Episodes
Friend of the Pod, Yoni Ben-Yehuda, Head Of Watches at luxury retailer Material Good joins the Wrist Check Pod crew on the couch this week. Tune in as they dig into Yoni's earlier career and pivot into the watch world, his love of hip-hop and independent watch companies, his newly acquired vintage Yves Klein blue Audemars Piguet John Shaeffer Perpetual Calendar, and his thoughts on what's needed in the watch community. SUBSCRIBE on YT Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The...
Published 04/17/24
Published 04/17/24
Recorded live on instagram the evening of Tuesday, April 9th 2024, the WCP crew teams up with alumni Trevor Wynn of Pare Pare Podcast, and Mayor, sneaker collector, and member of Terror Squad to dicusss the latest releases, from Tudor, Rolex, Patek and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support
Published 04/11/24
Welcome to the latest episode of the Wrist Check Podcast! Join us as we delve into a captivating conversation with Adam Pating, a seasoned marketing and branding professional with a remarkable portfolio including stints with industry giants such as Jay Z at Ace Of Spades, IWC Watches, and currently Jacob & Co. Dive in as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of the luxury marketplace. Discover how brands can leverage cultural relevance to forge connections with new communities and...
Published 04/03/24
Guys are back for a brand new episode with a host of current events to tackle, including a watch review. In this episode the guys review the new Worn & Wound Formex collab they've each been wearing for the better part of the month, followed by covering the ongoing feud between Nico Leonard and rapper Rick Ross over a gem-set Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, the new Series 1 luxury timepiece by independent watch company Fleming, and finally Audemars Piguet's 2024 novelties. --- Support...
Published 03/20/24
In this episode, the WCP crew catches up with vintage watch dealer and Tik Tok content creator, Mike Nouveau after his return from the Miami Antique Beach Show. Join the discussion as they navigate Mike's start in the NYC music scene as a DJ, his transition into selling vintage timepieces utilizing social media and Tik Tok, and the resurgence of vintage Cartier watches. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support
Published 03/06/24
In this exclusive spotlight episode, the WCP hosts share an intimate conversation with David Carrington, a newcomer to the watch industry hailing from New York and the visionary behind The Compass Watch Company. Delve into David's captivating journey as he embarks on his venture into the world of timepieces, recounting the highs and lows of launching his independent and black owned Swiss Made watch company in the heart of the U.S. Through this insightful dialogue, gain valuable insights...
Published 02/22/24
"For The Love Of Watches" invites you into the vibrant world of watch enthusiasts, guided by the WCP collective during their visit to Atlanta, GA in October 2023. Joining forces with local club, The Atlanta Watch Society, and D.C.-based collective, Official CP Time, this documentary captures the essence of a dynamic watch meet-up. Through this captivating video diary, viewers gain exclusive access to the inception of WCP while navigating the evolving landscape of the watch community....
Published 02/14/24
In this episode, the WCP crew travels to Miami during Art Basel, connecting with Nore of Drink Champs to delve into the world of watch collecting. Join the discussion as they explore Nore's admiration for the collections of his peers and his process of consulting with influential figures like Jay Z, Mark Wahlberg, Pharrell Williams, and Kevin Hart before acquiring luxury timepieces. This episode is shot on location at the renowned Miami-based watch retailer, David SW. --- Support this...
Published 01/31/24
Celebrate the New Year with Wrist Check Pod as the trio makes a grand entrance into their 11th season. Join the hosts in an exciting episode that delves into a comprehensive review of the highs, the lows, and the downright unforgettable moments in the world of watches throughout 2023. Get ready to tune in and hear their candid discussions covering everything from personal purchases to their top picks for watches of the year, along with a sprinkle of unexpected and intriguing opinions. It's a...
Published 01/17/24
In this short video clip Perri and Rashawn of Wrist Check Podcast review the Sovrygn Calendar watch, from a Sovrygn watch company an independent micro brand coming to us all the way from Ottawa, Canada. Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available https://www.wristcheckpod.com/product-page/wcp-x-wolf-official-watch-roll Follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/wristcheckpod Shop Sovrygn Watches https://sovrygnwatches.com/ --- Support this...
Published 01/13/24
In this short video clip Perri and Rashawn of Wrist Check Podcast review a new independent watch company and micro brand coming to us all the way from Dubai, with a number of really cool and environmentally impactful initiatives tied to it. Check out our review of Magana Watches now. Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available https://www.wristcheckpod.com/product-page/wcp-x-wolf-official-watch-roll Follow us on instagram...
Published 01/04/24
For the final episode of the year the guys sit down with the man himself, Mr. Ben Clymer, The Founder of Hodinkee. Tune in as the WCP crew navigate through Ben's story, the figures who've played a major role in his career, his return to Switzerland to serve as a judge for GPHG, and the future of Hodinkee. This is one you don't want to miss. Wishing you all a Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support
Published 12/20/23
In this episode the trio is united for a conversation with one of their early supporters, American Entrepreneur, Tristan Walker of The Walker Company, and founder of mens grooming company Bevel. Watch and listen as they discuss Tristan's specific focus on collecting vintage Cartier time pieces, in addition to his background story, including his vision and hopes for the future of the watch industry. This episode is brought to you by the Sovrygn Watch Company. Visit Sovrygnwatches.com and use...
Published 12/06/23
In this episode, Perri and Rashawn are paid a visit by a long time supporter and subscriber, watch and car collector Trevor Wynn from sunny Los Angeles for an amazing discussion highlighting their passion for vintage, storytelling, and the growing popularity of watches. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support
Published 11/23/23
In this latest episode Perri and Rashawn travel down to Atlanta, Georgia to catch up with founder of the Atlanta Watch Society, Giancarlo Rosselli. Fresh off the heels of collaborating with him on a watch meet, they sit down and discuss his introduction to watches via his grandfather, moving from New York to Atlanta, and the watch collective he founded shortly thereafter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support
Published 11/08/23
The guys get together to link up with Official CP Time, Atlanta Watch Society, and Grey Marker Dealer DJ Allen from Watch Your Wrist and past WCP Alum Renaldo Nehemiah. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support
Published 10/26/23
In their most recent gathering Perri and Ben get they're pal Zach Blass, editor at Time and Tide to sit down on the couch and divulge a little on himself. Speaking about his start in watches with retailer and jewelry maker Piaget, to becoming a watch journalist, and the Blancpain swatch fiasco.
Published 10/18/23
In this episode the trio links up all wearing dive watches of some sort, to discuss a few of the latest releases which all happen to be all dive watches. NOT PLANNED! Including a first impression review of the new Blancpain Fifty-Fathoms Bio-Ceramic Swatch, tune in!
Published 10/04/23
The WCP crew returns with all three amigos talking about their intial reactions to the Blancpain Swatch Release, Perri's visit to the AP house to see the latest in Audemars Piguet novelties, and a discussion about gatekeepers in the vintage dealing community.
Published 09/20/23
Perri and Rashawn return for Episode 64 with guest co-host Jason Gong of Complecto sitting in for Ben this week. The guys catch up, and talk new moon swatch and Audemars Piguet release, in addition to the recent news of Rolex acquiring Bucherer. This all followed by a special announcement towards the end about WCP's first commercial product in collaboration with WOLF. Tune in!
Published 08/30/23
In this installment, the guys gather to talk new watch releases from Grand Seiko, Adam Levine and his Hodinkee "Talking Watches" episode, and finally Jay Z's vintage watch buying spree.
Published 08/23/23
In this episode Perri and Ben sit down with Violinist and watch collector Hafez Taghavi, discussing how his accomplishments and his approach to his profession and have influenced his personal collecting style and habits. Hafez brings with him this episode a wide variety of watches he's accumulated, ranging from Patek to Zelos, and even a piece he's inherited from his late father.
Published 08/16/23
This week the guys get together for a roundtable discussion covering topics chosen by the audience. Starting with the somewhat controversial "entry level" watch release the Louis Vuitton Tambour, moving on to the best of only watch, followed by the Patek lawsuit involving an authorized dealer and a customer, and finally aftermarket dials and super fakes. Shout out to our supporters, hit the jump and enjoy.
Published 07/12/23
For the 60th episode of WCP the guys sit down with Solomon Sobande, a behind the scenes music industry entrepreneur and avid watch enthusiast. He is the Founder and CEO of Sounds Music Group, the company behind the late music artist XXXTentacion. Tap in as we listen to him talk us through his journey to success, his love of the Royal Oak and Gerald Genta's designs, in addition to the other trophies and jewels he's picked up along the way. For more Wrist Check Pod follow us on instagram...
Published 07/05/23