Media Insigh
Media Insights: France Télévisions, Radio France, and More
In the dynamic landscape of French media, several prominent names continue to make headlines with their innovative initiatives and significant developments. This article explores the latest activities involving France Télévisions, Radio France, Marianne magazine, and other key players in the industry.
Parliamentary Hearings
On October 6, 2025, a notable event took place as the Culture, Education, Communication, and Sport Committee of the French Senate scheduled hearings for Delphine Ernotte Cunci, President of France Télévisions, alongside Sibyle Veil, President-Director General of Radio France. These sessions, set to commence on October 7 at 4 PM and continuing on October 8 at 9:30 AM, aim to delve into the strategic directions and operations of these influential media institutions.
Marianne’s Special Edition
Marianne magazine, published by CMI France, has decided to reprint its special edition titled “Un président en prison: le récit intégral du procès Sarkozy-Kadhafi,” which initially released on September 27. This expanded effort includes an additional print run of 30,000 copies, supplementing the original 45,000, reflecting significant public interest in this comprehensive account of a high-profile trial. Crafted by esteemed reporter Laurent Valdiguié, this 132-page issue captures 39 days of courtroom drama and will be available in newsstands for three months.
ICI’s Public Engagement Initiative
In an innovative move to engage the community ahead of the municipal elections scheduled for March 15 and 22, 2026, radio ICI, along with regional France Télévisions outlets, has launched a consultation project titled “Ma commune, mon maire et moi.” This initiative invites public participation through monthly thematic surveys accessible on ici.fr. The responses will be meticulously analyzed by Odoxa Institute, providing detailed insights at both national and regional levels. A comprehensive report complete with cartography is planned for release in March.
ACPM’s Geographical Certification
The APM (Association of Magazine Publishers) has introduced a new certification service that allows publishers to officially document the geographical distribution of their titles as part of administrative procedures. This service, accessible via the “Add Appendix” button under the Declarations section on their platform, enables requests for departmental appendices for regional press and national appendices for nationwide publications.
Libération’s Historical Edition
On October 9, 2025, Libération published a special edition titled “Le Libé des historien.nes,” coinciding with the Rendez-vous de l’histoire festival in Blois. This unique publication features contributions from over thirty historians offering their perspectives on current events, under the editorial leadership of historian Benjamin Stora.
TV5MONDE’s Entrepreneurial Contest
TV5MONDE is partnering with WeMake Productions to launch “Les Nouveaux Boss,” a panafrican audiovisual competition aimed at supporting entrepreneurs across the continent. This program, set for broadcast in over 200 countries and territories, will follow aspiring business leaders as they receive expert guidance on launching new ventures. Prime-time episodes are slated to begin airing by late 2025.
RMC Life’s Audience Growth
Between October 1 and 5, RMC Life (formerly Chérie 25) achieved a noteworthy audience share of 1.8% among the under-50 demographic, according to Médiamétrie data. This growth highlights the channel’s increasing appeal within this age group.
These developments reflect the vibrant and ever-evolving nature of France’s media landscape, where tradition meets innovation in engaging audiences across various platforms.