Episode 50: The one with Michael Friedberg aka Mr. IWC

Episode 50: The one with Michael Friedberg aka Mr. IWC

This week on Time 2 Calibrate, Marc flies solo for a conversation with longtime friend Michael Friedberg, better known throughout the watch world as Mr. IWC. Long before Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook groups, Michael was helping shape the online watch community, building connections and sharing knowledge during the early days of internet watch collecting. In this episode, Marc and Michael take a trip down memory lane, revisiting the pioneering forums, memorable personalities, and the evolution of the hobby from niche enthusiast circles to the global community we know today. Whether you've been collecting for thirty years or thirty days, this episode offers a fascinating look at where our hobby came from, and where it might be headed next. Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michael.friedberg_/ [https://www.instagram.com/_michael.friedberg_/] Michael's watch #1: https://www.jaeger-benzinger.com/en/uhren/edition-3-vintage-movement [https://www.jaeger-benzinger.com/en/uhren/edition-3-vintage-movement] Michael's watch #2: https://www.venezianico.com/products/redentore-utopia-ii-beta [https://www.venezianico.com/products/redentore-utopia-ii-beta] Marc's watch: https://serica-watches.com/products/5303-2-chronometre-plongee [https://serica-watches.com/products/5303-2-chronometre-plongee] Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA [https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA] - JOIN THE CONVERSATION Our Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/time2calibrate/ [https://www.instagram.com/time2calibrate/] https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ [https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/] https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ [https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/] https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/ [https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/]

Episode 49: Andy rates our Podcast

You know that expression, "an overnight success"? Well, it may feel that way from the outside looking in, but there was a whole lot of work, trial and error, and time behind Andy's meteoric rise on TikTok. Now it's his full-time gig, and you get to find out how it all came together. Neither of us knew him prior to this recording, and now we'd like to think we've made a new friend. Hope you enjoy the show! Andy on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.watch.chronic [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.watch.chronic] Andy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andys_watches/ [https://www.instagram.com/andys_watches/] Andy's Watch: https://www.christopherward.com/int/C60-Atoll-300/C60-40ADA31S00B1-B0.html [https://www.christopherward.com/int/C60-Atoll-300/C60-40ADA31S00B1-B0.html] Bob's Watch: https://isotopewatches.com/products/isotope-mercury-shadow [https://isotopewatches.com/products/isotope-mercury-shadow] Marc's Watch: https://www.fortis-swiss.com/products/novonaut-n-42?variant=49512823685468 [https://www.fortis-swiss.com/products/novonaut-n-42?variant=49512823685468] Wraven Labs (Andy Rec): https://www.instagram.com/wravenlabs/ [https://www.instagram.com/wravenlabs/] Montreal Timepiece Show: https://www.timepieceshow.com/montreal [https://www.timepieceshow.com/montreal] Timepiece Social Club RSVP: https://luma.com/i7sw41fx [https://luma.com/i7sw41fx] Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA [https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA] - JOIN THE CONVERSATION Our Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/time2calibrate/ [https://www.instagram.com/time2calibrate/] https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ [https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/] https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ [https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/] https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/ [https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/]

Episode 48: Spring bars are a flying!

This week on the T2C Podcast, we’re joined by James AKA @flyingspringbar on Instagram. From his infectious enthusiasm for watches to his unmistakable community presence, James has built a name for himself by celebrating the hobby in a way that’s equal parts passionate, approachable, and fun. We dive into how his watch journey began, the story behind the FlyingSpringBar name, the pieces that matter most to him, and what keeps the watch community thriving in 2026. Whether you’re deep into the hobby or just getting started, this episode is packed with laughs, great stories, and plenty of watch talk. James on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flyingspringbar/ [https://www.instagram.com/flyingspringbar/] Timepiece Social Club event on May 28th: https://luma.com/i7sw41fx [https://luma.com/i7sw41fx] <=RSVP Timepiece Social Club on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timepiecesocial/ [https://www.instagram.com/timepiecesocial/] James' Watch: https://thedeeptrack.com/retro-review-the-zenith-rainbow-flyback-chronograph/ [https://thedeeptrack.com/retro-review-the-zenith-rainbow-flyback-chronograph/] Bob's Watch: https://22designstudio.net/products/4d-concrete-watch-automatic-duo_concrete-grey [https://22designstudio.net/products/4d-concrete-watch-automatic-duo_concrete-grey] Marc's Watch: https://www.casio.com/ca-en/watches/gshock/product.GMW-B5000D-1/ [https://www.casio.com/ca-en/watches/gshock/product.GMW-B5000D-1/] Bosko's Awesome Substack: https://silkypatina.substack.com/ [https://silkypatina.substack.com/] (must read) Montreal Timepiece Show: https://www.timepieceshow.com/montreal [https://www.timepieceshow.com/montreal] Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA [https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA] - JOIN THE CONVERSATION Our Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/time2calibrate/ [https://www.instagram.com/time2calibrate/] https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ [https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/] https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ [https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/] https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/ [https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/]

Episode 47: Hostful - Geneva Watch Week Recap + VTPS

In this hostful episode of the Time 2 Calibrate Podcast, we break down the biggest releases and standout moments from Geneva’s watch week. From Watches & Wonders to Time to Watches and Chronopolis, we sift through the noise to highlight what actually matters. We also look ahead to the upcoming Vancouver Timepiece Show. No guests this time. Just us, unfiltered takes, sharp opinions, and a deep dive into the watches everyone’s talking about. Bob's watch: https://sheffieldwatches.com/products/allsport-1-auto [https://sheffieldwatches.com/products/allsport-1-auto] Brent's watch: https://thecalibratedwrist.com/2022/02/19/the-breitling-aerospace-titanium/ [https://thecalibratedwrist.com/2022/02/19/the-breitling-aerospace-titanium/] Marc's watch: https://www.eterna.com/product-page/kontiki-bronze [https://www.eterna.com/product-page/kontiki-bronze] Vancouver Timepiece Show: https://www.timepieceshow.com/vancouver [https://www.timepieceshow.com/vancouver] Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA [https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA] - JOIN THE CONVERSATION Our Instagram Profile: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap [https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap] https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ [https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/] https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ [https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/] https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/ [https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/]

Episode 46: Matt Smith-Johnson AKA Teenage Grandpa

Teenage Grandpa returns for a full-length episode. This time, Matt talks about watches, design, and carving out a unique voice in the community. Known for his bold aesthetic and unmistakable lightning-bolt identity, Matt brings a fresh perspective that blends creativity, personality, and a passion for the hobby. This is probably the longest episode we've done so far, but it feels like we could have kept going. Matt's Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/teenage.grandpa/ [https://www.instagram.com/teenage.grandpa/] Teenage Grandpa Website: https://teenagegrandpa.com/ [https://teenagegrandpa.com/] Matt's Watch: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap [https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap] Jason's Watch: https://kuronotokyo.com/pages/2024-anniversary-reiwa [https://kuronotokyo.com/pages/2024-anniversary-reiwa] Bob's Watch: https://www.rzewatches.com/collections/utd/products/utd-8000-gr [https://www.rzewatches.com/collections/utd/products/utd-8000-gr] Marc's Watch: https://www.casio.com/ca-en/watches/gshock/product.GMW-B5000D-1/ [https://www.casio.com/ca-en/watches/gshock/product.GMW-B5000D-1/] Support Matt's Ride to Conquer Cancer: https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/Ride26/p/MattSJ [https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/Ride26/p/MattSJ] Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA [https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA] - JOIN THE CONVERSATION Our Instagram Profile: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap [https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap] https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ [https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/] https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ [https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/] https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/ [https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/]