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November 16, 2015 by Joan Stewart

How to Create Sizzling ‘Book Hooks’ for Drive-time Radio

UPDATE on Nov. 22, 2015:

You can listen to the free replay of this call here.

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One of the biggest mistakes authors make when trying to get onto on a radio show as a guest is the same mistake they make when trying to get onto a TV … [Read more...]

July 23, 2015 by Roshanda E. Pratt

On TV and Radio, Avoid a Hot Mic That Leads to PR Hell

By Roshanda E. Pratt

It has happened to presidents, vice-presidents, CEOs, athletes and even reporters.

Those who witness it relish in enjoyment while those on the back end are utterly embarrassed. It's called being unaware of the "hot mic" and saying something intended to be private. Hot mic situations happen more often than you … [Read more...]

April 2, 2015 by Joan Stewart

Radio publicity tip: Call talk shows and comment

Savvy Publicity Hounds know how to use talk radio to their advantage, even if they're only calling the show to comment on an issue the host is discussing.

The first hoop you must jump through is to get past the call screener, particularly if it's … [Read more...]

November 3, 2014 by Joan Stewart

5 Tips for Selling Books or Products on Radio

Radio can be a goldmine for you if you have a book or product to sell, you can pitch a good hook to get onto the show, and you can give the station a compelling interview.

And you don't have to appear only on big stations. Shows devoted to niche … [Read more...]

March 14, 2014 by Joan Stewart

Tips for getting booked on the more than 800 Mind-Body-Spirit radio shows

When you think of talk radio, you think politics, home improvement shows and public radio.

Mind-Body-Spirit shows aren't as obvious, but they have huge followings.

Guests talk about familiar topics like the law of … [Read more...]

April 9, 2013 by Joan Stewart

BlogTalkRadio: A huge rip-off or a handy resource?

I haven't started blogging yet, but I've been recommending it as a fabulous way to host your own radio show and build a loyal following.

I've appeared an expert on several BlogTalkRadio shows, and I've always been curious about … [Read more...]

March 23, 2013 by Joan Stewart

TV/Radio Talk Show Guest Directory Deadline March 26

Dozens of radio and TV talk shows are looking for guests right now, and you might make the perfect interview for one of them, or several dozen of them!

But many of the producers and guest bookers aren't … [Read more...]

March 22, 2013 by Joan Stewart

Earlier this week, I listed the [Read more...]