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Monocle’s unrivalled coverage of news and current affairs kicks off on weekdays with ‘The Globalist’ at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Anchored from London and Zürich, join our editors for insight and opinion on the big current affairs and business stories of the day and a review of the European front pages. Nominated for Best Daily Podcast in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.

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Talks begin in Dubai for the World Governments Summit

2026/02/03

We join our team at the World Governments Summit in Dubai for the latest from the event. Plus: the low-down on Singapore Airshow and a check-in from Spain’s annual global tourism fair, Fitur. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keir Starmer heads to Japan and the World Governments Summit kicks off in Dubai. Plus: the Grammy Awards

2026/02/02

UK prime minister Keir Starmer lands in Japan as he looks to improve his nation’s ties with East Asia. Plus: we head to Dubai for the World Governments Summit and to Los Angeles for the Grammy Awards. Then: the business behind couture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Venezuela opens up its oil industry. Plus: a look ahead at Costa Rica’s presidential elections

2026/01/30

We look at the new law allowing foreign companies to operate in Venezuela’s oil industry, and what that means for the country. Then: France’s push for digital sovereignty. Plus: Emma Nelson samples the UK’s best croissant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mexico calls off oil shipment to Cuba and US escalates Iran strike threats

2026/01/29

Mexico’s president insists that halting oil to Cuba is a “sovereign” decision. Then: US military builds up in the Gulf as President Trump tells Iran that time is “running out”. Plus: A look inside Monocle’s February issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gaza’s Rafah crossing to reopen and the ‘mother of all deals’ agreed between EU and India

2026/01/28

Israel says that it will reopen the key border crossing with Egypt after nearly two years. Then: we look into the details of the landmark free-trade agreement between India and the EU. Plus: the latest from Mozambique as the country suffers ongoing floods. And: K-pop soft power in Mexico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

European commitment to renewable energy and security cooperation in the North Sea

2026/01/27

Ten countries, including the UK, back a vast fleet of offshore wind projects in the North Sea and outline security co-operation. Then: Life in Iran, and high jewellery at Paris Couture Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japan dissolves parliament: Will the gamble pay off?

2026/01/26

Japan prime minister Sanae Takaichi’s 12-day election campaign gets under way. And: why Ukrainian Fashion Week has been rescheduled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wrapping the week in Davos: Greenland, Ukraine and Trump’s Board of Peace

2026/01/23

We analyse a furious week of heavyweight diplomacy and conflict at the World Economic Forum in Davos, including Donald Trump, Mark Carney’s ‘rupture’, Greenland and Ukraine-Russia peace talks. Juliet Linley and Gorana Grgić tell us how the world order is changing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump climbs down from escalating Greenland threats

2026/01/22

US President announces a ‘framework of a future deal’. We look at what’s next. Then: we check in from the World Economic Forum in Davos and speak to the mayor of Nuuk. Plus: the latest in the world of culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will anyone stand up to Donald Trump at Davos?

2026/01/21

Trump is set to appear at Davos as he continues to undermine key allies. Then: Spain in mourning after deadly train crash and Syria’s fragile ceasefire hangs in the balance. Plus: Dispatches from Nuuk and LVMH Watch Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump’s first year back: Is he making America great again?

2026/01/20

At its one-year mark, we assess the Trump’s administration’s global impact. Plus: we join our team in Nuuk for the latest in Greenland and head to the World Economic Forum in Davos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Economic Forum kicks off in Davos

2026/01/19

As the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum begins, we unpack this year’s theme of dialogue amid geopolitical tensions. Plus: the big moments of Milano Fashion Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Trump send the US military to quell protests in Minnesota?

2026/01/16

The US president threatens to invoke the “Insurrection Act” in Minnesota. Plus: How Thailand and Brazil view a US pause on visas, Greece’s civil aviation head resigns and tropical fruit farming comes to Sicily. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran threatens retaliation for any US strikes as American troops are evacuated from Middle East bases

2026/01/15

Is a US strike on Iran imminent? Our Gulf correspondent joins to detail what US evacuations from key bases in the Middle East signals. Then: foreign ministers from Greenland and Denmark at the White House. Plus: our design editor on the highlights at Maison&Objet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Trump win the fight against Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell? Plus: Finnish technology

2026/01/14

Pushback against the investigation into Fed chair Jerome Powell grows. What does that mean for markets? Then: Russian strikes in Ukraine leave millions without power. Plus: the latest news from Japan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4.3 out of 5

123 reviews

★★★★★

DJ1966pgh 2025/07/07

Required listening

I listen everyday. Monocle is lifeblood. Georgina Godwin is easily the most underrated and greatest host of all time. Andrew Mueller is also extreme...

★★★★★

Paulus Invictus 2024/08/22

My Go-To For World News

The format has extensive coverage of some major events as well as a briefing of news articles across the globe. The quality hosts and knowledgeable g...

★☆☆☆☆

Blaggarth 2025/05/10

Subpar

Unfortunately there is no escape from biased news reporting. I listen to get a full spectrum view of global news, but it can be challenging at times t...

★☆☆☆☆

Tyrone_Jacks4 2024/12/14

Zelenskyyyyy

I thought the little money launderer said he would be fighting on the front lines? What a joke

★★★★★

gelfie 2022/04/19

Always excellent

My go-to podcast for objectivity and news not covered elsewhere

★☆☆☆☆

ohhhhhdanny 2024/04/15

Good for an international perspective but

If you’re an American wanting an international POV this gives you a good eye dropper of global news but their coverage of the conflict in Gaza is wil...

★☆☆☆☆

Ilikeabalancedview 2022/10/05

No objectivity

It’s another loudspeaker for far left political activists.

★☆☆☆☆

AvinP 2022/08/15

Less news more opinions

Started listening podcasts sometime back. Length and coverage is good, but they give less of news and more opinions. The opinions are very much biased...

★☆☆☆☆

Ball Action 2022/06/30

Grain of Salt

Anything from Monocle has to be take. With a grain of salt. This is a far left broadcast and a new world order and Biden administration supporter. Jus...

★★★★★

the good german 2021/09/10

Great world politics podcast

Interesting guests and not always following the headlines!

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