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Latest Episodes
Europe’s relationship with South America on the line in Mercosur trade deal
A long-anticipated trade deal with South American trading bloc Mercosur hangs in the balance as the EU tries to overcome France’s strong objections. With French farmers taking to the streets, we explore what’s at stake during an extremely sensitive time for Latin America.
US seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker in the Atlantic with ties to Venezuela
We discuss the seizure of the Marinera oil tanker, its Russia connection and how much this escalates the situation beyond Venezuela and the West. As Donald Trump announces an oil deal, how co-operative is the new Venezuelan regime going to be with US demands?
Ukraine ‘declaration of intent’ signed in Paris
UK and France agree to send troops to Ukraine if a peace deal is reached, Thailand accuses Cambodia of truce violation and Berlin’s ongoing blackout after infrastructure attack. Plus: the French antidote to Dry January.
Maduro appears in US court and Trump doubles down on Iran protest intervention
The latest reactions as Venezuela’s ousted Nicolás Maduro appears in Manhattan court and Trump renews his threat to intervene in Iran’s ongoing protests. And: Portugal’s presidential campaign kicks off. Plus: the movement to undam the world’s rivers and a look ahead to Pitti Uomo in Florence.
Venezuela and the ‘Monroe Doctrine’: What happened and who’s next?
After the weekend’s stunning display of Trumpian foreign policy, we explore US plans for Venezuela, as well as global and market reactions. Plus: wooden architecture makes a comeback in Japan and return-to-work fashions.
Friday 2 January
Georgina Godwin delivers Monocle Radio’s essential weekday news show, anchored from Midori House in London.
A look ahead to 2026
We discuss what 2026 has in store. Gorana Grgic on the future of Europe’s security landscape. Then: We review Pope Leo XIV’s first year and discuss his next steps with Juliet Linley. Plus: Monocle’s upcoming travel plans.
Wednesday 31 December
Emma Nelson delivers Monocle Radio’s essential weekday news show, anchored from Midori House in London.
Tuesday 30 December
Georgina Godwin delivers Monocle Radio’s essential weekday news show, anchored from Midori House in London.
Monday 29 December
Georgina Godwin delivers Monocle Radio’s essential weekday news show, anchored from Midori House in London.
