Stephen DL

Tyler Brûlé, Editorial director of Monocle from St Moritz, joins Simon Brook, Stephen DL, and Mary Fitzgerald, Monocle's North Africa correspondent from Marseille. They delve into Britain's defense issues, contrasting intimate New Year celebrations with grand Parisian festivities. A lively debate emerges around the significance of Alexei Navalny's memoir and NATO's strategic shifts amidst rising tensions with Russia and China. Mary shares her winter swimming experiences, illuminating cultural perceptions and the invigorating joys of cold immersion.

Carlota Ribello, Lisbon correspondent covering NATO and local media resilience. Tyler Brûlé, editorial director reporting from Abu Dhabi on city life and retail. Stephen DL, Russia analyst focused on geopolitics and defence. Nina dos Santos, international news editor with geopolitical reporting. They discuss Abu Dhabi neighbourhoods and mall-running, Portugal’s NATO role and radio recovery, Art Basel preview, and global political and economic fallout.