Media Matters: The Media Training Podcast Eve Hester-Wyne: Journalist, TV Director and Media Trainer

What clothes should you choose to give the best impression in a media interview? Eve takes you through the dos and don’ts of dressing to impress on camera- and examines the tricky question of makeup! “Behind the Jargon” explores the mysteries of “green screen” and why it's important for interviews.

Media interviews are most often visual these days- so it's really important that your body language doesn't distract from your message. Eve takes you through some simple steps to ensure your body language exudes "relaxed awareness". "Behind the Jargon" looks at "down the line" interviews- a particularly tricky type of media performance!

Ever worried about how you sound when you’re recorded for radio or TV? Relax- Eve’s here to help, with some handy hints for voice and diction to help you sound your best. “Behind the Jargon” brings you “up to speed” and looks at the two different meanings of “cut”.

Numbers and stories are a great way to increase your credibility and back up your messages. Eve explains how to deal with them creatively and use them effectively. "Behind the Jargon" tells you how to know if you're the "talent" - while flagging up the one phrase never to use: "No Comment."

Deadlines don't wait for journalists- and journalists often can't wait for you. Eve explains what media-savvy interviewees know: that accommodating the reporter's deadline can bring big benefits. "Behind the Jargon" looks at "Copy Approval" versus "Fact Check"- and explains which one you're allowed to have!

Do you know who is watching or listening to you? Eve identifies the different types of audience for your interview and helps you to tailor your approach depending on which type it is. "Beyond the Jargon" explains what a "Wild Track" is, and takes a look at what "Off The Record" means- and doesn't mean!