Unscripted Turbulence with Raegan Medgie

Raegan Medgie
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Unscripted Turbulence with Raegan Medgie starts with Raegan’s own leap — leaving a 20-year career as an Emmy Award-winning TV news anchor, reporter, and meteorologist. Each week, she dives into real conversations about career pivots, reinvention, and life after major change. Through her story and inspiring guests, you’ll hear how courage and uncertainty can lead to growth, freedom, and purpose. If you’re navigating change or chasing a dream, this podcast is your reminder that turbulence can be the launchpad for something greater. ✈️ New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on Unscripted Turbulence with Raegan Medgie are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organizations. This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered professional, medical, legal, or financial advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek professional guidance for their personal situations. © 2026 Raegan Medgie / Moey Productions, LLC. Unscripted Turbulence® is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use or distribution is prohibited.

  1. 3D AGO

    Immigrant to Business Owner: One Opportunity Changed Everything

    Would love to hear your thoughts! This one is about what happens when life forces you to start over—and you say yes anyway. I sat down with Juan Martinez, an Amazon Delivery Service Partner, whose story is the definition of resilience and reinvention. Born in Colombia, Juan moved back and forth between countries as a kid—eventually losing his English and returning to the U.S. as a teenager starting from scratch. A chance encounter while working as a server opened the door to a 30-year career… until the pandemic brought it all to a halt. Instead of staying stuck, Juan took a leap—joining Amazon’s DSP program and waiting nearly two years for his opportunity. Today, he’s a business owner, leading with heart and creating opportunities for others—especially within minority communities. It’s a story about the American Dream…  but more importantly, what you do once you get your shot. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. And by Amazon, supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs across the country. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    44 min

  2. APR 29

    Eva Pilgrim: Why We Both Left ABC News

    Would love to hear your thoughts! Some friendships don’t just stay with you… they shape your path. In this episode of Unscripted Turbulence, I sit down with Eva Pilgrim—now anchor of Inside Edition and formerly of ABC News, where she co-hosted GMA3. But long before the national stage, Eva and I met as local reporters covering the same story in Pennsylvania. That moment sparked a friendship that would go on to impact my career in a major way—she even helped connect me with my first agent, accelerating my move to New York. Years later, we found ourselves working within the same network again. And then, in March 2025, we both made the decision to walk away. This conversation centers on Eva’s journey—her upbringing, her evolution, and the shifting priorities that led her to step into a new chapter. We talk about what it really means to leave something that no longer serves you, even when it once defined you. It’s an honest, unfiltered conversation—one that feels less like an interview and more like catching up over coffee. Full of laughter, reflection, and the kind of real talk that only happens between people who’ve shared history. Eva has been one of those “angel people” in my life from the very beginning. Having her share her story here is incredibly special—and I think you’ll feel that when you listen. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    1h 5m

  3. APR 22

    From TV News to Witness: Her Story of October 7 in Israel

    Would love to hear your thoughts! The day after Becca Solomon walked away from her career in TV news, everything changed. In September 2023, she made the difficult decision to leave a profession she loved. The next day, she flew to Israel to celebrate the High Holidays with family and friends. Then came the October 7th attacks in Israel — including the attack on the Nova Music Festival. Becca found herself outside Tel Aviv — hearing sirens, unable to leave, and living through days of uncertainty in a way that felt completely foreign, yet all too real. She shares what those days were like, what it revealed about life there, and what came after — returning home, processing trauma, and navigating the silence that followed. This is a conversation about survival, identity, and what it takes to heal after everything changes. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    52 min

  4. APR 15

    Abducted, Shot, and Left for Dead — A Survivor’s Story

    Would love to hear your thoughts! Before “true crime” became a genre… this was real life. On January 8, 2000, Dan Zapp and a friend were abducted along the Susquehanna River, assaulted, shot, and left for dead. They survived. In this episode of Unscripted Turbulence, Dan shares what happened that day — and what it took to live after it. Because survival doesn’t end in the moment… it unfolds in the days, months, and years that follow. We talk about the aftermath, what it’s like to have your story told by the media, and what that experience reveals about how we cover violent crime. And we sit in a question that isn’t easy to answer — forgiveness. Dan and I knew each other long before this, back in high school, which makes this conversation even more personal. This episode contains graphic content. It’s heavy. It’s honest. And it offers a rare window into survival, resilience, and what it means to keep going after the unthinkable. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    1h 2m

  5. APR 8

    The Legacy That Shaped Him

    Would love to hear your thoughts! This episode is personal. Before Unscripted Turbulence ever had sponsors, it had stories—and one of the people who believed in those stories early on was my friend, Brandon Igdalsky. We go back to my days as a reporter in the Poconos, when Brandon was stepping into his role at Pocono Raceway, a track built by his grandfather, Dr. Joseph “Doc” Mattioli. What started as a professional relationship turned into a real friendship—and in this conversation, you’ll understand why. This isn’t about promoting a product. It’s about the person behind it. We talk about legacy, loss, and the impact of losing someone who shaped you. There’s a moment where we both get emotional reflecting on Doc—and the lessons he left behind. We also get into NASCAR, the misconceptions around it, and how I went from judging it… to genuinely loving it. And of course, Brandon shares how Dude Wow Cocktails came to life—and why stepping outside your comfort zone might be the very thing that changes everything. Because at the end of the day… we all have turbulence. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    55 min

  6. APR 1

    ONE YEAR LATER

    Would love to hear your thoughts! Exactly one year after signing off from TV news, I’m reflecting on what I’ve learned—and what I can finally see clearly now. In this solo episode, I revisit the past year of building something from scratch, growing through uncertainty, and finding clarity after walking away from a 20+ year career in broadcast. I answer the question I’ve been getting a lot lately—do I miss TV news?—with honesty, and share my perspective on where I believe the industry has changed. If you’re new, I’ll point you back to my “TV Trilogy” (Episodes 1–3), where this journey begins. And for the first time, I’m opening up access to raw video diaries I recorded in the moments immediately after “the call that changed everything.” This episode is about growth, perspective, and what happens when you finally see things differently—one year later. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    47 min

  7. MAR 25

    The Road That Changed Everything

    Would love to hear your thoughts! What happens when you stop planning… and follow the road? Christina Zelezen joins me from her renovated Airstream in the mountains of Northern California to share the story of how a spontaneous cross-country van trip with her now-husband Matt changed everything. From traveling nurse life to a rare Airstream renovation and five acres above the treetops, their journey is a reminder that sometimes the greatest adventures begin when you simply say yes. (And if you want to see their incredible Airstream renovation, you’ll definitely want to watch this one on YouTube.) Want to see the beautiful Airstream Christina and Matt renovated and now call home? Take a look here: Christina & the Airstream  This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    1h 14m

  8. MAR 18

    Rock Bottom to a Warm Life

    Would love to hear your thoughts! Raegan sits down with longtime friend Leigh Abraham, who shares his journey through drug addiction, homelessness, and the bipolar diagnosis that finally helped him understand what he had been battling for years. With honesty, humor, and perspective, Leigh reflects on the road from rock bottom to recovery. Today, he’s married, a father of two, and says his life finally feels warm. A conversation about addiction, mental health, friendship, faith, and finding hope after rock bottom. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook  Watch the video version: YouTube

    48 min
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Unscripted Turbulence with Raegan Medgie starts with Raegan’s own leap — leaving a 20-year career as an Emmy Award-winning TV news anchor, reporter, and meteorologist. Each week, she dives into real conversations about career pivots, reinvention, and life after major change. Through her story and inspiring guests, you’ll hear how courage and uncertainty can lead to growth, freedom, and purpose. If you’re navigating change or chasing a dream, this podcast is your reminder that turbulence can be the launchpad for something greater. ✈️ New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on Unscripted Turbulence with Raegan Medgie are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organizations. This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered professional, medical, legal, or financial advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek professional guidance for their personal situations. © 2026 Raegan Medgie / Moey Productions, LLC. Unscripted Turbulence® is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use or distribution is prohibited.

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