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The Globalist

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Donald Trump
United States
Ukraine
Russia
European Union
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China
Taiwan
Japan
NATO
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Israel
Greenland
World Economic Forum
Cuba
Australia
Colombia
World Government Summit
Munich Security Conference 2026

Monocle’s unrivalled coverage of news and current affairs kicks off on weekdays with ‘The Globalist’ at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Anchored from London and Zürich, join our editors for insight and opinion on the big current affairs and business stories of the day and a review of the European front pages. Nominated for Best Daily Podcast in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.

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We head to Kyiv, Seoul for the critical sticking points ahead of international leaders’ sideline meetings with Trump at the UN General Assembly. Then: the winners of the new European defense dream and the Lucas Museum opens in Los Angeles.

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Donald Trump prepares to meet with Gulf leaders in New York, Russians head to the polls and the Asian Games begin in Japan. Plus: London Fashion Week and what happens to cultural institutions when national leadership changes.

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Europe’s military leaders gather in Prague to talk defence and co-operation. And: We go behind the scenes of the UN secretary-general race. Plus: A recap of the Arab Media Summit, aviation news and What We Learned this week.

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Canada’s prime minister speaks to the European Parliament and the former president of Kosovo, Hashim Thaçi, is jailed for war crimes. Plus: Jaguar Land Rover plans to sell its Defender to Nato and Zürich Design Week begins.

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Recent Guests

Inder Maam Rashid
Monocle's Gulf correspondent
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Freddie Fullston
Freelance journalist at Bloomberg and The Times, paper reviewer
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Petri Berthsov
Monocle's reporter on Helsinki Design Week
Monocle
Episode: Co-operate or isolate the far right? Sweden’s election on a knife-edge
Aliona Hlivco
Founder and CEO at St. James Foreign Policy Group
St. James Foreign Policy Group
Episode: On the ground in Dallas, Ukraine and Ceuta
Mark Neville
Photographer based in Ukraine, exhibiting work in Los Angeles
Independent photographer
Episode: On the ground in Dallas, Ukraine and Ceuta
Kamelia Sheheb
Monocle correspondent in Ceuta
Monocle
Episode: On the ground in Dallas, Ukraine and Ceuta
Jeyup Kwak
Monocle correspondent, now based in Tokyo
Monocle
Episode: On the ground in Dallas, Ukraine and Ceuta
Alexandre Couchner
Political analyst and journalist
ADEAN Le Shift
Episode: On the ground in Dallas, Ukraine and Ceuta
Jarosław Adamowski
Poland correspondent for Defense News
Defense News
Episode: Poland showcases greater defence clout at MSPO fair, with Canada the star partner

Hosts

Georgina Godwin
Host with deep coverage of global affairs and anchor presence across episodes.
Emma Nelson
Co-host and journalist with expertise across international politics and culture.
Fenella Sweeney
Co-host; regular continuity and on-the-ground reporting.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 839 ratings
  • Good for general overview but one moderator lacks depth

    The main reason I listen to this is to get the general overview on as many topics as possible. What puts me off is that one moderator comes across as naive or is out of her depth even as she seeks to lead guests down her fixed political line. Aside from that, I like the range.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LvdTeich
    Germany5 months ago
  • Curate’s egg

    This can be really good- but Latina Burke is just that!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BradyDaSilveira
    Australiaa year ago
  • Required listening

    I listen everyday. Monocle is lifeblood. Georgina Godwin is easily the most underrated and greatest host of all time.

    Andrew Mueller is also extremely good!

    Listen. Learn. Get smarter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ1966pgh
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good but also buys the pitch

    While this podcast’s team does bring some excellent guests to cover a wide spectrum of topics, they repeat some of the political rhetoric and terminology spewed by certain segments of the political right. If the producers could fix that, The Globalist would make for a more balanced listen.

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    gregblake
    Canadaa year ago
  • Subpar

    Unfortunately there is no escape from biased news reporting. I listen to get a full spectrum view of global news, but it can be challenging at times to get through. Some of the segments have blatant bias in commentary, where reporters put zero to nil effort in substantiating the premises, and just assume the audience will accept their position without question. The host does a better job of masking her leaning on events, which I appreciate

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    Blaggarth
    United Statesa year ago

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A portion of feedback calls for more balanced perspectives and critique of bias.
High-quality guests and on-the-ground reporting are frequently praised.
Some critics point to perceived bias or slant in commentary.
Listeners value the global scope and variety of topics covered.

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#182
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#60
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#100
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#210
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#66
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#100
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why is Israeli settler violence a public relations problem for the US?
Q: What impact does media like Fox News have on the White House's strategy and on public perception ahead of elections?
Media outlets' editorial decisions can create rifts with the administration, influencing how messages are presented and which voices are amplified, especially as audiences shift to other networks.
Why is Israeli settler violence a public relations problem for the US?
Q: How organized and unified is the Western response to the evolving security situation around Israel and the West Bank?
Experts suggest there is a complex, sometimes uneasy, unity; domestic political pressures in Israel and international scrutiny shape the alignment, with potential shifts depending on coalition changes.
On the ground in Dallas, Ukraine and Ceuta
Q: Do you think this is going to work for Donald Trump and energize his base?
Analysts suggest it could energize voters in Texas and similar states, especially where candidates are aligned with Trump, but effectiveness depends on district dynamics and turnout.
Poland showcases greater defence clout at MSPO fair, with Canada the star partner
Q: Vincent, how is Canada planning to sustain its defence spending growth, and where does Poland fit into that strategy?
Canada has reached 2% of GDP on defence and sees the MSPO platform as a way to expand its industrial base and partnerships in Europe, while Poland pursues a 5% GDP defence budget with EU financing to enable production and potential exports, creating complementary regional dynamics.
Poland showcases greater defence clout at MSPO fair, with Canada the star partner
Q: Vincent, why does Canada have such a large presence there? What's the deal between Poland and Canada?
Canada's large MSPO footprint reflects a strategic move to bolster defence export ties with Poland and wider Europe, leveraging its 80-company delegation and ministerial presence to build partnerships around a diversified supply chain, including counter-drone systems and aircraft.

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What is The Globalist about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers a global, issue-driven view of current affairs with on-the-ground reporting from multiple regions, anchored by a core team of editors who synthesize geopolitics, economics, and culture into concise briefings. Episodes weave between regional conflicts, energy security, and macroeconomics, while also featuring culture, design, and luxury markets segments to provide a broad, worldly perspective. Noteworthy is the consistent blend of on-site reporting, expert commentary, and cross-border context, which helps listeners understand how distant events connect to everyday life and business outcomes. This makes it particularly useful for decision-makers who need rapid, comprehensive international briefing and diverse perspectives in o... more

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2. Freddie Fullston
3. Petri Berthsov
4. Aliona Hlivco
5. Mark Neville
6. Kamelia Sheheb
7. Jeyup Kwak
8. Alexandre Couchner

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