5 April 2025
Episode 661
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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.
5 April 2025
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Colin Chee and Elizabeth Price, ‘Never Too Small’
We speak with Colin Chee, founder of ‘Never Too Small’, and Elizabeth Price, editor of the brand’s new print title.
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Izzy Wedderburn, ‘New Mountain Magazine’
We speak with the founder of a magazine dedicated to all outdoor lovers, ‘New Mountain Magazine’.
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