The Escapement

The Road to The Escapement

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A new chapter in watch culture begins. The Road to The Escapement explores the world of luxury watches, horology, and collector culture through conversations with the people shaping the industry. From rare timepieces and independent watch brands to the evolving landscape of global watch events, we go behind the scenes with founders, collectors, and industry leaders redefining modern watch culture. Hosted by the team behind The Escapement, this podcast offers an inside look at one of the most exciting new platforms in the world of high-end watches and horology. For collectors. By collectors.

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Who is Romain Gauthier beyond the workshop? 09.07.2026 1:14:05

Who is Romain Gauthier beyond the workshop? In this episode of The Road To The Escapement, we sit down with Romain Gauthier for an honest conversation about craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, and the mindset behind creating exceptional timepieces. Romain Gauthier shares the story behind his brand, the importance of believing in your own vision, and why precision and patience are at the heart of ever...

"Good Isn't Good Enough" - Greubel Forsey CEO 01.07.2026 33:29

What does it take to lead one of the most respected brands in modern watchmaking? In this episode of The Road to The Escapement, we sit down with Michel Nydegger, the youngest CEO in the history of Greubel Forsey, to discuss leadership, responsibility, and the pursuit of perfection. Known for its uncompromising approach to craftsmanship, Greubel Forsey has built a reputation for creating some of t...

The "Impossible" Watch That Sold Out Instantly 19.06.2026 34:39

What happens when you take watchmaking out of the workshop and into the forest? In this episode of The Road To The Escapement, we join Marko Koncina and Amr Sindi, one of the co-founders of Kollokium for a walk through a Vitaparcours sports track in Zurich, Switzerland, combining physical challenges with an open and honest conversation about watchmaking, design, and the philosophy behind the brand...

What It Really Takes to Become a Master Watchmaker 16.06.2026 51:09

What does it take to preserve a centuries-old craft while pushing it into the future? In this episode of The Road to The Escapement, we sit down with master watchmaker Luca Soprana to explore the journey that shaped one of the most respected figures in contemporary horology. From his early fascination with mechanics and timepieces to training under some of the industry's most renowned watchma...

Rexhep Rexhepi’s Secret Project No One Knew About 07.06.2026 10:22

For Rexhep Rexhepi, the search for the perfect sound became a journey of its own. In this episode of The Road to The Escapement, master watchmaker Rexhep Rexhepi takes us inside one of the most fascinating and challenging aspects of modern watchmaking: the pursuit of the perfect gong. From years of experimentation and countless setbacks to breakthrough moments and meticulous craftsmanship, Rexhep...

A Global Watch Event Like You’ve Never Seen Before | The Escapement 29.05.2026 25:51

A new global watch event is redefining luxury, collectors, and modern horology. In this first episode, we sat down with founders Anish Bhatt, Ezzat Eid, and Ales Pohl to explore the vision behind The Escapement. From the rise of Abu Dhabi as a new hub for luxury watches to the importance of community in today’s watch world, this conversation offers an inside look at a new kind of watch event bring...