Hellman Talks

Lucía Larragoiti is the founder of La Maritxu, a Basque cheesecake brand that has brought a taste of the Basque Country to London — growing from a side project into one of the city’s most loved spots.In this conversation, they explore what it really takes to build something from scratch — from the uncertainty of the early days to scaling a business while working full-time as an architect. They also discuss the importance of staying open-minded, keeping things simple, and adapting when things don’t go as planned. -00:00 - Meet Lucía: The Basque Baker Behind La Maritxu00:38 - Where She's From & Life In London01:02 - Growing Up Basque: A Culture Of Good Food02:05 - From Bilbao To London: The Architecture Career02:34 - Life As An Architect: Lessons & Insecurities03:16 - Overcoming Insecurity At Work04:27 - Starting The Business While Still An Architect04:35 - The Origin Story Of La Maritxu05:01 - How Her Sister In Ecuador Started It All06:07 - Taking Orders From Home & Going To Food Markets07:42 - Balancing Architecture & The Cake Business09:15 - Going Full-Time & Opening The First Store10:28 - The Stress in the Early Days12:00 - How Her Architecture Background Helped12:57 - Opening Day: Empty Shop & A Pessimistic Neighbour14:00 - The Influencer That Changed Everything15:01 - Scaling From 25 To 150 Cakes A Day17:27 - What Makes A Basque Cheesecake Different vs NY Cheesecake18:30 - One Classic Flavour & New Collabs19:01 - Running A Business With Your Sisters20:04 - Tips For Family Business Communication20:32 - Growing From One Store To Three In London21:37 - Just Start: Don't Wait Until Everything Is Perfect22:28 - The Reality Of Entrepreneurship23:08 - Adapting When Things Don't Go As Planned24:22 - Scaling The Recipe: Handcrafted vs. Factory26:19 - Keep It Simple: Advice For Entrepreneurs to Scale Their Business26:52 - The Future Of La Maritxu27:26 - Wholesale vs. More Stores28:53 - Rapid-Fire Q&A + Final Thoughts-Guest Social Media: @LaMaritxuLondon-✨ Follow for more on Instagram, TikTok & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

Melanie Nasr (aka The Happy Coach) is a former hospitality professional turned life coach and numerologist with a global background from Senegal to Europe.They explore what it means to truly live “life your way,” reconnect with yourself, balance ambition with wellbeing, and redefine success on your own terms — while building small daily habits that support a more fulfilled life. -00:00 - Meet The Happy Coach02:00 - From Autopilot To Life My Way04:10 - On Paper Successful… But Not Fulfilled06:30 - Coaching: Self-Awareness Tool09:10 - Balancing Ambition With Wellbeing & Non-Negotiables12:00 - Don’t Compare Your Path & Taking Care Of Yourself13:14 - Society Pressures And The Importance Of Rest14:16 - Leadership Starts With People15:20 - “Success At All Cost”17:04 - Human Beings Always Want More17:35 - Success Is Not One Size Fits All19:06 - Nutrition And Movement19:42 - How To Eat Better And Exercise More22:28 - Learn To Say No24:10 - Gratitude And Inner Peace25:38 - Wearing The Leader Hat In Your Own Life26:48 - Act The Way You Want To Feel27:36 - What Is Numerology And How It Can Help You29:00 - Focusing And Going Deeper On One Thing30:25 - Rapid-Fire Q&A + Final Thoughts-Guest Social Media: @LifeYourWay.Coaching-✨ Follow for more on Instagram, TikTok & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

Welcome to Hellman Talks Insights — quick, 5 min episodes where Claudia shares 3 quick ideas or takeaways that caught her attention from her next guest.This week’s topics: gratefulness, the power of smiling, and happy news.

Ben Barnett is a globally touring saxophonist and entrepreneur, best known as The Sax Man.We talk about his journey from a childhood passion to a 20-year international music career, performing everywhere from Ibiza and Burning Man to private events around the world, and why he’s now focused on building platforms that support the next generation of creative freelancers. 🎷✨-00:00 – Meet The SaxMan (Ben Barnett)03:15 – Turning passion into a career04:52 – Saxually Active: music, art & record label05:37 – Blending genres & freestyling with DJs06:21 – Ibiza, Marbella, Burning Man & touring worldwide08:08 – Wild gigs: George Clooney, royalty & private events11:15 – From musician to entrepreneur11:54 – Active Artists Agency: built by artists, for artists14:48 – Helping artists with the business side (pricing, gigs, admin)16:12 – Advice for new musicians breaking in19:39 – Confidence, mental health & community22:38 – Phones at gigs: Keinemusik, no-phone zones & being present24:17 – Expect the unexpected (career lessons)25:04 – What’s next: building the future for artists26:00 – Rapid-Fire Q&A + final thoughts-Guest Social Media: @TheSaxManUK @SaxuallyActive @ActiveArtistsAgency-✨ Follow for more on Instagram, TikTok & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

Welcome to Hellman Talks Insights — quick, 5 min episodes where Claudia shares 3 quick ideas or takeaways that caught her attention from her next guest.This week’s topics: music, creativity and entrepreneurship. 

José de la Vega is the CEO and founder of Arktic — a fast-growing consulting firm in Spain.We talk about José’s journey from starting out in the Big Four, becoming CEO of a consulting firm, and launching his own company. He shares how his entrepreneurial childhood shaped his mindset, what it means to be a CEO, how to spot great talent, and why he believes small firms give young professionals more space to grow.-00:00 – Intro: Meet José & his entrepreneurial family03:01 – Getting started in consulting05:01 – Climbing the consulting ladder & leading teams08:10 – Becoming a CEO for the first time09:17 – Key leadership traits & styles that matter10:35 – Building a fast-growing consulting firm (Arktic)13:12 – Hiring talent: skills vs. attitude14:30 – How he views competition15:00 – Small firms vs. big institutions18:11 – AI and the future of consulting22:14 – Overcoming tough career moments24:57 – Balancing CEO life and personal time25:40 – Tech culture & the Silicon Valley mindset28:15 – Leadership by example29:09 – Hobbies, sleep tips & routines31:50 – Rapid-Fire Q&A & Final Thoughts-Guest Social Media: @artkic.esLink to Vincent's episode podcast: https://youtu.be/L2-NubXUn8U-✨ Follow for more on Instagram, TikTok & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

Welcome to Hellman Talks Insights — quick, 5 min episodes where Claudia shares 3 quick ideas or takeaways that caught her attention from her next guest.This week’s topics: consulting, CEOs, and sleep.

Virginie Delpal is the U.S. Brand Ambassador for Champagne Barons de Rothschild — the prestigious Champagne house founded by one of Europe’s most influential families.In this episode, we explore Virginie’s international career in wine and champagne, how Rothschild’s legacy of excellence shapes every champagne bottle, and the art of building long-term client relationships through trust, creativity, and experience.——00:00 – Intro: Meet Virginie01:14 – Discovering wine02:07 – Virginie’s international journey04:11 – Wine and Champagne roles06:55 – Champagne 101: grapes, rules, and regions09:16 – Working in Asia, Europe, and the US14:48 – Frerejean Frères House15:28 – Champagne Barons de Rothschild18:44 – What sets Barons de Rothschild apart21:18 – Marketing strategy & events like SailGP24:43 – Virginie’s role as US Brand Ambassador30:13 – What makes a great Champagne salesperson31:59 – Exciting projects & new Champagne experiences33:00 – Rapid-Fire Q&A & Final Thoughts—Guest Social media: @virginie__de & @champagnebaronsderothschild -✨ Follow for more on Instagram, TikTok & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

Ex–Goldman Sachs MD turned coffee entrepreneur after 30 years on Wall Street.We dive into why “luck” is about preparation, what it takes to stand out in high-pressure environments, when to walk away from corporate, and how to make bold career moves without regrets — and why, for Jim, it all led to coffee.——00:00 — Intro & NYC Beginnings02:38 — Life at Goldman Sachs05:29 — Navigating the Financial Crisis06:42 — What It Takes to Thrive at Goldman Sachs10:59 — How to Be Lucky (Hint: It’s Not Just Luck)13:58 — Wall Street Culture & the Role of Tech17:01 — Launching a Coffee School18:14 — Building a Niche Through Practical Learning22:06 — When to Start: The Right Time for Entrepreneurship23:33 — Corporate vs. Entrepreneur Life: Should You Jump?26:03 — The American Dream & Inner Drive27:49 — Purpose, Teamwork & the Goldman Sachs Ethos29:47 — Social Impact & Giving Back33:01 — Rapid Fire Q&A + Final Thoughts—Guest Social media: @newjerseycoffeeschoolLink to Modern Prince Hubertus episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Y42eImZiWCvCicafMwdon?si=9bfc5d3dcebe41c5-✨ Follow for more on Instagram, TikTok & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

From EY to Disney+, Vincent unpacks the future of streaming, the magic behind media and entertainment, and what fencing taught him about discipline and drive.Tune in for fresh takes on career pivots, cinema, and carving your own path in a fast-moving industry.——00:00 – Intro: Meet Vincent00:58 – IE University: Clubs, leadership & student life tips04:38 – Starting out in consulting (EY & beyond)06:54 – Landing the dream role at Disney+08:00 – Streaming trends: data, competition & what we watch12:59 – How Vincent pitches Disney+ in one sentence15:00 – The future of media: TV, cinema & social vs streaming21:24 – AI & creativity: threat or opportunity?23:50 – Want to work at Netflix or Disney? Here’s how25:40 – Side projects, startups & building something your own29:15 – Fencing & chess: mindset, strategy & focus34:40 – Rapid-Fire Q&A & Final Thoughts—Guest Social Media: @vhugdemerlo & @raccoonmedia.uk-✨ Follow for more on Instagram, TikTok & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

From cold calls with FT500 CEOs to becoming a clay-shooting influencer — Andrea shares the bold mindset behind her leap into content creation and how she balances a corporate role with country life. Tune in for career twists, bold moves, and insights on building a personal brand.—Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Real Madrid, Sweden & Marketing03:00 – Moving Abroad & Thinking Big05:00 – Selling Ads & Speaking to FT500 CEOs05:42 – Lessons from Top CEOs09:00 – Best Sales Advice from Executives11:40 – Hunting, Clay Shooting & Country Lifestyle14:17 – Becoming an Influencer: My Shooting Journey16:14 – Content Creation & Partnerships (Bentley, El Corte Inglés & more)17:34 – Building Her Second Brand: La Chica del Marketing18:54 – How to Build a Personal Brand21:36 – Why Personal Branding Is Becoming a Commodity23:35 – People, Social Media & Lessons Learned26:30 – Billionhands: The Next Big Platform?31:58 – Balancing Corporate Life with Passion34:10 – What’s Next for Andrea35:37 – Rapid-Fire Q&A & Final Thoughts—Follow Andrea:📸 @myshootingjourney & @la_chicadelmarketing🎥 Steve Jobs clip: Connecting the Dots – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc&t=94s—✨ Follow @Hellman.Talks on Instagram, TikTok & more🔗 All links: ⁠linktr.ee/hellmantalks

From royalty to the Olympics, to music and photography — we dive into identity beyond legacy, growing up in Marbella’s golden-era, and the drive that shaped his creative path. Tune in for bold stories, reinvention, and life across cultures and careers.—00:00 - Hubertus Intro & Background  03:56 - Photography05:01 - Skiing & Olympics  08:41 - Singing & Music  12:07 - Creative Passions & Interior Design14:48 - Hubertus’ Parents: Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe & Princess Ira von Fürstenberg16:41 - Luxury & Refinement18:08 - Marbella Club  22:56 - Art & Olympics Flag24:33 - Mexico, Ronda & the Eminem of Ski 26:59 - Rapid-fire questions & final thoughts—✨ Follow for more on Instagram, YouTube & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

From a diplomat’s childhood to banking and entrepreneurship—we dive into adapting to new cultures, the leap from corporate to startups, the mindset of top entrepreneurs, and how travel and sports shape leadership. Tune in for insights on resilience, global thinking, and the future of tech!—00:00 - Intro00:50 - Per’s Journey: Diplomacy to Banking04:20 - Corporate to Startups06:00 - Entrepreneurship & Lessons Learned12:10 - Sustainability14:50 - Venture Capital & Innovation16:50 - Cybersecurity & Blockchain19:50 - Virtual Reality22:00 - Tech Trends & the Future25:20 - Business ideas & entrepreneurship28:00 - Sports, Matterhorn & adventure32:00 - Rapid-fire questions & final thoughts—✨ Follow for more on Instagram, YouTube & more @Hellman.Talks 🔗 All links here: https://linktr.ee/hellmantalks

Excited to launch my new podcast where I dive into conversations with inspiring people from different industries to explore their journeys, lessons learned and what drives their success. 💡✨First episode drops soon! 🎧 Stay tuned 🙂