The art of the introduction
Setting up an interview with the best details
One standard NPR story form is the interview with an expert on a topic that is trending in the news. Producers who work for magazine shows like Morning Edition and All Things Considered are constantly on the lookout for insightful perspectives from people who can shed light on an issue or help the audience better understand the broader context.
The short introductions to these interviews do a lot of work. They grab the audience's attention, summarize the facts, and establish the expert's relevance.
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