Mastering Live TV & Sports Commentary with Bhavna Balakrishnan | Via Vino: The Vino Supraja Podcast
Mastering Live TV & Sports Commentary with Bhavna Balakrishnan | Via Vino: The Vino Supraja Podcast
In this episode of the "Via Vino: The Vino Supraja Podcast," host Vino Supraja sits down with Bhavna Balakrishnan, a renowned TV presenter, radio jockey, and cricket commentator. Join us as Bhavna shares her inspiring journey from radio to television, offering behind-the-scenes insights into her experiences at the Cricket World Cup and the challenges of live broadcasting. Discover the secrets behind her communication skills, the pressures of being on air, and the rewards of a dynamic career in sports media. Perfect for aspiring broadcasters and fans of cricket, media, and public speaking.
Topics:
• The art of speaking and communication
• Bhavna Balakrishnan's career journey in broadcasting
• Transition from radio jockey to television presenter and cricket commentator
• Challenges and nuances of hosting shows and interviewing guests
• Importance of interpersonal skills in effective communication
• Experiences and pressures of live broadcasting
• The significance of preparation and adaptability in broadcasting
• Managing difficult situations and emotional outbursts in media interactions
• The impact of fame and maintaining humility in a public role
• The role of language and pronunciation in communication and interviews
Key Takeaways:
'This journey has been so life-changing in many ways, but it happened seamlessly, like the most beautiful things in life happen when you least expect them.'
'If you treat somebody in the service industry badly, it really gets my goat. It bothers me, and I look at you as a very small individual then.'
'I never looked at reaching a point where I become a star. I always looked at reaching milestones in my career where there were a lot of achievements.'
