If we were all to reveal the inner thoughts we've had throughout our lives, chances are we would have no friends, partners and more than likely be serving or have done time.
Sometimes keeping schtum serves everyone best.
The timing and language used along with the way the interview developed give the impression he didn't go through a damascene conversion either,even if he did express some disgust at the way he reacted.
Have a feeling that although this has generated a lot of discussion nothing positive will come from it.