live interview
Unedited broadcast questioning
A live interview is a conversation broadcast or streamed as it happens, without editing or delay.
The format creates spontaneity and risk—subjects can't take back what they say, and interviewers must think on their feet: The senator's live interview went off the rails when she was asked about the scandal.
Contrasts with recorded or pre-taped interviews, where mistakes can be cut.
- broadcastTransmitted media signal
- on the airCurrently being broadcast
- conversationExchange of spoken ideas
- guestWelcomed visitor
- hostOne receiving guests
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