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Observation
Monocle has been constantly remixing itself, much of it prompted by public demand. Our adventures behind the mic are now coming to fruition with an ambitious global audio project, writes Tyler Brûlé.
Culture
Roman Polanski's new drama The Ghost, music picks from gospel to "geyser-pop", the new books we've been reading.
Wicked way
From accountant to adult film scriptwriter, Joy King tells Monocle about her love for conjuring up steamy scenes and her efforts to boost the image of her business, Wicked Pictures.
Mixed signals
New technology and tighter budgets mean TV news is downsizing from expensive satellite broadcasts to low-quality broadband clips. Is this about immediacy, or just an excuse to cut costs?
Voice of a nation
In multi-lingual Switzerland, TV presenter Rainer Maria Salzgeber’s football coverage is a rare unifying experience. He says the sport can help the nation become more tolerant of different cultures.
Urban legends
Since 2003, ‘Next American City’ magazine has made urban planning a national debate. Its founders have lofty ambitions and won't be satisfied until they have changed the world.
Bedroom renegade
Shobhaa De’s novels and socialite lifestyle enthrall and infuriate India. Critics call her books trashy, but supporters say she has done much to get a conservative nation talking about sex and feminism.
Media
From the Bavarian Opera's new magazine to a community cinema in Japan, we survey the media landscape. Plus, an update on Indian newspaper Mint and a Q&A with New York art-buying consultants.
Observation
Where did the past 36 months go? Our editor in chief Tyler Brûlé surveys the editorial floor on the eve of our third birthday.
