The Future of Luxury Podcast with Dr Daniel Langer

The Future of Luxury Podcast with Dr Daniel Langer

The Future of Luxury with Dr. Daniel Langer Luxury is undergoing the most significant structural change in a generation. Wealth is concentrating at the very ...

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August 6, 2026 • 22 mins

A new episode of The Future of Luxury examines why price never made a brand desirable, and what does.

Ask most managers in the industry what makes a brand a luxury brand, and somewhere in the answer, price will appear. Expensive, exclusive, elevated. The logic feels intuitive, and it has guided pricing decisions across the category for a decade: raise the price, elevate the brand.

The new episode of The Future of Luxury takes that ...

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Michael shares what it meant to grow up and work side by side with his legendary father, Severin Wunderman, a man who left a mark on the watch industry like no other. He reflects on how his father shaped him, and how he then wrote his own chapter in watchmaking history: marketing director of Gucci watches at nineteen, later president of Corum, where he designed iconic timepieces that remain highly sought-after collectibles today. A...

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Dr. Daniel Langer examines why luxury’s era of automatic growth is over—and why the industry’s current challenges are structural, not temporary. Drawing from Équité’s landmark report, The Cost of Waiting: Luxury 2026–2030, he explores the forces reshaping the global market, from changing wealth patterns and China’s maturation to Gen Z’s rising expectations and the growing gap between price ...

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What do the ultra-wealthy actually want when money is no longer the problem?

In this episode, Dr. Daniel Langer sits down with Dr. Mauricio Ribeiro of MOIQ Capital to examine a quiet revolution in wealth management, one that abandons the commoditized machinery of private banking for something far more valuable: the management of a client's happiness, wellbeing, and purpose.

At the center of...

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In the latest episode of the Future of Luxury podcast, Dr. Langer, founder of Équité and professor at Pepperdine University, delves into the evolving trends in the luxury industry, particularly focusing on luxury real estate. Joined by guests Sally Forster Jones and Julie Faupel, they discuss the influence of millennials, digital disruption, and the unique needs of high net worth individuals in Los Angeles. The conversation highlig...

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In this episode of the Future of Luxury podcast, Julie Faupel, Founder & CEO of REALM, and Shelton Wilder, Founder of Shelton Wilder Group, discuss the changing definitions of luxury in today’s market.

They emphasize the importance of social media engagement and treating customers with respect, highlighting that personal connections and experiences are becoming more valuable than material possessions.

The conversation als...

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In this discussion from Singapore, the founder and CEO of Inspify emphasizes the transformative power of storytelling in luxury brand communication. He highlights the need for brands to create emotional connections with consumers, particularly in the context of luxury shopping, where expectations for quality and engagement are high. The conversation explores the challenges brands face in maintaining consistent narratives across dif...

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Damian Maib is the Founder & CEO of GENUINE, a leading e-commerce enabler agency and consultancy that connects global brands with the Asian e-commerce landscape. Through GENUINE, he has helped renowned consumer brands such as P&G, Beiersdorf, adidas, Sebamed, cosnova, Steiff and Electrolux, as well as B2B industrial companies like LAPP, Helukabel and the Wagner Group, strategically expand their presence in Asia. As a Berlin...

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In this podcast episode, Torsten Müller-Ötvös, the former CEO of Rolls Royce Motorcars, discusses his transformative journey in luxury automotive branding. He emphasizes the shift from traditional perceptions of car ownership to a focus on experiences and client engagement, particularly among younger, more diverse clientele. Torsten highlights the importance of storytelling in luxury branding and the need for bespoke offerings to e...

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In this Future of Luxury podcast, Niccolò Ricci, CEO of Stefano Ricci, discusses the brand's evolution from ties to a diverse range of luxury products, emphasizing quality and design. He highlights the importance of experiences in remote locations, like Cambodia, as part of the brand's vision, encouraging clients to connect with nature. The podcast also touches on the significance of sustainability in luxury fashion, with initiativ...

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In this podcast episode, Jonathan Levine, the founder, and CEO of Master & Dynamic, shares his journey of creating a luxury audio brand inspired by his son's love for music. Launched in 2014, the company emphasizes design and craftsmanship, prioritizing quality materials and acoustic performance over technology hype. Levine discusses the importance of brand consistency and trust among luxury consumers, highlighting the need for...

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In an engaging podcast episode, Luc Rochereau draws on his extensive luxury industry experience to highlight the crucial role of emotional connections in luxury sales. He explains how successful salespeople tap into clients' emotions to truly understand their needs, ultimately driving impactful sales results. Luc underscores the importance of delivering exceptional service and personalized experiences to build lasting client loyalt...

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