Why We Quit, Starting From The Bottom, Raccoon For Dinner?

[@LaKae444]

A podcast with two ACTUAL journalists 🙌🏾 I'm looking forward to future epis 😊

[@gregory650]

"I'm allowed to have new dreams...I'm allowed to pivot..." - dropping pearls of wisdom. I really enjoyed your respective backstories and thank you for the invitation to the group chat!

[@drloshead]

PROUD OF YOU SISTERS!!!!! In 2019, I posited away from a 20-year career in higher education as a tenured professor and started a BBQ restaurant....best decision EVER! You can;t grow in your comfort zone! KUDOS to y'all!

[@jaemaur814]

On my Daddy's 75th heavenly birthday, who I used to watch the morning news with, who didn't want me to become a Teacher, and here I am in my classroom, all morning contemplating quitting my teaching job then I saw this 53 mins after it dropped. Lord why did you send me here? Are you trying to tell me something?

[@AwfTheRecord]

Hey there! I’m happy this episode resonated with you. But also, sending you hugs. I know how hard a day like today can be 💕 - JR

[@user-mu3xk7ie2t]

Confirmation

[@jreed7385]

I love these conversations! May this be the beginning to the next BIG thing. You ladies are amazing hosting together.

[@sharita7270]

Step out to find out! May God order your steps!

[@chulitz]

Also agree with Jeanette’s POV too, because honestly the money isn’t enough if it doesn’t with freedom too. The freedom to spend your time as you wish, that’s priceless.

[@verabuchanan9782]

Literally so refreshing to have a podcast with actual professional journalists. I love this!

[@Hellolleh]

This is my first time being introduced to Mona and her work, and I have to say, I love her transparency and direct approach. I also love how she doesn’t bury the lead. Well done ladies 👏

[@TallGirl529]

I suffer with insomnia and would watch Mona on the early morning news. I was wondering what happened. Glad the algorithm brought me to your KZbin channel.

[@Craigslist7]

Two beautiful ladies, who are both stepping out on faith! 🙏🏾 I pray for your continued success! God Bless! 🙏🏾

[@ashcat1003]

We love you and miss you on the morning news Jeannette!!! And we will continue to support you here! 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@beeblessed7732]

I’m soooo excited to see Jeannette on my “screens” again!!! Congratulations on the podcast ladies!! LOVING THE FIRST EPISODE! The realness and authenticity is TOP TIER!! Excited to see yall #GoAWF in every episode!!😂🥳🙏🏽💃🏽 #CheersInAdvanceToSeason2🎉🫶🏽

[@AwfTheRecord]

So happy to hear you enjoyed the episode 💕 - JR

[@counterfeitcovenant1345]

Subscribed without even hearing the first minute! Just excited for you both! Great episode! ❤

[@AwfTheRecord]

Yay! Thank you!

[@bumblingsahm]

We want to hear the friendship story! This is so cool🎉

[@rickjames38]

I needed this in my life! Stepping out on a faith can be a scary but rewarding thing.

[@wendylinacreations9605]

I greatly appreciate your respect for one another in waiting to speak. I truly enjoyed listening to your entire show. Many blessings to you both.

[@nicoleebanks7]

This! THISSSSS! This is it! Coming from a journalist who is looking to pivot, this is what we need! Thank yall for transparency and authenticity ❤❤ excited to be a part of the group chat!

[@robingoudy3960]

I’m loving this. The Breaking News explains a lot😂 I’m so impressed with you two ladies. You will continue to do well. Signed Awf #1 fan❤

[@AwfTheRecord]

Thank you!! - JR

[@JamieModelvsDirector]

Signed Awf 😅😂❤ love it 😊

[@briandaonair]

Journalists here 🙋🏻‍♀️ Thank you so much for this i cant wait to be part of the group chat 💕

[@stephanieray7205]

Love this!!! My daughter is a recent grad with a BS in Multimedia Journalism. So, watching you ladies makes my heart smile both as a professional woman of color navigating life & career challenges and the mom of a young, up and coming journalist. 🥰

[@applejackzo]

Getting older made me see dreams as an adventure or an experience. They don’t have to be the end all be all.

[@chantalwallace8462]

Yesssss!!

[@kendgabe822]

Amen.

[@stacierichard3932]

My dad passed in 2018 and I received my first news job in 2019. It didn't feel the same not being able to call him with my wild day to day stories.

[@ShaB._ShaB]

WOW thank you for explaining “Breaking News”. Both of you are a breath of fresh air. Invitation to the group chat, kindly accepted! 😊

[@lintlem.7287]

Oh we just started? Glad my algorithms are on the right side of KZbin.

[@Julicomments09]

“Doubling down on what you don’t want” is so real.. wow!! 🙏🏽 thank you for sharing moms wisdom with us.

[@dee6159]

Hola and Salaam alaikum. As a Puerto rican muslim woman , married to a Somali guy, this is the podcast duo I've always been waiting for. I'm so excited let me tell ya lol. I know I'll relate to the both of you guys in many ways. It's so funny i always always joke around with my husband and tell him we should start a podcast called The GoyaBariis 😂😂😂.. something that represents him and I culturally. I can't wait for the upcoming episodes Insha'Allah.

[@Szahra87]

You should start you own channel just using your voice talking about things! It will be great outlet for you!

[@camillehenderson3194]

I love a good back story and behind the scenes! 😅 You ladies are so authentic. Congratulations!!

[@chulitz]

Gahh that pain of “the one person i wanted to see me to do that, is not here to see it”… one of those indescribably hard pains to explain 🥺

[@TheBlissfulNatural1913]

AMAZING first episode!!!! Great job ladies! I'm already ready for the next episode! Love you both! ❤❤❤❤

[@BrittanyNelson-d1b]

I never listen to podcasts. Ever. I LOVE this and definitely will be listening!!! I do appreciate that you're on camera too

[@delle3955]

This is so on time for me ladies! I am starting my part time new job tomorrow after working as a teacher full time (full stress) for the past 22 years. As Mona said, “I’m allowed to dream new dreams.” Jeanette, I felt when you said “I have to leave” when I couldn’t get a compromise from my previous school district. More time with my 7yo son is priceless. This pivot for all of us will be so worth it! Thank you Queens for following your hearts! We need you here!❤

[@jessemendiola8183]

I’m all the way in Guam 🇬🇺 and I’ve been a fan of your journalistic skills (Mona) for the last two years when you were on ATM. I’m glad you got your own podcast. It provides me the opportunity to view your channel and content at anytime throughout the day. Congratulations to the both of you on this podcast journey.

[@AwfTheRecord]

Wow! Thank you so much for the continued support Jesse that means a lot. So happy you were able to find our podcast and hope you enjoy the conversations. -Mona

[@whprose]

Not only do I love the awesome chemistry the two of you have with one another, but you both possess really great storytelling skills. (Those dang journalism backgrounds, eh? lol). I stayed engaged and laughed along with you guys. Key highlight for me - Jeanette’s Reflection at the 9:09 talking about purpose! The universe will most definitely test you to see how bad you want something! Godspeed ladies. Continued success. Well done! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@sw9868]

The universe????

[@moniquecreque3581]

Jeanette Reyes and Mona Kosar Abdi - First I just want to say CONGRATULATIONS on your new Podcast - A Podcast with two journalist I LOVE IT! Mona I watched ABC News weekly because of you. You were AWESOME and I remembered your last day when you signed off. May you sisters continue to EXCEL👏👏👏!!!!

[@KenzieMor]

This is awesome! Loved you both and hearing you on this platform is perfect! Congratulations and continued blessings!

[@Mimosa20227]

Dominicans in the house! I’m so proud of you! You are an inspiration ❤🇩🇴🇩🇴

[@lindalawson4296]

Congratulations on your launch! Looking forward to future episodes.

[@AwfTheRecord]

Thank you so much Linda, can't wait for you to hear more - MKA

[@sharneewmu]

Kudos to the YT algorithm finally getting it right and directing me here early on in this channel. ✊🏾🙌🏾

[@grownfolksperspectives]

Oh, I am so blessed I've come across this channel. @Jennette Reyes sending love from Philadelphia. I love your @msnewslady channel too. Pleasure encountering you here too Sister Mona. #GrownFolkApproved #SoarLadies

[@Kay_8763]

This was definitely not what I was expecting. Put it on for background noise while washing the dishes but now I’m so tuned in! Mona’s story almost had me in tears. Glad this popped up. Looking forward to episode 2.

[@karenmontague3590]

You can change dreams. I’m really going to think about that today because when you said that you gave me permission to think about something else. Very powerful.

[@AmieTiger-zr7oq]

OMG.... I'm late but... Better late than never! It's finally all starting to make sense. The little videos of you two together, lol. This is what the world needs right now. This is what i need right now. Great job ladies. I'll be back to every single episode. 💜

[@javadoesit]

This is so relatable. I’m officially a podcast girlie. I’ve found my girls 🥹❤️🥰

[@SkylarTheWriter]

Y'all don't know me from a can of paint, but you are speaking LIFE into me with this episode right now. Thank you both for taking the leap for yourselves. In a weird way, you were taking it for a lot of us too. Good luck with the show! ❤ #Subscribed #NotificationsAwn

[@klarissaspencer1480]

Mona, I remember when you were at the Lynchburg station. There were times I thought you stuck out like a sore thumb just because there was a lack of diversity there. My mom and I always said she’s so pretty and knowledgeable. What the heck was she doing in Lynchburg?! I was so happy when you went to ABC New York. It was such a better fit for you. Now look at you. Jeannette I miss seeing you in Philly. After living in the Lynchburg area I moved to Philly and I always enjoyed when you were on a broadcast. I was sad to see you go but I understand how exhausting it is to be away from your love. I’m so excited for you both. I’ve subscribed and looking forward to this new endeavor you are embarking on. Change is hard but necessary. Congratulations!!!

[@FaithFoodFashionFinances]

Great episode!!! I love that y’all focused on alignment and growing with your goals and growing through your goals.

[@nyeshaharper1506]

sobbing & laughing in the newsroom watching two of my fave journalists. so proud of this project! keep shinin' ladies!!!

[@WW-lo1wo]

I absolutely love this! Thank you for being transparent. As I watched this podcast, I experienced a wide range of emotions. My father passed in 2013. He was the one who helped fuel my dreams because I loved to make him proud. My dreams changed, and I took a leap of faith to pivot to something else. This conversation felt personal to me. Thank you for walking in your purpose. I'm looking forward to future episodes.

[@marlowemorris752]

I know this is going to be so helpful to so many, it’s helping me now! Thank you both.🙏🏾💯

[@dab1426]

This is fantastic! Excited for this podcast. Eres un orgullo para nuestra patria Dominicana Jeannette ❤ Just lovely. Inspiring.

[@AwfTheRecord]

Gracias cariño 💕

[@msstewart4441]

I stumbled upon this podcast and I’m soooo happy I decided to listen! No expectations on the content and I was pleasantly surprised I loved it!!! New Subbie Alert!! Go Awf Ladies❤ Great first episode 🎉

[@foreverlovegreen8843]

Thank you, ladies, for being honest and transparent in a world of judgment and focused on high status.

[@Blancox22]

These ladies are going take this space by storm. Very awesome to see 🔥

[@JohnSmith-ct1nb]

My new favorite YT show

[@NativeAmericanSwag]

I'm sooo proud of y'all!!! Thank you for the encouragement, I'm currently in two schools for cybersecurity and business admin wheil also taking care of my sick mother, and all while recently taking a demotion in my retail job to work full time in insurance for better income and to focus on family and school. I have a lot going on!😭🤦‍♀🤣 But, anyway. I really enjoyed listening while studying, I was feeling discouraged today like I made a mistake going part-time. But you are right you have every right to pivot and everyone has the right to follow their dreams. I just want to say a genuine thank you so very much ladies!!! I'll keep y'all posted on my successes. lol

[@mikeyllo]

When I tell you that I can't be more proud of the both of you, I mean it! Congrats! Keep making big and important moves....or whatever moves are best for you both!

[@shyne4112]

OMG!! This was everything I thought it was going to be! I loved this!❤

[@katrinagant237]

👏👏👏👏👏Great episode ladies! Can't wait for more!!!!

[@GaryMorehead]

This is going to be one of my favorite podcast/youtube channels! I love hearing these stories.

[@mikaelarandolph6561]

I listened this morning!! I’m so proud of you both!! So excited for the next episode!!

[@lovelyday6500]

This is both very refreshing and relatable episode 1, can’t wait to see what your podcast will grow into! 🎉🎉

[@Aquariuslady387]

I've always wanted to listen to podcasts and never could find one that interested me. I was NOT going to pass this one on. I love you all. This was great!

[@lexiredmond5866]

Excited to listen!!

[@kirstynclark8873]

Loved this so much! 💕 Can’t wait for more!

[@ValondaCalloway]

Wow! I felt like I was listening to my own story as I listened to you both. I experienced so many of the same things as a TV news anchor and reporter. Congratulations to you both and best wishes in the next chapters!

[@glenorahoward6333]

Congratulations, ladies!❤❤

[@TO-456]

Loving this! ❤. Can’t wait until the next episode!

[@cathylynn-projectmanager1411]

I'm excited to know you both are working together and look forward to viewing future podcast. Congratulations on the launch.

[@lovelin7004]

Love this sort of behind-the-scenes, but upfront the center of where you are and your thoughts on each other‘s journeys and we going there. I’m excited for the next episode.❤️

[@SarahBoison]

This was an amazing first episode. I’m also in a place where my dreams have changed. I reached my dream job in 2021 and my dad was able to see that before he passed this year. I’m now looking for similar flexibility and spending time with my family while chasing new dreams. Can’t wait to see/hear the stories you both tell this season! ❤

[@taylordowning2533]

Wow...this is incredible and so enlightening. Continue the great work ladies and May the Most High continue to bless you both!!

[@donnabrown5985]

Such a powerful conversation!! Thank you!

[@ReaTay0905]

You all have amazing chemistry! Love seeing fellow first gen people love their dreams! Also loved the subtle outfit change/setup change. Def made me double take lol

[@pierreajavon4468]

I enjoyed this. I will be tuned in!

[@AwfTheRecord]

Yay! so happy to have you here

[@darrenettemoore1362]

Very proud of you both! Yall dropped some bars for all ages; now that’s 🔥 🔥🔥🔥💕💕💕💕 Many BLESSINGS to you both 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@lynnt761]

I am so excited for this podcast!! Congrats on your first episode! 💙

[@AaronThomasReporting]

Loved this first episode! Both Jeannette and Mona dropped some gems. A testament that you can love your job but it's still time to go.

[@mznxun4261]

THIS IS SO MOTIVATIONAL THANK YOU BOTH

[@SC2point0]

Nice 1st episode ladies! Really cool to hear what lead y'all to go awf. You two have great chemistry, and I think you both are brilliant, funny, ambitious, confident, and courageous. I wanna keep watching, so as a guy, I hope I'm allowed to be in the group chat? Lmk! 😆

[@tiffanyjohnson1540]

Love it!! And the outtakes 🎉

[@TolasTableau]

Awesome first episode, also smooth transition in the middle cause I was like did they just change outfits and hair in the middle and still flowed with the convo…dope! Looking forward to future episodes.

[@danitaeasley1244]

This was outstanding! I'm glad you took the leap!

[@ReginaldFinley-c9j]

Congratulations on stepping out and creating!!! Pray you have a successful journey.

[@WithLoveShante81]

This makes me so excited to see ❤ congrats

[@liteeyes1882]

Enjoyed the first episode. Looking forward to future episodes.

[@tyronegibbs6908]

Miss both of you ladies on tv .Loved your stories.You are an inspiration to a lot of people.Wish you much success and happiness in the future and I will continue to follow both of you .

[@rctillery73]

Love this. Thank you for adding us to the group chat! ❤❤❤

[@christinaparks310]

I’m literally in the same season. This was on time and encouraging.

[@danyellmariewhitford2392]

Yessssssss!!!!!!!!! I’m here for you ladies ❤❤❤

[@annetteparker-haynes4510]

Wishing you both all success 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@adams8830]

I'm sooooo excited for this podcast. ❤❤❤❤

[@RLMom]

Refreshing!....I needed this podcast without knowing I needed it. Thank you both ❤.

[@AwfTheRecord]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@frescante]

Ladies this was wonderful and refreshing!

[@lile1291]

Loving this for both of you!!! Can’t wait to see more🎉

[@mztina608]

We certainly miss you in the morning and especially on the zip trips but im happy to see you moving in YOUR direction! Congratulations...

[@OrteseParker]

So many gems in this first episode! I'm just like the others with their comments--got me thinking about my life. Bless you both! I'm subscribed!

[@JNillaWafer]

15:59 the video skips to a different episode (I think) right around this time mark. Otherwise love everything about this! Congrats + Wishing you two the best! 🎉

[@AwfTheRecord]

Yes! We combined two conversations 👀 there were some things we wanted to include :). - JR

[@Iamdcdave1]

I love this for you guys! I can not wait to see more.🤩

[@amyrose1117]

10/10 recommend! Go Awf!!!

[@sunshine2312]

I subbed so quickly. Grown women, unbiased, smart, chocolate. My prayer is that they remain unbiased. 🎉

[@reneer9319]

I love when good advice is given!