The Gstaad Guy Podcast
Episodes
Cohen Handler Founder & CEO: Simon Cohen – Real Estate, Risk, and Reinventing the Rules
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Simon Cohen, the South African-born, Australian-raised entrepreneur behind Cohen Handler, the buyer's agency that turned...
Elie Saab Group CEO & Vice Chairman: Elie Saab Jr. – Vision, Family Business, & Building a Global Luxury House
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Elie Saab Jr., CEO and Vice Chairman of Elie Saab Group, to explore how a family vision rooted in haute couture grew int...
Fine Art Photographer & Director: Tony Kelly – Visual Fantasy, Originality, & Creating a New Language Of Photography
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Tony Kelly, the Irish fine art photographer and director known for his vivid, cinematic imagery that blurs the line betw...
Kerzner International CEO: Philippe Zuber – Destinations, Experience, & The Future of Hospitality
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International, to explore how modern luxury hospitality is evolving from hotel stays into...
Kerzner International CEO: Philippe Zuber – Destinations, Experience, & The Future of Hospitality
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International, to explore how modern luxury hospitality is evolving from hotel stays into...
Ferragamo Chief Transformation & Sustainability Officer: James Ferragamo – Craftsmanship, Legacy, & The Italian Way of Luxury
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with James Ferragamo, Chief Transformation & Sustainability Officer at Salvatore Ferragamo, to explore how a century-old ...
Ferragamo Chief Product Officer: James Ferragamo – Craftsmanship, Legacy, & The Italian Way of Luxury
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with James Ferragamo, Chief Product Officer at Salvatore Ferragamo, to explore how a century-old family business continues to...
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel Managing Director: Richard Leuenberger – Legacy, Trust, & The Art of Timeless Hospitality
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Richard Leuenberger, Managing Director of Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, to explore what it takes to steward one of the world...
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel Managing Director: Richard Leuenberger – Legacy, Trust, & The Art of Timeless Hospitality
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Richard Leuenberger, Managing Director of Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, to explore what it takes to steward one of the world...
Content Creator: Haley Baylee – Internet Culture, Influence, Purpose & Self-Belief
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Haley Baylee, one of the fastest content producers on the internet, to unpack the discipline, strategy, and resilience b...
Content Creator: Haley Baylee – Internet Culture, Influence, Purpose & Self-Belief
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Haley Baylee, one of the fastest content producers on the internet, to unpack the discipline, strategy, and resilience b...
Andermatt Native: Bänz Simmen – Curiosity, Perspective, Nature, & A Life Of Adventure
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Bänz Simmen, a true native of Andermatt, to explore a life shaped by curiosity, movement, and a deep desire to stay in ...
Andermatt Native: Bänz Simmen – Curiosity, Perspective, Nature, & A Life Of Adventure
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Bänz Simmen, a true native of Andermatt, to explore a life shaped by curiosity, movement, and a deep desire to stay in ...
Financial Times Former Editor-in-Chief: Lionel Barber – Journalism, Curiosity, Power, & Telling the Truth
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Lionel Barber, former editor of the Financial Times and author of "Gambling Man", to explore what journalism really is, ...
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28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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Glucose Goddess: Founder of the Glucose Revolution – Balanced Eating, Motherhood, Mental Resilience, & Fuelling Your Ambition
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Glucose Goddess to unpack how a life-changing back injury, paired with depression, anxiety, and depersonalisation, becam...
Glucose Revolution Founder: Glucose Goddess – Balanced Eating, Motherhood, Mental Resilience, & Fuelling Your Ambition
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Glucose Goddess to unpack how a life-changing back injury, paired with depression, anxiety, and depersonalisation, becam...
The Elder Statesman Founder: Greg Chait – Cashmere, Colour, Leadership, & Playful Luxury
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Greg Chait, founder of The Elder Statesman, to trace the unconventional path from throwing parties and collecting blanke...
Greg Chait: Founder of The Elder Statesman – Cashmere, Colour, Craftsmanship, & Playful Luxury
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Greg Chait, founder of The Elder Statesman, to trace the unconventional path from throwing parties and collecting blanke...
Greg Chait: Founder of The Elder Statesman – Cashmere, Colour, Craftsmanship, & Playful Luxury
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Greg Chait, founder of The Elder Statesman, to trace the unconventional path from throwing parties and collecting blanke...
Will Ahmed: Founder & CEO of WHOOP – Physiology, Prevention, AI, & The Future Of Health
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Will Ahmed, founder and CEO of WHOOP, to explore how understanding the human body became the foundation for one of the m...
Tinx: NYT Bestselling Author & Modern Dating Expert – Personal Branding, Gender Norms, & Living Life on Your Terms
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Tinx, cultural commentator, host of “It’s Me, Tinx”, and one of the most influential voices shaping modern convers...
Ronnie Kessel: CEO of Kessel Group – Motorsport, Family Legacy, & The Pursuit of Perfection On And Off The Track
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Ronnie Kessel, CEO of Kessel Group, and co-founder of The I.C.E. St. Moritz, to explore a life shaped by speed, discipli...
Giuliano Calza: Founder of GCDS – Branding Codes, Dreaming Big, Discipline, & Making Fashion Fun Again
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Giuliano Calza, founder and creative force behind GCDS, to explore the mindset, conviction, and storytelling that shaped...
Davide De Pierro: Author of "The Letters I Never Sent" – Love, Self-Awareness, Dating, & The Complexity of Being Human
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Davide De Pierro, writer, storyteller, and viral voice behind The Letters I Never Sent, for a conversation that explores...
Yusra Mardini: Olympic Swimmer & UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador – Survival, Hope, Storytelling, & the Power of the Human Spirit
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Yusra Mardini, Olympic swimmer, UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, and the real-life inspiration behind The Swimmers, to explore...
Nick Tran: President of First Round & Former CMO of TikTok – Culture, Chaos, AI, & Being Yourself in the Digital Age
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Nick Tran, president of First Round & former CMO of TikTok, and one of the most inventive minds in modern marketing,...
Sabina Belli: CEO of Pomellato – Savoir-Vivre, Modern Femininity, & The Importance of Authentic Craftsmanship In Luxury Goods
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Sabina Belli, CEO of Pomellato, to explore how she transformed one of Italy’s most distinctive maisons into a modern e...
Carl Pei: Founder & CEO of Nothing – Reinventing Tech, Inspiring Creativity, & Building a Hardware Revolution
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Carl Pei, Founder & CEO of Nothing, to explore what it means to build a hardware company from scratch in an industry...
William Hanson: Author of Just Good Manners – Etiquette, British Dining Codes, & The Art of Grace in a Noisy World
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with William Hanson, one of the world’s leading etiquette authorities and author of Just Good Manners, to explore the role ...
Harley Finkelstein: President of Shopify – Democratising Entrepreneurship, Empowering Founders, & the Tools That Build Global Businesses
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify and one of the most influential voices in modern entrepreneurship, to discuss h...
Jeremy Zimmer: Co-Founder & Former CEO of UTA – Building a Next-Gen Talent Powerhouse, Shaping Success, & The Nobility of Representation
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Jeremy Zimmer, co-founder and former CEO of United Talent Agency (UTA), to explore what it takes to build one of the mos...
Tinie Tempah: Artist & Entrepreneur – Faith, Creativity & The Balance Between Scarcity and Abundance
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Tinie Tempah — artist, entrepreneur, and one of the defining voices of the early 2000s music scene, to explore what it...
Radha Arora: President of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts – Redefining Hospitality, A Sense of Place, & Loyalty In The Details
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Radha Arora, President of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, to explore the philosophy and details that define one of the world’...
Tom Chamberlin: Editor-in-Chief of The Rake – Wealth Whisperers, Being a Gentleman, Style Codes, & The Spirit of Savile Row
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Tom Chamberlin, Editor-in-Chief of The Rake magazine and author of Huntsman: Redefining Savile Row, to explore what it t...
Ilaria Resta: CEO of Audemars Piguet – Preserving Heritage, Embracing Innovation, & Embodying the Brand’s Ethos
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Ilaria Resta, CEO of Audemars Piguet and one of the leading voices in Swiss watchmaking, to explore how tradition and mo...
Giulio Bergamaschi: CEO of Acqua di Parma – Family, Elegance, Craftsmanship, & The Timeless Language of Heritage
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Giulio Bergamaschi, CEO of Acqua di Parma, to explore what it means to steward a brand defined by craftsmanship, heritag...
Steve Varsano: Founder of The Jet Business – Aviation, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Jets, & The Art of the Deal
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Steve Varsano, founder of The Jet Business, the world’s first street-level showroom for corporate aviation, to trace h...
Dr. Barbara Sturm: Founder of Dr. Barbara Sturm – “Pioneer of the Sturm Glow”, Skincare Innovation, Longevity, Anti-Aging & Wellness
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Dr. Barbara Sturm, internationally renowned aesthetics doctor and entrepreneur, to explore the science and philosophy be...
Paul Wachter: Founder of Main Street Advisors – “The Silent Force Behind Celebrity Founders”, LeBron James, Beats by Dre, & Cultural Marketing
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Paul Wachter, founder of Main Street Advisors and widely regarded as the silent force behind celebrity founders, to unpa...
Alex Ikonn: Creator of The 5-Minute Journal – Gratitude, Kindness, Entrepreneurship, & Designing A Life of Meaning
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Alex Ikonn, entrepreneur, creator, and co-founder of The 5-Minute Journal and The Productivity Planner, to explore the m...
Roxie Nafousi: Author of Manifest – “The Manifesting Queen”, Rock Bottom, Healing, Confidence, & The Power of Self-Belief
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Roxie Nafousi, bestselling author and self-development coach, to explore how personal struggle can become the catalyst f...
Stefan Sonnenfeld: Founder of Company 3 – “Da Vinci of Colour Grading”, Movies, Discipline, Working With Apple
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Stefan Sonnenfeld, legendary colourist and founder of Company 3, to explore the discipline, drive, and vision behind som...
Ep. 11, Georgios Frangulis: Founder of Oakberry Açaí – Entrepreneurship, Resilience, F1, & Building a Premium Brand Against the Odds
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Georgios Frangulis, the visionary behind Oakberry, to explore how he turned a niche superfruit into a g...
Ep. 10, Benjamin Paulin: Founder of Paulin Paulin Paulin – “The Dune” Sofa, Design Lineage, & Reimagining Everyday Form
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with designer and creative mind Benjamin Paulin to explore how design, culture, and heritage intersect in hi...
Ep. 9, Nicolas Bijan: Founder of NB44 – Values, Responsibility, Respect, & the Discipline Behind Building a Modern Legacy
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Nicolas Bijan, founder of NB44 and son of legendary designer Bijan, to explore the values and mindset b...
Ep. 8, Bryan Johnson: "Healthiest Man on Earth", Founder of Braintree & The Blueprint Protocol – Longevity, Superintelligence, Radical Health, & Redefining Human Potential
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with tech entrepreneur and human optimisation pioneer Bryan Johnson to explore the ideas, trade-offs, and mo...
Ep. 7, Adam & Ryan Goldston: Founders of APL – Banned by the NBA, Luxury Performance, Credibility, & Innovation That Moves Culture
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Adam and Ryan Goldston, the twin brothers behind APL (Athletic Propulsion Labs), the brand that disrupt...
Ep. 6, Lori & Marci Hirshleifer: Owners of Hirshleifers – Legacy, Social Media, Style, Handbag Charms & Reinventing the Family Business
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Lori and Marci Hirshleifer, co-owners of the iconic luxury boutique Hirshleifers, to explore how a cent...
Ep. 5, Eric Schmidt: Former CEO of Google – Gratitude, Human Values, AI, Hyper-Intelligence, & Throughput
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Eric Schmidt, former CEO and Chairman of Google, to explore how gratitude and human values can coexist ...
Ep. 4, Will Welch: Editor-in-Chief of GQ - Fashion, Journalism, Hype, Creative Leadership, Virality, & the Evolution of GQ.
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with GQ Editor-in-Chief Will Welch to talk about the intersection of fashion and culture, the importance of ...
Ep. 3, Wisdom Kaye: Fashion, Internet Fame, Content Creation, Luxury vs. Expression, and the Future of Influence.
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy chats with model and fashion content creator Wisdom Kaye, to discuss the evolution of personal style, navigating the f...
Ep. 2, Nadine Ghosn: Owner of Nadine Ghosn Fine Jewelry - Pencil Bracelets, Burger Rings, Entrepreneurship, Balance, Anxiety, & Romance.
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Gstaad Guy chats with jewelery designer and business owner Nadine Ghosn of Nadine Ghosn Fine Jewelry, to discuss building a brand...
Ep. 1, Daniel Humm: 3-Michelin-Star Chef & Owner of New York’s Eleven Madison Park - Swiss Values, Fine-Dining, Sustainability, & Excess
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this debut episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with world-renowned chef Daniel Humm of the three Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park for a candid co...