Join Tom Chamberlin to delve into the refined, the rare, and the relentlessly well-made.
Each episode offers a deep dive into a distinct facet of luxury — from iconic watches and rare cigars to cocktail mastery, design, and the hidden worlds of St James’s most exclusive clubs.
Alongside global tastemakers and expert guests, The Rake’s editor-in-chief Tom uncovers the heritage, craftsmanship, and subtle details that elevate objects and experiences into something truly exceptional.
Together, these episodes create a destination for the sophisticated modern gentleman, restoring a sense of discernment to an oversaturated culture.
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Hollywood, Royalty and the Art of the Perfect Cocktail with Paul Feig and Nick Foulkes
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 • Duration 50:13
In the debut episode of The Luxury Dispatch, Tom Chamberlin sits down with Hollywood director – and the King’s by-appointment cocktail maestro – Paul Feig, alongside writer and historian Nick Foulkes, for a spirited exploration of the art, lore and irresistible glamour of cocktails, uncovering how certain drinks become icons and why they remain one of life’s enduring pleasures.
00:00 - Intro to the pod.01:59 - Meet Paul Feig06:09 - Brief history of cocktails09:24 - Paul’s first drink13:56 - Covid cocktails (daily IG show)16:25 - Making a cocktail for the king!19:07 - Shaken vs stirred.35:41 - The best bars (according to Paul)46:11 - Sign off.
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Introducing... The Luxury Dispatch with Tom Chamberlin
Friday, November 28, 2025 • Duration 01:18
Join Tom Chamberlin and an extraordinary lineup of guests as they delve into the refined and the rare. Each episode explores a different subject, uncovering the craftsmanship, heritage, and subtle details that define the world of luxury.
First episode is released Tuesday 2nd December.
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Giorgio Armani: Fashion, Film & the Revolution of Tailoring
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 • Duration 50:08
Giorgio Armani didn’t just redefine Italian tailoring – he reshaped global menswear. In this episode of The Luxury Dispatch, Tom Chamberlin is joined by Armani expert Peter Howarth and film producer Hani Farsi to explore how a boy from Piacenza became Hollywood’s first true fashion designer, transformed the unstructured jacket into a global uniform, and built an empire spanning film, red carpets, furniture, and hotels.
From American Gigolo to Miami Vice, from deconstructed tailoring to the rise of Emporio Armani, this conversation dives into the life, craft, philosophy, and legacy of the most influential designer of the past 50 years.
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How the Rolex Submariner Became a Legend: History, Myths & Mastery
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 • Duration 42:10
The Rolex Submariner isn’t just a watch – it’s the blueprint for the modern dive watch and one of the most recognisable objects in luxury.
In this episode of The Luxury Dispatch, Tom Chamberlin is joined by watch historian and author Nick Foulkes to explore how a tool built for divers, scientists and the military became a global cultural symbol worn by explorers, movie heroes and collectors alike.
From Hans Wilsdorf’s obsession with precision to the Oyster case, the rise of underwater exploration, the James Bond effect, military testing, early prototypes, the Deep Sea Special, and why today’s Submariner still looks like the one you saw in childhood advertising – this is the full story of an icon.
Nick also breaks down the myths, the folklore, the collector frenzy, the military lore, the engineering breakthroughs and the psychological appeal that makes the Submariner a watch that “never fails to proceed.”
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00:00 What Makes the Submariner Unique for Everyone
00:38 The Rolex Deep Dive Begins
01:22 The Origins of Rolex & Hans Wilsdorf
04:00 The Oyster Case: Precision Above All
09:00 The Three Ages of the Submariner
15:02 Underwater Exploration Changes Everything
20:52 Rolex Conquers the Mariana Trench
27:40 Bond, Pop Culture & the Icon Era
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Mike Tindall & James Haskell: The Ultimate Luxury Guide To Gift Giving at Christmas
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 • Duration 41:19
In this festive special of The Luxury Dispatch, Tom Chamberlin is joined by Mike Tindall and James Haskell for a spirited Christmas gift guide unlike any other.
From accessories and aftershave to cigars, golf gadgets, wine, whisky and the psychology of luxury pricing, the trio explore how to buy brilliantly, and thoughtfully, for the most important people in your life.
Expect honest opinions, sharp humour and plenty of festive chaos as The Good, The Bad & The Rugby Podcast duo bring their trademark energy to the world of luxury.
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Rafe Spall: Locking Eyes with Spielberg & What Makes Cricket So Great
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 • Duration 43:30
In this episode of The Luxury Dispatch, Tom Chamberlin is joined by actor and lifelong cricket obsessive Rafe Spall for a deeply personal conversation about the game that shapes time, memory and character.
Rafe also draws striking parallels between elite sport and acting, recounting the moment he stepped on stage opposite Rachel Weisz & Daniel Craig, locking eyes with Steven Spielberg.
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Cohiba: A history of Communism and Culture
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 • Duration 45:05
How does a socialist revolution accidentally create one of the world’s most recognisable luxury brands?
In Episode 6 of The Luxury Dispatch, Nick Foulkes joins Tom to discuss the perfect cigar, scarcity and assassination attempts.
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The Off-Roader: Workhorse Turned Status Symbol
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 • Duration 50:39
The off-roader was never meant to be perfect, polished or precious. So how did it become one of the most desirable luxury objects of the modern age?
In Episode 7 of The Luxury Dispatch, Tom Chamberlin and Simon de Burton dig into the history, myths and contradictions.
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Tattoos: Mo Coppoletta On The History Of Ink
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 • Duration 55:03
How did an ancient practice of "back alley symbols" become the ultimate playground for European royalty?
In the latest episode of The Luxury Dispatch, Tom Chamberlin sits down with Mo Coppoletta, the world-renowned artist who transformed ink into a high-society decorative art. Together, they explore the "refined and rare" history of tattoos, from the skin of King George V to the master craftsmanship of Clerkenwell.
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Gentleman's Clubs: From Coffee Houses to Corridors of Power
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 • Duration 45:40
In this episode of The Luxury Dispatch, we take a look behind the most imposing yet secretive buildings in all of London, the Gentlemen's Clubs of St James's. How they emerged, what they represent and who joins.
Tom’s guests, Geordie Willis and Peter Howarth, discuss how these institutions have lasted up to now and why would you want to be a member.
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