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Schedule

00:00 on air

The Curator

The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.

01:00 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.

01:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 01:32:18Pocket SunWake Up
  • 01:35:56Polo & PanCanopée
  • 01:40:37Nattalia SarriaLast Summer Whisper
  • 01:46:59Gyedu-Blay AmbolleyHighlife
  • 01:52:06Julieta VenegasMismo Amor
  • 01:55:29DorianDuele
02:00 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.

02:10 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.

02:40 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 02:41:18Marcos ValleBicicleta
  • 02:45:10Mai DavikaMr. Daydream
  • 02:48:26Elis Regina & Antônio Carlos JobimSó Tinha de Ser Com Você
  • 02:52:02Everything But the GirlCaution To The Wind
  • 02:56:06Suzan & FreekSlapeloosheid
  • 03:00:57RomyEnjoy Your Life
  • 03:05:00Babe RainbowPlanet Junior
  • 03:08:14PoomQui Es-Tu
  • 03:12:16Clara LucianiLe reste
  • 03:17:04TapiocaLagoas de Ruanda
  • 03:22:02Minnie RipertonIt's So Nice (To See Old Friends)
  • 03:26:49Girl RayEverybody's Saying That
  • 03:30:06Caixa CuboDreams (feat. Xênia França & Zé Leônidas)
  • 03:34:13TootardMOONLIGHT
  • 03:39:03Nu GeneaTienaté
  • 03:43:44Quasi QuiCity Mashups
  • 03:47:57Sofi Tukker & Amadou & MariamMon Chéri
  • 03:52:09GilsonsVárias Queixas
  • 03:55:02Momoko KikuchiNami Ni Naritai
04:00 on air

Konfekt Korner

‘Konfekt’ is a sharp, elegant and well-turned-out magazine from the creators of Monocle. ‘Konfekt Korner’ is the podcast: listen now and discover why celebrating chic, understated glamour, seeking out lesser-known stories and opening closed doors has never been more important. Join ‘Konfekt’ editor Sophie Grove and style director Marcela Palek as they take their seats alongside Gillian Dobias every month. Like a really good dinner party, listeners can count on great conversation, insights, ideas and reports from the world of fashion, craft, food and travel – not to mention a sunny soundtrack.

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.

05:10 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.

05:40 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 05:44:21zzoilo & AitanaMon Amour (Remix)
  • 05:47:25Agnes24 Hours
  • 05:51:15Taylor SwiftLavender Haze
  • 05:54:36Hitomi TohyamaExotic Yokogao
  • 06:00:48Tobias RahimFlyvende Faduma
  • 06:04:10Ginger RootLoneliness
  • 06:07:39Whale IslandAin't Nobody Straight in LA
  • 06:10:19Isamar & CompañiaNo Estás
  • 06:16:51Nami ShimadaTokyo Refresh
  • 06:21:07CherokeeEnd Of Summer ft. Goto
  • 06:26:01AngèleLibre
  • 06:28:47Vaundyodoriko
  • 06:32:40Jessie WarePearls
  • 06:38:00Benny SingsSanta Barbara (feat. Nataly Dawn)
  • 06:41:46Shinichiro YokotaNight Drive
  • 06:47:29OliverSpace & Sound
  • 06:51:54Burna BoyCommon Person
  • 06:55:28KhaidJolie
07:00 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.

07:10 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.

07:20 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 07:22:39Hollie CookHappy Hour
  • 07:27:46Stuzzimaracuya massage
  • 07:31:22Eliane EliasI Thought About You
  • 07:36:20The PirouettesSi léger
  • 07:41:19Adèle CastillonImpala
  • 07:43:33João SelvaPassarinho
  • 07:46:47Norlie & KKVAlla Våra Låtar
  • 07:50:38PayfoneLast Night in Sant Celoni (Radio Edit)
  • 07:56:08Milton NascimentoTudo o Que Você Podia Ser
08:00 on air

The Curator

The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.

09:00 on air

Monocle on Sunday

Our weekend programme comes live from Monocle’s radio studio in Zürich, where Tyler Brûlé and a panel of special-guest thought leaders discuss key topics in front of a studio audience.

10:00 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 10:09:27Miley CyrusFlowers
  • 10:12:45Cazzi OpeiaI Can't Get Enough
  • 10:15:31Christine and the QueensJe te vois enfin
  • 10:20:06MikiTwo Years (Mixed)
  • 10:22:59Cerrone, Colapesce & DimartinoNon Chiarmami Mai
  • 10:26:24Charli XCXBoys
  • 10:29:08Serginho MeritiBons Momentos
  • 10:31:29The CarpentersTop of the World
  • 10:34:27AquakultreAfricvillean Funk (feat. Trobiz)
  • 10:37:39The MaríasUn Millón
  • 10:40:29Pablo AlboránCarretera y manta
  • 10:44:13Sophie Ellis-BextorEverything is Sweet
  • 10:49:02ReykoSet You Free
  • 10:52:03Kylie MinoguePadam Padam
  • 10:54:46KassinRelax
11:00 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.

11:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 11:33:31Météo MirageLibre (Mixed)
  • 11:37:05Claire LaffutNudes (feat. Yseult)
  • 11:40:25La FemmeSácatela
  • 11:44:10Kio AmachreeIvory
  • 11:49:19La RouxKiss and Not Tell
  • 11:53:11Su LeeSuper Happy (feat. Ariza)
  • 11:56:05beabadoobeeThe Perfect Pair
12:00 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.

12:30 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 12:30:16Tove Lo2 Die 4
  • 12:33:25Caroline PolachekSo Hot You're Hurting My Feelings
  • 12:36:33Quiet Nights OrchestraQuiet Nights
  • 12:42:18BonoboShadows (feat. Jordan Rakei)
  • 12:47:57IvanFotonovela
  • 12:52:34Fatoumata Diawara & Damon AlbarnNsera
  • 12:55:42Hiroshi SatoSay Goodbye
13:00 on air

Konfekt Korner

‘Konfekt’ is a sharp, elegant and well-turned-out magazine from the creators of Monocle. ‘Konfekt Korner’ is the podcast: listen now and discover why celebrating chic, understated glamour, seeking out lesser-known stories and opening closed doors has never been more important. Join ‘Konfekt’ editor Sophie Grove and style director Marcela Palek as they take their seats alongside Gillian Dobias every month. Like a really good dinner party, listeners can count on great conversation, insights, ideas and reports from the world of fashion, craft, food and travel – not to mention a sunny soundtrack.

14:00 on air

Monocle Weekends

Show playlist 
  • 14:01:44Daft Punk, Julian Casablancas & The VoidzInfinity Repeating (2013 Demo)
  • 14:05:45Pink MartiniHey Eugene
  • 14:08:48Friday Night PlansPlastic Love
  • 14:14:24SG LewisSomething About Your Love
  • 14:19:47StellaPourquoi
  • 14:25:15DalidaGigi In Paradisco
  • 14:31:43Gregory PorterDon't Lose Your Steam
  • 14:34:59MuziJuice
  • 14:38:51Marco CastelloTorpi
  • 14:44:18Teresa NodaTropical Love
  • 14:48:36Claude FontaineCry for Another
  • 14:52:12Étienne DahoBoyfriend
  • 14:56:09Baco Exu do BluesLágrimas (feat. Gal Costa)
15:00 on air

The Curator

The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.

16:00 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 16:01:08Emma HoetUn jour ou deux
  • 16:04:35Bongeziwe Mabandlaukuthanda wena
  • 16:08:27Lana Del ReyDoin' Time
  • 16:11:49ABC DialectMagic
  • 16:16:40Selman FarisInan
  • 16:20:16RitschiHallo
  • 16:23:26Sam RuffilloEs Buena
  • 16:27:50William OrbitDuende (feat. Katie Melua)
  • 16:31:41Samia & papa mbyeMad At Me
  • 16:35:23Rita LeeMania De Você (Dubdogz & Watzgood Remix / Radio Edit)
  • 16:39:40DivaLa nuit (Version longue spéciale DJ)
  • 16:46:02MatheyAmeyatchi
  • 16:51:44CantomaShelter (feat. Quinn Lamont Luke)
  • 16:56:43AjarSEULCHÉMOI
17:00 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.

17:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 17:31:58Lou HayterTime Out of Mind
  • 17:35:34CorineBouge Bouge
  • 17:39:20Let's Eat GrandmaLevitation
  • 17:44:10Agnes Nunes & Neo BeatsLisboa
  • 17:47:17Hiatus KaiyoteNakamarra (feat. Q-Tip)
  • 17:51:54mayeYours
  • 17:55:36Moby & IndochineThis Is Not Our World (Ce n'est pas notre monde)
  • 18:01:03Alison GoldfrappSo Hard So Hot
  • 18:05:38Hamada KingoMidnight Cruisin'
  • 18:10:25Fly By MidnightWaiting Tables
  • 18:13:37Le Roi AngusCouchés sur le sable
  • 18:18:28Jessie WareThat! Feels Good!
  • 18:23:00Jacqueline TaïebCe Soir Je M'en Vais
  • 18:25:37Marcos ValleEstrelar
  • 18:30:54Marina LimaFullgás
  • 18:35:00AngèleAmour, Haine & Danger
  • 18:38:24Maria BecerraADIÓS
  • 18:41:45Bala DesejoPassarinha (feat. Julia Mestre, Dora Morelenbaum, Zé Ibarra & Lucas Nunes)
  • 18:45:44Caroline PolachekWelcome To My Island
  • 18:49:42Astrud GilbertoDesafinado
  • 18:52:58Vendredi Sur MerComment tu vas finir
  • 18:55:25SaultGod Is Love
19:00 on air

Monocle on Sunday

Our weekend programme comes live from Monocle’s radio studio in Zürich, where Tyler Brûlé and a panel of special-guest thought leaders discuss key topics in front of a studio audience.

20:00 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 20:01:54Thievery CorporationVoyage Libre (feat. Lou Lou Ghelickhani)
  • 20:05:50ShygirlCleo
  • 20:09:36Vanessa ParadisBe My Baby
  • 20:13:10Tokyo Tea RoomIf You Love Her
  • 20:17:03Everything But the GirlCaution To The Wind
  • 20:21:07Luisa MaitaFulaninha
  • 20:24:43AnzYou Could Be (feat. George Riley)
  • 20:28:23CKayEmiliana
  • 20:31:13HervéTout ira mieux demain
  • 20:34:42L'ImpératriceFou
  • 20:40:14IbeyiSister 2 Sister
  • 20:43:30CalemaTe Amo
  • 20:47:47Yuksek & Bertrand BurgalatIcare
  • 20:51:29KelelaEnough for Love
  • 20:55:50AntoninAntonino
21:00 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.

21:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 21:33:30RemaDirty
  • 21:37:12Clara LucianiLe reste
  • 21:40:49Charlotte Dos SantosHello Hello
  • 21:43:43Paola & ChiaraFurore
  • 21:48:01Marcella BellaNell'aria
  • 21:51:58Sophie Ellis-BextorLost in the Sunshine (Sudlow Radio Mix)
  • 21:55:34Matia BazarSouvenir
22:00 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.

22:30 on air

Global Music

Show playlist 
  • 22:30:50Maan & GoldbandStiekem
  • 22:34:19Saint EtienneWho Do You Think You Are
  • 22:38:05Fatnotronic & PoolsideEsperar Pra Ver
  • 22:43:10Benson BooneSugar Sweet
  • 22:47:12Tobias RahimSTOR MAND (feat. andreas odbjerg)
  • 22:50:18LAU & Luke MillionInstant Sunshine (Luke Million Remix)
  • 22:54:24DjavanLilás
23:00 on air

The Curator

The best of the week on Monocle, compiled into one show.

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