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Awf The Record

Jeannette and Mona
Awf The Record
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  • Best of Big Sis Advice: Lessons That Hit Different Now
    In this special best-of episode of Awf The Record, Mona and Jeannette bring together the realest advice and most unforgettable gems from past conversations that still hit hard. From redefining success to setting boundaries with family, pivoting careers to reclaiming joy, these are the truths that only get better with time.You’ll hear reflections on burnout, letting go of outdated family expectations, healing from toxic work cultures, and what it really means to rebrand your life—inside and out. Plus, some hard-earned perspective on negotiating your worth, holding yourself accountable, and choosing yourself even when it’s uncomfortable.Whether you’re at a crossroads, in the middle of a glow-up, or just trying to survive the group chat of adulthood, this episode is a guidepost for growth.KEY POINTS9: Bitter Exes, Fake Friends, And Embracing The Cringe4: The Power of Rebranding, Staying Consistent and Building Habits2: Kamie Crawford: Quitting Catfish Chaos, Controversy & Career Pivots10: This Harvard Grad Quit the Dream Job — Here’s WhyRESOURCES: Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Youtube: @AwfTheRecordInstagram: @awftherecordpodcastTikTok: @AwfTheRecordMona Kosar AbdiIG |  @monakabdi Jeannette ReyesIG |  @msnewslady Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Watch on Youtube: @AwfTheRecordFollow us on Instagram: @awftherecordpodcastFollow us on TikTok: @AwfTheRecordVisit our website: www.AwfTheRecord.com Follow Mona on TikTok and IGFollow Jeannette on TikTok and IG
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  • [Go Awf] The Danger of Making Your Partner Your Only Friend
    Is your partner your only friend? Dr. Marisa G. Franco joins the conversation to explore the hidden costs of relying solely on romantic relationships for connection. From the science of friendship to the power of confrontation, this segment dives into why strong friendships make us better partners—and how avoiding conflict can actually harm our closest bonds.GUEST RESOURCES: Dr. Marisa G. Franco IG | @drmarisagfrancoPlatonic Friendship Questionnaire | What Type of Friend Are You?RESOURCES: Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Youtube: @AwfTheRecordInstagram: @awftherecordpodcastTikTok: @AwfTheRecordMona Kosar AbdiIG |  @monakabdi Jeannette ReyesIG |  @msnewslady Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Watch on Youtube: @AwfTheRecordFollow us on Instagram: @awftherecordpodcastFollow us on TikTok: @AwfTheRecordVisit our website: www.AwfTheRecord.com Follow Mona on TikTok and IGFollow Jeannette on TikTok and IG
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  • Q&A: From Newsroom Drama to Therapy Sessions
    In this special Q&A episode of Awf The Record, Jeannette and Mona are putting the scripts down and pulling the curtain back. You asked, so they answered - nothing is off limits.From what inspired them to launch the podcast, to how their friendship has shifted in the spotlight, this conversation is full of raw reflections, inside jokes, and unfiltered truth. They talk about balancing ambition with burnout, navigating career crossroads, and the toll the news cycle takes on mental health especially as Black women in the media.It’s part real talk, part behind-the-scenes, and 100% group chat energy.If you’ve ever wondered what goes on when the cameras are off or what it really takes to build something with your best friend, this one’s for you! KEY POINTS - How has our friendship evolved through ATR?- Times the friendship was tested…- A must-do: podcast with your bestie?- Key similarities: best friend and biz partner? - Ways to stay grounded - The first thing we’d do if we switched lives - Worst fashion or beauty fail (on cam)- Mental health 101 as TV personalities- Public’s perception about us that isn’t a FACT - Wish for each other this 2025 QUOTES “When something is not going as planned — and that's happened a lot of times with this podcast — we've kind of been always on the same page.” – Jeannette Reyes“We would give you guys a headline, sitting on the anchor desk, and then we would get off and be in the group chat — just discussing all types of news stories and conversations that are more online than you would see in your morning headlines.” – Mona Kosar AbdiRESOURCES: Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Youtube: @AwfTheRecordInstagram: @awftherecordpodcastTikTok: @AwfTheRecordMona Kosar AbdiIG |  @monakabdi Jeannette ReyesIG |  @msnewslady Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Watch on Youtube: @AwfTheRecordFollow us on Instagram: @awftherecordpodcastFollow us on TikTok: @AwfTheRecordVisit our website: www.AwfTheRecord.com Follow Mona on TikTok and IGFollow Jeannette on TikTok and IG
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  • [Go Awf] I Love My Hubby But I’m Not Sharing Him
    Is it possible to be your true self without giving too much away? In this conversation, we dive into the fine line between being authentic and protecting your private life. Taryn opens up about why she feels responsible for showing up fully—flaws, quirks, and all—while keeping the most sacred parts of her life off-limits. From handling online scrutiny to setting personal boundaries, this is a raw take on what it really means to share yourself with the world.RESOURCES: Taryn Delanie-Smith IG | @taryndelaniesmithKeep in touch with Awf The Record:Youtube: @AwfTheRecordInstagram: @awftherecordpodcastTikTok: @AwfTheRecordMona Kosar AbdiIG |  @monakabdi Jeannette ReyesIG |  @msnewslady Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Watch on Youtube: @AwfTheRecordFollow us on Instagram: @awftherecordpodcastFollow us on TikTok: @AwfTheRecordVisit our website: www.AwfTheRecord.com Follow Mona on TikTok and IGFollow Jeannette on TikTok and IG
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  • This Harvard Grad Quit the Dream Job — Here’s Why
    Objection overruled: She didn’t just take a leap of faith—she appealed to her true calling.Today’s Awf The Record guest, Eni Popoola, had all the receipts for a high-powered legal career: Harvard undergrad, Columbia Law, and a coveted position at a top law firm. But what happens when the courtroom starts to feel less like a stage and more like a cage? In this bold and unapologetic episode, Eni opens up about the internal tug-of-war between security and self-expression. She shares the microaggressions, identity changes, and perfectionist pressures she faced as a Black woman in corporate law—and how content creation became something of its own. From filming videos on the fly during her lunch break to finally serving her resignation notice, Eni walks us through the mental, emotional, and spiritual recalibration it took to choose her joy over her job.Mona and Jeannette go deep with Eni on everything from impostor syndrome and immigrant guilt, to negotiating brand deals, protecting your peace, and giving Black creators permission to choose softness over burnout. They talk about the beauty of pivoting without shame, building your platform with purpose, and what it really takes to give up a six-figure job for a shot at something greater.  The verdict’s in: You don’t have to live someone else’s version of success. You just have to give yourself permission to redefine it.KEY POINTS- Eni’s experience living in New York City - Law school experiences, transition to content creation- Challenges in working at a big law firm - The pivot: Choosing content creation as a full-time job- Maintaining work-life balance, Eni’s types of content- Navigating the “influencer industry” as a black content creator- What are Eni’s plans for the future? - The importance of having a supportive network - Representation matters: More opportunities for black creators QUOTES "Not everyone gets to feel like they are being advocated for strongly by a manager.” – Eni Popoola “I always say: ‘I'm not regretful.’ You can never make me regret getting education and gaining knowledge. Never, ever, ever.” – Eni Popoola“If I don't pass this exam, I'm gonna resent content creation. I'm gonna feel like I don't even want to do this because this thing kept me from something that I was working for for so long.”  – Eni PopoolaGUEST RESOURCES Eni PopoolaIG | @enigivensundayRESOURCES: Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Youtube: @AwfTheRecordInstagram: @awftherecordpodcastTikTok: Keep in touch with Awf The Record:Watch on Youtube: @AwfTheRecordFollow us on Instagram: @awftherecordpodcastFollow us on TikTok: @AwfTheRecordVisit our website: www.AwfTheRecord.com Follow Mona on TikTok and IGFollow Jeannette on TikTok and IG
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About Awf The Record

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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