Like an athlete, to be a successful talk host you must train! Going for a daily jog is good for the mind, body and spirit but that is not what I am getting at with my talk host tips. We are thinking outside the box to make you think, act like and be a successful talk host. This is an ongoing series of radio talk host tips for those of you new to the format and even for the experienced pro.
Are you doing the necessary things to train your body to be at maximum efficiency while you are doing your show? Not that you are doing anything physically strenuous, especially sitting for 2-3 hours per show but your body does need care in order for you to perform your best during those hours on the air. It has to be trained to support you. Yawning, belching, smacking your lips because you are parched are all no-nos. No one wants to hear those noises, and microphones tend to amplify them. So, make sure you get a good nights sleep, make sure you do not eat less than an hour before your show and PLEASE do not eat during your show (unless it is part of the show and listeners know that). Finally keep a glass of water close by and don't be afraid to sip it but don't guzzle as that will cause belching! Also, no soda/pop/carbonated drinks less than an hour before or during the show either. That carbonation can sneak up and out at an inopportune time!
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2 comments:
Only thing I'd add is use chapstick regularly before the show so that you aren't temped to smack your lips on a longer show.
Thanks for the comment Nate.
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