I mean I know it's a Q&A format but it just seems like these interviewers don't even listen to the person they're interviewing.
It's a minor distinction, but the situation you describe is why I insist on labeling such things as Q&As rather than interviews, since they are usually conducted via email without the opportunity for interactivity or follow-ups.
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