How to Master Being an Expert in Your Niche | TV's Melissa Mahtani | Unknown to Known

From Producer to On-Camera Confidence with Melissa Mahtani (CNN, CBS News)How do you move from behind the scenes to confidently showing up on camera — and make people trust you when you do?In this episode of Unknown to Known, TV news veteran Jamie Maglietta sits down with international journalist, host, and moderator Melissa Mahtani, whose career spans CNN, CBS News, and global stages including the United Nations.Melissa shares her transition from producer to on-camera journalist and breaks down what it really takes to:Find and own your voice on cameraDefine your “why” before chasing media or visibilityThink like a producer while showing up as the talentModerate panels that spark meaningful conversationBalance preparation with authenticity in high-pressure momentsThis conversation is especially valuable for professionals who want to become reliable media sources, confident panelists, or credible on-camera communicators — without waiting until they feel “ready.”🎧 New episodes of Unknown to Known drop Tuesdays.🎙 Bonus Greenroom Pep Talks drop Thursdays.🔗 Connect with Melissa: https://www.melissamahtani.com📩 Submit a listener question: [email protected]:00 – From behind the scenes to on camera03:49 – Building confidence as a producer-turned-journalist10:53 – Early mistakes & lessons learned15:16 – Defining your expertise and “why”21:15 – Authenticity vs preparation29:18 – How to moderate engaging panels37:15 – Practical tips for creators & journalists40:32 – Final thoughts & next stepsChapters (Condensed)Website & Visibility Program:Visibility Program: https://www.oncamready.com/Resources + Links:(ON CAM) Ready: Checklist: https://www.oncamready.com/waitlist Substack:The Scroll Newsletter: https://oncamready.substack.comRiverside (Affiliate):Record your content with Riverside:  https://riverside.sjv.io/09VWrEDiscount Code: OCR15Brand Builders Group (Affiliate): https://ro474.infusionsoft.app/app/form/web-form-submitted121VidIQ (Affiliate): https://vidiq.com/oncamreadyYouTube Channels:Main Channel (ON CAM Ready Media): https://www.youtube.com/@oncamreadyPodcast Links:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unknown-to-known-presented-by-on-cam-ready/id1707162005Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/5yEIQWeK7aLHtPSBBbSPcz?si=61b241d434f84578Think Like a Producer:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5w84zVVaquAcIDaes41NoMHDjtllgkCW