Welsh language version of the internationally acclaimed series The A-Talks (also known as “The Assembly”) - where a group of 30 autistic, neurodivergent and/or learning-disabled interviewers will question well-known figures without any restrictions.The show's format is an adaptation of the French series Les Rencontres du Papotin, created by Kiosco TV and Quad Ten and distributed by CAN’T STOP Media. Since its launch on France 2 in 2022, it has been broadcast in 13 countries including Australia, Spain, Brazil, the Netherlands, Singapore and Norway, with a further eight - including Wales – preparing to launch their own versions.
The purpose of the series is to give the neurodivergent community a well-deserved platform.
Siwan Haf, Cwmni Da series producer for Y Cyfweliad, said:
“Having watched and enjoyed The Assembly, it’s a privilege to get the opportunity to produce the Welsh language version of this special format.”
Llinos Wynne, S4C’s Head of Docs and Specialist Factual, added:
“I’m incredibly proud to have commissioned Y Cyfweliad for S4C. It’s a truly unique chat show, and one I’m genuinely passionate about. Unlike many others, the guests aren’t there to promote themselves and their work or to push any agenda. The real joy comes from the natural moments that go from deeply personal reflections to wonderfully mundane conversations, like waiting for the bus!
“This is a series that’s inclusive, refreshingly honest, and approaches disability with warmth, humour and authenticity.”