Fox News 9:45 Friday Morning

[Jenn]

You must remember this is not a political interview, but seeking info. They aren't interviewing a senator but someone with a hobby. They aren't going to do an attack job. It would be bad P.R.

Exactly, that's my point. It would be bad PR, but not for Fox, for us.

[TheOtherLeadingBrand]

True, and that goes for any station. This isn't about left or right, this is about our snakes.

How would one answer a question such as, "Can an adult python kill a baby human" because obviously, yes, an adult python of some species CAN kill a baby human (but so can a dog, so can a lot of things)? These are the types of questions to prepare for! I suck at being on the spot, so I could never do this.

[wilomn]

You're not obligated to answer anything.

If this is a bushwhacking job, just get up and leave.

You don't OWE them a thing.

If you're uncomfortable, hit the bricks.

[tonkatoyman]

Remember that you are talking to someone who does not understand why you do what you do. My advise is to be polite, and professional. Undertsand that they may not agree with the keeping of snakes and will have some idea of who likes them. Take the opportunity with your dress, speach and manner to change that perception into a positive one. Good Luck

[elevatethis]

I would handle any leading questions with humor, and also maybe provide some statistics on injuries caused by other more traditional pets.

For example, on dogs:

4.7 Million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. Of those, about 800 Million require medical care, and on average, 12 are fatal. In 2008, 23 fatal dog attacks occurred in the U.S. -USlaw.com

You could follow that up with a statement like this:

"Contrast that with reptile pets, the numbers don't even come close, despite widespread media coverage on the few attacks that do unfortunately occur. Dog bites are not news simply because they are so common."

Good luck!

[mainbutter]

4.7 Million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. Of those, about 800 Million require medical care, and on average, 12 are fatal. In 2008, 23 fatal dog attacks occurred in the U.S. -USlaw.com

check your numbers there..

800 million > 4.7 million. I'm sure it was a typo lol, I assume you meant 800 thousand?

[PiebaldFan]

yea go get them bro, tell em a few things let them learn,, you can do ittttt lad!!!

[panthercz]

Panthercz. I was worried about them cutting my words. But it will be Live.

That's a plus then if it's live.

[elevatethis]

check your numbers there..

800 million > 4.7 million. I'm sure it was a typo lol, I assume you meant 800 thousand?

oops....I did mean 800,000....

http://www.uslaw.com/library/Persona...hp?item=191970

[m00kfu]

Also Fox new's slogan is, "We report, you decide." They are a neutral station.

Since when?