Beyond Luxury

By: Carlota Rodben
  • Summary

  • Dive into the evolving definition of luxury in today's rapidly changing world. Hosted by Carlota Rodben, author of acclaimed industry book "Beyond Luxury: The Promise of Emotion," the podcast aims to challenge conventional notions of luxury by exploring its intersections with society, technology, experience, and sustainability. The podcast extends Carlota's book and goes beyond it by inviting thought leaders from various sectors like fashion, beauty, wellness, travel, hospitality, art, and technology to continue the conversation. Join and be a part of creating the future of luxury!
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Episodes
  • Whistleblower to Real Estate Pioneer (Part 1) : Brittany Kaiser's Quest to Have You OWN YOUR DATA
    Feb 26 2025

    In this episode, we sit down with ⁠Brittany Kaiser⁠, the Cambridge Analytica whistleblower turned data rights activist, to uncover the urgent issues shaping our digital future. From exposing the dark side of data misuse to advocating for ethical AI and blockchain solutions, Brittany shares her mission to empower individuals with control over their own information.

    We dive into the hidden dangers of social media on mental health, especially for younger generations, and why Brittany believes delaying access to these platforms could be life-changing. She also reveals how blockchain technology can revolutionize data ownership, giving people the power to monetize their own digital footprint and build a more transparent and equitable online world.

    But Brittany’s story doesn’t stop at data ethics. Her latest venture, Chateaushi, merges her passion for technology and historic preservation, using blockchain to sustain and restore iconic estates in a way that redefines investment and cultural heritage.

    This is an eye-opening conversation about the future of digital rights, ethical innovation, and the power of technology to shape a more just society. Don’t miss this inspiring episode that challenges everything we know about privacy, ownership, and trust in the digital age.

    Want to stay ahead of the curve? Sign up for our ⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Beyond Luxury Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ for even more insights and inspiration.

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    34 mins
  • From Ballerina to Best-selling Author, to Podcaster, and 2x Founder (Part 2): How to make rejection your biggest superpower!
    Feb 19 2025

    Finally, I am sharing my story!

    • I’ll share how moving 17 times by age 27 shaped my identity as a global citizen and polyglot.

    • Pivoting from international relations to diving headfirst into the beauty and luxury industry despite facing a ton of rejection.

    • Writing Beauty as it Is at age 22, interviewing top beauty leaders, and opening unexpected doors.

    • My time at Chanel, where I created and led an innovation team that merged technology, experience and luxury in new ways.

    • During the pandemic, I authored Beyond Luxury: The Promise of Emotion, exploring how luxury could evolve in a rapidly changing world.

    • In 2023, I took a leap of faith, leaving Chanel to pursue entrepreneurship, driven by my vision to transform the luxury industry.


    Want to stay ahead of the curve? Sign up for our ⁠⁠⁠Weekly Beyond Luxury Substack⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ for even more insights and inspiration.

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    23 mins
  • From Ballerina to Best-selling Author, to Podcaster, and 2x Founder (Part 1): How to make rejection your biggest superpower!
    Feb 12 2025

    In this episode,I , Carlota Rodben, share my unconventional life journey that brought me to the luxury world. Growing up as a “third-culture kid” and dancing ballet around the globe, my path has been anything but predictable. I open up about how I broke into the industry by publishing my first book at age 22 and second by 26, turning rejection and owning my own path into a powerful catalyst for success.

    Now, as an entrepreneur, I’m on a mission to redefine what luxury means—blending innovation, emotion, and identity to shape the future of the industry. From navigating a global upbringing to taking bold leaps of faith, this is a story of resilience, serendipity, and the power of embracing the unknown. Don’t miss this inspiring episode that invites you to rethink luxury and the opportunities it holds for the future.

    Want to stay ahead of the curve? Sign up for our ⁠⁠⁠Weekly Beyond Luxury Substack⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ for even more insights and inspiration.

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    22 mins

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