Best Corkscrew Podcasts (2025)

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The Day Corkscrew Mulligan Walked Away from Fifty Grand 6:35

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Here’s a quick question: Who asks for discounts more—people with real money… or the ones barely scraping by? If you’ve been in business long enough, you know: 👉 The nickel-and-dimers haggle. 👉 The wealthy? They don’t. In today’s episode, you’ll hear the story of Corkscrew Mulligan—a financial advisor who learned that lesson the hard way when he nea…

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Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 16 - Ducks: From Corkscrews to Cultural Icons 40:00

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Send us a text Ever wondered what's really going on beneath the surface of that seemingly innocent duck paddling across your local pond? Prepare to have your perceptions forever altered as Kate and KJ dive headfirst into the fascinating and occasionally shocking world of ducks. Join us for another episode as we determine whether ducks ultimately de…

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The Billionaire’s Buy-In: The Perfect Pitch That Closed a Fortune 4:59

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Ever heard a pitch so good you couldn’t say no? One that pulled you in, kept you hooked, and by the end, you were practically throwing your credit card at the person? That’s not luck—that’s AIDA in action: Attention, Interest, Desire, and Action. In this episode of The Velvet Rope Playbook Podcast, we break down the art of the perfect pitch through…

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The Fork in the Road—Why Some Pros Stay Broke & Others Get Rich Clients 6:17

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Two agents. Same start. Same market. Very different endings. Today’s episode is the true tale of Scrappy Benny Flowers—still grinding for commissions—and Victor “The Sable Fox” Lupo, who quietly dominates the luxury market, closing deals in penthouses where the chandeliers cost more than most people’s homes. Was it luck? Was it connections? Nope. I…

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The Nigerian Prince Hustle: What It Teaches About Selling High-Ticket Offers 6:35

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You’ve seen the email. "Dear Sir or Madam, I am the lawyer for a recently deceased Nigerian prince who has left you a massive fortune. All you need to do is send a small processing fee…" It’s the most infamous scam in internet history—the Nigerian Prince email. It’s been around for decades, and yet, somehow, people still fall for it. But here’s the…

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The First Five Seconds: How the Wealthy Decide Who You Are 5:22

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They see you before they hear you. And they decide—almost instantly—what category you belong in. This isn’t paranoia. It’s pattern recognition—and in high-net-worth environments, it happens faster, sharper, and with higher stakes than most professionals realize. In today’s episode of The Velvet Rope Playbook, we unpack the quiet, brutal reality of …

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The Psychology of Trust and Authority 7:33

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In this episode of The Velvet Rope Playbook, we’re diving into one of the most powerful psychological levers you can pull in high-end client attraction: Authority. Because here’s the truth: Everyone—even the ultra-wealthy—feels a flicker of doubt when making a decision: "Will this work for me?" "Am I making the right choice?" At the affluent level,…

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The Invisible Architects – Lessons from Family Offices 9:19

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Most people will never encounter a family office. That’s by design. These organizations are invisible to the general public, yet they sit quietly at the center of some of the most powerful dynasties in the world. Rockefeller Capital, Bessemer Trust, and hundreds of others you’ve never heard of exist to manage not just money, but legacies. At their …

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The Cart Girl Close: The High-End Art of the Playful Upsell 7:21

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Today’s story isn’t about real estate. It’s not about consulting. And it’s definitely not about funnels. It’s about beer. And golf. And a cart girl named Kameron Centennial, who understands sales psychology better than most professionals with certifications and a pitch deck. On the surface, she’s just selling drinks. But underneath? She’s running a…

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The Fisher Formula: How to Build Authority at Scale Without Begging for Business 6:39

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If you’ve ever opened Forbes, Barron’s, or even your inbox, you’ve seen the name. Ken Fisher. Tall. Bearded. Direct. Founder of Fisher Investments, one of the largest independent money managers in the world. And more than that? One of the most unapologetically visible marketers in the financial world. This is a man who spent decades writing columns…

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Coffee and the Cosmos: Stephen Hawking 31:33

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Send us a text Fascinated by cosmology? Curious about the complicated humans behind world-changing ideas? Then maybe this episode is for you! Tune into Kate and KJ as they take a look into the life and legacy of Stephen Hawking.By Kate & KJ

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The Ari Emanuel Effect: Influence, Velocity, and the Art of Becoming Unignorable 8:09

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There are people who run businesses. There are people who represent stars. And then—there’s Ari Emanuel. You might not know every company he owns. You might not follow every deal. But if you're anywhere near money, media, fashion, sports, entertainment—or power? You've felt his presence. He’s the co-founder of Endeavor, the talent and media conglom…

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Educated Privilege: Lessons from Private Tutors Who Serve the 1% 7:29

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There’s a tutor in Manhattan who only meets clients at The Plaza. Not in the lobby. In a suite—with a tea tray set out, a view of the park, and an assistant who handles introductions. He’s not a professor. He’s not a test-prep guy. He doesn’t advertise. But if you’re in certain circles on the Upper East Side, he’s the first call you make the moment…

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The Princeton Principle: How Elite Institutions Create Demand Without Selling 6:47

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There’s a kid from Greenwich who’s been training for this since age 10. Tutors. Mandarin lessons. Volunteer work in Africa. A résumé longer than most executives. His parents don’t say it out loud, but it’s understood: “This is about Princeton.” And every year, across Park Avenue apartments, London townhouses, and gated compounds in Singapore, the s…

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98 - Colombard 7:14

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🍷 Episode 98: Colombard – Zing in a Glass We’re turning the spotlight on a grape that’s bright, zesty, and criminally underrated—Colombard. From its roots in Cognac country to its sunny reinvention in California, Colombard is a vibrant white wine that deserves your attention. In this episode, you’ll discover: - How Colombard went from brandy workho…

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95 - Teroldego 7:43

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🍷 Episode 95: Teroldego – Bold Soul of the Dolomites Hey there, wine lover – today we’re diving into one of northern Italy’s best-kept secrets: Teroldego! This red grape is bold, vibrant, and totally underrated. Get ready to meet a wine that’s rustic yet refined, and absolutely bursting with personality. In this episode: - Discover the unique alpin…

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96 - Arneis 7:24

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🥂 Episode 96: Arneis – Italy’s Little Rascal in a Glass Ever heard of Arneis? It's a quirky white grape from Italy that almost disappeared, but is now charming wine lovers with its floral aromas and silky texture. In this episode, we’re diving into its fascinating story, how it tastes in the glass, and why it’s earned its mischievous nickname. Here…

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97 - Bastardo (Trousseau) 7:46

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🍷 Episode 97: Bastardo (Trousseau) – Elegance with a Wild Side This week, we’re diving into one of the wine world’s most intriguing and misunderstood grapes: Bastardo, also known as Trousseau. Don’t let the name fool you—this is a grape full of charm, mystery, and surprisingly delicate flavors. From its roots in Jura to unexpected cameos in Portuga…

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The Hidden Bridge: Leveraging Your Network (Even If It’s Not Full of Millionaires) 6:25

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He wasn’t the client. He wasn’t the investor. He wasn’t even in the room for the meeting. He was the quiet connection. The afterthought. The “Oh—you should talk to…” that changed everything. That’s how it works in the world of the wealthy. The deal rarely comes from the obvious source. It doesn’t come from your ad. It doesn’t come from your website…

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92 - Biancolella 6:54

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🥂 Episode 92: Biancolella – Sip the Sea Breeze In this episode, we're boarding a virtual ferry to the island of Ischia to explore Biancolella—a bright, sea-kissed white grape that’s all about elegance, freshness, and place. If you’ve never heard of it before, buckle up—this one’s a hidden Italian gem worth discovering. Here’s what you’ll learn: - W…

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93 - Rebo 7:27

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🍷 Episode 93: Rebo – Velvet Meets the Wild Step into the glass with us this week as we shine a light on one of northern Italy’s best-kept secrets: the Rebo grape. Born from a match made in winemaking heaven — Merlot and Teroldego — Rebo offers a delicious balance of elegance and mountain-edge character. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: - W…

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94 - Cococciola 8:12

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🥂 Episode 94: Cococciola – Zest from the Adriatic Get ready to meet your new favorite white grape! In this episode, we’re exploring Cococciola — a crisp, citrusy gem straight from Italy's Abruzzo region. You may not have heard of it before, but trust us: this grape is all kinds of refreshing. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why Cococciola is moving fro…

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89 - Refosco 7:29

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🍷 Episode 89: Refosco – Rustic Roots, Bold Soul Today we’re diving into Refosco—a bold, aromatic red grape from northeastern Italy that’s packed with character, history, and serious food-pairing potential. If you've never heard of it, you're in for a treat. What you'll learn in this episode: - Where Refosco comes from and why Friuli-Venezia Giulia …

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91 - Corvina 8:34

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🍷 Episode 91: Corvina – Verona’s Velvet Secret In this episode, we're taking a flavorful trip to Italy's Veneto region to get to know Corvina — the red grape behind some of Italy’s most iconic wines. From bright, zesty Valpolicellas to the bold, luxurious world of Amarone, you’ll see just how versatile and captivating this grape can be. Here’s what…

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90 - Ehrenfelser 8:25

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🥂 Episode 90: Ehrenfelser – Riesling’s Sunny Sidekick In this episode, we’re uncovering the story behind Ehrenfelser — a cheerful, aromatic white grape that might not be on your radar yet but definitely should be. From its experimental roots in Germany to its surprising second act in Canada, Ehrenfelser is bursting with juicy flavor and a whole lot…

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Invisible Ink: How to Build a Personal Brand That Resonates with the Wealthy 5:46

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A logo doesn’t make a brand. A tagline doesn’t make a brand. A perfectly curated Instagram grid? Definitely doesn’t make a brand. Not in the world of the wealthy. In that world, your personal brand isn’t what you say. It’s what they say about you when you leave the room. It’s the unspoken energy you carry. It’s the stories whispered between members…

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Tailored Influence: What Custom Clothiers Know About Selling to the Elite 7:35

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There’s a tailor in Mayfair who doesn’t have a website. No phone number, either—not one you’d find. You meet him through a friend, or not at all. His shop has no signage. Just a brass handle, a curtained window, and the unmistakable smell of steamed wool and cedar oil when you step inside. His name? Quentin Rye. And while he rarely speaks above a w…

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87 - Dornfelder 7:46

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🍷 Episode 87: Dornfelder – Germany’s Bold Undercover Red Looking for a red wine that’s quietly stealing the show? Meet Dornfelder—a rich, deeply colored grape that might just be Germany’s best-kept wine secret. In this episode, we dive into the story behind this lesser-known varietal that’s full of character and perfect for your next food pairing a…

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86 - Melon de Bourgogne 8:24

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🥂 Episode 86: Melon de Bourgogne – Quiet Star of the Loire Ever wonder what wine pairs best with oysters, sea breezes, and quiet charm? In this episode, we’re diving into the refreshing world of Melon de Bourgogne—a crisp white grape with a fascinating backstory and an ocean-loving personality. You’ve probably met it before in a glass of Muscadet… …

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88 - Grenache Blanc 7:31

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🥂 Episode 88: Grenache Blanc – The Chameleon in Your Glass In today’s episode, we’re shining a light on a white grape that doesn’t always take center stage—but definitely should. Grenache Blanc might be the lesser-known sibling of red Grenache, but it’s full of personality and flavor, from the Rhône Valley to sunny California. Here’s what you’ll di…

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The Chef Behind the Curtain: What Personal Chefs Teach Us About Selling to the Wealthy 7:38

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There’s a man in Palm Beach who starts cooking at 4:30 a.m. No apron. No clanging pans. Just a starched white chef coat, a silent kitchen, and a stocked Sub-Zero full of rare produce flown in overnight. His name is Jules. You’ve never heard of him, and that’s exactly the point. Jules is a private chef for a multigenerational family with homes in fo…

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They’re Not Like You: What Makes the Wealthy Buy Differently 5:41

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You’re sitting across from a man who owns five homes. One of them he hasn’t visited in three years. He just likes knowing it’s there. You’re trying to explain your service—what you offer, how it works, why you’re worth it. And suddenly, you realize something: He’s not evaluating your offer the way normal people do. He’s not comparing prices. He’s n…

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The Invisible Engine: Building a Marketing Funnel That Attracts Affluent Clients Automatically 7:45

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The first time someone asked Roman Bell what he does, he smiled and said: “I run a business that introduces me to the right people… while I’m sleeping.” They laughed. He didn’t. Roman doesn’t hustle. He doesn’t pitch. He doesn’t “hop on” calls. He consults for sovereign investors and third-generation luxury brands, all from a home office that looks…

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The Tribe of Wealth: How to Break Into the World of the Affluent 5:51

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There’s something nobody tells you when you start working with high-net-worth clients: They’re not just wealthy. They’re tribal. They have their own language. Their own codes of behavior. Their own unspoken rules about who’s in—and who’s just visiting. You’ve probably felt it before: You walk into a room where the suits are quieter. The laughter is…

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83 - Alicante Bouschet 7:46

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🍷 Episode 83: Alicante Bouschet – Inky Soul, Bold Heart In this episode, we’re shining a spotlight on Alicante Bouschet—a red grape that’s anything but ordinary. From its deeply pigmented juice to its bold, brooding character, this grape has a rich story that spans continents and centuries. You’ll learn: • What makes Alicante Bouschet a rare “teint…

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84 - Pedro Ximénez 8:18

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🥂 Episode 84: Pedro Ximénez – Sweetness with a Side of Sun In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most luscious, sun-kissed grapes to ever hit your glass. We're talking all about Pedro Ximénez—aka PX—the grape behind some of the world’s richest, most indulgent wines. Here’s what’s packed into the episode: - The myth, mystery, and Mediterrane…

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85 - Trollinger 7:00

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🍷 Episode 85: Trollinger (also called Schiava) – Light, Bright, and Slightly Left-Field In this episode, we're diving into a grape with two names, two homelands, and one seriously charming personality. Meet Trollinger—aka Schiava—a light, fruity red that’s here to challenge your expectations and win your heart. - Discover why this grape is beloved …

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Silent Persuasion: Let A Story Do the Selling 6:36

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There’s a guy in Sonoma named Barrett Shaw. If you know him, it’s probably through someone wealthy, discreet, and obsessive about detail. He designs wine labels. But not like you think. There’s no agency. No website. No packages. Barrett doesn’t talk about design principles or ROI. He doesn’t mention how many awards his clients have won. He never e…

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Sticky Stories: How to Become Unforgettable to the Affluent 5:13

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There’s a guy in Naples named Carter Voss. Drives a vintage Defender. Orders iced espresso with lemon. Speaks three languages but only when he has to. Carter’s a private investment scout—he finds the off-market deals no one else knows about. Not the ones in press releases or pitch decks. The ones whispered over drinks in Montenegro or backgammon in…

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The Status Manuscript: How Writing a Book Opens Doors to the Wealthy 7:01

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At a dinner party in Napa—just 12 guests, two sommeliers, and one of those chefs who speaks in poetry—a man named Julian DeVere passed a signed copy of a book across the table. The title? Preserving Legacy: A Private Framework for Families of Wealth. No one at the table had heard of it. It wasn’t on the Times list. Didn’t trend on BookTok. Didn’t n…

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Vaulted Status: Why Security and Privacy Are the New Luxury Assets 6:29

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It wasn’t always like this. There was a time when the wealthy showed it all off—columns in society magazines, their names carved into museum wings, estates featured in Architectural Digest. But then the world changed. Suddenly, the most valuable asset wasn’t what they owned. It was what no one knew they owned. Today, privacy has become a luxury goo…

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The Art of Affluence: What Elite Art Advisors Know About Selling to the Ultra-Wealthy 9:23

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It starts with a knock on a townhouse door in Mayfair. No sign. No hours. No reception desk. Just a discrete assistant who already knows your name, your portfolio, and your preferences. Inside, there are no price tags. No salespeople. No sales pitch. Just walls of art. Quiet, powerful, museum-worthy pieces. Not there to be sold—there to be consider…

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How to Speak Bougie: Understatement, Code-Switching, and Elegant Evasions 6:10

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If you’re trying too hard, you’re already out of the conversation. The bougie dialect isn’t about what you say—it’s about what you don’t say. Or better yet, what you say just ambiguously enough that only those in the know will catch it. Like a secret handshake made of syllables. This is the language of people who call their second home “the house u…

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The $300 Per Hour Workout: What Elite Fitness Instructors Know About Attracting the Wealthy 7:30

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There’s a private gym in Manhattan where you can’t walk in off the street. No sign on the door. No drop-in passes. No “first week free.” Inside? It looks like a Bond villain’s personal training lair. All black Technogym equipment. Cold-pressed juice in the fridge. And a wall of mahogany lockers with small brass plaques: each engraved with a client’…

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Digital Dating: What Raya Teaches Us About Selling to the Select Few 8:38

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You probably know someone who’s on Raya. You just don’t know they’re on Raya. Because no one talks about it. Not if they want to stay inside. It’s the dating app that isn’t about dating. It’s not about swiping. And it’s definitely not about availability. It’s about access. Exclusivity. Proximity to status. And for those of us who work with or want …

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The Trust Trigger: How to Build Instant Credibility with the Wealthy 4:57

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There’s a man in Sea Island who goes by the name Walter “Suitcase” Grant. He’s not a lawyer. Not a banker. Not a real estate guy. But when a billionaire’s wife needs a museum director on the phone by dinner, or a private jet needs to land in Nassau without paperwork— Walter’s the one they call. Now Walter doesn’t talk much about what he does. But p…

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The Invisible Close: How to Sell Without Sounding Like a Salesperson 5:24

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Let me tell you about a woman I met at a gallery opening in Beverly Hills. She had a name like “Charlotte” or “Camille”... Chanel flats, Hermès cuff, and the kind of bone structure that makes you assume her parents have a private chef. We were talking about a sculpture—nothing big, just an bronze starting at $175,000—and I casually asked what she d…

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The Suit That Said Everything: Selling to the Wealthy Without Saying a Word 7:31

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It started with a handshake in a suite at the Park Hyatt Tokyo. Not a boardroom. Not a pitch meeting. Just a quiet moment between two men who knew how the game was played. The buyer was a soft-spoken Singaporean financier. He barely said ten words the entire meeting. But when he stood, looked in the mirror, and buttoned the jacket of the navy three…

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Bougie Dress Code: Looking Effortless Takes Effort 6:37

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Let’s start with a truth nobody wants to say out loud: Looking this “relaxed” is a full-time job. The bougie wardrobe is a masterpiece of contradiction. It whispers “I just threw this on” while screaming “I spent $480 on this sweater and I don’t even want to talk about it.” It’s not flashy. It’s not tight. It doesn’t beg for attention. It assumes i…

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Bougie Defined: From Bourgeoisie to Bottle Service 5:24

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Let’s start with the obvious question: What does “bougie” even mean anymore? Once upon a time—say, in Marxist textbooks and 1990s grad school syllabi—“bourgeoisie” referred to the capitalist class. People who owned property, managed factories, and wore neckties to dinner. But over time, the word evolved. It slipped off the pages of political theory…