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The Stanza 12 episodes Latest May 6, 2026

The Stanza offers an investor's perspective on hospitality and culture. It features insights and analysis on trends in the hospitality industry, with a focus on how cultural shifts impact investment decisions. Listeners can expect discussions on market dynamics, business strategies, and the intersection of travel, food, and lifestyle. The podcast also encourages subscribing to its weekly journal for additional content.

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The Art of Emotional Storytelling: How Airelles Builds Ultra-Luxury Around History & Generosity with Anne-Laure Ollagnon May 6, 2026 00:54:54 Part I: The Travel Advisor as Curator(00:00:27)Erina Pindar, COO of SmartFlyer, argues that the travel advisor’s core product is less about access but more so curation and personalization: the construction of high-emotional-impact moments that exist outside the algorithm and cannot be replicated through self-booking.In Part I of this episode, Erina walks through how SmartFlyer conceptualizes exper

Early Conviction: Investing in Aman and the Future of Luxury Hospitality with Jonathan Goldstein Apr 7, 2026 01:21:26 Part I: AI and the Future of HospitalityEvery hospitality operator is asking the same question right now: what does AI actually mean for my business? Marc Lotenberg, founder of Dorsia, has a clear thesis: the operators who will define the next era of hospitality are not the ones who chase the technology, but the ones who double down on the art, the craft, and the magic that no algorithm can replic

“Dreams Don’t Have a Price”: The Philosophy Behind Lake Como’s Most Iconic Hotels with Valentina De Santis Mar 11, 2026 01:21:40 Part I: The Business of Six Figure TravelHow does one quantify the thesis that affluent consumers are prioritizing experiences over possessions? Luxury travel advisory SmartFlyer reports a 75% year over year increase in trips exceeding $500,000, alongside a 41% rise in bookings between $100,000 and $499,000.In this mini segment, SmartFlyer COO Erina Pindar shares what is fueling this growth, from

Ian Schrager Oct 22, 2025 00:49:22 Today’s guest is Ian Schrager, the legendary hotelier, entrepreneur, and cultural pioneer who reshaped nightlife and hospitality as we know it.Ian first made his mark in the 1970s as the co-founder of Studio 54, the iconic New York nightclub that became a symbol of glamour, freedom, and cultural revolution. Alongside his partner Steve Rubell, Ian created an experience that transcended nightlife, m

Dr. Jonathan Leary Sep 17, 2025 00:47:53 Dr. Jonathan Leary is the founder of Remedy Place, the social wellness club reimagining how we gather, recover, and connect. Trained in medicine and drawn to a more human, preventative approach, Jonathan spent years building a concierge sports-medicine practice while refining a 150-page business plan for a new kind of health club - one that could make self-care social and compelling. He opened the

Eugene Remm Aug 20, 2025 00:50:18 Today's guest is Eugene Remm, who co-founded Catch Hospitality Group in 2011. Eugene has opened Catch locations in 7 different markets throughout the U.S. and most recently, The Corner Store in New York, which has been a big success. Eugene started his hospitality career in the New York nightlife business in the 2000's, launching hit concepts such as Tenjune and SL, before pivoting to large format

Jeff Klein Jul 16, 2025 00:48:09 Jeff Klein started his hospitality career in 1993 as a bellman at The Franklin Hotel, where he learned the ropes of running a hotel in various operational roles. His first hotel project was the successful repositioning of a midtown office building into The City Club hotel. After The City Club, Jeff raised capital to acquire the dilapidated Argyle Hotel on Sunset Boulevard, and repositioned it to T

Dasha Zhukova Jun 18, 2025 00:23:32 Dasha Zhukova Niarchos is the founder of Ray, a residential lifestyle brand and real estate development company that builds art-forward residences. Ray's inaugural building in Philly's Fishtown neighborhood comprises 110 residential units and several amenities geared towards creatives and art & design lovers, such as artist studios, co-working space, a gym, a community kitchen, a green

Noah Tepperberg May 22, 2025 00:30:56 Today's guest is hospitality veteran Noah Tepperberg, co-founder of Tao Group Hospitality. Over the course of his 30+ year career in hospitality, Noah and his team have launched several iconic venues, under brands including Marquee, Lavo, Tao, Hakkasan, and many others. Tao Group currently has over 80 branded outlets globally in the broader portfolio. In 2017, Noah and his co-founder’s includi

Gaetano Guarducci Apr 16, 2025 00:47:21 Today's guest is Gaetano Guarducci of Sant Ambroeus Hospitality Group. Gaetano grew up in the restaurant business that his father, Gherardo Guarducci, co-founded in 2003, and has been working for the family business since graduating from university. The New York-based group comprises 29 restaurants across 3 brands - Sant Ambroeus, Felice, and Casa Lever - and is opening 3 to 4 restaurants per

David Rodolitz & Gary Vee Mar 18, 2025 00:56:17 Thank you Peoplevine for sponsoring this episode. Peoplevine is trusted by the best brands in the members club business. Book a free demo to see why at peoplevine.com.Today's guests are David Rodolitz and Gary Vaynerchuk, co-founders of VCR Group, a hospitality company operating concepts such as Flyfish Club, Ito, and Little Maven in New York and Las Vegas. Flyfish Club, which opened in September

Building iconic hospitality brands: Soho House, The Birley Clubs, Caprice Holdings Jul 25, 2024 01:21:10 **This interview was made publicly available thanks to the support of Peoplevine, the CRM software trusted by the best hospitality brands. Book your free demo here.Today's guest is Jamie Caring, founder of Sevengage Consultancy, through which he advises hospitality entrepreneurs and real estate owners on brand creation and community building. Prior to his consulting career, Jamie was the CMO of So

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