New testimonies have surfaced in the investigation conducted by Télérama.
One of the personalities from “Télématin” has come under fire with allegations of inappropriate behavior behind the scenes of the show. In an inquiry by Telerama, several colleagues and former associates are speaking out once morest Thomas Sotto.
His professional approach and conduct are being criticized. A former staff member recalled: “We would arrange for a guest, approved by the editor-in-chief, only for Thomas Sotto to request cancellation. There is disrespect on his part, a cold anger, he belittles the work.” Another former producer of the show also remembered: “I would come to work with a knot in my stomach. I even considered changing jobs.“
In Tele-Leisure, a new witness, described as “a source close to the case” by the media, testifies: “He is very demanding and can have outbursts. I have witnessed him humiliate panelists during debriefings. We had a producer specifically in charge of the ‘4 Vérités’ segment, very experienced. She left due to burnout following two months because of him. And she is not the only one. Many have left because of him, others refuse to work with him, and there are those he has blacklisted.“
A former coworker disclosed to our colleagues: “Thomas Sotto often had mood swings. Initially, it was quite destabilizing, but eventually you learned to deal with it.“
Read also: “Disrespect, cold anger”: Thomas Sotto’s behavior under scrutiny
In his response to Telerama, the journalist defended himself by explaining: “I want us to give our best efforts. If we fail, it’s okay. What I dislike is when we don’t even try. Do I put pressure on the teams? Yes, probably, because that’s part of my job (…) In the past, my debriefings might be too harsh, but I have since made amends and corrected the situation over the past two years.” However, he admitted: “Yes, I can be demanding, whether in a good or bad mood. I am very straightforward and I communicate things directly.“
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New Testimonies Surface Against Thomas Sotto in Télérama Investigation
Overview
In a recent investigation conducted by Télérama, new testimonies have emerged once morest Thomas Sotto, one of the prominent faces of the television show “Télématin”. Several colleagues and former collaborators have come forward to shed light on Sotto’s alleged excessive behavior behind the scenes of the show.
Allegations Against Thomas Sotto
According to the testimonies gathered by Télérama, Sotto’s working method and behavior have come under scrutiny. One former employee recounted the experience of working with Sotto, stating, “We book a guest, which the editor-in-chief approves, but then we cancel at the request of Thomas Sotto. There is disrespect on his part, cold anger, he denigrates the work.” Another former programmer from the show expressed feeling intense anxiety while working with Sotto, contemplating changing jobs as a result of the hostile work environment.
Additional Testimonies
Tele-Leisure shared a new testimony from a source close to the case, describing Sotto as “very difficult” and prone to having crises. The source mentioned witnessing Sotto humiliate columnists during debriefing conferences, leading to burnout and resignations among colleagues. Many individuals reportedly chose to leave their positions due to Sotto’s behavior or were unwilling to collaborate with him following negative experiences.
Thomas Sotto’s Response
In response to the allegations, Thomas Sotto defended himself in an interview with Télérama. While acknowledging his demanding nature, Sotto emphasized his commitment to improvement, stating, “I want us to play the ball. And if we lose, it doesn’t matter. What I don’t like is when we haven’t tried.” Sotto admitted to being frank and straightforward in his communication style but acknowledged past mistakes and efforts to rectify his approach.
Conclusion
The testimonies gathered by Télérama present a complex portrayal of Thomas Sotto’s behavior behind the scenes of “Télématin”. As the investigation unfolds, it remains essential to consider the diverse perspectives and experiences shared by colleagues and collaborators working closely with Sotto.
