Stories Told Through Sound: A Conversation with Christophe Laury

This conversation bridges two remarkable careers. Jim Bratton brings decades of experience as a professional voice artist and interviewer, while Christophe Laury reflects on a lifetime in French radio—from national broadcasting to station leadership and syndicated programming. Together they explore how technology has changed the business, why authenticity still matters, and what it means to build a career around. You tube at https://youtu.be/nYdGixeYJbQ

On the fly translation by Catherine Stroud

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Christophe Laury is a prominent figure in French radio.
He began his career in music radio, gaining recognition as a host on the national network Europe 2 in 1994, where he notably worked on entertainment programs.

• He subsequently pursued a career in management, becoming the General Manager of Radio Monaco. Under his leadership, the station strengthened its positioning by blending music, news, and local programming tailored to the French Riviera and the Principality of Monaco.

• After leaving Radio Monaco in 2015, he joined the production studio Maxi L'Air, where he created and hosted syndicated programs for numerous local radio stations in France and the French-speaking world.

• He also continues to host music-focused shows—such as *La Playlist Vintage*—as well as classical music and jazz programs broadcast on various partner stations.

Christophe Laury is best known in the radio industry for his experience as a host, music programmer, and station executive.