The Dialed In Podcast

After a six-month hiatus, Mo and Gene are finally back in the booth to discuss life’s major milestones and a serious influx of new timepieces. From career shifts to personal losses, the duo dives into the stories behind their latest acquisitions, ranging from sentimental heirlooms to high-octane "hype" watches. This episode covers: The Return: Why the guys took a half-year break and how their live...

Welcome to a very special 20th installment of The Dialed In Pod! Your questions, our stories. Mo & Gene fire up the Horology Hotline to answer the most pressing luxury watch questions. From sizing to selling, they cover it all, r ecounting personal tales from their respective collections, detailing the highs, the lows, and the watches that defined their journey. A must-listen for any watch ent...

On this week's episode Mo & Gene dive into some old world rules for wearing watches and rewrite the rulebooks. We're also talking about Iconic Watches and whether they're overrated or underrated. As always, there are some hot takes along the way. So strap in, pour yourself a glass of something nice, and let's get DIALED IN. Links to Watches: Some watches mentioned H Moser Endeavor Seconds Conc...

Join Mo & Gene as we dive into the wild world of Vintage and Neo-Vintage Watches. We talk through the vintage pieces in our collections, the buying experiences we've had (good, bad, and ugly), and share some tips and tricks to use when buying vintage. Why do vintage watches spark so much more emotion in us than modern pieces? Find out our thoughts on the episode and share yours with us after!...

After a short summer hiatus, Mo & Gene are back! We've got some stories for you from our travels and we're breaking down one too many watch purchases we've made since we last put out an episode. We walk through the new pieces, where we bought them, why we bought them, and so much more. As always, there's no barrier to entry on The Dialed In Pod, just a love for watches. Let's get Dialed In! Wa...

In this week's episode, Mo & Gene are talking about all things Summer Watches. The timepieces that look great poolside, at a barbecue, or even on a yacht in the South of France (if that's how you roll). Fear not, The Dialed In Pod has you covered. Follow the pod on TikTok and Insta: @thedialedinpod and reach out to let us know what we missed on our list of quintessential summer watches. Let us...

Tune in this week to hear Mo & Gene talk about whether or not Grail Watches really exist, how to get a rolex at retail, and so much more. As always, there's no barrier to entry on The Dialed In Pod, just a love for watches. Let's get dialed in. Watches Mentioned: Gene Wristcheck: White Gold Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi Mo Wristcheck: Ingenieur Automatic 42mm Black Ceramic Blancpain 38mm Fifty Fat...

Tune in this week to hear Mo & Gene dicuss all things watches: gifting watches, the perfect three watch collection, debates on whether or not accuracy matters, recent releases from Tudor & Blacpain, and so much more. Let's get dialed in. Link to the Listener Survey Watches mentioned in this episode: Gene's wristcheck: CasiOak GA2100SKE-7A Mo's wristcheck: Rolex Rose Gold Daytona, Chocolate...

Mo & Gene are back with another weekly installment of The Dialed In Podcast. On this week's episode they dive into the world of Microbrands and each bring a list of watches they love under $5K - from the micros and the big guys. As always, no barrier to entry, just a love for watches. Let's get dialed in. Mo & Gene want your feedback! Please take 5mins to fill out the anonymous Listener Su...

Tune in this week to hear what Mo & Gene think you're doing wrong with your watches. All in good fun, of course. We tackle topics like wearing watches over your shirt cuff (ew), wearing two watches, leaving chronographs running, playing sports with watches, and so much more. If you have 5mins, please give us some anonymous feedback here: Listener Survey . There's also a Q&A section in case...

Tune in this week to hear Mo & Gene debunk completely stupid myths about watches. From the "Swiss Made" fallacy to luxury watches needing to be expensive. We address each one of the dumb things people say about watches on the internet and tell you why they are completely wrong. Please take 5mins and fill out this super quick listener survey to help us make this podcast BETTER. Responses are co...

In this episode, Mo & Gene are answering the question every collector eventually faces: Once you’ve got the watch, what do you need next? From watch rolls, winders, extra straps, and display and protective cases to loupes, spring bar tools, and timegraphers, we’re diving into the accessories that make collecting more fun, functional, and fulfilling.  This episode is packed with practical advic...

Tune into this week's episode to hear Mo & Gene trade hot takes on watches and what they say about the people wearing them. From Rolex Submariners to Richard Mille's, they have thoughts on all the watches AND their owners...and they're not holding back. As always, Mo & Gene kick off the episode with a brief roundup of recent happenings in the watch world. This week they're covering auction...

Join Mo on another solo pod to hear about what really grinds his gears when it comes to watches. We kick off the episode discussing the watches at the Miami Grand Prix and the Met Gala this week and close it out with a horological rant about watches, the collecting community, and those damn #watchinfluencers. As always, there's no barrier to entry, just a love for watches. Tune in and let's get Di...

Join Mo on this solo pod as he deep dives into one of the most enduring and prestigious alliances in the luxury world: the historic partnership between Swiss watchmaking giant Patek Philippe and American jewelry icon Tiffany & Co. Spanning over 170 years, this collaboration has yielded some of the most valuable timepieces ever created. Tune in as we unravel the history, explore the significanc...

In this episode, Mo & Gene get brutally honest about the biggest mistakes they’ve made buying watches—and the ones they see all too often in the community. From falling for hype watches and emotional purchases to skipping critical research and underestimating the cost of ownership, they break it all down to help you steer clear of costly regrets. Whether you’re just getting into watches or dee...

What does your favorite character’s watch say about them? In this episode of The Dialed In Podcast, Mo & Gene break down the best (and worst) watch x character pairings spotted in TV and film—from the pitch-perfect symbolism in Succession and The Sopranos to the surprising misfires like Jordan Belfort’s TAG Heuer in Wolf of Wall Street. Kicking things off with White Lotus, the duo dives deep i...

Beyond telling time, the humble wristwatch can be a powerful catalyst for connection. In Episode 4, Mo & Gene dive into the fascinating ways watch enthusiasts bond with each other - from sparking conversations about favorite brands and movements to sharing deeply personal stories tied to cherished timepieces. We explore the shared passion, the sense of community, and the unexpected friendships...

Join Mo & Gene as they break down the newest releases from Rolex and Tudor at Watches & Wonders! The Land Dweller is poorly named, but did it hit the mark or completely fall flat? Find out which pieces were discontinued and which ones got a facelift.  Listen in for their unfiltered rapid reactions, insights, and bold predictions.

Mo & Gene have very different philosophies when it comes to choosing watches to bring on a trip. In this episode, we dive into the watches we travel with, how we travel with them, and expose some wild facts about bringing watches across boarders. We also discuss Louis Vuitton watches and what the brand’s future looks like in high horology timepieces.  Let’s get dialed in.  Follow us on social:...

Welcome to The Dialed In Podcast. Meet Mo & Gene and listen to them discuss their watch journeys, grails, and new trends.