Fake news, false information and stories made up to create a bit of a buzz and a good headline are everywhere. Here’s how to avoid falling into the trap as broadcasters Bias Look out for bias in a story that means it may just support or push a certain argument or doesn’t show fairness to different sides…
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Listening to radio these days can be traumatic. No, it’s not because of the depressing political news that comes up every other hour. It’s because of the drivel that passes for conversation or ‘audience engagement’. Have you ever wondered why most people will rather listen to music programs on radio? (even when the music sounds…
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1. DON’T get off topic. Some off-the-cuff chatter is always entertaining, but you will lose the listener’s interest if it goes on for too long. If you have guests on the show, don’t let them steal the show from you, try to steer the conversation back into familiar territory. 2. DO come prepared. It…
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Show prep is essentially getting yourself ready for your show…it is the piecing together of information, organizing materials and how they go on air. Just Like a general would never go into battle without a plan, as a radio personality, you should never go on air without curating what and how your show is going…
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A good interview depends on more than just a list of questions. * Make your approach polite and respectful Explain what you’re doing. Be confident. Assume your subject will want to talk to you. The way people respond depends on how you approach them. The trick is to make people realize that your project…
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