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Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Networks:

Monocle

Description:

Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.

Language:

English

Contact:

Midori House, 1 Dorset Street, London, W1U 4EG, UK +44 20 7725 4388


Episodes
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Wings of change

2/26/2025
We discuss clean-mobility breakthroughs with two founders pushing the boundaries of flight. Plus: how their innovations are reshaping the nearly $1tn airline industry as it races toward decarbonisation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:47

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Eureka 428: Could AI attract more talent to book-editing?

2/21/2025
We meet former Penguin Random House editor Meru Gokhale, who used her 20 years of publishing experience to create Editrix, an AI-assisted editing tool. Plus: how following “tech bros” on X helped her to launch the business without a tech background. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:44

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Creating with longevity in mind

2/19/2025
We meet the CEO of Casa Batlló, a cultural masterpiece that continues to inspire more than 100 years after its creation. Plus: how a Danish design brand is making smarter furniture that can adapt to changing needs over time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:30:15

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Eureka 427: What role can AI play in healthcare?

2/14/2025
Co-founder and CEO Andreas Cleve talks about how Corti’s healthcare-specific AI foundation model enhances patient care by cutting admin work and giving doctors more time to focus on what matters most. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:04

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Mobility special

2/12/2025
We explore innovation in motion from the road to the skies. Polestar CEO, Michael Loescheller, shares his optimistic outlook for Swedish EV maker in 2025. And: we hop aboard Greece's first scheduled helicopter airline, Hoper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:17

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Eureka 426: the rise of Sevda London

2/7/2025
We meet the founder of the Italian-made luxury handbag label Sevda London. Sevda Mutlu talks about building her brand, its upcoming collaboration with the Ritz Paris and how her Turkish heritage inspires every design. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:06:45

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How to turn industry know-how into a business

2/5/2025
We meet a former magazine editor who leveraged her experience to launch her own womenswear brand. Then: fresh from fashion’s front rows, Monocle’s Natalie Theodosi talks about the trends shaping the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:07

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Eureka 425: Why being weird is good business

1/31/2025
John Roescher, CEO of Raw Materials, shares why the digital design agency prides itself on an unconventional business model. We discuss how its unique approach helps it to stand out and land big clients. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:11:49

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Navigating wealth in uncertain times

1/29/2025
What do sailing and wealth management have in common? For Vincent Lecomte, CEO of BNP Paribas Wealth Management, both require vision, adaptability and trust. Lecomte joins ‘The Entrepreneurs’ to explain how a turbulent economic landscape requires investors to embrace new challenges, manage risks and adapt to new strategies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:30:11

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Eureka 424: The cool evolution of 66°North

1/24/2025
Helgi Óskarsson, CEO of 66°North, shares how the brand went from outfitting Icelandic fishermen to a globally recognised name in outerwear. We discuss its ethos, retail expansion and new exhibition at Copenhagen Fashion Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:20

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The lifelong pursuit of wellbeing

1/22/2025
As societies get older, how can we support wellbeing from infancy to later life? We explore both ends of the spectrum as we meet the co-founder of an organic infant formula company and head to an Italian medical spa that claims to hold the secrets to longevity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:56

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Eureka 423: How Art SG became a key date on the global art calendar

1/17/2025
Magnus Renfrew, co-founder of Art SG, shares the inspiration behind Southeast Asia’s leading international art fair, highlighting Singapore’s emerging art ecosystem and its unique role in attracting global collectors, artists and galleries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:08:07

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Greece special

1/15/2025
We meet former corporate lawyer Alexia Karides, who left the legal briefs behind to launch Ysso, an Athens-based jewellery brand crafting handmade pieces. Then: we take a peek inside the pages of our latest title, ‘Greece: The Monocle Handbook’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:56

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Eureka 422: What if clothes could adjust temperature?

1/10/2025
We meet Florian Miguet, the co-founder of Clim8, a French company using smart thermal tech to develop apparel with personalised heating and cooling systems. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:10:01

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Pet care with 24/7 vet access is here

1/8/2025
Monocle’s Tomos Lewis meets Toronto-based entrepreneur Mark Bordo, the co-founder and CEO of Vetster. Bordo talks about how telemedicine is reimagining pet care, improving access to leading veterinary support and enabling vets to extend care beyond clinic hours – keeping their four-legged patients wagging their tails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:12

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Third Space CEO Colin Waggett on changing motivations for fitness

1/1/2025
Colin Waggett, CEO of luxury gym chain Third Space, discusses the company’s expansion model, London’s fitness market and how smart real-estate partnerships contribute to its success. Plus: Monocle’s editor in chief, Andrew Tuck, shares what’s on his radar for 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:30:48

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Nyetimber and the global rise of premium English sparkling wine

12/25/2024
Eric Heerema, CEO and owner of Nyetimber, discusses the brand\'s journey to becoming a global leader and how it\'s broadening its reach by exporting to more than 20 countries and expanding its product range. Plus: how the Maldives plans to diversify tourism by targeting new markets and offering a range of accommodation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:30:09

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Eureka 421: Emma Lewisham on skincare with purpose

12/20/2024
Co-founder and CEO Emma Lewisham discusses the origin story behind her eponymous skincare brand, an innovative natural line blending efficiency and sustainability. She discusses the company’s focus on circularity and science-based formulations, as well as the challenges of disrupting the competitive beauty industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:22

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Why innovation in helmet safety is so slow moving

12/18/2024
We discuss the 10-year long development process behind the world’s first inflatable cycle helmet and how Ventete spotted the cultural shift toward active, eco-friendly commuting. Plus: how to stay ahead of trends in 2025 from business to travel and hospitality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:15

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Nyetimber and the global rise of premium English sparkling wine

12/18/2024
Eric Heerema, CEO and owner of Nyetimber, discusses the brand's journey to becoming a global leader and how it's broadening its reach by exporting to more than 20 countries and expanding its product range. Plus: how the Maldives plans to diversify tourism by targeting new markets and offering a range of accommodation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:15