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Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful & Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte - Collecting F.P. Journe | Part 2

Today I am sitting down with Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful and Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte from F.P. Journe to dive into each of their personal Journe collections and to

Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful & Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte - Collecting F.P. Journe | Part 1

Today I am sitting down with Kevin O'Leary aka Mr. Wonderful and Pierre Halimi Lacharlotte from F.P. Journe to discuss what it's like to collect within one of the most so

Chelsea Nassib - Founder, Tappan

Today’s guest saw something in the art world that many sensed—but few dared to challenge. Chelsea Nassib, founder of Tappan, is my guest today, and after graduating with

Micaela Erlanger - Celebrity Fashion Stylist

Today’s guest has shaped some of the most unforgettable silhouettes to grace the red carpet—from Lupita Nyong’o to Meryl Streep. But behind the Hollywood glamour is a min

Steven Rodel - Creative Director, Guy Goodfellow

Today on Collectors Gene Radio, I’m joined by Steven Rodel—the Creative Director at Guy Goodfellow, a studio shaped by the namesake's singular vision over 25 years. Stev

Vincent Brasesco - Vice President & Watch Specialist @ Sotheby's

Today on Collectors Gene Radio, I welcome Vincent Brasesco, a true connoisseur whose passion for mechanical artistry has taken him from curious teenage collector to Vice

Bryan Calvero - Founder, Period Correct

Today’s guest is someone whose eye for design, reverence for history, and devotion to craft have quietly shaped a corner of automotive culture that feels both soulful and

Nina Takesh - Designer & China Collector

Today I’m joined by the inimitable Nina Takesh—a creative force whose work spans luxury baby boutiques, house flipping, bespoke interiors, digital media, and now, her own

Mary Randolph Carter (Carter) - Author & Creative Director, Ralph Lauren

Today, I’m thrilled to sit down once again with the legendary Mary Randolph Carter—better known simply as Carter. She’s a long time Creative Director at Ralph Lauren, an

Barry Bordelon & Jordan Slocum - The Brownstone Boys

Today I’m joined by the dynamic duo behind The Brownstone Boys—Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum. Known for their thoughtful restorations and their deep respect for archit

Melissa Morris - Founder & Creative Director, Metier

Today, I have the immense pleasure of sitting down with Melissa Morris, founder and creative director of Metier – a brand that has  elevated the art of travel through exq

Marci Hirshleifer - Global Personal Shopping Director/Women's Buyer, Hirshleifers

When it comes to collecting, few people do it with the same passion, precision, and pure joy as Marci Hirshleifer. As a key force behind the legendary luxury retailer Hir

Antonio Sersale - Owner, Le Sirenuse

Today’s guest is Antonio Sersale, the owner and custodian of one of the world’s most beloved and sought-after hotels—Le Sirenuse in Positano. Since his family transformed

Erik Torstensson - Co-Founder, FRAME

My guest today is Erik Torstensson, the visionary co-founder of Frame one of the most influential fashion brands of our time. A true powerhouse in fashion, branding, and

Matteo Violet-Vianello - Founder, Anoma Watch

Today’s guest is founder of Anoma Watch, Matteo Violet-Vianello. Anoma isn’t just a watch brand; it’s a daring artistic statement that pushes the boundaries of what a wat

Tom Exton (aka TGE) - Entrepreneur & Influencer

Today I’m sitting down with entrepreneur and influencer, Tom Exton, otherwise known online as TGE. Tom first made waves when he and his twin brother launched a pioneering

Ryan Matthew Cohn - Dealer, Collector, Co-Author (The Witch's Door), and Co-Founder, Oddities Flea Market

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Ryan Matthew Cohn, a modern-day curator of curiosities and a master of the macabre. You might recognize Ryan from his groundbreaking work

Donna Lennard - Founder, il Buco

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Donna Lennard, a trailblazer who has redefined how we experience dining, design, and community. Donna is the founder of the iconic il Bu

Camilla Marcus - Founder, west-bourne

Camilla Marcus, founder of west-bourne is my guest today and as someone who embodies the intersection of sustainability and community, her various collections feel right

Stephanie Housley - Founder, Coral & Tusk

Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Coral & Tusk founder, Stepahnie Housley. Stephanie is someone whose work beautifully embodies the art of storytelling through collecti