Calibre Podcast Presented by Watches of Switzerland

In this episode, we turned an Instagram live between our CEO Brian Duffy and CEO of Breitling Georges Kern into a podcast. They discuss the latest releases from Breitling; the ladies Navitimer 35, Superocean Heritage and Chronomat, and what to expect from the brand

In this episode, our International Senior Watch Buyer Faye Soteri, and Head of Watch Buying Mark Toulson discuss the most iconic watches featured in movies. From James Bond to Apocalypse Now, they discuss the significance of featuring timepieces in these movies and what it means for the brand.

We are excited to meet with Deputy Editor of British GQ Bill Prince who talks to our CEO Brian Duffy about his career, his passion for watches and what to expect this year from some of the most luxurious watch brands. This podcast was recorded before the postponement of Watches & Wonders and Baselworld 2020.

In this episode, our International Senior Watch Buyer Faye Soteri, and Head of Watch Buying Mark Toulson to discuss the history and the significance of Perpetual Calendars in a leap year. This podcast was recorded before the postponement of Watches & Wonders and Baselworld 2020 Fairs

In our latest Calibre podcast, we’re excited to meet businessman, entrepreneur, former Dragons’ Den and previous employee of Watches of Switzerland Theo Paphitis. He talks to our CEO Brian Duffy about their passion for retail, their stints as high-profile executives at football teams (Celtic and Millwall FC, respectively) and, of course, their shared love of timepieces.

Episode 24  of the Calibre podcast sees Watches of Switzerland CEO Brian Duffy in conversation with football manager, King of the jungle and keen watch enthusiast Harry Redknapp. They discuss Harry's football career, future projects he has coming up and some of their favourite timepieces. We hope you enjoy.

This episode of the Calibre podcast celebrates our 1st anniversary with very special guests. Watches of Switzerland CEO Brian Duffy is joined in conversation by watch journalists and married couple Alex Doak and Laura McCreddie- Doak. They discuss their careers, watch gifting for him and her and explore iconic and niche watches. 

This episode of the Calibre podcast celebrates our 1st anniversary with very special guest, Zenith CEO Julien Tornare. Watches of Switzerland CEO Brian Duffy is joined in conversation by Julien where they explore the history of the Zenith brand, the importance of Charles Vermot and the El Primero movement's 50th anniversary. 

Our Head of Watch Buying Mark Toulson sits down with John Burns, Head of Aftercare to discuss the relevance and importance of the Aftercare process, how to keep your timepiece in working order and more about At Your Service.

CEO of Watches of Switzerland Group, Brian Duffy is back in conversation with author and renowned Rolex expert James Dowling. The podcast delves deep into the major breakthroughs of Rolex and how it became one of the most recognisable luxury watch brands in the world.    

Joined by our Head of Watch Buying Mark Toulson, this episode discusses the latest Panerai watch release, the Submersible, and how Jean-Marc plans to push the brand forward. Live aboard Eilean, Panerai's luxury yacht.  

Nick Foulkes, a renowned author, journalist and watch expert joins Watches of Switzerland Group CEO, Brian Duffy to discuss the iconic Swiss brand, OMEGA.

Learn about the history of Bremont’s exclusive collaborations and some of the key manufacturing decisions through the course of time. Join CEO of Watches of Switzerland Group Brian Duffy and Bremont’s CEO brothers, Nick and Giles English as they discuss British watch engineering, Bremont’s partnerships within the MOD and RAF as well as how the company has developed and evolved over time. Calibre O...

A conversation about the brand, development of timepieces and the relationship between Italian creativity and Swiss watchmaking.    Recorded at Baselworld 2019, this interview with Piero Braga, CEO of Gucci Timepieces discusses the popularity of the brand, staying relevant to generations of customers and how Gucci's iconic fashion and accessories style translates to their timepieces.  Calibre Onli...

Interview with CEO of IWC, Christoph Grainger-Herr, discussing what to expect in 2019.  In this interview, recorded at SIHH 2019, we were lucky enough to sit down with the CEO of IWC, Christoph-Grainger Herr where we had the opportunity to discuss the new pilot’s watch collection for 2019, a little about the wonder-material ceratanium and also the exclusive partnership between IWC and Spitfire’s T...

Learn about the history of diving watches and some of the key models through the course of time.    Join CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group Brian Duffy, Senior Watch Buyer - International, Faye Soteri and Head of Watch Buying, Mark Toulson, as they discuss the foundation of the diver's watch and how it has developed and evolved over time.    Calibre Online: www.calibre-online.com   Instagram:...

The vast, rich history of Pilot Watches spans over 110 decades and since 1904, Pilot Watches have been a prominent timepiece that, over time, has been refined and perfected by some of the world's most leading watch manufacturers.  Led by CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group, Brian Duffy and joined by David Lindsay, Head of VIP Sales and Mark Toulson, Head of Watch Buying, this episode covers th...

Our Baselworld 2019 Wrap-up, featuring our CEO, Brian Duffy and Head of Watch Buying Mark Toulson, together with International Senior Watch Buyer Faye Soteri, reviews the latest collections from Rolex, Patek Philippe, Breitling, Tudor and Zenith. Their favourites across all the collections are also discussed in this episode as Brian, Faye, and Mark all reflect on the pieces they've seen at this ye...

Exclusive interview with the CEO of Breitling as part of Baselworld 2019 live coverage.    On our first day at Baselworld 2019, Brian Duffy, CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group had the opportunity to sit down with the CEO of Breitling, Georges Kern. Discussing the past, present and future of Breitling, Mr. Kern told Brian about how some of the new collections have come to be and what we can ex...

The origins of the Chronograph timepiece including how to look after yours.   Discussing the history of Chronographs, CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group Brian Duffy along with Head of Watch Buying Mark Toulson, and Lee Reynalds, Watchmaker from our Oxford Street showroom sit down and talk about the history of Chronographs. They covered topics such as the origin of where the name ‘Chronograph’...

Interview with Olympic Snowboarder and friend of TAG Heuer, Aimee Fuller.   The February edition of The Calibre Podcast takes a change a pace as CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group, Brian Duffy, sits down with Olympic Snowboarder and friend of TAG Heuer, Aimee Fuller. The conversation with Aimee sees her discussing her partnership with TAG Heuer as well as some of the TAG Heuer timepieces that...

Honorary chairman of TAG Heuer Jack Heuer discusses his time in the watch industry.   Episode 8 of the Calibre Podcast Presented by Watches of Switzerland features a pioneer of the watch industry and honorary chairman of TAG Heuer; Jack Heuer sitting down with Head of Watch Buying at Watches of Switzerland, Mark Toulson.  In this episode, Mark discusses Mr. Heuer's time in the watch industry over...

From its founding through to present day, esteemed author and journalist Nicholas Foulkes.   Joined by CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group Brian Duffy, esteemed author and journalist Nicholas Foulkes discusses with Brian the history of Patek Philippe from its founding right through to present day.  Throughout the conversation, Mr. Foulkes touches on his experiences with watches and discusses t...

An icon within the industry, discover more about his esteemed career at TAG Heuer, Hublot, Omega and more.   In episode 6 of The Calibre Podcast, CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group, Brian Duffy joins Non-Executive Chairman of the LVMH Watchmaking Division, Jean-Claude Biver to discuss his long and illustrious career including his time at TAG Heuer, Hublot, Blancpain, Omega and more. Instagram...

Exclusive interview with founder of the New York City-based Analog/Shift, James Lamdin.   In episode 7, the Calibre Podcast features CEO of the Watches of Switzerland Group Brian Duffy sitting down with founder of the New York City-based Analog/Shift, James Lamdin. Brian speaks with James about his obsession with cars and when his fascination of watches began and ultimately led to the creation of...