Podcasts about Luxury

Luxury no longer means chandeliers and thread count. It means connection, memory, and how guests feel long after checkout. I caught up with Robert Reitknecht at INSPIRE Luxury, hosted by the International Luxury Hotel Association, live from Resorts World Las Vegas. (Important context: this was my 10th day in Vegas, so expectations were appropriately managed.) On #NoVacancyNews, Robert explains how luxury hotels move from performative service to genuine connection, why frontline teams shape the guest story more than any design element, and how leaders must "lean into the brand" without losing authenticity. A big thanks to Actabl — Actabl gives you the power to profit. Visit Actabl.com. Key Takeaways:

Ryan Connolly, Head of Marketing at Hidden Iceland, shares how his company transformed from serving all market segments to focusing exclusively on premium and luxury private tours. The pivotal decision to cut small group tours (which represented 50% of departures but only 10% of revenue) allowed Hidden Iceland to grow by 5% while improving quality and profitability. Ryan discusses how relationship marketing drives 70% of their bookings directly (without OTAs), why they lead with education when working with travel advisors, and how PR outperforms paid advertising for luxury sales. He also reveals his background working in finance before a three year journey across 40 countries led him to become a glacier guide in Iceland, where he met his wife on a tour and co-founded the company with two partners.Top 10 Takeaways for Tour Operators1. Cut unprofitable segments ruthlesslySmall group tours accounted for 50% of Hidden Iceland's departures but only 10% of revenue. After eliminating that segment, they grew 5% by focusing resources on premium and luxury private tours where margins are higher.2. Partner with competitors instead of viewing them as threatsWhen customers can't afford Hidden Iceland's luxury pricing, Ryan personally introduces them to partner companies that serve the budget segment. This maintains relationships and positions them as helpful experts rather than pushy salespeople.3. PR drives better ROI than paid ads for high ticket salesOver 450 articles in publications like Condé Nast, Forbes, and CNN have driven 70% direct bookings. For luxury trips ($20,000+), earned media builds trust better than Facebook or Google ads.4. Lead with personal story in first customer contactRyan's initial email starts: "Hello, my name is Ryan. I'm originally Scottish. I've lived in Iceland since 2016. I originally trained as a glacier guide..." This builds immediate trust and differentiates from transactional competitors.5. Educate travel advisors. Don't just sell to themHidden Iceland runs webinars teaching agents about Iceland's seasons, distances, and what each time of year offers. Not sales pitches. The education first approach builds meaningful advisor relationships that generate 30% of bookings.6. Vet activity partners on safety and environmental standardsBefore partnering with snowmobile companies, helicopter tours, or other providers, Hidden Iceland shares their own safety and environmental policies first, then asks partners to reciprocate. This creates collaboration, not just transactions.7. Train guides to be themselves, not follow scriptsInstead of teaching guides what to say at each stop, Hidden Iceland tells them: "Be yourself in the most authentic way possible and create genuine connections." This leads to reviews that praise the guide more than the destination.8. Choose conferences strategically. Avoid the herdRyan skips luxury travel conferences if more than 2 or 3 other Iceland companies will attend. Less competition means easier differentiation and more meaningful conversations with travel advisors.9. Keep the sales process low tech and high touchDespite having a CRM (LEMACS), Hidden Iceland puts key itinerary details in the body of emails and offers phone calls early. For luxury clients, human connection trumps slick automation.10. Build the business with partners you trust implicitlyRyan emphasizes: "Don't set up a company with anyone you don't trust inherently and that you believe will communicate effectively during the hardest times." Through pandemics and volcanic eruptions, Hidden Iceland's three owners have never shouted at each other because they chose partnership carefully.

This episode of  Wisdom From The Wardrobe, the team opens with Bec's "In the News" segment, spotlighting Burberry's latest marketing campaign and its refreshingly relatable message: luxury lives in every moment. Featuring iconic British stars like Olivia Colman stepping into very ordinary roles, including working behind the counter at a classic fish and chips shop, the campaign reminds us that beautiful things are meant to be worn, used, and enjoyed, not saved for someday. Inspired by that philosophy, the conversation turns to stylish and thoughtful holiday gift ideas that strike the perfect balance between indulgence and practicality. From cozy indoor footwear and elegant gloves to sumptuous cashmere and chic travel accessories from Longchamp, the team shares pieces that feel special without feeling precious. These are gifts designed to elevate everyday life and actually get used. As always, the episode blends style insight with real-world wearability, offering a timely reminder that great style isn't about waiting for the right moment, it's about making the moment right. 

In this episode of Openwork, we talk with our sales director, Geoff Souder, about what fundamentally changes when you move from selling traditional luxury watches to selling independent brands. Drawing on decades of experience with mainstream names like Rolex and Patek Philippe, Geoff explains how scale and standardization create a polished but often homogenous retail experience, then contrasts that with the realities of independence—where there is no built-in foot traffic and every relationship must be earned. The conversation centers on how independent watches shift the meaning of ownership inward, away from status and recognition and toward personal connection, artistic intent, and patronage, ultimately reshaping not just how watches are sold, but how they're understood and valued. Hosted by Asher Rapkin and Gabe Reilly, co-founders of Collective Horology, Openwork goes inside the watch industry. You can find us online at collectivehorology.com. To get in touch with suggestions, feedback or questions, email podcast@collectivehorology.com.

In this episode, I'm unpacking what it's like to come home melted after shooting reality TV, why being on set feels more natural to me than “normal life,” and how somewhere between chaos, jet lag, and a steak dinner alone by the ocean, something in me clicked. We're talking self-trust, quitting nicotine, letting go of codependency, learning to enjoy your own company, and why chasing validation will never hit the way liking yourself does.✨ Listener participation time:Leave me a voicemail at 702-900-6446 or email twndpodcast@gmail.com and tell me:This is The Totally Wholesome (Not Dirty) Podcast — where we laugh through the chaos, talk mental health without the buzzwords, and find a little magic in being human. socials:https://www.instagram.com/twndpodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/twndpodcast

Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, Podcast, and Brand December 14th, 2025 Topics covered: DoorDash driver appears in court after filming and accusing customer of harassment during delivery. What Affordability Crisis? New York City Continues Asking Consumers to Pay More for Delivery. North Miami Beach Uber driver arrested for alleged lewd conduct on teen passenger Unveiling Uber's Corporate Playbook: A Trojan Horse Analysis Indiana DoorDash driver seen on video appearing to spray delivery with 'irritant substance,' Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo 

This conversation, on today's show, explores the evolving concept of retirement, emphasizing the importance of planning beyond just financial aspects. Host Nathan Fort discusses the significance of relationships, the need for clarity and control in financial planning, and strategies to manage longevity risk and emotional investing. Nathan encourages listeners to rethink retirement as a fulfilling phase of life rather than just a cessation of work, highlighting the necessity of a comprehensive retirement plan that includes income strategies and personal goals. If you have any questions concerning your retirement call Nathan Fort 800-890-5008 or click here to visit our website. Retiring, Planning, Saving, Healthcare, 401K, Roth, TaxesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Nash says the Cape Shore is an underrated tourism destination, and he wants to draw visitors with a new glamping option: the Granda Rose Retreat.

What does luxury truly mean when your business is built on trust, precision, and human connection?In this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, Nick Fong sits down with Karla Casillas, founder of Karla Casillas & Co., a leading force in the luxury wedding and events industry in Los Cabos. With more than three decades of experience, Karla shares the real story behind building one of Mexico's most respected luxury service brands.This conversation goes beyond destination weddings.Karla talks openly about entrepreneurship, burnout, leadership, mistakes that shaped her career, and why communication—not trends—is the foundation of true luxury. She explains how luxury clients think, why personalization matters more than aesthetics, and what it takes to scale a high-touch business without losing its soul.The episode also explores the emotional parallels between luxury weddings, real estate, and life decisions, as well as Karla's motivation for launching her own podcast, “The Choice,” a platform focused on stories of success, struggle, and personal growth.This episode is ideal for listeners interested in:Luxury weddings in Los Cabos and destination eventsEntrepreneurship and leadership in premium service industriesBuilding legacy brands based on trust and excellenceThe human side of success, burnout, and resilienceIf you're an entrepreneur, creative professional, or business owner operating in a luxury market, this episode offers grounded insight from real-world experience.00:00 – Introduction02:10 – Finding Her Path in Weddings05:30 – Building a Brand in Los Cabos08:40 – The Evolution of Luxury Weddings12:00 – Burnout and the Cost of Excellence16:20 – Scaling, Teams, and Letting Go19:40 – What Luxury Really Means23:10 – Emotional vs Financial Investment26:30 – Trends, Personalization, and Timelessness30:00 – Common Mistakes Clients Make33:20 – Launching “The Choice” Podcast36:30 – The Loneliness of Entrepreneurship39:40 – Communication as a Life Skill43:20 – Failure, Trust, and Leadership Lessons47:30 – Mentorship and Industry Reality51:00 – Why Weddings Matter to Cabo53:00 – Final Reflections

Join us this week as we sit down with Rebecca Blacker, a successful New York City real estate broker who runs a top-producing, all-women's team focusing on luxury real estate. Rebecca shares the compelling story of her career, which began in her family's real estate business. Her grandfather, a Holocaust survivor, originally founded the company, making real estate a lifelong presence for Rebecca. However, after the birth of her second child, she felt an overwhelming desire for independence—a need to build something her own rather than managing her father's and grandfather's legacy. This bold move was driven by her ambition to be an entrepreneur and a role model for her kids. Although her transition was initially difficult for her family, they are now incredibly supportive of the successful business she has created. Rebecca details the modern, authentic approach she took to launch her solo career, which began with no listings or content. She purposefully created video content on social media, investing in a studio to overcome the initial fear of being on camera. She used this platform to share her life as a mom and a business starter, building a trustworthy brand that allows clients to feel like they know her before they even meet. This strategy successfully led to clients and the eventual expansion into her current five-member, all-women's team. Rebecca now finds immense joy in the mentorship aspect of leadership, loving the collaboration and support the team provides, and celebrating her members' successes even more than her own. She defines an empowered woman as someone who is fearless, sets goals, and pursues them without worrying about the opinions of others. Connect with Rebecca:Website: www.blackerandreed.com Instagram: @rebeccablacker | @blackerreed Let's keep the conversation going!Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast?Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/keynoteconcerts  Professional moms — if you're juggling work, mom guilt, and nightly discipline debates, meet The Calm and Connected Parent by psychotherapist Todd Sarner. This attachment-first guide is your roadmap to unity, confidence, and a calmer home. Out now. Visit transformativeparenting.com and click "New Book" at the top for bonuses, details, and updates starting today.  

Serving While Being Served is the ultimate lifestyle podcast—a space where faith meets elegance, and inspiration flows from the inside out. Since beginning this journey on March 4, 2019, I have spent six beautiful years growing, stretching, taking breaks, and allowing God to mold me. And through every season—God has been working on me.This platform pours into Religion, Fashion, Health, Luxury, and Class… but more importantly, it pours into the soul. As God fills me, I will continue to pour into others, sharing everything I learn along this God-given path called life. Because who said you can't serve others while being served?I pray that as you listen, this podcast brings love, light, and clarity to your spirit—so that you too feel empowered to go serve others with joy and purpose. May obedience lead us, just as scripture reminds us: “If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land” — Isaiah 1:19 (NKJV).Peace, blessings, and abundant favor to you.May our Heavenly Father continue to guide you, fill you, and bless you—always.With Love & Light,Sade Hall, Creator & Host

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Just popping in for an extra episode that we decided to record on the fly. Luckily we were sent a wonderful package from our good friend Caitlin**, who spoiled Jane with a bottle from her want list and several samples for us to discuss on air. Oh yeah, and The Game too, where Jane decided bomb out her nose with one of her own entries. Luckily we picked out a few good surprises as well.**Follow Caitlin Here, Here, and HerePerfumes Mentioned In This Episode.Flower No 1 by Perfumer H / Carnal Flower by Frederic Malle / Melodie de L'Amour by Dusita / Heliotrope by Perfumer H / L'Air de Rein by Miller Harris / Rain Cloud by Perfumer H / Steamed Rainbow by DS & Durga / Tonka Latte by Dusita / I-Dream by Maison d'ETTO / Shalimar L'Essence by Guerlain / Coromandel by Chanel / Cruel Gardenia, Spiritueuse Double Vanille, and Jasmin Bonheur by Guerlain / Cuir Velours, Iris Cendre, and Corpus Equus by Naomi Goodsir / Madagascar Le Baume Vanille by Parfum d'Empire / Jardins de Misfah, Sugar Leather, Mr Vetiver, Love At First Sight, and Fleur des Fleurs by Une Nuit Nomade / Cannabis Santal by Fresh / Epona by Papillon Perfumes / Ani by Nishane / Fumabat by Coche de Poche / Atlas Fever by Ex Nihilo / Nudiflorum by Nasomatto / Drakkar Noir by Guy LaRoche / Daim Blond by Serge LutensThe GameL'Âme du Phénix by Spoturno / Les Nuits by Astier de Villatte / Or du Serail by Naomi Goodsir / Luce by Meo Fusciuni / Jasmine Haze by Reservation / La Terre, La Nuit by Racyne(00:00) - - Intro and Flower No 1 (07:30) - - Milkfed A Bottle of Tonka Latte (12:32) - - Things We've Been Smelling (20:31) - - Some Une Nuit Nomade (33:43) - - What We've Been Wearing (39:50) - - The Game Please feel free to email us at hello@fragraphilia.com - Send us questions, comments, or recommendations. We can be found on TikTok and Instagram @fragraphilia

We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us!Traditional fashion and automotive industries are wedded to a leather supply chain that requires 20 toxic processing steps and plastic coatings, while they simultaneously claim environmental leadership. The uncomfortable reality executives don't acknowledge is that traditional leather production isn't just environmentally destructive—it's becoming economically obsolete. Join Shelley and Stephanie Downs, a biomaterials pioneer and CEO of Uncaged, as they have an honest conversation about how fashion executives who use natural leather are caught between mounting environmental pressure to change and legacy suppliers who resist touching alternative materials. Brands are being forced to choose between tradition and transformation. Meanwhile, major automotive brands including Jaguar and Land Rover are already piloting leather alternatives, responding to reputational risk from environmentally conscious consumers. To strengthen public awareness of leather alternatives, Uncaged just announced a new partnership with Oscar winning actress Natalie Portman who is a longtime vegan activist.Special Guest: Stephanie Downs, CEO, Uncaged InnovationsFor more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Hilton accelerates its global luxury expansion, Boom Supersonic leverages AI demand to fuel its aviation timeline, and Expedia steps deeper into the experiences market with its acquisition of Tiqets. On today's Skift Daily Briefing, Sarah Dandashy breaks down how Hilton is positioning itself for the next wave of high-end travel, why Boom's new turbine business could speed up the return of supersonic flight, and what Expedia's latest deal means for the future of tours, attractions, and full-trip retail. This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertising.amazon.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Articles Referenced: Hilton Execs Bet on Luxury as Wealthy Travelers Fuel Global Boom Boom CEO: Powering AI Data Centers Will Speed Path to Supersonic Flights Expedia Agrees to Buy Experiences Platform Tiqets to Bolster Its B2B Offering Honorable Mention: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AskAConcierge on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Skift LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/skift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SkiftNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss an update from the travel industry.

Luxury purses, handbags and carry-ons can't compete with story behind the handmade leather and canvas bags from “R Riveter”. Military spouse Lisa Bradley co-founded the company and revolutionized the fashion manufacturing industry, by recruiting military spouses located across the country, to stitch together the bags in their homes. Now, a multi-million-dollar business, we hear how this military spouse founded brand got its humble start in an attic. From a small home-based endeavor, Bradley shares how she was inspired to enlist her fellow military spouses, who often have challenges finding reliable employment, to join the company. After initial success, Bradley described how they scaled revenue, expanded operations and eventually made an appearance on the network TV show, Shark Tank. Bradley spoke about working with business icon Mark Cuban, and how despite their growth, R. Riveter stayed true to the original mission- helping military families. Over the years R. Riveter has sold thousands of bags, and Bradley offered a story about a family who is able to keep their father's memory alive, through a truly unique line of handbags. Check out R. Riveter Bags, for women and men here: https://www.rriveter.com/ Connect with CBS Eye on Veterans Phil Briggs, Host phil@connectingvets.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia. ・A selection of news headlines ・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding ・A highlight of our best stories Today we focus on:"India's chip city, Thai-Cambodia clash and Toyota'a ultra-luxury sports cars" ・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

NEW PODCAST EPISODE IS LIVE! Thinking of selling this winter? You may have more leverage than you think. This week, I break down why selling your home in the colder months could give you a serious edge over the springtime crowd. Less competition, more serious buyers, and faster decisions? Tune in to hear what’s really happening in the market! PLUS — check out our ️ House of the Week ️ 430 Eurasian Dr, Bunker Hill, WV 25413 $400,000 This stylish 4-bed, 2.5-bath Craftsman-style home in Morning Dove Estates is only 3 years old and move-in ready! Luxury vinyl plank flooring on the main level Kitchen island + stainless steel appliances Spacious primary suite w/ walk-in closet + private bath 2-car garage + unfinished basement = space to grow Quiet community near commuter routes Click to learn more or stop by Sunday to tour in person! Presented by Jay Day and The Day Home Team at LPT Realty Experience the Difference a Day Makes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gia is living it up in an undisclosed location. Find out why she’s there, and why she may never come back! Plus, the newest CAA client talks about signing with the biggest agency in the biz! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gia is living it up in an undisclosed location. Find out why she’s there, and why she may never come back! Plus, the newest CAA client talks about signing with the biggest agency in the biz! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Meghan and Jen welcome Kristen O Reilly, a personal manager for "prime private client high net worth" for One Digital Insurance, which is an insurance broker. 

Most people think travel rewards are confusing, time-consuming, or only useful for frequent fliers. But in reality, when you understand how to earn and redeem points strategically, you can turn your normal everyday spending into deeply discounted travel — even at luxury hotels charging $1,500+ a night. In this episode, Adam sits down with Colin Stroud, founder of Go Somewhere, who has built one of the fastest-growing travel-rewards education platforms on LinkedIn. Colin breaks down how retirees, families, and business owners can use points more intentionally, avoid common mistakes, and unlock outsized value — whether you're looking for a simple getaway or a bucket-list luxury vacation. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & topic overview 03:00 – Colin's story: From insurance job to building a travel-rewards business 06:00 – Why flexible points (Chase, Amex, Capital One) beat airline & hotel cards 09:00 – The two ways to "win" with points: Earning and redeeming 12:00 – How transfer partners unlock 4–5x more value 15:00 – The $1,500/night Hyatt example that cost only 30k points 17:00 – Biggest mistakes people make with points (and how to avoid them) 20:00 – How retirees on fixed incomes can stretch travel budgets significantly 23:00 – Everyday vs. luxury redemptions: where the real arbitrage is 25:00 – Choosing the right travel card for your specific lifestyle 28:00 – Blackout dates, devaluations & why hoarding points is a bad idea 29:00 – Tools & apps to simplify points: Daily Drop, Point.me, and more 31:00 – Two of Colin's favorite success stories (including a family of 10 flying lie-flat!) 34:00 – Colin's #1 "if you do nothing else" strategy for absolute beginners 36:00 – Closing thoughts & where to learn more Key Takeaways:

Are you looking for creative ways to add a touch of luxury and festive charm to your medspa this holiday season?In today's episode, Andrea and Taleesa are sharing fun gift ideas for you and your clinic that can help create a luxurious feeling for your medspa so you can elevate the experience for both clients and your staff. Join both Andrea and Taleesa for this episode to get practical ways to bring some extra luxury and joy to your medspa this holiday season. If you enjoyed this episode please share, rate and review it! Also mentioned in today's episode: Creating a luxurious atmosphere 4:59Team gifts and break room improvements 9:49How you can enhance the client experience 25:19Links:Benable List: https://benable.com/smithandcrawford/medspa-must-haves-little-luxuries-that-make-a-big-differenceShow transcripts: https://smithandcrawford.com/notesEmail us: hello@smithandcrawford.comJoin our newsletter: https://smithandcrawford.com/newsletterhttps://calendly.com/smithandcrawford/30-min-strategy-session?back=1&month=2024-10https://calendly.com/smithandcrawford/aesthetically-discovery-call?back=1&month=2024-08https://smithandcrawford.com/

If I am truly honest, I think there is actually 15! You tell me how many I end up actually talking about ;).Everyday is a fabulous opportunity to elevate your styling game, I am giving you 13 little ideas that are soooo easy to implement, it should start your new year of 2026 to a great start with your focus on style.You don't have to implement all 13 in a day, but you can do one or two every week, stay consistent and before you know it, you'll have done all these plus more as you will start to think of more items and think "what is this truly saying about me?"Enjoy, love Lizzi xLizzi Richardson - Style Curator | Your guide to effortless personal style with confidence. Trusted by 18k+ women.

In this special episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with supermodel, actress, podcaster, and YSE Beauty founder Molly Sims for an intimate conversation on how beauty evolves, how confidence is built, and how skincare becomes smarter with age. Known for her iconic presence and unfiltered approach on Lipstick on the Rim, Molly opens up about the real experiences that shaped her philosophy — from hormonal acne and melasma to rediscovering balance after years of harsh actives.Molly reflects on her earliest beauty memories, watching her mother turn daily routines into rituals that embodied strength and joy. That foundation, combined with her global modeling career, became its own education: effortless French skincare, British edge, Italian sensuality, and a universal truth — consistency beats extremes.Her journey to creating YSE Beauty began after her skin hit what she calls a “benefit plateau,” when aggressive ingredients stopped delivering results. She shares how shifting toward cushion actives, barrier support, and clinical but sensorial formulations transformed her skin and inspired a brand built on wisdom, simplicity, and results that feel good.For Molly, beauty isn't about correction or perfection — it's about alignment. It's the confidence that comes from choosing what serves you, whether that's a glow-inducing exfoliating pad, a subtle procedure, or simply giving your skin room to breathe.Listen to the full episode to hear Molly Sims discuss aging with intention, building YSE Beauty from the ground up, and why true luxury isn't the price tag — it's how you feel in your own skin.SHOP YSE Beauty and learn more on their social media!CHAPTERS:(0:03) - Introduction & Guest Welcome(1:07) - Early Beauty Memories & “It Girl” Origins(2:44) - Influences From Travel, Fashion & Global Beauty Culture(4:53) - Shifting Aesthetic Trends: From Harsh Treatments to Maintenance(6:59) - Social Media, Filler Culture & Confidence(9:46) - Personal Journeys With Procedures, Aging & Empowerment(12:11) - Why Wise Beauty Was Created(17:05) - Actives, Cushioning Ingredients & the Skin Plateau(21:52) - Luxury vs. Efficacy, Accessibility & Building a Smarter Beauty BrandPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robin Schuldenfrei rejoins me to talk more Bauhaus! In this episode, we discuss her book Luxury and Modernism, covering the complexities of the Bauhaus, which had a leftwing ethos but produced luxury objects, and made them by hand to appear machine made. Robin talks us through how the contradiction between luxury and egalitarianism ran from Morris's arts and crafts movement to the Bauhaus, and modernism only became a truly "everyday" part of life during the colossal expansion of middle-class wealth in the midcentury, as celebrated by Life magazine and recreated in the show Mad Men

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Today's episode is all about your winter everyday luxuries - I'm sharing my favorite winter products, cozy rituals, and elevated habits that make the cold months feel intentional rather than chaotic. From the exact robe + slippers combo I swear by to slow morning rituals, tea routines, skincare updates, sauna sessions, indoor hobbies, and more - this is your blueprint to feeling warm, grounded, and pulled-together all winter long.If you're craving structure, inspiration, or a full Winter Arc Guide, let me know in the comments so I can build it into a future episode!TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction to the Winter Arc00:44 Why I'm Pro-Winter Arc (and Anti Great Lock-In)02:18 How Chicago Changed My Relationship with Seasons04:40 Gear That Makes Winter Actually Enjoyable06:04 My Everyday Luxury Products (Lotions, Robes, Slippers)09:55 Pajama Sets, Loungewear & Feeling “Put Together” at Home13:50 Humidifier Season + Skincare Saving Tips15:58 My Favorite Winter Clothing Upgrades (Gloves, Sweatsuits, Wool Socks)20:55 Cozy Winter Routines: Slow Mornings, Tea Era, Sauna Time26:40 Indoor Hobbies, Self-Care Rituals & Embracing the SeasonBREAK YOUR BUDGET RESOURCES:

For Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc's final episode recorded live at the CommerceNext Growth show, they welcome two visionary leaders from Tapestry, the global house of brands that includes Coach and Kate Spade: Pooja Chandiramani, VP Global Media Strategy & Planning, Marketing Analytics, Operations and Transformation, and Avinash Kaushik, Brand Strategy & Marketing Transformation.Pooja and Avinash unpack Tapestry's ongoing transformation, which embeds analytics as a core pillar of brand growth. For Coach in particular, analytics isn't just incremental—it's a complete transformation journey. By using data to generate insights that directly drive business impact, Tapestry ensures marketing investments are accountable, measurable, and tied to outcomes.Avinash, a globally recognized thought leader and author, explains how Tapestry embraces intent-centric marketing to connect authentically with consumers. Moving beyond the outdated “accessible luxury” positioning, the company has shifted toward "expressive luxury"—a modern framework that reflects values-driven, authentic consumer engagement, particularly resonant with younger audiences.The conversation dives into the cultural foundations necessary for analytics to thrive. Avinash emphasizes that “culture is more important than data,” crediting Tapestry's CEO Joanne Crevoiserat and senior leadership for creating an environment where data can challenge assumptions and guide decisions. This culture enables bold experiments, including measuring the incrementality of brand marketing—one of the toughest questions in retail.Pooja highlights how creative pre-testing has become a critical unlock. By partnering with Human Made Machine, Tapestry tests campaigns with real audiences before investing media spend. This approach ensures that creative—responsible for up to 70% of marketing impact—delivers measurable results in driving brand awareness and incremental sales. It's a cultural shift, moving from subjective opinions about creative to decisions grounded in data.The episode also explores the role of AI and machine learning in accelerating agility, simplifying decision-making frameworks, and enabling global scalability. Both leaders stress that outcomes-based planning—rather than activity-based planning—keeps Tapestry aligned with its ambitious growth goals.  About UsJennifer MarloHead of Content, CommerceNextJennifer Marlo drives industry-leading programming at CommerceNext, drawing on experience from Ascendant Network and iMedia Connection, where she spearheaded content strategies to inspire retail, brand and agency marketing leaders. Guided by the belief that “a rising tide lifts all boats,” Jennifer uses in-person and digital platforms to educate and foster industry collaboration. Steve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, top retail influencer, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.

In today's episode of The WAG Diaries, we're breaking down one of the most powerful mindset shifts you can make on your glow-up journey: acting wealthy while you're still building wealth. Last week's episode was all about becoming the woman who thinks wealthy, this week is about becoming the woman who moves wealthy with intention, discipline, vision, and identity. This episode teaches you:  What “acting wealthy” really means (and what it absolutely doesn't) You'll learn why this is not about faking a lifestyle, overspending, or performing luxury online. Instead, it's about elevating your standards, habits, and environment so your identity aligns with the woman you're becoming. The psychology behind identity-based transformation. We dig into the science of why your brain responds to identity before results and how embodying your wealthy woman energy NOW is what actually creates wealth later. How to build a luxury lifestyle responsibly while staying financially smart You'll hear exactly how to upgrade your wardrobe, curate your environment, build your network, elevate your presence, and invest intentionally without going into debt or sacrificing your financial goals.  Real-life examples from my own WAG journey. You'll see how I'm implementing all of this in real time on IG: @byvictorianicole and @WAGDiariesPodcast. Five actionable steps to start acting wealthy TODAY This episode gives you a blueprint for: Elevating your environment Making intentional luxury purchases Building sustainable wealthy-woman habits Showing up with confidence and presence Putting yourself in the rooms that match your future CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: Instagram (Personal): @byvictorianicole Instagram (Podcast): @thewagdiariespodcast TikTok: @byvictorianicole Linktree: linktr.ee/byvictorianicole   Subscribe to The WAG Diaries so you never miss an episode! Apple Podcasts | Spotify 

Skift's 2026 Megatrends are here — and today's Daily Briefing zooms in on three that are already reshaping traveler behavior: self-driving cars that quietly compete with planes, a luxury bubble that's becoming the industry's load-bearing wall, and a new wave of sober-curious travelers redefining what “vacation mode” looks like. On today's Skift Daily Briefing, Sarah Dandashy breaks down how autonomous vehicles unlock productive travel time, why luxury demand is propping up entire sectors, and what hotels and cruise lines need to understand about guests who are drinking less — but still seeking elevated experiences. This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertising.amazon.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Articles Referenced: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alaska Airlines Leans on Hawaiian For Global Expansion⁠ ⁠Southwest Airlines Exec Defends Changes, Says Network Is a ‘Huge Differentiator'⁠ ⁠Marriott CFO: Year-End Softness, Sonder Lessons, and 2026 Rebound⁠ Honorable Mention: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AskAConcierge on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Skift LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/skift/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@skiftnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/skiftnews.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/skift⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SkiftNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss an update from the travel industry.

Our Head of Research Product in Europe Paul Walsh and Chief European Equity Strategist Marina Zavolock break down the key drivers, risks, and sector shifts shaping European equities in 2026. Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Paul Walsh: Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Paul Walsh, Morgan Stanley's Head of Research Product in Europe.Marina Zavolock: And I'm Marina Zavolock, Chief European Equity Strategist.Paul Walsh: And today – our views on what 2026 holds for the European stock market.It's Tuesday, December 9th at 10am in London.As we look ahead to 2026, there's a lot going on in Europe stock markets. From shifting economic wins to new policies coming out of Brussels and Washington, the investment landscape is evolving quite rapidly. Interest rates, profit forecasts, and global market connections are all in play.And Marina, the first question I wanted to ask you really relates to the year 2025. Why don't you synthesize your, kind of, review of the year that we've just had?Marina Zavolock: Yeah, I'll keep it brief so we can focus ahead. But the year 2025, I would say is a year of two halves. So, we began the year with a lot of, kind of, under performance at the end of 2024 after U.S. elections, for Europe and a decline in the euro. The start of 2025 saw really strong performance for Europe, which surprised a lot of investors. And we had kind of catalyst after catalyst, for that upside, which was Germany's ‘whatever it takes' fiscal moment happened early this year, in the first quarter.We had a lot of headlines and kind of anticipation on Russia-Ukraine and discussions, negotiations around peace, which led to various themes emerging within the European equities market as well, which drove upside. And then alongside that, heading into Liberation Day, in the months, kind of, preceding that as investors were worried about tariffs, there was a lot of interest in diversifying out of U.S. equities. And Europe was one of the key beneficiaries of that diversification theme.That was a first half kind of dynamic. And then in the second half, Europe has kept broadly performing, but not as strongly as the U.S. We made the call, in March that European optimism had peaked. And the second half was more, kind of, focused on the execution on Germany's fiscal. And post the big headlines, the pace of execution, which has been a little bit slower than investors were anticipating. And also, Europe just generally has had weak earnings growth. So, we started the year at 8 percent consensus earnings growth for 2025. At this point, we're at -1, for this year.Paul Walsh: So, as you've said there, Marina, it's been a year of two halves. And so that's 2025 in review. But we're here to really talk about the outlook for 2026, and there are kind of three buckets that we're going to dive into. And the first of those is really around this notion of slipstream, and the extent to which Europe can get caught up in the slipstream that the U.S., is going to create – given Mike Wilson's view on the outlook for U.S. equity markets. What's the thesis there?Marina Zavolock: Yeah, and thank you for the title suggestion, by the way, Paul of ‘Slipstream.' so basically our view is that, well, our U.S. equity strategist is very bullish, as I think most know. At this stage he has 15 percent upside to his S&P target to the end of next year; and very, very strong earnings growth in the U.S. And the thesis is that you're getting a broadening in the strength of the U.S. economic recovery.For Europe, what that means is that it's very, very hard for European equities to go down – if the U.S. market is up 15 percent. But our upside is more driven by multiple expansion than it is by earnings growth. Because what we continue to see in Europe and what we anticipate for next year is that consensus is too high for next year. Consensus is anticipating almost 13 percent earnings growth. We're anticipating just below 4 percent earnings growth. So, we do expect downgrades.But at the same time, if the U.S. recovery is broadening, the hopes will be that that will mean that broadening comes to Europe and Europe trades at such a big discount, about 26 percent relative to the U.S. at the moment – sector neutral – that investors will play that anticipation of broadening eventually to Europe through the multiple.Paul Walsh: So, the first point you are making is that the direction of travel in the U.S. really matters for European stock markets. The second bucket I wanted to talk about, and we're in a thematically driven market. So, what are the themes that are going to be really resonating for Europe as we move into 2026?Marina Zavolock: Yeah, so let me pick up on the earnings point that I just made. So, we have 3.6 percent earnings growth for next year. That's our forecast. And consensus – bottom-up consensus – is 12.7 percent. It's a very high bar. Europe typically comes in and sees high numbers at the beginning of the year and then downgrades through the course of the year. And thematically, why do we see these downgrades? And I think it's something that investors probably don't focus on enough. It's structurally rising China competition and also Europe's old economy exposure, especially in regards to the China exposure where demand isn't really picking up.Every year, for the last few years, we've seen this kind of China exposure and China competition piece drive between 60 and 90 percent of European earnings downgrades. And looking at especially the areas of consensus that are too high, which tend to be highly China exposed, that have had negative growth this year, in prior years. And we don't see kind of the trigger for that to mean revert. That is where we expect thematically the most disappointment. So, sectors like chemicals, like autos, those are some of the sectors towards the bottom of our model. Luxury as well. It's a bit more debated these days, but that's still an underweight for us in our model.Then German fiscal, this is a multi-year story. German fiscal, I mentioned that there's a lot of excitement on it in the first half of the year. The focus for next year will be the pace of execution, and we think there's two parts of this story. There's an infrastructure fund, a 500-billion-euro infrastructure fund in Germany where we're seeing, according to our economists, a very likely reallocation to more kind of social-related spend, which is not as great for our companies in the German index or earnings. And execution there hasn't been very fast.And then there's the Defense side of the story where we're a lot more optimistic, where we're seeing execution start to pick up now, where the need is immense. And we're seeing also upgrades from corporates on the back of that kind of execution pickup and the need. And we're very bullish on Defense. We're overweight the issue for taking that defense optimism and projecting out for all of Europe is that defense makes up less than 2 percent of the European index. And we do think that broadens to other sectors, but that will take years to start to impact other sectors.And then, couple other things. We have pockets of AI exposure in the enabler category. So, we're seeing a lot of strength in those pockets. A lot of catch up in some of those pockets right now. Utilities is a great example, which I can talk about. So, we think that will continue.But one thing I'm really watching, and I think a lot of strategists, across regions are watching is AI adoption. And this is the real bull case for me in Europe. If AI adoption, ROI starts to become material enough that it's hard to ignore, which could start, in my opinion, from the second half of next year. Then Europe could be seen as much more of a play on AI adoption because the majority of our index is exposed to adoption. We have a lot of low hanging fruit, in terms of productivity challenges, demographics, you know, the level of returns. And if you track our early adopters, which is something we do, they are showing ROI. So, we think that will broaden up to more of the European index.Paul Walsh: Now, Marina, you mentioned, a number of sectors there, as it relates to the thematic focus. So, it brings us onto our third and final bucket in terms of what your model is suggesting in terms of your sector preferences…Marina Zavolock: Yeah. So, we have, data driven model, just to take a step back for a moment. And our model incorporates; it's quantum-mental. It incorporates themes. It incorporates our view on the cycle, which is in our view, we're late cycle now, which can be very bullish for returns. And it includes quant factors; things like price target, revisions breadth, earnings revisions breadth, management sentiment.We use a Large Language Model to measure for the first time since inception. We have reviewed the performance of our model over the last just under two years. And our top versus bottom stocks in our model have delivered 47 percent in returns, the top versus bottom performance. So now on the basis of the latest refresh of our model, banks are screening by far at the top.And if you look – whether it's at our sector model or you look at our top 50 preferred stocks in Europe, the list is full of Banks. And I didn't mention this in the thematic portion, but one of the themes in Europe outside of Germany is fiscal constraints. And actually, Banks are positively exposed to that because they're exposed to the steepness – positively to the steepness – of the yield curve.And I think investors – specialists are definitely optimistic on the sector, but I think you're getting more and more generalists noticing that Banks is the sector that consistently delivers the highest positive earnings upgrades of any sector in Europe. And is still not expensive at all. It's one of the cheapest sectors in Europe, trading at about nine times PE – also giving high single digit buyback and dividend yield. So that sector we think continues to have momentum.We also like Defense. We recently upgraded Utilities. We think utilities in Europe is at this interesting moment where in the last six months or so, it broke out of a five-year downtrend relative to the European index. It's also, if you look at European Utilities relative to U.S. Utilities – I mentioned those wide valuation discounts. Utilities have broken out of their downtrend in terms of valuation versus their U.S. peers. But still trade at very wide discounts. And this is a sector where it has the highest CapEx of any sector in Europe – highest CapEx growth on the energy transition. The market has been hesitant to kind of benefit the sector for that because of questions around returns, around renewables earlier on. And now that there's just this endless demand for power on the back of powering AI, investors are more willing to benefit the sector for those returns.So, the sector's been a great performer already year to date, but we think there's multiple years to go.Paul Walsh: Marina, a very comprehensive overview on the outlook for European equities for 2026. Thank you very much for taking the time to talk.Marina Zavolock: Thank you, Paul.Paul Walsh: And thanks for listening. If you enjoy Thoughts on the Market, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share the podcast with a friend or colleague today.

Newport Beach looks luxurious from the outside — but its secret sauce is heart, identity, and a fiercely intentional brand strategy. On #NoVacancyNews, I teamed up with my Friday Night Audit partner-in-crime Craig Sullivan to talk with Gary Sherwin, CEO of Visit Newport Beach, about how one of America's most aspirational coastal cities keeps its charm, avoids the "sea of sameness," and delivers the version of Southern California people dream about. A big thanks to Actabl — Actabl gives you the power to profit. Visit Actabl.com. Here's what we cover:

Stop making million-dollar decisions alone. Hampton gives you a personal board of eight vetted founders in your city who meet monthly to tackle your hardest problems. Find your group: https://joinhampton.com/Everyone thinks the “rich person” life is about fast cars, fancy watches, and designer flexes. But when we talked to over 150 high-performing founders, the things they actually spend on – and swear by – were surprisingly practical. Some luxuries just look good on Instagram. Others change the way you live, work, and feel every day.Here's what we talk about:The #1 luxury nearly every founder says they'll never go without againWhy hiring a housekeeper or private chef might save your business (and marriage)The health investments founders make – and which ones are worth skippingWhy some founders spend $100K/year on concierge medicine for their familiesRenting at $17K/month: outrageous flex or return-on-happiness?The emotional ROI of experiences (and the trip one founder spent $500K on)Business class vs. private jets: which travel upgrade is actually worth it?How these purchases impact kids – and the fine line between “comfortable” and “entitled”Cool Links:Hampton https://www.joinhampton.com/Lower Street https://www.lowerstreet.co/Sponsors:Join 700+ founders hiring A-players in Latin America at hirewithnear.com/moneywiseAchieve your dream body with dailybodycoach.com/moneywiseTame your taxes today at https://olarry.com/Chapters:(1:18) Stuff You Buy vs. Stuff That Matters(1:58) Buy Back Your Time (Not Just Watches)(3:04) The Housekeeper Dilemma: Freedom or Softness?(4:23) Health Hacks: Trainers, Gyms & Biohacking(6:11) Therapy, Insurance, and the $100K Checkup(7:22) Dream Homes: ROI on Happiness(10:53) Experiences > Things: The Data Says So(12:00) Cancer, Family, and $500K on Memories(15:13) Connection, Curiosity, and Intentional Spending(15:33) The Business Class Trap(16:44) The Real List: What's Actually Worth ItThis podcast is a ridiculous concept: high-net-worth people reveal their personal finances. Inspired by real conversations happening in the Hampton community.Your Host: Jackie LamportNot really the host, but the producer.Wrote this sentence.

Owning a ski home comes with unexpected maintenance challenges — so what should you consider if you're tasked with managing a home in a town like Park City, UT?Paul Benson is the Co-founder and CEO of Engel & Völkers Gestalt Group, and he's watched Park City real estate evolve over the past 20 years. In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, he shares the mistakes people make all too often with ski properties and how to avoid them. Tune in to hear about how the right inspections can save millions in repairs, the realities of living with wildlife and weather in a ski town, and the complexities of hiring household staff and vendors in high-cost neighborhoods. Subscribe to the Easemakers Podcast to hear from more experts in the private service industry, and join the Easemakers community to talk to other estate managers and PSPs on a regular basis.  Enjoying the Easemakers Podcast? Leave us a rating and a review telling us about your favorite episodes and what you want to learn next!The Easemakers Podcast is presented by Nines, modern household management software and services built for private service professionals and the households the support.

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss Home Depot sharing a cautious outlook for 2026. Alex Gailey (Bankrate) joins the show to chat about many home buyers finding themselves on the outside looking in due to too high prices and/or too much competition. Married couples need to make sure they are planning together. 401(k)s are minting a generation of moderate millionaires. What is the worst Christmas song?

In this episode, host Matt Reiners sits down with Abbie Richie, Tech Guru of The Smarter Service, to explore why tech support in senior living communities is no longer a luxury—it's a critical part of the core service. From setting up devices to building digital confidence, Abbie shares how her team is professionalizing tech concierge services with patience, empathy, and a proven teaching model. Through real resident stories and hands-on tips, Abbie challenges the myth that older adults aren't interested in technology—and shows what's possible when we treat them like the scholars they are. Whether you're in senior living, tech, or just helping a loved one, this episode will reshape how you think about aging in a digital world.Abbie Richie is a nationally recognized tech educator and founder of The Smarter Service, where she leads a team of tech concierges providing hands-on support to older adults in senior living communities. With deep empathy, humor, and a commitment to digital inclusion, Abbie is redefining what tech training looks like for older generations.Chapters:01:00 – Introduction to Abbie Richie and her unique path into senior tech support04:00 – From helping in-laws to launching a mission: how Abbie found her calling06:00 – What makes The Smarter Service different from traditional tech help models08:00 – Why resident tech support is now infrastructure, not an amenity10:00 – Misconceptions about older adults and technology12:00 – Practical tips for teaching tech: history, handouts, and hands-on support14:00 – The “Keep It Simple, Senior” framework and avoiding jargon16:00 – Why hand-me-down devices might be hurting more than helping18:00 – Humor, patience, and repetition as core tech teaching strategies21:00 – Real-life resident success stories: Bob, Sandy, Eleanor, and Chuck24:00 – Building a human-centered model for digital inclusion26:00 – Holiday advice: Don't drop off new tech and disappear27:00 – Final thoughts on empowering older adults through tech support

Why Flexible Points Need to Be Your Strategy for 2026 (Real Trip Breakdown + How I Picked the Best Luxury Hotel Using Chase, Amex, Hyatt, Hilton & Marriott)If you want 2026 to be the year you finally take that luxury vacation without draining your bank account, this is the episode you need in your life. Today, I'm breaking down why flexible points are the MOST important strategy for travel in 2026 — especially if you want free flights, luxury hotel stays, and maximum redemption value.And to show you exactly why flexible points matter so much, I'm walking you through a real trip I just planned where I compared multiple luxury hotel options using points from different banks (Chase, Amex). Because here's the truth:

In today's episode, I sit down with Marc Cameron, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to explore one of the most influential (and often overlooked) elements of our emotional lives: attachment styles. Drawing from more than 80 years of research, Marc breaks down how our earliest experiences with our families shape the way we connect, communicate, handle conflict, and relate to the people closest to us well into adulthood. This episode offers a compassionate and scientifically grounded roadmap for understanding yourself and the people you love. Whether you identify as avoidant, anxious, vacillating, disorganized, or relatively secure, you'll walk away with clarity, validation, and practical tools for building healthier patterns of connection. Here is some of what we cover:  Why attachment styles are not personality traits, but relational survival strategies formed early in life Why “secure” doesn't mean perfect; it means the relationship feels predictable and safe most of the time How attachment ruptures can be healed in adulthood through awareness and practice Why the holidays amplify attachment triggers—family roles, old wounds and unresolved expectations How to move toward secure attachment by learning emotional language, practicing repair, and using the comfort circle  Connect with Marc Cameron:  Instagram: How We Love (@howwelovebook) Facebook:  How We Love Website:  How We Love – Discover Your Love Style, Enhance Your Marriage Links Mentioned:   How We Love: By Milan and Kay Yerkovich Understanding Your Attachment Style:By Marc Cameron Love Style Quiz – How We Love Freebies – How We Love Related Episodes: Building Healthy Relationships by Exploring Adult Attachment Patterns (Part 1) :: Charissa Lopez [Ep 498] Building Healthy Relationships by Exploring Adult Attachment Patterns (Part 2) :: Charissa Lopez [Ep 499] How to Align with Your Spouse in Parenting :: Dr. Kim Kimberling [Ep 491] What Does my Child Need :: Amy and Jeff Olrick [Ep 480] SofM 2024 Featured Sponsors:  Thrive Causemetics:  Complete your holiday look with Thrive Causemetics. Luxury beauty that gives back. Right now, you can get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/DMA Honeylove: Treat yourself or someone you love to Honeylove this holiday season and right now you can save 20% at honeylove.com/DMA Story Worth: Give your loved ones a unique keepsake you'll all cherish for years–Storyworth Memoirs! Right now save $10 or more during their Holiday sale when you go to Storyworth.com/dma. 

Luxury handbag designer Stephanie Taylor brings together meaningful craftsmanship & an authentically lived story in every design. She believes life is a journey—shaped by the people we love, the places that influence us, and the stories we choose to carry forward.Her handbags are created for women with full, busy, beautifully complex lives offering timeless silhouettes, soft European leathers, and elevated ease—without adding weight to the day. Each bag holds personal significance, too: Stephanie names her designs after family members and influential people who shaped her path, making her collection as heartfelt as it is luxuriousTop Takeaways:-If it were easy, everyone would be doing it-Trust grows when our choices align... again & again-Life is a journey with unexpected experiences-Faith-based lives teach us to “Be Still” – Psalms 46:10LET ME KNOW WHAT FUTURE TOPICS YOU'D LOVE TO EXPLORE!FREE!! —JOIN THOUSANDS WHO GET VALERIE'S BEST INSIGHTS ONPROFESSIONALISM AND EXECUTIVE PRESENCE www.valerieandcompany.comFollow her journey and expert insights:LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriesokolosky/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValerieAndCompanyX: https://twitter.com/valsokolosky?lang=enSubscribe, rate, and write a review on Apple Podcast- https://apple.co/2SHDDmoSubscribe to Doing it Right vlog cast: youtube.com/valerieandcompanyListen and watch Doing it Right the Stories that Make Us:https://www.valerieandcompany.com/Podcast

The reasons some service businesses thrive while others struggle with ongoing crises and high employee turnover can be perplexing. While many attribute these challenges to market conditions, the true issues often stem from disorganized systems, ineffective hiring practices, and intricate customer journeys that obstruct growth. In this episode of The Better Than Rich Show, host Mike Abramowitz interviews Christine Hodge, CEO of Process CEO and owner of Clear View, New Jersey's fastest-growing exterior cleaning company. Christine shares straight talk on how workflow systems, hiring frameworks, and clear client intake turn chaos into rapid, sustainable growth. She breaks down the “budget-middle-luxury” bundle pricing and her structured hiring process, and shows how automation frees owners from busywork. Christine's approach keeps teams loyal, clients happy, and scaling steady—without burnout. You'll get practical playbooks for qualifying leads, onboarding talent, and building company culture that employees never want to leave. Timestamps [00:00] Meet Christine Hodge—Background and Family Business [02:03] Fixing Business Bottlenecks and Moving to Digital [04:36] Standardizing Estimates and Increasing Ticket Price [07:04] Cross-Sell, Upsell, and Sales Team Training [09:53] Bundle Pricing: Budget, Middle, Luxury [13:44] Pre-Qualifying Clients and Streamlining Quotes [17:36] Remote vs In-Person Estimates: The 3000 sqft Rule [18:56] Building Trust with Branding and Online Systems [23:39] Automations: Email, Text, and Sales Follow-Ups [33:36] Hiring Framework: Multi-Step, Long-Term, Referral Driven [36:42] Company Culture: Clear View Day and Investing in People [45:01] Replacing Yourself: Hiring Experts as You Grow [52:51] The Process CEO: Coaching, Systems, Scaling [55:39] Work-Life Balance and Defining Better Than Rich Key Quotes “We don't just hire a warm body. We build loyalty and careers.” “Our average ticket nearly doubled after bundling, cross-selling, and upselling—systematically.” “If your sales process takes ten steps, automate nine. Free yourself for what matters.” “Company culture isn't an add-on. It's the core of keeping great team members.” “There's always a framework: qualify, quote, deliver, and delight.” Key Takeaways Move off paper—every process can and should be digitized. Create pricing bundles: basic, middle, luxury. This maximizes options and value. Systemize hiring: detailed, multi-step, and incentivized for referrals. Use automation for client comms and internal reminders—don't leave anything to chance. Culture matters: recurring appreciation events, a clear mission, and personal investment retain talent. Delegate and invest strategically—know when to stay lean and when to buy back your time. Links Mentioned The Process CEO Community : https://www.theprocessceo.com/Jobber : https://www.getjobber.com/Connect with The Better Than RichWebsite - https://www.betterthanrich.com/Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/betterthanrich/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterthan_rich/Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/betterthan_richTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@betterthanrichYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3xXEb7rKBvkCOdtWd4tj2ALinkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterthanrich

(Uploading my 2nd channel commentary videos here now, too!)Here's an episode from October, about the "Hermes Game." Basically, if you ever want to buy a highly-coveted bag like a Kelly or Birkin in the store, you'll have to keep spending more and more money until they OFFER you the opportunity. It's wild. Rich people are fascinating!!

In this episode of We're All Set, Rich and Free sit down with Price Tag Reef (@pricetag.atl) — Bronx native, designer, entrepreneur, and owner of one of Atlanta's most influential luxury clothing boutiques in Buckhead.Reef breaks down his journey from growing up in The Bronx to launching his first clothing line Beautiful Nightmares and eventually building the Price Tag boutique brand in Buckhead Atlanta. He explains how he went from selling shirts in his neighborhood to becoming one of the most trusted clothing curators in the Atlanta fashion scene.We talk entrepreneurship, small business, retail fashion, customer service, building relationships, running a boutique, hiring, firing, mentorship, and how to level up by surrounding yourself with people who want to grind.Reef also shares why reputation matters, how he treats customers, and why most people don't really want to work—they just want the rewards. He opens up about his approach to hiring staff, building a team he trusts, and working with high-end clients who expect authenticity and consistency.We also dig into culture, hip-hop, and business mindset with conversations about 50 Cent, the Diddy documentary, and how storytelling and accountability affect the culture. Along with that, you'll catch our Drip Report, Elite Scumbaggery, and the closing We're All Set segment loaded with unfiltered opinions and real talk about life, money, and leveling up.Whether you're into streetwear, fashion, entrepreneurship, Atlanta culture, or hip-hop, this episode is packed with gems, inspiration, and real experience.LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss the next episode.0:00 – Intro 02:19 – Special Guest Price Tag Reef (Bronx to Atlanta) 05:15 – Beautiful Nightmares clothing brand beginnings 10:25 – Evolution of Price Tag Boutique 14:30 – What's the Hottest Brand Right Now? 22:10 – Relationship Building & Customer Service 48:50 – Drip Report 56:16 – Elite Scumbaggery 1:14:26 – Owning a Business: Hiring, Firing & Team Building 1:25:00 – Money Mindset & Business Approach 1:29:18 – 50 Cent, Diddy Documentary & Hip-Hop Culture 1:56:50 – We're All Set (Final Thoughts)https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZdlA9w1H0UAR8fW5nINI9Q?sub_confirmation=1Donate To Help Us Make More Content and Buy Merch @ www.AllSetPod.storeFollow Us On Social Media @WereAllSetPodPodcast Audio linksApple -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/were-all-set/id1476457304Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6frdwXOehWMk5OPj2YnAMa?si=nGrL2OFCQ3u_yf-hJs9lhQGoogle Pods -https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLnNvdW5kY2xvdWQuY29tL3VzZXJzL3NvdW5kY2xvdWQ6dXNlcnM6NTQ4NTIzNTAxL3NvdW5kcy5yc3MAmazon - https://www.amazon.com/Were-All-Set/dp/B08JJR8DSFPandora - https://www.pandora.com/podcast/were-all-set/PC:1000430306ListenNotes.com - https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/were-all-set-all-set-media-K73x2ck58fg/Overcast - https://overcast.fm/itunes1476457304/were-all-setPocket Casts - https://pca.st/cwq90uydRadio Public - https://radiopublic.com/were-all-set-8jOkelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZdlA9w1H0UAR8fW5nINI9Q?sub_confirmation=1

Oscar-winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph joins Chelsea to discuss the tea on Shakespeare, how to develope emotional fortitude early, and why she’ll never bring a man onto the red carpet. Then: The girls break up no fewer than two engagements. A traveler gets dumped by his boyfriend just before their European getaway. A corporate drone is desperate to get out of the office and into the great outdoors. And a May-December relationship is nearing its end… just not nearly fast enough. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oscar-winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph joins Chelsea to discuss the tea on Shakespeare, how to develope emotional fortitude early, and why she’ll never bring a man onto the red carpet. Then: The girls break up no fewer than two engagements. A traveler gets dumped by his boyfriend just before their European getaway. A corporate drone is desperate to get out of the office and into the great outdoors. And a May-December relationship is nearing its end… just not nearly fast enough. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine spending $75,000 on Amazon ads and selling… just one $40K tiny home. That's exactly where our guest Caroline found herself after leaving her CFO job and investing $750K into luxury prefab homes. In this episode, she jumps on an onboarding call with Michael from Ad Badger to figure out how to fix a broken PPC strategy, stop wasting money on ridiculous keywords like “IKEA hats,” and actually scale her business. Listen in as they break down long sales cycles, high-ticket ad spend, and the exact steps to go from losing $10K per month to dominating the tiny home market on Amazon.

In this episode of The InEVitable by MotorTrend, hosts Jonny Lieberman and Ed Loh sit down with Marques McCammon, President of Karma Automotive, to talk about the company's reboot, its American-made ultra-luxury vision, and why the future isn't fully electric—it's EREV. Marques traces his incredible career from creating the Dodge Neon SRT-4 to pivotal roles at ASC, Saleen, Aptera, Wind River, Ricardo, and ultimately Karma. He reveals what he found when he arrived at Karma, why he shut everything down to rebuild quality and identity, and how Karma's new vehicles—including the upcoming Sera, Amaris, Isvara, and the four-motor Kaveya supercar—aim to blend emotional design, handcrafted luxury, and range-extended electric performance. Karma's goal? To become America's counterpart to Aston, McLaren, and Ferrari, built in Southern California with an experience-centered philosophy. Featuring deep cut industry stories—from SRT beginnings to Aptera's shutdown to why EREV is primed for a comeback—this is one of the most wide-ranging and insightful conversations we've had.

00:00 | Making a Strong First Impression & Why Branding Matters 03:58 | Learning from Global Luxury Brands 07:45 | Staying Relevant: Refreshing Your Brand & Understanding Your Audience 12:22 | Lifestyle Storytelling & Creating Memorable Client Experiences 16:40 | Authenticity, Messaging, and Aligning Your Brand With Who You Are 21:02 | Breaking Into Luxury Without Losing Your Core Business 26:49 | Trust, Track Record & Cross-Industry Inspiration 32:40 | Innovation in Luxury Marketing & Modern Presentation Standards 38:37 | Competence, Confidence & Affluent Buyer Psychology 44:05 | Planning for 2026: Branding, Market Shifts & Business Leadership

This week on Deux/U, Deux sits down with TikTok's favorite celebrity concierge, Olivia Ferney to discuss six-star vacations, scams, luxurious destinations and her 1% clientele. Deux also talks about the hottest topics of the week, including: Deux/U Hotline: Florence Pugh, Kaia Gerber, Ariana Grande + Cynthia Erivo, Nina Dobrev, Sabrina Carpenter, Kyle Cooke + Amanda Batula Studio Exec Hot List + Studio Exec Not So Hot List To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Netanyahu Pardon Request, Hostages, and Israel's Iron Laser Dome — John Batchelor, Thaddeus Martin, Malcolm Hoenlein — Batchelor discusses Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's pardon request addressing his corruption charges involving luxury items including Cuban cigars and French champagne, though formal acceptance may require admission of culpability. Hoenlein reports that Israel is demanding the return of the final two remaining hostages from Gaza. Martin highlights Israel's deployment of the "Iron Laser Dome" defense system, which effectively counters inexpensive drones and rockets at minimal cost, approximately $50 per interception, providing asymmetric defensive advantage against financially constrained adversaries. 1922 UNDER FIRE 2ND GAZA WAR