They tend to be open, engaging people who are happy to share personal stories.
However, there can be an occasional dance around asking their age. It’s usually a light waltz though, trying to make it inconsequential enough that they’re relaxed about the reveal.
It’s rare that they refuse.
Strictly not dancing
That did happen recently, during an interview with a local songwriter. A talented, articulate man, he was open about so many aspects of his life, but when it came to the numbers, his dance card was firmly shut.
This wasn’t vanity, he said, but a firm belief that that if they knew how old he was, the younger audience wouldn’t be interested in listening to what he produced.