Pedro Piqueras has become a focal figure in the latest installment of Planet Road, joining adventurer Jesús Calleja for a firsthand look at life in the area long after the volcano’s eruption. The pair traveled to Palma to witness the ongoing aftermath and its impact on locals, daily routines, and the landscape itself.
In their travels, Calleja and Piqueras spent a day inside a bustling newsroom and visited the set of a new feature inspired by the region. As Calleja explored what a media partner from Mediaset endures each day, both men offered thoughtful reflections on the work and the experiences they share between production and presentation.
When the topic turned to Piqueras’s own long career in front of the cameras, the adventurer asked about his start in broadcasting. Piqueras recalled stepping into the spotlight back in October 1988, and noted that he is currently 67 years old.
With a light tone, Calleja teased Piqueras about retirement once the journalist confirmed his age. “Theoretically, yes,” the veteran broadcaster replied, joking that he has never quite felt ready to step away. He added with a smile that his job is more than work to him; it feels like a passion he loves, and leaving would require a real push from fate or necessity. The exchange underscored the mutual respect between colleagues who share a long history in the industry.
Back in La Palma, retirement became a recurrent theme, but Piqueras kept his stance clear. He said he has no plan to retire imminently and that he would miss reporting if a long break ever came, even if it meant stepping back for a period. The conversation highlighted a common sentiment among seasoned journalists: the pull of ongoing storytelling can be stronger than the lure of a quieter life, especially when the work remains meaningful and engaging.