Great Company with Jamie Laing

GSTAAD GUY: INSIDE THE MINDS OF THE ULTRA-RICH

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Sep 16, 2025
Gstaad Guy, the witty satirical persona, has been entertaining audiences by lampooning the ultra-wealthy, particularly in luxurious Gstaad. He shares intriguing tales about the absurdities of billionaire lifestyles and discusses how he found inspiration in real-life characters around him. His insights on the pitfalls of wealth, the significance of grit, and the unexpected side of luxury culture are both illuminating and humorous. Gstaad Guy also reveals how he collaborates with luxury brands, showcasing a unique blend of satire and success.
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ANECDOTE

Students Booking Hotels For Pizza

  • Students at Le Rose booked two-week hotel rooms during COVID just to eat the hotel's pizza and burger.
  • They often never even collected the room key and likely had parents unknowingly foot the £28,000 bill.
INSIGHT

Wealth Solves Problems, Not Guaranteed Joy

  • Wealth solves many practical problems and reduces stress, but beyond necessity it doesn't guarantee happiness.
  • Excess luxury becomes increasingly absurd and provokes ridicule across socioeconomic groups.
ADVICE

Solve Problems Incrementally For Happiness

  • Solve meaningful problems in your life incrementally to create lasting happiness rather than chasing quick pleasures.
  • Treat slow, steady progress as the driver of durable contentment rather than fast fixes.
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