<p>Being invited to speak with a journalist is both exciting and a little nerve-wracking. In this episode, Jen and Michael chat about how to approach media interviews with confidence while staying in control of your message.</p><p>They emphasise the importance of knowing your key points before you begin, while also being prepared for conversations to take unexpected turns. Michael shares a “walking the dog” analogy to capture this balance: having a clear direction, but knowing how to guide things back when needed.</p><p>The episode also explores how interviews are often edited into short grabs, making clarity essential, and highlights the importance of setting boundaries when questions stray beyond your expertise.</p><p>If you’re preparing for a media interview, this episode offers practical advice to help you stay focused, flexible, and confident.</p><p>You can find more great advice here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://sciencemediasavvy.org/"><u>https://sciencemediasavvy.org/</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2666869625000016"><u>https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2666869625000016</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/wp-content/upload/2014/04/SMC-Desk-Guide-for-Scientists.pdf"><u>https://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/wp-content/upload/2014/04/SMC-Desk-Guide-for-Scientists.pdf</u></a></p></li></ul>