Eva Jinek’s ‘Avocado Record’ Redefines Talk Show Norms in the Netherlands Amidst Initial Criticism

Eva presents her talk show in the middle, as if in the ‘avocado pit’, of an oval table. And although some viewers said this situation was uncomfortable at first, Rob now thinks it was a smart move. He notes that the ‘avocado table’ has even created a real first in the world of Dutch talk shows. According to Rob, Eva’s position actually eliminates the need for a table in a talk show for the first time, “Because the shape of that table ensures that she sits one on one with the her guests,” Rob explains. “You can’t engage at all if you’re sitting on the other side of the table and Eva is sitting with her back to you.”

Rob praises Eva for this. “Because she has actually been the first in the Netherlands to create a talk show without the benefit of a display board.

Luuk Ikink said: “So really what Humberto is looking for is to participate in the discussion at the table. to do that is no longer necessary.” According to Luuk, it’s also working out well: “It won’t do her any harm, because it’s a really fun and good program.”

However, Luuk believes that the ‘avocado menu’ is not equally suitable for all guests.

He mentions Gerard Joling as an example. “It really needs the coziness of a traditional talk show schedule to succeed. It probably won’t do well at Eva Jinek’s avocado table.” According to Luuk, Eva is now ensuring that there is enough ‘diversity in the country of talk shows’ with her talk show. “It’s nice that it’s not another talk show that’s the same thing over and over again. It brings something new.”

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