Preparing for a media interview  

Everything you need to know to prepare well for an interview with a journalist including tips, techniques and safeguarding.

In this guide we’ve compiled years of experience talking to journalists – whether it’s for newspapers, podcasts, TV or radio. You’ll find advice on everything from the right questions to ask to set-up an interview to how to prepare and get your message across on the day.

If you’re arranging an interview on behalf of someone in your lived experience network, we’ve included a guide to safeguarding, which will help you to protect vulnerable interviewees and help them have a positive experience speaking to the media.