Monocle on Culture
Robert Bound and guests explore what’s new in art, film, books, and media. Expect lively discussions, in-depth interviews, and expert insights.
Latest Episodes
Tel Aviv’s beachside library
We listen out for a Turkish radio station with a new take on the airwaves, read-up on a beachside library in Tel Aviv and enjoy a session from Scottish electronic band Laki Mera.
Lost in translation
Monocle culture editor Robert Bound takes an international look at the latest in film, music and the arts. Plus – weekly Midori House music sessions.
Prehistoric opera
Brazilian musician Gilberto Gil talks us through his new documentary Viramundo, we learn about an opera created using the voices of prehistoric creatures, tune in to a Brussels radio show dedicated to comic books…
Controversies at Durban International Film Festival
Robert Bound talks to Hot Chip-offshoot New Build about their music, we hear about controversies at the Durban International Film Festival, former LCD Soundsystem man James Murphy tells us about his new piece of…
Inside the mind of Van Dyke Parks
A session from Silver Seas, we ask why Hong Kongers don’t read for pleasure despite the city’s blossoming book fair, hear about a new international travel book with a difference and get inside the…
A music trip with Gilles Peterson
Robert Bound learns about Just For Laughs comedy festival in Montréal, we attend Brazil’s most respected literary event, FLIP and take a musical trip around the world courtesy of Gilles Peterson. Plus a special…
A different Amy Winehouse
We see Amy Winehouse from a different perspective as a new exhibition opens in London, ask why New Yorkers are shocked by a recent announcement from the Met and discuss what Montreal International Jazz…
Seoul’s indie neighbourhoods
We hear UK artist Ryan Gander’s plans for a new world-class art school, talk filmmaking with renowned director Mike Figgis and visit Seoul’s most “indie” of neighbourhoods. Plus a session from Finnish songstress Sansa.
Music with Ryuichi Sakamoto
Toronto’s finest Austra wow us with a Midori House session, we hop down to the French Riviera for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and meet renowned Japanese musician Ryuichi Sakamoto.
Shaking up Arab Idol
Robert Bound heads to Art Basel to speak to the artists and curators behind this year’s show, we find out about the singer causing a stir on Arab Idol and celebrate the 10th birthday…
