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--- radio [2021/08/27 02:51] – [Step 7: Editing] baileytroutman
+++ radio [2023/04/12 15:32] – SkylarHew
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 ====== Radio ======
+On the fourth Thursday of every month, a 59-minute long radio show produced by the MEDLab airs on KGNU Radio. //Looks Like New// features conversations asking old questions about new technologies with scholars, community members, activists, experts, and more. Behind the scenes and screens, there are many processes that must occur before the finished production. This portion of the handbook explains and offers useful tips for navigating it all.
-On the fourth Thursday of every month, a radio show produced by the MEDLab airs on KGNU Radio. //Looks Like New// features conversations asking old questions about new technologies with scholars, community members, activists, experts, and more. Behind the scenes and screens, there are many processes that must occur before the finished production. This portion of the handbook explains and offers useful tips for navigating it all.
 Try to complete these first few steps at least 5 weeks before the episode should air.
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 ===== Step 5: Record the Conversation =====
-The script is ready, testing of the equipment and links are done. You are ready! When the guest arrives for the interview, begin by explaining the process. It is important to mention there will be breaks and how you plan to do those breaks. It is also helpful to overview the way you will begin recording, to make sure you can hear the guest on your end, and to remind them of how it will be a 50-55 minute conversation.
+The script is ready, testing of the equipment and links are done. You are ready! When the guest arrives for the interview, begin by explaining the process. It is important to mention there will be breaks and how you plan to do those breaks. It is also helpful to overview the way you will begin recording, to make sure you can hear the guest on your end, and to remind them of how it will be a 55-58 minute conversation.
-  * To begin the conversation, read the guest’s bio, and then jump into the questions.
+  * To begin the conversation, thank the guest for being here and then jump into the questions.
-  * Remember to record breaks every 15-20 minutes. Read the segment dividers, pausing 7 seconds in between.
   * Don’t feel obligated to closely stick to the script. Listen actively and adjust questions or the conversation as necessary.
   * This is a conversation! Don’t feel shy about engaging and sharing your own perspectives on what has been said.
   * Pause on items that might need more defining. Reflect on what has been said and see how you can build on it.
-  * Aim for 55-58 minutes of a conversation. This should include 2 breaks.
+  * Aim for 55-58 minutes of a conversation. It's easier to cut out content than create content that hasn't been recorded.
+  * Introductions, breaks, and closing statements can be recorded separately from the conversation and sent as their own files.
 It is helpful to have a microphone to connect to your computer while interviewing and recording. CMCI loans equipment to students and there are lots of inexpensive microphones available at other retailers. Use of proper equipment is recommended to maintain good sound quality.
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   * Import the Intro and Outro to the file.
   * Add music and longer breaks throughout the episode to keep it engaging.
-  * Once you have the edits completed, export the MP3 file from Audacity, making sure the episode is between 58:30-59:30 minutes cumulatively.
+  * Once you have the edits completed, export the MP3 file from Audacity, making sure the episode is between **58:30-59:30 minutes** cumulatively.
   * Upload the MP3 file to the Radio folder and notify your supervisor of its completion.
   * Wait for their edits, and then make adjustments accordingly.