Meet the Writers
Georgina Godwin in conversation with top authors. Explore their inspirations, writing processes, and the stories behind their books.
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Important information about Monocle Radio appearances. Official communication regarding this programme will only come from an email address ending in @monocle.com. Monocle will never contact prospective guests using a personal Gmail account and will never request money, fees or payment in exchange for appearing on the programme.
Please be cautious of individuals impersonating Monocle staff or claiming to arrange interviews on behalf of Monocle Radio. If you receive a suspicious message, do not provide personal or financial information. Contact Monocle directly using the official details available on monocle.com to verify the communication.
Important information about Monocle Radio appearances. Official communication regarding this programme will only come from an email address ending in @monocle.com. Monocle will never contact prospective guests using a personal Gmail account and will never request money, fees or payment in exchange for appearing on the programme.
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Richard Lloyd Parry and the journeys within stories
Richard Lloyd Parry shares memories of his upbringing in Southport to working as The Times and Sunday Times’s Asia editor and releasing his debut novel, ‘In the Green Heart’
Olivier Norek on courage, conflict and history
French author Olivier Norek presents ‘The Winter Warriors’, his first historical novel, on the 1939 Soviet invasion of Finland. He joins Georgina Godwin to discuss his research and why this story deserves global recognition.
Sam Sussman on the possibility of family ties
Writer Sam Sussman joins Georgina Godwin to discuss his US upbringing, relationship with his mother and the op-ed that developed into his debut novel, ‘Boy from the North Country’.
Juhea Kim on stories woven from silence
Georgina Godwin speaks to Juhea Kim about her path from ballet to bestsellers, the inspirations behind her work, her passion for conservation and the television adaptation of her debut novel, ‘Beasts of a Little Land’.
Priyanka Mattoo on the search for home
Writer and filmmaker Priyanka Mattoo joins Georgina Godwin following the release of her memoir, ‘Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones’, which details a journey of self-discovery and finding home in an ever-changing world.
Michael Wolff on chaos, power and America’s reckoning
Journalist Michael Wolff joins Georgina Godwin to discuss his career and his perception of Donald Trump, leading to his ‘Fire and Fury’ series. Plus: he shares his view on the political landscape in the media.
R James Breiding on what small nations teach the world
R James Breiding, Naissance Capital founder and author, recounts his path from Catholic school to finance. He champions small nations’ strengths, praises Singapore’s healthcare and highlights lessons from Nordic countries.
Michelle de Kretser on literature and belonging
Georgina Godwin interviews Michelle de Kretser on her Sri Lankan roots, family influences, migration to Australia and her novel ‘Theory & Practice’, which explores desire, jealousy and identity.
Iain Sinclair on London, literature and hidden journeys
Georgina Godwin is joined by the chronicler of London’s psychogeographies, Iain Sinclair. His latest novel, ‘Pariah Genius’, traces the footsteps of photographer John Deakin.
Nick Berg on revolutions, exile and the stories that we inherit
Nick Berg joins Georgina Godwin to discuss ‘Shadows of Tehran’, a novel mirroring the author’s life in Iran before and after the revolution. He reflects on activism, escape, military service and Iran’s future.