The program is hosted by Mercedes Remedi, who holds a bachelor’s degree in Advertising Communication, and Matías Ferrando Trenchi, a senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Audiovisual Communication at the School of Communication and Design at Universidad ORT Uruguay.
Where Is This Taking Us?, one of Uruguay's most popular podcasts
With a new episode every Friday, Mer and Lechu (as the hosts call themselves) explore different topics based on a weekly theme that changes each week. With a spontaneous and authentic approach, they tackle subjects that might otherwise be considered taboo or uncomfortable.
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What has made this podcast stand out is that, as its hosts themselves point out, it’s “about everything and nothing.” Through a wide-ranging mix of topics—from death to profanity, the gastrointestinal adventure of a Lego head, robotics, and even a 70th birthday party in Bolivia—Mer and Lechu offer a unique perspective on the world around us, weaving together identity and empathy.
The variety of topics and the hosts' ability to steer the conversation into unexpected directions has made Where Does This Take Us into a thought-provoking entertainment program that can be enjoyed at any time of day.
Since its first week on the air, *A dónde nos lleva esto* has caused quite a stir among podcast lovers in Uruguay. In an interview with Montevideo Portal, the hosts—surprised by their success—attribute their popularity to the positive intent that guides each of their episodes.
In March 2023, as reported by Infobae, the show reached the top 10 of the most listened-to Uruguayan podcasts.
Anyone interested in learning more about the hosts or the topics they cover on their podcast can visit their Instagram account @adondenosllevaestopodcast.
Check out some of the highlights from Where Is This Taking Us: