The Briefing

<p>A pacy round-up of the day’s main news stories, anchored from London by a Monocle editor. The show features informed reporting, prescient business analysis and invaluable industry reports covering everything from technology to aviation and retail to media.</p>

Tyler Brûlé is joined by Jean-Claude Biver for a look at the art of watchmaking

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12-24
29:33

Tuesday 23 December

Chris Cermak delivers a fast-paced news round-up, anchored from Midori House in London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-23
30:54

Monday 22 December

Chris Cermak delivers a fast-paced news round-up, anchored from Midori House in London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-22
34:48

Reforming the US-Israel relationship and how behavioural science shapes urban policy

Andrew P Miller, the former deputy assistant secretary of state for Israeli-Palestinian affairs, on how Washington and Tel Aviv’s relationship should change. Plus: a new insight into urban policy and Konfekt’s best hosting tips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-19
30:14

Who will be the UK’s new ambassador to the US?

The race is on to find a new British ambassador to the United States, following the dismissal of Peter Mandelson. Plus: a look at the Italian front pages and a Christmas-themed edition of ‘The Global Countdown’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-18
30:50

“The time to build” at the UN Global Refugee Forum 2025, and Brazil’s 2026 forecast

We delve into the big year ahead for Brazil and discuss how to remain optimistic in meeting the challenges facing refugees around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-17
31:57

How can Europe succeed in the Trump era? Plus: design gifts for the holidays

We discuss whether Europe can shirk its rather submissive reaction to Trump’s second administration. Then: we hop on a new train to the Alps and pick out design gifts for the holidays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-16
32:13

The international community weighs in on the Bondi shooting and Thailand’s next election

As Australia reels from the shooting in Bondi beach, how is it being seen globally? Plus: Thailand calls for fresh elections and the new plans for Dracula Land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-16
28:23

Is Gaza’s US-brokered ceasefire moving ahead or failing?

We discuss the worsening political and humanitarian situation in Gaza as Palestinians remain caught between the first two phases of the US-imposed ceasefire. Plus: the Thailand-Cambodia conflict enters its fifth day, business news and Monocle’s winter series continues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-12
32:05

Fresh crisis in Yemen threatens to split the Gulf region

Monocle’s Gulf correspondent joins to discuss tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Plus: Trump gives Nvidia OK to sell chips to China, Christmas-party fashion tips and our look-back edition of ‘The Global Countdown’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-11
32:27

Is the transatlantic relationship facing a major crisis?

As the US president labels European leaders as “weak”, we discuss what lies ahead for the transatlantic alliance. Plus: the winner of the Turner Prize is announced and the best Christmas presents from the world of print. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-10
31:52

Thailand and Cambodia’s border feud escalates and the latest in urban-mobility design

We get the latest from Bangkok as the border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia turn deadly. Is de-escalation possible? Then: We weigh in on Saiki, Belgrade and Paris’s latest rail revamps. Plus: What can Miami teach the world about design? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-09
26:41

European leaders huddle with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky

The Ukrainian president is in London for another high-stakes meeting after Donald Trump accused him of being less co-operative than Vladimir Putin. Plus: Slovenia’s Eurovision boycott and one year of Syria without Bashar al-Assad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-08
29:53

Germany and France’s generational split over pensions. Plus: four nations boycott Eurovision over Israel’s participation

Pensions continue to be an ongoing source of political instability in Germany and France, we unpack why. Then: Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel's participation. Plus: we meet Anna Nash, president of Explora Journeys, at ILTM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-05
30:01

The Dominican Republic: Caught between Trump’s America and Venezuela’s Maduro

The Dominican Republic has allowed the US military to operate on its territory as the Trump administration prepares for further strikes on Venezuela. We get the view from the ground in Santo Domingo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-04
33:12

The Gulf states look towards a joint defensive strategy at the 46th GCC summit

As Gulf leaders convene for the 46th GCC summit during a tense time for the region, we discuss what role the US could play in a joint defence plan. Plus: Design Miami, how taxes might have birthed civilisation and the International Luxury Travel Market in Cannes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-03
38:59

LVMH and Armani appoint new boards, and the far right in South America

Luxury fashion groups LVMH and Armani look to the future as they shuffle their boards. Plus: what can recent elections tell us about the state of the far right in South America? Then: we’re live from Cannes for the International Luxury Travel Market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-02
27:14

Macron hosts Zelensky in Paris as Nato signals a more ‘aggressive’ stance

Foreign editor Alexis Self discusses a ‘pivotal week’ for diplomacy as Macron and Zelensky meet in Paris. Plus: a documentary about Pulitzer-winning war photographer Lynsey Addario. And: Monocle’s Switzerland Handbook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12-01
37:47

Viktor Orban meets with Putin as Ukraine’s corruption scandal worsens

As Hungary’s prime minister travels to Moscow for talks on Ukraine, Zelensky’s top aid is investigated for corruption. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-28
28:10

Macron unveils military service plan to counter Russian threat

Emmanuel Macron details a new plan for voluntary military service in France. Plus: Highlights from The Monocle Weekender in Abu Dhabi and The Global Countdown in Cambodia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-27
30:44

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