Discovering Time
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratings"Discovering Time: Stories from a collector community” takes readers on a humorous, unusual and illuminating look into the global subculture of watch collecting. It shares a series of themed short-stories that breathes intimate perspective into a relatively clandestine and fiercely loyal community. At the heart of these stories, readers will be exposed to the phenomenon of “watch meet-ups” where complete strangers from all over the world gather to share their interest in timepieces, which often evolve into lifelong friendships. From local dive bars to exclusive exotic locations, socioeconomic barriers are cast aside and friendships forged, all in the mutual love of horology.
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Narcotics and Goblins, Oh My!
September 28, 2019 01:59 - 5 minutes - 4.54 MBA highly inappropriate real-life tail as told by @YG_Watches (real name, Yousif) Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice rev...
Part 4 - Epilogue
September 28, 2019 01:49 - 6 minutes - 4.9 MBTwo more SHORT short stories that will tug at the old heart strings. One is called "Finding a Cure: #TypeNone; it comes from the mind and heart of @ThePitchingWedge, formerly known as the @BalancedWheel. The other is called "Brotherhood of the Traveling Watch, which is the story of 6 watch fam friends and a specific watch that's making its way around the world. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especia...
Enjoy What You Have (@BZabodyn214 Interview)
September 28, 2019 01:17 - 15 minutes - 12.5 MBA wide ranging conversation with my dear friend Brandon (@BZabodyn214). He's a Texas boy with a watch collecting obsession. We discuss the evolution of his collecting journey, how he's embraced the Watch Fam and cover his least favorite question to receive from beginners. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked wha...
Honey, Can We Have a Horological Ménage à Trois?
September 28, 2019 01:11 - 13 minutes - 10.4 MBFor those out there looking for advice as to how best to ask your significant for the green light to buy a time piece of your dreams. Here's the ultimate playbook to help you get there. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm re...
Watch Buying Guide for Beginners
September 27, 2019 17:38 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBAn introductory look on the fundamentals of watch buying and things to look out for. Also in this section is a summary of my top 10 favorite watch brands and a Watch Inspiration on a budget guide for those looking for some inspiration. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support m...
The Importance of Family & Mean Girls (@BoardRoomBaller Interview)
September 27, 2019 17:25 - 6 minutes - 4.9 MBA wonderful chat with my buddy Tanmay (@BoardRoomBaller). We talk about his recent foray into watch collecting and his transition into the Watch Fam. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast...
Part 3 - Joining The Watch Fam
September 27, 2019 17:18 - 10 minutes - 8.3 MBShares steps and key tips to help assimilate yourself into the Watch Fam Community. There are groups all over the world; Red Bar being the largest and most organized one to date. Every group and region has a different vibe, so be sure to practice the ONE rule that's a prerequisite to join the Watch Fam. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust ...
Sun-Filled Daytona
September 27, 2019 16:51 - 16 minutes - 13.1 MBThe epic tail of my journey to pick up a special watch, which ended up becoming even more important as a result of an unexpected family incident. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. Bu...
Tequila is Terrible (@LouieMadeIt Interview)
September 27, 2019 16:43 - 11 minutes - 9.07 MBA lovely conversation with my dear friend, Louie (@LouieMadeIt). We talk about his Watch Fam journey, but we mostly discuss one of the greatest watch fam meet ups, ever! Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discov...
Captain Fantastic
September 27, 2019 16:36 - 9 minutes - 7.99 MBA wild story where I got my Sherlock Holmes on to figure out who someone on Instagram was. Turns out, he was much closer than I expected. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. Buy a p...
A Chance Encounter with Grandpa
September 27, 2019 16:29 - 10 minutes - 8.12 MBA meet up in NYC with a Watch Fam friend leads to us meeting Grandpa. It started out innocently enough, but then things changed. Turns out, grandpa was kind of a big deal. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The D...
Clown School & Murder (@RicoSuaveBolla Interview)
September 27, 2019 16:23 - 11 minutes - 8.99 MBA wildly entertaining conversation with Richard (@RicoSuaveBolla). We talk about his life, social media, his short story and a wonderful Watch Fam meet up experience he had in Italy. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm revie...
Boyz Night Out
September 27, 2019 16:14 - 9 minutes - 7.28 MBAn epic Watch Fam tail surrounding celebrity, music, guitars and a band that shaped my youth. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe le...
A Sombrero Wearing Chihuahua
September 27, 2019 16:05 - 9 minutes - 7.3 MB@RicoSuaveBollo tells of his Instagram journey and introduction into the Watch Fam. It all started with a sombrero wearing chihuahua. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. Buy a physi...
I Have a Very Particular Set of Skills (@KickToc Interview)
September 27, 2019 15:59 - 8 minutes - 6.85 MBA lovely conversation my dear friend, Brett (@KickToc). We discuss his Watch Fam journey, Head 2 Head Copy Cat, his philosophy on collecting and why he's got a very special set of skills. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm ...
Happy Copycats
September 27, 2019 15:48 - 10 minutes - 8.26 MBAn educational and playful look at hashtags in the Watch Community. It also delves into the weekly Watch Fam phenomenon of Head to Head Copy Cat. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. B...
Baselworld: The Cancun Spring Break Equivalent for Watch Nerds
September 27, 2019 15:42 - 10 minutes - 8.16 MBInsights into Baselworld and my first hand experience from when I attended. For those that don't know, Baselworld is the world's foremost trade show for watches, jewellery, precious stones and related industries. It interconnects the industry’s top brands, the most influential media and the world’s most important buyers, which are some of the biggest nerds out there. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, e...
Cool as Ice (@Ski.Ko.Ku Interview)
September 27, 2019 14:17 - 12 minutes - 9.88 MBA brilliant conversation with Big-D (@Shi.Ko.Ku). We discuss his watch fam journey, collecting and the hard life lesson's of getting your ass kicked on the playground. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discov...
The Curious Incident Of The Mysterious Package In The Night
September 27, 2019 14:06 - 10 minutes - 8.67 MBWhat do you give a man that has everything? How about something that threatens his life and that of his family? Arguably THE greatest Watch Fam gift giving experiment of all time. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review ...
Surreal Perfection
September 27, 2019 13:58 - 13 minutes - 10.7 MBDelves into the life and experiences of one of the most well-travelled people I know in the Watch Fam. He goes by Big-D (@Shi.Ko.Ku) and embodies what the REAL most interesting man in the world should look like. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the foll...
Crushing a Father's Dreams (@WiseWatch Interview)
September 27, 2019 13:48 - 16 minutes - 13.3 MBInterview with my Canadian friend, Bobby (@WiseWatch). We discuss a once in a life time experience we were fortunate enough to share together. We also cover a bunch of other watch related topics. Oh, yeah...I also break his heart after speaking with his young daughter. I kind of feel bad, but not really. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting ...
A Tribe of Generosity
September 27, 2019 13:35 - 9 minutes - 7.47 MBExplores the fundamentally generous nature of the people that make up the "Watch Fam". Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a ...
A Future Man of Substance
September 27, 2019 13:29 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MBA new father's hopes, dreams and aspirations for a newcomer to a cold hard world. Only makes sense to buy a new watch to commemorate the moment. What watch makes the most sense though? This story explores the journey and sets the stage for a gift that will eventually be bestowed upon a future man of substance. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collec...
The Creative Process: Chess vs. Checkers (@ShawnDosSantos Interview)
September 26, 2019 22:53 - 6 minutes - 5.52 MBHere I am having a conversation with Shawn Dos Santos (@ShawnDosSantos). He's a world-class creative and also my cousin. He offered me a lot of creative inspiration throughout my book journey, especially when it came to the book cover and audio book. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and wan...
A Heavy Heart Seeks Solidarity
September 26, 2019 22:30 - 8 minutes - 7.13 MBDelves into one of the darker periods of my life and how the Watch Fam rallied to guide me through to better days. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast 2. Buy a physical copy of my book ...
A View From The Top
September 26, 2019 21:18 - 10 minutes - 8.3 MBCovers a family trip to meet-up with @MrGreenCertified and the entire @DubaiWatchClub. Fine-dining, beautiful company, drinks, cigars, and a spectacular view from the tallest building in the world, which was located in the most over-achieving city I've ever been to, Dubai. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what ...
Partying with Legends (@PracticalWatch Interview)
September 26, 2019 20:53 - 13 minutes - 10.6 MBAn off the cuff 1 on 1 discussion with Chris (@PracticalWatch). We talk about how our relationship developed through the Watch Fam. We then get deeper into the Doubling Down experience and goes on to share a special story that he experienced with a dearly departed watch fam member, @Wristi Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. ...
Doubling Down
September 26, 2019 20:50 - 12 minutes - 9.88 MBA short story that encompasses an unexpected weekend getaway to Aruba. The twist? It was with two other Watch Fam friends that I had only recently met. High jinks, debauchery and G-Shocks ensue. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave ...
A Brave New World
September 26, 2019 20:48 - 8 minutes - 6.83 MBDelves into my very FIRST watch meet up. It was new, exciting and terrifying at the same time. Ultimately, it was amazing and the beginning of my watch fam journey. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Discover...
The Rage-filled Murder of a PT Cruiser (@JamesLamdin & AlxLubin Interview)
September 26, 2019 20:46 - 11 minutes - 8.97 MBI sit down to have an alcohol infused discussion with James Lamdin and Alex Lubin at Analog Shift Headquarters in New York City. We discuss the history of the watch industry, the evolution of the watch fam and a bachelor party of epic proportions. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want ...
Part 1 (It all starts HERE)
September 26, 2019 18:24 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBPart 1 is comprised of the Author's note, Foreword and Background & Basics to set context of the world illustrated by Discovering Time: Stories from a collector community. Special Favor: My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following: 1. Leave a warm review on The Disco...