Episodes
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Scarcity vs Abundance: Systems Thinking & Decision Making | Ep 11
In this episode of What Have I Missed?, Bellroy's Lina (Co-Founder and CEO) and Andy (Co-Founder) explore the powerful frameworks of scarcity and abundance – examining both the systems we work within and the mindsets we bring to them. From sustainability and solar energy to business strategy and...
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#10 - Launching luggage the Bellroy way
In this episode of “What have I missed?”, Lina and Andy excitedly delve into Bellroy’s expansion of its travel offering, with the launch of a wheeled luggage line. The conversation kicks off with an exploration of Bellroy's journey, highlighting the brand's roots in designing slim wallets and...
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#9 - Building a resilient business
In this episode, co-founders Lina and Andy explore the intricate theme of resilience within a business and its culture. They discuss the metaphor of ‘taking the stairs versus the elevator’ as a means to build strength within a business. The episode also revisits their foundational pillars of...
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#8 The evolving role of product in our lives
In this episode, Andy and Lina explore consumer-product relationships, and how these have evolved over time. They discuss Bellroy's history of product design, reflecting on how the expectations and interactions with its products has shifted or changed over the years. It starts in the depths of...
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#7 - Smart* people with good intentions who get shit done
Andy Fallshaw and Lina Calabria discuss the three elements that make up the culture at Bellroy: smart* people, good intentions, and getting shit done. They explain that being smart* at Bellroy is not about IQ, but about how individuals process information and make decisions. Good intentions…
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#6 - Thinking fast and slow
Lina Calabria and Andy Fallshaw discuss the concept of System One and System Two thinking, as introduced by Daniel Kahneman in his book "Thinking, Fast and Slow." They explain that System One thinking is fast, intuitive, and instinctive, while System Two is slow, deliberate, and analytical. They...
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#5 - Quality as fitness for purpose
Andy Fallshaw and Lina Calabria co founders of Bellroy, discuss the concept of quality and how it relates to their brand. They explain that while 'quality' is a word their customers use to describe their products, they never use it in marketing. They believe that quality is a complex concept that...
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#4 - Mental models and frameworks
In this episode of "What Have I Missed?" Andy Fallshaw and Lina Calabria discuss the importance of mental representations and frameworks in understanding and navigating the world. They start by reading a quote from Anders Ericsson, a researcher in deliberate practice, who emphasizes the role of...
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#3 - Dancing with tension
Lina Calabria and Andy Fallshaw discuss the concept of "dancing with tension" and the importance of holding discomfort, uncertainty, and opposing ideas. They use the analogy of a roofline to explain the value of staying on top and seeing both sides of an idea. They also explore the idea of…
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#2 - Stairs vs. Elevator
Andy Fallshaw and Lina Calabria discuss the analogy of "taking the stairs" versus "taking the elevator" when achieving success. They explain that while many people are drawn to quick and easy success, they believe in taking a slower, more deliberate approach. They compare the elevator to the idea...
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#1 - What have I missed?
Lina Calabria and Andy Fallshaw, Co Founders of Bellroy, introduce their new podcast, "What Have I Missed?", which aims to recreate the experience of sitting around a lunch table and conversing about ideas and insights. They discuss their motivation behind starting the podcast, the need for more...
About this show
"What Have I Missed?" is a podcast from Lina Calabria and Andy Fallshaw, the Co-CEOs of Bellroy. They have a deep passion for exploring ideas, sharing insights, and fostering meaningful conversations within their organization and beyond.
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