Live Radio: Common Mistakes to Avoid On Air

Live broadcasting is an incredible way to connect with your audience and talk to them on a more personal level. If you want to increase the listenership of your radio station, going live is the way to go, as it will make you stand out and keep your audience hooked. 

While hosting a live radio show is enjoyable, many broadcasters commit mistakes that are not conducive to a positive experience. If you are planning to interact live with your audience, this blog is for you. This blog will give you valuable insight into common mistakes to avoid for a satisfying live radio broadcasting experience. 

Mistake 1: Not Sitting in a Quiet Room

If you have been in the broadcasting industry for a few years, this advice may annoy you — it has become that common! But this is the mistake that many novice broadcasters commit. So here we are, reminding you to avoid it.

To prevent your listeners from leaving your live show halfway, broadcast from a quiet room, free from noises of cars passing by or dogs barking — your own family should not disturb you when you are live. A quiet environment will ensure both you and your listeners do not get distracted, and the show goes on seamlessly.

You should avoid making unnecessary noises too. Do not touch the microphone stand or cable over and over, breathe hard, cough, or sit on chairs that creak with the slightest of movement. 

Mistake 2: Not Preparing Enough

Your mischievous mind may ask you to take the impromptu route on live radio. But this will be harmful for your radio station unless you are a proficient TEDx speaker — in fact, they also prepare. The point is that you cannot blabber anything under the sun on a live broadcast. Your show should have an interesting topic and a schedule to keep your audience engaged.

Besides, being prepared will make you feel relaxed; you will not be nervous about what to speak next and what not to. This relief will be heard in your voice, which will sound confident and calm. In addition, preparing in advance will prevent you from saying hurtful sentences — out of anxiety — that might trigger your listeners.

Having said that, be prepared for unexpected turns and allow room for improvisation. For instance, if an unanticipated technical glitch comes your way, know how to handle it.

Mistake 3: Not Being Yourself

Many radio broadcasters mimic their favorite hosts rather than being their natural selves while broadcasting live. However, the golden rule to putting up an amazing show is (at the risk of sounding trite) to be yourself. Despite being cliché, this advice is what you need to abide by for professional radio hosting.

Whenever presenting, be sure to show your original personality to your listeners, rather than disguising as someone you think your audience will like. Do not try to be likable. Be authentic. Remember, your audience is tuning in to listen to you, and not displaying your original self would trifle with their loyalty.

So never let the feelings of “will they like me?” get in your way of being yourself. Your real personality will also ensure only those listeners stay who genuinely admire you.

Conclusion

Avoiding these mistakes will transform you into a confident broadcaster. However, to host a perfect live show, you also need top-notch radio broadcasting services. Enter RadioBash. We offer professional hosting services for Terrestrial, AM, FM, Commercial, and Non-profit radio stations. If you have any questions about our broadcasting services, send us a message via this online form, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.