The Monocle Daily

The politics of economic shocks – which countries can weather the Iran conflict?

As more ships are seized in and around the Strait of Hormuz and an uneasy ceasefire continues, our panel assesses which countries are best equipped – politically and economically – to withstand the shocks that continue to reverberate around the world.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Has Iran gained the upper hand through negotiation (and memes)?

We explore US president Donald Trump’s ceasefire extension and how Iran has seemingly managed to control much of the narrative without even attending talks in Islamabad – and also through an extraordinary amount of memes.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ukraine hopes for fresh EU loan and the race for the next UN secretary general

Hungary is poised to end its blockade of an EU loan for Ukraine while Sweden suggests that Russia is hiding its economic troubles. Plus: auditions for the next United Nations secretary general begin in New York. Then: an interview with Venetian chef Simon Piovesan.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Can Starmer stay the course?

After Keir Starmer pleads ignorance over Peter Mandelson’s failed vetting, how long can he survive as UK leader? We explore Europe’s changing democratic landscape. Plus: Horse-meat pies have become a menu staple in Auckland. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Our weekly quiz and a look ahead to Salone del Mobile

Rob Bound and Andrew Mueller quiz each other on this week’s headlines. Then: a design perspective on Donald Trump’s Jesus memes and what to see at the the world’s leading trade fair for furniture and interiors.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.