Immigrant to Business Owner: One Opportunity Changed Everything

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]

Eva Pilgrim: Why We Both Left ABC News

Would love to hear your thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2514336/fan_mail/new] 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 [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]

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

Would love to hear your thoughts! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2514336/fan_mail/new] 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 [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]