The Gstaad Guy Podcast

The Gstaad Guy sits down with Glucose Goddess to unpack how a life-changing back injury, paired with depression, anxiety, and depersonalisation, became the unexpected catalyst behind her mission to transform how people understand food. From searching for external validation and navigating life as a people pleaser to becoming deeply obsession-driven and purpose-led, she shares how the hardest beginnings often shape the strongest direction. The conversation dives into glucose, balanced eating, and the science behind spikes, including breakfast myths, pregnancy nutrition, cholesterol misconceptions, and practical daily hacks that actually work. She explains why mums resonate so deeply with her content, how motherhood reshaped her relationship with food and ambition, and why access to better information is the key to long-term health. They explore prevention, intermittent fasting, building a family, handling criticism, and the emotional resilience required to keep going when things feel uncertain. Filmed at Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris. Chapters: (00:00) Intro ✨ (01:29) “Why Mums Love My Content” 👩‍👧‍👦💛 (02:44) How To Improve The Way You Eat 🥗✨ (05:44) Sweet Foods For Breakfast 🥞🍓 (08:04) Motherhood 🤱❤️ (09:35) Feeling Happy & Mental Health 😊🧠 (10:52) Adopting The Right Pregnancy Diet 🤰🥑 (14:06) Pregnancy Diet Tips 🍎📋 (16:21) The Myth About Egg Yolks & Cholesterol 🥚❌ (18:02) Rapid Fire Debunking ⚡🧠 (19:39) Life Changing Back Injury 🦴💔 (24:15) Glucose Goddess 👑🩸 (25:22) Balancing Everything ⚖️🤹‍♀️ (26:45) Changing The Way We Educate Ourselves 📚🔄 (32:15) Exploring New Mediums 🎨🔍 (33:50) Consuming vs. Serving Food 🍽️💁🏻 (36:54) Make Prevention Sexy 😎🛡️ (39:49) Coca-Cola 🥤⚠️ (41:14) Quick Health Hacks ⚡🥗 (42:31) Intermittent Fasting In Women vs. Men ⏳⚖️ (45:19) Nice-To-Have Dietary Hacks ✨🍽️ (47:19) Building A Family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏡 (50:18) The First Negative Comment 💬😕 (52:23) A Hard Beginning 🌧️🌱 (54:04) Being A People Pleaser 😅🤝🏻 (59:38) Navigating Emotions 🧭💭 (1:00:16) Doubling Down When Things Get Tough 💪🏻🔥 (1:03:01) Signs From The Universe 🌌🔮 (1:08:16) Leap Of Faith 🏃‍♀️✨ (1:09:13) Lacking Confidence 😔🔒 (1:10:53) Turning Ideas Into Action 💡➡️🚀 (1:12:08) Looking At Your Future Self 🔮👤 (1:16:17) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gstaad Guy sits down with Greg Chait, founder of The Elder Statesman, to trace the unconventional path from throwing parties and collecting blankets to building one of fashion’s most distinctive luxury brands. Greg shares the origin story behind receiving his first cashmere blanket, discovering the power of yarn, and why leading with intuition, not trends, became the foundation of his creative philosophy. From early exposure to fashion to stumbling upon the identity that would define his brand, he reflects on living many lives before finding the one that felt right. The conversation explores colour theory, self-expression, and becoming the first to put tie dye on cashmere, a move that reshaped perceptions of luxury as something playful, cosy, and deeply personal. Greg breaks down the evolution from blankets to ready-to-wear knitwear, expanding into womenswear, designing retail experiences, and building a brand with soul. They discuss value alignment, creative collaborations, customers turned partners, and the balance between being an artist and an operator. Along the way, Greg opens up about empathy, therapy, emotional overload, and how becoming a father reshaped his perspective on leadership and life. Filmed at Casa Cipriani New York’s Premier River View Suite. Chapters: (00:00) Intro (00:40) Colton (01:26) Positive Luxury (02:25) The Origin Story (03:50) First Exposure To Fashion (04:31) Discovering Number Nine (05:50) Being Gifted The First Cashmere Blanket (07:26) “It’s All About The Yarn” (08:23) Colour & Expression (08:36) Close To Loro Piana (09:44) The Beauty In Imperfection (10:25) From Blankets To Ready-To-Wear Knitwear (12:42) Maxfield LA (18:45) Figuring Out The Right Path (24:04) Value Alignment (25:31) Expanding Into Womenswear (26:32) Tie Dye On Cashmere (27:03) Stumbling Upon The Elder Statesman (30:40) Designing The Retail Experience (34:20) Upcycled Teddy Bear & Home Goods (36:06) The Early Days of The Elder Statesman (36:55) Building An Identity Takes Time (38:20) Behind The Name: The Elder Statesman (42:29) Some Things Stay Behind The Scenes (43:05) If You Know, You Know (45:05) “The Brand Has Soul” (46:45) Spectrum Of Collaborations (47:56) Being A Creative & An Operator (49:26) Customers Turned Partners (50:42) What Seems Right For The Business vs. Yourself (54:04) The Beauty Of Being A Founder (55:40) Empathy (56:06) Being A Father (58:03) The Next Phase Of The Brand (1:00:56) Urban & Resort Customers (1:03:00) Playful Luxury (1:05:18) There Is No Easy Path To Success (1:07:28) We’re Emotionally Overloaded (1:09:14) Therapy (1:11:13) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Ahmed, Founder and CEO of WHOOP, dives into the transformative power of wearable physiology. He discusses the removal of screens from wearables to enhance user experience and emphasizes the importance of heart rate variability for recovery and training. Will shares insights on using AI for personalized health predictions and the cultural shift towards prioritizing longevity. He highlights WHOOP's role in preventive health, illustrating how continuous data can lead to life-saving interventions, leading a conversation that redefines our relationship with health technology.

Tinx, cultural commentator and NYT bestselling author known for candid dating advice and viral “Rich Mom Energy,” discusses personal branding, modern dating rituals, and how social media shapes expectations. She tackles gender norms, what men should aspire to be, and practical dating etiquette. Conversations touch on wealth glamorization, alignment in relationships, and building confidence to live life on your terms.

In this engaging chat, Ronnie Kessel, CEO of Kessel Group and co-founder of The I.C.E. St. Moritz, dives into his motorsport roots influenced by his father's F1 legacy. He reflects on transitioning from racing to leading a family business, balancing competition with classic car restoration. Ronnie discusses the surge of interest in motorsport, the connection between luxury and racing, and stresses the importance of heritage in automotive culture. He emphasizes the obsessive pursuit of perfection found in brands like Pagani and Ferrari, illuminating the intricate relationship between craftsmanship and performance.

The Gstaad Guy sits down with Giuliano Calza, founder and creative force behind GCDS, to explore the mindset, conviction, and storytelling that shaped one of fashion’s most distinctive modern brands. From his upbringing and early dreams to moving to China and building a new life from scratch, Giuliano reflects on the moments of discomfort and discipline that fuelled his personal and creative growth. The conversation dives into the codes of branding, the meaning behind logos, and why being a strong storyteller is essential to building something that resonates. Giuliano speaks openly about values, perspective, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people and environment to grow. He also touches on why fashion lost some of its fun, what luxury really means today, and why belonging matters more than status. A candid look at conviction, creativity, and what it takes to turn vision into something lasting. Filmed at Mandarin Oriental, Milan. Chapters: (00:00) Intro ✨ (02:22) GCDS 👕✨ (05:23) Upbringing 👶🏻🏡 (08:18) An Unserious Generation 😜📱 (12:04) The Codes of Branding 🧬🏷️ (13:13) Being a Dreamer ☁️💭 (14:33) Moving to China ✈️🇨🇳 (19:00) A New Life 🌅✨ (20:51) I Was Given Back What Seemed Stolen 🔄💎 (24:58) What the Logo Represents 🔣✨ (28:36) Being A Successful Storyteller 📖🌟 (32:02) Same Values, Different Perspectives ⚖️👁️ (34:43) What You Look For In People Around You 🔍👥 (37:20) Discovering Giuliano Calza 🔎⭐ (39:57) Discomfort & Discipline Power Growth 🧗‍♂️🔥 (43:24) Right Mindset And Environment For Growth 🧠🌱 (44:55) Making The Most Out Of Situations 🔄💡 (47:24) Strong Conviction 💪🏻🎯 (50:27) Fashion Lost Its Fun 👗😕 (53:30) Luxury Is Something To Belong 💎🤝🏻 (55:30) À La Poubelle vs. Fantastique 🗑️✨ (1:02:01) Advice To Self 🪞💬 (1:04:48) Family Business 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏢 (1:05:09) Driver For Success 🚗🔥 (1:06:46) Heaven Alone Is Hell, & Hell With Friends Is Heaven 😈🤝🏻😇 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging discussion, Davide De Pierro, a writer and storyteller behind The Letters I Never Sent, delves into the intricate dance of love and self-awareness. He highlights why being genuine trumps perfection and shares his belief that 'the how matters more than the what' in communication. Davide reflects on romanticizing life versus minimalism, the art of letter writing, and the emotional depth gained through shared struggles. With wit and wisdom, he encourages authenticity in dating and the power of simple, honest speech.

Yusra Mardini, an Olympic swimmer and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, shares her incredible journey from war-torn Syria to the Olympic stage. She recounts her harrowing escape across the Aegean Sea and the challenges of starting anew in Germany. Yusra discusses the life-changing power of swimming, her experiences in the refugee camps, and her advocacy work to inspire hope. She also sheds light on her passion for storytelling, her role in The Swimmers film, and her foundation that promotes education and sports for displaced people.

In a dynamic conversation, Nick Tran, president of First Round and former CMO of TikTok, shares insights from his trailblazing marketing career. He dives into the balance of authenticity vs. entertainment on social media and how AI-generated content is reshaping engagement. Nick emphasizes the importance of community-driven branding and problem-solving with a calm demeanor. He argues that human creativity and randomness will always outshine formulaic AI, making a case for the emotional power behind brand affinity.

Sabina Belli, CEO of Pomellato, is a champion of craftsmanship and modern femininity in luxury. She discusses how Pomellato revolutionized prêt-à-porter jewelry, celebrating self-expression and empowerment for women. The conversation explores the importance of artisan goldsmithing, the essence of the Pomellato woman, and the emotional significance of self-gifting versus traditional gifting. Sabina emphasizes the need for financial literacy among women and encourages inclusivity in luxury experiences, highlighting kindness as a core brand value.