Trump Calls The BBC

In this episode of Newscast, Gary O'Donoghue shares his experience of conducting an interview with Donald Trump, which he initially thought would not happen. After successfully arranging the interview about the anniversary of a previous assassination attempt on Trump, O'Donoghue describes the surreal aspect of waking up to the White House calling and even hanging up on Trump before the conversation began.

During the interview, Trump reflected on his survival after the assassination attempt, expressing a desire not to dwell on the incident due to its potential psychological impact. He discussed his relationships with world leaders, noting that they treat him differently now compared to his first term. Trump expressed disappointment in Vladimir Putin, acknowledging having been close to deals with him but feeling let down by recent actions.

The episode covers various topics including World Events, NATO, Brexit, and Trump's legacy. He thinks very highly of the UK and feels there is a special relationship between the US and the UK, despite expressing that Britain has not fully capitalized on Brexit. O'Donoghue also analyzes Trump's communication style and how his interview approach was designed to elicit insights without confrontation. The episode ends with reflections on the nature of Trump's thoughts on trust, suggesting that he feels lonely due to his distrust of those around him.