The Voice of Luxury with Lucy Challenger: Recent Episodes
Polo & Tweed
Lucy Challenger is the voice of luxury. Her clientele list includes Royalty, Celebrities, and High Net Worth Families around the world. Lucy is the CEO and Founder of Polo & Tweed.
When COVID-19 hit the world, Lucy wanted to start a series of podcasts that gave a platform to both industry professionals and expert voices in the fascinating world she worked in
Lucy’s podcast brings together leading professionals in the luxury industry, but also in areas which Lucy feels passionate about - from adoptive parents to luxury handbags and celebrity hair, join us for Season 2 on The Voice of Luxury
Lucy chats with Pandora Mather-Lees, an Oxford-educated art historian with over 20 years of experience in the commercial art sector. Pandora runs the company Art On Yachts, which offers a unique service by providing training and consultancy for onboard art collections. Lucy and Pandora discuss her work with galleries, museums, auction houses, art-related platforms, logistics, education, and professional art organisations.
https://www.artonsuperyachts.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artonsuperyachts_/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pandoraartservices/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/artonsuperyachts_/100063903587865/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pandoramatherlees/
Lucy speaks with Jenny who is one of the industry’s leading aesthetic nurses and is the medical clinical director at Aspire Clinic. Lucy's conversation with Jenny provides a unique opportunity to learn from her experience and knowledge in this specialised field. Having managed a busy Harley Street clinic for years Jenny has a wealth of knowledge that she is passionate about sharing with Lucy and her listeners.
https://www.aspireclinic.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aspireclinicberks/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspireClinic
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aspireclinic
Lucy speaks with Andy from Andy Craig Training, who is a husband, business owner, and father who has been coaching since 2007 in fitness. Lucy and Craig talk about the inspiration behind what he does now and where his journey has taken him. Their discussion delves into the inspiration driving his current work and the path that has led him to where he is today.
https://andycraigtraining.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andycraigtraining/
TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/andycraigtraining/
Lucy speaks with Vanessa who is the founder and CEO of Mountain Weddings. Lucy and Vanessa talk about combining her love for the mountains, the desire to help small independent businesses succeed and how the business developed. They discuss how her business supports a superb charity in India through to combining her passion and love of the wedding industry and the mountains was a match made in heaven.
https://www.mountainweddings.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountainweddingseurope/
Lucy chats with Paris, the company manager of The New Tantra (TNT), based in the Netherlands. Paris and her team of facilitators have been hosting tantra workshops since 2012. Get ready for a steamy episode which covers sex, ejaculation and the spiritual practice of Tantra itself. Paris talks about her journey into the world of Tantra and her own personal sexual and spiritual journey in this incredible world. Filled with fascinating stories and insights into this spicy world, tune in to listen and watch this incredible episode!
https://thenewtantra.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNewTantra/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewtantra/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNewTantraSchool
Lucy chats with Nuala Morey, an award-winning curly hair specialist and salon owner. She finds out all about what you definitely should not do to your hair at home, the amazing transformations Nuala and her team give people and the joy she finds in showing and teaching people how to love their naturally curly hair again.
Libby Sheppard, a bodyworker, intimacy coach, and owner of Touch of Happinessmassage and Massage School. Lucy and Libby talk about how she works with people with a history of trauma and sexual abuse, as well as couples and individuals who want to learn to enjoy touch, sensuality and sexuality more. They discuss how the pandemic, and our inability to touch and hug, has affected everyone hugely, and how it is a core part of being human.
Liza is a movement specialist from Athens, Greece. Liza shares her passion for and knowledge of dance, health, and movement, and how the Olympics of 1974 in Montreal inspired the very start of her career.
Jane shares her inspiring story on how she went from the director of a London PR firm, to follow her passion of becoming a full time, very successful artist. She talks about the different ways artists nowadays can become successful, how she gets through 'painters block' and where she draws her inspiration from, even when doing a commission.
Jacqui Ross is a recycling & waste expert. She gives a unique insight into the extensive process our waste goes through, once it has been collected. We learn about all the fascinating products that can be made from recycled material, her passion and mission to make a difference to the environment and some great practical tips on how we can all become better with our waste and recycling habits.
Annie Norris is a professional pole instructor, UK Pole champion and founder of the amazing Pure Studios in Hereford. Annie debunks some big misconceptions and prejudice on the industry of pole dancing and fitness. She shares her inspiration story on how she turned Pole into a serious business and career, with an almost Olympic level of fitness and training.
Dr Holloway has over 25 years experience as a clinical psychologist having worked with victims of sexual trauma, and in her career within secure hospital environments has specialised in working with female offenders with a diagnosis of mental disorder. She is now an Independent Psychologist providing assessments of risk to parole boards, psychological assessments for criminal cases and family Courts. She speaks about violence, compassion and the importance of empathy in working with people who have committed the most horrific offences.
Amy is a former Team GB downhill skeleton racer who won Gold at the Vancouver Olympics in 2010! She lifts the lid on what it takes to succeed in the World Championships. Amy speaks about the preparation that goes into each race and training in different countries on a weekly basis.
Alex has had an amazing career working as a chef in some of the top restaurants across the world, with a dream of owning his own restaurant. That dream became a reality when his restaurant Sheer Rocks opened its doors in Antigua. He will share his unbelievable experiences working with some of the most famous chefs.
Kerry is a renowned makeup artist and hairstylist with over thirty years in the industry. Kerry also shares her top tips on how to succeed in the industry in this fascinating episode of ‘The Voice of Luxury’.
Chris is an Entrepreneur and Investor with a passion for collecting rare luxury vehicles. Chris will be speaking about starting his own business early in his career to fund his passion of collecting luxury cars. Chris will also give us an insight into investing, restoring and racing cars.
James is an estate agent and a proud dad of three with his husband. James and Lucy chat about going through the adoption process as same-sex parents. James provides a great insight into the process of adoption and how he achieved his dream of having a family with his husband.
Clara is the CEO & Founder of Equitory, an investor relations consultancy company. Running her own company and dealing with the disturbance of lockdown on the finance industry, Clara will provide brilliant insight into how a person can be successful in the finance industry and go from working in a bank to starting their own company. Lucy and Clara chat about how Clara started out in the financial industry, delving into her prestigious career and how she started her own successful company. They discuss the importance of diversity in what was a predominantly male industry when she started.
Sellier Knightsbridge is an incredible brand, which provides clients with a fabulous service of purchasing pre-loved designer goods. Hanushka and Lucy talk about her dramatic career change and ways to make a brand a digital success story. Hanushka took Sellier Knightsbridge from a relatively unknown business, to be one of the fastest-growing companies in London and the worldwide luxury market.
Kay and Lucy discuss the challenges of working in period mansions, the difference between working with modern apartments and the impact of covid on the interior design industry. What does it take to become a world-famous interior designer?
Paul is a hairstylist to the stars! Paul and Lucy talk about his incredible experience working as a session hairstylist to the demanding challenges of dealing with celebrity hair. From Kate Moss to Charlotte Tilbury!
Sam is the owner and founder of Lockstone London LTD. Sam draws on his expert knowledge of gems and jewellery to help source unique pieces for his clients around the world.
Romeo is the drummer in the world-famous rock and roll band, Showaddywaddy. The band rose to fame whilst Romeo was still a young man.
Sam is a professional Butler who has worked both in the private and commercial worlds. He discusses with Lucy what life is actually like as a Butler and how he balances his work and home life whilst working for demanding clients.
Costis is the Founder and CEO of Franman - founded in 1991, Franman has provided a wide range of services to the shipping industry, focused on shipbuilding equipment, spare parts and ship repairs.
Inese is a professional housekeeper and has worked with beautiful properties, luxury homes and wonderful families throughout her impressive career.
Christopher is a talented professional musician and musical director of multiple choirs including the Reading Phoenix Choir and the Artistic Director of Berkshire County Youth Choirs.
Alexandra Parker-Larkin is our Polo & Tweed Head Trainer. Alex shared with Lucy her background in the Super Yacht world and how she ended up working at sea.
Christian is an Olympic Gold Medallist. He has also won gold and silver medals in the World Championships, two gold medals in the European Championships and a further two golds in the World Indoor Championships!
Peter is a professional Butler. Peter has worked for the rich and famous, and shares with Lucy his top tips on becoming a Butler an what life is really like working as a Butler.
Geli is a professional Ski Instructor and Ski Guide - whose daily work in the luxury St Anton ski resort is both challenging and rewarding.
Claire is a professional and successful House Manager. Together they talk about the world in which Claire works - from the demands of the job, and what it really takes to be the very best.
Pietro is the founder and co-owner of The Limited Edition. Together they talk about the luxury watch market and why it is so relevant today.
Kirstie is a professional nanny. Together they discuss what life is really like as a professional nanny, why strong opinions really do matter, and the demanding aspects of working with a private family.
Jennifer is the owner and found of JGM Gallery in Battersea, London. Together they speak about the world of contemporary art, the Aboriginal art that Jennifer sources for her clients.
Hebe is a Maternity Nurse. Hebe and Lucy discuss the wonderful world in which she works - with over 64 babies she has cared for and the future of her career ahead.
Andy is the founder of Tipple app. Him and Lucy chat about wine, what wine pairing actually is and the time Andy ended up taking part in a 'wine' marathon!
Hugh is a professional Butler. Hugh and Lucy speak live about Hugh's incredible experience in the world of Butlers. They also chat sticky situations and about the incredible E-Learning training platform that has just been launched.