Risto Mejide rose to fame on television as a talent show judge, where he was known for his strong and honest criticism. One of the most famous things he has done is the program ‘Got Talent Spain’, where he was part of the judges for several seasons. However, recently it was surprised by announce that they are considering abandoning the form.
On the show ‘Demos: The Big Poll’, the popular presenter and broadcaster revealed that he is no longer interested in continuing as a judge in talent shows. “As a talent show jury my days are numbered. “I don’t want to continue anymore,” he said in front of the media, although these kinds of programs were very important at the beginning of his career, Mejide has confirmed that next year will be the last year for him to appear.
This change in his work responds to the professional evolution he has experienced in recent years. “Something that I really like, and that I got because of ‘Everything’s a Lie’ and ‘Chester’, is listening”he said. These programs, based on dialogue, have allowed him to develop another aspect that he now wants to explore in depth.
Mejide explained that he “feels more free to judge than to listen,” which explains why he wanted to listen when he was listening. where you can practice “active listening”. After 18 years in television, he says he is ready to face this new challenge that prioritizes dialogue and empathy, seeking to reinvent himself and remain connected to the medium in different ways.
