Fifth Wrist Radio

n this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Roman sits down with James Henderson ( @henki_time ).  James us watch industry consultant, blogger, bon vivant, and the man behind The Hype NYC - a watch event dedicated to the indie watchmakers.   James shares the origin story of The Hype NYC ( @the_hype_nyc ) what m...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus ( ⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠ ) are joined by Felipe Pikullik ( @felipepikullik ), a fantastic German independent watchmaker. We chat about Felipe’s early fascination with watches, persistence in gaining entry to watchmaking school in Glashütte, and formative work with...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) is joined by Lewis Walduck ( @lewis_walduck ), fine clocks specialist at @bonhamsclocks ,  antiquarian horologist, clockmaker, and lover of the fine arts. In addition to his role at Bonhams, Lewis is also a Director of the British Watch and Clock Makers Guild: @b...

In this episode of Independent Thinking for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠ Radio podcast, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Adam ( ⁠⁠@mediumwatch⁠⁠ ) host Daryn Schnipper, Chairman Emeritus of Sotheby’s International Watch Division . We discuss Daryn’s incredible and influential career in the auction world, some of the important and history-making sales Daryn has been instrumental i...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) is joined by author Mitch Katz ( @uniquelyprototype ) to discuss his new mystery novel “Time Eternal” . We discuss Mitch’s previous horology collecting memor ( "Time on My Hands": and his debut murder-mystery novel Time Eternal. “Time Eternal” centers on a fictional...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) is joined Juho (“Julli” ) Huikkonen - Finnish independent watchmaker and founder of Reigi Timepieces . This open and honest conversation traces Julli’s discovery of watchmaking and training in Finland, as well as the passion and unique philosophy behind Reigi Watches...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, hosts Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus ( ⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠ ) are joined by CEO of Oris Watches ( @oris ) - Mr Rolf Studer ( @rolf_studer_ ). We discuss Oris' unique approach to horology, the company’s proud history since 1904, and the significance of maintaining independence. The conversa...

Today, the (still) ‘new’ Fifth Wrist European Gang talks about the winners of the GPHG and what we – as the far more qualified jury :-) – would have chosen.  Bonus material: what do we expect and/or hope for 2026 https://www.gphg.org/en/gphg-2025/nominated-timepieces https://www.gphg.org/en/prize-list-25 https://www.marcdarno.com/ https://inceptumitaly.it/ https://www.aurelia.watch/ watches were m...

In this episode of Independent Thinking for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠ Radio podcast, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Adam ( ⁠⁠@mediumwatch⁠⁠ ) discuss their 2025 horological highlights and evolutions of their personal collections over the years.  They share insights on the significance of complications like perpetual calendars and the impact of tariffs on Swiss watches in 202...

In this episode of Independent Thinking for ⁠@FifthWrist ⁠ Radio podcast, host Adam ( ⁠@mediumwatch⁠ ) welcome Benoît Mintiens, founder of Ressence Watches ( @ressence_watches ). We discuss Ressence’s unique approach to watchmaking, focusing on innovative design and functionality over traditional complications. Benoît shares insights into Ressence's distinctive time display methods, the challe...

Claus (@tapir_ffm) and Wolfgang (@w_a_t_c_h_s_t_y_l_e) met with Jure von Ercigoj (@ercigojart) for a special conversation about two worlds that, at first glance, have nothing in common – yet form a fascinating connection. Since 1923, the Ercigoj family has been running their embroidery studio through now five generations. What began with intricate embroidered designs for the Church and elaborate f...

In this episode of Independent Thinking for @FifthWrist Radio podcast, host Adam ( @mediumwatch ) welcomes Scott Lancaster, founder of Emerton Scott ( @emertonscott ), to discuss the intricacies of watch design and the importance of branding.  Calling in from Bangkok, Scott shares how he merges branding principles with product design to create the ultimate 'go anywhere, do anything' watch....

Welcome to Driving Time, a podcast where horology meets the automotive world. Join Tom and Teesaan as they stumble their way through cars and watches and everything in between. This episode we have on Brendan (@Artneun) the man behind a curated exhibition featuring Porsche sportscars. Now heading into its third year taking place in the Morris Moor Precinct in Moorabbin and we are also joined by fo...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio we talk to Marco Guarino from Marc&Darnò. “From the Hills of Piedmont to the Stars” Marco Guarino lives and works in Asti, in a workshop that’s also his home. There, he creates no ordinary watches, but mechanical masterpieces that bring the sun, moon, and time into harmony. What started as an evening course turned into a li...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) sits down for a chat with Kenny and Raf from ZLTD Watches ( ⁠@zltdwatches⁠ ), a relatively new entrant in the indie horology world.  We discuss the journey of ZLTD Watches, covering the Series 1.0 and 1.5 (both of which Roman is lucky to own!), the evolution of Z...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus ( ⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠ ) sit down with Manuel Emch ( @emchtagram ), the visionary behind many contemporary watchmaking innovations, spearheading @kollokium and @louiserardofficial . The conversation traverses Manuel’s illustrious career, from his influential work...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Adam (@mediumwatch) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) talk to Tom van Wijlick, founder of CDMLEC, the group which has brought @airain and @leboisandco back to a splendid life. After we (as everybody else currently does) discuss about tariffs (but featuring the inside view of a supplier of Swiss Made watches), we get into the two amazing...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Adam (@mediumwatch) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) talk to Christoph Schnee, founder of Belchengruppe (@belchengruppe).  We don't just talk about watches in general and those of the Belchengruppe, we take a broad look at watch and font design and design as a whole, the openmovement idea, the general concept and perception of time...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠@FifthWrist⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus ( ⁠@tapir_ffm⁠ ) interview  Dr Sébastien Chaulmontet - proprietor of Albishorn Watches ( @albishorn_watches ), book author and a multifaceted expert in horology, chronographs and movement design. Our discussion explores Albishorn’s unique approach to creating &...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @TimesRomanAU ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus ( @tapir_ffm ) interview Inga Duffy-Shorokhova, Director of Marketing (and daughter of the brand's creator) from Alexander Shorokhoff watches ( @alexander_shorokhoff ). We delve into the history and unique journey of the brand, starting with Inga's father, Alexande...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for@FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) is joined by Yan ( @Yandretti ), a passionate watch collector from New York, known for his diverse and unique collection.  The discussion dives into the world of independent watchmaking, spotlighting diverse makers like Fernando Ronzon ( @f.ronzon ), Behrens ( @behrensofficial...

Today the "modified" Fifth Wrist European Gang talks about four hitters and four shitters of the new watches of the Watches and Wonders and the surrounding events.  Huge love goes out to Benoît aka @petitsecondes Shoutout to Jon Woods aka @jonthewatch Hitters: Phil (@pippy): https://angelus-watches.com/collections/la-fabrique/chronographe-telemetre-gold-white Wolfgang (@w_a_t_c_h_s_t_y_l_e): https...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for@FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ )and Claus ( ⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠ ) speak with Thomas Brechtel (@watchesandwords ) - horological author, photographer and skateboarder! We delve into Thomas's extensive knowledge in horology,covering his background in scientific writing, his passion for photography, and his deep apprecia...

Bjoern Altmann In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ) and Claus ( @tapir_ffm ) speak with Bjoern Altmann ( @bjoernaltmann ) - horological illustrator, typographer, author and designer. Bjorn Altmann, a graphic designer and illustrator with a deep passion for horology. Discover Bjoern's journey from Germany to London,...

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for Fifth Wrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ hosts  Charles Le Menestrel owner and CEO of  independent watch brand Ollech & Wajs (@ow-watches ) We discuss the O&W’s  rich history, from its origins in 1956 Zurich, where founders began by supplying military and professional watches, to its innovative strides in diving and av...