Responsible Luxury

Created and hosted by Lauren Petrovic , Responsible Luxury takes you inside the conversations shaping the future of luxury. From sustainability and culture to technology and design, we explore how the world’s most influential thinkers are redefining what the future of luxury means — and why it matters.

Responsible Luxury is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 32 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #31

  The Economics of Luxury with Paul Zimnisky

  Aug 18, 202637 minS2

  What makes something truly valuable - and what happens when technology makes it possible to replicate almost anything? In this episode of Responsible Luxury, Lauren Petrovic sits down with Paul Zimnisky, one of the diamond industry’s leading independent analysts, to explore the economics of diamonds, scarcity, desire, and the forces reshaping the future of luxury. With a background on Wall Street and more than a decade analyzing the global diamond market, Paul brings a rare financial lens to an industry built as much on emotion and provenance as it is on supply and demand. Together, Lauren and Paul examine whether diamonds can truly be considered an investment, the disruption caused by lab-grown diamonds, what separates an asset from something genuinely investment-grade, and why provenance and emotional value can sometimes matter as much as financial value. They also explore how AI and customization could transform the jewelry industry, why financial freedom may be the ultimate luxury, and Paul’s belief that as our lives become increasingly digital, natural diamonds and gemstones may become even more desirable. At a turning point for the diamond industry, this conversation asks a much bigger question: in a world where more and more can be manufactured, replicated, and experienced virtually, what will we choose to value? X: @paulzimnisky Paul Zimniski Paul’s Podcast: Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Timestamps: 00:00 Why Natural Wins 00:24 Meet Paul Zimnisky 02:15 From Wall Street 05:00 Luxury Is Emotional 06:09 Gold Versus Diamonds 09:14 Who Sets Prices 11:59 Diamonds As Investment 16:46 What Creates Value 18:14 Lab Grown Misconceptions 20:44 Lab Diamond Price Crash 21:31 Why Diamonds Are Slowing 22:15 Human Nature Lessons 23:31 Passion Over Prestige 24:06 Global Industry Mosaic 25:09 Advocates And Resilience 25:36 Customization Future Retail 26:59 AI Opportunity And Risks 30:33 Luxury Means Freedom 31:05 Celebrities Drive Demand 32:06 Digital Life Natural Craving 33:48 Emotional Value Wins 34:31 Closing And Next Steps

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  Episode #30

  Luxury After the Age of Hype with Jacob Brown

  Jul 14, 202652 minS2

  For decades, a small group of editors, magazines, and cultural institutions shaped what the world paid attention to. Today, the gatekeepers are gone. Jacob Brown has spent his career inside some of the world's most influential cultural institutions. From Vogue , The New York Times, Style Magazine to Condé Nast . Today, as Creative Director of Maxwell Social , he is helping build a new model for luxury rooted in conversation, creativity, and human connection. In this episode, Lauren Petrovic and Jacob explore how culture is evolving in a post-gatekeeper world, why luxury is moving beyond hype-driven marketing, and why "the product is the influence" in an age of AI and infinite content. They discuss: The rise and fall of cultural gatekeepers Why "the product is the influence" The future of luxury and consumer trust Founder-led brands and personal branding Creativity as a business advantage AI, media, and the future of culture Building communities through meaningful human connection The vision behind Maxwell Social and Café Society A conversation exploring what creates cultural relevance, earns trust, and shapes the future of luxury. Timestamps : 00:00 Introduction 02:46 Jacob Brown Origin Story 05:15 From Vogue to Maxwell 08:58 Who Controls Culture Now 13:33 Product Over Marketing 15:01 Founder Led Brand Debate 19:54 Maxwell as Modern Salon 25:49 What Is Creative Director 27:39 Editor In Chief Mindset 28:05 Writing Finds The Logic 29:26 Reading And Real Ideas 30:33 Why AI Writing Feels Off 33:16 Creativity Vs Business Levers 35:25 Taste As Discernment 36:16 Café Society Vision 37:06 Debate And Intellectual Freedom 40:21 Op Ed Magazine Approach 42:22 Mad Men Rewatch Culture 44:12 Growing The Hat Market 46:34 Culture Is Not Transactional 47:21 Responsible Luxury And The Future 50:47 Closing And Where To Find Them 51:26 Final Takeaways

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  Episode #29

  Trust Is the Asset: Olivia Landau on Building The Clear Cut

  May 5, 202640 minS2

  <p>Lauren Petrovic sits down with Olivia Landau, founder and CEO of The Clear Cut, to unpack what it really takes to build trust inside one of the most opaque industries in the world, and turn that into a multi-million dollar business.</p><p>From her early days on the bridal floor at Tiffany & Co. to launching an educational blog that evolved into a category-defining brand, Olivia shares how transparency became her competitive advantage.</p><p>This conversation goes beyond diamonds. It explores conviction in leadership, knowing the “hill you’re willing to die on,” and building a company rooted in non...

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  Episode #28

  Can Luxury Lead the Way? Iris Van der Veken on Building a Legacy of Purpose, Responsibility, and Transparency

  Sep 23, 202558 minS2

  <p>What if the future of luxury isn’t about exclusivity—but radical inclusivity?</p><p>In this powerful episode of Responsible Luxury, host Lauren Petrovic sits down with Iris Van der Veken, Executive Director of the Watches & Jewellery Initiative 2030, for a bold and timely conversation on redefining what leadership looks like in today’s global luxury landscape.</p><p>Together, Lauren and Iris explore:</p>Why trust is now the defining currency for business. The evolution of leadership from hierarchy to inclusivity.How women’s empowerment and climate action are deeply interconnected.The role of luxury brands in setting standard...

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  Episode #27

  How Watches Became the New Asset Class: Jake Plonskier on Disrupting Luxury Markets

  May 27, 202537 minS2

  <p>What if your Rolex could be as liquid as your stock portfolio? In this episode of Responsible Luxury, host Lauren Petrovic sits down with Jake Plonskier, founder of Watches.io, to uncover how the luxury watch market is being transformed into a dynamic asset class. </p><p>Together they discuss:</p>Why trust and transparency are the missing links in luxury marketsHow blockchain and data are unlocking the $30B+ watch industryRise of liquidity in the watch market The parallels between watches, diamonds, and fine art as alternative investmentsWhat it takes to build a responsible, scalable business in an industry...

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