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The Foreign Desk

The Foreign Desk

By: Monocle
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​Presented by ​Andrew Mueller, Monocle’s flagship global-affairs show features​ expert guests ​and in-depth analysis of the big issues of the week. Nominated for ‘Best Current Affairs’ show and the ‘Spotlight Award’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

2026 Monocle Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences World
Episodes
  • Explainer 527: Andy Burnham and the revolving door of UK politics

    Explainer 527: Andy Burnham and the revolving door of UK politics
    Jul 22 2026

    Andy Burnham became the UK’s seventh prime minister in 10 years this week. Why has Britain adopted Italian-style political turbulence and is it here to stay?

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    7 mins
  • How can we ensure that the politics of heatwaves doesn’t cool off?

    How can we ensure that the politics of heatwaves doesn’t cool off?
    Jul 25 2026

    As Canada battles wildfires, Spain declares a national climate emergency and France evacuates tens of thousands, where do the politics around climate change stand? Is denialism gaining traction or is diplomacy winning the day?

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    33 mins
  • When politics kicks off at the World Cup: what separates the screamers from the own goals?

    When politics kicks off at the World Cup: what separates the screamers from the own goals?
    Jul 18 2026

    The World Cup has always been political, including previous editions hosted by juntas and dictatorships. This year, presidents thumbed the scale and small nations made us dream again. Who scored and who was caught offside?

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    36 mins
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