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The Monocle Daily

Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

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36:21

The Netherlands becomes the first country to buy US...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/08/05

Justin Quirk and Terry Stiastny join Andrew Mueller to explore the first funding of US military equipment for Ukraine. Plus: why music festivals are turning up their wellness offering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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40:09

Israel’s military offensive in Gaza to free hostages...

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2025/08/04

Benjamin Netanyahu suggests expanding Israel’s military operations in Gaza to free hostages; Russia’s deadline for a deal approaches; the chaos engulfing the right in the UK; and Italy’s plan to tackle unpaid fines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

40:27

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine dominates agenda at the...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/08/01

We speak to Ukrainian Nobel laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk at the Helsinki+50 Conference. Then: The White House’s ambitions to build a new ballroom and we raise a glass to National Spritz Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

36:38

How will recognising a Palestinian state affect...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/31

As Trump’s tariff deadline looms, we assess what recognition of a Palestinian state means for trade deals with Washington. Then: why Europe’s roads aren’t war-ready and the importance of influencers in politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

40:26

The death of popularity: Why are no politicians liked...

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2025/07/30

Approval ratings for leaders in the US and UK are slumping, we unpack why global politics seems so fragmented. Plus: The fallout from Tehran’s water crisis and the reason behind a Regency literature revival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

39:13

The UK sets out a plan to conditionally recognise the...

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2025/07/29

The UK’s prime minister, Keir Starmer, announces a plan to recognise the state of Palestine. Then: Washington and Beijing hold a second day of trade talks. Plus: how important is ice in a drink?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

38:16

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza and why European...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/28

Yossi Mekelberg and Patricia Cohen look at the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Europe’s reaction to the trade deal with the US, Moscow’s launch of direct flights to Pyongyang and “Ghosts of Iron Mountain”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

43:17

Fancy paying the US Treasury’s $37.1trn debt? There’s...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/25

As the “gifts to reduce the public debt” website causes a stir in the US with a new payment method, Monocle’s in-house team joins to discuss splitting the bill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

39:19

Pragmatism vs politics at the China-EU summit

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2025/07/24

As Brussels and Beijing mark 50 years of diplomacy, we discuss how simmering tensions might scupper progress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

44:38

Israel passes motion backing annexation of the West Bank

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/23

As the Knesset votes in favour of imposing “Israeli sovereignty” on the West Bank, we discuss how this symbolic gesture could eventually result in concrete action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

40:02

Is al-Sharaa’s Syria failing to live up to Western...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/22

As indirect talks between Syria and Israel resume, we discuss what lies ahead for the country’s interim leader as the fragile Druze-Bedouin ceasefire holds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

38:49

Growing global frustrations with Netanyahu. Plus: How...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/21

As Israel launches an offensive in Deir al-Balah, we discuss the US’s waning patience with Benjamin Netanyahu. Then: India and China repair ties and European nations look to incentivise a return of their diaspora.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

41:58

Will Ukraine become a testing ground for new, foreign...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/18

After a dramatic week in Ukraine, we discuss what futures lie ahead for the country’s struggle against Russia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

37:26

Merz-Starmer summit in London: Will Germany and the...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/17

The UK’s Keir Starmer and Germany’s Friedrich Merz reach a security pact and pledge mutual defence. Can they help Europe step up after a deal to purchase US weapons and steer them towards Ukraine?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

37:50

Tariffs, budgets and politics: how the West is...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/16

Our panel considers whether or not countries should retaliate against Trump’s tariffs, if budgets announced by France and others will get deficits in order and if the public will back any of this?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

40:28

Israel strikes tanks in Syria amid violent clashes...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/15

As violence breaks out in Syria again, Tara Kangarlou and Olga Tokariuk join Andrew Mueller to discuss what this spells out for the future of the country and relations with Israel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

36:24

Deal or no deal? Trump gives Russia 50 days to make...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/14

The latest as Donald Trump gives Russia a ceasefire deadline, threatening secondary tariffs. Plus: reactions to his plan to arm Ukraine via Europe, announced at a White House meeting with Nato chief Mark Rutte.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

42:56

What’s next for US-Ukraine relations as world awaits...

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2025/07/11

Chris Cermak and Julia Lasica analyse whether this time is different for US-Ukraine relations as Trump telegraphs a major announcement for Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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40:41

The UK and France reach historic nuclear-cooperation...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/10

Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer reached a series of deals on nuclear cooperation, defence and migration. We analyse the negotiations that suggest there’s life yet in the Anglo-French relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

40:09

Will Gaza finally get a ceasefire – and can the US...

The Monocle Daily ·

2025/07/09

Israel and Hamas are reportedly nearing a ceasefire, with the Trump administration acting as a guarantor that Israel will stick to the terms. Yossi Mekelberg and Terry Stiastny discuss the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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