Sunday, July 24, 2022

"That's A Lie!": Handling Difficult Guests On Air


 

Have you ever wondered what a TV anchor/host feels when interviewing a difficult guest? How do YOU feel watching it on TV?

If you’re the anchor or host, it’s really the ultimate test of your professionalism. I have interviewed hundreds of guests on air including politicians, government officers and celebrities, and I’ve had quite a number that took me to the very limit.

There are different types of guests, of course. Some would just reply with one-liners (which is a BIG problem too), some would attempt to take over the show, while others understand the need to simply be succinct.

Then there are those whose opinions you personally stand against. This can be seen now on a daily basis on foreign news channels with TV anchors getting more and more exasperated at guests merely spouting propaganda and blindly defending positions.

If you cringe watching it, imagine what the likes of Don Lemon must be feeling? They’re only humans after all!

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