Our code of ethics

At Istorias Media, we're more than just a podcast and audiovisual production company — we're journalists, and educators. We believe in creating content that informs and makes a positive impact. Whether it's producing our own journalistic work, creating podcasts for others, or helping people better understand the media world, everything we do is guided by strong ethical principles.

As a company based in France, we adhere to French and EU laws for audiovisual production, but also regulations on press freedom, privacy, and protection against disinformation.

Independence and integrity

We tell stories with honesty and independence. No one — not advertisers, partners, or sponsors — dictates our editorial choices. Our work is driven by facts, curiosity, and the desire to give people information they can trust.

Accuracy matters

Getting the story right is our top priority. We take the time to fact-check, verify, and present information in a fair and balanced way. If we make a mistake, we own up to it and correct it as quickly and transparently as possible.

Transparency

We believe people have a right to know who funds our work and what influences might be at play. We're upfront about our partnerships and disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

Choosing ethical partners

When we produce podcasts for third parties, we only work with organizations that share our ethical values — those who respect human rights, equality, and democratic principles. We don't work with entities that spread hate speech, disinformation, or go against our core beliefs.

Media literacy

We want everyone to feel confident navigating the media landscape. Through workshops, educational projects, and public events, we help people develop critical thinking skills and better understand how media works.

Diversity and inclusion

Stories are richer when they include different perspectives. We're committed to amplifying underrepresented voices and making sure our productions reflect the diversity of society.

Environmental responsibility

We know our work has an impact on the planet, and we're doing our best to minimize it — from using eco-friendly practices in our productions to making conscious choices in our day-to-day operations.

Respecting privacy

We treat people's privacy with care. Whenever we feature individuals in our content, we seek their informed consent, especially when dealing with sensitive information.

How we stay accountable

Everyone who works with us — from our core team to freelance collaborators and partners — is expected to follow this code. We regularly review our practices to make sure we're living up to our commitments. If someone breaks these rules, we take action to address it.

Our promise

We're not perfect, but we're committed to doing our best. This Code of Ethics is our promise to our audience, our partners, and ourselves to create media that serves the public good, encourages dialogue, and strengthens democracy.