What does a career in radio and media really look like behind the microphone?

In this episode of Unblur the Path, Ashwini Kinhikar shares her journey from becoming a news anchor at just 18 to building a career as a radio presenter, MC, voiceover artist, storyteller, actor, and writer.

We explore the skills required for a career in media, what happens behind the scenes of a radio show, how presenters connect with audiences, the importance of communication skills, handling mistakes on air, and the role of empathy in broadcasting.

Ashwini also shares a powerful story about how a message delivered during one of her radio shows helped change someone's life.

Whether you're considering a career in media, radio presenting, acting, public speaking, voiceovers, or content creation, this conversation offers an honest and practical look at the profession.

Topics covered:

• Radio presenter career
• News anchoring
• Media industry insights
• Communication skills
• Public speaking
• Voiceover careers
• Storytelling
• Confidence building
• Career breaks and reinvention
• Behind the scenes of radio

🎙️ Part 1 of a two-part conversation with Ashwini Kinhikar.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Ashwini Kinhikar & Media Careers
03:02 Wearing Many Hats: Actor, RJ, MC, Voiceover Artist & Storyteller
04:15 Childhood Dreams and Becoming a News Anchor at 18
06:07 The Skills Required for News Anchoring
09:45 Balancing Studies, Jobs and Media Work
12:28 Marriage, Family Life and a 13-Year Career Pause
15:16 Finding Her Way Back Through Community Anchoring
17:02 How the Radio Journey Began
19:41 What Radio Presenters Actually Do Behind the Scenes
20:55 The Radio Show That Helped Save a Life
26:11 Connecting with Listeners Through Empathy and Communication
32:09 Mistakes, Growth and the Reality of Working in Radio

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