With a different way of presenting the news and bringing the stories of the Guatemalans to the discussion table, Direct impact This May 20 celebrates its first anniversary, with the same commitment that marked its first broadcast.
Agile driving, thorough analysis and closeness with the audience have been pillars of the news. Alexis Ponce, together with a panelist team, breakd down every day, at 7:00 p.m., the most relevant issues for the country: from community matters, security and education to viral phenomena and popular culture. The formula: inform with emotion, clarity and depth.
Throughout more than 260 emissions, Direct impact It has consolidated as a different informative proposal, which connects with the viewer, generates criteria and puts on the table the issues that mark the course of the country.
Alexis Ponce, presenter of the news, recalled with emotion the first broadcast of the program, a project that started strongly and passion to offer the Guatemalan audience a different informative proposal.
“It has been a blessing to share with all the panelists and have the support of the entire production team, the people behind and make it possible for this program to be on the air, promptly, at 7:00 p.m. by Guatevisión,” he said.
Ponce stressed that this space meant the beginning of a new professional family, a stage full of learning and challenges, marked by the responsibility of bringing truthful and timely information every day to the Guatemalans.
Alexis Ponce with panelists provide perspective to citizens about the national situation. (Photo: Free Press / Byron Byza)
One year without pause: producer’s vision
Pablo Juárez, producer of Direct impactHe said that this first anniversary is the result of the effort of those who are in front and behind the cameras. He confessed that time has passed without noticing it, due to the intense rhythm of production and the delivery of the team.
“We have been so immersed in making production as well as possible to serve the audience well, that time has really passed. More than 200 broadcasts that have not felt, really,” he added.
Juarez recalled that one of the most memorable programs was a special broadcast held on December 18 in the central square.
“The truth is that it was a frantic day. We had never made a production of Direct impact Outside the set, and having the technical team there, moving from one place to another, was a challenge … and a success, ”he said.
With a team of cameramen, producers, reporters and panelist, direct impact arrives at their homes from Monday to Friday at 7 pm. (Photo: Free Press / Byron Byza)
How was born Direct impact?
Juarez explained that the project was born as a joint initiative between Free press and Guatevisiónwith the purpose of creating an innovative product, designed for the Guatemalans that every night, after 6:00 p.m., meet in front of the TV.
“We asked ourselves what would happen if, in addition to the news, we had a group of people who commented on them, to analyze them, open the debate and offer different perspectives,” he said. Thus he was born Direct impact: A proposal that informs, connects and form criteria.
DIRECT IMPACT: Teachings and memorable moments
Jheany Sojven, Junior Producer of the Informative, stressed that this first year has been a continuous learning process for panelists, production and editorial equipment. Throughout emissions, they have discovered what topics and approaches best connect with the audience.
“Direct impact It is a roller coaster of emotions. Each broadcast is full of suspense, but there are also deeply emotional notes. Each program is a completely unique experience, ”he said.
Panelists share their experiences
Stefany Gonzales, lawyer and panelist from the first program, described his participation as a unique and transformative experience. He pointed out that he helped him out of his comfort zone, since he has occasionally assumed the role of a presenter, in addition to providing his legal vision in the debates.
Among his most memorable moments, he mentioned the Special of the International Women’s Day and the programs dedicated to paranormal phenomena in Guatemala.
Giulio Talamonti, an expert in public security, described his participation as an exciting adventure. Consider that analyzing national reality daily allows social awareness and critical thinking.
“In the set we do a beautiful work: to think about people about national reality, from the analysis of the situation to the most controversial issues,” he said.
Panelists with different professions provide a unique perspective of the most important news of national events. (Photo: Free Press / Byron Byza)
Armando Mendoza, a criminal lawyer, proudly recalled that his first participation was on May 22. Since then, he has had the opportunity to express his professional vision on the facts of the country.
“This program has benefited us all, both panelists and the spectator, because it allows us to understand beyond news: why things, their motives, reasons and circumstances,” he said. Among the most prominent moments, he mentioned the case of the Farruko Pop content creator and other coverage on security issues.
Herman Galindo, internationalist, stressed that the program gives voice to the people from different perspectives and helps the viewer to form their own criteria. Nine months of its incorporation, he recalled as one of his favorite programs the special coverage on paranormal phenomena in a cemetery. He also highlighted Women’s Day for its reflective and emotional content.