Gentleman's Clubs: From Coffee Houses to Corridors of Power
Gentleman's Clubs: From Coffee Houses to Corridors of Power  
Podcast: The Luxury Dispatch with Tom Chamberlin
Published On: Tue Jan 27 2026
Description: 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. Available on Spotify, YouTube & Apple. The Luxury Dispatch is produced by Listen, a Platform Media label. Follow us on socials: https://linktr.ee/theluxurydispatch Learn more about your ad choices at podcastchoices.com/adchoices London Clubland: A Companion For The Curious - https://amzn.eu/d/d7Vj4mp Palaces of Power: The Birth and Evolution of London's Clubland - https://amzn.eu/d/8HzpR0G The London Club: Architecture, Interiors, Art - https://amzn.eu/d/dNXjRPj Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices