He speaks about culture in News and other TVE programs, infusing charm into every line, enjoying the process and clarifying ideas with a touch of poetry, all because he believes in allowing that tempo. This distinctive style belongs to Carlos, a presenter born in Murcia in 1974, someone associated with the old school notion that television could be slow and deliberate. He asserts that he managed to bring that same pace to the interview zone of the program he hosted called Mathematics of the Mirror. The result is a rare blend of luxury and credibility, earning him an Ondas prize for best presenter. His deepest wish is that other broadcasters follow suit and entrust cultural journalism to those who care deeply about it, as he does.
He already has an Ondas for best presenter. It is hard to imagine the impact of that achievement.
When he walked through the gardens of the Albéniz Palace to meet the media, it felt almost unreal, a moment where appearances did not match inner certainty. He does not see himself as a lifelong emcee, and honestly he is still discovering what his true role might be.
Maybe a poet?
He is not sure. Yet he takes genuine pleasure in rewarding those who spread cultural knowledge, recognizing that information shared in such a way often faces unfair criticism from audiences. The remaining minutes belong to culture, and he feels privileged to contribute to a project loyal to cultural content. It feels meaningful to be counted among communicators who prioritize culture and to see that commitment acknowledged on a public stage.
I called him a poet because his introductions are richly detailed and he takes the time to explain things. On current television, everything is compressed, aimed at grabbing attention quickly. He believes his style is a luxury that the medium sometimes needs.
He explains that public television allows these explorations. It grants 35 minutes for the year-end recap on December 31, featuring voices from across the cultural spectrum. It enables the broadcast of a 13-minute exhibition segment and its export to the prominent reporting slot Informe Semanal. It even accommodates two and a half minutes of Miguel Hernandez’s Crónicas. He is steadily advocating for slow TV, a pace that invites reflection and enjoyment of culture rather than constant speed. There must be space for audiences to pause, think, and savor what the cultural landscape offers. This is a privilege he does not take lightly.
Moreover, it is rewarded.
Receiving recognition is not the goal, but it certainly fills him with pride. The accolade validates a persistent effort to elevate culture through television and to honor the people who contribute to that mission.
Then wouldn’t it be seen on a private channel or platform?
He dreams of broadcasters more closely connected to culture and believes they already exist. He wishes that happiness for his colleagues as well. When asked to produce segments for short spans, he imagines audiences remaining steady rather than dropping off. If there are program directors who understand that culture does not shrink viewer engagement on television, then it is a wager worth making.