- Jean-Philippe Dion and Isabelle Racicot opened up about their early days as researchers.
- Both discussed the strong personalities of their former bosses.
- They explained what those experiences taught them.
- An engaging and candid conversation.
Bonsoir bonsoir! continues its summer season with a format that has been delighting viewers night after night. Hosted by Jean-Sébastien Girard, the late-night show keeps welcoming notable figures from the Quebec cultural scene, delivering discussions that are as entertaining as they are authentic. True to its mission, it shines a light on both established artists and the craftspeople who shape our culture.
In this most recent episode, Girard welcomed producer and host Jean-Philippe Dion as well as Isabelle Racicot. Well known to Quebec audiences, Racicot has led a brilliant radio career for many years, in addition to working in television and the music industry. During the interview, she also humorously spoke about her dream of someday becoming Governor General.
A common thread among the three
Before finding success on screen and behind the microphone, Jean-Philippe, Isabelle, and Jean-Sébastien all got their start as researchers.
Isabelle was working alongside Anne-Marie Losique, while Jean-Philippe was part of the team for Julie Snyder. The two guests offered responses that were as frank as they were humorous when asked about these two formidable women, with whom they learned the ropes before launching their own careers.
Demanding stars?
“Is there a link between Julie Snyder and Anne-Marie Losique?” asked Jean-Sébastien Girard.
“Well, I think it’s a similar temperament of women who dare. I used to receive calls at 2 a.m.,” Racicot replied.
“Ah, not me! Not me!” Jean-Philippe Dion exclaimed with a laugh, likely sarcasm.
“Sometimes, at 2 a.m., asking me for things, telling me I hadn’t done certain things. Then, no, that wasn’t the answer she wanted to hear,” Isabelle continued.
“Yes, but women… In fact, Julie, it was like this: There is no no. The word N-O doesn’t exist… you know. Find a way,” explained Jean-Philippe Dion.
“Exactly,” added Isabelle.
A Good School
“It was like… I want that person on the show or I’d like you to talk to me about this matter. Find a way to get there. But truly, it’s the best school, you know,” continued Jean-Philippe.
“Absolutely,” agreed Isabelle.
“That’s how you learn that the barriers are self-made. It’s not others. So let’s go, charge ahead!” concluded Jean-Philippe Dion.
Isabelle Racicot, however, stressed that Anne-Marie Losique helped open a major door for Quebec’s artistic community. Thanks to her work, many local personalities have had the opportunity to connect with the international circuit and conduct interviews with world-renowned stars.
A highly entertaining moment that offered a better understanding of the personalities of Julie Snyder and Anne-Marie Losique—two women known for their determination and for pushing the boundaries in television in their own distinctive way.
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