

The Entrepreneurs
Monocle
Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 16min
Eureka: Charging ahead with Ghana’s first e-bike maker
The co-founder and CEO of Wahu Mobility, Valerie Labi, talks about launching Ghana’s first electric-bike manufacturer, scaling the business despite early doubts and her plans to expand into new markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 23, 2025 • 35min
The winner makes it all: Catching up with Swedish brands Pure Effects and Morjas
Pure Effect co-founder Linda Rosendahl Nordin explains how the Swedish biotech company uses beneficial microbes to clean fabrics without washing. Plus: Morjas founder, Henrik Berg, talks brand growth, footwear and launching a women’s line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 2025 • 5min
Eureka: how to grow a global brand from a remote Greek island
Founder Stavros Kois shares how he grew a small optical shop in Syros into a globally recognised brand offering distinctive eyewear and silk scarves inspired by the style and story of the Greek island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 16, 2025 • 32min
How the right sound and scent can enhance your brand
Max De Lucia, co-founder of sonic branding studio DLMDD, discusses bringing his creative approach to the world of fragrance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 11, 2025 • 10min
Eureka: Why pistachios are having a moment
Roxana Saidi, founder of Táche, shares how a lightbulb moment in a Parisian café led to the creation of her pistachio-milk brand. She discusses international expansion, new collaborations and sustainability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 2025 • 22min
Pullman Voices: Shalini Goyal Bhalla
Could the circular economy be the answer to climate change? Monocle’s correspondent in New Delhi, Lyndee Prickitt, meets India’s foremost expert on the circular economy, Shalini Goyal Bhalla. She is the managing director of think-tank International Council for Circular Economy and has written books on the subject. She tells us about the opportunities that moving towards a circular model would provide for business and innovation, as well as the planet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 9, 2025 • 29min
France special: Best in surf and skincare
We get summer skincare tips from world-renowned aesthetician Sophie Carbonari. Plus: we head to the southwest coast of France to meet two surfers-turned entrepreneurs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 4, 2025 • 11min
Eureka: how the private sector is helping rebuild LA after the January 2025 wildfires
Stephen Summers, co-founder of Crest Real Estate, navigates LA's complex construction world with his brother Jason. They discuss the impact of the January 2025 wildfires and how private initiatives are stepping in to aid recovery. The Case Study 2.0 initiative aims to provide affordable architectural designs while preserving the city’s historical charm. Innovative housing solutions are being developed, showcasing collaboration among architects and contractors. The conversation highlights the community’s resilience and determination to rebuild amid the devastation.

Jul 3, 2025 • 23min
Pullman Voices: Amelia Christie-Miller
Former chef Amelia Christie-Miller has long been obsessed with brands that have the power to shape consumer behaviour. In 2021 she created Bold Bean Co to change the perception of beans, encouraging people to see them as more than a mere pantry ingredient. In this conversation with Monocle’s Tom Edwards, Christie-Miller discusses how she disrupted the food industry by shifting age-old narratives – through everything from her product and marketing strategy to workplace culture – and converted fatigued consumers into loyal customers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 2, 2025 • 29min
Williams F1 boss James Vowles on leadership and building a winning culture
In this engaging conversation, James Vowles, the team principal of Atlassian Williams Racing and former strategist for Mercedes, shares insights on leadership and team culture in the high-pressure world of Formula One. He discusses the significance of long-term vision over short-term gains, emphasizing the need for effective communication within large organizations. Vowles also highlights the delicate balance between honoring heritage and driving innovation, all while fostering a passionate, family-like culture essential for success.