When it comes to pronouncing difficult names and words, what's your approach? I always stress about getting them wrong, especially when I'm under pressure. And what about words from other languages, or fixing a pronunciation mistake on air? Any advice is appreciated.

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Be wrong confidently if there is no time to check or ask for pronunciation. It comes off so much worse when people confuse muddle through a name or word, in my opinion. If you can fix it on air, great, apologize, say it right, and move on.

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Agreed, fake your confidence all the way

For names, I’ll usually call or email ahead to ask the person directly. If that’s not possible, I’ll check online sources, like YouTube interviews and news clips. I've even called a local reporter who would know.

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That’s such a smart approach.

I feel this deeply — the pressure is real when you're live or on deadline

try to prep in advance where you can—YouTube interviews, official bios, or even asking directly if possible.

AI speech apps usually get pronunciation correct if you want to double check words.

Why have I never actually thought of this?? This is the right way to use AI hahah

I used to work in a hospital where you would have to call out people’s names and I will say the more you do it the easier it comes to you. That being said when under pressure just relax and let it come naturally

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