Best Independent Watchmaking Podcasts (2025)

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The Deep Track, Ep. 78 - Geneva Watch Days, Independent Watchmaking, & More with Asher Rapkin 56:35

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Send us a text This week, Asher Rapkin returns to the show to talk about all things Geneva Watch Days, and independent watchmaking. Asher is the co-founder of Collective Horology, and co-host of the Openworked podcast. Collective Horology is an independently owned retailer that deals exclusively with independent watch brands, from Ming and Fears, t…

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Veterans, Valor, and Timepieces: The Anti-Watch Watch Club Story 1:13:57

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What happens when watch enthusiasm meets a passion for service? The Anti-Watch Watch Club (AWWC) is redefining what a watch community can accomplish by focusing on those who protect us every day. Cody Fite, Head of Business Development at AWWC and 20-year Army veteran, takes us inside this unique nonprofit founded by veterans and first responders w…

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Giorgio Armani’s Impact on the Fashion Industry 21:42

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One of the world’s most famous fashion designers Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91. Also a renowned businessman, the pioneering Italian designer was credited with reimagining men’s and women’s suits for a modern audience. He dressed some of the biggest stars in music and Hollywood and his company Armani expanded into beauty, fragrance, music…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 77 - F1 Present & Future with Wesley Smith 1:02:51

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Send us a text This week, Wesley Smith returns to the podcast to take an overview of the current Formula 1 season coming out of the summer break. It’s been McLaren’s season thus far, but there’s a lot of highly competitive action throughout the tight midfield. We talk about all of it, including the rookies, the changes we’d like to see in the cars,…

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Independent Thinking - Manuel Emch (@kollokium & @louiserardofficial) 1:24:21

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In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus (⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠) sit down with Manuel Emch (@emchtagram), the visionary behind many contemporary watchmaking innovations, spearheading @kollokium and @louiserardofficial. The conversation traverses Manuel’s il…

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From Australia to the World: Building Panzera Watches with Andrew Herman 1:15:46

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What happens when two Australian watch enthusiasts decide to challenge the status quo of luxury timepieces? Andrew Herman, co-founder of Panzera Watches, reveals the remarkable journey of building a global watch brand that's sold 300,000 watches across 100 countries without traditional retail channels. Founded in 2009 with partner Roger Cooper, Pan…

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Ep #62: A Decade In The Independent Watch World: The Limited Edition Turns 10 with Pietro Tomajer 59:51

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Welcome back to your favourite watch-related podcast! This is a very special episode where we are joined by Pietro Tomajer of The Limited Edition (first seen in Episode 13) whose pioneering independent and artisan watch platform is celebrating its 10th birthday. We take a deep dive into the challenges Pietro met to become the first major retailer f…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 76 - Christopher Ward, Albishorn, & Hat Collecting 1:03:30

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Send us a text This week, producer Josh and I chat about a variety of new releases from the week from the likes of Christopher Ward, Albishorn, and more. Josh, who runs the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio, has a new project cooking that will focus on his collecting habits around hats, watches, and sneakers. We talk about collecting hats, and what the en…

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Independent Thinking – with Tom van Wijlick of CDMLEC, the group which has revived Airain and LeBois & Co. and more … 1:00:39

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In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Adam (@mediumwatch) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) talk to Tom van Wijlick, founder of CDMLEC, the group which has brought @airain and @leboisandco back to a splendid life. After we (as everybody else currently does) discuss about tariffs (but featuring the inside view of a supplier of…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 75 - Photography, Gear & More with Troy Barmore 54:48

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Send us a text This week, we welcome Troy Barmore to the podcast. Troy is an exceptional photographer and media personality, as well as a veteran of the luxury product space. In this episode, we talk about Aspen Watch Week and Troy’s experiences photographing the event, the art and challenges of photography, and perhaps most importantly, the why of…

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The Watch Journey: Chrono Girl Life Talks Collecting and Content 1:16:13

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What transforms a casual watch observer into a passionate enthusiast with a collection of over 35 timepieces? For Anna of Chrono Girl Life, it began with simple curiosity about her partner's hobby and evolved into a rich journey of discovery, creation, and community. In this revealing conversation, Anna shares how her initial skepticism about watch…

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Independent Thinking - @Belchengruppe; point blank without bells or whistles 59:34

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In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Adam (@mediumwatch) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) talk to Christoph Schnee, founder of Belchengruppe (@belchengruppe). We don't just talk about watches in general and those of the Belchengruppe, we take a broad look at watch and font design and design as a whole, the openmovement idea…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 74 - Finding Style with Justin Hast 51:07

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Send us a text This week I’m thrilled to welcome Justin Hast to the podcast. Justin is a prolific content creator and something of a style influencer with a wonderfully refined, if chaotic approach to watches. Justin is the co-host and co-founder of The Enthusiasts along with friend Stephen Pulvirent. In this episode, we talk about Justin's history…

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Episode 261- Guess Who’s in Feedspot’s Top 45 Watch Podcasts? 4:49

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In this episode, Amit shares some exciting news — his podcast has been named one of Feedspot’s Top 45 Watch Podcasts in the World! He talks about what this recognition means, the journey that got him here, and the role you, the listeners, have played in making it happen. Along the way, we’ll reflect on some memorable moments, the lessons learned, a…

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Independent Thinking - @Albishorn_Watches; Creativity and Imaginary Vintage 1:12:09

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In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠@FifthWrist⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus (⁠@tapir_ffm⁠) interview Dr Sébastien Chaulmontet - proprietor of Albishorn Watches (@albishorn_watches), book author and a multifaceted expert in horology, chronographs and movement design. Our discussion explore…

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Episode 260-Swiss Watch Tariffs Hit 39% + MoonSwatch’s One-Day-Only Release 11:42

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In this episode, Amit dives into two major stories shaking up the watch world. First, he breaks down the newly imposed 39% tariffs on Swiss watches entering the U.S., explaining what it means for collectors, retailers, and the industry at large. Then, he shifts gears to the highly anticipated Swatch x Omega Mission to Earthphase “Moonshine Gold”, a…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 73 - Video Games, Time Mechanics, & More with Liam O'Donnell 1:00:30

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Send us a text This week we welcome Liam O'Donnell to the podcast to chat about tech, video games, time mechanics and more. Liam is a veteran of the watch industry and experienced photographer and videographer, and he also happens to be very tech savvy. In this episode, we talk about the video game industry, what it could learn from the watch indus…

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Ep #61: British Watchmakers’ Day - Future Plans, Upping Your Game & Why It’s A Family Affair with Katya and Alistair Audsley 1:12:49

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Join the CP7 Boys as we step into the resurgent world of British horology with none other than Katya and Alistair Audsley, the PR & Memberships Manager and the CEO, respectively, of The British Watch & Clock Makers Alliance. Get the behind-the-scenes scoop as we share an insider's account on the phenomenal British Watchmakers' Day, which was in its…

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Skyler Santana: What Your Favorite Watch Creators Won't Tell You 1:20:53

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Two passionate watch content creators pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes in the watch industry, revealing truths that most enthusiasts never hear about. Blake and Skyler Santana engage in a refreshingly candid conversation about the ethical tightrope walk of working with watch brands while maintaining authenticity. "I'm …

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Episode 259- From Obscure to Iconic: How Luxury Watches Took Over Pop Culture! 15:19

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In this episode, Amit explores how quickly this shift happened, what it means for collectors and enthusiasts, and the not-so-glamorous downside of everyone knowing what’s on your wrist. Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee is for his time. However, if you purchase a watch through Am…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 72 - Vintage Cars, A New Zeitwerk & More with Wilhelm Schmid 50:50

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Send us a text This week, Wesley Smith joins the podcast to chat with Wilhelm Schmid, the CEO of A. Lange & Söhne. This weekend marks the second edition of the Concours of Elengace Germany, and A. Lange & Söhne continues their partnership with the event in a celebration of the cars, and of course, watches. The German brand is releasing a new Zeitwe…

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After losing his memory, Rob Spencer discovered what time really means. 1:25:07

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What happens when your entire life is erased in an instant? At 23, Robert Spencer survived a catastrophic accident that left him with total amnesia - wiping away every memory from birth until that moment. This devastating experience gave him a profoundly unique relationship with time that most of us will never understand. In this riveting conversat…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 71 - The Future of the FXD, Omega Goes Orange, & More with Justin Couture 53:15

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Send us a text This week, Justin Couture, aka The Wristorian returns to the podcast to discuss new dive watch releases, and to ponder the future of Tudor divers. In this episode, we discuss the FXD GMT, and take a broader view of how the FXD collection as a whole moved forward from here. Additionally, we look at the new Seamaster 300M with orange a…

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Episode 258- Why I would rather wear a s/s Omega Speedmaster w/ white lacquer dial vs a s/s Rolex Daytona white dial with/ceramic bezel 9:14

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In this episode, Amit discusses why he would rather wear a s/s Omega Speedmaster w/ white lacquer dial vs a s/s Rolex Daytona white dial with/ceramic bezel. To see Amit's review of the Omega Speedmaster w/ white lacquer dial, click here. Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee is for h…

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Independent Thinking - @Alexander_Shorokhoff - An Artistic Voyage Through Horology 47:54

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In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) interview Inga Duffy-Shorokhova, Director of Marketing (and daughter of the brand's creator) from Alexander Shorokhoff watches (@alexander_shorokhoff). We delve into the history and unique journey of the …

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Ep #60: 60th Episode Patek Philippe Watch Collecting Marathon with John Reardon & Tania Edwards from Collectability 1:27:36

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Join the CP7 boys on our landmark 60th episode as we delve into the world of collecting Patek Philippe watches, and what better way to celebrate 60 episodes than to invite John and Tania from the incredible Collectability Podcast onto our show. The Collectability Podcast is a treasure trove for watch enthusiasts, especially those captivated by the …

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Minutes and Hours: Rich Park on Building a Nationwide Watch Show 1:03:06

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From overcrowding a restaurant to hosting 60+ prestigious watch brands across America, Rich Park's journey building Minutes and Hours represents something extraordinary in the world of horology – a genuine commitment to community. The spark ignited in 2019 when what was supposed to be a small gathering of watch enthusiasts literally burst at the se…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 70 - Watch Miss GMT 48:01

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Send us a text This week, we welcome Erika, aka Watch Miss GMT to the podcast to chat about watches, cars, and news from the industry. We also talk about what makes a watch comfortable beyond just a set of measurements, and how we like to put our watches to use. This episode was recorded in Brooklyn Podcast Studios, and features a video component t…

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Episode 257- Candid review of the Tag Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph 12:14

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In this episode, Amit dives into the all-new TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph, breaking down why this exciting release is capturing so much attention. He also takes you behind the scenes of his early days in luxury retail, sharing stories about selling the original TAG Heuer Formula 1 in the early ’90s. Drawing on years of firsthand experience, Amit …

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Independent Thinking - @Yandretti, unique watches and broad horological tastes 1:36:07

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In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for@FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) is joined by Yan (@Yandretti), a passionate watch collector from New York, known for his diverse and unique collection. The discussion dives into the world of independent watchmaking, spotlighting diverse makers like Fernando Ronz…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 69 - F1 The Movie with Wesley Smith 56:17

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Send us a text In this episode, we're joined by Wesley Smith of Standard H to talk about Joseph Kosinski's F1 The Movie. The movie launches worldwide this weekend and here, we offer our initial reactions about what works, what doesn't and where it might from here. There's plenty of great watch spotting along the way. Show Notes: Standard H Patrick …

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The Timist: How James Bachici's Journey in Watches turned into a Voice for the Community. 2:09:14

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What begins as a chance friendship forged through watch enthusiasm unfolds into one of the most illuminating conversations about why we truly collect timepieces. James Bachici (The Timist) shares his remarkable journey from a 15-year-old boy mesmerized by a Citizen Blue Angels watch to becoming a respected voice in the watch community and creator o…

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Ep #59: Our Favourite Geezer Watches - CP7 Unplugged 1:15:42

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What is a geezer watch? The watch a garish, flashy and smooth-talking cockney “Jack The Lad” from Old London Town would wear? Or the watch for a well-heeled silver fox man of a certain age with style, wisdom and a hankering for watches from the precious-metal and slightly outlandish design obsessed decades, the 1970s and 1980s? Join us as we talk a…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 68 - Hairsprings, Formula 1, & History with Ed Meylan of H. Moser 35:54

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Send us a text This week we welcome the CEO of H. Moser, Ed Meylan to the podcast. H. Moser has been a fascinating brand to follow in recent years as one of the few historic Swiss watch brands that seems to march to their own beat. In this episode, we chat about how the brand has evolved and matured over the past decade, the impact of the Streamlin…

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From Wrist Check Pod to Super Niche: Building a Watch Media Empire with Rashawn Smith 1:39:51

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What happens when watch passion evolves from personal obsession to global media movement? Rashawn Smith, half of the creative force behind Super Niche Studios and co-host of Wrist Check Pod, reveals the extraordinary journey that transformed casual watch conversations into a multimedia platform reshaping how enthusiasts engage with horology. In thi…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 67 - Omega Enters a New Generation of Bond, Aqualand Turns 40, & More 18:12

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Send us a text This week, we're getting a first look at a new generation of James Bond, but not where you might expect. A new video gamed called 007 First Light has been announced, offering a fresh origin story of our favorite British spy, and a new watch from Omega featured heavily in the trailer. In other news, the Citizen Aqualand turns 40 in st…

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Ep #58: Norqain Watches, Challenging The Industry & Time For An Ice Cream with Toby Küffer of Norqain Watches 43:02

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Welcome back to your favourite watch-related podcast! We’ve had an unplanned break but we are back and raring to go, and what a show to come back with. It’s summertime and we have the perfect guest and watch drop for you in this very special episode. The CP7 Boys are delighted to be joined by Toby Küffer, the über cool and engaging Vice President o…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 66 - Robert-Jan Broer of Fratello Watches 58:04

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Send us a text This week, Robert-Jan Broer joins the podcast to chat Omega, Speedy Tuesday, and the state of the industry as a whole. RJ is the founder of Netherlands based media outlet, Fratello Watches, and the instigator of #SpeedyTuesday. Here, talk about the first two SpeedyTuesday Speedmaster collaborations, the prospect of a third, and much …

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The Wrist Chick: A Fresh Female Voice in Watches 1:29:52

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The watch industry has long been dominated by male voices, but The Wrist Chick is changing that narrative with her refreshing approach to horological enthusiasm. In this captivating conversation, we explore how a Hamilton Khaki Field watch sparked a collecting journey that has transformed into a rapidly growing social media presence in just six mon…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 65 - New Releases from Omega, Serica, & Girard-Perregaux 23:03

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Send us a text This week is a solo cast with a closer look at new releases from Omega, Serica, and Girard-Perregaux. Also discussed is the funky awesome Seiko 5H23-6030 that was recently reviewed on The Deep Track. Show Notes: Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 Seiko 5H23-6030 Cribbage Omega Railmaster Serica 5303 PLD Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver Episode 15 wi…

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Independent Spirit: Exploring Obscure Watch Collecting with Yandretti 1:31:56

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What happens when a collector deliberately ventures beyond the comfort zone of familiar luxury brands? Yandretti, known for his eclectic collection of independent and micro-brand watches, takes us deep into the world of horological obscurity where conversation-starting timepieces reign supreme. This fascinating conversation traces Yan's evolution a…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 64 - Goodwood, Miami GP, & more with Wesley Smith 1:05:32

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Send us a text This week, Wesley Smith and I recap our recent travels with IWC to Goodwood outside of London, and the Miami GP outside of, well, Miami. We chat watch spotting, new releases (and some old ones) from IWC, and of course, race cars. These trips held a few surprises even for us, which we share our experiences around. If you're interested…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 63 - Cars & Watches with Eddie Alterman 1:00:18

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Send us a text This week, the show welcomes automotive media veteran Eddie Alterman to chat about cars, the automotive industry, and watches. Eddie served as the Editor in Chief of Car & Driver for 10 years, and now finds himself leading automotive editorial for Hearst, overseeing properties like Car & Driver, Road & Track, Motortrend, Hot Rod, Aut…

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The European Gang Talkes Watches #10: the hitters and the shitters of the spring events in Geneva 25 (Watches and Wonders and more (no Rolex content)) 1:41:10

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Today the "modified" Fifth Wrist European Gang talks about four hitters and four shitters of the new watches of the Watches and Wonders and the surrounding events. Huge love goes out to Benoît aka @petitsecondes Shoutout to Jon Woods aka @jonthewatch Hitters: Phil (@pippy): https://angelus-watches.com/collections/la-fabrique/chronographe-telemetre-…

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Georgia Benjamin: How Watches Became Part of Her Creative Identity 1:14:54

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Step into the world of intentional watch collecting with Georgia Benjamin, a creative director whose approach to horology blends design thinking with emotional resonance. This conversation delves deep into what makes a watch collection personally meaningful beyond brand names and price tags. Georgia shares her journey from first acquiring an Omega …

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Ep #57: 1970s Sports Cars, Christopher Nolan & Creative Watches with Thibaut Guittard of ALTO Watches 46:26

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Join us in our latest episode as we talk to creative watch visionary, formerly of Audemars Piguet, Thibaut GUITTARD, the founder of ALTO Watches. Hear about how this young French, risk-taking entrepreneur has taken the watch world by storm with his uniquely designed ALTO ART 01. We find out why his inspirations were wedge shaped sports cars from th…

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The Deep Track, Ep. 62 - Impressions of the Pelagos Ultra with Justin Couture 56:07

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Send us a text This week, Justin Couture, aka the Wristorian returns to the podcast to discuss all things Tudor dive watches after Watches & Wonders 2025. The new Pelagos Ultra has been on the wrist, and we discuss our impressions of the watch, and just how it fits into Tudor's expansive dive watch catalog, as well as where it might go from here. S…

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Independent Thinking - Thomas Brechtel @WatchesAndWords (Writer, Photographer & Skateboarder) 1:44:36

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In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for@FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)and Claus (⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠) speak with Thomas Brechtel (@watchesandwords) - horological author, photographer and skateboarder! We delve into Thomas's extensive knowledge in horology,covering his background in scientific writing, his p…

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Ep #56: Watches & Wonders 2025: The Review Show 1:32:04

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We’re back from Watches & Wonders 2025 and the boys have lots to tell on their second visit to the greatest watch show on earth. Rather than go through all the usual releases we thought we’d tell the tale of our trip and the story of our experiences, likes, dislikes and of course the best of the novelties we saw at Palexpo in Geneva and beyond. So …

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When Functionality Meets Legacy: Jan Edöcs on DOXA's Resurgence 1:05:09

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Beneath the surface of every iconic watch brand lies a philosophy that defines its approach to design, value, and market positioning. For Doxa, that philosophy remains refreshingly clear: stay true to your origins, deliver exceptional value, and never compromise on functionality. In this candid conversation with Doxa CEO Jan Edöcs, we explore how t…