The Entrepreneurs

Jan 31 2025 100 ep. 20 mins 15.9k
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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. 

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Eureka 425: Why being weird is good business

Jan 31 2025 11 mins  
John Roescher, CEO of Raw Materials, shares why the digital design agency prides itself on an unconventional business model. We discuss how its unique approach helps it to stand out and land big clients. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating wealth in uncertain times

Jan 29 2025 30 mins  
What do sailing and wealth management have in common? For Vincent Lecomte, CEO of BNP Paribas Wealth Management, both require vision, adaptability and trust. Lecomte joins ‘The Entrepreneurs’ to explain how a turbulent economic landscape requires investors to embrace new challenges, manage risks and adapt to new strategies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa

Eureka 424: The cool evolution of 66°North

Jan 24 2025 8 mins  
Helgi Óskarsson, CEO of 66°North, shares how the brand went from outfitting Icelandic fishermen to a globally recognised name in outerwear. We discuss its ethos, retail expansion and new exhibition at Copenhagen Fashion Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lifelong pursuit of wellbeing

Jan 22 2025 27 mins  
As societies get older, how can we support wellbeing from infancy to later life? We explore both ends of the spectrum as we meet the co-founder of an organic infant formula company and head to an Italian medical spa that claims to hold the secrets to longevity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eureka 423: How Art SG became a key date on the global art calendar

Jan 17 2025 8 mins  
Magnus Renfrew, co-founder of Art SG, shares the inspiration behind Southeast Asia’s leading international art fair, highlighting Singapore’s emerging art ecosystem and its unique role in attracting global collectors, artists and galleries.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greece special 

Jan 15 2025 29 mins  
We meet former corporate lawyer Alexia Karides, who left the legal briefs behind to launch Ysso, a jewellery brand crafting handmade pieces. Then: we take a peek inside the pages of our latest title, ‘Greece: The Monocle Handbook’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eureka 422: What if clothes could adjust temperature?

Jan 10 2025 10 mins  
We meet Florian Miguet, the co-founder of Clim8, a French company using smart thermal tech to develop apparel with personalised heating and cooling systems. x  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pet care with 24/7 vet access is here

Jan 08 2025 29 mins  
Monocle’s Tomos Lewis meets Toronto-based entrepreneur Mark Bordo, the co-founder and CEO of Vetster. Bordo talks about how telemedicine is reimagining pet care, improving access to leading veterinary support and enabling vets to extend care beyond clinic hours – keeping their four-legged patients wagging their tails.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Third Space CEO Colin Waggett on changing motivations for fitness

Jan 01 2025 30 mins  
Colin Waggett, CEO of luxury gym chain Third Space, discusses the company’s expansion model, London’s fitness market and how smart real-estate partnerships contribute to its success. Plus: Monocle’s editor in chief, Andrew Tuck, shares what’s on his radar for 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nyetimber and the global rise of premium English sparkling wine

Dec 25 2024 30 mins  
Eric Heerema, CEO and owner of Nyetimber, discusses the brand's journey to becoming a global leader and how it's broadening its reach by exporting to more than 20 countries and expanding its product range. Plus: how the Maldives plans to diversify tourism by targeting new markets and offering a range of accommodation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.