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AW Confidential
by Yvette Bodden
AW Confidential is an award-winning self-discovery and culture podcast exploring identity, healing, reinvention, celebrity interviews, and unfiltered conversations that go beyond the surface. Hosted by Yvette Bodden, the show features raw conversations with Hollywood actors, entrepreneurs, and cultural voices on resilience, personal growth, purpose, and transformation. Winner of the 2025 Latin Podcast Award for Best Podcast – Estados Unidos, AW Confidential is where truth, culture, and powerful storytelling collide.
Episodes
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Allan Durell on Netflix’s La Captura: The Untold Stories of Mexico’s Everyday Heroes
What happens when a story inspired by real events brings the courage of everyday heroes to the world stage? In this episode of AW Confidential, Yvette Bodden sits down with actor Allan Durell, who portrays Ortega in Netflix's La Captura (Facing El Chapo), the Mexican thriller inspired by the...
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Cuban Food, Family & Identity | Chef Mika Leon on Cuban Soul
Chef, author, entrepreneur and television personality Mika Leon joins AW Confidential for a conversation about culture, family, identity and finding your way back to what matters most. Mika reflects on growing up in a big Cuban family in Miami, the traditions passed down through generations, and...
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Food, Family & Growing Up Latina: In the Kitchen with Yvette Bodden
In this special AW Confidential kitchen episode, Yvette Bodden steps away from the studio and into her kitchen to cook, reflect, and talk about food, family, culture, and growing up Latina. Inspired by chef and author Mika Leon’s new cookbook, Cuban Soul: 100 Vibrant Recipes from Mi Cocina…
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Isabel Allende on Love, Writing & the Stories That Shape Our Lives | Story Telling: A Writing Life
One of the world’s most celebrated authors, Isabel Allende is the internationally bestselling author of 30 books, including The House of the Spirits, Paula, and A Long Petal of the Sea, with more than 80 million copies sold worldwide. Her work has been translated into more than 40 languages and…
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La Verdad Sobre la Igualdad Salarial y el Fútbol Femenino | Bruninha de Gotham FC
🎙️ Este episodio de AW Confidential es en español. * ¿Qué se necesita realmente para convertirse en campeona? Bruninha, futbolista brasileña, dos veces campeona de la NWSL con Gotham FC y representante de Brasil a nivel internacional, se sienta con Yvette Bodden en AW Confidential para una...
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The Truth About Building a Business: What No One Sees | Annie Gamez, Cultura Takeover & Emily Perez, Latinas in Beauty Official
What does it really take to build a business when no one sees the sacrifices behind the success? On this episode of AW Confidential, Host and Founder, Yvette Bodden sits down with Annie Gamez, Founder of Cultura Takeover, and Emily Perez, Founder of Latinas Beauty Official, for an honest...
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What Fear Reveals About Us | Aaron Dominguez on The Prowler & Psychological Horror
Actor Aaron Dominguez joins AW Confidential to discuss his latest psychological horror short, The Prowler, an official selection of the Academy Award-qualifying LA Shorts International Film Festival. Known to many for his acclaimed role in Only Murders in the Building, Aaron shares what drew him…
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LEON on The Five Heartbeats, Music, Longevity & His Cultural Legacy
Actor, musician, producer and performer LEON joins AW for a candid conversation about an extraordinary career spanning more than three decades and the man behind the work that has become part of the culture. From unforgettable performances in The Five Heartbeats, Cool Runnings, Above the Rim, and...
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Dr. Yan Katsnelson: The Truth About Fibroids, Women's Health & Informed Care
What if understanding your healthcare options could change your life? Millions of women live with uterine fibroids, yet many spend years searching for answers, living with painful symptoms, or believing surgery is their only option. In this episode of AW Confidential, Yvette Bodden sits down with...
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Cynthia Bailey: Actor, Model, RHOA on Breaking the Silence Around Women's Health, Fibroids & Self Advocacy
What happens when a personal health journey becomes a mission to help others? In this special episode of AW Confidential, Yvette Bodden sits down with model, entrepreneur, television personality, and Fibroid Fighters Ambassador Cynthia Bailey for an honest conversation about women's health,...
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Lindsay Weisberg: The Truth About Reinvention, Resilience & Purpose | Lethia, GANGLAND & All the Sinners Bleed
Success rarely follows a straight line. In this episode of AW Confidential, actress Lindsay Weisberg shares her unexpected journey from competitive downhill skiing and neuroscience to a flourishing career in film and television. Together, we explore what it means to reinvent yourself, redefine...
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Christopher Piñero, Puerto Rican Film Director on Fear, Identity & The Prowler
What if fear wasn't the monster... but the villain? In this episode of AW Confidential, host Yvette Bodden sits down with Puerto Rican filmmaker Christopher Piñero, writer, director, and editor of the psychological horror short The Prowler, recently selected for the Academy Award®-qualifying LA...
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Danny Miro-Chinea: Creator Economy, Charging Your Worth & Building Ownership
In this episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with Danny Miro-Chinea, the Founder of Comprende and Partnerships Manager at Famosos, for a powerful conversation about ownership in the creator economy. From starting his career as a legal assistant in Washington, D.C., to building Comprende…
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Shelley Zalis: Founder and CEO of The Female Quotient, Talks the Power of the Pack, Leadership & Building a Global Movement
What does it take to build a movement instead of just a business? In this episode of AW Confidential, Yvette sits down with Shelley Zalis, Founder and CEO of The Female Quotient, entrepreneur, movement maker, and self-described Chief Troublemaker. From challenging workplace norms early in her...
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I Almost Broke: The Truth About Taking a Step Back
We live in a world that celebrates doing more. But what happens when doing more comes at the expense of yourself? In this solo episode, AW opens up about the stress that nearly broke me, the importance of listening to our bodies, and why taking a step back isn't weakness, it's wisdom. Sometimes...
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Jaklyn Bejarano: Survival, Humanity & the Story Behind Broken Land
"Because at its core, Broken Land isn't just a story about borders. It's a story about humanity."Actress Jaklyn Bejarano joins AW Confidential to discuss her powerful role as Irene in Broken Land, a modern western that explores survival, grief, sacrifice, and the humanity that can exist between...
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Rama Montakhabi, Actress, BMF on Following Her Dream & Stepping into Daughters of Dolemite
Actress Rama Montakhabi, known to audiences for her role as Peaches on the hit series BMF, joins AW Confidential for a powerful and deeply human conversation about purpose, identity, and the journey behind the spotlight. Now appearing in the upcoming film The Daughters of Dolemite, Rama shares…
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Joe Taslim, Actor on The Furious, Fatherhood & What Makes Us Human
What happens when pain, loss, and vengeance push people to their limits? In this episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with Joe Taslim (Mortal Kombat, The Raid) to discuss his powerful role in The Furious and the deeper themes hidden beneath the film's explosive martial arts action. Joe opens…
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Bobbie Lee Jr.: The Grit Behind the Spotlight and the Courage to Be Seen
In this powerful interview, actor Bobbie Lee Jr. joins AW Confidential to discuss his journey from athletics to acting and the mental toughness that shaped his career. Bobbie opens up about discipline, vulnerability, identity, and the part of himself he had to stop hiding to grow. We explore how...
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Coral Peña, Actress on Survival, Identity & Hope in Apple TV's "For All Mankind"
In this episode of AW Confidential, actress Coral Peña joins the conversation to explore the emotional truths behind For All Mankind season five. While the Apple TV hit series imagines humanity pushing deeper into the unknown, Coral opens up about the very human realities underneath the story:...
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Jonathan Blair on A Great Awakening, Faith, Purpose & the Awakening
In this episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with actor and writer Jonathan Blair to discuss A Great Awakening, the powerful new historical drama inspired by the true friendship between George Whitefield and Benjamin Franklin during one of the most transformative periods in American history....
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Pili Montilla: Emmy Award winning TV Host & Producer Shares the Truth About Latina Beauty Standards & Selena Gomez' Rare Beauty Campaign
What does “Latina beauty” actually look like—and who decided that in the first place? In this episode of AW Confidential, Emmy Award-winning host, producer, actress, and media personality Pili Montilla joins the conversation as one of the faces of Rare Beauty’s newest campaign, celebrating the…
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Dr. Jacquie Del Rosario: Dating Fatigue, Emotional Guardedness, and Why Modern Love Feels Exhausting
Modern dating is not simple. It is layered. In this episode of AW Confidential, Dr. Jacquie Del Rosario, relationship expert featured on CNN, Fox News, Bravo, and other national outlets, joins the conversation to unpack dating fatigue, emotional guardedness, and why commitment can feel heavier…
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Two Generations, One Job Market: The Truth About Work Today
Nearly half of 2025 college graduates are underemployed or struggling to find work, and many Gen Z graduates are entering one of the toughest job markets in years. In this episode of AW Confidential, host Yvette sits down with a very special guest, her daughter, for a candid mother–daughter...
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Renny Harlin & Gene Simmons on Deep Water, Survival, Instinct & the Human Story
What happens when survival is no longer a concept but a reality? In this episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with director Renny Harlin and producer Gene Simmons to discuss Deep Water, a high-stakes, shark-survival thriller that blends intense action with a deeply human story. From the chaos...
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Cush Jumbo: Truth, Power & Bias in Apple TV+ "Criminal Record"
Cush Jumbo (The Good Wife, The Good Fight) is an award-nominated actress and executive producer of Criminal Record. In this episode, she joins AW Confidential for a focused conversation on truth, power, and perception. In this interview, Cush breaks down the tension behind Criminal Record, from...
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Ashley Madison’s Paul Keable, Chief Strategy Officer, on Ethical Discretion, Modern Dating & the Future of Privacy
Ashley Madison is making headlines again, but this time, it’s not about a scandal. The company widely associated with married dating is repositioning itself around what it calls “Ethical Discretion.” What does that actually mean, and what does it say about how modern relationships are evolving?…
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Sergio Vizuete: Writer, Director on Risk, Reinvention, and Refusing to Play It Safe
In this episode of AW Confidential, Writer, Director Sergio Vizuete joins us to unpack the heart behind Becoming Vera — a quietly powerful story of an 18-year-old pianist aging out of foster care while fighting to protect her gift in Miami’s Latin jazz scene. But this conversation goes beyond…
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Daniel MacPherson Talks Lionsgate film, BEAST, Mindset & What It Really Takes to Win
Daniel MacPherson on BEAST, discipline, and the truth about the fight within. This conversation goes beyond the film into mindset, pressure, and facing yourself. What does it really take to win… when the real fight isn’t physical? In this episode of AW Confidential, I sit down with Daniel to talk...
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Luke Hemsworth on BEAST, Pressure, and the Fight You Can’t Walk Away From
In this episode of AW Confidential, Luke Hemsworth joins us to talk about his role as Gabriel Stone in the upcoming Lionsgate film BEAST, a character who doesn’t step into the fight, but sets it in motion. What unfolds is a conversation that goes far beyond the film. We explore pressure, power…
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Plane Jane (House of Villains, RuPaul's Drag Race) on Owning the Villain Label & Unapologetic Truth
Warning: Some adult language Plane Jane has never been afraid to say exactly what’s on her mind, and now she’s bringing that unapologetic energy to House of Villains on Peacock. In this episode of AW Confidential, we sit down with reality TV firestarter Plane Jane to talk about stepping into the...
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Gary Hilborn, Actor, Netflix’s The Night Agent on Power, Leadership & Playing the Head of the Secret Service
Night Agent, and his work across powerhouse shows, including Blue Bloods, FBI: Most Wanted, and Law & Order: Organized Crime. In this grounded and thought-provoking conversation, we explore what it truly means to portray authority on screen, how Hollywood’s definition of a powerful man is…
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Danica Jones & Clyde Berning on Hunting Jessica Brok: How Far Would a Mother Go to Survive?
In this episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with Danica Jones and Clyde Berning, stars of the action thriller Hunting Jessica Brok, for a conversation that goes far beyond the action. At its core, the film explores the battle of shadow, the internal war between the person you are trying to...
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Gabriel Sloyer (The Protector, Griselda, Narcos, Better Sister) on Playing Power, Villains & the Psychology Behind Mr. Chairman
Actor Gabriel Sloyer is known for his roles in Netflix’s hit series Griselda, Narcos, and Prime Video’s The Better Sister. The actor joined AW Confidential to discuss his powerful performance as Mr. Chairman in the new action thriller, The Protector. In this candid conversation, we go beyond the...
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Katelyn McCullough: When Everything Crashes - The $40 Dream That Nearly Fell Apart
When circus-performer-turned-filmmaker Katelyn McCulloch lost her entire first short film in a hard-drive crash, it should’ve been the end of the story. Instead, it became the moment everything began. In this powerful episode of AW Confidential, Katelyn joins AW for a raw, funny, and honest...
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Carolina Rodriguez, VP Marketing, World Emblem: The Only Woman in the Room - Leading with Empathy in Corporate Culture
What does it take to lead with empathy in environments built on pressure, power, and performance? In this powerful episode of AW Confidential, Yvette sits down with Carolina Rodriguez, Vice President of Marketing at World Emblem, to unpack what it really means to lead in male-dominated...
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Jarrett Austin Brown on Peacock’s STUMBLE, Ego, Belonging, and Redefining Strength
In this episode of AW Confidential, actor Jarrett Austin Brown joins the show to talk about Peacock’s new mockumentary STUMBLE — and the deeper story beneath the laughs. While STUMBLE centers on the chaotic world of competitive cheer, Jarrett’s character, DiMarcus, brings forward a more universal...
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Astrid Rotenberry: From Casting Desk to Netflix's "His & Hers" — Power, Boundaries & Knowing Your Worth
In this episode of AW Confidential, actress Astrid Rotenberry (Netflix’s His & Hers) joins us for a deeply honest conversation about seeing the industry from both sides of the table. Before stepping in front of the camera, Astrid interned at a casting office. She shares the hit series, her...
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Renny Harlin: From Die Hard 2 to The Strangers — Reinvention in Hollywood
In this powerful episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with iconic Hollywood director Renny Harlin, whose legendary career spans genre-defining classics including Die Hard 2, Cliffhanger, The Long Kiss Goodnight, and A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master. As Harlin closes the final...
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Russell Thomas: Beyond Tyler Perry's "The Oval" - The Man Behind the Mantle
What does power look like when it’s rooted in self-awareness… not ego? What does leadership feel like when you’re still finding your footing? And how does a man step into the Oval Office — on screen — while staying grounded in his truth? This week on AW Confidential, AW sits down with Russell...
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Sandra Delgado: Power Book IV: Force Actress & Acclaimed Playwright on Immigration, Identity & the Stories That Change Us
In this episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with acclaimed Colombian-American playwright, actor, singer, and producer Sandra Delgado — a woman New City Chicago hails as “her own brand of triple threat.” Sandra is the creative force behind the nationally praised play Hundreds and Hundreds of...
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Al Madrigal: The Daily Show, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Lopez vs Lopez & St. Denis Medical
This week on AW Confidential, we sit down with the brilliant and beloved Al Madrigal — comedian, actor, writer, executive producer, and former Senior Latino Correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. From his breakout days in San Francisco’s stand-up scene to winning the Jury Award for…
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Keylyn, Julia & Mari: Inside AFAM Wives Club, Love, Identity & the Truth Bombs these Filipina Housewives Didn’t Hold Back
This week on AW Confidential, we’re going behind the scenes of AFAM Wives Club, iWant’s boldest reality-drama yet — with three of the women who are redefining what modern Filipina storytelling looks like. Mari Fowler, Keylyn Trajano, and Julia Chu join AW for a conversation that feels like…
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Family Secrets, Cultural Identity & Healing: Growing Up Latino and Breaking Cycles
In this episode of AW Confidential, host Yvette Bodden sits down with her cousin for an honest conversation about family, cultural identity, and healing while growing up Latina. Together, they unpack the unspoken truths of life in a loud, loving, and wildly dysfunctional Dominican/Puerto Rican...
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Josh Webber: The Heart Behind Dog Patrol: Operation Santa Paws — Courage, Loyalty & Hope for 2025
In this special holiday episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with director, producer, and co-writer Josh Webber, the creative force behind Dog Patrol: Operation Santa Paws, a film that delivers more than festive charm. Behind the Christmas lights and adventure, Dog Patrol carries a powerful...
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Chad Duell: Beyond the Script on Purpose, Power & Starting Over after General Hospital
After fifteen years on General Hospital, Daytime Emmy winner Chad Duell steps out from behind the script to talk identity, purpose, and life beyond the camera. In this honest conversation, Chad opens up about the discipline that shaped him, the spiritual lessons learned along the way, and the...
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Zack Quin: Nuyorican Prince Unmasked - Comedy, Culture & Healing Out Loud
Zack Quin — the Nuyorican comedian whose 694K-strong community and 75M TikTok likes have made him one of the most influential Latino voices online — joins AW Confidential for a raw, hilarious, and deeply human conversation about culture, comedy, and healing out loud. In this in-studio episode, we...
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Dani Deetté: From Courtrooms to Hollywood, Talks Prime Video's "The Runarounds," Mental Health & Raw Truth
What does it take to walk away from the safe path and chase a dream? Actress Dani Deetté knows. She left the Michigan Circuit Courts behind to reinvent her life on screen, now starring as Wendy Wysong in Amazon Prime’s The Runarounds. Dani has also guest-starred in FBI: Most Wanted (TOS), Dark...
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Belissa Escobedo & Pablo Castelblanco, NBC's Happy's Place Talk Culture, Comedy, and Claiming Space
In this episode of AW Confidential, AW sits down with Belissa Escobedo (Blue Beetle, Hocus Pocus 2, The Baker and the Beauty) and Pablo Castelblanco (Alaska Daily, Dear White People, Scream Queens), stars of NBC’s Happy’s Place. They open up about what it means to represent Latino culture in...
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Laraine Newman: Comedy Legend from SNL to Sisters Grimm, Talking Storytelling, & the Power of Fantasy
In this episode of AW Confidential, we step into the magical world of Apple TV+’s The Sisters Grimm. Based on Michael Buckley’s New York Times bestselling book series, the animated fantasy follows two orphaned sisters descended from the Brothers Grimm who must navigate a town filled with heroes…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
AW Confidential is an award-winning self-discovery and culture podcast exploring identity, healing, reinvention, celebrity interviews, and unfiltered conversations that go beyond the surface. Hosted by Yvette Bodden, the show features raw conversations with Hollywood actors, entrepreneurs, and cultural voices on resilience, personal growth, purpose, and transformation. Winner of the 2025 Latin Podcast Award for Best Podcast – Estados Unidos, AW Confidential is where truth, culture, and powerful storytelling collide.
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Yvette Bodden
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