Gentlemen's Collective Podcast

James Lawley
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  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
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Insightful conversations for the modern gentleman. Listen to be entertained, inspired, and amused. A podcast by Gentlemen's Collective. Hosted by James Lawley

  1. FEB 11

    The crucial link between discipline and creativity - Jean Black

    Jean Black is a photographer and content creator based in Paris. You may recognize him for his signature 70s style — or his green Jaguar X-Type. Jean and James sat down to talk about the real, daily disciplines of a modern artist: finding the right environment, embracing social media without selling out, and finally accepting your flaws. Expect to learn: How discipline beats genius, even in art How to overcome imposter syndrome and finally make something The beauty of driving analogue cars📌 Get 10% off at Otaa with code JAMESLAWLEY10: https://www.otaa.com/discount/JAMESLAWLEY10?redirect=/ 🗞️ The Gentlemen’s Digest — your weekly guide to a more gentlemanly life: https://tinyurl.com/yc76c6a7 🌎 Our private members club — applications currently open: https://tinyurl.com/2ubx7fjw Listen to the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zEF3PynXwko6g1IyH8sfs Follow Jean Black on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevertai/

    1h 4m

  2. FEB 4

    What social media won't teach you about building a business - Vick Tipnes

    Vick Tipnes is a self-made healthcare entrepreneur and the founder of Blackstone Medical, which he built into the largest at-home medical sleep testing company in the United States. Despite his $100m net-worth, Vick started from humble beginnings, without a college degree, and endured years of financial pressure before the business finally “took off." In this episode, we talk about what it actually takes to build a real company (not a “laptop lifestyle”), how to think about risk without destroying your personal finances, and why old-school, face-to-face principles may be a competitive advantage in a hyper-digital world. Vick also shares his blunt perspective on identity, focus, relationships, and why the right partner can dramatically multiply a man’s output. Expect to learn: How to take calculated entrepreneurial risks without over-leveraging yourself Why most people aren’t “ready” for entrepreneurship—and how to tell if you are The overlooked advantage of old-school business tactics📌 Get 10% off at Otaa.com with code JAMESLAWLEY10 🗞️ The Gentleman’s Digest - your weekly guide to a more gentlemanly life:https://tinyurl.com/3amfx95b 🌎 Our private member’s club - applications currently open:https://tinyurl.com/2ubx7fjw

    1h 5m

  3. JAN 28

    How I built Pandora into the world's biggest jewelry brand - Jesper Nielsen

    Jesper Nielsen is one of the co-founders of Pandora who took the brand from its infancy to dominance in the global jewelry market. He sat down with Gentlemen's Collective to share the secrets of Pandora's success—and to give the honest truth about the work ethic required to build a household-name company. Jesper also reveals what top business execs are looking for when they take a potential hire or customer out for dinner, and why Dubai is the thriving capital of young entrepreneurs today. Expect to learn: Why balance is a lie if you're an ambitious entrepreneur What is worth spending millions on, and what is not How a businessman should order in a restaurant📌 Get 10% off at Otaa.com with code JAMESLAWLEY10 🗞️ The Gentleman’s Digest - your weekly guide to a more gentlemanly life:https://tinyurl.com/3amfx95b 🌎 Our private member’s club - applications currently open:https://tinyurl.com/2ubx7fjw

    1h 31m

  4. JAN 21

    Dating in a big city? It doesn't have to be so difficult - Dr. Mindy DeSeta

    Mindy DeSeta is a doctor of human sexuality and a licensed mental health counselor specializing in relationships and dating. Located in Miami—which is known for its competitive dating market—Mindy has a huge amount of experience working with high-performing male clients who find their romantic lives and sex lives much more difficult to navigate than their careers. She sat down with James to discuss the dating scene not only of Miami but of big cities across the West, the issues men are facing in the bedroom, and the challenges that come with dating a significantly younger woman. Expect to learn: What women find difficult about dating, and how guys can step it up The best way to date and build a social network in a new city How to have the “What are we?” conversation like a gentleman📌 Get 10% off at Otaa.com with code JAMESLAWLEY10 🗞️ The Gentleman’s Digest — your weekly guide to a more gentlemanly life:https://tinyurl.com/3amfx95b 🌎 Our private member’s club — applications currently open:https://tinyurl.com/2ubx7fjw Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6zEF3PynXwko6g1IyH8sfs

    51 min

  5. JAN 14

    Texas etiquette, old money, and dating like a modern gentleman - Molly K. Tomlin

    Molly K. Tomlin is a certified etiquette coach in Dallas, Texas. Having studied under William Hanson, she now specializes in helping women achieve everyday elegance through refined behavior, dress, and personal conduct. James sat down with Molly to explore how she blends her fondness for British traditions with her distinct Texas charm, what the old money trend has done for etiquette and style in the mainstream, and how men can up their dating game by embracing thoughtfulness and honesty. Expect to learn: How to apply traditional etiquette to everyday life The behaviors of a modern gentleman that women notice When is the right time to send a handwritten note📌 Get 10% off at Otaa.com with code JAMESLAWLEY10 🗞️ The Gentleman’s Digest — your weekly guide to a more gentlemanly life:https://tinyurl.com/3amfx95b 🌎 Our private member’s club — applications currently open:https://tinyurl.com/2ubx7fjw

    1h 17m

  6. JAN 7

    What playing with Ozzy taught me about discipline - Blasko

    Blasko is a bassist, musician, and manager best known for performing in the bands Ozzy Osbourne, Rob Zombie, and Danzig. Having been involved in the music industry since the 1980s, Blasko has seen the highs and lows of the rockstar life — and he knows why some musicians achieve their dreams of stardom while others fall flat on their faces. Whether you’re a musician or not, there are powerful lessons on discipline, tenacity, and professionalism in this conversation that apply to almost anything you want to achieve in life. Expect to learn: What rockstars are really like backstage — and why it’s more boring than you’d think How the 23 hours spent off stage matters more for a musician’s career than the one hour spent on stage Why music and style are so intrinsically linked — and whether there’s anything that hasn’t been done already🗞️ The Gentleman’s Digest — your weekly guide to a more gentlemanly life:https://tinyurl.com/3amfx95b 🌎 Our private member’s club — applications currently open:https://tinyurl.com/2ubx7fjw

    1h 27m

  7. 12/31/2025

    #27 - The unpredictable life of an 80s runway model - Claire Farwell

    Claire Farwell is a British model, journalist, fashion designer, competitive swimmer, and AI expert.As if that weren't enough, Claire has lived across 22 different countries. She and James connected one day in Barcelona through a mutual friend, which led to a spontaneous lunch, and then a podcast. Listen to find out- What life was really like for a runway model in the 80s and 90s- What truly creates confidence, even when under great pressure- How to reinvent yourself and make new friends everywhere you go Enjoying this podcast? Then you'll love the Gentleman's Digest — a weekly newsletter of reflections, recommendations, and challenges personally written by James and sent to your inbox every Sunday 🗞️ Become a reader here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/gent-z/q6eh1wuyqc

    1h 1m

  8. 12/16/2025

    #26 Life lessons of your late 20s - Nick Alexander

    James and menswear YouTuber Nick Alexander dive into the reality of reinventing your life in your 20s and 30s — from escaping the corporate grind to building a brand around purpose, style, and discipline. They explore the loneliness of modern cities, the appeal of Europe’s slow-life culture, and why so many men feel creatively and personally stuck. Nick shares his transition from Deloitte consultant to full-time YouTuber, how he’s building a life true to his values, and what he’s learned about ambition, burnout, dating, and becoming a man worth following. Enjoying this podcast? Then you'll love the Gentleman's Digest — a weekly newsletter of reflections, recommendations, and challenges personally written by James and sent to your inbox every Sunday 🗞️ Become a reader here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/gent-z/q6eh1wuyqc Want to learn how to become a content creator and master the skill of social media for yourself? Apply for James' mentorship 👉 http://bit.ly/3KsuE4Q Follow the podcast on social media: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zEF3PynXwko6g1IyH8sfsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/almostimmediately/

    1h 20m
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Insightful conversations for the modern gentleman. Listen to be entertained, inspired, and amused. A podcast by Gentlemen's Collective. Hosted by James Lawley

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