This experience was one to remember... It was the first time that I had been to a taping of a show, and it was beneficial for me because television broadcast may be something I want to get into in the future. I am still uncertain about what school I want to go to next year and what I want to do for the rest of my life, so it was good for me to see first-hand what it is like on a real set. Television broadcast is an area of media that somewhat interests me, so I was astonished by all the behind the scenes processes and equipment.
Honestly, I had never seen the show 'The Hour' until that taping, and I got to say, it's a pretty interesting and informative show. George Stroumboulopoulos was a very down-to-earth person, and he made all of us feel like we were part of the show. He constantly came to us and asked if we had any questions for him. George is someone that makes the show appealing to the younger audience because of his interviewing techniques, but more importantly, he, himself, appeals to the youth. He is not the typical journalist who is usually formal and conservative, but he is rather blunt and straight-forward.
George also explained to us that he often has guests on the show who are interesting and have an intriguing story to tell, and I think this is an important factor that makes The Hour and great show. While, the questions he asks are vital in the interview, it is the guest on the show that makes or brakes the interview.
