Bellingham Podcast

Meet Jared of Buying On Time. He is known online for passion for Bulova watches, the founder and owner of the vintage sales & restoration of watches on the site Buying On Time, and friend of ours in the #watchfam. BuyingOnTime on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/buyingontime/ BOT on the web https://www.buyingontime.com/watches --- The Analog Explorer: www.theanalogexplorer.com This is a public...

Meet Alena; a watchmaker in Seattle, a lover of cars, a avid PNW adventurer, and friend of ours in the #watchfam _a_diaz_ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_a_diaz_ Seattle Watchmaking https://www.instagram.com/seattlewatchmaking/ --- The Analog Explorer: www.theanalogexplorer.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episod...

Meet Eric of EA Leather Goods. He is known online for his bespoke leather craft, his custom leather watch straps, and for being a good friend of ours in the #watchfam EA8 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ea8/ Where to get a check out EA8's leather craft https://www.instagram.com/ealeathergoods/ --- The Analog Explorer: www.theanalogexplorer.com This is a public episode. If you would like to...

Meet Terry of ToxicNatos, a name well known in the community for his killer NATO style straps and a friend of ours in the #watchfam ToxicNatos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toxicnatos/ Where to get a ToicNATO https://www.toxicnatos.com/ --- The Analog Explorer: www.theanalogexplorer.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...

Meet Dan (@danc21cy), a watch collector in the British Military, and a friend of ours in the #watchfam. Dan: https://www.instagram.com/danc21cy/ Elliot Brown https://www.instagram.com/ebwatches/?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=11pl1w5gywvvy Holton 354 Project https://www.pageandcooper.com/watch-brands/page-and-cooper-collabs/ Zulu Alpha Straps: https://www.instagram.com/zulualphastraps/?utm_sou...

Coming soon a Bellingham Podcast mini-series on the #watchfam. Check back to the podcast feed this weekend for the first episode. A post is up on the backstory of this mini-series: https://ajbarse.com/analog-explorer-bellingham-podcast/ And is supported by The Analog Explorer, www.theanalogexplorer.com . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acce...

We have two words for ya: Watch straps! AJ and Chris are surveying the landscape of accessories for your timepiece. Tune into this fun BhamPodcast watchstrap roundup. #WatchFam Analog Explorer X Bham Podcast mini series Utility vs Style Categories: * Nylon (for the rugged type or casual) * Casual NATO/G10 style strap Why you should save your money and DON'T just buy a cheap NATO * Nylon weave and...

Chris goes out on assignment for Bham Podcast to spotlight a long-time Bellingham non-profit; the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC). Tune into this interview on location with Moonwater, Executive Director of the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center. * E.D. Since 2005, 14 years. Lead instructor for the WDRC's 40-hour professional mediation training. * 2014 Bellingham-Whatcom Chamber of Commerce...

On the heals of an episode on where our attention goes when we are bored, Facebook turned 15, and a book on Digital Minimalism was released. Chris and AJ talk about what your data (bored or otherwise) says and can cost you, and some ways to go about changing that. Listener comments from Ep 109 “I have found my book to read to escape boredom and utilise my time to continue learning! #bhampodcast” R...

It's shunned by society, yet necessary for the creative process. It's something we endured so much as youngsters, and never seem to experience as grown-ups. Am we boring you yet? If so, GOOD! We're going to explore the life changing magic of boredom and if and where if belongs in our daily life. What's on wrist: Big shout out to watchfam and friend of the show @ea8, for sending us two absolutely k...

Henry David Thoreau once said, “Goodness is the only investment that never fails," and your PNW duo say “When you invest in yourself, you'll never feel bankrupt.” This week Chris and AJ are talking about ways to contribute in various ways to your internal savings account with some solid Bham returns on investment. AJ * Do more, social media less, and more time 'Doing' * www.analogexplorer.com Chri...

On this episode, Chris talks about The OVN Experience, AJ hits on eperincing the mountain from a childs point of view, and the PNW podcast duo talk about SIHH and answer questions from Instagram. All that and more on this episode of the #bhampodcast. * OVN woodfired pizza in Fairhaven ( http://www.ovnwoodfiredpizza.com/) * Healthy ingredients from local partners like Carne, Ferndale Farmstead Chee...

On this episode, Chris and AJ take this second week of the new year to dive into a transparency pool. Airing what is on their minds for 2019, and what they are personally looking forward to trying in the coming year. As opposed to episodes past on their New Year resolutions, your PNW hosts talk about the trends they are trying to make as a habit, or a habit to try to buck for 2019. And they hope e...

We are back from holiday! Be sure to check out the January Edition of Bellingham Alive- you might want to check out their "Fave Five." On this episode: What Digital Hygge is and isn't, and for $100,000 Lifewater dollars would giving up your smartphone help you find it? Chris' took on the non smartphone phone experiment...how long did he last with a non-smartphone and what effects did it have on hi...

AJ is back on the mic, but still with a chest cold and cough that lingers. But your PNW duo has four stocking stuffers, three bad jokes, two reflections looking back on 2018, and one fun-filled podcast with nothing but holiday cheer. Housekeeping- Bham Podcast Website- New look; same site: bellinghampodcast.com ( http://bellinghampodcast.com/) Last minute stocking stuffing Hide & Drink watch roll...

AJ and Chris are off the mic this week to take some R&R and recoup from rounds of germs that are floating in the holiday air. But Chris brings you a small "tidings" of comfort and joy... This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

On this episode not only are we on location in the "Writers Penthouse" of Village Books, but also this episode was made is in partnership with our very own Village Books, and Seattle based Libro. FM ! We have our FIRST long distance interview, AJ has some talk time with Mark Pearson, the CEO and founder of Libro. FM . And Chris and AJ sit down in the Writers Corner of Village Books and talk with t...

Tis the “Season of Less?” Chris is back with his silky baritone voice. AJ & Chris are looking at letting go of various software, media content, and streaming services. Meanwhile, looking at new independent content creators. Heat up some peppermint tea and settle into your sofa. It's time once again... For the Bellingham Podcast. Housekeeping Thanks to everyone who have reached out to the show, we...

Thanksgiving station break- Chris away from the mic due to illness. AJ on the mic with some seasonal recommendations during this (US) holiday season. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

Welcome to season 5 of The Bellingham Podcast! For episode 101 we are coming back to the topic that got us going from the start; gear Thanks to everyone who has been contacting us with regards to sponsoring an episode. Chris and I are going through each of the emails and we will be chatting more about that soon, should anything pan out. Travel to Vancouver: RedBar YVR * Watches * WatchFam - Ryan,...

On this 100th episode of the Bellingham Podcast, AJ and Chris have a very special guest- the Mayor of Bellingham, Kelli Linville. Office of Mayor Kelli Linville - https://www.cob.org/gov/mayor Thanks to everyone who subscribes and listens to the show! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack...

This is our big thank you listener episode! After 98 shows, AJ and Chris are very thankful to be able to be doing what they do: having a conversation on the mic about stuff that interests them and the community in which they live. Thank you EVERYONE for listening and supporting the show. And stay tuned for Episode 100- with an interview with a very special guest. Where we at? Barkley Village Woods...

Nidhamu (Discipline) AJ and Chris wrap up the common theme across the last three miniseries in this final episode in the" Words of Note series". What the heck was that sentence Chris said? “It is important to have discipline in your life.” - in Swahili! What is Nidhamu? ( https://en.bab.la/dictionary/swahili-english/nidhamu) From the Swahili Wikipedia ( https://sw.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nidhamu) - “A...

Manan AJ and Chris are continuing their Words of Note series with one that you might not be familiar with, but it gives you a chance to think...and reflect: An exploration of Manan KNKX - A Walking Tour of Bellingham ( http://www.knkx.org/post/walking-tour-through-downtown-bellingham) Special thanks to Geoffrey Redick, producer of KNKX's All Things Considered Shout-out to KNKX for hosting a “KNKX...

Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement, is the second topic Chris and AJ cover in their Word of Note mini series. Not from a design standpoint, or how to make a better product; but from the perspective for how anyone can seek out change small changes for their personal good. All that and more, and your favorite PNW aficionados are four episodes away from their 100th!. From Toyota's Blog ( http://blog.t...