Thank You, You're Welcome: Have you ever noticed that folks being interviewed by reporters never, and I mean never say "you're welcome" in response to a "thank you" by the interviewer. The person almost always responds by thanking the reporter in kind. Well, a "thank you" is better than no response, but why doesn't anyone say "you're welcome?"

I suspect that in many cases, the person being interviewed sought the interview. They feel obligated to thank the reporter for granting the interview. What do they get in return, publicity, recognition as an "expert" in whatever subject is being discussed? They often get a free advertisement for their book, blog, website or the company/organization to which they belong. Even the reporters advertise each others books when they interview themselves, which is a pet peeve I've already written about.

Just once, I'd like to hear someone answer "you're welcome" when thanked by a reporter so I can have the perception that the interviewer's responses are genuine even if they are in fact trying to get some sort of publicity.

Magobrillo