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Monocle on Sunday

Monocle
Donald Trump
Christmas Markets
Australia
Christmas
Zurich
Ukraine
Helsinki
Marine Le Pen
India
Canada
Santa Claus
Holiday Parties
Paris
Climate Change
Airbnb
Syria
European Union
Kamala Harris
COP29
Finland

Our weekend programme comes live from Monocle’s radio studio in Zürich, where Tyler Brûlé and a panel of special-guest thought leaders discuss key topics in front of a studio audience.

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Latest Episodes

Emma Nelson is joined by Charles Hecker and Daniella Peled for a round-up of the week’s headlines. Plus: Tyler Brûlé joins us from Tokyo and Hannah Lucinda Smith brings us the latest from Turkey.

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Emma Nelson is joined by Vincent McAviney for a round-up of the week’s headlines. Plus: Tyler Brûlé reports from Lisbon and Lars Bevanger brings us the latest from Oslo.

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Tyler Brûlé is joined by Gorana Grgić and Adrien Garcia to review the weekend’s news, including an UNGA round-up. Plus: Guy de Launey in Ljubljana and Natalie Theodosi reports from Milan Fashion Week.

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Emma Nelson is joined by Alex von Tunzelmann and Charles Hecker to review the week’s news. We also hear from Petri Burtsoff in Ekenäs and Tyler Brûlé in Zürich.

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Recent Guests

David Schlesinger
Independent advisor and commentator on media journalism in China
Episode: The week’s news: from Beijing’s parade to Ankara’s railway ambitions
Hannah Lucinda-Smith
Monocle's correspondent in the region
Monocle
Episode: The week’s news: from Beijing’s parade to Ankara’s railway ambitions
Ed Stocker
Milan correspondent for Monocle
Monocle
Episode: The Monocle Shop in Merano turns 10, plus dispatches from Zürich and Helsinki
Terry Stiastny
Guest panelist and author
Episode: The Monocle Shop in Merano turns 10, plus dispatches from Zürich and Helsinki
David Bodanis
Guest panelist and author
Episode: The Monocle Shop in Merano turns 10, plus dispatches from Zürich and Helsinki
Petri Bertsov
Correspondent in Helsinki
Episode: The Monocle Shop in Merano turns 10, plus dispatches from Zürich and Helsinki
Simon Brooke
Journalist and Communications Consultant
Episode: The latest on Iran and views from San Sebastian and Bangkok
Rainbow Murray
Professor of Politics at Queen Mary University of London
Episode: The latest on Iran and views from San Sebastian and Bangkok
James Chambers
Monocle's Asia editor
Monocle
Episode: The latest on Iran and views from San Sebastian and Bangkok

Hosts

Tyler Brûlé
Host and Editorial Director at Monocle, known for his insights on global affairs and lifestyle.
Emma Nelson
Co-host and contributor from Zurich, involved in discussions on cultural topics and global events.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 168 ratings
  • New Song

    Love the show. Make sure I tune in every Sunday, since last year. However, the new theme song is terrible. Please go back to the original. Made the topics being covered more motivational. Keep up the great work though.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GSM4life
    United States17 days ago
  • Great way to see what is happening in the world!

    Fantastic fun to listen to this on Sunday, and hear what is going on in the world. NZ news is so inward looking and frankly poor journalism - fun to see a positive spin on things, and get news headlines in a far more fun and breezy way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davidr9528
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Journalists give answers that are out of touch

    There are often interesting conversations on the program, but what a strange response from the journalists on the 11 February program when it comes to the hostage-taking by an armed asylum-seeker. I think Tyler Brule‘s question as to why this event disappeared from the media at some point is more than justified. It shows once again that the issue of migration, which affects many people, is simply not wanted by many journalists and in many newsrooms. I would not want to be one of the hostages. B... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mb185
    Germany2 years ago
  • Magazine still great but…

    All the non political stuff is great but apart from that, the radio station is now just london centric and Left! And even if the interviewers and interviewees are not British you just KNOW they are just what you’d expect… liberal, city educated, wealthy, creative types but non physically productive (will make a nice carved knife with 1000 folded steel but will hate people who chop down trees)…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cwycu
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Increasingly, mind-numbingly woke opinions

    Used to love this show, the global perspectives were great, but lately it’s become as predictable as the mainstream media. The guests seem oblivious that their criticism of anything slightly conservative is bad. They constantly talk up how wonderful places like Japan, Switzerland, and Mexico are (completely homogenous societies) but demand we all be more woke and diverse.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BTBrulz
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

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There are opinions expressing disappointment over perceived bias and liberal leanings in discussions.
Feedback emphasizes the enjoyable blend of serious topics with light-hearted narratives, making it an ideal Sunday listen.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous tone that makes complex global issues accessible.
Some concerns have been noted regarding the relevance of certain local issues to international coverage, reflecting diverse listener expectations.
Many highlight the unique global perspectives and cultural insights as standout features.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#182
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#233
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#197
France/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#209
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#39
Russia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#45
Taiwan/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

World news with check-ins from Lisbon and Istanbul
Q: How is Istanbul faring without its mayor due to recent political issues?
While a replacement mayor is in place, the city faces infrastructure challenges and needs a master plan for development.
World news with check-ins from Lisbon and Istanbul
Q: What are President Erdoğan's plans for Turkey's constitution?
Erdoğan is discussing the need to redraft Turkey's constitution, aiming for more concentrated power and possibly enabling a third term.
World news with check-ins from Lisbon and Istanbul
Q: What can you tell us about the current situation in Poland as the presidential elections are taking place?
It's a very close race, with high turnout and the potential for the foreign vote to significantly impact the results.
Sunday round-up
Q: What's the impending trade relationship like between London and Washington?
There's certainly unease in all of the papers this morning regarding Trump's influence on UK policies, especially around trade deals and tariffs.
The week’s top stories
Q: How does water access influence urban development?
The guest highlights that without water access, cities cannot grow and innovate, making water quality central to urban living.

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Focused on providing a vibrant and intelligent take on global issues, the content tackles a broad spectrum of subjects including politics, international relations, art, and culture. Episodes feature a mix of live discussions with insightful guests sharing personal experiences and professional insights that illuminate current affairs from different regions around the world. Unique to the format is the engaging storytelling style that combines news with humor, often incorporating lively banter to keep topics relatable and enjoyable for listeners. This atmosphere creates a perfect blend of education and entertainment, making it a popular choice for audiences seeking a sophisticated yet approachable take on today's most pressing issues.

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2. Hannah Lucinda-Smith
3. Ed Stocker
4. Terry Stiastny
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6. Petri Bertsov
7. Simon Brooke
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