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Culture
Film, music and book reviews plus our culture editor Robert Bound looks at the value of good criticism
Observation
Five years ago Monocle hit the newsstands. Today it’s at the heart of a modern media company with old-school values. Editor in chief, Tyler Brûlé, looks back at his 25 highlights.
Media
A pioneering art gallery project in Oslo, a Q & A with Brussels-based publisher Andreas Qvist and a sleek new digi-radio.
Observation
Our editor in chief Tyler Brûlé takes stock of a busy year, the launch of Monocle 24, and the months ahead. In between, there’s glühwein and stollen to be savoured.
High frequency
As our new audio venture, Monocle 24, moved into high gear, we captured a day in the life of its launch week. Broadcasting around the clock, it offers discussion, news and specialist programmes.
Dream export
The burgeoning soft power of Turkey is rooted in its flourishing drama production industry, capturing hearts and minds from Pakistan to South America. Just don’t call them soap operas...
XXI marks the spot
With no advertising, no marketing and limited online presence, the success of ‘XXI’ magazine has proven that readers do not need much persuasion to pay for beautifully presented, long-form journalism.
Monocle on air
We’ve opened two new wool-lined studios and control rooms at Midori House, staffed by a team of fresh and informed broadcasters. Monocle 24, our new global radio station, is now on air.
Quick on the draw
The CEO of Japan’s largest entertainment store chain has a peculiar management style. He never gives orders and encourages failure, yet Muneaki Masuda has built a hugely successful business.
