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Swim & sun: a Monocle guide
July 20, 2023 23:00 - 1 minute - 22 MB VideoIn Monocle’s latest book, Swim & Sun, you’ll find our pick of the places in which to cool off when the mercury rises and plenty to get you dreaming about your next dip. We celebrate the joys of diving into the ocean, leaping into a river and allowing your limbs to stretch – and your mind to clear – as you simply swim. In its visually stunning pages, the guide celebrates the sunny pleasures on offer at our favourite beach clubs, urban pools and lakeside bathing spots. [So pick up a copy and ju...
Monocle preview: July/August issue, 2023
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 48 seconds - 5.36 MB VideoWho tops our liveable leaderboard? Monocle’s annual Quality of Life Survey puts the world’s best cities through their paces and profiles the urban centres on the up. We also get set for summer by gardening in Hiroshima, dining in Marseille and dancing in Mexico City. Plus: how Bratislava’s bass-playing, architect mayor is helping the city to find its groove. [Grab your copy today.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
Konfekt preview: Issue 11
June 08, 2023 09:29 - 45 seconds - 2.55 MB VideoLook on the bright side of life with [Konfekt’s dazzling summer instalment](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2337535/konfekt-issue-11/). Issue 11 is an ideal accompaniment to beachside lounging, featuring an alluring trip along Portugal’s untamed Atlantic coast, inspiring residences and a look at why rose oil is so valuable that it’s kept in a vault. Plus: Lebanese mezze, wild swimming and what to wear in the sun.
Monocle preview: June issue, 2023
May 30, 2023 09:16 - 45 seconds - 4.38 MB VideoEver dreamed of ditching the rat race for a life on the land? We meet the new Mediterranean farmers doing just that in the latest edition of Monocle. Issue 164 also includes an Art Special that puts collectors, galleries and this year’s Art Basel in the frame. Plus: a guide to the Venice Architecture Biennale and a rare venture into Syria. [Order your copy today.](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2326118/issue-164/)
Monocle preview: May issue, 2023
April 27, 2023 13:48 - 53 seconds - 5.12 MB VideoMonocle’s third annual Design Awards honour the top 50 objects, places and designers that have popped onto our radar over the past year. Expect stunning buildings, cosy furniture and saké in cans. Elsewhere in Issue 163, we find out how Russia recruits spies (and why it needs to), set up home at the world’s premier property fair and step out in spring fashion. [Grab your copy today.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
Monocle Radio
April 03, 2023 15:38 - 1 minute - 12.3 MB VideoMonocle Radio is our round-the-clock global audio service featuring live shows and podcasts that cover news, entrepreneurship, culture, design, urbanism, media and more.
Konfekt preview: Issue 10
March 30, 2023 13:15 - 47 seconds - 4.32 MB VideoThis issue of Konfekt celebrates the promise of spring, with bracing hikes, adventurous road trips and long dinners filled with sparkling discussion and searching debate. We’ll picnic on the cliffs of northern Corsica, journey along Slovenia’s coastline and check in to a new hotel in the heritage-rich village of Lefkara in Cyprus. Plus: chic looks, inspiring interiors and piquant Indonesian recipes. [Grab your copy today.](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2307621/konfekt-issue-10/)
Monocle preview: April issue, 2023
March 23, 2023 15:59 - 47 seconds - 4.78 MB VideoWhat’s in store for retail? Monocle’s Retail Survey checks out the global benchmarks in shopping, while our spring Style Directory rounds up the labels, designers and products on the radar of the sharpest dressers. Elsewhere, we go in-depth on the mystery of who blew up Nord Stream and reveal Paris’s best sandwich – and how to make it. [Order your copy today.](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2299788/issue-162/)
Spain: The Monocle Handbook
February 22, 2023 11:14 - 53 seconds - 9.18 MB VideoFollowing hot on the heels of Portugal: The Monocle Handbook is the second title in a new series of country-focused guides. This sunny book looks beyond the tourist haunts to present Monocle’s favourite spots across Spain, from Madrid and Málaga to the Balearic and Canary Islands. [Order your copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
Monocle preview: March issue, 2023
February 15, 2023 16:20 - 45 seconds - 6.67 MB VideoIs the future electric? That’s the question that Monocle is asking in its future of the car special. Our forward-looking report offers our verdict on self-driving cars, the auto industry’s next moves and the companies in pole position to take advantage. Plus: Australian architecture, Veja’s new office and Spam – no, really. [Grab a copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
Monocle preview: February issue, 2023
January 23, 2023 10:24 - 43 seconds - 4.37 MB VideoMonocle’s February issue is all about celebrating places that work, whether that’s a parliament, home or metro carriage. From a floating office to a school teaching children the rules of the road, we profile the locations that look good and work well for those who use them. Plus: Charleston’s hospitality boom and why you should learn Russian. [Order your copy today.](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2265275/issue-160/)
Monocle Christmas Market 2022
December 16, 2022 14:02 - 1 minute - 11.4 MB VideoTyler Brûlé and his merry team got festive last weekend with the annual Monocle Christmas Market at Midori House in London. Staff and shoppers browsed the stalls of some of our favourite brands and even met Santa and two of his reindeers.
The Chiefs: Dallas 2022
November 24, 2022 14:46 - 3 minutes - 35.1 MB VideoDelegates from around the world made their way to Dallas to attend The Chiefs summit, Monocle’s unique global gathering for the sharpest minds in business. Bringing together 100 international delegates and 10 speakers, The Chiefs offered fresh connections, keen insights and expert analysis. Watch the highlights and see more on [Monocle’s future events.](https://monocle.com/events/)
Monocle preview: October issue, 2022
September 20, 2022 08:13 - 53 seconds - 5.18 MB VideoMonocle’s October issue is all about making an effort, whether that’s designing a distinctive uniform for your business, decking out your apartment so that hosting is easy or sharpening up your autumn style. We cover it all. Plus: Will Brazil stick or twist as election day nears? [Grab a copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
Monocle preview: September issue, 2022
August 18, 2022 10:40 - 58 seconds - 4.95 MB VideoMonocle has its eyes on new frontiers, from health-tech breakthroughs in France to growing coffee in Sicily. Refreshed and revitalised from a summer break, we get back to work in three new media HQs and meet Dries Van Noten. Plus: the thinkers and fighters plotting Ukraine’s renaissance. [Grab a copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
The Monocle Companion
July 20, 2022 11:46 - 48 seconds - 10.3 MB VideoThe Monocle Companion has 50 inspiring essays to improve everything from your vacation to your vocation. Our first-ever paperback is packed with long-reads, inspiration and cheery ideas to make you happy. [Get your copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2179437/the-monocle-companion/)
Monocle preview: July/August issue, 2022
June 16, 2022 08:00 - 1 minute - 5.68 MB VideoSee if your city made the cut for our annual Quality of Life survey in Monocle's July/August issue, where we crunched the numbers and hit the streets to rank the world's most liveable cities. Elsewhere explore the business of language learning, brush up on the brands to help you stay sharp and see what songs should be on your summer soundtrack. [Grab a copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/])
Paris: The Monocle Quality of Life Conference 2022
June 15, 2022 14:39 - 2 minutes - 27.6 MB VideoMonocle’s seventh Quality of Life Conference brought together bold thinkers and daring creatives from around the world, who were all hosted at Chanel’s Le19M complex in the sunny French capital. Here are some of the highlights.
Monocle preview: May issue, 2022
April 21, 2022 08:30 - 49 seconds - 5.97 MB VideoMonocle’s latest issue sets out the benchmarks (and benches) for a better world as we put the 50 recipients of this year’s Monocle Design Awards in the spotlight. Elsewhere, we visit the rugged terrain of northern Norway to witness one of the biggest military drills in Nato’s history and George Town to explore how Malaysia’s tropical tech hub is booming. [Order your copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
The Monocle Quality of Life Conference Paris 2022
April 15, 2022 16:12 - 1 minute - 15.7 MB VideoMonocle believes in the value of investing time and energy into coming together to share ideas and spark debates that shape an informed world-view. This is what our Quality of Life Conference sets out to do by assembling the world’s boldest thinkers, industry leaders and cutting-edge creative talents for a real conversation on the things that matter to us all. [Get your tickets today.](https://conference.monocle.com/)
Monocle preview: April issue, 2022
March 24, 2022 08:09 - 54 seconds - 6.12 MB VideoMonocle’s April issue features our annual retail survey, a report from France ahead of its presidential elections, an interview with Fiat’s CEO on his electric ambitions and a visit to America’s oldest independent art school, plus much more. [Order your copy today from The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
Join the club
February 28, 2022 08:41 - 37 seconds - 7.43 MB VideoThere’s never been a better time to get a global take on the world. [Subscribe to Monocle](https://monocle.com/subscribe/) for an independent view on everything from international news and entrepreneurship to travel and design.
Monocle Preview: March issue, 2022
February 24, 2022 08:46 - 51 seconds - 6.18 MB VideoMonocle is 15 and our bumper March issue is a special edition packed with the kind of in-depth independent reporting that has made us a fixture of newsstands the world over. Inside we explore the world of deep-sea mining, meet the architects shaping Ghana’s capital, visit America’s new business frontier and much more. [Order your copy today through The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
Monocle preview: February issue, 2022
January 27, 2022 09:25 - 55 seconds - 5.66 MB VideoMonocle’s 150th issue is a humour special that also includes an interview with Finland’s prime minister Sanna Marin and celebrates ambitious city halls that inspire the metropolises they serve. [Order your copy now at The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/)
The Monocle Book of the Nordics
January 10, 2022 14:59 - 1 minute - 14.2 MB VideoFollowing in the footsteps of our best-selling titles The Monocle Book of Italy and The Monocle Book of Japan, this is a thrilling exploration of Europe’s northernmost reaches. Order your copy from [The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2066359/the-monocle-book-of-the-nordics/)
Monocle preview: December/January issue, 2021
December 02, 2021 10:07 - 51 seconds - 5.05 MB VideoMonocle’s December/January issue is packed full of insights and inspiration to see you through to the new year, from our annual Soft Power Survey to a look into Detroit’s thriving art scene. [Grab the issue now at The Monocle Shop.](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2066456/issue-149/)
The 2021 Monocle Christmas Market, London
November 30, 2021 14:04 - 2 minutes - 21.9 MB VideoMonocle’s Christmas market landed in our Midori House HQ with Glühwein, gifts, good cheer and reindeer last weekend. If you missed it, don’t despair, our [Zürich Christmas market will happen on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 December at Dufourstrasse 90.](https://monocle.com/events/the-monocle-christmas-market-zuerich-2021/)
War reporting, print’s future and being a TV anchor
November 02, 2021 09:05 - 4 minutes - 32.4 MB VideoFrom CNN’s Clarissa Ward on reporting in hotspots around the world to Magculture’s Jeremy Leslie on the future of print, here are some of the highlights from The Monocle Media Summit in London. [Listen to more from the annual event here.](https://monocle.com/radio/shows/the-stack/478/)
The Monocle Media Summit 2021
October 29, 2021 10:33 - 2 minutes - 21.3 MB VideoTV anchors, conflict reporters, radio presenters and magazine editors all shared the stage at The Monocle Media Summit and to mark Monocle 24’s 10th birthday in London. Watch some of the key moments from the day and [listen to further coverage from the event here](https://monocle.com/radio/shows/the-stack/478/).
Athens: The Monocle Quality of Life Conference
October 27, 2021 11:21 - 2 minutes - 27.3 MB VideoOver a sunny few days in the Greek capital, we gathered a select group of sharp thinkers, business brains and bold creators for Monocle’s Quality of Life Conference 2021. Here are some of the key moments from our sixth annual event.
Monocle Preview: November issue, 2021
October 21, 2021 09:49 - 52 seconds - 4.4 MB VideoMonocle’s picture-perfect November issue is a design special that sketches out the future of concrete and visits a Gio Ponti gem in Paris. Elsewhere, we take to the skies in an airship and tuck in to Berlin’s best ‘Currywurst’. Yum! Grab the issue now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2049584/issue-148/).
Reinventing the newsstand
October 19, 2021 15:43 - 1 minute - 16 MB VideoAt Monocle, we believe in the enduring power of the newsstand as a place to forge relationships, showcase the best of print and, for savvy brands, to create meaningful connections with customers offline.
The Monocle Book of Entrepreneurs
October 06, 2021 14:56 - 1 minute - 12.4 MB VideoOur new book includes canny case studies of 100 businesses that succeeded, ideas on where to base your business and advice from more than 50 industry experts on everything from finding funding to scaling up. Order your copy at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2022330/the-monocle-book-of-entrepreneurs/).
Monocle Preview: October issue, 2021
September 23, 2021 08:15 - 38 seconds - 3.51 MB VideoMonocle’s October issue has all the insights and inspiration you need to get going this autumn, from a sit-down with Estonia’s prime minister to a design special on rebuilding Beirut. Grab the issue now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2032912/issue-147/).
Konfekt – the inside story
August 27, 2021 17:30 - 3 minutes - 35.4 MB VideoLaunched in December 2020, [Konfekt](https://konfektmagazine.com/) is a smart, sumptuous magazine from the creators of Monocle. Edited between Zürich and London, this rich quarterly publication covers fashion, travel, drinking, dining, travel and design. We go behind the scenes to showcase the making of the magazine and to shine a spotlight on Konfekt’s chic understated glamour, convivial hospitality and sense of discovery.
Monocle Preview: September issue, 2021
August 19, 2021 09:00 - 1 minute - 8.6 MB VideoMonocle’s September issue steps inside some of the world's biggest newsrooms, going behind the set with trusted anchors and hearing how agencies stay agile. Elsewhere there's Saab's latest fighter jet and the Hong Kong centre where shoppers can work up a sweat at rooftop basketball courts. Grab the issue now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/2020605/issue-146/).
Monocle preview: July/August issue, 2021
June 24, 2021 17:30 - 1 minute - 8.38 MB VideoMonocle’s July/August issue marks the return of our annual Quality of Life special edition that is guaranteed to get you in the mood for the sunnier months. Review our index of the world’s 20 most liveable cities, our choices for your perfect summer playlist and an eagerly anticipated visit to the Venice Architecture Biennale. After a challenging year, it’s time to get excited for summer again.
Monocle preview: June issue, 2021
May 27, 2021 10:30 - 1 minute - 7.35 MB VideoMonocle’s June issue takes a whistle-stop tour through the world of transport. From the grand projects we’d like to see to a global rail revival, Monocle surveys the infrastructure, technology and savvy design keeping the world moving. We also touch down in Tokyo to meet the people behind the Olympic Games and survey top tips from leading art collectors. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1974145/issue-144/)
The Monocle Book of Homes
May 19, 2021 09:30 - 1 minute - 12.6 MB VideoAllow us to introduce you to our new publication, The Monocle Book of Homes. A guide to exceptional residences, the title is packed with beautiful photography, inspiring stories and few tips on making the most of your living space. So what are you waiting for? Come on in. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1961496/the-monocle-book-of-homes/)
Monocle preview: The Entrepreneurs 4, 2021
May 13, 2021 09:00 - 1 minute - 7.99 MB VideoYour future starts today. That’s the optimistic message that runs throughout the latest issue of The Entrepreneurs. In it we survey the best places to do business in 2021, from the cities bouncing back from the pandemic to the coastal technology hub riding the wave of success. Plus: start a hotel, open a shop and love the office again. Available at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1969445/the-entrepreneurs-issue-4/)
Monocle preview: May issue, 2021
April 29, 2021 09:00 - 1 minute - 12.6 MB VideoMonocle’s May issue lifts the lid on our picks of the world’s best-designed buildings and products in our inaugural Design Awards. From big names such as David Chipperfield to small pleasures like electric switches, we celebrate the makers refining our lives. Elsewhere, there’s custom dog food and glamorous grannies – what more could you want? Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1957927/issue-143/)
Partnering with Monocle 24
April 22, 2021 13:34 - 2 minutes - 19.6 MB VideoMonocle 24 is our round-the-clock global radio station, featuring live shows and podcasts covering news, foreign affairs, business, culture, design, urbanism, food and drink, print media and more. One of the things that’s driven its growth is our relationship with some of the world’s leading companies and how we create content with and for them.
Digital Editions: a step-by-step guide
April 14, 2021 09:00 - 1 minute - 1.98 MB VideoAll Monocle subscription options now include instant access to our Digital Editions so you can peruse our rich archive on the go. Plus, there are regularly updated features that you won’t find in print. Keen to know more? Press play to find out how to get most out of your subscription. Click [here](https://monocle.com/magazine/) to dive into the latest issue.
Monocle preview: April issue, 2021
March 29, 2021 17:46 - 1 minute - 16.5 MB VideoWondering how to direct your efforts? Monocle's April issue focuses on refreshing everything from your business to your wardrobe. We sit down with a bumper crop of interviewees, revisit Beirut to see how the city has rebuilt after the blast and go behind the scenes in a Hong Kong newsroom. Plus: plenty of recipes, culture and style recommendations and reportage. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1930929/issue-142/).
The Monocle Book of Italy
March 22, 2021 12:16 - 2 minutes - 19.7 MB VideoAllow us to introduce you to our new publication, The Monocle Book of Italy. Our latest title celebrates the much-loved Mediterranean nation through fantastic photography, witty illustrations and plenty of insightful writing. Join us for a colourful tour. Order your copy at the [Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1914623/).
Monocle preview: March issue, 2021
February 25, 2021 09:00 - 1 minute - 9.42 MB VideoMonocle’s optimistic March issue challenges us to do it better, whether that be by growing your own forest or running a cleaner, leaner business. We visit the cities bringing the wilderness back to urban life and find out why you can mend almost anything. Plus: nature’s fluffiest film stars. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1916210/issue-141/)
Monocle preview: February issue, 2021
January 21, 2021 06:31 - 1 minute - 11 MB VideoMonocle’s February issue encourages you to hit play on your ideas and ambitions for 2021. Whether you’re hoping to start a local newspaper (or a global one), revive your neighbourhood or set up a sauna in a tent, we have 50 ideas about how to make the year a success. Plus: we speak to Greece’s prime minister about strengthening the country’s national brand. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1904485/issue-140/)
Monocle 24 Radio
December 01, 2020 10:25 - 1 minute - 12.1 MB VideoMonocle 24 is our round-the-clock global radio station, featuring live news and shows covering foreign affairs, business, culture, design, urbanism, food and drink, print media and more. We also have a playlist to accompany you day and night. [Explore our shows](http://monocle.com/radio/shows/)
Monocle preview: The Forecast, 2021
November 05, 2020 11:13 - 1 minute - 8.46 MB VideoHands up who’s looking forward to 2021? Monocle is too and The Forecast is our optimistic and informed take on the year ahead. From the offices showing why communal working is here to stay to the changing world of espionage, our global coverage will put a spring in your step. Plus: which city comes top of our Small Cities Index? Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1836064/the-forecast-2021/)
Monocle preview: November issue, 2020
October 22, 2020 08:30 - 1 minute - 9.95 MB VideoAs a landmark US election approaches, Jane Fonda, Theaster Gates and Chris Wallace offer their thoughts on where the country should go next. Change elsewhere comes in the form of city farms, the latest design finds and an art fair redux. Plus: we survey North Rhine-Westphalia, a region on the up. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/product/1833371/issue-138/)