Ketty Garat Moves from ABC to Cuatro, Sparking Debate on Program's New Direction

Ketty Garat Jumps from ABC to Cuatro, Reigniting Program Debate

Ketty Garat, deputy director of ABC, appeared on Horizonte to unreservedly praise “journalism that takes risks to tell the truth,” stating it's an honor to be part of it. The remark, coming from an executive at a leading newspaper, encapsulates the shift in a program that began looking at the stars and now focuses on current political affairs. The core issue isn't the guest, but the direction of the show that hosted her.

What is Horizonte and Why Has It Changed So Much

Horizonte is Iker Jiménez's program on Cuatro, airing at 9:40 PM with Carmen Porter as co-host. What was once a space for mysteries and strange phenomena has transformed into a current affairs discussion panel antiestéticaturing contributors from media outlets like ABC and OkDiario. During the so-called 'Gran Noche' (Big Night), guests included Jorge Calabrés, Eduardo Inda, Miquel Giménez, and General Dávila, among others. From the 'ship of mystery' to a parlor gathering.

Audience's Own Diagnosis: Less Rigor, More Joking

A significant portion of the most loyal audience has voiced concerns. Critics argue the tone has devolved into laughter, jokes, and easy quips, with panelists seeming detached rather than engaged. The most common diagnosis: the only one maintaining seriousness is contributor Olmo. The demotion of collaborator Bea Talegón to editorial tasks has also been seen as a symptom. The discontent isn't external; it comes from those who watched daily.

Cleavage as an Audience Draw

Some of the attention the program receives isn't about politics. It's about the appearance of its guests, their physical presence on screen. This is an old television audience-grabbing tactic—the visual lure—and it adds no substance to the discussion. For a show that prides itself on persistent reporting to rely on this says a lot about its current trajectory.

Where is Horizonte Headed if PP and VOX Govern?

In the scenario already being discussed, a change in government would likely shift the program's focus back towards UFOs, crimes, and foreign wars, and geopolitical conspiracies: the territory that always brought it ratings and avoids domestic issues. Nothing is certain. However, this hypothesis aligns with the drift being discussed both inside and outside the studio. With the programming in flux, two paths remain: regaining the rigor demanded by some of its audience or raising the stakes. A prediction with reservations: the latter is cheaper and generates more headlines.