Task 3 - Discourse Analysis Techniques in a Journalistic Context
Samantha Curmi B.A (Hons) in Journalism Year 3 Evaluative Analysis - Task 2 Interviews Discourse analysis provides a framework for analyzing how language influences interactions, especially in journalistic interviews. This review analyzes the success of my interviewing technique, with a focus on preparation, adaptability, rapport-building, and the use of discourse tactics to drive the discussion. While the interview was smooth and pleasant, opportunities for deeper probing and more critical questioning may have improved the conversation. Interview 1 - with Ann Demarco and Louiselle Vassallo Still shot from the podcast with Ann Demarco and Louiselle Vassallo Preparation and Adaptability in Questioning A key component of successful interviewing is striking a balance between structured preparation and flexibility. Having a prepared sheet of questions before the interview gave me a solid starting point, but my choice to deviate from the script in respon...
