Scene in the City

Sakura O is a high-end contemporary jewelry designer and Founder of Midori Linea. The collections, found in boutiques nationwide began with one hand chain and a vision for a new kind of gemstone adorned style of jewelry, which today has grown to a trendsetting sensation. On this episode, the W Hotel's Dan Sparacino gets an inside look at where Sakura draws her inspiration, the entrepreneurial risks she took to launch her brand, the essentials she never leaves home without, her favorite...

Michael Trotter is a globally renowned DJ who has been spinning at popular nightspots around the world since his debut in 2014. His style and talent have fast tracked his success. He is one of the most sought after DJ’s in NYC and has been featured in The New York Times thanks to his trendsetting sets. On this episode, the W Hotel's Dan Sparacino gets an inside look at where Michaels passion for music and DJing began, the inspiration behind his signature style and the talent currently...

Plant wellness afficionado Louis Sagar is the CEO of The Alchemist's Kitchen and Evolver, the leading retail and content platform connecting you with the power of plants. They work with the finest herbalists who are producing high quality botanical medicines, herbal remedies as well as whole plant beauty and grooming products. They look to support the global need to increase plant diversity, and the sharing of ancient wisdom from indigenous cultures and believe strongly in the education and...

Fitness pioneer Jenni Lynn Patterson is the Founder of S'WET by Jenni Lynn Fitness. S'WET™ is one of the coolest classes to emerge on the New York City fitness scene. Taking place at popular gyms around the city, S’WET™ is an aquatic bootcamp combining high intensity interval training with advanced cardio, plyometrics, and unique equipment from around the world. It is a powerful water workout experience adjustable for all levels of activity. On this episode, the W Hotel's Dan Sparacino gets...

Globally renowned fashion designer Oday Shakar launched his first collection at New York Fashion Week in 2016. After years of living on the west coast, creating custom designs and dressing celebrities for the red carpet in LA, he knew it was time to take his designs to the next level. Fueled and inspired by the women in his life, Oday has been sketching and designing since the young age of twelve. Today his collection caters to stylish modern women including everyone from his high profile...

Scene in the City is a W Hotel podcast hosted by Dan Sparacino. It is a seasonal podcast series uncovering hidden gems, risk takers, and disruptors in your favorite cities around the world. Dan Sparacino will bring you the inside scoop on who and what is new, now, and next. You will discover emerging and local talent from design, music, fitness, and fashion, all of which are W Hotel passion points. Dan will take you behind the scenes where you will gain inside access to the local cultures in...