Monocle on Sunday

Petri Burtsoff, Monocle's correspondent in Helsinki and a Finnish culture expert, shares vibrant insights into Finland's unique Christmas traditions. He humorously contrasts Finnish and Swedish customs surrounding Santa Claus, revealing cultural quirks and the melancholic charm of Finnish holiday music. The conversation dives into the enchanting atmosphere of Rovaniemi, the heart of Santa tourism, while embracing the festive spirit. Listeners will be captivated by the rich tapestry of Christmas customs and the character of holiday celebrations in Finland.

Nina dos Santos, a seasoned broadcaster specializing in global affairs, and Andrew Tuck from the Monocle editorial team discuss festive themes from London's Christmas market. They explore Finland's branding of Santa as a diplomatic icon while dissecting Syria's complex geopolitical landscape. Camouflage in fashion takes center stage, revealing its cultural resurgence amid recession. Allegations of foreign interference spotlight Prince Andrew’s connections, while quirky Japanese cafes lead to insights on tourism and cultural exchanges.

Juliet Linley, a former Vatican correspondent, joins Andrew Tuck, Monocle's editor-in-chief, and Hannah Lucinda-Smith, Istanbul correspondent focusing on the Syrian conflict. They discuss the shifting power dynamics in Syria, the impact of recent diplomatic meetings, and the cultural significance behind them. The conversation also highlights Zurich's charm during the Christmas market, tales of urban innovation, and the latest in sustainable fashion trends. This festive dialogue weaves together politics, culture, and holiday cheer.

Joining the discussion are Juliet Linley, known for her sharp insights on current events, Gorana Grgić, a security studies expert offering geopolitical analysis, and Andrew Tuck, Monocle’s editor in chief, who shares his travel experiences. They explore the impact of urbanization on cultural heritage, delve into the chaos of counterfeit currency in Turkey, and unpack the latest in the Syrian conflict. Plus, discover the enchanting elements of Zurich's Christmas markets and how they stand out among Europe's festive offerings.

Juliet Linley and Chandra Kurt join Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, to discuss the weekend’s hottest topics. We also speak to Monocle’s executive editor, Christopher Lord, and get the latest news from Monocle’s Vienna correspondent, Alexei Korolyov. Plus: Katja Weber, the organiser of Zürich’s enchanting Christmas market at Bellevue, joins us to share her seasonal insights.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rainbow Murray joins Emma Nelson for a look through the week’s news, including Cop29 and a Marine Le Pen lawsuit. Plus: we head to Sydney for insights into the UBS Australasia Conference 2024 with Monocle’s Asia editor James Chambers. Then: Monocle’s France correspondent, Mary Fitzgerald, gives us the latest news from the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Schlesinger and Tessa Szyszkowitz join Emma Nelson in London for a look back at the week’s news, including the fallout from the US election. Plus: Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, joins from Sydney ahead of next week’s live broadcast of ‘The Globalist’ from the Harbour City. Finally, Monocle’s New Delhi correspondent, Lyndee Prickitt, gives us the latest headlines from India. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma Nelson, Nina dos Santos and Simon Brooke on the weekend’s biggest talking points. We also speak to Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, in Hong Kong. Plus: journalist and attorney, Jami Floyd, on Trump’s potential legal challenges and Monocle’s Balkans correspondent, Guy De Launey, on the latest news from the region.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eemeli Isohao is a senior researcher at ETH Zurich, Priska Amstutz specializes in communications at Kunsthaus Zürich, and Gorana Grgić focuses on peace mediation. They discuss the importance of human interactions in trust-building for negotiations, especially amidst digital dominance. The guests also tackle Japan's political climate and the evolving cultural landscape, including Halloween celebrations. Finally, Roger Rüegger shares insights on Zürich’s Jazznojazz Festival, emphasizing local sponsorship and the diverse music line-up, blending art with contemporary issues.

Juliet Linley, Myriam Zumbühl and Gabe Bullard join Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, to discuss the weekend’s hottest topics. We also speak to Monocle’s fashion director, Natalie Theodosi, about ‘Monocle on Fashion’ and get the latest news from the Nordic region with Monocle’s Helsinki correspondent, Petri Burtsoff. Plus: Jeremy Leslie gives us an insight into the world of print media ahead of Magculture’s live event in London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.