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  The stakes of the Brazilian election and our favourite moments from Paris Fashion Week 02.10.2026 43Min.

  Robert Bound joins ‘The Monocle Daily’ Weekly Quiz. We head to São Paulo as Brazilians prepare to head to the polls. Plus: Argentina launches a new citizenship scheme and we’re off to Paris for the very best of fashion week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Iran and the US trade peace proposals and the government sets you up on a date 01.10.2026 36Min.

  As Iran and the US trade peace proposals, we examine realistic diplomatic paths forward. Then: the looming Bosnian and Brazilian elections. Plus: don’t tread on my love life – governments get involved in matchmaking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Flydubai flight emergency: what happens now? Plus: Iran tells the US to vote out Trump 30.09.2026 36Min.

  After a pilot was stabbed and a plane emergency landed, we get the view from Tel Aviv. Then: has the Iran war’s unpopularity given Tehran sway in US politics? Plus: amid a global museum boom, we visit some of our favourites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The politics of ‘Hope Again’: is optimism back or are voters exhausted by crises? 29.09.2026 33Min.

  As Andy Burnham gives his first Labour conference speech as UK leader, will his politics of hope strike a chord or ring hollow? Then: Tucker Carlson sits down with Andrew Tuck in Abu Dhabi. Plus: The beauty of complaining.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What’s the true cost of co-operation? 28.09.2026 42Min.

  As the UK investigates an incident near an RAF base that’s used by the US military and the EU discusses incorporating a Nato-style defence pact, Andrew Mueller asks his guests about the hidden risks of alliances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Is neutrality all that it’s cracked up to be? 25.09.2026 36Min.

  As Switzerland prepares to vote on enforcing its neutral status, Benno Zogg from the Swiss Federal Department of Defence explains what this would mean for security. Plus: will Rob Bound actually win the weekly quiz this time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Diesel shortages: How seriously should we take a potential US exports ban? 24.09.2026 38Min.

  Carole Walker and Anand Menon discuss Donald Trump’s threat to ban diesel exports. Plus: Australia’s OpenAI hack and the best places to retire. And: a preview of our new podcast, Konfekt Conversations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What can the US achieve by grounding Iranian flights? 23.09.2026 39Min.

  Will paralysing Iran’s airports help Washington? Then: Donald Trump calls Cuba a “failed state” and Bordeaux residents get a say in how their city’s money is spent. And: a novel way for bookworms to fall in love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Donald Trump speaks at the UN General Assembly – but is anyone still listening? 22.09.2026 36Min.

  The US president addresses the UN General Assembly amid a row over press freedom. Then: France responds to fuel protests and Seoul’s mayor pushes for more green city spaces. And: Do you feel younger than your actual age?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  A diplomacy special: the 81st UNGA, the Urban 20 Summit and lobbying in lobbies 21.09.2026 33Min.

  Leaders of the world flock to New York for the 81st edition of the United Nations General Assembly. Then: are US sanctions any more effective, or ethical, than military might? Plus: mayors of the world gather to swap urbanism tips. And: which hotel lobbies are best for lobbying? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why the first Duma elections since the outbreak of the Ukraine war matter to Russia 18.09.2026 28Min.

  Russians go to the polls across three days to elect a new State Duma. Then: The Michelin Keys list 2026, Burberry’s trench coat at the V&A and What We Learned.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Live from the Arab Media Summit 2026: Is there a future for the old-school news anchor? 17.09.2026 41Min.

  The Monocle Daily team broadcast live from the World Trade Centre for the Arab Media Summit. Tonight we ask: can foreign news organisations flourish in the UAE’s media landscape? Is there a future for the old-school news anchor and if so, what does it look like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Live from the Arab Media Summit 2026 16.09.2026 36Min.

  The Monocle Daily team broadcasts live from the World Trade Centre for the Arab Media Summit, taking the temperature of the region’s largest media gathering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What’s preventing progress when it comes to Israel negotiations? 15.09.2026 36Min.

  Ambassadors from Israel and Lebanon head to Washington for talks unlikely to produce a result. Then: Can Hungary’s fresh start be a blueprint for Europe? Plus: Monocle at the Arab Media Summit and would you buy a dupe design?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Do North Korean rockets and threats have new implications for South Korea and the US? 14.09.2026 37Min.

  Pyongyang boasts of new powers after Saturday's missile launches. Then: Is Rubio playing the right game; is Trump the “smart president” who can save us from AI; and could department-store sales hold hope for humanity?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Reflections on the September 11 anniversary, from London to New York 11.09.2026 52Min.

  Monocle’s Tyler Brûlé, Anita Riotta and Chris Cermak reflect on the 25th anniversary of September 11. Plus: the Japanese-American artist, Miya Ando, who designed London’s September 11 memorial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Ukraine strikes deep into the Russian Arctic’s gas heartland 10.09.2026 36Min.

  Ukraine hits the Russian Arctic in the deepest strike of the war to date. Then: Bayeux Tapestry mania in London and the escalator dilemma in South Korea. And: a preview of Konfekt’s Autumn issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Warned by Iran and pressured by the US: South Korea’s Strait of Hormuz dilemma 09.09.2026 36Min.

  What would happen if South Korea joined the war against Iran? Then: why are so many Republicans a no-show at Trump’s new convention? And: how closely should we listen to AI whistleblowers?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Backlash from Israel as the UK, France and Canada ban imports from West Bank settlements 08.09.2026 32Min.

  Israel angry as the UK, France and Canada ban imports from West Bank settlements. Then: Odesa considers prohibiting the Russian language in the arts. And: How could a ban on lying in politics be enforced?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Is Germany’s far-right firewall about to crumble? 07.09.2026 39Min.

  As the AfD wins in Saxony-Anhalt, how strong is Germany’s firewall against the far right? Then: Is the US concerned about Europe’s space agenda? And: How can a country bounce back after record tourist complaints?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.