The Grand Tourist with Dan Rubinstein

Ian Schrager: The Man Who Invented the Boutique Hotel 01.07.2026 1t

Few individuals have had the impact on the hotel industry like Ian Schrager. On this episode, Dan speaks with the native New Yorker on his life before launching the legendary Studio 54, how working in nightlife spurred him to creating hotels, the birth of the boutique hotel, what his very own hotel, the Public, means to him, his latest West Hollywood outpost for the brand, his concept of “luxury for all,” and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We'll Always Have Casablanca 17.06.2026 32min

Long overlooked by travelers for places like Marrakech, the city of Casablanca is ready for a transformation. Thanks in part to a new hotel in the commercial capital from the Royal Mansour Collection, this ancient urban center is ready to be explored. On this episode, pulled from the pages of our spring print issue, Dan speaks with Jean-Claude Messant, the group's Managing Director, about how this Frenchman found his way to North Africa, how the country is using five-star luxury to develop lives, economies, and culture, what to do during a weekend in Casablanca, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reed Krakoff: Navigating a Career in Tastemaking 03.06.2026 1t 42min

Few designers have the résumé of brand building, product elevating, and balance sheet rejuvenating that American designer, creative director, and collecting connoisseur Reed Krakoff does. On this episode, Dan speaks with the creative leader on his groundbreaking career—from his roles at Coach and Tiffany & Co. to now John Hardy and Gap—what he's collecting now, his various artistic pursuits such as photography and ceramics, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sharing the Spotlight: Lindsey Adelman and Gabriel Hendifar 20.05.2026 48min

Designers Lindsey Adelman and Gabriel Hendifar may technically be competitors, but in many ways they’re kindred spirits. Adelman has revolutionized the world of lighting for the past 20 years, introducing a level of craft and artistry into an industry that was sorely lacking; and Hendifar created the brand Apparatus, an outfit known for its own lighting designs (among other objects) that positively glow with glamor and creativity. On this episode, the two impresarios sit down at the same table for a rare discussion on what being a designer means to them, how the careers of one another inspire them, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Ramoso: A Viral Star Ready to Fly 06.05.2026 37min

Comedian Laura Ramoso delights her millions of online followers with her larger-than-life characters, such Chiara, an acerbic Italian airline check-in agent. On this episode, Dan speaks with the rising star in the midst of a global tour (her American “Calm Down” tour starts in September) to discuss how the troupe Second City changed her life, what her own parents think about becoming recurring characters of hers, what Italian audiences think about her comedy, what Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are like in person, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rainer and Flavin Judd: “There’s Nothing Minimal About the World” 15.04.2026 56min

The name Donald Judd needs no introduction. On this episode, Dan speaks with the artist’s children, Rainer and Flavin Judd, to discuss the important work of the Judd Foundation. The trio discuss the siblings’s early life growing up in SoHo, how their understanding of their father’s art has shifted and deepened over time, how Judd’s moves in Marfa came into focus, and much more. Look for this cover feature in the upcoming spring 2026 print issue of The Grand Tourist, available this May. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JNcQUOI Comporta: A Well-Designed Paradise 01.04.2026 34min

Just an hour away from Lisbon on the Portuguese coast lies Comporta, one of Europe’s unspoiled pristine getaways. On today’s episode, Dan speaks with Miguel Guedes De Sousa, cofounder of JNcQUOI Comporta (pronounced je ne sais quoi), about his growing seaside destination with villas designed by Vincent Van Duysen, why Portugal has become such a hotspot, his philosophy on luxury hospitality, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todd Snyder: “My Favorite Word Has Always Been Juxtaposition” 18.03.2026 1t 4min

Few designers have influenced the way American men dress in the 21st century as much as Todd Snyder has. On this episode, the designer tells Dan about how he grew up as a fashion-obsessed young athlete before chasing his dreams in New York, his formative years at Ralph Lauren and J.Crew, cutting loose to start his eponymous brand, his latest collection that recalls the 50s and 60s, his advice for young designers, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express 05.03.2026 43min

Life may move faster than ever, but when it comes to travel we all yearn to slow down and experience the ride. On this episode, Dan takes you on board a true phenomenon of luxury today: the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Now a part of the blockbuster travel group Belmond, the famous train and its sister rides across the globe are part of a rewiring of how we think about getting away from it all. Speaking with Belmond’s Arnaud Champenois, Dan explores the line’s history, its sister hotels that work in fabulous combination with VSOE’s journeys, plans for the group’s future, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin Parr: A Photography Great Who Turned a Lens on Society 18.02.2026 35min

British photographer Martin Parr knew how to observe and highlight aspects of culture and contemporary life in both humorous and refreshingly honest ways. On this episode, Dan speaks with the legend about how he got his start, stories behind some of his more storied projects and books, why he started his own foundation in Bristol, his latest book from Rizzoli that gives an overview of his incredible career, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ranchlands: Exploring the American West on Horseback 04.02.2026 29min

One of the most exciting parts of traveling today? The ability to disconnect. On this episode—ripped from the pages of our upcoming spring print issue—Dan speaks with Tess Leach of Ranchlands, a massive land management business in the American West that includes the remote Paintrock Canyon Ranch in Wyoming that offers experiences for travelers of all stripes. The pair speak about what it’s like to visit this incredible corner of the country, the community surrounding it, and the luxury of being totally disconnected from the modern world (with great food, of course). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hélène Poulit-Duquesne: Meet Boucheron’s Maverick CEO 21.01.2026 50min

On the 15th season premiere, Dan speaks with Hélène Poulit-Duquesne, the fearless CEO of the legendary French jewelry house, Boucheron. After more than 10 years at the helm, Poulit-Duquesne has guided her team to create brave and bold collections—especially with their renowned high jewelry—defy concepts of gender in the industry, and expand globally to new markets. On this episode, the two speak about her first job at LVMH at the tender age of 22, how she collaborates with her creative director on inventive new pieces, her future plans for a house that was the very first jeweler to move to Paris’ Place Vendôme, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Sachs: “It’s All Sculpture to Me” 12.11.2025 1t 6min

Artist Tom Sachs explores various creative disciplines, from sculpture and filmmaking to design and painting. On this season finale, Dan speaks with Tom about his accidental journey from architecture to fine art, how a controversial installation in a Barneys window kickstarted his career, his new retrospective tome from Phaidon “Tom Sachs Guide,” his NASA-themed projects, his many collaborations with Nike, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claudio Marenzi: A Legacy of Technical Elegance 05.11.2025 51min

As the leader of the Italian fashion brand Herno, Claudio Marenzi knows a thing or two of creating garments that blend incredible design with legendary performance. On this episode, Dan speaks with Claudio about growing up in the family business, how the fashion universe in Italy has evolved since he took over, what his American clients think about the brand and what makes them different, his hopes for the next generation, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

032c: Can a Magazine Start a Fashion Line? 29.10.2025 1t

For decades, the Berlin-based fashion and culture magazine 032c, founded by Joerg Koch, set a global standard for transgressive ideas and stunning visuals that inspired leagues of creatives. Now joined by his wife, designer Maria Koch, the brand has successfully added a fully fledged ready-to-wear line for men and women. On this episode, Dan speaks with the cutting-edge couple on how the brand started, how it evolved into a new and bold concept, advice for the next generation of creatives, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Grand Tourist Reports: A New Home for the Fondation Cartier 22.10.2025 26min

For decades, the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain has created exhibitions and programs around the globe that blend together various creative disciplines. This week, the institution—founded by the beloved house we all know for its jewelry and timepieces—is moving into a new home in the very heart of Paris. On this episode, Dan speaks with Fondation Cartier’s Beatrice Grenier about the incredible new museum by architect Jean Nouvel, how its inventive architecture is literally quite moving, the history of the famous address and how it has inspired a truly grand inaugural exhibition, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Kundig: Making Memories With Architecture 15.10.2025 58min

As one of the most lauded American architects practicing today, Tom Kundig and his 350-person-strong firm Olson Kundig has created inventive spaces around the globe. But Kundig himself is perhaps best known for his truly envious houses that seamlessly blend into their natural surroundings. Not only that, but these homes are case studies in the power of kinetic architecture, where expertly crafted machinery can move walls, or even entire structures. On this episode, Dan speaks with the legendary designer on growing up with a Swiss modernist father, how the so-called “gizmos” in his works came to be, his latest book from Monacelli, Tom Kundig: Complete Houses, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Grand Tourist Returns: The Assoulines 08.10.2025 48min

In the world of publishing, the name Assouline is synonymous with glamour. Run from New York by French couple Prosper and Martine Assouline, along with their son Alexandre, the company has produced thousands of coveted books on everything from fashion and travel to fine art and design. On this popular episode from 2022, Dan speaks with this trendsetting trio on how their business began, why money has nothing to do with style, and whether the metaverse might be the next hot destination for the fashionable set. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bunny Williams: American Decorating Dynamo 01.10.2025 57min

For more than 40 years, Bunny Williams has helped define the look of the American home through a thriving interior design business, a successful and longstanding furnishings collection, as well as eight bestselling books to her name. On this episode, Dan speaks with the living legend about learning her craft from the late icons Sister Parish and Albert Hadley, how she likes to plan a room, her advice for the next generation of designers, how she met her husband the lauded antiques dealer John Rosselli, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna Sui: Designing the Nineties 24.09.2025 52min

From grunge style to the preppy look, one fashion designer helped define the wildly creative 1990s, New York’s Anna Sui. In her latest book “The Nineties x Anna Sui” (Rizzoli), the beloved designer catalogs this momentous decade in her life and career through photographs, memories, and runway-fabulous illustrations. On this episode, she speaks to Dan about growing up as a music-obsessed teen in the Midwest, getting her start as an ambitious creative in Manhattan, meeting and working with a young Marc Jacobs, how the world of vintage shopping impacted her process, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.