

The Stack
Monocle
Essential listening for anyone who cares about the printed word and developments in publishing. From independent publications, new forms of print media and graphic novels to little-known niche magazines, ‘The Stack’ is Monocle’s take on the world of print, focusing on everything from the glossiest fashion title to the grittiest local newspaper.
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Feb 8, 2025 • 35min
Print trends for 2025, Kennedy Vins Bons Vivants and a title on sign-painting
We speak with Steve Watson from Stack about print trends in 2025 and the popularity of titles dealing with sex and relationships. Also on the programme: we chat with Chris Kontos from ‘Kennedy’ magazine on his new wine bar in Athens and the world’s only publication about sign-painting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 2025 • 40min
A cool newsstand in London, exhibition spaces in print and Spanish comics
This week on ‘The Stack’ we visit Shreeji News and Magazines on London’s Chiltern Street. Then: we discuss ‘Pina’, a magazine that works as an exhibition space in the form of a print title. Plus: we finally discover why the Spanish are so good at comic books. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2025 • 28min
‘Greece: The Monocle Handbook’ and ‘In Palma’ celebrates 20 years
We take you to sunnier climes in this week’s edition of ‘The Stack’. We look at ‘Greece: The Monocle Handbook’ with its editor, Chiara Rimella. Plus: we discuss ‘In Palma’ with its editor, Iván Terrasa, as it celebrates its 20th anniversary with the release of a book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 18, 2025 • 27min
A tribute to Oliviero Toscani, ‘hellofrom’ and ‘Dogue’
We pay tribute to legendary Italian photographer Oliviero Toscani. Plus: the team behind ‘hellofrom’ on their city guides and kiosks. Then: ‘Dogue’ magazine, a fashion and lifestyle publication for dogs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 2025 • 32min
‘Le Fooding’, ‘Footnote’ and ‘Wonderwhy’
This week we speak with Christine Doublet from French food guide ‘Le Fooding’. Plus two new magazines, ‘Footnote’ by Alex Hunting and ‘Wonderwhy’ by Hana Irena. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 4, 2025 • 30min
The best of ‘The Stack’ in 2024, part two
Emanuele Farnetti, Editor-in-chief of La Repubblica magazines, discusses his strategy behind launching a new men's magazine, addressing the challenges of print media today. Lulu Garcia-Navarro, a contributor to The New York Times, shares insights into a fresh interview series that promotes meaningful dialogue. They delve into the importance of authenticity in journalism, the complexities of interviewing diverse subjects, and the rich cultural narratives emerging from lesser-known mountain regions. It's a dynamic exploration of modern journalism and print's evolution.

Dec 28, 2024 • 30min
The best of ‘The Stack’ in 2024, part one
Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks back at some of the best interviews of the year on ‘The Stack’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 21, 2024 • 28min
The new Pirelli calendar and ‘Le Monde’ turns 80
We speak with photographer Ethan James Green about bringing sensuality back to the 2025 edition of the iconic Pirelli calendar. We also celebrate 80 years of France’s leading daily, ‘Le Monde’, speaking with its president and publisher, Louis Dreyfus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 2024 • 34min
The power of print
We speak with Simon Lovermann, founder and artistic director of ‘Der Greif’ magazine. Then: Megan Wray Schertler from ‘Weröld Archive’ on how to run magazines. Plus: Sam Cochran from ‘AD’ reveals the AD100 list of the best designers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 7, 2024 • 27min
A New York cinema turns to print, Tyler Mitchell and Magculture’s year in magazines
This week we look at ‘The Metrograph’, a new print title from celebrated New York cinema Metrograph. Plus photographer Tyler Mitchell on his award-winning work and Jeremy Leslie from Magculture reviews the year in magazines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


