Episode 24: Let Go of the Hype! - The Watches and Wonders Survival Guide

Episode 29: With Guest, Gem Parker - Elliot Brown's 'Head of Winging It'- Women in Watches - PLUS - Watch Gender-Bending

The Wristies welcome Gem Parker from Elliot Brown Watches [https://elliotbrownwatches.com/]. She discusses her background in the military, as well as her pursuits in art, rugby, and photography, and how these led her to watches. We also talk about how the watch industry is changing and how the "pink it and shrink it" era may be over for women's watches.  ***ALSO, it's mentioned late in the episode, but please check out the Buying Time Foundation Watch Auction [https://buyingtimefoundation.com/collections/auction] that ends July 14, 2026. Buying Time raises funds to support its partner charities that work with young people facing terminal illness.*** 00:01:18 - Introducing Gemma Parker, Head of Winging It, from Elliot Brown [https://elliotbrownwatches.com/] Devin Pennypacker - Time Well Spent Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-well-spent/id1870374318] 00:05:04 - Wrist Checks Gem Parker’s Elliot Brown Bloxworth Heritage Diver in Drunk Tank Pink [https://elliotbrownwatches.com/en-us/products/bloxworth-heritage-diver-929-107?srsltid=AfmBOoofrCbE618R_2e0Za5JY_JYU1ynn_KDFX83vkHPGh1nj1VHQwxE] Iman’s Elliot Brown Arne [https://elliotbrownwatches.com/en-us/products/arne-606-005] on a WatchGecko Octopod [https://www.watchgecko.com/blogs/magazine/introducing-watchgecko-octopod-system] Chris’s Elliot Brown Beachmaster Ghost [https://elliotbrownwatches.com/en-us/products/beachmaster-quartz-1?srsltid=AfmBOoq2hE2OuJk9T-fCLroXm_m0cqXSBk5q9-2XUsdBZLUz4Jb-Ob1V] (also on the sand strap) [https://www.instagram.com/p/DWJZemuEfHc/?img_index=1] How to use the Beachmaster Mission Timer [https://elliotbrownwatches.com/en-us/blogs/journal/how-to-use-the-beachmasters-mission-timer-complication?srsltid=AfmBOoqRpDK84kvem2_JXwn3ph8gPW7t7WnU1WNJ8iQ7EHqK62HxGXS5] (because Chris and Iman still have no idea) Chris’s Brother’s Rolex Daytona  [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZfDGOrnKHg/?img_index=1] Rolex Daytona Panda Meme [https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJPLlKihtg/] The Watch Your Mouth Jar Tally -  (Iman mentioned the brand so much that we’re not sure it matters at this point) 00:20:48 - Main Segment - Gem’s Story PLUS: Women in the Watch Industry  00:44:45 - Gem’s Sheroes! Marcella from Stella Watch Company [https://stellawatchcompany.com/pages/about-us] Abingdon from Abingdon Watch Co. [https://abingdonco.com/pages/about-us] **Chris’s Article on Abingdon [https://wornandwound.com/watches-and-what-else-taking-flight-with-abingdon-mullin-founder-and-ceo-of-the-abingdon-co/]** Kathleen McGivney [https://www.instagram.com/kmcgivney/] - CEO of RedBar Group [https://www.instagram.com/redbarcrew/] Lucy - The Watchbox Diaries [https://www.instagram.com/thewatchboxdiaries/] and Beaucroft Watches [https://beaucroftwatches.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqcPZLTvnJqpyXNooMYP6wLS3MCVvNZmoYbRqCzxloCORqfAOi4] Sophie - Sophie’s Watch World [https://www.instagram.com/sophies.watch.world/] Emily - Secret Diary of a Watch Girl [https://www.instagram.com/secretdiaryofawatchgirl/] Olivia from Christopher Ward [https://www.christopherward.com/int/home] Anna - Chrono Girl Life [https://www.instagram.com/chrono.girl.life/] Sophie Scott-Lewis - Artist [https://www.instagram.com/sophiescottlewisart/] Katya “Boss Lady of British Watches” from the British Watch and Clockmakers Association  [https://britishwatchmakers.com/] **BUYING TIME FOUNDATION AUCTION Running through July 14, 2026 [https://buyingtimefoundation.com/collections/auction]** 00:58:46 - Recurring Segment - Watch Gender-bending  The original A Tale of Two Wristies Gender-bending Episode: Episode 3 from June 26, 2025 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-3-pride-nomos-zenith-tudor-and-norqain-what/id1816189165?i=1000714603452] Gem’s Pick: Omega Speedmaster Silver Snoopy 50th Anniversary  [https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watch-omega-speedmaster-anniversary-series-co-axial-master-chronometer-chronograph-42-mm-31032425002001] Iman’s Pick: Panerai Luminor Destro in Blue PAM01732 [https://www.panerai.com/us/en/collections/watch-collection/luminor/pam01732-luminor-destro.html?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=SA360&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=A-PANHQ-US-EN-SHOPPING_BEST_BR-PROL-FY26-MTP-MTC-PLA-AUC-PU-LXA-GG-BR-RIC8AHILL41&utm_id=23686614688&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23686614688&gbraid=0AAAAADu9YmscDszGeaetZfYv8aZFQ_fT3&gclid=CjwKCAjw3ejRBhAdEiwADkqPn8IXX2QuMzoA2d1KeWfrxJECvm3mhUc7CACuxVUVpkzwb1f3qW9zOxoCVWQQAvD_BwE] Chris’s Pick: Chanel Premiere Edition Originale Watch [https://www.chanel.com/us/watches/p/3599594171908/premiere-edition-originale-watch/] Follow us on the 'gram: You'll find us @ataleoftwowristies Chris is @poppingcrowns Iman is @ticktick_taptap And most importantly, our mascot Phantom is @phantom_of_the_pupra Just starting the hobby? Start with Ep. 11 WRISTIES WATCH GLOSSARY & RECOMMENDATIONS [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aw3qW5PQbXDo-MpCjMOkEk0IP8pLFMK-1opjFFFwYsQ/edit?usp=sharing]

Episode 28: Special Guest, Frank (Chris's Brother), Joins The Wristies - Talks Timex to Rolex and Everything in Between

Chris's brother, Frank, is the person responsible for getting Chris properly into watches. Although Frank has stayed outside the global and online watch community, preferring to enjoy the hobby on his own. Iman and Chris ask him the important questions! How has that impacted his hobby? What watches are appealing? And what's it like not to be bombarded with watch posts on Instagram?!  **DISCLAIMER** Frank and Chris sound almost exactly alike and can even control each other's phones with their voices... so prepare to be confused.  The brotherly watch nerds [https://www.instagram.com/p/C1Qre1iLBDl/] Charlotte Wikipedia [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlotte,_North_Carolina] 14:55 - Wrist Checks Iman’s Black Bay 58 Bronze [https://www.instagram.com/p/DL0hbRiu_G2/?img_index=4] (like this but on a less hairy wrist) Frank’s Cartier Santos Dumont  [https://www.instagram.com/p/DMBgC1fOL4L/?img_index=1] Frank’s Timex x seconde/seconde/ Root Beer [https://www.instagram.com/p/C45iEsOLoyX/] Chris’s Timex M79 Snoopy [https://www.instagram.com/p/C-VSiHuOwYy/] Chris’s Vertex M100A [https://www.instagram.com/p/DDzJ9OSuFBW/] 22:31 - Main Segment: Frank’s Watch Collecting Journey Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre 1887 [https://www.prestigetime.com/blog/tag-heuer-carrera-1887.html?srsltid=AfmBOoras_E3sDzH1nYJXTgT36S44wj1oclqOJPMo0RG9Zskw3m3LWrY] Tag Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 [https://www.instagram.com/p/DSP9aXUkZR3/?img_index=1] Omega Diver 300 Green/Bronze Gold [https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watch-omega-seamaster-diver-300m-co-axial-master-chronometer-42-mm-21090422010001] Omega CK859 [https://www.instagram.com/p/DUf5D9yEe-Y/?img_index=1] Frank’s Daytona on Rally Strap [https://www.instagram.com/p/DCexyEhOXDb/?img_index=1] Tag Heuer Carrera 160th LE  [https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/tag-heuer-carrera-160-years-silver-limited-edition-hands-on] Christopher Ward [https://www.christopherward.com/int/home?srsltid=AfmBOooUUizLnj2PSEyfFgLAX3GvPGyIF0VfryktOLHOukd9yoBPtDAV] Studio Underd0g [https://underd0g.com/] Brew Watches [https://www.brew-watches.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooAgu58dFG9GH4Aessm4-Fa8Od9cKiOYPTt1GTgxnOvlFiiF3Ss] Rolex Yachtmaster [https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watches/yacht-master/m268622-0002] AP Royal Oak (Waffles are for tummies) [https://www.audemarspiguet.com/com/en/watch-collection/royal-oak/15510BC.OO.1320BC.04.html] Patek Nautilus (Chris, as always, refuses to link to Patek) AP Museum  [https://museeatelier.audemarspiguet.com/en/home.html] 1:05:39 - Recurring Segment: Wrist Candy Rolex Explorer I 36mm [https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watches/explorer/m124270-0001] Grand Seiko SBGW 289 [https://wornandwound.com/hands-on-with-the-grand-seiko-sbgw289-a-return-to-form-for-the-44gs/] Tudor Black Bay Chrono “Bumble Bee” [https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/watch-family/daring-watches/m79310n-0001] Follow us on the 'gram: You'll find us @ataleoftwowristies Chris is @poppingcrowns Iman is @ticktick_taptap And most importantly, our mascot Phantom is @phantom_of_the_pupra Just starting the hobby? Start with Ep. 11 WRISTIES WATCH GLOSSARY & RECOMMENDATIONS [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aw3qW5PQbXDo-MpCjMOkEk0IP8pLFMK-1opjFFFwYsQ/edit?usp=sharing]

Episode 27: Our First Wristiversary - Therapy Session, Royal Pop Fiasco, and Audience Questions

Join Chris and Iman as they celebrate one year of podcasting in the only way they know how…a therapy session!  The Wristies Catch Up: Chris’s CAMP Glacier Yellowstone Sunnies [https://shwoodshop.com/products/camp-glacier-sunglasses-yellowstone-edition?variant=47453137109225] Chris’s AP x Swatch ‘Royal Pop’ Release Essay [https://www.poppingcrowns.com/articles/apswatchmanufacturedchaos]  Some Cool Pakistani Bridal Mehndi Designs [https://www.shaadidukaan.com/blog/pakistani-mehndi-designs.html] The Tradition of the Joota Chupai [https://theworldofhsy.com/blogs/hsy-gazette/the-playful-tradition-of-joota-chupai?srsltid=AfmBOoorGegJGuOB3Pg33ISatrWYrM9ebKQbvVUblb3kowF7rCoZAonO] 20:30 - Wrist Checks Chris’s Nomos Club Campus [https://www.instagram.com/p/DWmlqh9EQ0E/?img_index=1] Iman’s BB58 Bronze (she hasn't posted hers yet, but it looks exactly LIKE THIS [https://www.instagram.com/p/DYcLIB2EfEL/?img_index=1]) 22:42 - First Annual Wristy Therapy Session Can Chris Stop Impulse Buying Hype Pieces? Chris’s Tissot PRX [https://www.instagram.com/p/Cmd-Ma4rFp1/] (sold) Chris’s Studio Underdog Series 02 [https://www.instagram.com/p/DKrhQW_uMUL/](sold) Chris’s Zelos [https://www.instagram.com/p/CnLTH3drlio/] (sold)  Chris’s Dennison Dual Time [https://www.instagram.com/p/DTfwWutEflN/?img_index=1] (hanging on by a damn thread) Chris’s Clemence Munro [https://www.instagram.com/p/DYfmsdzEfl1/?img_index=2] (not going anywhere) Has Iman Become a Watch Snob? Pinion  [https://www.pinionwatches.com/] Bamford [https://bamfordlondon.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23800264469&gbraid=0AAAABCrdLlXdZg8n_7jiNHaw3uJQw5Api&gclid=CjwKCAjwrNrQBhBjEiwAoR4VO5CTlRFs06kmdeKA1ybWhUA_Fx84nUr9To2sAPLTsb5kjcPjOu6dHRoCtO4QAvD_BwE] Iman’s Vintage Movado [https://www.instagram.com/p/DMIhZ4DMmi9/] Iman’s Timex New Yorker [https://www.instagram.com/p/DK2T5emoKGN/] Iman’s SKX [https://www.instagram.com/p/DJpo8LSIF0n/] Is Chris’s Dislike for Integrated Bracelets Bullshit? Chris’s Möels 369 [https://www.instagram.com/p/DRAQrQgkZrA/?img_index=1] Chris’s Direnzo Mondial  [https://www.instagram.com/p/DYHaGiHHDAu/?img_index=1] Vacheron 222 [https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/us/en/collections/historiques/4200h-222j-b935.html] Why Does Iman Think That Size Matters? @sophies.watch.world [https://www.instagram.com/sophies.watch.world/] @sophiescottlewisart [https://www.instagram.com/sophiescottlewisart/] 59:15 - Audience Questions @watch_zaddy [https://www.instagram.com/watch_zaddy/] - Now that the bronze desire is filled, which watches would you like to swap for a month? Möels 528 [https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJvIWRkRCp/?img_index=1] Vintage Movado [https://www.instagram.com/p/DMIhZ4DMmi9/] @overtime_the_podcast [https://www.instagram.com/overtime_the_podcast/] - If you could start your collection again, what watch would be an instant rebuy and why? @marks.watches [https://www.instagram.com/marks.watches/]- When will you both be adding a Cartier to your collections? @daytona.grrl [https://www.instagram.com/daytona.grrl/] - Have you noticed your watch preferences change over time? @seanaggie [https://www.instagram.com/seanaggie/] - What watch is boring at first glance, but ultimately brilliant? Follow us on the 'gram: You'll find us @ataleoftwowristies Chris is @poppingcrowns Iman is @ticktick_taptap And most importantly, our mascot Phantom is @phantom_of_the_pupra Just starting the hobby? Start with Ep. 11 WRISTIES WATCH GLOSSARY & RECOMMENDATIONS [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aw3qW5PQbXDo-MpCjMOkEk0IP8pLFMK-1opjFFFwYsQ/edit?usp=sharing]

Episode 26: Over the Top/Under the Radar - Hype Watches and Alternatives PLUS Watch News - Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop

The Wristies decide to find some unlikely alternatives to some hype watches, AND the thoughts on the Royal Pop! Phantom’s Gotcha Day! [https://www.instagram.com/p/DYGIuvrz4r1/] 08:10 - Chris’s Watch Needs A-Fixin Big thank you to Cassidy (@atkinshorology [https://www.instagram.com/atkinshorology/]) for fixing Chris’s bracelet!  20:10 - Wrist Checks: THE WRISTY WATCH!!!! Chris’s BB58 Bronze [https://www.instagram.com/p/DYCVHPikd4G/?img_index=1] Iman’s BB58 Bronze 29:15 - Over the Top/Under the Radar Chris OTP 1 - Rolex Oyster Perpetual [https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watches/oyster-perpetual/m126000-0014] Chris UTR 1 - Clemence Munro [https://www.clemencewatches.com/product-page/munro] Iman OTP 1 - Universal Geneve Polerouter  [https://www.universalgeneve.com/en/polerouter-collection] Iman UTR 1 - Rado World Travel Polerouter [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/236693496334?chn=ps&_ul=GB&mkevt=1&mkcid=28&google_free_listing_action=view_item]  Universal Geneve Gilt Shadow [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/137113612920?chn=ps&_ul=GB&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-169684-232771-8&mkcid=2&itemid=137113612920&targetid=325425753764&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9045889&poi=1002992&campaignid=20646531776&mkgroupid=160183588928&rlsatarget=pla-325425753764&abcId=&merchantid=5754748095&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20646531776&gbraid=0AAAAAo9ZJxtaXuROUG9hWsRK_0PoFhZZp&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2YDQBhD_ARIsAE1qeSc_88Hs3ZqErTSxAxFLKPno9AIjtsPnLZPgkwYEzX_uh2pj8U9u_gsaAgToEALw_wcB] Chris OTP 2 - Vacheron Overseas [https://www.vacheron-constantin.com/us/en/watches/all-collections/overseas.html?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=SA360&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=A-VACHQ-US-EN-COL_OVERSEAS-PROL-FY25-WAT-OVERSEAS-SN-AUC-PU-LXA-GG-BR-RIC3A5PXEMT&utm_id=1750182645&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1750182645&gbraid=0AAAAADj0cpIpWGhrnihi33jtnE9k9rd6u&gclid=CjwKCAjwwpDQBhAuEiwAa-4WoxGRz7uwriJt1GojFWlU7yczjaj5irIVAZ-yEVqgrHoeb7dOiwtV5BoCNvMQAvD_BwE] Chris UTR 2 - Yema Wristmaster Slim Small Seconds [https://yema.us/products/yema-wristmaster-slim-cmm-29-76-26-29-05-sn-m] Iman OTP 2 - Studio Underdog 01 Series  [https://underd0g.com/pages/01series-collection] Iman UTR 2 - Chronoswiss Delphis Jump Hour  [https://www.chrono24.com/chronoswiss/delphis--id46221209.htm?searchHash=b39b50fd_xHeWwU&pos=1] Chris OTP 3 - Rolex Daytona [https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watches/cosmograph-daytona/m126500ln-0001] Chris UTR 3 - Hanhart 417 ES Flyback [https://www.hanhart.com/en/product/417-es-heritage-flyback-39mm/?v=15fc885b9ab6] Iman OTP 3 - Rolex Explorer II  [https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watches/explorer-ii/m226570-0001] Iman UTR 3 - Glycine Airman [https://www.glycinestore.com/watches/?collection=AIRMAN&casesize_min=36&casesize_max=44&price_min=245&price_max=1095] 1:11:30 - Watch News: Swatch x AP  Monochrome Announcement Article [https://monochrome-watches.com/audemars-piguet-x-swatch-royal-pop-convertible-pocket-watch-sistem51-video-review-availability-price/] Follow us on the 'gram: You'll find us @ataleoftwowristies Chris is @poppingcrowns Iman is @ticktick_taptap And most importantly, our mascot Phantom is @phantom_of_the_pupra Just starting the hobby? Start with Ep. 11 WRISTIES WATCH GLOSSARY & RECOMMENDATIONS [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aw3qW5PQbXDo-MpCjMOkEk0IP8pLFMK-1opjFFFwYsQ/edit?usp=sharing]

Episode 25: The Wristies First Annual Touch and Feel Session - Watches and Wonders 2026 Recap

The Wristies get touchy-feely with the new releases! 3:18 - The Wristies Catch Up 18:55 - Wrist Checks Iman’s Vario x RZE Collab Watch [https://vario.sg/products/vario-x-rze-ultrahex-trench-medallion-yellow-watch] Chris’s Seiko Arnie [https://www.instagram.com/p/DXZ24bFkWDX/?img_index=1] 23:20 - Main Segment: Watches and Wonders Wristy Recap Grand Seiko’s New Divers  [https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/intro-grand-seiko-ufa-divers] IWC Releases [https://revolutionwatch.com/iwc-at-watches-and-wonders-2026/] Rolex Releases [https://monochrome-watches.com/all-the-new-rolex-models-of-2026-live-from-watches-wonders/] Tudor Releases [https://revolutionwatch.com/tudor-at-watches-and-wonders-2026/] Oris Star [https://wornandwound.com/watches-wonders-oris-reintroduces-the-star-a-true-1960s-throwback/] Vacheron Overseas [https://revolutionwatch.com/vacheron-constantin-at-watches-and-wonders-2026/] Cartier Watches and Wonders Releases [https://revolutionwatch.com/cartier-at-watches-and-wonders-2026/] 50:00 - Trends Integrated Bracelets Will Never Die JLC Integrated Bracelet Releases [https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-jaeger-lecoultre-master-control-chronometre-a-new-integrated-bracelet-sport-watch-in-three-model] Stone Dials Piaget Polo Lapis [https://monochrome-watches.com/piaget-polo-79-white-gold-blue-stone-sodalite-dial-2026-review/] 1:01:23 - Watches our Audience Wanted The Wristies to Touch On Patek Philippe Ellipse - Chris refuses to link to this watch Piaget Stone Dial and Jewelry Watches [https://timeandtidewatches.com/piaget-leans-into-stone-dials-for-watches-and-wonders-2026-video/] AP Stone Bracelet Watch  [https://www.watchtime.com/brands/luxury-watches/audemars-piguet-2026-atelier-des-tablisseurs] 1:06:40 - The Wristies Favorites of the Show TAG Solargraph  [https://www.ablogtowatch.com/hands-on-debut-the-tag-heuer-formula-1-solargraph-38mm-pastel-collection-elevates-the-brands-entry-level-model/] Parmigiani Chrono [https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/introducing-parmigiani-tonda-pf-chronograph-mysterieux-steel-mineral-blue] Panerai Destro 44mm [https://monochrome-watches.com/panerai-luminor-pam01731-and-luminor-destro-pam01732-1960s-marina-militare-inspired-video-review-price/] Cartier Roadster  [https://www.cartier.com/en-us/watches/collections/roadster/roadster-watch--CRWSRD0014.html] Bulgari Octo 37mm Gold [https://www.bulgari.com/en-us/product/104120?srsltid=AfmBOoolgWbRAb3ezW-SJtSTEPepHoFcfxqE3kN3etmO-T_Kl1PvKizq] Hautlence Kubera  [https://monochrome-watches.com/hautlence-kubera-series-1-introducing-price/] 4 Rolex Daytonas - Off-Catalog [https://www.esquire.com/uk/watches/a71072084/the-4m-rolex-daytona-watch-set-you-werent-meant-to-see/] 1:24:40 - Watch Crimes Norqain Sprinkles  [https://www.ablogtowatch.com/new-release-the-sweetest-watch-of-2026-is-the-norqain-freedom-chrono-enjoy-life-sprinkles/] Moser Pump  [https://www.watchonista.com/articles/novelties/slam-dunk-h-moser-cie-streamliner-pump-will-your-wrist-game] Follow us on the 'gram: You'll find us @ataleoftwowristies Chris is @poppingcrowns Iman is @ticktick_taptap And most importantly, our mascot Phantom is @phantom_of_the_pupra Just starting the hobby? Start with Ep. 11 WRISTIES WATCH GLOSSARY & RECOMMENDATIONS [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aw3qW5PQbXDo-MpCjMOkEk0IP8pLFMK-1opjFFFwYsQ/edit?usp=sharing]