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The Curator
The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.
The Urbanist
With an influential audience of city mayors, urban planners and architects, this is Monocle’s guide to making better cities, be it new technology, state-of-the-art subways or compact apartments. Nominee in the Smartest Podcast category of the 2019 British Podcast awards.
The Late Edition
Join Monocle’s editors and guests drawn from our unrivalled pool of international commentators, analysts and experts to unpack the issues dominating the day’s agenda. From diplomatic wrangles and border disputes to big business and frontline politics, this is the programme you need to hear to make sense of a dynamic and sometimes volatile world.
The Foreign Desk
Presented by Andrew Mueller, Monocle’s flagship global-affairs show features expert guests and in-depth analysis of the big issues of the week. Nominated for ‘Best Current Affairs’ show and the ‘Spotlight Award’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.
The Stack
Essential listening for anyone who cares about the printed word and developments in publishing. From independent publications, new forms of print media and graphic novels to little-known niche magazines, ‘The Stack’ is Monocle’s take on the world of print, focusing on everything from the glossiest fashion title to the grittiest local newspaper.
Global Music
- 02:47:15SrbukHalf a Goddess
- 02:50:27Barbara MendesJá Sabia
- 02:54:10High HoopsBody
- 02:58:27Hiatus KaiyoteNakamarra (feat. Q-Tip)
Monocle Weekends
Global Music
- 03:34:20ODADon't You Know
- 03:37:34Gregory PorterLiquid Spirit
- 03:41:08Africa ExpressJohannesburg
- 03:46:11Hitomi TohyamaExotic Yokogao
- 03:50:39Jose JamesIt's All Over Your Body
- 03:55:33Yumi ZoumaCrush (It's Late, Just Stay)
The Pioneers
The Pioneers is a brand new series that tells the stories of people improving the planet. You’ll hear how Rolex supports these innovators with whom they share a passion for safeguarding the earth for future generations. Gain precious insight into the fresh thinking that is disrupting received wisdom for the better; and learn how fearless action continues to be the crucial driver of change.
Global Music
- 04:32:07Prince RamaBahia
- 04:34:59Tove LoReally Don't Like U ft. Kylie Minogue
- 04:41:20Alice et MoiJ'en ai rien à faire
- 04:44:46Aki YashiroSway
- 04:48:29COEOJapanese Woman
- 04:54:01LUCKY TAPESTonight!
The Urbanist
With an influential audience of city mayors, urban planners and architects, this is Monocle’s guide to making better cities, be it new technology, state-of-the-art subways or compact apartments. Nominee in the Smartest Podcast category of the 2019 British Podcast awards.
The Foreign Desk
Presented by Andrew Mueller, Monocle’s flagship global-affairs show features expert guests and in-depth analysis of the big issues of the week. Nominated for ‘Best Current Affairs’ show and the ‘Spotlight Award’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.
Global Music
- 05:41:02Holiday SidewinderKokomo
- 05:44:29JonesMelt
- 05:48:08DUDA BEAT, Mateus Carrilho & JalooChega
- 05:51:14ChromaticsYou're No Good
- 05:56:16MikaIce Cream
- 06:00:33ShuraReligion
- 06:04:51Carly Rae JepsenJulien
- 06:08:54Elizabeth ShepherdMidnight Sun
- 06:15:33Cathy ClaretSolita por el mundo
- 06:20:43Charli XCX & Christine and the QueensGone
- 06:24:59Nao YoshiokaLiberation
- 06:29:24DON-EFalls From Paradise
- 06:33:54Chaka KhanLike Sugar
- 06:38:01Sleep Walker Feat Yukimi NaganoWind
- 06:44:04Pet Shop BoysDreamland
- 06:49:14GrimesEasily
- 06:52:27Twin TheoryInnocent ft Tamzene
- 06:55:44Lila DrewNumb
The Menu
Our guide to the world of food, drink and entertaining, The Menu serves up interviews with the world’s most creative chefs, introduces the makers behind the scenes and the ingredients that will soon be landing on your restaurant table.
Monocle on Design
Everything you need to know about the world of design, from furniture to fashion and craft to architecture. Expect fresh stories, new finds and designers and all the latest news from the world’s most exciting studios.
Global Music
- 07:21:28Quasimode ft. Miyuki HatakeyamaWaltz Ga Kikoete
- 07:27:00Flamingo PierHold It
- 07:32:01Dennis LloydNevermind
- 07:36:19Roisin MurphyIncapable
- 07:44:46SeaponyBe Alone
- 07:47:54LiyonCrashing Sides
- 07:50:57Whethan & BearsonWin You Over ft. SOAK
- 07:54:34Rosie LoweLittle Bird
The Curator
The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.
The Late Edition
Join Monocle’s editors and guests drawn from our unrivalled pool of international commentators, analysts and experts to unpack the issues dominating the day’s agenda. From diplomatic wrangles and border disputes to big business and frontline politics, this is the programme you need to hear to make sense of a dynamic and sometimes volatile world.
Monocle Weekends
The Big Interview
Long-form conversations about the lives and careers of the world's leading and most exciting names from the worlds of art, design, literature, politics, business and food. We hear from the masters themselves, about their art, their craft, their secrets and successes.
Monocle Weekends
- 10:33:57Paloma FaithPicking Up the Pieces
- 10:37:55Miranda JoanHappy to Have You
- 10:41:51CapyacCeasefire
- 10:47:24Clazziquai ProjectAfter Love
- 10:51:49High HoopsBody
- 10:56:06XYLØYes & No
Monocle on Culture
Robert Bound and his guests discuss what has piqued their interest in our one-stop shop for lively reports and in-depth interviews on the newest and finest in art, film, books and the media business.
Monocle Weekends
- 11:35:26Those NorwegiansDom.B.Sensi
- 11:38:45Young FrancoMiss You
- 11:41:57Caravan PalaceAbout You (feat. Charles X)
- 11:47:46VoyagerSo Good to Me (feat. DJ AK)
- 11:50:45RobynEver Again
- 11:55:04Jean ToniqueSomething to Talk About feat. Keyone Starr
The Monocle Weekly
Want to hear from the authors, artists, creative thinkers and business leaders shaping your world? The Monocle Weekly presents just that on our longest-running radio programme.
The Pioneers
The Pioneers is a brand new series that tells the stories of people improving the planet. You’ll hear how Rolex supports these innovators with whom they share a passion for safeguarding the earth for future generations. Gain precious insight into the fresh thinking that is disrupting received wisdom for the better; and learn how fearless action continues to be the crucial driver of change.
Monocle Weekends
- 13:35:32MadeonAll My Friends
- 13:38:58Mayra AndradeAfeto
- 13:44:49MonoLife in Mono
- 13:48:40Giorgio Moroder feat. Kylie MinogueRight Here, Right Now
- 13:52:07ODADon't You Know
- 13:55:34YuksekDo Beijo
Meet the Writers
Want to know more about the authors behind your favourite books? Tune in to discover the methods of – and inspiration behind – some of the world’s most exciting writers. Every Sunday, Georgina Godwin hosts an in-depth discussion with the person behind the prose.
Monocle Weekends
- 14:32:59Vendredi Sur MerÉcoute Chérie
- 14:36:44Atelier BlueHaunted
- 14:40:30Julien DoreCoco Câline
- 14:45:52VestaOta Varovasti
- 14:49:15ChromaticsYou're No Good
- 14:54:11Phillipi & RodrigoBarbarella
The Curator
The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.
Monocle Weekends
Global Music
- 16:31:05Tove LoReally Don't Like U ft. Kylie Minogue
- 16:34:58QuasimodeSoul Cookin'
- 16:38:52RalphNo Muss No Fuss
- 16:43:35Fly By MidnightWaiting Tables
- 16:46:50Fierce CreaturesThese Parts
- 16:50:08Bleu ToucanAionios
- 16:54:08CherokeeEnd Of Summer ft. Goto
The Late Edition
Join Monocle’s editors and guests drawn from our unrivalled pool of international commentators, analysts and experts to unpack the issues dominating the day’s agenda. From diplomatic wrangles and border disputes to big business and frontline politics, this is the programme you need to hear to make sense of a dynamic and sometimes volatile world.
Global Music
- 17:33:18MUNANumber One Fan
- 17:36:44Kuberunnak & KarmoLämmi
- 17:39:59Sharon Jones & the Dap KingsCan't Get Right
- 17:42:43Rae MorrisAtletico (The Only One)
- 17:47:10Mashrou' LeilaCavalry
- 17:50:18PRETTYMUCHTeacher
- 17:52:59DabeullYou & I
- 17:56:23CorineIl Fait Chaud
The Big Interview
Long-form conversations about the lives and careers of the world's leading and most exciting names from the worlds of art, design, literature, politics, business and food. We hear from the masters themselves, about their art, their craft, their secrets and successes.
Global Music
- 18:32:48Blu-SwingEasy Lover ft. Ryutaro Makino
- 18:35:32L'ImpératriceSome Paradise
- 18:41:09SilvaFalando Sério
- 18:45:35TennisPetition
- 18:48:44Rosie BrownIf you were a Bluebird
- 18:51:52ShuraReligion
- 18:56:04Aya NakamuraPookie
- 19:00:36Dominic SenHear Me
- 19:04:33MohandasSaudades do Pará
- 19:08:51Aaron Tesser & The New Jazz AffairMy Song
- 19:13:27Wincent WeissWir Sind
- 19:19:00High HoopsBody
- 19:23:18Clara LucianiNue
- 19:26:22Firefox AKTell Me Lies
- 19:30:16Charli XCX & Christine and the QueensGone
- 19:34:25Sally ShapiroI'll Be By Your Side
- 19:39:48Friendly FiresHeaven Let Me In
- 19:46:18BriskebyRookie Mistakes
- 19:49:51Lennon StellaLa Di Da
- 19:53:25COEOJapanese Woman
The Monocle Weekly
Want to hear from the authors, artists, creative thinkers and business leaders shaping your world? The Monocle Weekly presents just that on our longest-running radio programme.
The Menu
Our guide to the world of food, drink and entertaining, The Menu serves up interviews with the world’s most creative chefs, introduces the makers behind the scenes and the ingredients that will soon be landing on your restaurant table.
Global Music
- 21:30:58Miranda JoanHappy to Have You
- 21:34:55Takeshi NakatsukaI Was Looking Up To The Moon
- 21:38:53PrefacePalace Hotel
- 21:44:23Julie BerganBored
- 21:47:43Ben L'Oncle SoulElle me Dit
- 21:51:42MadeonAll My Friends
- 21:55:02BandoleroParis Latino
Meet the Writers
Want to know more about the authors behind your favourite books? Tune in to discover the methods of – and inspiration behind – some of the world’s most exciting writers. Every Sunday, Georgina Godwin hosts an in-depth discussion with the person behind the prose.
Global Music
- 22:32:50Snoh AalegraSituationship
- 22:36:24Tame ImpalaFeels Like We Only Go Backwards
- 22:39:34Jacqueline TaïebCe Soir Je M'en Vais
- 22:42:07FinneasI Don't Miss You At All
- 22:46:11IZABrisa
- 22:48:45The XXChained
- 22:51:35RobynEver Again
- 22:55:47DagnyWearing Nothing
The Curator
The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.