The article explores the nuances of Donald Trump's television interviews, noting that while his demeanor is recognizable, the context and setting significantly influence his behavior. In interviews with friendly hosts, he tends to be relaxed, often making offhand remarks laden with humor and self-reference. However, when faced with challenging questions, the atmosphere changes; interviews become more theatrical, featuring elaborate backgrounds and a more tense Trump. This duality reveals the complexity of his personality and the crafted nature of his public image.
If he is being interviewed by someone from one of the television channels he likes, Trump will be drawling and digressive in his familiar toastmaster mode, the tone he puts on when he is Making Some Remarks before an audience that he senses is eager to applaud him.
The other version emerges in situations where Trump knows he might get asked a question he doesn't want to answer. These interviews are shot and staged differently.
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