The Gstaad Guy Podcast

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The Gstaad Guy Podcast is your backstage pass to the untold stories behind excellence. Hosted by The Gstaad Guy, out of character, this guest driven, unscripted series explores the real journeys, challenges and turning points that shape those who have mastered their craft. From global tastemakers and industry leaders to creative pioneers and cultural outliers, each episode reveals what it really takes to achieve excellence. Through humour and curiosity, The Gstaad Guy peels back the layers to uncover the grit behind the glamour, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the worlds usually kept behind closed doors. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gstaadguypodcast  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gstaadguypodcast

  1. The Business of Fashion Founder & CEO: Imran Amed – Following a Feeling, Being a Pioneer, & Building the Voice of an Industry

    4 days ago

    The Business of Fashion Founder & CEO: Imran Amed – Following a Feeling, Being a Pioneer, & Building the Voice of an Industry

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with Imran Amed, founder and CEO of The Business of Fashion, the platform that fundamentally changed how the fashion industry understands and talks about itself, to explore what it truly takes to bet on a calling when everything rational tells you otherwise. From journaling as a child to consulting at McKinsey, Imran traces the long and winding road that led him to build one of the most influential media businesses of his generation. The conversation covers the early days of stretching himself thin across multiple jobs just to keep the dream alive, the insecurity and need for validation that shadowed his ambition, and the moment the universe seemed to stop offering alternatives. Imran opens up about the internal struggle between security and purpose, how meditation and silent retreats helped him find stillness amid relentless pressure, and why genuine optimism, not the performative kind, has been his most durable asset. An unusually candid and deeply personal conversation about identity, courage, and what becomes possible when you finally stop ignoring what you were meant to do. Filmed at The Twenty Two (London), Gingko Suite. (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (00:54) BoF VOICES 🎤🌍 (03:34) How It Started 💡🌱 (05:15) Failure ❌📉 (07:06) Rise Of The Internet 🌐💻 (08:07) Following A Feeling 🧭❤️ (12:20) Prosumers 🔄💡 (13:34) Perspective 👁️🌍 (15:47) Creation Of The Logo ✏️🎨 (21:05) Turning Into A Business 💡💼 (25:37) "Why London?" 🇬🇧🌆 (28:35) Consumer To Prosumer 🔄✨ (30:00) Adapting To The Times ⏳🔄 (33:04) Being A Pioneer 🚀🌟 (35:13) "State Of Fashion" 👔📊 (41:05) BoF & McKinsey 📰💼 (44:12) The Impact Of Knowledge 📚💡 (47:57) Banned From A Fashion Show 🚫👗 (49:56) Breaking The Fashion Communication System ⚡🔓 (53:56) Industry & Business Relationships 🤝🏻💼 (56:45) Good vs. Bad Campaigns For Creators ✅❌ (58:18) Brands Keeping Up With Culture 🌍👔 (1:00:42) Imran Amed 📰✨ (1:04:11) Applying To McKinsey 📝💼 (1:09:36) Mechanics Of A Consulting Firm ⚙️📊 (1:11:06) Internal Struggle 💭⚡ (1:15:26) Meditation 🧘✨ (1:20:20) Silent Retreats 🌿🔇 (1:24:43) Optimism ☀️🌟 (1:26:35) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 32min
  2. Classic Car Dealer, Collector & Writer: Simon Kidston – Classic Cars, Earned Authenticity, & Doing What You Love

    20 May

    Classic Car Dealer, Collector & Writer: Simon Kidston – Classic Cars, Earned Authenticity, & Doing What You Love

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with Simon Kidston, one of the most respected figures in the classic car world, a dealer, collector, and writer whose life has been shaped by an unwavering obsession with the machines that defined an era, to explore what it truly means to turn a passion into a life's work. Raised across cultures and educated in the Swiss Alps, Simon reflects on the upbringing that sharpened his eye, deepened his taste, and drew him inevitably towards the world of rare and extraordinary automobiles. The conversation moves through the philosophy of collecting, the singular allure of cars like the Mercedes 300 SLR, and why authenticity in this world cannot be manufactured, it can only be earned over time. Simon shares what classic cars reveal about the people who seek them, why obsession and discernment so often go hand in hand, and what it means to keep old machines alive and relevant in a modern era. At the heart of it all sits a quietly compelling conviction: that doing something you truly love is not indulgent, it is essential. A rich and unhurried conversation about passion, provenance, and the art of knowing exactly what you are looking for. Filmed at The Twenty Two (London), Gingko Suite. (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (05:17) From Passion To Job ❤️💼 (07:05) First Car 🚗🔑 (08:52) Upbringing 🏡👶 (12:30) Gstaad 🏔️❄️ (15:04) Relationship Building 🤝❤️ (21:27) Mercedes 300 SLR 🏎️💨 (28:28) Archetypes Of The Car World 🚗🎭 (33:26) The I.C.E. 🔥⚙️ (35:27) "The Gstaad Collector" 🏔️🏆 (37:29) Andermatt 🇨🇭⛰️ (38:59) Dream 5-Car Garage 🚗✨ (48:19) Bugatti Royale 👑🏎️ (54:22) Rallies 🏁🚗 (54:57) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ (1:00:50) "Do Something That You Love" ❤️🌟 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 4min
  3. Hyle Consulting Founder: Riccardo Pozzoli – Building Brands, the Italian Dream, & Tradeoffs That Define a Life

    13 May

    Hyle Consulting Founder: Riccardo Pozzoli – Building Brands, the Italian Dream, & Tradeoffs That Define a Life

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with Riccardo Pozzoli, founder of Hyle Consulting and one of Italy's most respected voices at the intersection of brand building, creativity, and entrepreneurship, to explore what it truly means to build a meaningful life without losing yourself in the process. From his years at Luxottica to his role as creative director of Persol, Riccardo reflects on a career shaped by constant challenge, creative ambition, and the quiet discipline of knowing when to pivot. The conversation moves through the realities of raising a family while running a business, the tradeoffs that every ambitious life demands, and why failure, far from being something to avoid, is the most reliable engine of growth. Riccardo shares his philosophy on aligning with a partner, finding balance without pretending it is easy, and what it really means to create desirability in a world saturated with noise. Threaded throughout is a distinctly Italian perspective on life, luxury, and what it means to pursue the dream on your own terms. A warm, honest, and wide-ranging conversation about ambition, identity, and the art of living well. Filmed at Mandarin Oriental, Milan. (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (04:22) Life Decisions 🤔🛤️ (08:42) Working With Brands 🤝🏻💼 (10:10) Career Path 🛤️📈 (15:35) Growing & Innovating 🌱💡 (20:13) Being A Father 👨‍👧❤️ (25:03) Game Of Life 🎲🌍 (26:40) Finding The Right Life Balance ⚖️🧘 (32:11) Aligning With Your Partner 🤝🏻❤️ (34:35) Voicing Intentions 🗣️💭 (35:57) Transparency 🪟💡 (37:21) Importance of "Dating" With Jobs 💼❤️ (41:52) 21-22 Year-Old Version Of Oneself 🪞⏳ (49:10) Status vs. Experience 👑📖 (56:59) "Is The Status Worth It?" 🤔💎 (1:00:27) No Social Media 📵🌿 (1:03:03) Creating Desirability ✨🔮 (1:03:52) The Meaning Of "Italianity" 🇮🇹❤️ (1:06:53) Joining The Luxury World 💎👔 (1:12:25) The Italian Dream 🇮🇹🌟 (1:19:14) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 25min
  4. Comedian, Actor, & Impressionist: Matt Friend – Finding Your Voice, Reading the Room, & Why Laughter Is the Last Honest Thing

    6 May

    Comedian, Actor, & Impressionist: Matt Friend – Finding Your Voice, Reading the Room, & Why Laughter Is the Last Honest Thing

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with Matt Friend, the comedian, actor, and impressionist who has built a devoted following by turning razor-sharp observation into some of the most entertaining content online and on stage, to explore what it truly means to make people laugh in a world that takes itself far too seriously. From discovering comedy to performing in front of live crowds, Matt reflects on the craft, the nerve, and the instinct required to land a joke in any room, for any audience. The conversation moves through the journey from online skits to major stages, the difference between performing for a camera and commanding a room, and why great comedy has always been rooted in great observation. Matt shares how he approaches his impressions, what it means to adapt your voice without losing it, and why humour remains one of the most powerful and underrated tools a person can have. A genuinely funny and surprisingly thoughtful conversation about passion, performance, and the art of noticing what everyone else is too polite to say. Filmed at Casa Cipriani New York's Premier River View Suite. (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (02:20) Accents 🗣️🌍 (06:20) Impressions 🎭😄 (08:18) Trump Impression 🇺🇸🎤 (08:39) Roger Federer 🎾🏆 (09:13) Rafael Nadal 🎾💪🏼 (09:26) Novak Djokovic 🎾🌟 (09:53) RFK Jr. 🇺🇸🎙️ (10:13) Bill Gates 💻💰 (13:05) Discovering Comedy 😂💡 (14:18) Performing In Front Of A Crowd 🎤👥 (17:36) Social Media vs. IRL 📱🌍 (19:11) Mitch McConnell 🏛️🐢 (20:12) Ted Cruz 🇺🇸🤠 (20:30) Bernie Sanders 🌹✊🏻 (21:34) Austin Butler 🎬😎 (22:25) Language vs. Final Product 🗣️🎯 (27:49) An Unserious Generation 😜📱 (31:24) Embracing Comedy 😂❤️ (33:16) Observing The Rich 👀💎 (35:36) Tapping Into Luxury Brands 👔✨ (37:50) Inspiration For The Comedy 💡😂 (41:54) Comedy As A Tool In Dating 😂❤️ (45:29) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min
  5. Augustinus Bader Co-Founder & CEO: Charles Rosier – Stem Cell Science, The Cost of Conviction, & Building a Skincare Icon

    29 Apr

    Augustinus Bader Co-Founder & CEO: Charles Rosier – Stem Cell Science, The Cost of Conviction, & Building a Skincare Icon

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with Charles Rosier, co-founder & CEO of Augustinus Bader, the biotech skincare brand that brought revolutionary stem cell science out of the medical world and into the hands of consumers, to explore what it truly takes to build something extraordinary from the edge of the impossible. From a dramatic change in career path to navigating near bankruptcy, Charles reflects on the determination, sacrifice, and quiet self-belief that kept the vision alive when almost nothing else did. The conversation moves through the science behind the brand, the challenge of democratising skincare without compromising its integrity, and why building a strong identity in one of the world's most competitive industries demands as much courage as it does innovation. Charles shares what he looks for in a team, how the perception of skincare is evolving, and why trusting the process, even when the process is brutal, is the only way to create something that lasts. A compelling conversation about medicine, reinvention, and what happens when science and luxury finally meet. Filmed at The Twenty Two (London), Gingko Suite. (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (00:34) Who Is AB? 🙋👤 (03:45) Early Applications 🧴✨ (05:55) Purpose 🎯❤️ (08:00) Launching A Brand 🚀🌟 (10:00) The Idea 💡🔮 (11:14) Democratising Skincare 🤝🏻💆 (14:59) Perception Of Skincare 👁️🧴 (20:10) Ingredients 🌿🔬 (21:35) The Rich Cream 💎🧴 (27:01) Becoming A Founder 👔🚀 (31:33) Skincare Landscape 🌍🧴 (36:10) Ready To Sacrifice Everything 💪🏻🔥 (39:53) Packaging 📦✨ (44:08) Becoming A Skincare Entrepreneur 💼🌟 (48:34) What To Look For In A Team 👥🔍 (51:34) Running A Business In London 🇬🇧💼 (55:42) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 2min
  6. Michelin-Starred Chef & Sushi Master: Endo Kazutoshi – Destiny, Discipline, & The Art of Omakase

    22 Apr

    Michelin-Starred Chef & Sushi Master: Endo Kazutoshi – Destiny, Discipline, & The Art of Omakase

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with Endo Kazutoshi, one of the most revered third-generation sushi masters in the world, to explore a life shaped by inherited craft, quiet discipline, and an unwavering devotion to the guest. From a destiny that was never forced upon him yet always seemed inevitable, Endo reflects on what it means to carry a family tradition forward while finding his own voice within it, and how the loss of his father deepened his understanding of what this craft truly demands. The conversation moves through the philosophy of omakase, the art of reading a guest before a single piece of fish is cut, and why the best sushi experience is one where less does infinitely more. Endo shares his approach to sourcing ingredients, the discipline required to build the right team around a shared vision, and how a deep knowledge of produce, technique, and human emotion combine to create something that transcends a meal. A rare and intimate look at mastery in its most refined form, and the lifetime of dedication it takes to make something look effortless. Filmed at the TASCHEN London bookstore. (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (01:11) Career Path 🛤️💼 (01:50) Third-Generation Sushi Master 🍣👨‍🍳 (05:39) Destiny 🌟🔮 (06:42) Student & Master 📚🥋 (08:38) Father Passing 🕊️❤️ (12:13) Omakase 🍣🎌 (14:43) Definition of Omakase 📖🍽️ (17:56) Building The Right Team 👥🤝 (20:27) Common Goal & Vision 🎯🌟 (22:57) Evolution Of Sushi Making 🔄🍣 (26:40) Italian vs. Japanese Values 🇮🇹🇯🇵 (29:55) Storytelling Around Food 📖🍽️ (32:04) Core Pillars Of Sushi 🏛️🍣 (33:48) Wasabi 🌿🔥 (36:43) Dining Emotions 😌❤️ (38:22) London 🇬🇧🌆 (39:21) Why I Source Locally 🌱🏡 (41:38) Aging Technique ⏳🔬 (43:30) Handling Fish 🐟🤲 (44:17) Personal Drive 💪🔥 (45:39) Apprentices 👨‍🎓🍣 (47:52) Rapid-Fire Sushi Etiquette ⚡🍣 (51:00) Uni 🦔🍣 (52:05) The Perfect Omakase Guest 😊🎌 (54:45) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 6min
  7. Founder of de PURY, Auctioneer, Art Dealer, Collector & DJ: Simon de Pury – Collecting, Taste & The Power of Curiosity

    15 Apr

    Founder of de PURY, Auctioneer, Art Dealer, Collector & DJ: Simon de Pury – Collecting, Taste & The Power of Curiosity

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with Simon de Pury, founder of de PURY, former chairman and chief auctioneer of Phillips de Pury & Company, former Europe chairman and chief auctioneer of Sotheby's, and former curator of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection, to explore a life lived entirely in pursuit of beauty, curiosity, and the extraordinary. Raised on Swiss values and drawn to galleries and collectors from a young age, Simon reflects on how a deep obsession with art, music, and human connection shaped a career at the very centre of the global art world. The conversation moves through the philosophy of collecting, the evolution of taste, and why Simon believes everyone is a collector at heart whether they know it or not. He shares how art has become increasingly social, the barriers that have long defined the industry and the forces now dismantling them, and why the best pieces have a way of choosing their buyer rather than the other way around. Threaded throughout is the one tool Simon has always relied on as much as any eye for great work: humour. A generous, wide-ranging conversation about passion, obsession, and what it truly means to live with art. Filmed at The Twenty Two (London), Gingko Suite. Chapters: (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (01:24) Background 🌍📖 (02:07) The Gstaad Guy 🎿😎 (03:15) Humour 😂🎭 (05:58) Charity Events 🤝🏻❤️ (08:50) Basel 🎨🏛️ (11:13) Curiosity 🔍🧠 (13:47) Passion For Art 🎨❤️ (14:14) Collecting Is An Art 🖼️✨ (18:45) Storytelling 📖🎙️ (21:26) How Taste Evolves 👁️📈 (26:04) Art Has Become Social 📱🎨 (29:47) Kanye West 🎤👑 (31:49) Footballers Buying Art ⚽🖼️ (33:22) Tastemakers 👔✨ (34:03) Fashion & Art 👗🎨 (36:54) Showcasing Your Art 🖼️💡 (39:48) Art Ecosystem 🌍🔄 (42:10) How Freeports Work 🏦🔒 (48:21) Important Factors In Art ⚖️🔑 (51:27) The Art Piece Choosing The Buyer 🖼️🤝🏻 (56:04) Interdisciplinary Approach 🔀🧠 (1:01:13) Obsession 🔥💭 (1:03:43) Attributes Of An Art Collector 🧐💎 (1:07:30) The Art World 🌍🖼️ (1:10:35) Money vs. Passion 💰❤️ (1:12:33) Art World Dos & Don'ts ✅❌ (1:15:34) DJing 🎧🎶 (1:18:28) Being Swiss 🇨🇭⛰️ (1:24:40) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ (1:27:45) The Future 🔮🚀 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 34min
  8. Former Banker & Master Tailor: PROFF (AskOkey) – Reinvention, Identity, & The Power of Dressing Well

    8 Apr

    Former Banker & Master Tailor: PROFF (AskOkey) – Reinvention, Identity, & The Power of Dressing Well

    The Gstaad Guy sits down with PROFF, the man behind the AskOkey universe, a former JP Morgan investment banker turned tailor, blogger, and one of the most quietly compelling voices in men's style, to explore what it truly means to dress with intention and live with purpose. From the boardroom to the cutting table, PROFF reflects on a life shaped by reinvention, resilience, and the profound relationship between how we dress and how we carry ourselves. The conversation ventures into the philosophy beneath the cloth: the stoicism that steadies him, the desire to grow that drives him, and the responsibilities inherited along the way that forced him to find his footing faster than most. PROFF shares what it means to build something from nothing, why necessity has always been his greatest teacher, and how observation, solitude, and a commitment to becoming the best version of yourself can quietly transform a life. A thoughtful and deeply personal conversation about identity, grit, and the elegance of knowing exactly who you are. Filmed in the One&Only One Za’abeel Royal Suite. (00:00) Intro ✨🎙️ (00:58) Aura ✨🌀 (02:55) Solaro Suit 👔🌞 (05:32) Ask Okey Universe 🌍🙏🏼🙏 (07:49) Public Persona 🎭😎 (09:55) Becoming A Tailor 🧵✂️ (11:58) Audience Engagement 🎤👥 (15:04) What You Stand For 🏛️💪🏻 (17:00) Life Changing Moment ⚡🔄 (20:00) JP Morgan 🏦💰 (26:30) Playbook For Life 📖🗺️ (28:27) Stoicism 🧘⚖️ (30:18) Desire To Grow 🌱📈 (34:18) "Why Am I Doing This?" 🤔💭 (37:40) Spending Time Alone 🌙🚶 (38:49) "The Journey vs. The Destination" 🛤️🏁 (40:49) The Irony Of Life 😏🔄 (43:46) Being Content With Progress 😌✅ (47:35) Family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦❤️ (48:39) Necessity Is The Mother Of Invention 💡🔧 (53:00) Gentle Guidance 🧭🌿 (53:26) Grit 💪🏻🔥 (57:25) The Greatest Gift Is Observation 👁️🎁 (59:56) Knowing Where You Come From 🌍🏠 (1:02:21) Be The Best Version Of Yourself 🌟💯 (1:05:38) Looking For Knowledge 📚🔍 (1:08:01) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 18min
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The Gstaad Guy Podcast is your backstage pass to the untold stories behind excellence. Hosted by The Gstaad Guy, out of character, this guest driven, unscripted series explores the real journeys, challenges and turning points that shape those who have mastered their craft. From global tastemakers and industry leaders to creative pioneers and cultural outliers, each episode reveals what it really takes to achieve excellence. Through humour and curiosity, The Gstaad Guy peels back the layers to uncover the grit behind the glamour, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the worlds usually kept behind closed doors. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gstaadguypodcast  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gstaadguypodcast

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  • Creator
    The Gstaad Guy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
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