Time Well Spent

In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by newly dubbed bi-weekly co-host Griffin Bartsch to chat James Bond watches. With the new Omega Seamaster Diver Chronograph releases with video game James Bond 007 First Light, it seemed like the perfect time to look back at historical Bond watches and debate if they were the best choice or not while also speculating about the future. Then, for a fun twist, Griffin brings the game this week challenging Devin to pair watch picks with a selection of different spies. What do you think of the Spy + Watch pairings?Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en Final Recommendations: The Comprehensive Guide to 50 Years of 007's TimepiecesThe Good Shepard (Movie)Other Links:A Complete List of All James Bond Watches: https://manofmany.com/watches/a-complete-list-of-all-the-james-bond-watches Everything To Know Before Buying A Pilots Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHaTF09hUsE Timestamps:00:00 Introduction02:35 Wrist Check08:02 Daytona Beach Adventures and Bucky's Experience10:38 Memorial Day Weekend Reflections12:18 Introduction to Bond Watches23:14 Exploring the Legacy of Bond Watches25:32 The Evolution of Bond's Watches26:28 Iconic Seiko and Other Unconventional Choices27:40 The Significance of Watch Selection in Bond's Character32:55 The Impact of Branding on Bond's Image37:21 Hypothetical Alternatives to Omega42:54 The One-Watch Philosophy of James Bond47:38 Exploring Ian Fleming's Influence on Bond Watches50:04 The Game of Spy Watches Begins58:48 Final Recommendations

In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Magnus Swan. Employee number 2 at Studio Underdog and founder of University project turned full fledged microbrand Anemoic, Magnus chats with Devi about watch exclusivity, building connections to watches and brands, starting a watch brand, a bit of the behind the scenes of a microbrand. Don’t forget to let us know who won our game of ‘This or That’! Anemoic Watch: https://anemoicwatches.com/ Introducing Anemoic (Worn & Wound): https://wornandwound.com/introducing-anemoic-from-university-project-to-watch-brand/Anemoic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anemoic.watches/ Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en Final Recommendations: Thornhill: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thornhill_(band)Small Luxuries: Watches (book): https://amzn.to/4tR4kTcTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to the Time Well Spent Podcast01:53 Wrist Check: Personal Connections to Watches05:38 The Impact of Exclusivity in Watch Collecting10:57 The Balance of Scarcity and Community in Micro Brands16:15 The Journey of Anamoic: From University Project to Brand21:53 The Story Behind the Versailles Watch Design27:22 The Corridor of Royalty28:02 Design Inspirations and Cultural References28:53 The Emotional Connection to the Watch30:13 Challenges in Watch Design and Production30:41 Innovative Use of Color in Watchmaking35:02 Navigating Manufacturing Challenges39:58 The Importance of Mentorship in the Watch Industry43:22 Balancing Time and Brand Development45:14 Future Plans and Community Engagement49:47 Cultural Recommendations and Personal Interests

In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is once again joined by Griffing Bartsch in order to dig deeper into modern watch catalogs and find the hidden, sleeper hits. They only look at watches available today that are currently being overshadowed in their own collections by other, more popular watches. Should we do come back for a sleeper picks episode including microbrands and less popular brands?Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en Considered Goods (substack): https://consideredgoods.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips Final Recommendations: Miyoo Mini Plus Retro Gaming Consol: https://amzn.to/4ddY9DP Blue Moon (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/title/82053241 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Time Well Spent Podcast06:34 Wrist Check: Vintage vs. Modern Watches10:57 Sleeper Hits in Watch Collections20:58 Longines Hydroconquest: An Underrated Gem27:32 Exploring Omega's Offerings32:42 The Speedmaster Collection: A Deeper Dive35:47 Chopard's Unique Appeal40:07 Grand Seiko's K-Shape and Design Philosophy46:07 Zenith Elite Moonphase: A Classy Choice47:38 Exploring Zenith and Vacheron Watches49:58 The Allure of Vacheron Constantin51:40 Diving into Lesser-Known Brands54:04 The Significance of Sleeper Brands56:29 Highlighting the JLC Polaris Date58:53 Tissot's C-Star 1000 Dive Watch01:01:20 The Timeless Appeal of Swatch01:03:47 Recommendations and Closing Thoughts

In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by professional stuntman and avid watch enthusiast Tom Place. The two sit down to chat about watch build quality and serviceability, working on your own watches, using your watches as tools, and whether or not modern watches should be made to a higher standard. Don’t forget to let us know who won our game of This or That!  Tom Place on Teddy Baldassarre: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKlCu0YqpFk&t=1s Tom Place Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expedition16610/ Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en Final Recommendations: Man on Fire Book: https://amzn.to/4erWRWI Accurate Form Straps: https://en.accurate-form.jp/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Time Well Spent Podcast01:57 Watch Check: Personal Stories Behind Timepieces04:44 Diving into New Releases: Grand Seiko Ushio 300 Diver07:29 Serviceability and Durability in Modern Watchmaking10:02 The Importance of Customer Service in Watch Brands12:29 DIY Watch Repairs: The Balance of Skill and Caution15:17 In-House Movements vs. Standard Movements17:52 Using Watches in Everyday Life: A Stuntman's Perspective27:50 The Art of Authenticity in Watches30:04 Sneaking Watches into Film Sets32:54 The Evolution of Watch Design35:55 Current Projects and Future Endeavors38:08 Personal Adventures and Creative Projects46:54 Recommendations for the Audience