BBC Radio 2's Jo Whiley has shared a cringe-worthy moment from her illustrious career, revealing how an interview with an iconic music star left her feeling 'tiny, stupid, and unpleasant.'
The veteran broadcaster, known for her smooth interviewing style, confessed the encounter was so uncomfortable it still haunts her years later.
The Interview That Went Wrong
Whiley didn't name the famous musician but described them as 'a proper legend' whose dismissive attitude during the interview shattered her confidence.
'They made me feel about two inches tall,' Whiley admitted. 'I came away thinking I was stupid and unpleasant to be around.'
Behind the Scenes Tension
The radio host explained how the star's cold demeanor created an atmosphere so tense it affected her professional performance:
- The celebrity appeared disinterested from the start
- Their responses were curt and unengaging
- Non-verbal cues suggested irritation
'It was one of those interviews where you just can't wait for it to end,' Whiley confessed.
Learning From the Experience
Despite the uncomfortable encounter, Whiley says she grew from the experience:
- It taught her to trust her instincts more
- She developed thicker skin for difficult interviews
- The experience helped her appreciate kinder celebrities
'Now when I meet lovely people, I really appreciate it,' she added, contrasting this with her painful memory.
The presenter's revelation offers a rare glimpse behind the polished facade of celebrity interviews, reminding us that even seasoned professionals can have their confidence shaken by difficult subjects.
