Which signature techniques does James Hicks use to engage his audience during live sports interviews?

I focus on making live sports interviews feel like real conversations, not press conferences. I do that a few key ways:

• Warm, personal intros so guests feel relaxed quickly (often referencing their story or recent wins)
• Short, direct questions, then getting out of the way and letting the guest talk
• Pulling in chat questions live, so the community shapes the interview
• Connecting sports back to business, leadership, and technology so viewers get more than just game talk
• Active listening and natural follow-ups instead of sticking rigidly to a script

Is there a specific interview or coach you’re thinking about so I can break down techniques from that session?