1) The document provides tips for preparing for a televised interview, including setting the interview context by understanding location, length, and topics beforehand; doing research on current events and your own policies; preparing your staff with talking points; and staying clear, concise and on-message during the interview. 2) Candidates are advised to do research on current events and their own policies to avoid appearing out of touch, and to prepare staff with talking points to stay consistent. 3) Interviewees should speak concisely and stick to prepared talking points to avoid rambling or saying something they will regret later.