How to conduct a radio interview
Quiz by Kel Jackson
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- Q1What is an important aspect to keep in mind when conducting a radio interview?Only ask questions related to the guest's personal life.Only ask questions about the topic of the show.Only ask yes or no questions.Make sure to ask open-ended questions.30s
- Q2What is a good way to prepare for a radio interview?Research your guest and prepare a list of questions.Only prepare questions about the topic of the show.Only prepare questions related to the guest's personal life.Don't prepare at all and just wing it.30s
- Q3What is a good technique to keep the conversation flowing smoothly during a radio interview?Talking over the guest to make your own points.Only asking pre-planned questions.Active listening and follow-up questions.Interrupting the guest often to change the subject.30s
- Q4What is a good technique to make your radio interview stand out?Only asking basic and generic questions.Only asking questions that are already well-known and answered.Only asking controversial questions to generate controversy.Asking unique and thought-provoking questions.30s
- Q5What is one way to make your guest feel comfortable during a radio interview?Starting with some easy, non-threatening questions.Starting with some controversial questions to stir the pot.Starting with some difficult and complicated questions to test the guest's knowledge.Starting with some very personal and invasive questions.30s
- Q6What is a good way to wrap up a radio interview?Asking the guest to pose for a photo with you to post on social media.Asking the guest to come back next week.Just abruptly ending the interview without any conclusion.Thanking the guest and reminding listeners where and when they can find more information.30s
- Q7What is a good way to avoid dead air during a radio interview?Interrupting the guest to fill in the silence.Leaving long pauses to build tension.Preparing some backup questions or topics to discuss.Playing a pre-recorded commercial or jingle to fill the time.30s