Podcast appearances and mentions of robert bound

We celebrate the start of spring with a slew of top-tier cultural recommendations for the new season. Robert Bound is joined in the studio by John Mitchinson, Georgie Rogers and Ossian Ward to discuss the albums, books and exhibitions that you should have on your radar this month. These include a new record by Little Simz, a book full of stories about the nocturnal world and an art event with a side of sauna. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EU and far-right politics expert Marta Lorimer joins Emma Nelson to discuss how the bloc can respond to Donald Trump's new foreign policy. Plus: Monocle's Robert Bound speaks to the co-founders of the Kyiv and Miami-based Voloshyn Gallery at Spanish art fair Arco Madrid. Finally, Georgina Godwin heads to Adelaide Writers' Week for the final leg of her literary travels. 

Robert Bound highlights select nominees for the 97th Academy Awards. We hear from ‘Sing Sing’ director Greg Kwedar; lead special make-up effects designer for ‘The Substance’, Pierre-Olivier Persin; ‘The Wild Robot’ director, Chris Sanders; and co-directors of the documentary ‘No Other Land’, Yuval Abraham and Basel Adra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie Chacon shot to fame as part of the duo Charles & Eddie, alongside the late Charles Pettigrew, with the release of their enduring 1992 single ‘Would I Lie to You?’ In the years after Charles & Eddie amicably split in 1997, Chacon explored another passion of his: fashion photography. But music called him back and, in 2020, he released the solo album ‘Pleasure, Joy and Happiness’, followed by ‘Sundown’ in 2023. Now he has returned with the gorgeous new record ‘Lay Low’. On today’s show, Chacon joins Robert Bound in the studio to discuss his unique, heartfelt strain of R&B and the inspiration behind the dreamy tracks on his new record. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy Durrant and Matt Wolf join Robert Bound in the studio to discuss the best theatre shows coming to the stage in 2025, including a new production of a West End classic, a play about the experiences of the Windrush generation and a critically acclaimed performance by an Olivier award-winning actress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look ahead to the most exciting books, films and exhibitions in 2025, from the first international retrospective of a beloved US artist to a political thriller so potent that its director was forced to flee his home country. John Mitchinson, Francesca Gavin and Simran Hans join Robert Bound in the studio to let you know what should be on your cultural radar in the coming months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura Snapes, Toby Earle and Mia Levitin join Robert Bound in the studio to round up the best of this year’s albums, TV and books.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, and editor-in-chief, Andrew Tuck, join Tom Edwards, Robert Bound and Gillian Dobias to swap presents, survey the festivities around the world and share their Christmas wishes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgie Rogers and Will Hodgkinson join Robert Bound in the studio for our annual review of the season’s best festive music releases, including albums and singles from Orville Peck, Kelly Clarkson and Jimmy Fallon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We celebrate 20 years of music promoter, record label and events producer Nonclassical. Over the past two decades, the organisation has been at the forefront of classical, experimental and electronic music, leading the way with innovative and genre-defying sounds. Robert Bound sits down with composer and founder Gabriel Prokofiev and composer Tonia Ko. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We explore the world of US artist Mike Kelley with the first UK exhibition of his work at the Tate Modern. ‘Ghost and Spirit' shows Kelley's influential and experimental practice ranging from drawings and collages to multimedia installations of “dark pop art”. Robert Bound speaks to Catherine Wood, the Tate Modern's director of programme, about the show. Plus: Lisson Gallery content director Ossian Ward shares his view of Kelley's imaginative career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate the release of Public Service Broadcasting's *The Last Flight*, we explore the world of concept albums. Robert Bound speaks to the band's J Willgoose, Esq about the making of the album, which explores aviator Amelia Earhart's final takeoff. To continue the theme, Monocle's contributing editor Andrew Mueller digs deep into weird and wonderful LPs, while writer Natty Kasambala and Will Hodgkinson,  music critic at ‘The Times', share their favourite concept albums.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Bound is joined in the studio by writer and ‘Monocle on Culture' regular Will Hodgkinson to discuss his new book, ‘Street-Level Superstar, A Year With Lawrence' . The book tells the story of Lawrence, the founder of the band Felt, and later, Denim. Is he the greatest pop star that never was?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Bound is joined in the studio by writer David Peace to discuss his new book, ‘Munichs'. The novel tells the story of the 1958 Munich air disaster, in which 23 people – including eight Manchester United players and three officials – were fatally injured when their plane crashed. Peace's dramatisation is a tender story of stoicism, sadness and strength. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our final instalment in partnership with Turespaña we visit our favourite Spanish islands from Ibiza in the Balearics to Tenerife in the Canaries. Hosted by Robert Bound, we highlight hidden gems and share the unmissable experiences each island has to offer. We join Monocle's Spain correspondent Liam Aldous in Ibiza, meet hotelier Alberto del Hoyo, explore Tenerife with tour operator Joan Rodríguez de la Sierra and Arianna Gassmann, deputy director of the five-star Europe Villa Cortés in Playa de Las Américas, before concluding our island hopping with Andrew Tuck in Palma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We explore the new film ‘Sing Sing', which follows a group of incarcerated men taking part in the Rehabilitation Through the Arts theatre programme at a notorious prison. The film stars Colman Domingo alongside a cast largely made up of the programme's former participants. Robert Bound sits down with director Greg Kwedar to find out more about the making of the extraordinary film. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  In part two of our three-episode special in partnership with Turespaña, we go sailing around Spain's extraordinary coastline. Live from the sun-drenched terrace of Casa Bonay in Barcelona, we explore why the city is the perfect competition host as the America's Cup moves in. We also dive into undiscovered coves on the dramatic and mountainous Green Coast. Our host Robert Bound is joined by Josh Junior, 2021 America's Cup winner with Emirates Team New Zealand; Mack Dalton, head of sponsorship at the 37th America's Cup; and Miguel Sanz, Turespaña general director, to take your questions and reveal the country's best-kept sailing secrets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natasha Tripney reports from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and selects the top theatre picks at the monthlong event. Plus, Robert Bound heads to ‘Hafla', a celebration of Middle Eastern culture at the New Bond Street headquarters of Sotheby's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘The Concierge' returns with a three-episode special in partnership with Turespaña. Live from the vibrant terrace of Casa Bonay in Barcelona, episode one explores the varied world of port life and the best excursions and experiences around the Spanish coast. In front of a live audience, our host Robert Bound is joined by Inés Miró-Sans, co-founder of Casa Bonay; Nicolas Yllera, creative director and co-founder of Rrroad; and Miguel Sanz, Turespaña's general director. They take your questions and reveal the country's best kept secrets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Film critics Caspar Salmon and Leila Latif join Robert Bound in the studio to review A24's latest film, ‘Tuesday', directed by Daina O Pusić. Julia Louis-Dreyfus stars as a mother whose daughter, played by Lola Petticrew, has a terminal illness. A difficult situation becomes more painful – and far stranger – with the arrival of death in the form of a talking bird. Plus, our critics share their favourite films currently in cinemas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhianna Dhillon, Ammar Kalia and Matt Wolf join Robert Bound to preview this summer's best music, theatre and television. They discuss a TV show set in the murky waters of Baltimore, an upcoming album from one of the UK's most revered producers and the Broadway debut of an actor fresh from an Oscar-winning role.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet Pearl Lam, one of the world's leading experts on Asian art. Over the past two decades, her eponymous galleries in Hong Kong and Shanghai have become top destinations for collectors drawn in by her exquisite taste, international outlook and commitment to rewriting narratives about Eastern art. Lam joins Robert Bound at Midori House to discuss her journey into the art world, how her gallery plans to support up-and-coming African artists and her new podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet two figures in the cultural world known both for their creative practice, as well as their brave attitude towards speaking truth to power. Robert Bound speaks to Polish filmmaker Agnieszka Holland about her new film ‘Green Border' and Alexei Korolyov meets Pussy Riot's Nadya Tolokonnikova to discuss her new exhibition in Linz, Austria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special edition of the show marking its partnership with Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism. Robert Bound is joined by the chairman of the department, who discusses the latest developments at Saadiyat Cultural District in Abu Dhabi and delves deeper into the fascinating world of this unique cultural hub. He also explains why it remains the perfect place to collaborate, create and innovate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Bound visits Tate Britain's ‘Sargent and Fashion' exhibition to explore the painter's role as a pioneer of the art of styling. We also speak to Suzi Ronson about her memoir, ‘Me and Mr Jones: My Life with David Bowie and the Spiders from Mars', and how she crafted many of the singer's iconic looks. Plus, we hear from stylist Emily Evans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toby Earle, Susannah Butter and Natty Kasambala join Robert Bound in the studio to discuss the best upcoming releases of this season in TV, books and music. These include the latest work from one of the UK's most popular romantic novelists, the long-awaited debut album from an indie-pop darling and a drama starring Kate Winslet as the leader of an unnamed Central European nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the course of her 50-year career, British artist Maggi Hambling has made a name for herself with her dynamic, expressionist paintings and often controversial public sculptures. Hambling joins Robert Bound in the studio to discuss everything from her new show in Hong Kong and her very first cigarette to the elusive nature of the muse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica and Camilla Staveley-Taylor, the sisters behind English indie-folk band The Staves, join Robert Bound in the studio. Their John Congleton-produced fifth LP, ‘All Now', is lyrically rich and full of moments of euphoria. They discuss how to work with your siblings, finding the confidence to make bold decisions and why they always return to an early influence: ‘Sister Act'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cultural critic and novelist Lauren Oyler's essays and reviews have caused a stir online. She joins Robert Bound in the studio to discuss her new book of essays, ‘No Judgement'. Oyler muses on gossip, Goodreads, expat life in Berlin and her experience of trying ‘jaw yoga' to ease her anxiety-fuelled teeth-grinding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US blocks a UN statement blaming Israel for Gaza aid convoy deaths, Giorgia Meloni makes her second official visit to the US and nationwide strikes in Germany bring public transport to a near standstill. Plus: Max Richter speaks to Monocle's Robert Bound about his soundtrack for the movie ‘Spaceman'.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The six-time Grammy award-winning musician sits down with Robert Bound to discuss the release of the fourth and final instalment of his ‘Djesse' album series, his creative process, the influence of his mother and how he transforms his audiences into choirs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We head to London's Tate Modern gallery for ‘Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind'. The UK's largest-ever exhibition on the work of the artist and activist, it brings together her performances, films, music, photography and more. Robert Bound speaks to its curator, Juliet Bingham, arts journalist Andrew Male and broadcaster Jennifer Lucy Allan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We explore the world of Cymande, a 1970s jazz-funk group that is the subject of a new documentary, ‘Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande'. Robert Bound meets band members Patrick Patterson and Steve Scipio, and catches up with the documentary's director, Tim Mackenzie-Smith. Plus: as ‘Nelken', Pina Bausch's signature work of contemporary dance, returns to the stage, we hear from dancer Christopher Tandy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet Abigail Morris, Georgia Davis and Lizzie Mayland from UK indie band The Last Dinner Party. After signing with Island Records, the group won the Rising Star Award at the Brits and topped the BBC's Sound of 2024 list – all without having released an album. Now that their debut, ‘Prelude to Ecstasy', has arrived, Robert Bound meets them to discuss their influences, outfits and penchant for guitar solos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy Durrant and Matt Wolf join Robert Bound in the studio to preview the very best theatre to look forward to in 2024. They discuss a lively ska musical, a new play about the architect of the NHS, a Broadway debut from one of America's biggest comedic actors and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashanti Omkar, Ossian Ward and Chris Power join Robert Bound in the studio to round up the TV shows, art exhibitions and books that you should have on your radar this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Film critics Simran Hans and Tim Robey join Robert Bound in the studio to review Hayao Miyazaki's new film, ‘The Boy and the Heron'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monocle's editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, and editor in chief, Andrew Tuck, join Tom Edwards, Robert Bound and Gillian Dobias to swap presents, survey the festivities around the world and share their Christmas wishes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura Snapes, Andrew Male and Leila Latif join Robert Bound in the studio to round up the best of this year's albums, books and films.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgie Rogers and Will Hodgkinson join Robert Bound in the studio for our annual review of the season's best festive music releases, including albums and singles from Cher, Blue Man Group and Wheatus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The culinary legend and actress sits down with Robert Bound to discuss her cookbooks, which span the flavours of India, and how she unintentionally became a household name for anyone with a taste for South Asian cuisine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

British director Joanna Hogg's ‘The Eternal Daughter' stars Tilda Swinton as a mother and daughter pairing who book into a grand but chilly country house hotel for a birthday holiday. Robert Bound is joined in the studio by Clarisse Loughrey and Christina Newland to review the eerie new film, which swirls in a gothic fog. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the world and words of spies on today's show. Robert Bound sits down with Errol Morris to discuss his new film about John le Carré, ‘The Pigeon Tunnel'. Then John Mitchinson explores the author's works and their legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Latika Bourke on Antony Blinken's visit to Jordan, Australia prime minister Anthony Albanese's historic trip to China and the alleged mushroom poisoning case in Australia that is gripping the world. Plus: Monocle's Robert Bound speaks to the founder of C2C festival taking place in Turin this weekend and Honestly Tasty's co-founder, Michael Moore, proves that vegan can, in fact, be very tasty.

The dish-washing area of a restaurant is usually kept behind closed doors. During the Paris Internationale art fair, however, which wrapped up on Sunday, this was not the case. As part of a pop-up collaboration between the culinary group, We Are Ona, and creative practice, Crosby Studios, the restaurant on the top floor of the exhibition space included stainless-steel worktables and an impressive fountain made out of professional sinks. Monocle's Robert Bound caught up with the Michelin-starred chef, Dalad Kambhu, whose contemporary interpretation of traditional Thai gastronomy took centre stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Critics Hannah Strong and Tim Robey join Robert Bound in the studio to review Martin Scorsese's latest film. ‘Killers of the Flower Moon' is an American epic based on David Grann's book of the same name. It tells the true story of a series of murders of members of the Osage tribe in Oklahoma in the 1920s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We celebrate the 40th anniversary of ‘Stop Making Sense' – Jonathan Demme's film with Talking Heads – which is often regarded as the greatest concert movie of all time. Robert Bound is joined in the studio by Will Hodgkinson and Simran Hans to discuss the new 4K restoration of the film, the impact of ‘Stop Making Sense' more widely and to recommend the best of the concert movie genre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In more than two decades since Zadie Smith burst onto the literary scene with her debut novel, ‘White Teeth', her books, essays and short stories have continued to enjoy commercial and critical success. Her latest novel brings to life the story of the Tichborne case – one of the lengthiest trials in British history and one that enthralled Victorian England. Robert Bound is joined by Alex Peake-Tomkinson and Alex Preston to review Smith's first foray into historical fiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Bound is joined in the studio by Scott Bryan, Holly Black and Chris Power to share the TV, art exhibitions and books to watch, see and read this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As summer comes to an end, we look back at the season's biggest blockbusters. Robert Bound is joined in the studio by Alex Ritman of ‘The Hollywood Reporter' to discuss how the films fared at the box office and what this means for the future of cinema. Plus: BFI Imax programme manager, Madeleine Mullett, examines how big-ticket movies reach audiences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.