Letterman, after the singer brands him a 'sick fuck': 'You realize this is being broadcast don't you?'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The host points out the absurdity of an insult being broadcast live.
- In plain terms
- You are saying this live on air.
- What can you take from it?
- Be aware of your audience and medium.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does public context matter most?
- How do live media change conversations?
Another view
It assumes the speaker is unaware rather than intentional.
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