Running Toward What's Next | Sam Augeri on Leaving TV News, Reinvention & Marathons

Running Toward What's Next | Sam Augeri on Leaving TV News, Reinvention & Marathons

Would love to hear your thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2514336/fan_mail/new] Former News 12 Long Island Chief Meteorologist Sam Augeri joins me to discuss what happens when the career you've built no longer aligns with the life you want. After successful careers in television, both of us found ourselves at a crossroads that ultimately led us away from TV news and toward work that felt more meaningful. Sam shares how she created Sam's Weather School, an educational program designed to inspire children through weather and space science. In the second half of the episode, we shift gears and talk running. With more than 20 marathons completed, Sam became one of the people I leaned on while training for the 2024 New York City Marathon. We discuss marathon training, motivation, mental toughness, and why running has the power to clear the clutter and reveal what you're truly capable of. Whether you're considering your first race, training for a marathon, or navigating your own reinvention, this episode offers inspiration for the road ahead. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails [https://dudewowcocktails.com/discount/Turbulence26] — 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 [https://open.substack.com/pub/raeganmedgie/p/welcome-to-unscripted-dispatch?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raeganmedgie/] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@raeganmedgie?lang=en] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaeganMedgie/]  Watch the video version: YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RaeganMedgieTV]

Breaking News Rules

Would love to hear your thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2514336/fan_mail/new] This solo episode is me pulling back the curtain on what reinvention actually feels like in real time. I talk about why being told “I miss you on the news” can hit harder than people realize, why I’m saying goodbye to yet another piece of my TV news identity, and why succeeding in this next chapter means breaking almost every rule TV news taught me. I also revisit a moment from a recent interview that stayed with me, play the clip, and unpack why it hit so deeply. I don’t have all of this figured out. But I do know this: courage is doing it anyway. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails [https://dudewowcocktails.com/discount/Turbulence26] — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. And by Amazon [https://logistics.amazon.com/], supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs across the country. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter [https://open.substack.com/pub/raeganmedgie/p/welcome-to-unscripted-dispatch?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raeganmedgie/] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@raeganmedgie?lang=en] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaeganMedgie/]  Watch the video version: YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RaeganMedgieTV]

She Left Journalism for Pastry School

Would love to hear your thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2514336/fan_mail/new] Jackie Davalos had the career many people dream about — working as a Bloomberg TV and digital reporter after starting out in finance. But behind the success was something so many journalists know intimately: burnout. The pressure, the toxic environments, the nonstop pace, the ignored warning signs — Jackie kept pushing until one question from her therapist changed the course of her life: “If you had one year to live, what would you do?” Her answer? Leave journalism. Move to France. Go to pastry school. In this episode, Jackie shares how she walked away from a career she worked incredibly hard to build in order to finally listen to herself. We talk about burnout in journalism, trusting your gut, fear, reinvention, and why waiting for the “perfect time” can keep you stuck forever. This conversation hit me personally in so many ways — and Jackie’s answer to whether she misses her old life made her story even more unforgettable. If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt exhausted by the grind, or wondered what would happen if you actually listened to your inner voice… this episode is for you. This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails [https://dudewowcocktails.com/discount/Turbulence26] — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. And by Amazon [https://logistics.amazon.com/], supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs across the country. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter [https://open.substack.com/pub/raeganmedgie/p/welcome-to-unscripted-dispatch?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raeganmedgie/] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@raeganmedgie?lang=en] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaeganMedgie/]  Watch the video version: YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RaeganMedgieTV]

When The Funny Friend Gets Real

Would love to hear your thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2514336/fan_mail/new] An episode months in the making finally happened. I sit down with comedian and podcaster Amanda Yoa — the very first podcaster I ever met, and someone who helped guide me through the turbulence of creating Unscripted Turbulence. What started as an organic connection quickly became a genuine friendship, and I credit Amanda for helping give me the confidence to fully step into this next chapter outside of TV news. In this conversation, Amanda opens up about stepping into her truth, the heartfelt story underneath her hilarious “Pam from Port Richmond” character, and the deeper meaning behind the humor she shares online. Somewhere along the way, the podcast turns into something even more personal, as Amanda helps guide me through a struggle I’ve been quietly navigating myself. It’s funny, vulnerable, heartfelt, and one of the most honest conversations I’ve had on the show. Fasten your seatbelts… this one takes you on a rollercoaster of feels. See Amanda Yoa LIVE [https://souljoels.com/shop/tickets/amandayoalivecasino/] Follow Amanda Yoa [https://www.instagram.com/amandayoacomedy/] Amanda Yoa's Hotline: 2672257853 This episode is sponsored by Dude Wow Cocktails [https://dudewowcocktails.com/discount/Turbulence26] — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. And by Amazon [https://logistics.amazon.com/], supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs across the country. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter [https://open.substack.com/pub/raeganmedgie/p/welcome-to-unscripted-dispatch?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raeganmedgie/] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@raeganmedgie?lang=en] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaeganMedgie/]  Watch the video version: YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RaeganMedgieTV]

Immigrant to Business Owner: One Opportunity Changed Everything

Would love to hear your thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2514336/fan_mail/new] 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 [https://dudewowcocktails.com/discount/Turbulence26] — bold flavor, real ingredients, and yes… it’s really good. Get 10% off with code TURBULENCE26. Thanks for supporting the show. And by Amazon [https://logistics.amazon.com/], supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs across the country. New Episodes Take Off Wednesdays! Follow for life beyond the podcast: Newsletter [https://open.substack.com/pub/raeganmedgie/p/welcome-to-unscripted-dispatch?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/raeganmedgie/] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@raeganmedgie?lang=en] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaeganMedgie/]  Watch the video version: YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@RaeganMedgieTV]