Monocle's editors travel the world to interview leading figures in politics, business, culture, design, and media. Each episode offers thoughtful conversations and fresh viewpoints from notable global voices. Listeners get sharp analysis and behind-the-scenes insights into the stories shaping our world.
Episodes
Aline Asmar d’Amman and the remarkable renovation of Paris’s iconic Hôtel de Crillon
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Lebanese-born architect and interior designer Aline Asmar d’Amman, the artistic director behind Hôtel de Crillon’s multi-year restoration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Benoit Racle on his generous and premium approach to hospitality
Monocle's Grace Charlton meets president of global premium brands at Accor Benoit Racle, who discusses his strategy for good hospitalitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A visit to Brazilian architect Isay Weinfeld’s office in São Paulo
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets celebrated Brazilian architect Isay Weinfeld at his office in São Paulo. They discuss Isay’s latest projects including Cine Tutu and the new Rodeio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Haai on her club-focused record, ‘Digitise’
Tom Webb sits down with Haai to discuss the power of long DJ sets, working with choirs and finding new ways to bring people to the dance floor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Electronic musician and score writer Fatima Al Qadiri brings Arabic to the dancefloor
Senegal-born Kuwaiti musician Fatima Al Qadiri talks about her new EP, ‘3TWI’, on celebrated British record label Hyperdub and how her international upbringing influences her work as a solo artist and film-score producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Artistic polymath and ‘Sinners’ star Saul Williams
We meet American musician, poet, author, actor and activist Saul Williams. He tells us about his album ‘Leap Life’ and debut nonfiction book ‘Songs My Mother Taught Me’, plus his role in Oscar-winning horror film ‘Sinners’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In conversation with Tishani Doshi
Monocle Radio's Georgina Godwin meets poet and journalist Tishani Doshi, following the release of her fifth poetry collection Egrets, While War.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The siblings behind Malik Acid
Monocle Radio's Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Missy Flynn and Cameron Malik-Flynn from Malik Acid, the go-to agency for cool drinks and food, always connected to the world of art and design. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An interview with Danielle Ponder
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Danielle Ponder. They discuss her powerful new album, ‘Everything Has Changed’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ola Sars, founder of Soundtrack
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Ola Sars, founder of Soundtrack, a streaming service that offers some 150 million licensed music tracks to more than 110,000 businesses across 75 countries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Leon Bridges on his joyous new album, ‘Happiness Anytime’
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets singer-songwriter Leon Bridges, who discusses his new album, ‘Happiness Anytime’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Graphic designer Tina Charad on working with Quentin Tarantino and her pivot to ceramics
We meet Hollywood’s go-to graphic designer Tina Charad to discuss building worlds for Quentin Tarantino and designing for commercials for Apple and Chanel, as well as her work in ceramics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In conversation with Carminho on Portuguese Fado
Joana Moser meets Carminho to discuss Fado’s contemporary relevance, her Latin Grammy Awards nominations and the ideas behind her upcoming performance in London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Popa, the Lithuanian pop star singing about Italy’s Dolce Vita
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Lithuanian-born, Milan-based singer-songwriter and fashion designer Popa. They discuss her new album, Nuda Proprietà.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A conversation with Pierre Jochem from La Mamounia, Marrakech
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Pierre Jochem, general manager at La Mamounia – a legendary hotel and defining icon of the Moroccan city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The sunny sounds of Collect 200
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets British-Canadian duo Collect 200. Their sunny debut album, Everything Will Be Alright, has been streamed more than 50 million times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ukrainian singer Zlata Ognevich on music, Eurovision and being a cultural ambassador in times of war
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Ukrainian singer Zlata Ognevich, who talks about music, Eurovision and being a cultural ambassador in her country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Le Bon Marché’s celebration of Japan
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Jennifer Cuvillier, style director for Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche and La Samaritaine. She introduces us to Super Japon, a celebration of the Japanese konbini featuring more than 100 brands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brazilian chef Alberto Landgraf on his new cookbook and the move from physics to food
Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Brazilian chef Alberto Landgraf to discuss how he switched from physics to food, and his first cookbook, ‘Oteque: Ideas, Principles, Recipes, Stories and Connections’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sarah Andelman and Melissa Menta on fashion and Peanuts
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco meets Sarah Andelman, the founder of creative consulting company Just an Idea and Melissa Menta, SVP of global brand and communications for Peanuts, to talk about Snoopy in Style NYC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jannis Stürtz, the man behind Habibi Funk Records, on his new label
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco speaks with Habibi Funk founder Jannis Stürtz. He tells us about his new label, Audible Beauty, and an upcoming compilation of Beirut's city pop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Silva on his breezy new album ‘Rolidei’, our album of the summer
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco speaks with Brazilian singer Silva about his new album Rolidei, a collection of breezy, summery songs inspired by the sea and the sounds of Carnival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chase & Status on life on tour and making music that lasts
Monocle Radio’s Tom Webb speaks with Chase & Status backstage for their show with Cupra in Shoreditch about their new music, life on tour and the lessons that they have learnt over two decades in the industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Valentino Vivace – a bright star in the world of Swiss pop
We hear from Swiss musician Valentino Vivace, one of the most exciting voices in Swiss pop music today. Known for his groovy Italo disco beats, Vivace takes a more introspective approach in his new album Oscillare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ebs Burnough – the man behind Sundance’s move to Boulder
US filmmaker, producer and chair of the Sundance Institute Ebs Burnough tells us about the festival’s move to Boulder and more about his former job at the White House during the Obama administration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From CSS frontwoman to visual artist, we hear from Luísa Matsushita
Visual artist Luísa Matsushita tells Monocle about her new exhibition with Aberto at São Paulo’s Teatro Cultura Artística. The former CSS frontwoman also explains how she found her calling in painting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brazilian musician Muca discusses his new album ‘Beleza’
We speak with Brazil-born and London-based musician Murillo Sguillaro, known as Muca, about “Beleza”, a soulful and breezy new album made alongside bossa nova legend Roberto Menescal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The siblings behind Charvet, France’s oldest shirtmaker
We speak with Anne-Marie and Jean-Claude Colban, the siblings behind France’s oldest shirtmaker, Charvet. The house was acquired by Chanel early in July, so we paid a visit to hear more about the Charvet story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Palestinian-Italian singer Tära, the queen of Arab’n’B
We speak with Palestinian-Italian singer Tära about her new EP, ‘Zefiro’, a delightful fusion of R&B and Middle Eastern music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An introduction to ‘Monocle Meets’
Monocle’s Tom Edwards, Fernando Augusto Pacheco and Andrew Mueller introduce you to ‘Monocle Meets’, a new show featuring one-to-one conversations with exciting names.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
