Satellite Interviews

Watching interviews on TV news has show me that there is a problem with the satellite delay. That prompted this note to MSNBC: We need a new protocol for interviewers and interviewees when a satellite link is used. The satellite delay makes confusion inevitable. Many times I have heard both parties stop, wait for the other, then start talking at the same time. A polite way of signaling interruption is needed. Perhaps just saying "excuse me" and then waiting for the words to reach the other person, for them to recognize the request and to stop talking. The interruptor can then begin talking. This may be more difficult for some than others, (No names, but the initials are Chris Matthews :-} ) Signal lights could also be used, but the interruptor still needs to wait.