just for the sake of clarification. I will tell you why I said what I said.
I have no problem or issue with the subject matter. former ISI chief Durrani an interview with hard talk lady in channel 4.
it was full blooded , no nonsense interview but done with grace. but when same guest appeared on Al Jazera.. this host was taunting him and making mocking remarks which more suited a stand up comedian in a locla bar rather than a program host of an international mainstream news channel.
there is a difference between being an arse and a forceful and effective host (I have seen few of his programs , now I quickly switch whenever I see him).
watch Jeremy Paxman, David dimbleby, Larry King or even our very own Talat Hussain... they are not pests, they dont interrupt even before the the other person started to answer. they force their point .
this guy on the other hand has to finish a given quota of words in 30 seconds like a radio commercial. I am indifferent towards the guests or this guest for that matter. difference of opinion is fine, cornering is also fine but there are people I quoted that do it with class and style. he is just a glorified troll and loves the sound of his own voice.
all this is my own opinion. I am sure even if I get to listen to him something I completely endorse and agree .. he will make me cringe and switch the channel.