my former boss is here... and i forgot to hit record! | Producer Rachel
A walk down memory lane...What happens when you invite your former boss onto your podcast and forget to hit record?Kaelin found out the hard way! With Jason out, Kaelin is flying solo this week with a very special guest: Producer Rachel Giordano, her former boss and mentor from her days interning at Mojo in the Morning on Channel 955.The two reunite for some behind-the-scenes radio stories, hilarious memories, lessons from the trenches of live broadcasting, and a little nostalgia about how Kaelin found herself in radio. Rachel also shares her Top 5 things she's loving right now, and they're a mix of personal wins, business breakthroughs, and some hard-earned life lessons.And of course, you can't have Producer Rachel on a podcast without getting into her almost 30 years behind the scenes in media!Rachel shares stories from her years working on The View and The Barbara Walters Specials, her time at Walt Disney Feature Animation and the Home Shopping Network, and how her career eventually led her from television to radio. From working alongside some of the biggest names in entertainment (including Beyonce) to producing live morning radio, Rachel has experienced just about every side of the media business.The two also get into what it was REALLY like having Rachel as a boss when Kaelin was an intern at Mojo in the Morning. Spoiler alert: Rachel wasn't exactly known for being easy! Kaelin opens up about how intimidating Rachel could be, the pressure of working in live radio, and why that tough-love approach ultimately helped shape the producer and radio personality she is today. Rachel explains why she had such high expectations, why she never had time to sugarcoat things, and how she always believed that making mistakes was part of learning - as long as you didn't keep making the same ones.And if you think working in radio is just sitting around talking into a microphone, think again! Rachel and Kaelin pull back the curtain on what really goes into producing a successful morning show. From the preparation and split-second decisions to managing personalities, screening calls, handling unexpected moments, and knowing when to throw the entire plan out the window, there's a whole lot happening that listeners never hear.Rachel also shares why she fell in love with radio after working in television. Unlike TV, where there's often a wall between the audience and the people on screen, radio creates a personal connection with listeners. The audience becomes part of the show, and sometimes those unscripted conversations can genuinely change someone's life. It's that connection, and the responsibility that comes with someone giving you their time and attention, that made Rachel love producing live radio.WANT TO WORK WITH PRODUCER RACHEL? With more than 20 years of experience in television, radio, and podcast production, Producer Rachel Giordano now helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and personal brands get clear on their message, show up confidently on camera, and create content that actually connects with their audience. Whether you're stuck on what to say, overwhelmed by creating content, or ready to take your brand to the next level, Rachel offers:1:1 Clarity Sessions – A personalized 90-minute consulting session to get clear on your message, your content, and your next steps.Virtual Content Creation & Media Coaching – Work directly with Rachel virtually as she guides you through recording your own content, helping with delivery, messaging, pacing, and confidence on camera.Content Production & Consulting – Strategic support for entrepreneurs and businesses who want professional content and a clear plan for creating it.Learn more and work with Producer Rachel:https://www.sandgmediagroup.com/Follow Producer Rachel on Instagram: @ProducerRachelGiordano
