Announcers and disc jockeys or DJs, who are half researcher and part public personality, employ writing skills and a pleasant speaking voice to convey news and information with the public. Broadcast announcers and radio DJs play music or read the news and comment on current events. Talk show hosts frequently conduct research and hold discussions with guests and audience members about a particular topic, such as politics, personal finance, sports, or health. Announcers and DJs plan guests for their shows, maintain a social media presence to build a fan base, and provide other creative content like as contests and events. They also provide weather and traffic information. Some work as sports team announcers, party DJs, and event MCs, providing background information and amusing the crowd or explaining the event for the listening public as it occurs. Broadcast broadcasters and radio disc jockeys typically work full-time in soundproof studios. The majority of shows are taped throughout the day for later transmission or podcasting, however some announcers broadcast live and may work late nights, weekends, or holidays. In these areas, deadlines and strict work schedules are frequent. Broadcast announcers and radio DJs normally require a bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, or communications to enter the business, but other employment may not place a high value on education. They usually require prior experience earned through internships or working at a collegiate radio or television station.