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Schedule

00:00 on air

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.

00:20 on air

The Pacific Shift

Show playlist 
  • 00:24:29Gregory PorterRevival
  • 00:27:41Holiday SidewinderKokomo
  • 00:31:09Fly By MidnightWaiting Tables
  • 00:34:18Parson JamesTemple
  • 00:38:27Doja CatSay So
  • 00:44:31YunaBest Love
  • 00:49:23Carly Rae JepsenJulien
  • 00:53:02Jeans for JesusWosch no chli blibä
  • 00:56:48Ace of BaseLife Is a Flower
01:00 on air

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.

01:30 on air

The Pacific Shift

Show playlist 
  • 01:32:03Isaac Delusionmagicalove
  • 01:35:48NightbirdeIt's Ok
  • 01:40:44GhaliGood Times
  • 01:43:24Shuya Okino feat. Pete SimpsonLet Nothing Change You
  • 01:48:28KeiinoSpirit In The Sky
  • 01:51:28Francesca MichielinLEONI
  • 01:55:12The WeekndIn Your Eyes
02:00 on air

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.

02:10 on air

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.

02:40 on air

The Pacific Shift

Show playlist 
  • 02:40:37Vendredi Sur MerÉcoute Chérie
  • 02:44:26Scott Bradlee's Postmodern JukeboxCareless Whisper (feat. Dave Koz)
  • 02:48:14Calvin HarrisFeels (feat. Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry & Big Sean)
  • 02:52:01Lola Le LannSoleil
  • 02:54:55Boys Get HurtSummer Solstice
03:00 on air

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.

03:30 on air

The Pacific Shift

Show playlist 
  • 03:32:09Midnight MagicBeam Me Up
  • 03:37:27CorineIl Fait Chaud
  • 03:40:07Silva & LudmillaUm Pôr do Sol na Praia
  • 03:45:02James RightonEdie
  • 03:48:53Tara PriyaRolllin'
  • 03:51:46Kygo & Tina TurnerWhat's Love Got to Do With It
  • 03:55:21Barbara MendesJá Sabia
04:00 on air

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.

04:10 on air

The Pacific Shift

Show playlist 
  • 04:21:01Sophie Ellis BextorMusic Gets the Best of Me
  • 04:24:40Helene FischerAtemlos durch die Nacht
  • 04:28:19Coralie ClementL'ombre Et La Lumiere
  • 04:32:27Friendly FiresHeaven Let Me In
  • 04:37:13L'ImpératriceFou
  • 04:43:54Lady Gaga & Ariana GrandeRain On Me
  • 04:47:04Ben WestbeechSomething For The Weekend
  • 04:51:35Janet JacksonTogether Again
  • 04:55:49Stella JangVillain
05:00 on air

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.

05:30 on air

The Pacific Shift

Show playlist 
  • 05:32:43Miranda JoanHappy to Have You
  • 05:36:49La RouxAutomatic Driver
  • 05:43:19Jeff GoldblumLet's Face The Music and Dance
  • 05:47:31Max Giesinger80 Millionen
  • 05:51:09RegardLove Yourself (feat. Scarlett Quinn)
  • 05:55:05Roisin MurphySomething More (Edit)
06:00 on air

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.

06:10 on air

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.

06:40 on air

The Pacific Shift

Show playlist 
  • 06:43:37Frida GoldHalleluja
  • 06:49:07Wincent WeissWir Sind
  • 06:52:32TennisHow to Forgive
  • 06:56:03Benjamin IngrossoDance You Off
07:00 on air

The Globalist

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.

08:00 on air

The Continental Shift

08:10 on air

The Entrepreneurs

Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.

08:40 on air

The Continental Shift

Show playlist 
  • 08:41:59Donna Summer and Giorgio MoroderLa Dolce Vita
  • 08:48:11Parov StelarKiss Kiss
  • 08:52:22ElodieGuaranà
  • 08:55:40Billy BahamaPacific
  • 09:04:49Sofi Tukker & Bomba EstéreoPlaya Grande
  • 09:08:13Yumi ZoumaRight Track/Wrong Man
  • 09:11:05Ruben HeinFiring Line
  • 09:14:36Titiyo1989
  • 09:18:46Toufic FarroukhDestins et désirs
  • 09:26:22Astrud GilbertoDesafinado
  • 09:29:37RooseveltShadows
  • 09:34:09Vitaa & SlimaneÇa va ça vient
  • 09:39:44Mylene FarmerDésenchantée
  • 09:44:59Takeshi NakatsukaI Was Looking Up To The Moon
  • 09:49:02The CardigansMy Favourite Game
  • 09:52:41LiyonCrashing Sides
  • 09:55:47Carly Rae JepsenSummer Love
10:02 on air

In Focus

Discover the extraordinary role that Japan plays in driving innovation and improving lives in cities and societies around the world. Join us as we meet the inventors and inspirational figures at the heart of these stories of progress in technology, sustainability, inclusivity and establishing global benchmarks.

10:17 on air

The Continental Shift

Show playlist 
  • 10:18:24Tee MangoNo More Tears
  • 10:22:05Aki YashiroSway
  • 10:25:55MireiLonely in Tokyo
  • 10:31:56Christine and the QueensJe disparais dans tes bras
  • 10:35:55Bleu ToucanLe vent se lève
  • 10:42:39Clara LucianiOn ne meurt pas d'amour
  • 10:46:11Toro y moiFreelance
  • 10:50:00Rina SawayamaCherry
  • 10:53:31ParadisInstantané
11:10 on air

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.

11:40 on air

The Continental Shift

Show playlist 
  • 11:41:18BosseAugen zu Musik an
  • 11:46:49VoyagerSo Good to Me (feat. DJ AK)
  • 11:49:48Donny BenétMr Experience
  • 11:54:15J.LamottaDeal With That (feat. Roni Meir & Noritsu)
12:00 on air

The Briefing

A pacy round-up of the day’s main news stories, anchored from London by a Monocle editor. The show features informed reporting, prescient business analysis and invaluable industry reports covering everything from technology to aviation and retail to media.

12:30 on air

The Continental Shift

Show playlist 
  • 12:35:56GeorgiaStarted Out
  • 12:39:37Ariana & The RoseNight Owl
  • 12:44:54Polo & PanPays imaginaire
  • 12:49:44Dua LipaLevitating (The Blessed Madonna Remix) [feat. Madonna and Missy Elliott]
  • 12:53:56Marcos ValleEstrelar
13:02 on air

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.

13:12 on air

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.

13:42 on air

The Continental Shift

Show playlist 
  • 13:46:06Quiet Nights OrchestraSundays
  • 13:51:53Esperanza SpaldingI Know You Know
  • 13:55:50Luca HänniNie mehr allein
14:02 on air

The Bulletin with UBS

Delivering insights into the people, places and products shaping the financial week ahead. Hear from the finest minds and freshest thinkers as they take you beyond the numbers and the hype to get to the heart of the day’s big issues.

14:17 on air

The Chiefs

Tyler Brûlé is joined by an array of C-suite leaders – including the CEOs of major airlines, broadsheets, institutions and retail operations – for in-depth discussions about business and entrepreneurship. Do you want to know how the finest global businesses are successfully navigating through times of crisis? Then join Monocle’s editorial director – himself a champion of entrepreneurialism – and a stellar cast of leading chief executives for practical advice on steering companies towards secure and profitable futures.

14:47 on air

The Continental Shift

15:10 on air

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.

15:40 on air

The Continental Shift

Show playlist 
  • 15:42:50Julie BerganBored
  • 15:46:16Lara FabianPapillon
  • 15:49:55Zara LarssonLove Me Land
  • 15:52:36The WeekndBlinding Lights
  • 15:56:22Ava MaxKings & Queens
16:00 on air

The Atlantic Shift

16:10 on air

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.

16:20 on air

The Atlantic Shift

Show playlist 
  • 16:28:44Bebel GilbertoSo Nice (Summer Samba)
  • 16:32:17Norlie & KKVAlla Våra Låtar
  • 16:36:08Wouter HamelAs Long As We Are In Love
  • 16:40:41MS MRAsh Tree Lane
  • 16:43:52R PlusMy Boy
  • 16:48:43Michael Von Der HeideVoila La Nuit
  • 16:55:14Le BoomBe There For You
17:10 on air

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.

17:20 on air

The Entrepreneurs

Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.

17:50 on air

The Atlantic Shift

Show playlist 
  • 17:54:12TootardMOONLIGHT
  • 17:58:15Peggy GouStarry Night
  • 18:16:09Francesca GramegnaThis Is What You Are
  • 18:20:32Mayra AndradeAfeto
  • 18:24:54Chaka KhanHello Happiness
  • 18:28:48Troye SivanTake Yourself Home
  • 18:35:05AlizeeMoi Lolita
  • 18:39:11FinneasI Don't Miss You At All
  • 18:42:37Gavin TurekWHITNEY
  • 18:45:32Misa SugiyamaLove for sale
  • 18:49:23BreakbotBe Mine Tonight (feat. Delafleur)
  • 18:52:08Say Lou LouThe Look of Love
  • 18:56:12ThundercatDragonball Durag
19:00 on air

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.

19:30 on air

The Atlantic Shift

Show playlist 
  • 19:35:39Vanessa ParadisBe My Baby
  • 19:39:17HYUKOHSilverhair Express
  • 19:44:40BENEEFind an Island
  • 19:47:59Maya HatchGrow Your Beauty
  • 19:51:43Alex Kapranos & Clara LucianiSummer Wine
  • 19:56:02Chloe x HalleDo It
20:00 on air

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.

20:30 on air

The Atlantic Shift

Show playlist 
  • 20:34:45COEOJapanese Woman
  • 20:40:26BandoleroParis Latino
  • 20:46:06SilvaFalando Sério
  • 20:50:34Kylie MinogueSay Something
  • 20:54:09ChromaticsYou're No Good
21:00 on air

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.

21:20 on air

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.

21:50 on air

The Atlantic Shift

Show playlist 
  • 21:55:49PoolsideKinda Lovely (Bleu Toucan Remix)
22:00 on air

The Entrepreneurs

Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.

22:10 on air

In Focus

Discover the extraordinary role that Japan plays in driving innovation and improving lives in cities and societies around the world. Join us as we meet the inventors and inspirational figures at the heart of these stories of progress in technology, sustainability, inclusivity and establishing global benchmarks.

22:25 on air

The Atlantic Shift

Show playlist 
  • 22:43:17Charlotte GainsbourgSylvia Says
  • 22:49:29Janet JacksonRunaway
  • 22:53:07The CarpentersTop of the World
  • 22:56:09Lola Le LannPortofino
23:00 on air

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.

23:30 on air

The Atlantic Shift

Show playlist 
  • 23:31:07AnnieAmerican Cars
  • 23:34:57Hainan, DAWILL & CobeeLife
  • 23:38:46DornikDo You Wanna (feat. Gavin Turek)
  • 23:42:30Great Good Fine OKEASY
  • 23:47:11Hiatus KaiyoteMolasses
  • 23:52:03Sophie Ellis BextorMusic Gets the Best of Me
  • 23:55:40DabeullYou & I

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