Podcast Episodes

The Gulf states look towards a joint defensive strategy at the 46th GCC summit

As Gulf leaders convene for the 46th GCC summit during a tense time for the region, we discuss what role the US could play in a joint defence plan. P…

4 months ago

LVMH and Armani appoint new boards, and the far right in South America

Luxury fashion groups LVMH and Armani look to the future as they shuffle their boards. Plus: what can recent elections tell us about the state of the…

4 months ago

Macron hosts Zelensky in Paris as Nato signals a more ‘aggressive’ stance

Foreign editor Alexis Self discusses a ‘pivotal week’ for diplomacy as Macron and Zelensky meet in Paris. Plus: a documentary about Pulitzer-winning …

4 months ago

Viktor Orban meets with Putin as Ukraine’s corruption scandal worsens

As Hungary’s prime minister travels to Moscow for talks on Ukraine, Zelensky’s top aid is investigated for corruption. 

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4 months ago

Macron unveils military service plan to counter Russian threat

Emmanuel Macron details a new plan for voluntary military service in France. Plus: Highlights from The Monocle Weekender in Abu Dhabi and The Global …

4 months, 1 week ago

US accused of acting for Kremlin and how to move a national archive

Reports confirm the original US peace deal for Ukraine as being lifted from a Russian document after Steve Witkoff’s leaked call with a Kremlin negot…

4 months, 1 week ago

Shifting demographics threaten Europe and the latest urbanism news

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) warns changing demographics in Europe threaten its economic stability. We talk to the EBR…

4 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine peace talks in Geneva gain momentum – can a Russia-friendly deal be reached?

We unpack the latest on Ukraine's peace talks in Geneva – will Russia ever be satisfied with the outcome? Also on the programme: Fernando Augusto Pac…

4 months, 1 week ago

A peace plan for Ukraine, Italy braces for Moody’s rating and Prague’s Mucha Museum

The full US peace plan for Ukraine is revealed, Italy braces for a potential upgrade by Moody’s after years of stagnation and we meet Marcus Mucha, e…

4 months, 1 week ago

Europe’s balancing act between the US and China. Plus: Monocle’s new December/January issue

Author and commentator David Marsh on whether France and Germany can still be the engine of Europe. Plus: Monocle’s editors discuss the new December/…

4 months, 2 weeks ago