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Unknown to Known explores how credibility is built before the spotlight turns on. Hosted by former television producer Jamie Maglietta, the show pulls back the curtain on how journalists, creators, and on-camera professionals become visible, trusted, and in demand. With 20+ years behind the scenes of breaking news, Jamie brings a producer’s perspective to what actually gets someone booked. This isn’t about chasing attention—it’s about becoming media-ready. Bi-Weekly Starting April 2026

  1. 20h ago

    Why This Financial Journalist Walked Away From TV

    What does it really take to reinvent your career—and become known for something even bigger than your job title?In this episode of Unknown to Known, Jamie Maglietta sits down with former Fox Business Network anchor and financial journalist Tracy Byrnes to talk about reinvention, authenticity, building a personal brand, and why she chose to leave television to help women gain financial confidence.After decades covering Wall Street, Tracy discovered that many successful women still felt overwhelmed by money. That realization led her to become a financial advisor focused on empowering women through life's biggest financial transitions.Whether you're building your visibility, changing careers, or looking to establish yourself as the go-to expert in your field, Tracy shares practical lessons that extend far beyond finance.In this episode we discuss:• Tracy's unconventional journey from Ernst & Young to broadcast journalism• How she accidentally landed at Fox Business Network• Why showing up consistently creates unexpected opportunities• Roger Ailes' advice that shaped her entire television career• The power of authenticity and speaking to one specific audience• Why finding your niche is essential for building authority• How she transitioned from television into wealth management• Why she's passionate about helping women navigate money with confidence• The massive wealth transfer happening to women over the next decade• How to become a trusted media expert in your industry• Why writing articles and thought leadership still open doors• Lessons every entrepreneur can learn from television news• What television taught her about communication and storytelling• How to balance expertise with relatability• Why personal branding continues long after you leave a major networkWe also reminisce about the early days of digital media at Fox Business and discuss how today's creators have more opportunities than ever to build their own audiences without waiting for permission.One of my favorite moments is Tracy sharing Roger Ailes' advice:"Be that single mother with three kids every time you're on television."Resources:• Tracy Byrnes' book: Deduct Everything - https://amzn.to/4gr5ZMb• Lebenthal Global Advisors: https://www.lebenthal.com/• Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-byrnes-cdfa%C2%AE-17103bb6/• Follow Tracy for financial education and investing insights: https://www.instagram.com/tracybyrneswealth/---If you're trying to become more visible, earn media opportunities, or position yourself as the trusted expert in your field, subscribe for more conversations with journalists, authors, executives, and creators who have successfully gone from Unknown to Known👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, please like the video.💬 Leave a comment: What's one career lesson from Tracy's journey that resonated with you?🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week.Connect with Jamie:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_maglietta/Show Clips: https://www.instagram.com/get_oncamready/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/Website & Visibility Program:Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/Resources + Links Equipment: https://shorturl.at/Ca5tgSubstack:Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.comRiverside (Affiliate):Record your content with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrEDiscount Code: OCR15VidIQ (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamready#TracyByrnes #PersonalBranding #WomenInFinance #FoxBusiness #CareerGrowth #ThoughtLeadership #MediaTraining #Entrepreneur #Investing #UnknownToKnown

    Why This Financial Journalist Walked Away From TV

  2. 6d ago

    The Secret to Landing a Traditional Book Deal (It's Not What You Think)

    She didn't set out to become an influencer. She didn't set out to write a book. She didn't set out to be on GMA, PBS NewsHour, Bloomberg, or BuzzFeed. She just started showing up online and talking about something nobody else was talking about — and then a national formula shortage hit, and suddenly everyone needed exactly what she'd been building for two years.In this episode of Unknown to Known, Jamie Maglietta sits down with Mallory Thomas Whitmore — The Formula Mom, author of Bottle Service (Simon & Schuster), and a published romance novelist — to talk about how she went from a special education career to becoming one of the most recognized voices in the infant feeding space, how a kindergarten Mother's Day worksheet changed her life, and what it really takes to get a traditional publisher to bet on you.In this conversation, you'll learn:-Why you need to be showing up before you need the press not after How Mallory's niche platform made her the go-to expert when a national crisis hit- What publishers and literary agents are really looking for when they evaluate you- The real differences between traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing and how to pick the right one- Why vulnerability online is the most underrated business strategy- - How to build an audience that actually helps you land a book deal- What a Simon & Schuster deal actually means for your PR and bookability- Why authenticity matters more in the age of AI than it ever has before- Whether you want to write a book, build a platform, or just figure out how to show up online as the expert you already are — Mallory's story is the blueprint.🎙️ Guest: Mallory Thomas Whitmore 📚 Author of Bottle Service (Simon & Schuster) & Double Standard📸 Instagram: @theformulamom 🌐 Non-fiction: BottleserviceBook.com 🌐 Fiction: MalloryThomas.comConnect with Jamie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_maglietta/Show Clips: https://www.instagram.com/get_oncamready/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/Website & Visibility Program:Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/Resources + Links:(ON CAM) Ready Equipment: https://shorturl.at/Ca5tgSubstack:Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.comRiverside (Affiliate):Record your content with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrEDiscount Code: OCR15VidIQ (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamreadyMain Channel (ON CAM Ready Media): https://www.youtube.com/@oncamready

    The Secret to Landing a Traditional Book Deal (It's Not What You Think)

  3. Jul 9

    She Had No PR Person. Then Oprah, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today All Called.

    She didn't hire a publicist. She didn't pitch herself to producers. She just showed up online — consistently, honestly, vulnerably — and talked about the thing nobody in her niche wanted to say out loud: what it's really like when a mother has to walk away from her own child.Then Oprah called. Then the Wall Street Journal quoted her. Then USA Today put her on the front page for Mother's Day weekend. And she found out about that last one in an airport terminal, chasing down the last copy on the newsstand.In this episode of Unknown to Known, Jamie Maglietta sits down with author, advocate, and content creator Kendall L. Williams — known online as Mom's True Tea — to talk about how she built a platform rooted in radical honesty, survived a cervical cancer diagnosis, made one of the hardest decisions a mother can make, and accidentally became the face of a conversation the media didn't know it needed.In this conversation, you'll learn:- How Kendall earned Oprah, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today coverage with no PR firm- Why showing up consistently online made producers come to her — not the other way around- What the "Hey y'all, bring it on in" hand motion actually did for her audience (and why she almost didn't go on camera at all)- How advocacy born from lived pain — not professional curiosity — builds the deepest audience trust- Why press doesn't always mean instant book sales — and what it actually gives you instead- How to leverage media coverage as authority, not just attention- What she would tell the version of herself before the platforms, the press, and the visibility- Whether you're an expert, an advocate, or someone sitting on a story you're afraid to tell — Kendall's journey is proof that showing up as yourself is the most powerful PR strategy there is.🎙️ Guest: Kendall L. Williams 📲 Mom's True Tea | Author, Advocate & Content Creator 📸 🌐 Website, Book and Socials: mumstruetea.comConnect with Jamie:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_maglietta/Show Clips: https://www.instagram.com/get_oncamready/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/Website & Visibility Program:Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/Resources + Links:(ON CAM) Ready Equipment: https://shorturl.at/Ca5tgSubstack:Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.comRiverside (Affiliate):Record your content with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrEDiscount Code: OCR15VidIQ (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamreadyMain Channel (ON CAM Ready Media): https://www.youtube.com/@oncamready

    She Had No PR Person. Then Oprah, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today All Called.

  4. Jun 1

    They May Forget Your Name — But They'll Remember Your Color: Building a Visual Speaker Brand

    Before the logo. Before the website. Before you hit record — there is one thing that shapes how the world sees you, and most professionals never think strategically about it. What you wear.In this episode of Unknown to Known, Jamie Maglietta sits down with Melanie Lippman — New York-based style consultant, image expert, and certified color consultant — to break down why your wardrobe is one of the most powerful and most overlooked tools in your personal brand. Melanie has worked with businesswomen, entrepreneurs, lawyers and founders across the country helping them build visual identities that communicate authority, warmth, and credibility before they ever open their mouths.This conversation goes far beyond fashion. They cover exactly what colors and prints work on stage and on camera versus what distracts, the practical details most speakers never think about — like how to dress for a lav mic, how to sit gracefully on a panel stool, what necklines and fabrics work best when you're mic'd — and why the most memorable speakers in the world build a recognizable visual signature that makes them easier to refer, recall, and rebook.Jamie's signature purple is the perfect example. People may forget a name. They never forget the woman in purple.Whether you're a speaker, podcast host, content creator or professional who shows up on camera — this episode will change how you get dressed in the morning.🌐 Visit Melanie: https://www.melanielippman.com📱 Instagram: @melanielippmanGrab a free masterclass called AUTHORITY: Stop Dressing for Permission. Start Dressing with Presence — all about how women can use image as a tool to build executive presence on camera, on stage, and in the room before they even speak. https://pages.melanielippman.com/authority-masterclass-2Channel focus: Media Training with a New Media Touch

    They May Forget Your Name — But They'll Remember Your Color: Building a Visual Speaker Brand

  5. May 18

    Why Professionals Need a Podcast: Top Ranked Podcast Host on Building Authority & Attracting Clients

    You're posting every day. You're showing up on Instagram. You're spending hours on seven-second reels trying to be funny, clever, and catchy — and still wondering why it's not converting. Here's the truth: you cannot sell a $20,000 offer from a seven-second reel. People need to know you, like you, and trust you — and that happens through long-form content. In this episode of Unknown to Known, Jamie Maglietta sits down with Allison Hare — broadcasting grad, former 23-year corporate sales executive, and podcast strategist who has worked on 24+ shows — to break down exactly why podcasting is the most powerful brand-building tool for professionals right now, and how to actually make it work without burning out. Allison shares her Four P's of Podcasting framework — Purpose, Listener, Premise and Promise — and walks through how busy founders can build a show that is sustainable, strategic, and aligned with who they are. They also dig into the trifecta of long-form content, why your podcast can become part of your listener's daily routine, how to price out your production, and what it means to become known in an audio-first world. Whether you've been sitting on a podcast idea for years or just started wondering if you need one — this conversation is your sign. 🔗 Connect with Allison: Website: https://allisonhare.comLI: https://linkedin.com/in/allisonhareIG: https://instagram.com/allison__hareYT: https://youtube.com/@culturechangerspodCulture Changers Podcast: https://allisonhare.com/podcast Connect with Jamie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_maglietta/ Show Clips: https://www.instagram.com/get_oncamready/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/ Website & Visibility Program:Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/ Resources + Links:(ON CAM) Ready Equipment: https://shorturl.at/Ca5tg Substack:Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.com Riverside (Affiliate):Record your content with Riverside:  https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrE Discount Code: OCR15 VidIQ (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamready

    Why Professionals Need a Podcast: Top Ranked Podcast Host on Building Authority & Attracting Clients

  6. May 4

    A Literary Agent Tells All: How to Build Your Platform, Land a Book Deal & Why AI Will Get You Rejected

    You have a book idea. Maybe you've had it for years. But here's what nobody tells you — the idea is not enough. Before a literary agent finishes reading your pitch, they're already Googling you. And if what they find doesn't back you up, that email gets closed. In this episode of Unknown to Known, Jamie Maglietta sits down with Sally Ekus — literary agent, founder of The Ekus Group, and author of the Substack newsletter The Not So Secret Agent — to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to land a traditional book deal. Sally has placed authors with Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster and more, and she is one of the most transparent voices in publishing today. In this conversation they cover the full road to becoming a published author — from comp research at your local bookstore to building a platform before you ever send a pitch. Sally also breaks down the difference between traditional, hybrid and self-publishing, explains what the 1-3% audience conversion rule means for your follower count, shares the behind-the-scenes story of how The Lao Kitchen came to be, and delivers a serious warning about using AI in your query letter — because she can spot it immediately and it's an automatic pass. This one is for every person who has ever said "I should write a book." Today we figure out what's standing between you and that deal. 🔗 Sally's Substack — Not So Secret Agent: https://substack.com/@sallyekusThe Ekus Group: https://ekusgroup.com⚠️ Writers Beware (author scam resource): https://www.sfwa.org/other-resources/for-authors/writer-beware/ Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/sallyekus/ Proposal Guide: https://notsosecretagent.substack.com/p/cookbook-proposal-guidelines?r=6lue7 Mentioned: Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) - https://www.ibpa-online.org/ Connect with Jamie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_maglietta/ Show Clips: https://www.instagram.com/get_oncamready/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/ Website & Visibility Program:Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/ Resources + Links:(ON CAM) Ready Equipment: https://shorturl.at/Ca5tg Substack:Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.com Riverside (Affiliate):Record your content with Riverside:  https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrE Discount Code: OCR15 VidIQ (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamready

    A Literary Agent Tells All: How to Build Your Platform, Land a Book Deal & Why AI Will Get You Rejected

  7. Apr 20

    Brand Identity Crisis: How to Fix Your Personal Brand Before It Costs You

    Your personal brand isn't just for people anymore — it's for the algorithm. In this episode of Unknown to Known, Jamie Maglietta sits down with Krissy and Claire of K&C Creative, a sister duo specializing in branding, web design, and business strategy. Together they break down why so many entrepreneurs are having a brand identity crisis online, how AI is now reading and judging your digital presence, and the three-part framework — Clarity, Cohesion, and Confidence — that transforms how you show up and get booked. Whether you're launching a website for the first time, rebuilding your brand, or trying to attract press and clients through social media, this conversation is your roadmap. Plus, they share their new AI-powered Brand Brain tool and how to use it to fast-track your brand identity before you ever touch a logo or color palette. 🌐 Visit K&C Creative: https://www.kandccreative.com/ 🎙️ Subscribe to Unknown to Known on your podcast platform of choice📩 Did a social media post land you traditional media? Tell Jamie: hello@oncamready.com Connect with Jamie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_maglietta/ Show Clips: https://www.instagram.com/get_oncamready/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/ Website & Visibility Program:Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/ Resources + Links: Substack: Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.com Riverside (Affiliate):Record your content with Riverside:  https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrE Discount Code: OCR15 VidIQ (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamready YouTube Channels: Main Channel (ON CAM Ready Media): https://www.youtube.com/@oncamready Podcast Links:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unknown-to-known-presented-by-on-cam-ready/id1707162005 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5yEIQWeK7aLHtPSBBbSPcz?si=61b241d434f84578Think Like a Producer:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5w84zVVaquAcIDaes41NoMHDjtllgkCW

    Brand Identity Crisis: How to Fix Your Personal Brand Before It Costs You

  8. Apr 6

    YouTube Growth, Thumbnails, Monetization & More — Steven Robles Breaks It All Down

    What does it actually take to grow on YouTube and turn it into a full-time creator business? Steven Robles did it — and in this episode of Unknown to Known, he breaks down exactly how. With over 200,000 subscribers and a thriving paid community, Steven shares his thumbnail strategy, how he balances evergreen vs. trending content, why he separates his short form from long form, and what he wished he knew about monetization earlier. Host Jamie Maglietta also gets her own channel workshopped live — so if you've ever wondered whether to split your content across two channels, this one's for you. Whether you're just starting out or trying to level up, Steven's journey is proof that consistency, experimentation, and commitment are the real formula for YouTube success.Chapters0:00 Introduction — Meet Steven Robles1:13 Steven's Creator Journey & Going Independent3:02 How Steven Grew to 200K YouTube Subscribers4:23 Thumbnail Strategy: What Actually Works5:47 A/B Testing Thumbnails & Titles6:17 Tools for YouTube Growth: VidIQ, TubeBuddy & YouTube Studio7:13 Evergreen vs. Trending Content: How to Balance Both 9:38 How Often Should You Post on YouTube?12:19 Should You Have Two Separate YouTube Channels? 13:41 How the YouTube Algorithm Responds to Consistency of Format15:36 Workshopping Jamie's Channel Live23:07 Shorts: Separate Channel or Same Channel?24:31 Steven's Instagram Growth Strategy (3K to 30K Fast) 26:56 YouTube on TV: How to Create for the Living Room 29:35 Educate, Inspire, or Entertain — What's Your Value? 30:39 Growing in a Saturated Niche Like Tech34:11 The Reality of YouTube Monetization36:53 Affiliate Revenue, Memberships & Multiple Income Streams42:50 Discovery vs. Relationship Platforms — A Key Creator Strategy43:44 Overcoming Self-Doubt & Committing to the Journey 48:31 Steven's Shortcuts Community on Circle50:55 Launching a Paid Course — What Worked & What Didn't 53:49 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up🔗 CONNECT WITH JAMIE📱 Social Media Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/jamie_maglietta/ Instagram (Show Clips): https://www.instagram.com/get_oncamready/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-maglietta/ Substack Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.com🌐 Website & Programs Website + Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/🎙️ Record & Grow Your Content 🎬 Record with Riverside (Affiliate): https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrE 💰 Use code OCR15 for a discount📈 VidIQ — Grow on YouTube (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamready🛠️ Gear & Resources (ON CAM) Ready Equipment List: https://shorturl.at/jzqv3

    YouTube Growth, Thumbnails, Monetization & More — Steven Robles Breaks It All Down
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Unknown to Known explores how credibility is built before the spotlight turns on. Hosted by former television producer Jamie Maglietta, the show pulls back the curtain on how journalists, creators, and on-camera professionals become visible, trusted, and in demand. With 20+ years behind the scenes of breaking news, Jamie brings a producer’s perspective to what actually gets someone booked. This isn’t about chasing attention—it’s about becoming media-ready. Bi-Weekly Starting April 2026

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