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ARD Sets 2026 'ttt' Co-Host Casting and Pilots 'ttt Talk' in December

MDR leads a consensus search that prioritizes cultural credibility over social media reach.

Overview

  • A final casting in the first half of 2026 will choose a co-host to join Siham El-Maimouni, with the new presenter expected on air after the 2026 summer break as El-Maimouni remains lead.
  • A pool of candidates is already in place after a summer call for applications, supplemented by editorial outreach.
  • Six ARD broadcasters will make the appointment by consensus under MDR coordination, and each has veto rights.
  • 'ttt Talk' will be recorded on December 2 at the Bauhaus Dessau with Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer and will air on December 7 at 23:35 after a regular edition, with excerpts shared on social channels and in the Audiothek.
  • A 'ttt' reportage series on culture and society is being developed for a 2026 launch, with SWR joining the participating stations.