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The Waiting List Podcast
by Jaclyn Li, Daniel Sum, Lung Lung Thun
The Waiting List Podcast is hosted by three watch geeks: Jaclyn Li, Daniel Sum and Lung Lung Thun. We can‘t say we are the most knowledgeable collectors but one thing we do have is a passion to grow the watch community and bring positive vibes! Chill out while we discuss trending topics within the watch industry, interview collectors and have a bit of fun! Reach out to us via email at [email protected] and also our Instagram page @thewaitinglistpodcast.
Episodes
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#232-Watches and Wonders 2025 - Jac, Dan, Lung
Watches and Wonders 2025!
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#231- Ep 2 The Waiting Room- Anxiety
In this episode, we talk about one of the most common mental disorders- anxiety.
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#230-"I tend to go to auctions because that is the place with the most rare watches" - Karen Hung, Watch Enthusiast/Writer
On this episode, we speak to Karen @watch_garden_kh about how she got into watches, how she became a writer, and how she learned about FP Journe before Rolex.
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#229-Ep 1 of The Waiting Room- "Uncle"
On the first episode of our mini series on mental health, we introduce you to our resident co host "Uncle".
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#228-"There is nobody more snobbish than Parisians"- Gautier Massonneau, Founder of Trilobe watches
On this episode we interview Gautier on the history of the brand, his inspiration, and his vision for the Company and why it is important to stick to the brand's core principles.
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#227-Happy CNY! - Dan, Jac, Lung Lung
We're back! Happy CNY, Gong Xi Fa Cai everyone!
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#226- Merry Xmas and Happy NY!
In our final episode of 2024, we reflect on how we feel and just life in general.
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#225-"In the watch world I equally have things...as important as getting a No.1 album" -James McVey, Singer/Member of The Vamps
On this episode we speak to James about his grails, watches with significance in his collection, getting cancelled on Reddit and why he was lucky to get introduced to watches not through Rolex or AP.
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#224-"We actually supply the movement for 17 brands" - Swei, GM for Speake Marin Greater China
On this episode we speak to Swei about how he went from Nike, to Apple, to managing the Greater China market for Speake Marin. We talk about the Ripple collection, why the longevity of a brand is important to collectors, and how the brand has evolved to more modern designs.
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#223-"If it was a Shanghai (watch), you could marry any girl" - Chris, Collector
On this episode we speak to Chris who started collecting watches in the early 90s. Originally French, he moved to China and started discovering a watch landscape that was very different from what he knew in Europe. He teaches us about Chinese watch brands and shares the story of receiving a very...
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#222-Reverse Interview with - Ryan Goddu, Collector
In this new concept episode, Ryan interviews the 3 of us instead!
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#220-3 of us Part 2 - Dan, Jac, Lung
The title says it all, just the three of us catching up.
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#219- "Were making watches, not units"- Nicholas Bowman-Scargill, Managing Director of FEARS watches
In this episode we speak to Nicholas @fearswatches about how he came to revive the brand, the success and growth of FEARS watches, why he left Rolex and more.
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#218-"I know that I dont want to do things that are too obvious or too easy"- Matteo Violet-Vianello, Founder of ANOMA Watches
In this episode we speak to Matteo @anomawatch about how the inspiration for the ANOMA A1 came about and why interesting case shapes are making a comeback.
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#217-Catch up - Dan, Jac, Lung
Another quick catch up before the summer comes to an end!
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#216-"You present it as the greatest story that you can tell in that moment"- Arthur Touchot, Digital Director at Phillips Watches
In this episode we speak to Arthur @arthur_touchot about his journey from being a war correspondent reporter to working at Hodinkee and now Phillips Watches, the story of his steel panda, and more.
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#215-"I've touched vintage pieces before but I've been burnt"- John, Collector
In this episode we speak to John @watch.academics about working with lab rats, why he chose Panerai as his first luxury watch and "interesting" shopping experiences.
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#214-"I'm so much happier now than I was in the bubble COVID yeras because things make sense"- Eric Gustafson, Founder of Hairspring
In this episode we speak to Eric, founder of Hairspring @hairspringwatches about the differences between collectors from the US, Europe, and Asia, using his platform as a medium to bridge together the watch community through his great "Finds" and how we can all maintain our passion for this hobby...
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#213- GPHG 2024 - Dan, Jac, Lung
It's that time of the year again! Join us as we vote for 2024's GPHG nominees.
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#212- The Quiet Club Part 2- Norifumi Seki, Watchmaker
Norifumi Seki (@aysopos_jal) won the Young Talent Competition hosted by F.P. Journe and the AHCI in 2020. He has since joined founders HK Ueda and Johnny Ting to launch Quiet Club's first watch called Fading Hours. Please go back and listen to Part 1 to hear their whole journey.
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#211- "I'd love to get my art into the hands of ppl who inspired me in all the seasons of my life"- LABEG (Gabe Lau), Artist
On this episode we speak to Gabe @LABEG on living his dream of becoming an artist, why he chose to work with cardboard, his dream collab, and his watches.
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#210- "I literally brought coins...i would listen to the quality of the sound"- H.K. & Johnny, Founders of Quiet Club
The Quiet Club (@quietclub_watches) is a watch brand designed and handcrafted in Tokyo. On this episode we speak to the brand's founders about their first model- 'Fading Hours' and it's alarm function operated by a mechanical gong.
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#209- "I have this weird theory about the datograph"- Rich @watchbiao, Collector
On this episode we speak to Rich @watchbiao about the Alange Datograph, his collecting journey and his thoughts about living in the US versus living in China.
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#208- AITAH - Dan, Jac, Lung
On this episode we discuss growing up in a Chinese family and more.
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#207- Random musings - Dan, Jac, Lung
We've been having a lot of random thoughts lately and just thought we would share them all with you guys.
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#206- "I hate watches that under utilize the case real estate"-Charles, Collector
In this episode we speak to Charles about his watch collecting philosophy, why he has shifted to visiting dealers and auction houses over ADs, and why Patek salons operate very differently from other retailers.
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#205- "Hunting the ads...it almost replaces the need to have the watches"-Nick, Founder of Ad Patina
In this episode we speak to Nick about his vintage watch ad business Ad Patina @adpatina , how he turned a passion into a business, the similarities between his work and those of watch dealers, and the golden age of advertisements.
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#204- Auction Insights- Dan, Jac, Lung
On this episode we discuss the art of auctioneering, auction results and insights.
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#203- "I just love gifting it puts a smile on my face"-Cameron Steiner, Collector and Host of Collectors Gene Radio
In this episode we welcome back Cameron @cameronrosssteiner , host of Collectors Gene Radio. We discuss the importance of gifting, what the guests on his podcast are collecting and what watches he will be wearing the most in the near future.
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#202- Watches and Wonders 2024 -Dan, Jac, Lung
The title explains it all. Enjoy!
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#Bonus Episode- ONLY WATCH 2024 -Dan, Jac, Lung
Heres an extra episode just in time for Only Watch. Which pieces did you guys like the most?
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#200- Episode 200! -Dan, Jac, Lung
Episode 200!! Thank you all for coming along with us on this journey. We are grateful for all the great connections we've made and all the interesting people we get to speak to. It still blows our mind that you guys tune in and support us. Thank you!
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#199- "OMG for that price I can have 5 people walking around telling me the time"- Gaurav R, Collector
On this episode we speak to Gaurav (@highendtime) about all things Daniel Roth and whether the brand will ever be a Patek contender. We discuss Gaurav's own collecting journey and why he still appreciates unique and rare Roth pieces.
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#198- "Its faster for me to go from Geneva to Dubai than to reach his workshop"- Shahz Khan, Founder of Salon Des Horlogers/K2 Luxury
On this episode we speak to Shahz (@salondeshorlogers) about creating Salon Des Horlogers after establishing a reputable name for himself in the watch world after building up K2 Luxury. We discuss the independents and why it is necessary to have a platform dedicated to this growing niche market.
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#197- "We identified 250 features that affect the price of a watch"- Giovanni Prigigallo, Founder of EveryWatch
On this episode we speak to Giovanni (@everywatch_official) about creating a platform that tracks over 30 years of watch data, the correlation between case sizes and value, and how the platform will change watch collectors’ experiences.
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#196- "When I design a watch...I design the relationship you will have with that watch"- Benoit Mintiens, Founder of Ressence Watches
On this episode we speak to Benoit (@ressence_watches) about his industrial design background and how it has shaped the way he has created watches. We also discuss how the idea of using oil came about, why a Ressence watch has no hands and how the E Crown came about.
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#195- "Hong Kong used to be the centre of watchmaking, theres just no record of that"- Quinn Lai, Founder of DIY Watch Club and EONIQ Watches
On this episode we speak to Quinn about how he came up with the concepts for both his ventures (@diywatchclub and @eoniqdesign) , the value of "made in Hong Kong", how he balances business with passion and the struggles of running a microbrand.
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#194-"I don't think they had in mind that people would be collecting these pieces"- Luis, Collector
In this episode, we speak to Luis @movado_archive about the four different significant periods in Movado's history, the most collectible Movado pieces and the 331 movement.
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#193- "I think the best collections were built in the last 20 years"- John Goldberger, Collector and Author
In this episode we speak to John @goldberger about the three most important people you need in your watch journey, how he collects, what he thinks about his own collection, and his favorite modern Cartier.
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#192- "A real negotiation...me scoring big...those are the videos I like best"- Mike Nouveau, Vintage Watch Specialist
In this episode we speak to Mike about the success hes had on TikTok and Instagram, what the dealer code is, what collectors are asking for, and his ultimate 3 watch collection.
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#191- "A lot of retailers, after the pandemic, emphasized on "the journey" " -Luo Yong Wen, Collector
In this episode we speak to Yong Wen about his first watch, the Omega Seamaster, going on Patek's factory tour and why the brand remains the most special to him.
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#190- A message from all of us
HAPPY CNY! Woohoo!
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#189- Watch talk - Dan, Jac
On this episode Dan and Jac talk all things watches, watch fairs, and what they have seen lately.
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#188- "The lowest of the hierarchy...the cataloger"- Gertrude Wong, Phillips Auction Watches Cohead of Sales
On this episode we speak to Gertrude @g.wwh about her perspective on the auction world, what she has learned, and what she enjoys the most about her job.
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#187- ”I wanted something that had character, something completely different”- Jackie Ho, Collector
On this episode we speak to Jackie about his Irish background, what he learned from collecting vintage Rolex, his interest in independents and why he decided to start a watch group- Watchhoandco.
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#186- ”a lot of AD sales were super cool about it, ”its cool youre a dealer” ” – Alex Lau, Founder of The Horologist
On this episode we speak to Alex about how he transitioned from being a collector to becoming a dealer. What it has been like dealing in Hong Kong, running his business The Horologist @thehorologisthk, the dangers and safety in this industry.
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#185 Merry Xmas and Happy New Year ! - Dan, Jac, Lung
Just 3 more days till the end of 2023. We love you all for tuning in and giving us all the support and motivation to keep doing this. We are grateful to be able to interview so many special guests and we can't wait to see you guys in 2024. Happy holidays !
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#184- ”The kind of collector that intrigues me are the ones that focus on their own niche” – Helbert Tsang, Cofounder of The Horology Club
On this episode we speak to Helbert about his most memorable gathering, collectors that interest him, the watch community in Hong Kong and his love for independents.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Waiting List Podcast is hosted by three watch geeks: Jaclyn Li, Daniel Sum and Lung Lung Thun. We can‘t say we are the most knowledgeable collectors but one thing we do have is a passion to grow the watch community and bring positive vibes! Chill out while we discuss trending topics within the watch industry, interview collectors and have a bit of fun! Reach out to us via email at [email protected] and also our Instagram page @thewaitinglistpodcast.
HOSTED BY
Jaclyn Li, Daniel Sum, Lung Lung Thun
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