Rai’s Summer Strategy: Fresh Content Takes Center Stage

Rai’s summer schedule for 2025 signals a strategic pivot. According to Maurizio Imbriale, director of Distribution at rai, the network is committed to delivering more original content and live programming across its channels. This initiative aims to keep audiences engaged throughout the summer months with fresh, internally produced shows.

Highlights on Rai 1: Extended Favorites and New Additions

Rai 1, the flagship channel, is set to offer a mix of returning favorites and exciting new programs:

• ‘Your business’ Extended Run: Stefano De Martino‘s popular prime-time access show will continue until June 28th, a departure from previous years where it concluded earlier in June.
• ‘Unoma Summer’ Refresh: Alessandro Greco returns to host,this time joined by Carolina Rey.
• ‘Live Life Summer’ changes: Gianluca Semprini will be supported by Greta Mauro.
• daytime Staples: ‘Camper’ and ‘Travel Camper’ are confirmed to return.
• New soap Opera: The Spanish soap opera ‘Ritoro to the Sabinas’ will fill the afternoon slot, airing until August 8th.
• ‘Chain Reaction’ Returns: Pino I teach will host a revamped version of ‘Chain Reaction’ starting June 8th.

Prime Time Entertainment on Rai 1

Prime time on Rai 1 will feature a new game show and special programming:

• ‘Who Can Beat Us?’: Hosted by marco Liorni, this new game show will air from June 7th to 21st.
• ‘Ulisse’ Special on Hiroshima: On june 16th,Alberto Angela will present a special edition of ‘Ulisse’ commemorating the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This somber reflection comes at a time when global discussions on nuclear disarmament are increasingly relevant.
• ‘Noos‘ Returns: Alberto Angela will then return with a new cycle of ‘Noos’ starting June 23rd.
• ‘Tim Summer Hits’: Carlo Conti and Andrea Delogu will host the ‘Tim Summer Hits’ from June 13th to July 4th.
• ‘A Voice for Padre Pio’: Mara Venier will host ‘A Voice for Padre Pio’ on August 3rd.
• ‘Game of the Heart’: Eleonora Daniele will host ‘Game of the Heart’ on July 15th.

Rai 2: A Cinematic Summer

Rai 2 will heavily feature cinema in prime time, showcasing several premieres. In addition to films, Rai 2 will introduce:

• ‘Laugh’: A new comedy show hosted by Pino Tegno and Roberto Ciufoli, focusing on jokes.
• ‘The Night of the snakes’: The concert celebrating Abruzzo culture, conceived by Enrico melozzi, will air on August 19th.

Rai 3: In-Depth Programming and Crime Stories

Rai 3 will offer thought-provoking and immersive content:

• ‘Dilemmas’ and ‘Philoroxy’: Gianrico Carofiglio’s ‘Dilemmas’ and ‘Philoroxy’ will air in prime time starting June 9th.
• ‘Kilimangiaro on the Road’: Camila Raznovich will present ‘Kilimangiaro on the Road’ on Tuesdays in the early evening from June 24th to the end of July.
• ‘Case‘: Stefano Nazzi’s crime program will debut on August 13th.