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The Monocle Weekly

The Monocle Weekly

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 Want to hear from the authors, artists, creative thinkers and business leaders shaping your world? The Monocle Weekly presents just that on our longest-running radio programme.2026 Monocle Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Music Politics & Government Social Sciences
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  • Angélique Kidjo: The queen of African music is back with ‘Hope!!’

    Angélique Kidjo: The queen of African music is back with ‘Hope!!’
    Apr 22 2026

    We speak with Beninese singer Angélique Kidjo about her new album ‘Hope!!’. The influential artist discusses her music and collaborations with Pharrell Williams, Iza and more.

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    19 mins
  • Brazilian actor Rodrigo Santoro on his role in award-winning ‘The Blue Trail’

    Brazilian actor Rodrigo Santoro on his role in award-winning ‘The Blue Trail’
    Apr 16 2026

    We speak with Brazilian actor Rodrigo Santoro on his role in ‘The Blue Trail’, a dystopian production about ageing by Gabriel Mascaro. Plus: his upcoming role in Netflix series ‘Brazil ’70: The Third Star’.

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    14 mins
  • Thundercat on his new album, ‘Distracted’

    Thundercat on his new album, ‘Distracted’
    Apr 10 2026

    We speak with musician Thundercat about his first album in six years, ‘Distracted’. Plus: his love for Brazilian music and Japan, and why boxing has been a revelation for him.

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    15 mins
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