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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.

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All Episodes

58:57

Israel’s plans to take over Gaza City and a peace...

The Globalist ·

2025/08/08

Israel announces plans to expand its offensive in Gaza and Beijing’s critical-minerals chokehold on the US military tightens. Plus: are Italy’s lidos having a renaissance or dying out?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:58

Turkey in the crosshairs as Trump mulls sanctions on...

The Globalist ·

2025/08/07

Turkey’s delicate balancing act as the Nato member faces possible US tariffs over its Russian oil ties. Plus: Lebanon’s push to disarm Hezbollah, a flick through the international newspapers and climate news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:50

What Brics, Donald Trump’s tariffs and Vladimir...

The Globalist ·

2025/08/06

Trump is threatening Brics nations, including India and Brazil, with rapidly rising tariffs over Russian oil. Moscow is hoping this will drive a further wedge between the Brics and the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:58

Intra-Korean relations and the dismantling of South...

The Globalist ·

2025/08/05

South Korea’s president, Lee Jae Myung, orders the removal of loudspeakers to reduce tension with Pyongyang. Plus: Witkoff in Moscow, luxury earnings takeaways and a musical round-up with Matt Wolf.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:52

Malaysia hosts Thai-Cambodia peace talks as ceasefire...

The Globalist ·

2025/08/04

Defence ministers and military commanders from Thailand and Cambodia meet in Malaysia following violent clashes last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:47

Trump raises Canada tariff to 35% as the world reacts...

The Globalist ·

2025/08/01

We explore the global economic consequences as President Donald Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffs begin with all eyes on Canada, Australia and India.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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59:00

The aftershock of Zelensky’s anti-corruption scandal

The Globalist ·

2025/07/31

As Ukraine’s parliament readies to vote on reversing last week’s rollback of anti-corruption laws, Andrey Kurkov sees cause for optimism.Plus: Trump puts pressure on India over its ties with Russia and transport news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:59

While the US threatens tariffs, Russia has been busy...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/30

We delve into Russia’s efforts to bypass Western sanctions and consider whether the country will respond to new US tariff threats. Plus: recognising a Palestinian state gathers steam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:51

As Thai and Cambodian militaries meet, can a...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/29

Monocle’s Asia editor, James Chambers, looks at whether a ceasefire agreed between Thailand and Cambodia, brokered by the US and Malaysia, will pass muster as military delegations meet today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:57

Taiwan’s recall elections and the future of air...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/28

We get an update about life on the ground in Kyiv. Then: recall elections in Taiwan shift relations with Beijing. And: Dubai Airport nears 100 million annual passengers milestone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:37

Macron says France will recognise a Palestinian...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/25

We discuss the diplomatic implications of president Macron stating that France will recognise a Palestinian state. Plus: the latest from the Thailand-Cambodia border and why the global economy is, so far, ignoring tariffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:59

China and the EU celebrate 50 years of diplomacy with...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/24

EU leaders head to Beijing as the war in Ukraine and rising trade tensions dampen Sino-European relations. Plus: the view from Kyiv and the Yokohama Museum of Art’s new exhibition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:55

Japan and the US announce an unexpected trade deal....

The Globalist ·

2025/07/23

The view from Tokyo as Japan and the US reach trade deal. Then: Iran, Russia and China debate a response to possible nuclear sanctions from the E3. Plus: the 82nd Venice International Film Festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:39

“The war in Gaza must end now” calls for an immediate...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/22

We examine the potential impact as 25 countries call for an end to the war in Gaza, accusing Israel of the inhumane killing of civilians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:46

The effects of Japan’s upper-house elections on a...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/21

We unpack the results of Japan’s upper-house elections, including their effects on the minority government of Shigeru Ishiba, the economy and Japan’s trade negotiations with Donald Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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57:45

Can South Africa keep its G20 presidency promises?

The Globalist ·

2025/07/18

As the G20 finance ministers gather for a second day in Durban, we discuss whether or not the host country’s presidency has lived up to its pledges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:35

Ukraine’s leadership shake-up as Washington ramps up...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/17

Ukraine undergoes its most significant government reshuffle since the start of the war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:59

The race to attract international students and the...

The Globalist ·

2025/07/16

Israel strikes Syria’s Druze city Suwayda overnight. New Zealand eyes international students spurned by the US and Australia. Plus: Monocle’s ‘Mediterraneo’ and the Emmy nominations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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57:51

US to deliver “top of the line” weapons to Ukraine

The Globalist ·

2025/07/15

Donald Trump hosts Mark Rutte at the White House and announces a new weapons deal for Ukraine. We get the view from Kyiv.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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58:30

Trump’s Ukraine U-Turn and the Moomins turn 80

The Globalist ·

2025/07/14

We unpack the reasoning behind Trump’s change of heart on Ukraine. Then: we address Turkey’s cultural clampdown as streaming platform Spotify threatens to pull out of the nation. Plus: Finland’s Moomins turn 80.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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