talk show guest

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A talk show guest is someone invited to appear on a talk show, typically to promote something—a new film, book, or album—or to discuss their expertise or experiences.

The role involves conversational performance: being entertaining, quotable, and responsive to the host's questions.

She's making the rounds as a talk show guest for her memoir.

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role in talk show production

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Television interview program presenter

host · interviewer · emcee · moderator · anchor

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One who makes things

director · sound technician · makeup artist · booker · stagehand

audience relationship

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Viewers present during recording

viewer · spectator · home viewer · live audience

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