AW Confidential

Historically, Broadway's canvas has been made up of White actors. Diverse cast and stories were unheard of until around the 20th century when people of color broke barriers. Actress, Thais Menendez is a Cuban-American, SAG/AFTRA, Actress, Producer and Writer from Miami. She is also a Co-Founder of Quien Te Manda Productions, a Latina-led production company committed to inspiring underrepresented v...

Talented, Cuban-American, Actress, Ana Rey-Oktay is best known for her roles in Lopez vs Lopez and Maya Rudolph's, Loot. She also appeared in Californication, NCIS, Jane the Virgin, Parks and Recreations, and other productions. In this episode of AW Confidential, we talk about comedy, Latinidad, the role it played in her life, playing funny when life gets tough, being raised in a non-Latino enviro...

Talented, Cuban-American, Actress, Ana Rey-Oktay is best known for her roles in Lopez vs Lopez and Maya Rudolph's, Loot. She also appeared in Californication, NCIS, Jane the Virgin, Parks and Recreations, and other productions. In this episode of AW Confidential, we talk about comedy, Latinidad, the role it played in her life, playing funny when life gets tough, being raised in a non-Latino enviro...

Do you ever feel like you are the only one living an unplanned life? Most of us are too. I followed the blueprint set for me at a young age. Get a straight-A education, go to college, secure a stable job with benefits, and hopefully, retire modestly, as the daughter of Dominican immigrants that was the American Dream for many. Getting married and starting a family was the expectation in the middle...

In this episode, Master Mindset and Business Consultant, international Keynote Speaker, and the host of Banking on Cultura, Victoria Jenn Rodriguez shares expertise in overcoming imposter syndrome and eliminating self-doubt. The CEO of the Dare to Leap Academy discussed Imposter Syndrome, areas where it can come up, and how to conquer the days you don't feel your best. We also talked about the...

In this episode, Master Mindset and Business Consultant, international Keynote Speaker, and the host of Banking on Cultura, Victoria Jenn Rodriguez shares expertise in overcoming imposter syndrome and eliminating self-doubt. The CEO of the Dare to Leap Academy discussed Imposter Syndrome, areas where it can come up, and how to conquer the days you don't feel your best. We also talked about the...

In 2023, the beauty industry made billions with no signs of slowing down. Millions go under the knife or use injectibles to meet the unrealistic standards set by society. Others prefer to find youth in a bottle and Founder and CEO of SBLA Beauty, Randi Shinder may have found a hero product! After other successful beauty products like Clean Perfume, and Fusion Beauty, Jessica Simpson's Dessert line...

In 2023, the beauty industry made billions with no signs of slowing down. Millions go under the knife or use injectibles to meet the unrealistic standards set by society. Others prefer to find youth in a bottle and Founder and CEO of SBLA Beauty, Randi Shinder may have found a hero product! After other successful beauty products like Clean Perfume, and Fusion Beauty, Jessica Simpson's Dessert line...

Father's Day is celebrated across the US every second Sunday in June. AW decided to explore fatherhood from the perspective of a father balancing a career, a relationship, and a son. In 2022, Sean Frost won the Volkswagon Canada Gamechangers Award. In 2024, he was named one of OK! Magazine's Top 15 Entrepreneurial Minds. He is not only a successful Real Estate Broker but a visionary. Sean...

Father's Day is celebrated across the US every second Sunday in June. AW decided to explore fatherhood from the perspective of a father balancing a career, a relationship, and a son. In 2022, Sean Frost won the Volkswagon Canada Gamechangers Award. In 2024, he was named one of OK! Magazine's Top 15 Entrepreneurial Minds. He is not only a successful Real Estate Broker but a visionary. Sean...

Actor, Writer, and Director, Roberto Sanchez is best known for his role in 2 Fast 2 Furious, opposite Eva Mendez, a film director by John Singleton. Other film credits include The Family Business, SWAT, Law & Order SVU, Chicago PD, Queen of the South, The Resident, and many others. Soon, he will have recurring roles on the highly anticipated Palm Royale on Apple TV + and S3 of BMF produced by 50 C...

Actor, Writer, and Director, Roberto Sanches is best known for his role in 2 Fast 2 Furious, opposite Eva Mendez, a film director by John Singleton. Other film credits include The Family Business, SWAT, Law & Order SVU, Chicago PD, Queen of the South, The Resident, and many others. Soon, he will have recurring roles on the highly anticipated Palm Royale on Apple TV + and S3 of BMF produced by 50 C...

"We are what we eat" is what I have heard, and there is a lot of truth to the statement. One of the key things that help me maintain healthy skin is not just the dermatologist appointments, products used, and nightly routine - it is also, what I put into my body. In this segment, I discuss my daily food habits. I have been eating clean for years now. It is not a perfect science, since I do have tr...

"We are what we eat" is what I have heard, and there is a lot of truth to the statement. One of the key things that help me maintain healthy skin is not just the dermatologist appointments, products used, and nightly routine - it is also, what I put into my body. In this segment, I discuss my daily food habits. I have been eating clean for years now. It is not a perfect science, since I do have tr...

Actress, Adia Smith-Eriksson was born in the UK and raised in Sweden. She has had supporting roles in Odd Man Rush with Jack Mulhern & Caspar Phillipsona and television credits from shows like Barry and Bull. Most recently, she plays Ranger West in Netflix's #1 hit film, ATLAS , starring Jennifer Lopez, Sterling K Brown, and Simu Liu. AW spoke with the actress to discuss the film, working...

Actress, Adia Smith-Eriksson was born in the UK and raised in Sweden. She has had supporting roles in Odd Man Rush with Jack Mulhern & Caspar Phillipsona and television credits from shows like Barry and Bull. Most recently, she plays Ranger West in Netflix's #1 hit film, ATLAS , starring Jennifer Lopez, Sterling K Brown, and Simu Liu. AW spoke with the actress to discuss the film, working...

Part I: 3 Basic Rules to Unlock Healthier Skin Our skin is the first line of defense. It shields our internal organs and serves as a protective layer. It takes a beating from our consumption, stress, the environment, toxins, and time. Many of you have sent DMs and posts complimenting my skin. I have done my best to answer every one of your messages but I will repeat it, thank you so much for your...

Part I: 3 Basic Rules to Unlock Healthier Skin Our skin is the first line of defense. It shields our internal organs and serves as a protective layer. It takes a beating from our consumption, stress, the environment, toxins, and time. Many of you have sent DMs and posts complimenting my skin. I have done my best to answer every one of your messages but I will repeat it, thank you so much for your...

If you follow my ⁠Instagram⁠, you've probably seen me smoke a cigar. Sometimes, when the mood is right, I indulge in one with a good scotch. Why?  It's similar to the enjoyment of a good wine. The way a cigar smells, tastes, rolled, and burns, and the ritual are satisfying. The smoke gives me time to reflect and be with myself. A good cigar can also spark my masculine energy, awakening my confiden...

If you follow my Instagram, you've probably seen me smoke a cigar. Sometimes, when the mood is right, I indulge in one with a good scotch. Why?  It's similar to the enjoyment of a good wine. The way a cigar smells, tastes, rolled, and burns, and the ritual are satisfying. The smoke gives me time to reflect and be with myself. A good cigar can also spark my masculine energy, awakening my confidence...

*Warning: Mature audiences only. The episode may have strong language. Ian Lara is one of the hottest comics, rising to the ranks of the NYC Comedy circuit. His Comedy Central Stand-Up Featuring, Season 1, Episode 4 has over 10 million views! He has appeared on NBC's, Bring the Funny, and The Tonight Show with Jim Fallon, and was a regular on Comedy Central's, This Week at the Comedy Cellar. The D...

*WARNING: Mature audiences only. The episode may have strong language. Ian Lara is one of the hottest comics, rising to the ranks of the NYC Comedy circuit. His Comedy Central Stand-Up Featuring, Season 1, Episode 4 has over 10 million views! He has appeared on NBC's, Bring the Funny, and The Tonight Show with Jim Fallon, and was a regular on Comedy Central's, This Week at the Comedy Cellar. The D...

Paula Andrea Placido was born in the Dominican Republic. Her father is Argentine-Italian and her mother is Columbian. The multicultural Latina lived in Palm Beach, FL until the age of 18, when she moved to Los Angeles, CA. The initial decision to make the change was scary but her bold moves are paying off. The actress is building an impressive portfolio of work that includes roles in L-Word: Gen Q...

Paula Andrea Placido was born in the Dominican Republic. Her father is Argentine-Italian and her mother is Columbian. The multicultural Latina lived in Palm Beach, FL until the age of 18, when she moved to Los Angeles, CA. The initial decision to make the change was scary but her bold moves are paying off. The actress is building an impressive portfolio of work that includes roles in L-Word: Gen Q...

AW wanted to discuss something we all need, don't have enough of, and lately, worry about it more often. If you guessed, money. You are correct! A survey done by Bankrate in 2023, revealed that concerns about money are taking a negative toll on American's mental health. Since, April is Financial Literacy Month, what better time than now, to have an honest conversation about the green in our lives?...