How to Juggle Two Personas: On-Camera & Behind the Scenes with Author and Meteorologist Allison Bettes

In this premiere episode of the new podcast, "Unknown to Known," an (ON CAM) Ready presentation series hosted by Jamie Maglietta, listeners had the opportunity to hear from Allison Bettes, a meteorologist making waves as a romance novelist. The episode explored the challenges and triumphs of balancing public personas with personal passions.

Jamie, leveraging her extensive experience in television news, engaged Allison in a discussion about the duality many face when transitioning between professional and personal identities. As Allison shared, "Whether you work in television or not, you have your work version of yourself, and then you have your at-home version of yourself." The pandemic provided Allison with the space to merge her love for science with creative writing, allowing her to flourish in both roles.

To help others build confidence and authenticity on camera, Allison recommended a simple yet effective strategy: "Pretend the people you're talking to are your family and friends." Jamie and Allison highlighted the importance of practice and preparation, emphasizing the role of recording oneself to refine presentation skills.

Ultimately, Allison’s venture into authorship illustrates the power of pursuing new challenges and passions. Her encouraging words, "If there's part of you that wants to do this... just do it," resonate with anyone standing on the brink of a new journey. Through this inspiring conversation, Jamie Maglietta and Allison Bettes remind us that embracing our ambitions can lead to profound and fulfilling changes.

You’ll hear:

• How Allison went from weather maps to plot twists.

• Why she didn’t initially see herself as an on-camera personality.

• The mindset shifts that help overcome visibility fears.

• Tips for showing up confidently on camera—even if you think you “can’t do it.”

Quotes to listen for:

• “Your confidence doesn’t show up first — you do. Confidence comes after you hit record.”

• “When you share your story, you’re not just showing up on camera, you’re giving others permission to do the same.”

• “The fear never disappears — but the impact you create makes it worth it.”

Whether you’re an author, entrepreneur, or expert in your field, this conversation will inspire you to own your voice, define your presence, and create a brand that works for you on every platform.

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00:00 Introduction and Personal Insights

00:51 Host Introduction and Mission

02:01 Importance of Being On Camera

05:32 Guest Introduction: Allison

10:07 Allison's Journey to Meteorology

11:42 Tips for On-Camera Confidence

17:34 Balancing Passions and Public Life

22:18 Writing During COVID

25:28 Transitioning to an Author

32:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement