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Listen to host André Brathwaite share voice notes on what he's found online: spaces worth stepping into and experiencing your hobby in person. Some are open to all, some are members-only, all are built by brands that extend beyond the products they make. Any hobbyist can get featured on a future episode! Send in a voice note of a space you recently stepped into, built by a brand that extends beyond the products they make. Here’s Andre’s whatsapp - https://wa.me/17869414847 Forms of Recreation is a guide to captivating spaces by brands that extend beyond the products they make, for people who care about where they do their hobbies. Explore more at formsofrecreation.com ______ The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of Forms of Recreation and do not necessarily reflect the views of any brand mentioned. We encourage you to check their corresponding websites for further information.</

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  1. #70. Clear Boundaries → The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Working Remotely.

    Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on the good, the bad, and the ugly of working remotely, and where does recreation fit in. _____ Forms of Recreation has designed one simple employee benefit for companies with distributed teams or...

  2. #69. Where’s The Off Switch → Does Work Always Have to Be on Our Minds?

    Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on having a life outside of work through recreation. _____ Forms of Recreation has designed one simple employee benefit for companies with distributed teams or remote workers: OOO REC, an…

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  3. #68. Retirement → It Could Be Your End or Your Beginning. Your Choice.

    Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on reimagining retirement through recreation _____ Forms of Recreation is a guide to captivating spaces by brands that extend beyond the products they make, for people who care about where they do...

  4. #67. Andre’s Travel Notes → Barbados, Part 2

    You’ve probably heard of Barbados, a small island in the Caribbean. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a country travelers can visit and experience what it has to offer. In Part 2, he shares some of the different recreational...

  5. #66. Andre’s Travel Notes → Barbados, Part 1

    You’ve probably heard of Barbados, a small island in the Caribbean. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a country travelers can visit and experience what it has to offer. In Part 1, he shares how centenarians are celebrated in...

  6. #65. Andre’s Research Notes → Yonex® Center, Belgium

    You’ve probably heard of Yonex, a badminton racket manufacturer founded in Japan in 1946. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for badminton players to step into and go beyond the products Yonex makes. _____ Forms of…

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  7. #64. Andre’s Research Notes → Fujifilm® House of Photography

    You’ve probably heard of Fujifilm, a camera and film manufacturer founded in Japan in 1934. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for photographers to step into and go beyond the products Fujifilm makes. _____ Forms of...

  8. #63. Announcement → A Radio DJ Turned Researcher

    Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share a fun fact about himself and what he wishes to learn from listeners so that the podcast can go from good to great. Click here to choose which one of the 4 questions asked would make this a great podcast: 4...

  9. #62. Andre’s Research Notes → House of Angostura®

    You’ve probably heard of Angostura, a rum distiller and aromatic bitters brand founded in Venezuela in 1824 and relocated to Trinidad and Tobago in 1875. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for cocktail-making enthusiasts to...

  10. #61. Andre’s Research Notes → Vipp® Guesthouses

    You’ve probably heard of Vipp, a furniture company founded in Denmark in 1939. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for interior decorating enthusiasts to step into and go beyond the products Vipp makes. _____ Forms of...

  11. #60. Andre’s Research Notes → Jose Cuervo® Express

    You’ve probably heard of Jose Cuervo, a tequila producer founded in Mexico in 1795. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for tequila enthusiasts to step into and go beyond the products Jose Cuervo makes. _____ Forms of...

  12. #59. Andre’s Research Notes → National Geographic® Museum of Exploration

    You’ve probably heard of National Geographic, a magazine publication founded in the United States in 1888. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for nature, science, and cultural enthusiasts to step into and go beyond the...

  13. #58. Andre’s Research Notes → Babylonstoren® Garden

    You’ve probably heard of Babylonstoren, a winery founded in South Africa in 1692. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for gardening hobbyists to step into that goes beyond the products Babylonstoren makes. _____ Forms of...

  14. #57. Andre’s Research Notes → Rapha® Clubhouse Shanghai

    You’ve probably heard of Rapha, the cycling apparel brand founded in England in 2004. Listen to André Brathwaite, podcast host of Inside Spaces by Forms of Recreation, share his notes on a space for cycling hobbyists to step into that goes beyond the products Rapha makes. _____ Globally admired...

  15. #56. Back To The Start

    In this episode, founder and host, Andre Brathwaite, gets vulnerable about the challenges he has faced while building Forms of Recreation. ______ Forms of Recreation is a guide for hobbyists to discover handpicked spaces built for their hobby, by brands extending beyond the products they make....

  16. #55. Voice of the Customer → We Are Bored

    In this episode, we talk about how brands can help adults shift from using their phones to satisfy boredom to engaging in enjoyable hobbies. Marketing teams, this episode is for you. And for adults, this is for you too. Every episode is based on what people send in, message boards I read online…

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  17. #54. Voice of the Customer → Signal Through The Noise

    In this episode, we talk about how brands can help adults send a signal to others who share the same hobby. Marketing teams, this episode is for you. And for adults, this is for you too. Every episode is based on what people send in, message boards I read online, or the great conversations I've…

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  18. #53. Voice of the Customer → Just For Play

    In this episode, we talk about how brands can help adults who have forgotten the joy of play. Marketing teams, this episode is for you. And for adults, this is for you too. Every episode is based on what people send in, message boards I read online, or the great conversations I've had with…

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  19. #52. Voice of the Customer → Life After Retirement

    In this episode? What life after retirement is like for most adults, and how it can be better with the help of brands. Marketing teams, this episode is for you. And for adults, this is for you too. Every episode is based on what people send in, message boards I read online, or the great...

  20. #51. Introducing → Voice of the Customer

    Starting next week, you will hear what we call the Voice of the Customer, hosted by yours truly, André Brathwaite. It will be based on what people send in, message boards I read online, and the great conversations I've had with others. I'll be giving brands a perspective on problems adults face…

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  21. Recap → 5 Best Episodes of Spring ‘26

    Are you part of a marketing team? You’ve likely heard our previous episodes featuring renowned brands from around the globe. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the five best episodes of Spring ‘26, featuring Nintendo, Van Cleef & Arpels, Concha y Toro, Disney, and Osulloc. Thriving brands that...

  22. #49. Spaces For City Walkers → Strategy Used by Camper®

    You’ve probably heard of Camper, the shoe manufacturer founded in Spain in 1975. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of Camper, founded by Lorenzo Fluxà, and how he turned his passion for shoemaking into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: hobby-driven...

  23. #48. Spaces For Climbers → Strategy Used by SCARPA®

    You’ve probably heard of SCARPA, the mountaineering and climbing shoe manufacturer founded in Italy in 1938. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of SCARPA, founded by Rupert Guinness, and how the Parisotto family turned their passion for shoemaking into a lasting brand that uses a...

  24. #47. Spaces For Video Gamers → Strategy Used by Nintendo®

    You’ve probably heard of Nintendo, the video game and electronics manufacturer founded in Japan in 1889. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how founder Fusajiro Yamauchi turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: hobby-driven experiences,...

  25. #46. Spaces For Weight Lifters → Strategy Used by Gymshark®

    You’ve probably heard of Gymshark, the fitness apparel brand founded in England in 2012. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how founder Ben Francis turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: hobby-driven experiences, including places...

  26. #45. Spaces For Driving Enthusiasts → Strategy Used by Porsche®

    You’ve probably heard of Porsche, the car manufacturer founded in Germany in 1931. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how founder Ferdinand Porsche turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: hobby-driven experiences, including clubs…

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  27. #44. Experiences For Hikers → Strategy Used by Merrell®

    You’ve probably heard of Merrell, the outdoor footwear brand founded in the United States in 1981. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how founder Randy Merrell turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: hobby-driven experiences, including...

  28. #43. Spaces For Wine Enthusiasts → Strategy Used by Concha y Toro®

    You’ve probably heard of Concha y Toro, the wine producer founded in Chile in 1883. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how founder Melchor de Santiago Concha y Toro turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven experiences,...

  29. #42. Spaces For Tea Lovers → Strategy Used by Osulloc®

    You’ve probably heard of Osulloc, the Korean tea producer founded in South Korea in 1979. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how founder Suh Sung-whan turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven experiences, including locations...

  30. #41. Spaces For Foodies → Strategy Used by Eataly®

    You’ve probably heard of Eataly, the Italian marketplace founded in Italy in 2007. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how founder Oscar Farinetti turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven experiences, including locations...

  31. #40. Spaces For Cigar Aficionados → Strategy Used by Cohiba®

    You’ve probably heard of Cohiba, the cigar manufacturer founded in Cuba in 1966. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of how former president Fidel Castro turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven experiences, including locations...

  32. #39. Spaces For Whisky Enthusiasts → Strategy Used by Johnnie Walker®

    You’ve probably heard of Johnnie Walker, the spirit distiller brand founded in Scotland in 1820. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founder, John Walker, who turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven experiences…

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  33. #38. Spaces For Cinephiles → Strategy Used by Disney®

    You’ve probably heard of Disney, the film and entertainment brand founded in the United States in 1923. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founder, Walt Disney, who turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven experiences,...

  34. #37. Spaces For Coffee Enthusiasts → Strategy Used by Starbucks Reserve®

    ou’ve probably heard of Starbucks Reserve, the premium coffee brand founded by Starbucks in the United States in 2010. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its transformative CEO, Howard Schultz, who turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention…

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  35. #36. Spaces For Nature Observers → Strategy Used by Swarovski Optik®

    Founders. You’ve probably heard of Swarovski Optik, the binoculars and scopes manufacturer founded in Austria in 1949. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founder, Wilhelm Swarovski, who turned his passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy:...

  36. #35. Spaces For Chocolate Lovers → Strategy Used By Lindt®

    Founders. You’ve probably heard of Lindt, the chocolate manufacturer founded in Switzerland in 1845. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founder, Rodolphe Lindt, who turned their passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven experiences,...

  37. #34. Spaces For Tea Lovers → Strategy Used By Mariage Frères®

    Founders. You’ve probably heard of Mariage Frères, the tea purveyor brand founded in France in 1854. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founders, Henri and Édouard Mariage, who turned their passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Hobby-driven...

  38. #33. Spaces For Cinephiles → Strategy Used By A24®

    Founders. You’ve probably heard of A24, the independent filmmaking studio founded in New York in 2012. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founders, Daniel Katz, David Fenkel, and John Hodges, who turned their passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention...

  39. #32. Spaces For Jewelry Making Enthusiasts → Strategy Used By Van Cleef & Arpels®

    Founders. You’ve probably heard of Van Cleef & Arpels, the renowned jewelry brand founded in France in 1906. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founders, Alfred Van Cleef & Charles Arpels, who turned their passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention…

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  40. #31. Experiences For Nature Enthusiasts → Strategy Used By Patagonia®

    You’ve probably heard of Patagonia, the renowned outdoor apparel brand founded in the United States in 1973. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founder, Yvon Chouinard, who turned their passion into a lasting brand that uses a customer retention strategy: Offering...

  41. #30. Henry’s Piano Playing Backstory → Steinway & Sons®

    You’ve probably heard of Steinway & Sons, the renowned piano manufacturer founded in the United States in 1853. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its founder, Henry Steinway, who turned his passion into a lasting brand—so that you could enjoy piano playing as a hobby. _____...

  42. #29. Bertha’s Tequila Sipping Backstory → Casa Dragones®

    You’ve probably heard of Casa Dragones, the renowned sipping tequila brand founded in Mexico in 2009. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its co-founder, Bertha González Nieves, who turned her passion into a lasting brand—so that you could enjoy the appreciation of tequila as a...

  43. #28. Lando’s Polo Backstory → La Martina®

    You’ve probably heard of La Martina, the renowned polo equipment and apparel brand founded in Argentina in 1985. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory of its co-founder, Lando Simonetti, who turned his passion into a lasting brand—so that you could enjoy polo as a hobby. _____...

  44. #27. Top Five Backstories of ‘25 Recap → STIGA®, Gibson®, Ferrari®, Yonex®, and La Marzocco®

    You’ve likely heard our previous backstories featuring renowned brands from around the globe. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the Top Five Backstories of 2025, sharing why founders turned their passions into lasting brands—so that you can enjoy yours as a hobby. _____ Globally admired…

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  45. #26. Robert’s Slacklining Backstory → Gibbon® Slacklines

    You’ve probably heard of Gibbon Slacklines, the renowned slackline equipment brand founded in Germany in 2007. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory as to why its co-founder, Robert Kaeding, turned his passion into a lasting brand—so that you can enjoy slacklining as a hobby. _____...

  46. #25. Giuseppe & Bruno’s Coffee Brewing Backstory → La Marzocco®

    You’ve probably heard of La Marzocco, the renowned espresso machine brand founded in Italy in 1927. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory as to why its founders, Giuseppe & Bruno Bambi, turned their interest in an espresso machine into a lasting brand—so that you can enjoy coffee...

  47. #23. Misoru’s Badminton Backstory → Yonex®

    You’ve probably heard of Yonex, the renowned badminton equipment brand founded in Japan in 1946. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory as to why its founder, Misoru Yoneyama, turned his passion for badminton into a lasting brand—so that you can enjoy badminton as a hobby. _____ For...

  48. #22. Harry & Max’s Frescobol Backstory → Frescobol Carioca®

    You’ve probably heard of Frescobol Carioca, the renowned frescobol equipment and menswear clothing brand founded in England in 2009. Listen to host André Brathwaite share the backstory as to why its founders, Harry Brantly and Max Leese, turned their passion for frescobol into a lasting brand—so...

  49. #21. FOR Archive · Founders — John & Henry (Field and Stream®)

    Note: This episode was originally published during an earlier chapter of Forms of Recreation, when the podcast explored brands building communities around the interests people pursue. Field and Stream, the iconic hunting magazine founded in the United States in 1895, extends beyond its products.…

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  50. #20. FOR Archive · Case Studies — Montblanc®

    Note: This episode was originally published during an earlier chapter of Forms of Recreation, when the podcast explored brands building communities around the interests people pursue. Montblanc, the iconic pen manufacturer founded in Germany in 1906, extends beyond its products. In this episode,...

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About this show

Listen to host André Brathwaite share voice notes on what he's found online: spaces worth stepping into and experiencing your hobby in person. Some are open to all, some are members-only, all are built by brands that extend beyond the products they make.

Any hobbyist can get featured on a future episode! Send in a voice note of a space you recently stepped into, built by a brand that extends beyond the products they make. Here’s Andre’s whatsapp - https://wa.me/17869414847

Forms of Recreation is a guide to captivating spaces by brands that extend beyond the products they make, for people who care about where they do their hobbies.

Explore more at formsofrecreation.com

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The opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of Forms of Recreation and do not necessarily reflect the views of any brand mentioned. We encourage you to check their corresponding websites for further information.</

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Forms of Recreation

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Forms of Recreation: Inside Spaces have?

Forms of Recreation: Inside Spaces has 70 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 25, 2026.

What is Forms of Recreation: Inside Spaces about?

Listen to host André Brathwaite share voice notes on what he's found online: spaces worth stepping into and experiencing your hobby in person. Some are open to all, some are members-only, all are built by brands that extend beyond the products they make. Any hobbyist can get featured on a future...

How often does Forms of Recreation: Inside Spaces release new episodes?

Forms of Recreation: Inside Spaces publishes weekly, based on its 70 episodes since June 2025.

Who hosts Forms of Recreation: Inside Spaces?

Forms of Recreation: Inside Spaces is created and hosted by Forms of Recreation.
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