TOPICS3.30 The importance of England having a good tournament. The audience figures prove the depth of feeling for international football.5.10 The effect of social media on his coverage. Does it affect the output?7.01 How has TV coped with the introduction of VAR8.22 His preparation for games9.25 The presenter’s job is to present "what is important and to leave out what is not"10.19 Managing the analysis at half-time. Editorial relevance v getting everyone involved v time constraints12.04 Creating depth in analysis on TV vs radio13.45 “It’s simply air miles” - the difference between presenting on TV and radio15.45 Mark’s career path. “I aimed to go into radio and then see what happens”16.54 How he worked his way up through local radio18.30 His advice for wannabe young broadcasters… and who should NOT try it.20.10 The new, ‘unofficial’ route to broadcasting v the traditional route23.10 The need for official training and scrutiny25.00 His thoughts on fans’ YouTube channel and especially the future of ArsenalFanTV28.40 Why he did not become a commentator. Presenting the iconic Sports Report on BBC radio for 16 years31.25 His commentating and presenting heroes growing up32.15 Who young presenters should follow now. The female presenters at the World Cup. Why Jacqui Oatley “took the bullet” for women in football presenting33.45 The loss of security of tenure in television. Why presenting gives you more opportunity as a freelancer36.04 The changes ahead in television sport – the ‘FANG’ group, the changes in the distribution rights in EPL38.12 The importance of keeping your enthusiasm for sport39.55 Will this World Cup be the highlight of his career?41.01 The effect on people back home when you have been in the living room for a month42.35 His ‘wants’ from the World CupLINKSMark Pougatch on TwitterWANT TO HEAR, SEE, READ MORE...? Check out my blog, here? Listen to my other podcast: Football Indonesia here? Sign up to my digital sport newsletter, here? @MrRichardClarke on social:Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube