Podcast · 141 episodes
The Entrepreneurs, page 2
by Monocle · English
Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.
All episodes, page 2
Satellites over the Strait of Hormuz: space surveillance and maritime securityThe episode focuses on how satellite hyperspectral imaging and AI can improve maritime security and real-time Earth monitoring, prompted by recent Strait of Hormuz disruptions and concerns about…22 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 12 chapters
Suite, suite music: How hotels can fine-tune atmosphere through sound and sensory brandingHow hotels and other branded spaces shape atmosphere through sound and sensory branding; plus how a Paris hotel manager develops and transmits service culture for independent, family-run hotels.15 Apr 2026 · 29 min · 13 chapters
From Uruguay to Moldova: why emerging wine regions are on the rise The episode explores how emerging beverage brands build trust and community by spotlighting overlooked origins—Other Wine’s “underrepresented regions” strategy and Sorate’s calm, ritual-based…8 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 15 chapters
Dimitri Weber on Australia’s first luxury perfume house and the Kylie Minogue effectA “tour of the senses” episode profiling two luxury pivots: Dimitri Weber’s Australian fragrance house Goldfield & Banks and Sonra Mielenhausen’s Paris bean-to-bar chocolate maker Plaque.1 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 13 chapters
Knatchbull Savile Row’s CEO on bespoke tailoring for women and flying the British flag in fashionThe episode asks whether there’s a new playbook for great British brands, focusing on two London-rooted institutions adapting to new audiences while keeping craft and hospitality.25 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 12 chapters
Jim Rokos on dyslexia, design and why thinking differently is a competitive advantageJim Rokos on Dyslexia, Design and Why Thinking Differently is a Competitive Advantage18 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 15 chapters
How Kelluu’s UFO-like airships caught the eye of Nato and conspiracy theorists In this episode of *The Entrepreneurs*, host Tom Edwards explores innovative developments in the aviation sector, featuring interviews with Maggie Draycott, a luxury travel expert, and Jiri Jormakka,…11 Mar 2026 · 29 min · 14 chapters
Belmond CEO Dan Ruff: LVMH told us to slow down and it workedA weekly exploration of inspiring individuals, companies, and ideas in global business, focusing on hospitality, design, fashion, and retail.4 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 11 chapters
Chez Carrie: How an American beat French bureaucracy to open a chic Paris bistroIn this episode of *The Entrepreneurs*, host Tom Edwards interviews Carrie Solomon, a Michigan native and chef-owner of Chez Carrie, a neighborhood bistro in Paris.25 Feb 2026 · 30 min · 17 chapters
Have smart glasses finally grown up? The episode dives into the evolution of smart glasses, focusing on the co-founders of Even Realities, Will Wang and Nikolaj Schnoor.18 Feb 2026 · 28 min · 9 chapters
Who is the new luxury consumer? Richard Mille’s Peter Harrison on adaptability and knowing your customerIn this episode of The Entrepreneurs, host Tom Edwards explores the evolving landscape of luxury consumerism, featuring insights from Peter Harrison, CEO of Richard Mille EMEA, and Emilia Stordalen,…11 Feb 2026 · 27 min · 13 chapters
When is the right time to leave your job and start a business? In this episode, the host Tom Edwards engages with Frédéric Robles, CEO of the French tech-hospitality platform Namastay, and Kieran Jay Haslam, CMO of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority.4 Feb 2026 · 30 min · 11 chapters
Why sleep is still the ultimate luxury. And: what simplification teaches us about better businessIn this episode, host Tom Edwards discusses the significance of rest and simplification in business with two prominent guests: Alistair Hughes, managing director of Savoir Beds, and Farah Ragheb,…28 Jan 2026 · 30 min · 13 chapters
How is the sudden global attention on Greenland changing its economy? In this episode of *The Entrepreneurs*, Monocle Radio hosts a discussion on the impact of recent global attention on Greenland, particularly following controversial statements made by former US…21 Jan 2026 · 30 min · 13 chapters
Is packaging broken? A simple solution to reduce wasteIn this episode of *The Entrepreneurs*, host Tom Edwards engages with Victor Ljungberg, CEO of Meadow, and Mark Goddard, UK CEO of Lombard Odier Group.14 Jan 2026 · 30 min · 13 chapters
Have we lost our appetite for sustainability? New approaches in luxury retail and travel for 2026In this episode of *The Entrepreneurs* on Monocle Radio, host Tom Edwards explores the theme of sustainability in luxury retail and hospitality.7 Jan 2026 · 30 min · 16 chapters
Direction of travel in 2026 and why all businesses need talent with a hospitality-first mindsetDirection of Travel in 2026 and Why All Businesses Need Talent with a Hospitality-First Mindset31 Dec 2025 · 30 min · 17 chapters
Laurent Kleitman on Mandarin Oriental's Vienna opening*The Entrepreneurs* is a weekly program on Monocle Radio, focusing on inspiring individuals, innovative companies, and fresh ideas in global business across various sectors, including hospitality,…24 Dec 2025 · 28 min
Can a stacking game pull families away from their screens this Christmas?In this episode of *The Entrepreneurs*, host Tom Edwards explores the intersection of design, family engagement, and the challenges of scaling a business.17 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Meet the man behind Nomad, the travelling showcase of collectable designMonocle Radio’s weekly exploration of inspiring individuals, companies, and ideas in global business, spanning startups to heritage brands in sectors like hospitality, design, fashion, and retail.10 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Winter warmth with Sheep Inc & KlättermusenWinter warmth with Sheep Inc & Klättermusen3 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Wheels up! Boeing sets a new course for the Middle EastWheels up! Boeing sets a new course for the Middle East26 Nov 2025 · 30 min
Is solar jet fuel ready for takeoff? Why Swiss and Zürich Airport are turning to sun powerDr. Gianluca Ambrosetti, co-founder and co-CEO of Synhelion19 Nov 2025 · 29 min
Why ‘fake it till you make it’ is terrible for business In this episode, Joanna Jensen, the founder of Childs Farm, shares insights from her entrepreneurial journey and her new book, *Making Business Child’s Play: How to Build a Winning Brand*.12 Nov 2025 · 30 min