During her Saturday evening show Quelle époque ! on France 2, Léa Salamé welcomed Laurent Ruquier as a special guest. This marked Ruquier's first appearance on Salamé's new program since it launched in September 2022. The appearance came after their co-hosted show On est en direct ended four years earlier. Ruquier expressed that it felt strange to be back on the set, indicating the significance of the moment. Ruquier also addressed rumors of a disagreement between him and Salamé. He clarified that they had never been upset with each other, emphasizing that their professional relationship remained amicable. He mentioned that during his time on On n’est pas couché, a popular late-night talk show, he preferred working with Yann Moix and Salamé. This preference was not just professional but also personal, as he would only dine with them after the show. Ruquier contrasted this with his experiences working with other co-hosts such as Éric Zemmour, Alain Naulleau, Aymeric Caron, and Natacha Polony. He noted that he did not share the same level of personal connection with them, which influenced his choice of dining companions. This distinction highlights the unique dynamic he had with Salamé and Moix. The guest appearance on Quelle époque ! seemed to signify a reconciliation of sorts between Ruquier and Salamé, despite the time that had passed since they last worked together. Their interaction on the show offered a glimpse into their past collaboration and the respect they still hold for each other in the media industry.