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Schedule

00:00 on air

The Monocle Daily

Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

00:40 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 00:44:01CapyacCeasefire
  • 00:48:21Vincent BuenoAlive
  • 00:51:30Jack Savoretti, Nile RodgersWho's Hurting Who
  • 00:55:00L'ImpératriceAnomalie bleue
01:00 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.

01:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 01:34:06Elizabeth ShepherdFeeling Good
  • 01:39:36LiyonCrashing Sides
  • 01:42:36Roisin MurphySomething More (Edit)
  • 01:47:48Christian Falk (feat. Demetreus)Make It Right
  • 01:51:41Vitaa & SlimaneÇa va ça vient
  • 01:55:01Chaka KhanLike Sugar
02:00 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.

02:30 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.

02:40 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 02:40:49RobortomPaganini Rocks (Radio Edit) [feat Aurevoir Simone)
  • 02:43:41Marisa MontePortas
  • 02:47:21Francesca GramegnaThis Is What You Are
  • 02:51:41Friday Night PlansPlastic Love
  • 02:56:16Greyson ChanceDancing Next to Me
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

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 03:31:59Leeloo3 Worte
  • 03:35:22Nights with You
  • 03:38:43Polo & PanCanopée
  • 03:43:22Christine and the QueensFreedom
  • 03:49:08Fly By MidnightWaiting Tables
  • 03:52:23João SelvaCadê Você
  • 03:56:07PoolsideI Feel High (with DRAMA)
04:00 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.

04:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 04:31:17Bertrand BurgalatL'homme ideal (Yuksek Radio Edit)
  • 04:34:50KeiinoTransarctic Lover
  • 04:37:41Caroline PolachekSo Hot You're Hurting My Feelings
  • 04:40:45Roller CoasterYour Song
  • 04:44:26KungsRegarde-moi
  • 04:47:41Saint EtienneWho Do You Think You Are
  • 04:51:27David NumwamiBeats!
  • 04:54:11Nattalia SarriaLast Summer Whisper
05:00 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.

05:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 05:32:26Parov StelarThe Sun (feat. Graham Candy)
  • 05:35:22Vanessa ParadisBe My Baby
  • 05:38:49Claap!Dimanche (ft. Santana)
  • 05:43:19ParadisInstantané
  • 05:49:39BrigitteCoeur de Chewing Gum
  • 05:52:26Magdalena BayChaeri
  • 05:56:42Serginho MeritiBons Momentos
06:00 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.

06:10 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 06:12:21LouaneDonne-moi ton cœur
  • 06:15:32Blu-SwingEasy Lover ft. Ryutaro Makino
  • 06:18:17Emi MeyerParaiso
  • 06:22:19Marcos ValleEstrelar
  • 06:27:30Stella JangVillain
  • 06:30:37Bleu ToucanDans Le Mille
  • 06:34:12The PirouettesSi léger
  • 06:39:20AnimorWild Dog (Those Guys From Athens Remix)
  • 06:43:51RhyeCome In Closer
  • 06:47:26Mashrou' LeilaCavalry
  • 06:50:33Sunni ColónProvide
  • 06:54:36Arlo ParksHope
  • 07:00:31Busy PTrack of Time (feat. Haich Ber Na & Shay Lia)
  • 07:04:32Kali Uchistelepatía
  • 07:07:09WinterplayBillie Jean
  • 07:11:04Lord SivaSolhverv
  • 07:15:50UffieCool
  • 07:19:02Malika AyaneTre cose
  • 07:24:02Chloe x HalleDo It
  • 07:26:53Alex Kapranos & Clara LucianiSummer Wine
  • 07:31:03Scarlet Pleasure & SuzaneWhat A Life (j'dais ma life)
  • 07:34:10Jessie WareSave A Kiss
  • 07:38:31m-floCome Again
  • 07:44:26YuksekDo Beijo
  • 07:47:58KoopSummer Sun (feat. Yukimi Nagano)
  • 07:51:45Silk SonicLeave The Door Open
  • 07:55:45GriffBlack Hole
08:00 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 08:11:04Club Intl, John Eatherly & Madeline FollinLucky Star
  • 08:13:56LenkaEverything At Once
  • 08:16:32Yoh KamiyamaLaundry
  • 08:21:52Diogo RamosLiberté je t'aime (feat. Bïa) [Remix 2020]
  • 08:25:18SadeSmooth Operator
  • 08:29:32Sven Hammond Soul feat. Ivan PerotiOh Woman
  • 08:33:55Carla BruniQuelque chose
  • 08:36:36KhruangbinSo We Won't Forget
  • 08:41:27Charli XCXGood Ones
  • 08:44:57Maylee ToddBaby's Got It
  • 08:49:26Arlette ZolaIl doit venir
  • 08:52:02PetticoatThe Middle
  • 08:55:25NightbirdeIt's Ok
  • 09:31:42Alvaro SolerMagia
  • 09:34:59Snoh AalegraNEON PEACH (feat. Tyler, The Creator)
  • 09:38:14Shuya Okino feat. Pete SimpsonLet Nothing Change You
  • 09:43:17Friendly FiresHeaven Let Me In
  • 09:47:58Pupkulies & RebeccaSaùde
  • 09:52:33LordeSolar Power
  • 09:55:51Astrud GilbertoDesafinado
10:00 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.

10:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 10:31:30L'ImpératricePeur des filles
  • 10:35:04Mousse. TBy Myself (feat. Inaya Day)
  • 10:39:00MamamooDingga
  • 10:41:58Banda Reflexu'sMadagascar Olodum
  • 10:45:2953 Thievessouthside
  • 10:50:00VestaOta Varovasti
  • 10:53:30Whale IslandAin't Nobody Straight in LA
  • 10:56:105MIINUSTgloria
11:00 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.

11:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 11:33:41SVEANever Call Me Again
  • 11:36:18AnnalisaSenza Riserva
  • 11:39:21Ruben HeinFiring Line
  • 11:42:50Mandy CapristoGenug
  • 11:46:22The CardigansMy Favourite Game
  • 11:50:03CatastropheMaintenant ou jamais
  • 11:54:18CaribouNever Come Back
12:00 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.

12:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 12:32:35DornikDo You Wanna (feat. Gavin Turek)
  • 12:36:19Takeshi NakatsukaThe Miracle of Time
  • 12:40:49ChromeoCabin Fever
  • 12:45:31AlizeeMoi Lolita
  • 12:49:35Fatnotronic & PoolsideEsperar Pra Ver
  • 12:54:36Hitomi TohyamaExotic Yokogao
13:00 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.

13:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 13:31:30Kacey Musgravesbreadwinner
  • 13:34:56BandoleroParis Latino
  • 13:39:03Frero DelavegaLe chant des sirènes
  • 13:42:02HYUKOHSilverhair Express
  • 13:46:35VideoclubEnfance 80
  • 13:50:16Erlend ØyeLa prima estate
  • 13:54:20Blank & JonesWhat You Won't Do For Love
14:00 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.

14:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 14:32:31Lianne La HavasRead My Mind
  • 14:37:22Melanie MartinezPlay Date
  • 14:40:20SoleimaLow Life
  • 14:43:21SilvaSorriso de Agogô
  • 14:47:51Hot ChipMelody of Love
  • 14:52:07The PirouettesIl n'y a que toi
  • 14:55:30Little DragonHold On
15:00 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.

15:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 15:34:14Claire LaffutNudes (feat. Yseult)
  • 15:37:35sad alexhypotheticals
  • 15:39:37Elizabeth ShepherdPoinciana
  • 15:43:27Hiroshi SatoSay Goodbye
  • 15:47:56MinaC'e piu samba [Live]
  • 15:51:22ParadisToi Et Moi
  • 15:55:16Clara LucianiLa baie
16:00 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.

16:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 16:31:06KungsNever Going Home
  • 16:33:57RegardLove Yourself (feat. Scarlett Quinn)
  • 16:37:35RobynEver Again
  • 16:41:42PRETTYMUCHTeacher
  • 16:44:18Francesca GramegnaConversazione
  • 16:48:48Pet Shop BoysSe A Vida E (That's the Way Life Is)
  • 16:52:38LouaneDonne-moi ton cœur
  • 16:55:49Rita LeeMania De Você (Dubdogz & Watzgood Remix / Radio Edit)
  • 17:01:04LÉONAnd It Breaks My Heart
  • 17:05:16Kings of ConvenienceCatholic Country
  • 17:08:22JazzinhoAutumn Monsoon
  • 17:13:27Nao YoshiokaLiberation
  • 17:18:47Sheryl CrowEveryday Is a Winding Road
  • 17:23:07Roisin MurphyNarcissus
  • 17:30:53Shinichiro YokotaNight Drive
  • 17:36:41Jessie WarePlease
  • 17:41:17Mayra AndradeAfeto
  • 17:47:07Harry StylesWATERMELON SUGAR
  • 17:50:08Friday Night PlansPlastic Love
  • 17:54:53Boys Get HurtSummer Solstice
18:00 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.

18:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 18:32:41Gotye feat. KimbraSomebody That I Used To Know
  • 18:36:42Julie BerganBored
  • 18:40:00TootardMOONLIGHT
  • 18:45:07Lola Le LannLola à l'eau
  • 18:48:35Polo & PanFeel Good
  • 18:52:34Peggy GouStarry Night
19:00 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.

19:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 19:30:24YelleNoir
  • 19:33:39Tara PriyaRolllin'
  • 19:36:29Okinawa Delays & Max EssaI Can't Sleep
  • 19:42:07Bread & ButterSummer Blue
  • 19:47:08Gavin Turek2AM
  • 19:51:39Jack Savoretti, Nile RodgersWho's Hurting Who
  • 19:55:05AbbaDon't Shut Me Down
20:00 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.

20:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 20:31:35João SelvaCadê Você
  • 20:35:18Gregory PorterMovin'
  • 20:40:11GeorgiaNever Let You Go
  • 20:44:01VHOORCraque
  • 20:47:42Luisa MaitaFulaninha
  • 20:51:26Magdalena BayChaeri
  • 20:55:55Lucie VagenheimManque d'audace
21:00 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.

21:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 21:34:28Calvin Harris, The WeekndOver Now
  • 21:37:58Vasco VideoSomebodyThat I Used To Know
  • 21:42:04Nova MillerMi Amor
  • 21:45:13ThundercatDragonball Durag
  • 21:49:34Holiday SidewinderKokomo
  • 21:53:02David NumwamiBeats!
  • 21:55:50AnnieNeon Lights (feat. Jake Shears)
  • 22:00:44Sofi Tukker & Amadou & MariamMon Chéri
  • 22:04:52Sally ShapiroFading Away
  • 22:11:12IndilaParle à ta tête
  • 22:14:05PoolsideKinda Lovely (Bleu Toucan Remix)
  • 22:18:21Snoh AalegraLOST YOU
  • 22:21:19AlpineToo Safe
  • 22:24:57L'ImpératriceFou
  • 22:29:57Indochine & Christine and the Queens3SEX
  • 22:34:08Leeloo3 Worte
  • 22:37:24Mark ForsterÜbermorgen
  • 22:41:20VoyagerSo Good to Me (feat. DJ AK)
  • 22:44:11Nathy PelusoBUENOS AIRES
  • 22:48:03Hainan, DAWILL & CobeeLife
  • 22:51:48Rina SawayamaCherry
  • 22:55:14Donny BenétMr Experience
23:00 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.

23:15 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 23:26:56Yuksek & Bertrand BurgalatIcare
  • 23:30:45Jose JamesSimply Beautiful (feat. Takuya Kuroda)
  • 23:35:45Busy PTrack of Time (feat. Haich Ber Na & Shay Lia)
  • 23:39:45Vitaa & SlimaneDe l'or
  • 23:45:00Mylene FarmerDésenchantée
  • 23:50:21Sunni ColónProvide
  • 23:54:45Chloe x HalleUngodly Hour

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