
The Globalist
Monocle’s unrivalled coverage of news and current affairs kicks off on weekdays with ‘The Globalist’ at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Anchored from London and Zürich, join our editors for insight and opinion on the big current affairs and business stories of the day and a review of the European front pages. Nominated for Best Daily Podcast in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.
Latest episodes

Mar 28, 2025 • 55min
JD Vance in Greenland and a Polish-election preview
Bruno Kaufmann, a global democracy correspondent, dives into the strategic importance of Greenland amidst U.S. foreign policy shifts, especially with JD Vance's upcoming visit. Meanwhile, Professor Alex Serbiak analyzes the far-right's rising influence in the Polish elections and the impact of migration on public sentiment. Claudine Fry offers insights into the geopolitical dynamics at play. Together, they explore how these interconnected events shape the global political landscape and reflect on broader issues resonating across nations.

Mar 27, 2025 • 58min
Live from Paris: Macron hosts new Ukraine coalition summit
Frances Collings offers expert insights into the Ukraine coalition summit hosted by Macron, highlighting military aid and European security dynamics. Andrew Tuck and Simon Bouvier discuss Monocle's latest edition and the media's portrayal of Zelensky’s visit. Ariel Renoud shares innovative approaches to business education tailored for entrepreneurs, while DJ Anaïs Candado promotes safer nightlife for women in Paris's music scene. Sophie Grove introduces the new spring issue of Confect magazine, focusing on exquisite design and interiors.

Mar 26, 2025 • 59min
Out with the old: Germany’s new Bundestag
Germany’s parliament has convened for the first time since February’s elections but the country is still waiting for a new governing coalition. Then: will former Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro face trial? Plus: why a Cuban delegation is visiting Moscow, good news for Airbus and a posthumous exhibition by Japanese musician Ryuichi Sakamoto in Tokyo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 2025 • 58min
Turkey protests and Bangkok Auto Salon 2025
The latest from Istanbul following a crackdown on protests against the arrest of the main opposition leader. Then: residents of Paris make a landmark decision that could transform how people move through the city’s historic streets. And: have a special report from Syria on its recovery and stability in a post-Assad era. Plus: We check in to Bangkok Auto Salon 2025 and speak to one of the winners of the Windham-Campbell Prize, Roy Williams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 24, 2025 • 59min
Ukraine and Russia delegations in Riyadh and Canada’s snap election
Teams from both Kyiv and Moscow are back in Saudi Arabia for separate talks with the US. Meanwhile, Canada’s new prime minister, Mark Carney, calls a snap general election for a month’s time and Zürich narrowly approves a ban on digital advertising screens and most commercial adverts in public spaces. Plus: Greek tourism minister Olga Kefalogianni assures international travellers that Santorini is “fully prepared” to welcome visitors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 2025 • 58min
Europe’s peacekeeping plan for Ukraine and the IOC’s new president
Europe’s response to the plan for peacekeepers in Ukraine and developments surrounding the potential ceasefire with Russia. Then: the International Olympic Committee votes in a new president and the South Pacific looks to welcome in the world’s latest country. Plus: what to expect when Art Basel returns to Hong Kong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 2025 • 58min
Trump and Zelensky speak: what comes next?
As the US and Ukrainian presidents speak for the first time since their awkward meeting at the White House, we look at what progress can be made to end the war with Russia. Then: former president of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte awaits a hearing at the International Criminal Court, the mayor of Istanbul is arrested and we look at the power struggle between the US and China over the Panama Canal ports deal. Plus: could the new Starline rail project change European mobility? And we unpack the IFPI’s ‘Global Music Report 2025’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 2025 • 59min
Live from Paris: Macron heads to Berlin and the latest in Parisian design
As our guests flock to 16 Rue Bachaumont for our first Paris-based broadcast of ‘The Globalist’, we’ll discuss the EU’s response to the call between Trump and Putin, Macron’s visit to Berlin, Printemps’ American debut and the latest in Parisian design.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 2025 • 1h 1min
Can Trump and Putin’s call end the war?
As Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin continue to negotiate a potential ceasefire in Ukraine over the phone, what concessions are on the table? Plus: why gemstones are a sparkling investment choice and is Switzerland’s neutrality waning?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 17, 2025 • 59min
Trump vows to continue striking the Houthis
As US strikes on Yemen continue, Julie Norman joins Emma Nelson to discuss why this plan might lead to further escalation. Plus, the latest conditions for a ceasefire from Russia, a flick through the international papers, design news and a look at why Bible sales are soaring in the UK.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.