Most of your favourite Radio OAPs are actors, playing a script. The angelic way they sound is not who they are truly are. Once the mic is turned off, they go back to beast mode
Does that mean that many of them live fake lives? Well, if that is your interpretation, fine
Patience Ozokwo is a beautiful soul but the roles she plays portray her as a villain and she does it so well, so do your favourite OAPs who play the angel role so perfectly
Furthermore, they are humans. They have fears, problems, and some are even depressed but once the mic is turned on, they play the script, just for you. Such ones deserve commendation
An OAP was informed his father had died mid program and fans did not know, he finished the show and opened a floodgate of tears
So when looking for role models among OAPs, know that not all that glitters is gold.
Fake laughter, fake empathy, fake riches, fake emotions, fake humility
Some are gentle in real life but are tough on air, for the job
In search of role models? Be guided