyn Jimenez says, "With tenacity, dedication, and hard work, anything is possible."   About 5 years ago, Eilyn dreamed about where she is today, and the experiences she is living. The Netflix series, "Designing Miami" is a hit! Her career, as Founder and Cre...

Spicy Mari is a powerhouse. She is a prominent Relationship Expert, Matchmaker, CEO, and Founder of The Spicy Life,  who focuses on helping individuals and couples unlock the power to attract their purpose-mate and find love. She is knowledgeable, strong, confident, and fearless when it comes to giving you the truth about relationships. Her expertise has been featured on ABC's the Tamron Hall...

Bevy Smith walked away from a successful career in fashion advertising to find her authentic and happiest self. By the age of 55, she was a well-known media celebrity , an Award-Winning Television & Radio Personality, Co-Host of Bravo’s “Fashion Queens,” Host of Sirius XM's, Bevelations  on Radio Andy, Ted Talk Speaker, and Bestselling Author of Bevelations: Lessons from a Mutha, Auntie,...

Jesus Castro has been seen in television hits, like S2 "La Reina del Sur," "Brigada Costa del Sol" and "El Nino."    His most recent project, "Diary of a Gigolo" (Diario de Un Gigolo) can be seen on Netflix and NBC Universal Telemundo. The international phenomenon is the new sexy thriller that everyone is whispering about and well-worth investing time to watch all 10 episodes.   AW sat down with i...

Mexican American, Actor, Nicholas Gonzalez has an impressive list of acting credits.  He has played well-known characters over the course of the years, any of which you may be familiar with. Marco Furey in Pretty Little Liars, Dominick Flores in How to Get Away with Murder, Dante Ramon in The Flash, Orlando Lagos in Being Mary Jane, and Dr. Neil Melendez in The Good Doctor.   Most recently, he pla...

Gabrielle Stone is an Actress, Director, Host of the FML Talk Podcast, and Author of bestselling books like Eat, Pray, FML#, and The Ridiculous Misadventures of a Single Girl.   If you haven't read her books, yet, maybe you are one of the millions of followers she has on TikTok. Her amazing journey from heartbreak to badass is inspiring and empowering!   Like many of us, Gabrielle has experienced...

Puerto Rican, Actor, Jon Seda is well-known for his role as Chris Perez, who he played in the monster-hit, biopic Selena, opposite Jennifer Lopez, as well as, roles in Gladiator, 12 Monkeys, and Bad Boys. The talented Latino is no stranger to television favorites like Homicide, Third Watch, Chicago Fire, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Treme, and fan-favorite, Chicago P.D. as the character, Det...

Jay Barnett is a former professional football player before his second act. The closing of this chapter left him without an identity. Football gave him discipline, family, friends, a means to provide for himself, as well as, purpose until he could no longer play. How do you figure out who you are when you can't perform anymore? The beginning of this chapter in his life was excruciating but necessa...

Dominican/Venezuelan Actress, Producer, and Writer, Isadora Ortega doesn't shy away from difficult subjects. In her recent film, Executive Producer and Leading Actress take us along on the journey of Miriam Ramos, a woman who falls in love with a successful, charming, passionate, and generous man who appears to be the perfect man but also, has a dark side. The award-winning film, "Another Love Sto...

Erin Lim Rhodes is a household name. The television personality has a warm, personable, and friendly interview style. The Host of E! News "The Rundown" has interviewed some of the biggest celebrities in the world, yet you feel like she is chatting with a friend.   During our interview, we talked about motherhood, postpartum, juggling the roles of mother, wife, and entertainment news personality. E...

The word makes people uncomfortable, embarrassed but it is important to remember, the word is used in different contexts. While some people shy away from the topic, others use it as a form of power. Uttering the word brings as much discomfort to you, as those listening. Dr. Olivia Richman, Tedx Speaker, Relationship Podcaster, Creator YouTube Sex Ed Channel, and Author of "The Thriver's Guide to M...

Kamal Bolden has been seen in shows like Fox's "The Resident," NBC's "Chicago Fire" and most recently, he plays, Owen Turner in NBC's "The Endgame."    In our interview, he discusses, what it meant to him to play, Owen Turner,  his appeal to playing the complex character, and where will the storyline may take him (Spoiler Alert).    We also talked about his role, the show "61st Street, and the sig...

Most of us will experience some sort of traumatic event in our lifetime. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports 1 in 3 women, around the world, experience sexual violence. Sexual abuse, assault, or harassment is prevalent, leaving its victims in a precarious state of mental, physical, and spiritual defeat. The trauma that follows is devastating when victims don't confront it. Cecilia Tement h...

Jordan Johnson-Hinds has played a Lab Assistant, Lawyer, and now, FBI Special Agent in NBC Universal's "The Endgame.  In our interview he speaks about his role as Anthony Flowers, the strong ensemble of characters, his connection to the character, and the importance of its strong female characters, Ryan Michelle Bathe and Morena Baccarin.   For more on Jordan, visit Twitter and Instagram: jordanjo...