How to Build Confidence, Be Seen, Take Control of Your Money with TV's Alison Kosik

Veteran journalist and national news anchor Alison Kosik joins Jamie Maglietta on Unknown to Known for a powerful conversation about money, confidence, and finding your voice.

After more than 15 years reporting from the New York Stock Exchange for CNN, Alison realized she wasn’t managing her own finances—and that lack of confidence kept her stuck in a marriage longer than she should have been. Now, with her new book What’s Up with Women and Money, Alison is breaking the silence around women’s financial literacy.

In this episode, Alison shares:

• The cautionary tales from high-achieving women—including celebrity stories from Sheryl Sandberg and Jessica Alba—that inspired her book.

• Why confidence is the missing link in most financial advice.

• The mindset shift from reporter to recognized expert.

• Practical tips for managing finances with inconsistent income.

Quotes to Listen for:

• “Leaving cable news reminded me: your story matters more than the set behind you.”

• “You don’t need the perfect production. You need the guts to go live.”

• “Social media is today’s newsroom. Show up there, and the press will find you.”

Whether you’re a professional, entrepreneur, or just starting to take control of your money, this conversation will inspire you to embrace your voice, make confident decisions, and take charge of your financial future.

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A special thanks to Justine Derby for submitting a guest interview question.

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Chapters:

00:00 – Struggles Showing Up on Social Media
00:51 – Jamie’s Intro & Podcast Mission
02:14 – Building Confidence Like a Producer
03:32 – Bonus Episodes & Producer Voice
04:12 – Guest Introduction: Alison Kosik
05:05 – About Alison’s Book: What’s Up With Women and Money
06:25 – Alison’s Journey at CNN & ABC News
08:20 – Shifts in How Younger Generations Consume News
09:04 – Writing the Book: Why Confidence Matters in Finance
10:55 – Struggles with Financial Decisions at Home
12:12 – Why Women Need to Take a Stake in Finances
13:07 – Building Community Around the Book
14:38 – Cautionary Tales of Financial Literacy
16:00 – Estate Planning Story & Hard Lessons
17:07 – Why You Need a Will & Planning Ahead
18:06 – Jessica Alba Endorsement & Imposter Syndrome
20:01 – Finding Courage to Write the Book
22:00 – Using a Journalist Lens to Write Clearly
23:32 – Alison’s Dual Life: Anchor & Author
25:02 – Pitching the Book & Thinking Like a Producer
26:18 – Alison’s Path Into Journalism
27:57 – Social Media Confidence vs Childhood Confidence
28:43 – Audience Question: Realtor Justine Derby on Investing with Variable Income
29:54 – Alison’s Financial Advice for Entrepreneurs
30:46 – Closing Thoughts on Self-Awareness & Wealth Building
31:32 – Wrap Up & Where to Follow Alison

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