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Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

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The spy who cost $200bn: Will the Nvidia controversy topple the AI sector?

2026/11/10

Ukraine, the US and Russia are holding peace talks in Abu Dhabi. What is Europe risking by not being at the table? Then: the AI sector sheds billions amid an ongoing spy scandal and a looming Democrat Congress. Plus: we confess to our sweetest moments of revenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New governments, old allies: Are the US and Israel heading for faultlines or convergence?

2026/11/09

Will seismic government rebuilds in Washington and Tel Aviv create a rift between allies? Then: a new White House chief of staff. How has the role evolved in the Trump era? Plus: Booker Prize-winner Marlon James. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tale of two Chrises: New Zealand heads to the polls

2026/11/06

We get the latest from the ground as New Zealanders wake up to vote in a hotly contested election. Then: former political prisoner Vladimir Kara-Murza explains how lessons from South Africa can be applied to Russia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hiding in plane sight: Who is behind the bomb threats plaguing Europe’s aviation sector?

2026/11/05

Is hoax warfare behind the bomb threats that have affected at least 27 flights? Then: Serbia’s “system breakdown” and Denmark’s cancelled prank series. Plus: does the thought always count when it comes to gifting? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How optimistic can Democrat voters be after their historic midterm win?

2026/11/04

As blue voters celebrate across the US, we discuss the midterms’ impact. Then: is the Aukus submarine deal bad for Australia? Plus: should all cities have outdoor gyms? And: will Nasa’s falling telescope land on our heads? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bomb threats across Europe’s airports: Is this more ‘unconventional warfare’?

2026/11/03

Bomb threats coincide with attacks on Europe’s fridges. Then: the US midterms’ impact on the two-party system and the coalition of the willing’s first joint military drills. Plus: can “bloomscrolling” save the internet? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How one endorsement could upend a Senate race in the waning hours of the US midterms

2026/11/02

Simon Schuster explains why Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers ahead of the midterms. Then: Zoë Grunewald and Nik Gowing discuss endorsements, budgets and immigration. Plus: author Scott Anderson on the Shah’s fall in Iran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mass protests in Italy and Monocle’s weekly quiz

2026/10/30

We look at what’s driving Italy’s strikes as students and workers take to the streets. Then: what we learned in the last seven days and our weekly quiz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Close but not that close: Is associate EU member status still on the cards for Canada?

2026/10/29

We discuss why European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen continues to push for associate membership for Canada after dropping the title from a statement. Plus: how can London embassies make nice with the neighbours? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Alaska midterms scandal: Who Dan it?

2026/10/28

‘The New York Times’ reports that Democrats intended to stack the Alaska ballot with Dan Sullivans. Then: can Gulf states prevent fresh attacks on Iran by the US and Israel? Plus: could Viktor Orbán be the next UN secretary-general? And: should you break up with streaming services? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to consolidate power: Xi seeks more discipline at China’s plenum and Trump’s DOJ eyes the midterms

2026/10/27

China’s Xi looks for ‘rigorous party self-governance’, while Trump’s DoJ violates political neutrality ahead of midterms. Then: ‘You Can See Everything’ captures global attention. And: what’s in your crisis-ready stockpile? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lula’s surprising comeback: can he govern Brazil with a right-leaning Congress?

2026/10/26

Antônio Sampaio and Alex von Tunzelmann on Lula’s surprise win and whether he can govern Brazil. Plus: Can Europe’s protests be policed? Oxford Street goes car-free, and mayoral elections in Toronto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look ahead to Brazil’s runoff election and Monocle’s weekly quiz

2026/10/23

Fernando Augusto Pacheco brings us the latest as Brazil heads to the polls. Plus: what we learned this week. And: who will take the quiz crown? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Language problems: The global scramble to get back online after PHP flaw discovered

2026/10/22

A flaw in computer language led to the shutdown of websites worldwide this week. We examine the long tail of a mass cyber-security event. Plus: Can governments get out of the debt ‘doom loop’ ? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK fighter jets head to Saudi while Italian and French forces head to the streets

2026/10/21

Inzamam Rashid explains why UK fighter jets are being sent to protect Saudi cities. Then: Phil Clark and Erin O’Halloran explore whether troops on the ground in France and Italy will quell protests or fan the flames. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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55 reviews

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lolololol 12334 2024/08/07

Smug and Boring

I listened to this for 15 minutes but that was all I could take. The number one thing that makes podcasting interesting and informative is when the br...

★★★★★

FM*** 2022/09/30

Great daily news podcast

Great podcast covering the news with satisfying depth & breadth. But please stop booking Rebecca Tinsley - she’s torturous to listen to.

★★★★★

joeykol 2017/01/19

Best news podcast

Informative, very relevant global news, great interviews, and I love that the hosts have a sense of humor. I listen to all of the Monocle 24 podcasts...

★★★★★

.Joey. 2014/09/27

The best news podcast

Great news curation! My day always gets a little better with Andrew and Emma

★★★★★

Carson K. 2014/09/02

Good on its own, brilliant when Emma Nelson and Andrew Mueller are hosting

Emma Nelson and Andrew Mueller are the best presenting team I have heard since Sonia Deol and Henry Bonsu used to do the drive time news on BBC London...

★★★★☆

Noah Stephens 2012/09/23

Adding this to my news podcast regime.

A worthy addition to my news podcast roster.

★★★★★

hunterk1123 2012/09/06

The MD is a must!

Emma and Andrew are the fantastic.

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