Monocle on Sunday Monocle on Sunday
Dec 29, 2024
In this engaging discussion, David Badanis, a political theorist known for his work on leadership, teams up with geopolitics expert Charles Hacker, author of "Zero Sum." They tackle the complexities of leadership in today's turbulent political landscape, contrasting authoritarian and balanced approaches. The conversation also delves into the importance of meaningful media in a screen-saturated world, the charm of local communities in declining urban settings, and the humorous absurdities of our current events, making for a lively and thought-provoking dialogue.
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Estonian Christmas
- Tyler Brulé enjoyed an Estonian Christmas dinner in Silvaplana.
- The mayor's Estonian wife co-runs a hotel and brought Estonian chefs to prepare the meal.
News Channel Critique
- Tyler Brulé criticizes rolling news channels for their negativity and suggests they need a revamp.
- He advocates for a return to more positive and substantive television programming.
Lost Hardware Store
- Tyler Brulé laments the closure of Eichholzer, a beloved hardware store in St. Moritz.
- He points to rising rents and the proliferation of nail bars as contributing factors to the loss of community.