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The Gstaad Guy Podcast

The Gstaad Guy
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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Episodes

Ep. 13, Roxie Nafousi: Author of Manifest – “The Manifesting Queen”, Rock Bottom, Healing, Confidence, & The Power of Self-Belief

The Gstaad Guy sits down with Roxie Nafousi, bestselling author and self-development coach, to explore how personal struggle can become the catalyst for profound transformation. From the depths of addiction, loneliness, and emotional lows, Roxie shares the pivotal moments that pushed her to rebuild her life from the inside out. The conversation unpacks manifestation not as magic, but as a practical, healing practice rooted in self-awareness, discipline, and consistent action. Roxie opens up abou...

Aug 13, 20251 hr 15 min

Ep. 12, Stefan Sonnenfeld: Founder of Company 3 – “Da Vinci of Colour Grading”, Movies, Discipline, Working With Apple

The Gstaad Guy sits down with Stefan Sonnenfeld, legendary colourist and founder of Company 3, to explore the discipline, drive, and vision behind some of the most iconic visuals in modern entertainment. Known for his pioneering work with Apple and countless cultural touchpoints across film, fashion, and advertising, Stefan unpacks what it means to shape stories through colour. From policing piracy in the early days to becoming a creative "sheriff" in his own right, the conversation dives into t...

Aug 06, 20251 hr 3 min

Ep. 11, Georgios Frangulis: Founder of Oakberry Açaí – Entrepreneurship, Resilience, F1, & Building a Premium Brand Against the Odds

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 global premium brand. From launching with limited resources to now sponsoring the BWT Alpine Formula One Team , Georgios shares the unlikely path that took Oakberry from street-level scepticism to centre-stage visibility. The conversation delves into the realities of entrepreneurship, navigating doubt, mastering timing, and the mindset needed to kee...

Jul 30, 202553 min

Ep. 10, Benjamin Paulin: Founder of Paulin Paulin Paulin – “The Dune” Sofa, Design Lineage, & Reimagining Everyday Form

In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with designer and creative mind Benjamin Paulin to explore how design, culture, and heritage intersect in his evolving body of work. As the son of legendary furniture designer Pierre Paulin, Benjamin brings a unique perspective on honouring tradition while pushing the boundaries of form and function. The conversation unpacks the balance between art and design, the role of modularity in shaping how we live, and the tension between legacy and pop culture. ...

Jul 23, 20251 hr 11 min

Ep. 9, Nicolas Bijan: Founder of NB44 – Values, Responsibility, Respect, & the Discipline Behind Building a Modern Legacy

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 behind building something new while honouring a storied family name. From growing up in a household defined by excellence to carving out his own creative path, Nicolas shares the lessons shaped by tough love, discipline, and perspective. The conversation delves into the responsibility that comes with privilege, the importance of respect, and why har...

Jul 16, 20251 hr 3 min

Ep. 8, Bryan Johnson: "Healthiest Man on Earth", Founder of Braintree & The Blueprint Protocol – Longevity, Superintelligence, Radical Health, & Redefining Human Potential

In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with tech entrepreneur and human optimisation pioneer Bryan Johnson to explore the ideas, trade-offs, and motivations behind Blueprint, his controversial and cutting-edge protocol to reverse ageing and extend biological youth. The conversation unpacks the science of longevity, the measurable impact of sleep, nutrition, and cellular regeneration, and how our perception of health is being completely redefined by technology. Bryan speaks openly about the sa...

Jul 09, 202558 min

Ep. 7, Adam & Ryan Goldston: Founders of APL – Banned by the NBA, Luxury Performance, Credibility, & Innovation That Moves Culture

In this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Adam and Ryan Goldston , the twin brothers behind APL (Athletic Propulsion Labs), the brand that disrupted the sneaker world with a basketball shoe so advanced it was banned by the NBA. The conversation dives into what it means to build a brand with authenticity at its core, and how vision, process, and purpose have shaped APL’s rise in the luxury performance category. From engineering innovation based on real needs, not hype, to defining what credi...

Jul 02, 20251 hr 4 min

Ep. 6, Lori & Marci Hirshleifer: Owners of Hirshleifers – Legacy, Social Media, Style, Handbag Charms & Reinventing the Family Business

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 century-old family business has adapted, grown, and thrived in this day and age. This conversation traces what it’s like to work alongside family, and how creative and strategic decisions are made when curating collections. Lori and Marci reflect on their role in sparking the global handbag charm trend, and how Hirshleifers has consistently stayed ahe...

Jun 25, 202537 min

Ep. 5, Eric Schmidt: Former CEO of Google – Gratitude, Human Values, AI, Hyper-Intelligence, & Throughput

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 with rapid technological acceleration. From the role of AI in reshaping productivity to the dawn of hyper-intelligence, Eric shares his thoughts on how to remain grounded in an age defined by algorithms. The conversation touches on the ethical responsibilities of tech leadership, the importance of human freedom in a machine-driven world, and how e...

Jun 23, 202557 min

Ep. 4, Will Welch: Editor-in-Chief of GQ - Fashion, Journalism, Hype, Creative Leadership, Virality, & the Evolution of GQ.

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 storytelling in an era of algorithms, and how GQ has evolved into a creative platform where the best idea wins, and every voice matters. Will shares his perspective on the devolution of traditional media, the unpredictable nature of virality, and why being yourself is the only strategy that truly lasts. From deep journalism to digital creativity, t...

Jun 23, 20251 hr 8 min

Ep. 3, Wisdom Kaye: Fashion, Internet Fame, Content Creation, Luxury vs. Expression, and the Future of Influence.

In this episode, The Gstaad Guy chats with model and fashion content creator Wisdom Kaye, to discuss the evolution of personal style, navigating the fashion world as a digital native, and how to build influence without compromising authenticity. Wisdom Kaye is a Nigerian-American fashion model and content creator who rose to prominence through his bold, editorial-level style on TikTok. Blending high fashion with streetwear and cinematic storytelling, Wisdom has become a voice for a new generatio...

Jun 23, 202558 min

Ep. 2, Nadine Ghosn: Owner of Nadine Ghosn Fine Jewelry - Pencil Bracelets, Burger Rings, Entrepreneurship, Balance, Anxiety, & Romance.

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 from the ground up, why not fitting-in can be a strength, and how to stay creative in an industry that often plays it safe. Nadine Ghosn is a Lebanese-Brazilian jewelery designer known for her playful and unconventional pieces that mix high-end jewelry with a youthful playfulness, from diamond studded burgers to pencil-shaped bracelets. Her pieces...

Jun 23, 202557 min

Ep. 1, Daniel Humm: 3-Michelin-Star Chef & Owner of New York’s Eleven Madison Park - Swiss Values, Fine-Dining, Sustainability, & Excess

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 conversation about creativity, reinvention and what it takes to serve meaning on a plate. Daniel Humm is a Swiss plant-based chef and the visionary behind Eleven Madison Park, Clemente Bar and the lifestyle brand Eleven Madison Home. In September 2024, he was named a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for food education, recognising his advocacy for sustaina...

May 22, 20251 hr 16 min
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