SECOND DRAFT OF STUDIO PIECE SCRIPT

SCRIPT FOR HEALING ROOTS SECOND DRAFT

Studio piece

(Opening remark and introduction of programme)

Hello welcome to ‘Healing Roots’ a programme  in which we take closer look at the various areas of complementary medicine. From herbs, acupuncture, yoga, reflexology to Chinese medicine. Today on ‘Healing Roots’ we shall be focusing on Acupuncture. We will be taking you to Gerry Rothwell’s Acupuncture practice as he takes us through what acupuncture is. We will also be interviewing Christopher Murray an actor who decided to give acupuncture a go. But first, let us join Gerry Rothwell in his clinic.

(Presenters remark after ENG and advert break intro)

That is interesting. After the break we shall be having with us in the studio Christopher, who shall be talking us through his experience with the acupuncturist.  Also joining us will be Ann Fagan a Staff Nurse, she will be giving us her personal and professional opinion about complementary medicine.

(Studio interview)

Welcome back. As we had said earlier we are having in the studio with us Christopher, to talk us through his experience with the acupuncturist.  And Also Ann Fagan a Staff Nurse will be giving us her personal and professional views about complimentary medicine generally.

Gentleman and lady, it’s a pleasure having you on the programme

(Looking at Christopher)

Tell us briefly about yourself

(Turning to Ann)

How long have you being practising?

(Back to Christopher)

Why did you take up the challenge to go through the acupuncturist’s needle?

What was the motivation?

Can you briefly talk us through your experience with the acupuncturist?

Have you tried any other form of complementary medicine in the past?

What was your GP opinion on all of these?

(Turning to Ann Fagan)

What do you have to say to all Christopher had said?

Have you tried acupuncture or any of the complementary medicine before?

What will be your professional advice opinion on complementary medicine?

But would you as Ann Fagan give it a try?

(Turning to Christopher)

In view of all Ann has said would you say you will have another go at acupuncture?

What will be your advice to people who are torn between giving it a go or not?

(Turning to Ann)

Your advice for the people out there on complementary medicine please.

(Closing Remarks)

Well viewers, that is all we have time for this week. We say a big thank you to Christopher and Ann.  Join us same time next week as we shall be looking at another area of complementary medicine on your programme ‘Healing Roots’. Remember, health is wealth!