Mando Fresko is a trailblazing media personality and the founder of Hubwav Media, whose journey is as inspiring as it is groundbreaking. From DJ’ing high school dances to becoming the YOUNGEST on-air personality at Los Angeles’ iconic Power 106, Mando has consistently defied expectations and forged his own path in the world of music and media.

In this exclusive conversation, he opens up like never before—sharing the pivotal moments, challenges, and triumphs that shaped his rise from humble beginnings to becoming a cultural leader.

https://www.1on1withandro.com/mando

Timestamps:

0:00 - Trailer

1:04 - Intro

1:50 - Mando speaks about the first he realized he was passionate about something

4:31 - “What were some of the sounds you were listening to as a kid?”

5:43 - What the early years of DJ’ing taught Mando about himself

9:10 - Mando talks about Power 106 and how he went from working in the “street team” to becoming the YOUNGEST On-Air Personality in station history

11:04 - Most memorable moments at Power 106

13:19- “What is the most overlooked aspect of radio?”

15:31 - Mando talks about establishing his own name while in radio

16:49 - Mando speaks about leaving Power 106 after 15 years + establishing Cali 93.9’s first morning show

17:12 - Mando talks about his decision not to go to college

19:24 - Mando talks about how working at Cali 93.9 was a “graduation moment” for him

20:01 - Mando speaks about why he started Hubwav Media

23:06 - Mando speaks about “Mando & Friends” and the impact the show has created

25:05 - “I wasn’t a fan of the type of interview I was doing in radio.”

26:23 - Mando speaks about confidence

30:30 - Mando on if he gets discouraged at this stage of his career/life

33:04 - Mando speaks about recent health issues and how those health issues gave him a new perspective on life

36:09 - How Mando became the official Music Director of the LAFC

41:12 - Mando details how he got his job at Power 106

42:05 - “Timing is everything.”

43:36 - Speed Round with Mando Fresko

49:27 - Mando gives advice to anyone wanting to pursue a career, similar to his

52:16 - Mando gives himself flowers after overcoming health challenges

55:38 - @MandoFresko on all platforms - follow him!

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