Best Fratello Podcasts (2025)

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Fratello Talks: Gold Watches Revisited 32:34

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There's something special about gold watches that goes beyond the opulent, warm tone of their shiny exteriors. In the past, they served to mark significant milestones, special occasions, or outstanding achievements. These are often immortalized with an engraving on the case back. Today, on Fratello Talks, we've found inspiration to revisit the topi…

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S2: Ep: 19 | Timist Podcast Series | Feat. Steven Goldfarb Owner Of Alvin Goldfarb Jeweler 58:08

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Welcome to season 2 episode 19 of the Timist Podcast Series - check out the show notes below: In this episode... Steven walks us through his early memories of growing up in the family business and discovering his calling while also reflecting on working with luxury brands and attending major industry events over his many years in the industry. Stev…

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Fratello On Air: Giving Thanks To The Watch Hobby 1:06:59

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Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air! With Thanksgiving barely in our rearview mirrors, we decide to spend time giving thanks to the watch hobby. In this installment, you'll hear what we love so much about this addiction and why. Settle in for this candid chat. In honor of Thanksgiving, we figure that giving thanks is well overdue. Today, …

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Fratello Talks: Dubai Watch Week 2025 Highlights And Other Recent Releases 32:29

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Over the last few weeks, we've seen an unseasonal deluge of watch releases, with brands big and small unveiling fresh pieces at an incessant pace. Today, on Fratello Talks, we're taking a moment to look back at some highlights and reflect on what stood out to us. Nacho, RJ, and Thomas are on the microphones to break down a diverse array of noveltie…

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Fratello On Air: The Greatest Dive Watches Of All Time 1:17:18

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we enter the depths and declare the greatest dive watches of all time. Yes, there are some expected entries, but we also offer a surprise or two. Enjoy the listen! While neither Balazs nor I dive, we've realized that the style of watch used for this activity has probably become the most…

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Fratello Talks: Watches And The Stories They Tell 38:52

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Watch collectors often discuss design, materials, and mechanical nuance, but the conversation frequently shifts toward something less tangible — the stories tied to these objects. Whether passed down through family, acquired during memorable moments, or simply worn through everyday life, watches tend to gather meaning in ways their manufacturers ca…

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Fratello On Air: The Best Modern Watches Are Still Five-Digit Rolex 1:19:01

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we chat about the legendary five-digit Rolex era and how it's probably the greatest collection of modern watches. We discuss why and mention some of our favorite models. Enjoy the show! For many of us, it seems that the five-digit Rolex period was around forever. In fact, the watches de…

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Fratello Talks: With Claude Greisler of Armin Strom 49:39

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On this week’s episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho and RJ sit down with Claude Greisler, co-founder and master watchmaker at Armin Strom. Together, they explore Claude’s journey from a young apprentice to leading one of Switzerland’s most technically inventive independent brands. The trio discusses how Armin Strom evolved from a workshop known for ske…

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Fratello Talks: Modern Watches That Could Be Future Classics 25:51

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The pace of new watch releases has never been faster. Every week seems to bring a fresh wave of models vying for our attention. We're certainly not complaining—but it does make us curious: which of today’s timepieces might one day become future classics? That’s the question at the heart of today’s episode of Fratello Talks, as Nacho, RJ, and Daan e…

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Fratello On Air: These Are The Next Watch Trends 1:30:15

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we lay it on the line and predict upcoming watch trends. We take educated guesses about what will be hot and what will likely fade. It's a comprehensive look at everything from materials to sizes and colors. Enjoy the show! It's not easy to see into the future, but many popular styles a…

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Fratello Talks: The Tales Of Former Watch Retailers 39:24

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Most of us have some level of experience with watch retailers and ADs from a customer perspective. However, few watch enthusiasts can claim to have worked behind the counter, let alone owned a watch shop. Today, Nacho and Thomas are joined by Gerard, a long-time Fratello team member and former owner of Horloge Platform Nederland, a watch boutique b…

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Fratello On Air: Seiko's Triumphant Return 1:12:59

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Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we discuss the triumphant return of Seiko to the forefront of value-laden watchmaking. For some, perhaps the massive Japanese company never left. From our perspective, though, 2025 has been a turning point. We feel that the brand has truly listened to its fan base and the market. Listen alon…

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Fratello Talks: What Makes A Watch Elegant? 34:32

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Longines famously says, “Elegance is an attitude.” But let’s be honest; there’s probably more to it than that. On today’s episode of Fratello Talks, we’re asking the big question: what makes a watch truly elegant? Is it the proportions, the case material, or the strap? Maybe it’s how the watch sits on your wrist, or perhaps it's the mysterious mix …

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Fratello On Air: The Best-Value Used Watches 1:01:36

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we talk about the best-value used watches. Of course, this isn't an exhaustive list but just a sampling of some great pre-owned picks. If you're expecting the usual suspects, prepare to be surprised. Enjoy the show! Yes, we're back with a follow-up to our popular show about currently av…

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Fratello Talks: Watch Case Materials 37:55

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In this week’s episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho, RJ, and Lex tackle the very foundation of our watches — the case materials. From trusty steel to precious gold, lightweight titanium, and futuristic ceramics, the trio dives into what distinguishes these materials, their unique features, and why they make a difference when wearing a watch every day. …

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Fratello On Air: Predicting The Fortunes Of Four Brands In Five Years 1:21:00

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Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air. This week, we try our hand at predicting the fortunes of four key watch brands. These makers all have great pieces in their lineups, yet we wonder if they have more in store to become absolute powerhouses. Or perhaps some of these companies will go in the opposite direction and become smaller with more…

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Fratello Talks: The Present And Future Of Watch Design 33:23

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Though people often focus on specs and price when talking about watches, we believe that design is just as important, if not more so. Today, on Fratello Talks, we're diving into the present and future of watch design. Nacho, Daan, and Thomas discuss current design-focused brands and the individual designers who put pen to paper and don't get nearly…

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Fratello Talks: Watches We'd Buy New At Three Price Points 35:23

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Hi there, and welcome to this week's episode of Fratello Talks. Today, we've decided to take on the challenge of selecting the watches we'd buy new at three price points. We start with the sub-€1k price segment, then jump to the sub-€5k, and end up selecting what we'd buy for €10k or less. No pre-owned or vintage watches are allowed; only the curre…

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Fratello Talks: Endgame Watches 27:36

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Is there such a thing as an endgame watch? It's not something we often consider. But just about two weeks ago, Henry wrote an article about his new Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, referring to it as the ultimate diver and his "endgame" watch. This got us thinking about what this would be for us, so today on Fratello Talks, Nacho, Daan, and Thomas talk abo…

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Fratello On Air: Currently Available Watches Offering The Best Value 1:15:05

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We're back with another episode of Fratello On Air. This week, we're tackling a timely subject (no pun intended). With prices up over the last five years, we discuss watches that offer the best value at various price points. Oh, but there's a caveat: the pieces we discuss are actually available. For the benefit of our listeners, our watch talk begi…

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Fratello Talks: Gerald Charles CEO Federico Ziviani [Live In Geneva] 24:40

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello Talks. This week, we come to you live from Geneva for a special conversation with Federico Ziviani, CEO of Gerald Charles. For those unfamiliar, Gerald Charles is the independent watch brand founded in 2000 by the late, great Gérald Genta. Today, under the stewardship of Ziviani, the brand carries forward…

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Fratello On Air: Watches And Cars In Geneva, Budapest, And London 1:12:22

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air. We've been on hiatus for the last month during the summer, but we're back in action! In this installment, we detail some of the places we've been and what we've seen. Cars and watches have been high on the list! Yes, it's been a while, but we're back together. This week's podcast is primarily abou…

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Fratello Talks: Trade To Upgrade — Is It Possible To Trade Your Way To Your Grail Watch? 32:10

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Everyone knows the story: you start with a paperclip and trade your way up to a house. Canadian blogger Kyle MacDonald made it happen in 2006 with his One Red Paperclip project. Could this principle, on a smaller scale, be applied to watches? Today on Fratello Talks, Nacho, Thomas, and RJ join to discuss the topic and share their experiences tradin…

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Fratello Talks: Geneva Watch Days 2025 Highlights [Live from Geneva] 32:22

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As Geneva Watch Days 2025 draws to a close, it's time to look back at some of our highlights from the fair. This bonus Fratello Talks episode was recorded on location at Piaget’s boutique in Geneva, where the team had the opportunity to experience Geneva Watch Days 2025 and all the novelties presented. Set against the backdrop of one of Switzerland…

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Fratello Talks: Different Ways To Approach Watches As A Hobby 28:06

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Have you ever wondered if you're approaching the watch hobby in the way that suits you best or if social media has influenced how you do so? Today, on Fratello Talks, we're following up on some of Thomas's recent thought pieces with a more formal discussion. There are nearly infinite ways to approach the watch hobby. Some can passionately focus on …

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Fratello Talks: Swatch Group Releases 2025 [Live From The Utrecht Watch Valley Event] 27:37

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Welcome to another on-location episode of Fratello Talks, this time from the Watch Valley event in Utrecht, where the Swatch Group unveiled its latest novelties for 2025. In attendance were Nacho, Daan, and RJ, keen to get a full preview of the year's releases from the brands present. The event was packed with exciting novelties from Hamilton, Tiss…

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Fratello Talks: The Experience of Visiting A Swiss Watch Manufacture 28:21

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Have you ever wanted to know what it’s like to enter the space where watches are made? These very real places remain an abstract thought to most people, as passionate as they may be about the time-telling objects on their wrists. You can read about them, see images and video, and hear all about them, but that only provides a two-dimensional view. A…

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Fratello Talks: Does Storytelling Still Sell Watches? 38:05

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This week, on Fratello Talks, RJ, Thomas, and Nacho are taking on a topic that’s as old as the watch industry itself: storytelling. For decades, brands have built emotional bridges to their customers with tales of adventure, endurance, and achievement. Think of the watches strapped to astronauts on lunar missions, divers exploring the ocean’s depth…

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Fratello On Air: The Watches For New Collectors Entering The Hobby 1:10:30

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air. This week, we answer a listener's question about the watches new collectors should consider when entering the hobby. It's a question that has been asked many times, but, frankly, it's been a while since we've tackled it. For our listeners, the watch talk begins after 23 minutes. Years ago, when we…

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S2: Ep: 18 | Timist Podcast Series | Feat. RJ Broer Founder Of Fratello Watches 1:05:25

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Welcome to season 2 episode 18 of the Timist Podcast Series - check out the show notes below: In this episode... RJ Broer walks us through how he got bit by the watch bug, how he sold his car to buy his first Speedmaster, and even how Fratello Watches came to be the multi-national media and watch powerhouse that we know today! He also brings us beh…

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Fratello Talks: The Best Chronographs Of 2025 (So Far) 30:32

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A couple of weeks ago, we discussed what we considered some of the best watches of 2025 overall. We realized that chronographs were somewhat underrepresented in that episode and couldn't let that fly. Today on Fratello Talks, we're discussing the best chronographs of 2025 (so far). You join Nacho, RJ, and Thomas in the studio, each of whom has sele…

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Fratello On Air: How The Watch Industry Can Reignite The Passions Of Collectors 53:38

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In the nearly 15 years since I began collecting watches in earnest, the watch industry has experienced significant growth. The last couple of years, however, have been a challenge. Inflation, geopolitical events, and other headwinds have now emerged. This has resulted in a tough market and high retail prices. So, what should brands do to reignite t…

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Fratello Talks: Watch Modding — Creative Expression or Horological Heresy? 27:47

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Watch modding is a topic close to many watch enthusiasts' hearts. It can also go from just a bit of fun to hugely controversial in the blink of an eye. In today's episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho, RJ, and Thomas dive into the topic, sharing their experiences with modding watches and highlighting some notable examples of both entry-level and high-en…

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S2: Ep: 17 | Timist Podcast Series | Feat. VJ Geronimo CEO Of Oris Americas 1:06:55

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Welcome to season 2 episode 17 of the Timist Podcast Series - check out the show notes below: In this episode... VJ walk us through on how Oris seeks to champion authenticity, innovation, and purpose in their work - from launching social clubs all over the world, to traveling all across the United States in purpose built Airstreams, to crafting wat…

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Fratello Talks: The Role Of Microbrands Today 31:06

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The concept of a microbrand is not new per se. Small independent watch brands were plentiful in the pre-quartz times. However, the term as we know it today has only been around in the watch world for the last two decades. Contemporary microbrands are a different beast altogether, and though they come in many shapes and sizes, one thing is certain: …

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Fratello Talks: The Best Watches Of 2025 So Far 48:12

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In case you haven't noticed, the first half of the year is already behind us. What better time to look back at some of the best watches of 2025 so far? That's precisely what RJ, Daan, and Nacho are doing on today's episode of Fratello Talks. The past six months have hosted hundreds of watch releases from as many brands, meaning the guys won't be ab…

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S2: Ep: 16 | Timist Podcast Series | Feat. Lisa Bridge CEO Of Ben Bridge 50:36

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Welcome to season 2 episode 16 of the Timist Podcast Series - check out the show notes below: In this special on location episode... Lisa Bridge and I dive into the world of watches discussing everything from how travel and various cultures have left an imprint on her, to how she decides which brands and projects to align with, like the recent Oris…

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Fratello Talks: Watch Brands And Sports 36:27

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Timekeeping is a key element in most sports disciplines, so it should come as no surprise that the world of horology has long-standing ties to sports. In today's episode of Fratello Talks, the guys look at that link and discuss the presence and influence of watch brands in sports. Nacho is joined by RJ and Lex, who run through some of their most me…

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Fratello On Air: The Biggest Myths And Misconceptions Of Watch Collecting 1:16:09

5M ago1:16:09

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! This week, we aim to debunk some of the most prevalent myths surrounding our beloved watch-collecting hobby. Some will be obvious, but some require some discussion. Enjoy the show! Misconceptions within the hobby have run rampant for as long as folks have been collecting watches. Therefore, it's t…

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Fratello Talks: The Best Watches Under €5,000 In 2025 41:02

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This week on Fratello Talks, we're looking at some of the best watches under €5,000 in 2025. The last time that Daan, Thomas, and Nacho discussed favorites was a few weeks ago. Back then, they discussed their favorites in the sub-€2.5k price bracket. Today, they're upping the ante and doubling the maximum price. This opens up their choice to countl…

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S2: Ep: 15 | Timist Podcast Series | Feat. Blake Rea From The Lonely Wrist 1:25:45

5M ago1:25:45

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Welcome to season 2 episode 15 of the Timist Podcast Series - check out the show notes below: Blake takes us inside his world, sharing what it’s like partnering with brands like Zenith, Junghans, and Doxa, and gives us a sneak peek at exciting new projects coming to his YouTube channel. We dive into his experiences interviewing industry heavyweight…

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Fratello Talks: Straum Watches And The New Straum × Fratello Jan Mayen Titanium With Co-Founder Øystein Husby 34:21

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Today on Fratello Talks, we are joined by special guest Øystein Husby, co-founder of Straum watches. RJ and Nacho sit down with him to talk all things Straum, including the brand's origins, meeting co-founder Lasse Farstad at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design, how their background in design and love for Norway's wild nature has inspired th…

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Fratello On Air: What Exactly Is A Summer Watch? 44:21

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! Please forgive us for the tardy release, but Balazs is traveling far away on the west coast of Canada. This week, we discuss the idea of a summer watch. Normally, this topic inspires lists of dive watches, but we take a slightly different track. Enjoy! If May and June are predictors, this summer i…

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Fratello Talks: Three Reasons Why You Should Buy A Hublot 26:33

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Hublot has gotten a pretty bad rap in recent times. The brand is often dismissed as the butt of online commentators' jokes, but we don't feel this is entirely fair, so in today's episode, we're looking at the other side of things. RJ, Thomas, and Nacho have each whipped up three reasons why you should buy a Hublot or, rather, why one might consider…

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Fratello On Air: Breaking Down A Flurry Of New Dive Watch Releases 1:09:27

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Welcome back to another episode of Fratello On Air! We've been away for a while, but we're here and talking about new releases. In particular, we're discussing the barrage of dive watch announcements from multiple brands. As always, expect candid commentary and a bit of fun! That's right — we're back! Over the last several weeks, we've been traveli…

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S2: Ep: 14 | Timist Podcast Series | Feat. James McVey From The Vamps 1:25:10

6M ago1:25:10

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Welcome to season 2 episode 14 of the Timist Podcast Series - check out the show notes below: We explore how watches found their way into James’ world—not just as accessories, but as meaningful storytellers. James opens up about his journey from being outside the watch world to becoming one of its most open and enthusiastic collectors. We also talk…

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Fratello Talks: Watch Styling For Enthusiasts 29:23

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Today on Fratello Talks, Nacho, Thomas, and Lex join forces to discuss the topic of watch styling for enthusiasts, sharing some of their thoughts, opinions, and methods. Though some people like to think of watches as functional objects, they are closer to fashion accessories in today's world. As much as that might sound like blasphemy to some, it's…

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Fratello Talks: Our Favorite Modern Rolex Daytonas 32:03

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Rolex only makes one chronograph, and it's called the Daytona. This has been a statement of fact since the first model bearing the name was created in 1963. Okay, fine; there's one notable exception, the Yacht-Master II. But we'll leave that as a topic for another day. Today on Fratello Talks, it's all about our favorite modern Rolex Daytonas! Nach…

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S2: Ep: 13 | Timist Podcast Series | Feat. Andrew Morgan PART 2 1:19:05

6M ago1:19:05

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Welcome to season 2 episode 13 of the Timist Podcast Series - check out the show notes below for this part 2 of a 2 part series: Andrew Morgan and I continue our conversation as we wrap up our time together talking about cars, music, and his previous role as a Civil Engineer. We also learn a bit more about what it’s like to be a well known and reco…

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#142 Rock-A-Feller Vintage Gold & Blantons Gold 50:47

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Episode #142. In this episode, we smoke the Vintage Gold Series by Rock-A Feller Cigars and pair it with Blanton’s Gold Addition. We have an interview with the owner of Rock-A Feller Cigars, Kevin Schweitzer. In “Ask Melissa” we dive into bartending and maybe some confusing sex science. We have cigar news and let's go streaking, plus more at www.th…