Cristina Pardo to host new Antena 3 program ‘La Mesa’

Journalist Cristina Pardo will host ‘La Mesa’, a new weekly current affairs program scheduled for the prime time slot on Antena 3 for the 2026/2027 television season. This move marks a significant professional transition for Pardo, who has spent twenty years at laSexta hosting programs such as ‘Liarla Pardo’ and ‘Más Vale Tarde’.

Atresmedia describes the show as one of its primary current affairs bets. Rather than a traditional talk show or a simple succession of interviews, ‘La Mesa’ is intended to be a live space that combines information with entertainment. The program aims to go beyond basic news reporting by bringing in the protagonists of current events to provide different perspectives and depth through conversation, rigor, and spontaneity.

Pardo has expressed a mix of excitement and nervousness regarding the new project, noting the challenges of launching a format from scratch. While a specific premiere date has not yet been announced, the program is positioned as a key component of the network's upcoming programming strategy.