Let's Interview You!

One of my favorite things to do both radio and television wise is interviews. I'm a very curious person and I use this as a strength in the broadcasting world. Interviews are really just a conversation with another person when everything comes down to it. However, they can take quite a bit of prep along with them. You need to research ahead of time so that you aren't going into the interview blind as to who you are talking to. Then it's also a good idea to have a short pre-interview before going live. Just remember to ask questions that are important yet not too personal. Keep the questions open ended and make sure the interview focuses on whoever you are talking to. The listeners and viewers don't care for the reporters side, they just want to hear what the person being interviewed has to say. Not all interviews will go as planned. Some of the people will be going through speed interviews who already answered the same questions multiple times now. So try to pick questions that are unique yet relevant.