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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