The Luxury Channel

Founded in 2011, Positive Luxury is a leading force in terms of advocating for corporate responsibility on sustainability within the global luxury industry.  Co-founder Diana Verde Nieto and CEO Amy Nelson-Bennett – who are themselves both passionate advocates for sustainability – work with businesses by not just inspiring them, but actually helping them to go green by meeting higher and higher standards.  Positive Luxury’s most recent report, entitled “Understanding Biodiversity – Luxury As A Force For Nature,” explores not just what biodiversity (and its loss) means for businesses, but also outlines the power of being green, and why that must be seen as a necessity, not a luxury.

Mark Coreth grew up on his family’s farm in the Kenyan highlands, where the Equator ran right through the house. An idyllic childhood surrounded by exotic flora and fauna, and animals such as leopard and cheetah, fostered his early and continuing passion for wildlife and the sculpting of it. Mark is now internationally recognised as the master sculptor of the animal in motion.

Giles Fuchs speaks to Fiona Sanderson, Managing Director of The Luxury Channel, for the Class Acts podcast series….

Giles Fuchs, a serial entrepreneur, started his own company property company at the age of 21, and with a few ups and downs along the way, he now owns a highly successful portfolio of businesses, including Office Space in Town, a hotel and more recently, Gunner drinks.

With his entrepreneurial spirit and sporting a great moustache, he fits the very essence of a hotel owner from the 1920s.  A chance meeting led him on to the purchase of the famous Art Deco Burgh Island in the South of England.  We talk to him about the hotel’s makeover, his latest drinks venture for saints and sinners, and saving the environment.  An inspiring and fascinating man who makes things happen....

Pattie Boyd speaks to Fiona Sanderson, Managing Director of The Luxury Channel, for the Class Acts podcast series….

As a model, Pattie Boyd defined the spirit of the 60s era and had her picture taken by some of the greatest photographers of the 20th century.  She was married to two icons of rock ‘n’ roll – George Harrison and Eric Clapton – and was once referred to as being a legendary rock muse for her role in inspiring their music. Her relationship with them both was described as the “one of the most mythical romantic entanglements in rock ‘n’ roll history.” In this podcast, and in her new book, Pattie reveals intimate stories and memories from throughout her life.

Chef Tom Booton speaks to Jason Basmajian for the Luxury Insider podcast series…. 

Although steeped in tradition, the iconic Dorchester hotel in London’s Park Lane has always kept pace with the times.  In an inspired and bold move, the hotel has employed its youngest ever head chef to helm The Grill at The Dorchester.  We step into the heat of the kitchen to discover exactly what holding this exciting role means to the chef, as well as his definition of a dirty meal!

Roksanda Ilinčić speaks to Jason Basmajian for the Luxury Insider podcast series….

Since founding her eponymous label over a decade ago, Roksanda Ilinčić has developed an unmistakable woman-centred design aesthetic. As a woman consciously designing for women, ROKSANDA has dressed the Duchess of Cambridge and Michelle Obama, and the label has other notable clients including performers such as Lady Gaga, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Tilda Swinton and Emily Blunt.

Today, stand-out colour blocking, architectural shapes, modern cuts, innovative use of fabrics and a dedicated focus on craftsmanship define ROKSANDA’s signature ready-to-wear lines and accessories. Reoccurring themes – seen through her bold use of colour and love of oversized, sculptural sleeves – take inspiration from her experiences of growing up in Serbia, whilst expressive and dynamic prints are informed by modern and contemporary art influences.

Benedict Redgrove speaks to Jason Basmajian for the Luxury Insider podcast series….

British-born photographer and artist Benedict Redgrove’s award-winning career, spanning some two decades, has been established shooting global campaigns for major automotive and aeronautical companies, and technology and media giants. For the past nine years, Redgrove has been shooting an ambitious project with NASA; a culmination of 200 images of NASA’s most iconic objects as you’ve never seen them before, published inThis is NASA: Past and Present Dreams of the Future, a book from Redgrove launching on the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing. With unprecedented access to NASA’s spacecraft, labs and facilities, Redgrove has created a unique and powerful tribute to the pioneers of space exploration, which he discusses in this fascinating podcast.

In conversation with Fredrikson Stallard, leading exponents of avant-garde art and design

Patrik Fredrikson and Ian Stallard – better known professionally as Fredrikson Stallard – speak to Jason Basmajian for the Luxury Insider podcast series….

Rosey Chan speaks to Jason Basmajian for the Luxury Insider podcast series….

Multi-media artist Rosey Chan is a classically trained pianist and composer who challenges traditional boundaries by experimenting with electronic music, digital imagery and new approaches to making music. She has performed globally and is known for her improvisation, as well as her artistic collaborations with Sting, Queen, and Tom Dixon, among others. In this fascinating podcast, we get a snapshot into the world of this interesting and talented artist, who is at the forefront of innovation, wellbeing and luxury.