Luxury On Air

 Season 6, Episode 6: The Seamless Luxury Experience Driven by Agentic AI with Alice Antoniazzi, Head of Retail, Consumer Goods & Fashion at Amazon Web Services (AWS).   Karine Szegedi sits down with Alice Antoniazzi to explore A gentic  AI as a strategic discipline for premium brands. Alice is Head of Retail, Consumer Goods & Fashion at Amazon Web Services (AWS), and advises luxury brands on how...

Season 6, Episode 5: The Architecture of Brand Charisma with Josh Lane, Co-founder and Chief Business Officer of FerebeeLane .    Karine Szegedi sits down with Josh Lane to explore brand charisma as a strategic discipline for premium brands. Josh is a Co-founder and Chief Business Officer . of FerebeeLane , a luxury brand communications firm, and has spent 25 years building brand strategy. Their c...

Season 6, Episode 4: The Sound of Distinction: Sonic Branding, Neuro-Acoustics and the Future of Sensory Experience togheter with Vincent Corver from Swiss Sonic.   Felicitas Morhart visits Vincent  Corver in his Zurich studio to explore sonic branding as a strategic discipline for luxury brands. Vincent is a Steinway Artist, film composer and producer working at the frontier of 3D sound technolog...

Season 6, Episode 3: ​  The Luxury Paradox in Premium Mental Health with Paul Flynn, CEO of Harbor London. ​ Host Karine Szegedi speaks with Paul Flynn, founder of Harbor London, about the redefinition of luxury in premium healthcare. What truly drives value for high-net-worth clients? Not opulent surroundings, but clinical excellence, radical personalisation, and outcome-driven service delivery....

​ Felicitas Morhart speaks with Tim Schlick, CEO of Platinum Guild International, to explore platinum from every angle: its extraordinary physical properties, its role in consumer culture across four global markets, its 2 million-ounce annual jewellery demand, and its expanding role in the hydrogen economy and AI. ​ From responsible sourcing to digital product passports redefining luxury provenanc...

Hosts Karine Szegedi and Felicitas Morhart , moderated by Victoria Gomelsky, Editor-in-Chief at JCK magazine, continue their exploration of the evolving luxury landscape in this second episode of a two-part series. This episode delves into the key challenges and opportunities facing the luxury industry in 2026, including the luxury market slowdown, rising material costs, and the transformative imp...

​ Hosts Karine Szegedi and Felicitas Morhart , moderated by Victoria Gomelsky, Editor-in-Chief at JCK magazine, look back on five successful years of the #LuxuryOnAir podcast, sharing their journey of exploring the evolving luxury landscape. This first episode of a two-part series delves into how luxury has transformed since the pandemic, from traditional craftsmanship to the rise of experiential...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Maxime Bohé, CEO of Serapian, who shares how he is revitalising this nearly 100-year-old Milanese luxury brand by blending heritage craftsmanship with modern bespoke experiences. This episode explores how heritage brands leverage storytelling to drive innovation and deliver personalised luxury. It also highlight Milan's creative ecosystem, the enduring value of artisan s...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Markus Meindl, 11th generation CEO and designer of Meindl Fashion, shares how his family business blends centuries-old heritage with innovation and sustainability to create timeless luxury products. He highlights the importance of preserving artisanal craftsmanship, ethical sourcing, and personalised customer experiences to stay authentic and relevant in today's evolving...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Aurel Bacs, Watch Auctioneer at Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo. They explore the art and science behind expert valuation, the evolving market dynamics, and the very human side of auctions — from how digital innovation is opening new doors for buyers and sellers worldwide, to the delicate balance of setting the right price that honours both market realities and...

Prof. Felicitas Morhart speaks with two leading voices in the world of pearls - one bringing scientific insight, the other cultural and historical depth. Together, they explore the origins of pearls, their enduring symbolism across civilisations, and how sustainability and traceability are shaping their future in luxury. The conversation spans from ancient myths and legendary jewels to contemporar...

Felicitas Morhart speaks with Florian Haffa, a global luxury real estate and licensing expert and the visionary behind Mercedes‑Benz Places in Dubai and Miami. They discuss the explosive rise of branded residences and why more global icons, from fashion houses to automotive giants are entering the space. Guest: Florian Haffa , Global Luxury Real Estate Expert​ Host: Felicitas Morhart , Swiss Cente...

Season 5, Episode 7: The Luxury of Sound with Bang & Olufsen Karine Szegedi speaks with Kristian Teär, CEO of Bang & Olufsen. They discuss "luxury timeless technology," a concept that leverages their rich heritage and innovative prowess to carve out a unique space in the luxury audio market. Guest: Kristian Teär , CEO, Bang & Olufsen Host: Karine Szegedi , Deloitte Switzerland Resources:  Bang & O...

Felicitas Morhart speaks with Matthieu Humair, CEO of Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation. They discuss how this watchmaking event transformed into a global beacon for innovation through collaborations, creativity, public and youth engagement, all while setting the stage for the next generation of watch lovers. Guest: Matthieu Humair , CEO, Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation Host: Felicitas M...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys. Anna shares about the transformative world of luxury ocean travel, strategic approaches to redefining the luxury cruise experience, and leadership in the luxury travel industry. She also highlights how to attract customers, diversify brand experience, integrate sustainability and adapt to emerging trends. Guest: Anna Nash , Presi...

Felicitas Morhart speaks with Thomas Walther, President of the Board at White Turf St Moritz. They discuss the history and charm of White Turf, an event captivating high society since 1907 and highlight the  unique art of event management, scalability and exclusivity. Guest: Thomas Walther, President of the Board, White Turf St Moritz Host: Felicitas Morhart , Founder, Swiss Center for Luxury Rese...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Simone Gibertoni, CEO of Clinique La Prairie. Simone provides highlights the world-renowned luxury medical wellness clinic in Montreux, Switzerland which combines advanced scientific medicine with holistic wellness and preventative health approaches, with a focus on longevity. Guest: Simone Gibertoni , CEO of Clinique La Prairie  Host: Karine Szegedi , Deloitte Switzerla...

Felicitas Morhart speaks with Dr Ashley Mears, Professor and Chair of Cultural Sociology and New Media, University of Amsterdam. Ashley provides an in-depth look into the exclusive global nightclub and party circuit and how businesses and consumers navigate the intricate economy of beauty, status, and wealth that underpins these lavish displays. Guest: Dr Ashley Mears , Professor and Chair of Cult...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Niels Schäfer, Co-founder of LOEV Jewelry, a cutting-edge sustainable diamond jewellery brand, and Eleonor Picciotto, Founder of The Eye of Jewelry and a dedicated champion of lab-grown diamonds. Discover the secrets behind revolutionising the diamond industry with lab-grown gems that are both ethically sourced and stunningly beautiful. Listen to the audio Watch the vide...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Divia Thani, Global Editorial Director at Condé Nast Traveller, a global voice in all things travel, offering both inspiration and vital intel. Discover the secrets behind curating a magazine that not only graces coffee tables but also inspires wanderlust and adventure. Guest: Divia Thani, Condé Nast Traveller Host: Karine Szegedi, Deloitte Resources:  Condé Nast Travell...

Felicitas Morhart interviews Simon Flückiger, CEO at Teo Jakob, an interior design and luxury furniture firm. Simon highlighted the art of luxury living, Teo Jakob's unique design philosophy, trends and innovations in luxury furniture as well as tips for designing sophisticated interiors. Watch the video on YouTube ! Guest: Simon Flückiger  Host: Felicitas Morhart Resources:  Teo Jakob website Lux...

Felicitas Morhart speaks with Antoine Pin, former Managing Director of Bulgari and current CEO of Tag Heuer and Dr Stephanie Cacioppo, neuroscientist at University of Oregon about love and luxury brands. They explore the emotional bonds we form with luxury brands and how they tap into our deeper desires and aspirations. Guests: Antoine Pin , former MD of Bulgari, current CEO of Tag Heuer and Dr St...

In this episode, Karine Szegedi interviews Jasmin Aziz, the Country Manager of Switzerland for The Estée Lauder Companies. Jasmin delves into the brand's history, its range of beauty products and sustainability efforts, and consumer's trend in the prestige beauty industry *The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is a publicly traded company with a focus on strategic and sustainable long-term growth. Over...

Karine Szegedi speaks with Alessandro Farris, Head of Group Brand and Trade Protection, EssilorLuxottica about the risks and realities of combatting counterfeit products to maintain their brand's quality and luxury reputation. Key topics such as the grey market, mystery shoppers, track and trace technology are all covered in this episode. Guest: Alessandro Farris , EssilorLuxottica Host: Karine Sz...

Felicitas Morhart interviews Marcus Nymand Jacobsen, Niche Fragrance Strategy Manager at TMC Nordic to explore the booming fragrance market and the rise of luxury niche scents. Key takeaways from this episode include that niche fragrances are a new form of luxury, social media is a driver of growth, men are the primary consumers and niche fragrances are more accessible than other luxury goods for...