

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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Oct 1, 2025 • 29min
Scott Hudson on the craft behind Henrybuilt kitchens
Founder Scott Hudson shares the story of Henrybuilt and how the company constructed a business around custom kitchen systems that combine design, craftsmanship and function.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 2025 • 10min
Eureka: Natalie Enslöw on the future of skincare – are microbes the next big thing?
Founder Natalie Enslöw shares how she launched Fjör, a skincare brand tackling dryness, sensitivity and other skin issues with advanced microbiome technology and a purpose-driven approach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24, 2025 • 31min
Philip Feyer, founder of Jonas Reindl Coffee Roasters
We explore different ways to build community through entrepreneurship. June O’Sullivan talks about the role of social enterprise in shaping modern business. Then: Alexei Korolyov meets the founder of an independent Viennese cafe chain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 19, 2025 • 10min
Eureka: Building consumer apps for brands in under a week with no coding required
David Brunier, CEO of Cata and co-founder of Flash Coffee, shares insights from his experience scaling tech-enabled F&B businesses. He discusses creating a SaaS platform that enables brands to launch consumer apps in under a week without any coding. Discover how Cata helps restaurants and retailers transition to digital platforms with minimal costs. His journey underscores the importance of innovation in today's retail landscape and offers valuable lessons on turning offline retail into successful online ventures.

Sep 17, 2025 • 30min
Watchmaking special: Aera and highlights from Geneva Watch Days
Aera co-founders Jas Minhas and Olof Larsson join us at Midori House to discuss how things have been ticking along at their watch brand since Minhas’s previous visit. Plus: Monocle’s Brenda Tuohy on Geneva Watch Days trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 12, 2025 • 8min
Eureka: Jeanne Autran-Edorh on architectural heritage and innovation in Togo
French-Togolese architect and co-founder of Studio Neida, Jeanne Autran-Edorh, talks about the future of design in Togo and how her work is making an impact internationally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 10, 2025 • 31min
Labombe by Trivet and Gracious Hospitality’s Cote
Jonny Lake and Isa Bal, co-founders and masterminds behind the two Michelin-starred Trivet in London, discuss their latest venture. Plus: Simon Kim chats about shaking up the traditional American steakhouse with the acclaimed Cote. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 5, 2025 • 7min
Eureka: Soundproofing with mushrooms – how greener panels are making their way into studios
Roberts Treize shares the story of Sporonex, a Latvian startup developing sustainable acoustic solutions using mycelium and circular-waste materials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 3, 2025 • 28min
Laurent Kleitman, CEO of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Laurent Kleitman stops by Monocle’s Paris studio to reflect on the state of luxury hospitality, Mandarin Oriental’s takeover of the Lutetia hotel and the group’s starring role in season three of The White Lotus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 29, 2025 • 7min
Eureka: No sun needed! How to grow fresh greens year-round
Didrik Dimmen is the co-founder and CEO of Auk, an award-winning indoor smart-gardening system that makes it easy to grow fresh herbs, salad plants and even vegetables, no matter the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.