The Monocle Weekly

Monocle Radio’s senior correspondent, Fernando Augusto Pacheco, speaks with Belgian-Chinese musician Bolis Pupul about his forthcoming album, ‘Letter To Yu’, a homage to his late mother.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle Radio’s senior correspondent, Fernando Augusto Pacheco, speaks with Toronto-born singer Allie X about her new self-produced album, which is heavily influenced by the sounds of the 1980s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle Radio’s Laura Kramer speaks with Grammy-winning composer Lorne Balfe about his latest project, the spy comedy *Argylle*. Balfe reflects on his impressive career and working with the likes of Michael Bay, Matthew Vaughn and Hans Zimmer. Plus: how The Beatles’ last song, ‘Now and Then’, ended up on his new film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle Radio’s senior correspondent, Fernando Augusto Pacheco, speaks with Jeffrey Wright of ‘American Fiction’, a satirical film nominated for five Oscars, including Best Actor for Wright. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle Radio’s senior correspondent, Fernando Augusto Pacheco, speaks with Alexander Payne, director of ‘The Holdovers’, a dramatic comedy that’s getting Oscar buzz. Set in the 1970s, it follows three lonely people at a New England boarding school over a winter break. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle’s Steph Chungu speaks to American musician Jon Batiste about the documentary ‘American Symphony’. He shares the journey that leads up to the symphonic performance, while his partner, Suleika Jaouad, undergoes cancer treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob van den Oord, CEO of Langham Hospitality Group, shares insights from his impressive 25-year journey with the company. He discusses the group's record performance, particularly in London and the U.S., and its ambitious expansion plans with 12 new hotel openings on the horizon. Bob highlights the flagship Langham London, known for its iconic afternoon tea and vibrant culinary scene, while also addressing challenges in markets like China and Australia. His reflections on the recovering atmosphere in Hong Kong add a hopeful tone as tourism rebounds.

Monocle Radio’s senior correspondent Fernando Augusto Pacheco speaks with the founder and designer of Brazilian brand Handred. For the latest collection of the brand, he teamed up with the Sergio Rodrigues Institute to create a beautiful collection inspired by the Brazilian furniture designer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle Radio’s senior correspondent Fernando Augusto Pacheco speaks with the owner of HMV, Doug Putman, about the reopening of its iconic flagship shop on London’s Oxford Street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle Radio’s senior correspondent, Fernando Augusto Pacheco, speaks with David Monson, general manager of the recently opened Broadwick Soho in London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.