Unknown to Known presented by (ON CAM) Ready

From U.S. Navy to 9-Figure Businesses | Douglas James on Storytelling, AI & Visibility In this episode of Unknown to Known , host Jamie Maglietta sits down with entrepreneur, veteran, and high-ticket sales strategist Douglas James —known online as The High-Ticket Client Guy . Douglas shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to building multiple 7–9 figure businesses , coaching 10,000+...

Creating High-Impact Content in the New-Media Era | Eric Abbenante In this jam-packed episode of Unknown to Known , host Jamie Maglietta sits down with Eric Abbenante —producer of The Tara Palmeri Show and stand-up comedian—to break down what it really takes to create high-impact content in today’s new-media world. Eric brings a rare blend of newsroom discipline and comedy instincts, sharing pract...

YouTube Creator: Lena Taylor on Building Flipping Gorgeous In this episode of Unknown to Known , host Jamie Maglietta sits down with Lena Taylor , creator of the YouTube channel Flipping Gorgeous , to unpack her journey from real estate agent to DIY content creator with 75,000+ subscribers . Lena shares how a simple act—painting a wall during the pandemic—reignited her creativity and sparked a thr...

Finding Your Voice Without Losing Credibility | Victoria Churchill (Daily Mail) How do journalists and experts show up authentically online—without sacrificing integrity? In this episode of Unknown to Known , veteran TV producer Jamie Maglietta sits down with Victoria Churchill , U.S. Politics Reporter at the Daily Mail , to unpack what it really means to build a public voice in today’s media land...

From Zero to Visible: Amanda Brooke on Starting Social Media from Scratch Feeling stuck at the beginning of your social media journey? You’re not alone. In this episode of Unknown to Known , host Jamie Maglietta sits down with creator Amanda Brooke to talk honestly about what it takes to build an online presence from the ground up. Amanda shares how she went from posting to no one to building real...

John Ulsh on Resilience, Reinvention & The Upside of Down What does it take to rebuild your life after a near-fatal accident — and turn adversity into purpose? In this episode of Unknown to Known , host Jamie Maglietta sits down with John Ulsh , author of The Upside of Down . After surviving a catastrophic car accident and enduring 45+ surgeries , John shares how he reframed unimaginable loss...

Alisyn Camerota on Life After CNN, Reinvention & Finding Sanity in the News Cycle After years as a familiar face on Fox & Friends Weekend and CNN , Alisyn Camerota helped guide viewers through some of the most turbulent moments in modern news. But what happens when the camera turns off — and life takes an unexpected turn? In this candid episode of Unknown to Known , host Jamie Maglietta si...

In this special announcement episode, I open up about my life since 2024 — the challenges, the tears, and the search for where I belong outside of traditional cable news. I share what it meant to attend The Reelies, the first-ever awards show for Instagram Reels, and how that moment helped me see this new chapter of my career more clearly. You’ll also get a sneak peek of what’s ahead on Unknown to...

In today’s media landscape, being discoverable online isn’t optional — it’s essential. On this episode of Unknown to Known, host Jamie Maglietta shares a candid LinkedIn Live conversation with Dustin Siggins, CEO of Proven Media Solutions, alongside insights from Renee Frojo and Simon Ostler. Together, they explore how traditional media is shifting, what journalists really look for in reliable sou...

How to Build a Media Presence from Scratch | TV Producer’s Playbook The signature framework to help you kick-off your on-camera journey What if the life you want is on the other side of your voice? In this episode, I share how to **build a media presence from scratch**—even if you feel invisible, overlooked, or behind in today’s fast-paced digital world. I’m Jamie Maglietta, a television news vete...

From Producer to On-Camera Confidence with Melissa Mahtani (CNN, CBS News) How do you move from behind the scenes to confidently showing up on camera — and make people trust you when you do? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with international journalist, host, and moderator Melissa Mahtani , whose career spans CNN, CBS News, and global stages includin...

Alison Kosik on Women, Money & Confidence | From CNN Anchor to Financial Advocate Veteran journalist and national news anchor Alison Kosik joins Unknown to Known for a powerful, deeply personal conversation about money, confidence, and finding your voice . After more than 15 years reporting from the New York Stock Exchange for CNN , Alison realized something surprising: despite covering market...

Meteorologist to Novelist: Allison Bettes on On-Camera Confidence, Author Branding & Reinvention She’s best known as a trusted on-air meteorologist — but Allison Bettes is also the author of multiple romance and suspense novels. In this episode of Unknown to Known , host Jamie Maglietta sits down with Allison to talk about on-camera confidence , personal branding , and how to balance two disti...

Welcome to the very first episode of Unknown to Known — presented by (ON CAM) Ready. With this podcast I take you on a journey behind the curtain of my 20+ years as a television news producer to help you build confidence, show up on camera, and attract the opportunities you deserve. In this episode, I share why I’m stepping out from behind the scenes, what it really takes to go from unknown to kno...

How you show up visually online matters — and it’s often the first signal of credibility people see. In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with branding photographer Carley Storm to talk about the power of visual storytelling and why showing up as your authentic self online builds trust, connection, and opportunity. Carley shares practical guidance on how...

In this bonus episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with photographer, entrepreneur, and experience-travel leader Christy Hunter for a practical conversation on showing up confidently on camera. Christy is the founder of Photowalk Nashville and a trusted creative partner who photographed Jamie for her website, oncamready.com. What started as a professional collabo...

What should you actually think through before launching a podcast — especially a video podcast ? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with podcaster and media technologist Rob Greenlee for a practical, end-to-end conversation on building a podcast the right way. Together, they walk through the full podcasting journey — from idea development and naming you...

What happens when you move from working behind the camera to stepping in front of it — and finally talking about what matters most to you? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with Cesar Marin , founder of Cultivating Wisdom and a former CNN colleague, for an honest, unscripted conversation about visibility, entrepreneurship, and finding your voice online...

How do you stay focused, credible, and resilient when the spotlight — and scrutiny — is intense? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with author, researcher, and disinformation expert Nina Jankowicz for a candid conversation about media, authenticity, and navigating online spaces in the digital age. Nina discusses her upcoming book on civil resistance in...

How do you actually prepare for an interview — and show up confident, clear, and credible on camera? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with Kendall Breitman , Community Manager at Riverside.fm , to break down what great interview preparation really looks like. With a background as a political reporter and television producer for major outlets including...

How can experts, creators, and business owners turn their knowledge into income — and use it to attract press? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with author, podcast host, and digital business strategist Krissy Chin to break down how digital products and books can legitimize expertise, scale income, and support media visibility. Krissy is the co-founde...

What happens when a television producer becomes an author — and lands media without a publicist? In this episode of Unknown to Known , veteran TV news producer Jamie Maglietta sits down with television writer, producer, and entrepreneur Nesta Lumpkin for a practical, behind-the-scenes conversation about pitching the press, building credibility, and pivoting careers. Nesta is the author of the best...

What does it actually take to land interviews on broadcast television — and when does it make sense to work with a talent agent? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with Kenicia Cross , a dynamic talent agent and former television news producer at OTA Talent Agency . Kenicia brings a rare dual perspective — having worked on both sides of the camera — and...

How do you stay calm, clear, and confident when the camera turns on — especially when the pressure is real? In this episode of Unknown to Known , TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with former CNN personality, TEDx speaker, author, and communications expert Nadia Bilchik for a practical, honest conversation about on-camera composure. Drawing on their shared television backgrounds, Jamie and...

How do experts, founders, and entrepreneurs actually earn media coverage — and what separates a great pitch from one that gets ignored? In this episode of Unknown to Known (ON CAM), TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with PR expert, NYU professor, and author Annie Pace Scranton , founder of Pace Public Relations. Annie brings decades of experience helping brands and professionals earn meani...