We call a program a "Talk show" if it is taped in a studio, and it is
broadcasted without much editing. This includes long personal
interviews, but also, round table discussion shows where there are
several debating guests. We overlook tabloid-style talk shows, like
Riki Lake... Also, be wary of Radio talk shows, which have the danger
of being wacky.
The main difference from normal interviews, is that
your words are mostly unedited. The program may be broadcasted live
or as-is from tape. You have much more control on what gets
aired. You can talk a bit longer, but if you ramble, the moderator
will cut you off.
Also, in contrast to normal interviews, you cannot repeat the same
thought using the same words. You should rephrase it differently.
The best answers are one-sentence statements of feeling or
opinion, followed by explaining why. Even if you get cut-off,
you have managed to make your point.
Don't look at the monitors. Look at the other people.
Don't yawn or pick your nose, since you can get caught.
There might be several guests of opposing views. The loudest
and most aggressive is usually the most believable.
You have to learn not be so nice.
- When the moderator or other guest says something wrong
( of even if they just start to ramble )
interrupt and challenge it. If you don't interrupt, the
audience will think it is true.
- Audio and video tape tend to tone done conflict.
Practice being rude by recording yourself. Getting too
rude will portray you as a bully and the audience will side
with the underdog.
- If you want to make a knock-out argument, so the camera
catches your opponent's surprise, make sure there is
enough time before the break, otherwise, the break will give
the opponent time to prepare.
