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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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We are in Toulouse as Qantas unveils the aircraft that it hopes will redefine long-haul travel with 22-hour direct flights from Sydney to London and New York. Plus: we meet the CEO of Aquarius Aerial Firefighting.

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As more alcohol-free drinks hit the shelves, we meet two founders who carved their own path in the booming market. Lucy Isles talks about Sablière, an alcohol-free sparkling cuvée from Edinburgh. And: we head to Merano to meet Maria-Elisabeth Laimer,... more

Harvard Business School lecturer DJ DiDonna talks about the importance of sabbaticals and why intentionality in time away from work is a win-win for employees and bosses alike. He shares findings from his new book, ‘Big Time Off: The Transformative P... more

We meet the founder of Neurospace, the only privately funded German space start-up to have secured contracts with both Nasa and SpaceX. Plus: We visit Slatnar, a Slovenia-based ski-maker.

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Lucy Isles
Co-founder of Sablière, 0% sparkling cuvées
Sablière
Episode: No booze, no lose: Meet the founders drinking to an alcohol-free future
Maria-Elisabeth Laimer
Co-founder of Freedl, Italy's first handcrafted alcohol-free beer
Freedl
Episode: No booze, no lose: Meet the founders drinking to an alcohol-free future
Irene Selvann-Natten
Founder and CEO of Neurospace
Neurospace
Episode: Neurospace: How a Berlin space start-up landed contracts with Nasa and SpaceX
Olivier Perdriel
Founder and CEO of Skyfirst
Skyfirst
Episode: Skyfirst CEO Olivier Perdriel on geopolitical flight-path disruptions and the future of private aviation
Hao Tran
Founder of Vietcetera Media
Vietcetera
Episode: Skyfirst CEO Olivier Perdriel on geopolitical flight-path disruptions and the future of private aviation
Anthony Fletcher
Co-founder of One Track Club
One Track Club
Episode: The business of better running with the founders of One Track Club
Laura Fletcher
Co-founder of One Track Club
One Track Club
Episode: The business of better running with the founders of One Track Club
Jean-Marie Mognetti
CEO and co-founder of CoinShares
CoinShares
Episode: CEO Jean-Marie Mognetti on building CoinShares
Tom Crabtree
Co-founder and executive creative director, Manual
Manual
Episode: How a boutique studio landed the Obama Presidential Center brief

Hosts

Tom Edwards
Host of The Entrepreneurs; Monocle/Monocle Radio
Laura Kramer
Host/Correspondent at Monocle's Paris bureau; Interviewer

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 352 ratings
  • Heritage Meets Bold Reinvention

    This was such an elegant and thoughtful conversation. You highlighted how launching Mandarin Oriental Vienna isn’t just about opening walls, it’s about translating culture into experience, honouring the city’s Art Nouveau heritage while shaping a future-focused luxury destination. What stood out most is how intentional hospitality becomes a bridge between past and present — preserving identity while inviting innovation. That kind of clarity in vision and execution is rare, and it’s what elevates... more

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    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • The Journey Behind the Brand

    What I appreciated most about this episode is how it revealed that Nomad’s identity was shaped by life, not market research. His travel wasn’t just backdrop, it was the source material for every creative and strategic choice that followed. That kind of origin, lived experience informing design, is rare, and it’s what turns a concept into something people belong to, not just consume. Beautifully done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Leadership Takes Air

    This episode beautifully reveals that innovation often demands more than ideas—it needs space to breathe. In the Bavarian Alps, leaders didn’t find answers in boardrooms, they found them in stillness, altitude, and clarity. Thank you for illustrating that sometimes the best strategy isn’t crafted, it’s discovered.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anum — The Platinum CEO
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Interesting listen

    Especially for American audiences. We don’t get enough information about other countries’ entrepreneurs. Top marks for the Dexory segment about digital warehousing. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    US Markets
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent

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    3 years ago

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Show highlights the intersection of heritage and innovation in luxury and design.
Audience values practical takeaways on branding and growth, with strong appreciation for cross-cultural insights.
Listeners praise the host's thoughtful interviewing and global guest mix.
Some feedback requests more diverse voices and longer formats.

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Neurospace: How a Berlin space start-up landed contracts with Nasa and SpaceX
Q: How did Neurospace move from a side project to a NASA-backed mission?
The founder leveraged a combination of prior aerospace experience, a high-risk, low-budget approach, and serendipitous engagement with the German Space Agency and NASA, which recognized the potential of Neurospace's moon-focused rover and helped them secure a slot for the Artemis program.
Skyfirst CEO Olivier Perdriel on geopolitical flight-path disruptions and the future of private aviation
Q: Who are your typical Skyfirst customers and what do they value most?
Most clients are CEOs or high‑level businesses needing global reach; they value time savings, efficiency, and a seamless, human‑centric service that supports their meetings worldwide.
Skyfirst CEO Olivier Perdriel on geopolitical flight-path disruptions and the future of private aviation
Q: How does Skyfirst build in the capacity to handle volatility across multiple markets and changing restrictions?
Stay steady in operations, anticipate issues, and manage insurance and permit complexities carefully, using a hands‑on, client‑first approach to keep service smooth.
Skyfirst CEO Olivier Perdriel on geopolitical flight-path disruptions and the future of private aviation
Q: I don't know, give us a temperature take of the private market right now. Where are we macro‑wise?
The market is overall solid with OEMs ordering aircraft for the next two years, flights are steady or rising, and the US market is booming despite geopolitical tensions.
The business of better running with the founders of One Track Club
Q: Laura, how did your background in premium brands inform the way you approached marketing and branding for One Track Club?
Her experience across premium fashion and hospitality brands helped shape a messaging strategy that centers on a personal, human-centric approach while explaining the complex, layered nature of their offering.

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A global business podcast spotlighting founders and leaders pushing boundaries across hospitality, design, fashion, luxury and tech. Episodes frequently center on origin stories, brand philosophy, and growth—from cultural institutions blending art and technology to luxury houses expanding internationally and startups redefining traditional categories. Notable throughlines include experiential branding, storytelling as a growth engine, sustainable and cross-cultural approaches, and the people behind long-standing heritage brands alongside agile newcomers. The format often pairs intimate founder conversations with industry veterans, delivering practical lessons on scale, partnerships, and maintaining authenticity without compromising craft. A... more

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3. Irene Selvann-Natten
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