The Globalist
Monocle
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.
Location:
London, United Kingdom
Networks:
Monocle
Description:
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.
Language:
English
Contact:
Midori House, 1 Dorset Street, London, W1U 4EG, UK +44 20 7725 4388
Email:
info@monocle.com
Episodes
Death toll rises in Morocco as youth protests continue to rock the country
10/3/2025
As demonstrations against Morocco’s government enter their sixth day, we discuss the politics at play.
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Duration:00:58:59
The US government shuts down: what next?
10/2/2025
As Congress fails to reach an agreement to prevent a government shutdown, we discuss the politics and consequences at play. Plus: the latest on the Global Sumud Flotilla, the blueberry market in Zimbabwe and remembering Jane Goodall
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Duration:00:58:37
Key EU leaders meet in Copenhagen to discuss drone security and Ukraine’s path to EU accession
10/1/2025
EU leaders gather in Copenhagen following a wave of mysterious drone incursions. Then: a litmus test from Madagascar as the island nation’s president dissolves the government. Plus: ‘La Galerie du 19M Tokyo’ exhibition by Chanel.
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Duration:00:58:52
Is China serious about attracting foreign workers or toying with the US?
9/30/2025
China is launching a new K visa for skilled workers. We explore the country’s plan to attract the best foreign talent and whether Indian students rejected by the US will take the bait.
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Duration:00:58:58
The aftermath of New York’s UNGA, from Iran to Israel
9/29/2025
What a week of diplomacy and speeches in New York means in the Middle East. Plus: Moldova’s PSA party has won a crucial election billed as a choice between the EU and Moscow. And: China inaugurates the world’s tallest bridge.
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Duration:00:58:58
The most important election in Moldova’s history?
9/26/2025
The latest from Chisinau ahead of Moldova's parliamentary elections. Then: How will Taiwan recover from the devastating effects of Typhoon Ragasa? Plus: Milan Fashion Week and a flick through the new issue of Monocle.
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Duration:00:58:52
As Russia continues to test Nato’s resolve, how should it respond?
9/25/2025
As Putin’s drone incursions into Europe continue, we discuss how Nato might respond. Plus: Tensions in Lebanon over a Beirut tourist site, Nasa's first flight to the Moon in 50 years and speciality coffee in Tokyo.
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Duration:00:58:34
Trump attacks the UN, Hong Kong braces for super typhoon Ragasa and falcons on planes
9/24/2025
Donald Trump hits out at the United Nations, the strongest storm of the year nears Hong Kong and falconry season is back in the Gulf. Plus: Vatican news and more.
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Duration:00:59:00
France formally recognises Palestinian statehood and the effects of Trump's tariffs on Switzerland
9/23/2025
Live from Zürich: The latest from the first day of the UNGA. Rahul Sahgal, Swiss AmCham’s CEO, unpacks how Washington’s tariffs are affecting Bern. Plus: Highlights from London Fashion Week.
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Duration:00:59:35
The UK, Canada and Australia recognise a Palestinian state as leaders meet for the UNGA
9/22/2025
As Israel reacts to the news that Palestine has been recognised by key allies, leaders meet for the UN General Assembly. Then: Taiwan’s defence show, culture news and a training exercise by US Marines.
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Duration:00:59:23
Mark Carney meets Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico City: Are they united against Trump?
9/19/2025
The leaders of Canada and Mexico meet to discuss trade and security agreements. We explore their resilience against their shared neighbour.
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Duration:00:58:56
As the Palestinian death toll in Gaza surpasses 65,000, the IDF’s attacks continue.
9/18/2025
As the Palestinian death toll in Gaza surpasses 65,000, the IDF’s attacks continue. Plus: Trump, Xi and the TikTok deal, Japan culture news and the rise of trips back through time.
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Duration:00:58:24
Trump’s ‘unprecedented’ second state visit to the UK begins
9/17/2025
As the US president starts his visit to the UK, we discuss what’s at stake for the “special relationship”. Plus: A new UN report says that Israel is committing genocide; and we examine Malawi’s elections and TV news.
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Duration:00:58:52
Trump lands in the UK and Syrians head to the polls
9/16/2025
Donald Trump arrives in London for his second state visit and Syria holds its first elections since Assad’s fall. Plus: Kansas City’s mayor on preparing for federal forces; and an auction of 577 unique chairs in France.
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Duration:00:58:37
Marco Rubio visits Israel as Qatar hosts an emergency Arab summit
9/15/2025
The US Secretary of State meets Netanyahu while Arab and Muslim leaders meet in Doha following surprise strikes on Hamas in Qatar last week.
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Duration:00:58:55
Brazil's supreme court finds former President Bolsonaro guilty of coup plot
9/12/2025
Brazil's Supreme Court votes to convict former President Bolsonaro guilty of coup charges. Then: North Korea's Kim Jong Un solidifies the status of his daughter as his successor. Plus: Japan's new rulebook for cycling
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Duration:00:59:00
Charlie Kirk shooting and Israel strike the Houthis
9/11/2025
Conservative activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk is killed. Israel hits Houthis in Yemen, Poland closes its border with Belarus and protesters take to the streets in France. Plus: what counts as modern art?
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Duration:00:58:59
Israel strikes Qatar and Russia violates Poland’s airspace
9/10/2025
Israel strikes Hamas targets in Qatar, risking a widening conflict. Plus: Russian drones are shot down in Poland’s airspace, Lachlan Murdoch secures the top job, ensuring an ongoing conservative tilt to the News Corp empire. And: should we wear helmets?
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Duration:01:04:46
Macron’s government is plunged into crisis once more
9/9/2025
As France’s government falls apart, Monocle’s Paris bureau chief joins us to discuss what comes next.
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Duration:00:58:54
Who will be Japan’s new prime minister? Plus: Monocle’s Quality of Life Conference in Barcelona
9/8/2025
Who will lead Japan’s increasingly tumultuous political scene after Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation? Plus: Argentina’s local elections and Monocle goes to Barcelona.
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Duration:00:58:56