AW Confidential

Yvette Bodden
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Unfiltered Conversations on Culture, Identity, Healing & Reinvention. AW Confidential is the unapologetic Society & Culture podcast where truth-telling meets star power. A 2025 Latin Podcast Award winner for Best Podcast – Estados Unidos, with 11 nominations across 2024 and 2025, host Yvette Bodden goes beyond the headlines in raw conversations with Hollywood actors, cultural disruptors, and entrepreneurs. No scripts. No sugar-coating. Just stories of resilience, identity, and reinvention that prove one thing: in this space, nothing is confidential.

  1. 6D AGO

    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 film. We talk about immigrant dreams, creative survival, and what it means to have talent without protection. How betrayal can shake your belief and how you rebuild it. Why Sergio refused to portray Vera as a victim and the deeper truth about finding your voice when there is no safety net. This episode is for dreamers. For creatives building without guarantees. For anyone who has ever had to choose courage and faith over comfort. Because sometimes the real power isn’t in the gift.It’s in refusing to give up on it. Learn more about Becoming Vera, visit the film's website www.becomingvera.com

    12 min

  2. APR 9

    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 about his role in Beast and the deeper truth behind discipline, pressure, and the internal battles we don’t always see. From stepping into the mindset of a fighter to living fully in his character, he shares what it takes to stay grounded under pressure and how easily strength can turn into self-destruction if you’re not aware. One line from the film stays with me: “If I can breathe, I can think… if I can think, I can win.” But what does that really mean in real life? This conversation dives into the truth about facing the “beast within,” doing the internal work, and what it takes to show up fully, not just in a fight, but in life. This isn’t just about a film. It’s about who you become when you stop running. Learn more about Daniel, visit @danmcpherson

    10 min

  3. APR 2

    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, and the psychology behind opportunities that come with a cost. What does it mean to be the one who creates the stakes? And why do we sometimes say yes to things we know may push us past our limits? Luke shares insight into the mindset behind his character, the dynamics of control, and the deeper truth about the battles we face, especially the ones we can’t walk away from. Because BEAST isn’t just about a fight…It’s about the choices that put us in it. 🎙️ AW Truth Bomb: Have you ever said yes to something that looked like an opportunity… but deep down, you knew it might cost you more than you were ready to give, and what did that moment teach you? Learn more about Luke, visit Instagram @lukehemsworth

    9 min

  4. MAR 26

    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 villain era, navigating alliances in a house full of competitors, and why bold personalities are so often labeled the villain. From strategy and rivalries inside the House of Villains to the cultural conversation around confidence, authenticity, and speaking without a filter, Plane Jane pulls back the curtain on what it really means to own your reputation in reality television. The conversation explores the psychology of the villain label, the power dynamics inside competitive reality TV, and what happens when someone refuses to shrink themselves to make others comfortable. If you’ve ever been called “too much,” “too direct,” or “too honest,” this conversation might just hit home. • Plane Jane on joining House of Villains and stepping into the villain role• Strategy, alliances, and trust inside the house• Why outspoken women are often labeled the villain• The power of being unapologetically yourself• An AW Truth Bomb on owning your voice House of Villains: Season 3 streams on Peacock, bringing together reality TV icons to compete for the title of America’s ultimate supervillain. Sometimes the villain is just the one telling the truth.

    7 min

  5. MAR 19

    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 evolving, and why leadership is more than a title. Gary also opens up about stepping into creative ownership as a writer and producer and what keeps him steady under pressure. If you’re a fan of political thrillers, crime dramas, or conversations about modern leadership, this episode goes beyond the uniform. Power isn’t about the title. It’s about how you carry it. Subscribe for more conversations that unpack authority, integrity, and the people behind the roles. Learn more, visit Instagram  ⁨@GaryHilborn⁩

    19 min

  6. MAR 12

    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 become and the instincts you hoped you would never need again. As a former elite Black Ops soldier turned mother, Jessica is forced to confront the darker parts of herself when her daughter’s life is threatened. Danica and Clyde open up about identity, loyalty, trauma, and the psychological cost of survival. What unfolds is not just a story about being hunted, but about what we are willing to become to protect the ones we love. Hunting Jessica Brok is streaming on Prime Video.

    9 min

  7. MAR 6

    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 action to unpack the psychology of power, what it takes to inhabit a ruthless character, and how actors navigate roles rooted in dark systems of control. Sloyer shares insight into stepping inside the mind of a man who operates behind layers of influence and protection, and why understanding the humanity behind even the most dangerous characters is essential to the craft. This episode explores: • The psychology behind playing powerful antagonists• How actors prepare for emotionally complex roles• The real-world dynamics of power, influence, and control• Gabriel Sloyer’s journey across major platforms like Netflix and Prime Video• What it takes to bring authenticity to characters operating in morally dark spaces If you’re fascinated by villains, storytelling, and the deeper layers behind dark characters, this conversation pulls back the curtain. The Protector is out now.

    8 min

  8. MAR 5

    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 conversation about rebuilding after breakdowns — artistic, emotional, and personal. What started as a total loss turned into a $40 pizza-fueled miracle that would eventually become Everybody’s Meg, the award-winning comedy series now premiering on Trailer Park Boys+. But this conversation goes far beyond filmmaking. Together, they unpack: The crash that changed everything — and the others that followed What rebuilding looks like when you have no budget, no plan, and no backup How chaos becomes clarity when you trust your instincts Why women in filmmaking are rewriting the rules, frame by frame The unexpected strength you discover when life falls apart Using humor as healing, resilience, and rebellion Katelyn’s journey is a masterclass in grit, creativity, and comeback energy, a reminder that “dreamers” aren’t the ones who talk about it… They’re the ones who build from whatever they have left. AW Truth Bomb: When everything crashes, strength isn’t who you are when it works; it’s who you choose to be when it doesn’t. If you’re navigating your own rebuild, this episode will meet you right where you are. Learn more about Katelyn's award-winning projects, visit Hey Old Productions, or visit Instagram @ hey. old. friend

    54 min
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Unfiltered Conversations on Culture, Identity, Healing & Reinvention. AW Confidential is the unapologetic Society & Culture podcast where truth-telling meets star power. A 2025 Latin Podcast Award winner for Best Podcast – Estados Unidos, with 11 nominations across 2024 and 2025, host Yvette Bodden goes beyond the headlines in raw conversations with Hollywood actors, cultural disruptors, and entrepreneurs. No scripts. No sugar-coating. Just stories of resilience, identity, and reinvention that prove one thing: in this space, nothing is confidential.

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  • Creator
    Yvette Bodden
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    266
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Yvette Bodden
  • Show Website
    AW Confidential