Interviewing for Radio

<p><strong>'Jim Beaman’s Interviewing for Radio is a classic and seminal practice text brilliantly written and masterful in its content. Nobody working in professional radio can do without it. It is a must for all radio courses and I could not recommend it more highly'</strong> - <em>Tim Crook Head of Radio Goldsmiths College University of London UK</em></p><p><em>Interviewing for Radio</em> is a thorough introduction to the techniques and skills of the radio interview. It offers advice on how to ask the right question and elicit a response and guides the reader through the use of equipment the mechanics of recording the studio environment live broadcasts presentation and pronunciation and editing material. </p><p>Written by an experienced producer and instructor <em>Interviewing for Radio</em> includes:</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>the history of the radio interview and the importance of its role today </li> <p> </p> <li>practical exercises which introduce successful interview and technical skills </li> <p> </p> <li>case studies and hypothetical scenarios to help you prepare for potential difficulties </li> <p> </p> <li>a discussion of ethics risk assessment codes of conduct and regulations</li> </ul><p>This second edition has been thoroughly updated and includes advice from a new range of practitioners and examples of recent UK and international interviews. The author critically analyses these interviews and explains the preparation organisation and expertise required in order to produce a successful radio broadcast. <em>Interviewing for Radio</em> references both new and existing regulations and guidelines for UK journalists then offers a global perspective by drawing on the differences and similarities with those applicable to other countries.</p><p>This invaluable book is supported by a companion website that includes audio interviews with practitioners accompanied by a range of student exercises a comprehensive glossary in the form of interactive flashcards and suggested links for further listening.</p>