
Why Invest?
In this award winning podcast, a team of hosts from W1M are joined by a variety of guests to get under the bonnet of investment-related topics. From deep dives across the full spectrum of asset classes and regions, to broader themes of geopolitics, economics, and entrepreneurism, this podcast aims to demystify the worlds of finance, investment and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jun 20, 2022 • 27min
Fred Lloyd George: Co-Founder of Hamilton George Care
In this episode we are joined by Fred Lloyd George, co-founder of Hamilton George Care, a health business that focuses on live-in care across the UK. We discuss how and why he got into the care industry, what problem he is trying to solve and what the future holds for a company like his.For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk or www.hamiltongeorgecare.comLinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Fred Lloyd George – https://www.linkedin.com/in/fred-l-52545b11a/This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 1, 2022 • 36min
Thomas Olivier and Ben Thomson: Founders of Omnos
In this episode we are joined by Thomas Olivier and Ben Thomson, the co-founders on a mission to democratise the healthcare system. Their platform, Omnos aims to shift the focus of health and wellness from treating symptoms, to a more efficient holistic prevention model. We discuss the complicated problem they are trying to solve, what it takes to build a business like Omnos and their ambitious plans for the future. For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk or www.omnos.me LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Thomas Olivier – https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasolivieromnos/Ben Thomson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-thomson-85294428/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 2022 • 41min
Thomasina Miers: Co-Founder of Wahaca
In this episode we are joined by pillar of the UK food scene, Thomasina Miers. MasterChef winner and graduate from Ballymaloe cookery school, Thomasina co-founded restaurant group Wahaca after falling in love with the flavours of Mexico after her travels there. In this episode we discuss sustainability in the kitchen, biodiverse ingredients and what it takes to build a successful restaurant. For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk or www.thomasinamiers.com LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 5, 2022 • 30min
Christopher Garsten: Active management in European equity markets
In this episode we are joined by Christopher Garsten, manager of the Waverton European Capital Growth Fund. We explore capital cycle investing and Chris identifies where he sees the opportunities in Europe today. We discuss how he got into fund management and key advice for those looking to pursue a career in this field.For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Christopher Garsten – https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-garsten-155762222/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 2022 • 35min
Freddie Fforde: Founder of Patch
Episode 60 – Freddie Fforde: In this episode we are joined by Freddie Fforde, the Founder of Patch, a flexible work near home concept with grand ambitions for expansion. We discuss Freddie’s career including his time at Entrepreneur First, his vision for shared work and life spaces and the challenges of growing a company like his.For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk or www.patch.work LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Freddie Fforde – https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddiefforde/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 2022 • 36min
Gregor Angus: Co-Founder and CEO of True Royalty TV
In this episode Doug Barnett is joined by Gregor Angus, Co-Founder and CEO of True Royalty TV, an on-demand, subscription channel that focuses entirely on royal families. We discuss everything from the business model and how Gregor got into content creation, to raising capital and how he is using technology to disrupt archaic content distribution systems.For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk or trueroyalty.tv LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Gregor Angus – https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregor-angus-ltd/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 2022 • 31min
The evolving world of journalism with Sarah Sands
In this episode Doug Barnett is joined by journalist and author Sarah Sands, former editor of The Sunday Telegraph, the London Evening Standard and Today on BBC Radio 4. We explore how social media is the 21st century equivalent of 18th century coffee houses and whether “who pays matters” in the world of journalism. Sarah also shares some brilliant insights into the long days on Today and what it was like on Fleet Street during the 90s… For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk. LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Sarah Sands – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-sands-5248b81b6/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 2022 • 31min
Chris Keenan and James Parsons: Founders of Unibeez
In this episode we are joined by Chris Keenan and James Parsons, Founders of Unibeez, a platform designed to connect employers with talent from universities on a project-by-project basis. We discuss managing growth, building teams and raising capital. We question what it takes to create a coherent marketing message.For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk or www.unibeez.com LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Chris Keenan – https://www.linkedin.com/in/keenanchris/James Parsons – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jwparsonsrec/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 2022 • 32min
Maurits Pot: Active ETF Investing in Emerging and Frontier Growth Markets
In this episode we are joined by Maurits Pot, the Founder of Dawn Global and manager of CUBS ETF which is focused on five historically difficult-to-access equity markets in Asia: Bangladesh, Indonesia, Pakistan, Philippines, and Vietnam. These markets transcend the emerging and frontier market space and he sets out his case as to why he believes they are some of the fastest growing economies in the world. We discuss his background, the value proposition of CUBS and the potential for actively managed ETFs.For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk or dawnglobal.comLinkedInDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Maurits Pot – https://www.linkedin.com/in/maurits-pot-4855b320b/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 2022 • 31min
Allocating to Private Markets with Luke Hyde-Smith and Lorenzo Marchioni
In this episode we are joined by Waverton’s Luke Hyde-Smith, Co-Head of Multi Asset Strategies and Lorenzo Marchioni, Head of Private Markets who set out the case of allocating to Private Markets. We begin by identifying the problem we are trying to solve by investing in the non-listed space and outline the historical context. We discuss investment opportunities below the radar, the illiquidity premium, valuations and barriers to entry for institutional capital.For further information please visit www.waverton.co.uk.LinkedIn:Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Lorenzo Marchioni – https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenzo-marchioni-35819330/This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.