Marta Lorimer

Tyler Brûlé, Monocle's editorial director based in Stockholm, teams up with Simon Brooke and Marta Lorimer to dive into this week's global headlines. They discuss Putin's peace talks about Ukraine and shifting tensions between India and Pakistan. Lyndee Prickett shares insights from New Delhi, while Lars Bevanger reports from Oslo, emphasizing Norway's complex relationship with stress despite its happy image. The conversation also covers cultural nuances like seasonal celebrations and the impact of weather on mood.

Join political journalist Theo Usherwood and Cardiff University lecturer Marta Lorimer as they tackle pressing geopolitical issues. They discuss Europe’s dilemma in supporting Ukraine and the growing pressure on Russia, emphasizing President Zelensky's strong stance on Crimea. The conversation also uncovers the challenges of uniting European leaders for military backing. Additionally, they explore Germany's shifting political landscape under the Christian Democrats and the impact of populism on engaging younger voters.

Marta Lorimer, a politics lecturer at Cardiff University, and Robin Lustig, a seasoned journalist and former presenter of The World Tonight, delve into Germany's political landscape. They discuss the controversial alliance between Friedrich Merz's party and the far-right AfD, weighing its potential risks and implications for centrist voters. The conversation also covers the challenges of fact-checking in a polarized media environment, the ongoing effects of historical biases, and the debate surrounding gender inclusion in traditional gentlemen's clubs.