Francia Raísa stops by M&F to catch up with Mando! They reminisce on how she first started her career — from modeling and dancing at an early age to then falling in love with acting. The 'How I Met Your Father' star shares that her comedic timing came natural in her new role as "Valentina." Francia then breaks down the keys to her success; manifestation, constantly working on her craft and keeping her self physically and mentally healthy. The Honduran-Mexican actress takes a moment to talk a...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Viral health coach and entrepreneur Massy Arias is on Mando & Friends! She shares how she was able to penetrate the fitness market after constantly being told that she wouldn't make it. Massy also opens up about how she was able to overcome body dysmorphic disorder along and depression. She passionately challenges public figures, creators and our communities to be be more accepting, open-minded and inviting when our people are going through a difficult time. She proudly says, "life hasn't be...
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 19 min
The legendary chef Roy Choi joins Mando & Fresko to talk about his journey, growth and new series Broken Bread. Roy also shares how his gourmet Korean-Mexican taco truck Kogi was born in a parking lot. From being a world reknown chef to social activist — Roy does it all! This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 38 min
Get to know the real Jenny69. The make-up influencer turned viral musical artist is ready to take over the world! Find out what really drives her; helping her family, making a difference in her community, motivating her fans and more. Jenny also opens up about everything from growing as a woman, a leader and entrepreneur — to how she takes care of her mental health. There's a lot more to Jenny Ruiz than you see on social media. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Feb 11, 2022•59 min
Viral Chef Jenny Martinez shares how embracing her Mexican roots helped her find social media super stardom. Today Martinez balances being a full-time wife, mom and content creator who caters to millions of followers daily. From knocking on doors selling forklifts right before the pandemic — to having sponsors knocking on her door. Chef Jenny Martinez' story is one you need to hear! This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Dominic Ciambrone famously known as "The Shoe Surgeon" is the entertainment and fashion industry's most sought-after sneaker designer and customizer. He talks to Mando Fresko about his career journey, taking care of his mental health and collaborations with the biggest celebrities in the world. Dom shares moments when he thought he was introverted — and then discovering his extroverted ways after designing shoes "to be seen and create a voice." Find out how finding his passion and a special ment...
Feb 01, 2022•45 min
The leader behind the "corridos tumbados" movement, Jimmy Humilde, CEO of Rancho Humilde is on Mando & Friends! He shares how his love for Mexican regional music, corridos and hip hop were the roots for this fast growing genre also known as "trap corridos." Find out how Humilde transitioned from being a dishwasher to throwing flyer parties in LA backyards to becoming the CEO for one of the biggest record labels in music. He breaks down how his humble beginnings and strong work ethic planted ...
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 51 min
Star puppeteer and CEO of Viva La Puppet Michelle Zamora is on Mando & Friends! Michelle talks about her career journey from finding her passion at a very young age to now running her own company — working alongside first lady, Michelle Obama. She also talks biggest inspirations, how believing in yourself opens doors and the importance of executing one's ideas. Watch her hit children's cooking television series Waffles + Mochi executive produced by Michelle Obama — and their latest special '...
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 43 min
World champion Seniesa Estrada is on Mando & Friends. "Super Bad" Estrada breaks down the moment she fell in love with boxing as an 8 year-old girl growing up in East Los Angeles and shares her journey to becoming a world champion boxer. Seniesa also talks about her pursuit to be better every day — taking care of her mental and physical health. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 11 min
The legendary actor, singer and TV personality Jaime Camil is on Mando & Friends! He shares his career journey — from singing in his room as a kid to becoming Mexico's "King of Rancheras" in the upcoming Vicente Fernandez biopic. Jaime and Mando share laughs, their passion for football (soccer) and stories about growing up in a traditional Mexican household. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Oct 29, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Julissa Bermudez breaks down her career journey in entertainment — and shares her entrepreneurial aspirations. From moving out of state as a teenager to make her dreams of becoming a television host a reality — to most recently launching her own skin care line 'República' named after her native country of the Dominican Republic. Catch up with Julissa on Mando & Friends because there are no signs of her slowing down. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 24 min
The OG is on M&F! World-renown photographer, director and entrepreneur Estevan Oriol sits down with Mando to talk about his legacy in entertainment, Los Angeles and Chicano culture. Oriol shares his life and career experiences -- from tour manager to photographer for the biggest names in entertainment to taking over the media world. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 36 min
Viral star, comedian and digital creator Jay Mendoza sits down with Mando Fresko to talk about his journey to social media stardom. He talks about his experience of being first-generation and how that fueled him to work hard and follow his passion of creating. Jay shares everything from his big break story — to details on his latest project "En Mi Barrio" with the Los Angeles Rams. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Oct 08, 2021•1 hr 5 min
JJ Soria is in the building! The Gentefied star talks about his journey throughout the entertainment business and how he stays hungry for his next chapter. He also breaks down how music helps him with his mental health, shares advice for those wanting to get into acting — and more. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Oct 01, 2021•1 hr 32 min
Noemi Gonzalez stops by Mando & Friends to talk about her journey from wanting to become a music teacher in grade school — to playing the drums as Suzette on Netflix's Selena series. Noemi also share how she takes care of her mental health, the importance of representation in entertainment and answers the M&F Rapid Fire Questions! This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Sep 24, 2021•1 hr 27 min
Beau Casper Smart drops by to talk to Mando about his career journey. From going on a world tour at 17 years of age, during the peak of the Krump dance era to creative directing for the top A-listers in music. Casper has done it all... and he's just getting started. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Sep 16, 2021•1 hr 7 min
The legendary DJ Vice stops by Mando & Friends! If you’ve ever been to a club in your life or have aspired to be a DJ, you know of Vice. Episode 2 of M&F (Season 2) presented by Verizon is a special one. Vice talks everything from his Mexican roots to the early spark that ignited his DJ career as a kid growing up in Echo Park — to his friendship with the late DJ AM that changed his life. Get ready to be inspired and add some new songs to your party playlist. This isn’t an interview. Just...
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 12 min
On the first episode of season 2, we have Jen Munoz. A Mexican American professional soccer player from Montebello, California who at her young age has already left her mark in the sport and her fans hearts. She’s an all-star in her own right, playing for “El Mas Grande,” Club America in Mexico’s capital and getting called up to play for the Mexican National team. Jen is a strong advocate for woman empowerment — and standing up against women being objectified in sports. In May of this year she a...
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Rapper, musician and entrepreneur, Snow Tha Product stops by Mando & Friends! The trailblazing rapper opens up about how she got introduced to mariachi music, signing with a major label and her transition of becoming a successful "no management, no label" boss. Snow gets real about her unique journey, overcoming the challenges of being a Mexican-American rapper and her passion of helping her friends, family and fans.
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Marcelo joins us on #MandoAndFriends to talk about football, music and his epic journey. We take it back to when he was first motivated by his grandfather to playing on the same pitch as his idols. He also talks about what his personal experiences throughout the pandemic, breaks down his top 5 favorite rappers and tells us who he thinks is greatest football player of all time.
Feb 12, 2021•50 min
Singer and songwriter Chesca stops by Mando & Friends to talk it up! She takes us back to where it all started; from being the lead singer of her dad's band — to having the number 1 song on Billboard‘s Latin Chart. Chesca also shares her traumatic injury as a kid and how she used that as motivation to continue her dream.
Feb 05, 2021•49 min
Actress, creator and East Los Angeles native Annie Gonzalez stops by Mando & Friends! Annie takes us on an inspiring journey; from her humble beginnings in East LA to landing a role on the hit Netflix series 'Gentefied.' She also opens up about the importance of mental health, healing from within — and shares next moves in her rising career. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Radio/TV host and creator of Wordaful, Liz Hernandez stops by Mando & Friends! Liz talks about her first time on the radio, from winning tickets at sixteen to being on the nation's biggest morning show. She talks about the importance of mental health, her gratitude-journaling and discusses the importance of affirmations. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 23 min
DJ Angie Vee stops by Mando & Friends to tell us about her journey as a DJ. From being quizzed on songs by her dad, to her realizing she wanted to become a professional DJ, to live streams during quarantine. She opens up to Mando Fresko about her career journey, proud of being a product of her environment and why representation is important. Find out what's next for DJ Angie Vee! This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Jan 14, 2021•58 min
Becky G is in the building! On this special episode of #MandoAndFriends, the singer, songwriter and actress shares her experience growing up in Inglewood, California to her inspiring career journey and everything in between. Things get deep as Mando Fresko and Becky G open up about anxiety, the importance of mental health and breaking generational traumas. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Jan 07, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Panamanian rap duo Raka Rich and Raka Dun of Los Rakas stop by Mando & Friends! Los Rakas talk to us about the hyphy movement, Bay Area legends and how they are the pioneers of their own genre. Plus, Los Rakas talk about their support system, what a legacy means to them and why giving back to their community is beyond important. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Dec 22, 2020•49 min
Songwriter, rapper, animator and content creator Taboo stops by Mando & Friends! He talks about everything from dance battling at the Montebello Mall to the first time he heard his song on the radio, to finishing up an album during a global pandemic. Taboo also opens up about his battle with cancer while keeping his hands in the soil. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Rapper, singer and covergirl, BIA stops by Mando & Friends! She talks about how her family found out about her music career, working with Pharrell and J Balvin and connecting with Rihanna. She also opens up about what drives her, what her future goals and aspirations are, plus shares what hidden talent she discovered during the pandemic. This isn’t an interview. Just a convo between friends.
Dec 15, 2020•49 min
Photographer, videographer and creator Emilio Sanchez stops by Mando & Friends! From first picking up a camera, to going on world tours and now having his work on Vogue. Emilio also opens up about what fuels him, working with Kobe and watching 'novelas' (Spanish Soap Operas) with his grandma. Also, find out what tech apps Emilio has been utilizing the most during the pandemic. This isn't an interview. Just a conversation between friends.
Dec 15, 2020•58 min
Actress and singer Jackie Cruz stops by Mando & Friends to share her story and some life changing moments. From her near death experience to making it in Hollywood — and how her OITNB character "Flaca" inspires her life today. Jackie also talks about her passion for creating music, recently getting married during the pandemic and new details on her beautiful Mexico wedding. This isn't an interview. Just a conversation between friends.
Dec 08, 2020•1 hr 7 min
