OT: The Podcast

55:59

3D Printed Watches: How Apiar's Matt Oosthuizen is...

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2026/09/25

Today's guest, Matt Oosthuizen, is one of the co-founders of Apiar, a UK-based watch brand that's the result of a passion not just for watches, but for experimenting with new technologies. Apiar, which debuted in 2023, is literally built different. Rather than following the traditional path, Apiar leans into additive manufacturing. With cases and dials printed using 3D technology, Apiar makes designs that couldn't be achieved through traditional methods, and as Oosthuizen notes, it's a constantly

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42:22

The Best of Geneva Watch Days 2026

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2026/09/14

Geneva Watch Days went from 7 brands to 70+ — and the releases didn't disappoint. This week, Andy and Felix break down the highlights, the head-scratchers, and one very strategic Tudor surprise. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 4:20 A. Lange & Söhne Triple Split & 1815 Up/Down 6:12 Tudor Northflag GMT 10:05 Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Dual Time × Vianney Halter 14:19 Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Dazzle 16:10 Gallet joins the House of Brands 20:45 Zenith Chronomaster Solo Sport 23:46 Ming 57.05 Comet 25:45 Gérald Genta

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01:08:02

Hodinkee Australia's Jamie Weiss on why a local...

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2026/08/14

Earlier this year, news dropped that Australia was getting its very own local version of Hodinkee, proving (among other things) the strength of the local watch scene. A few months on, the first issue of the Hodinkee Australia magazine has dropped, and it felt like the perfect time to chat to founding editor (and professional yapper), Jamie Weiss, about his journey in the watch world and how Hodinkee Australia is different to the OG masthead, along with plenty of inside baseball references. Supported

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01:01:39

Inside the New Atelier Wen Perception V3 (with...

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2026/07/17

It's a big week on OT: The Podcast, and not just because Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married. It's a big week because we've got the charming co-founder of Atelier Wen back on, and this time he's talking about the evolution of the brand's offering and ethos, something embodied in the very impressive new Perception V3. Before that, Andy does some watch spotting, and Felix talks about Seiko and Blancpain. This week's episode is supported by Atelier Wen. Find out more about their collections and

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46:03

June Watch News: Andy's Japan Watch Hunting & Massive...

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2026/06/27

After a quick break, Andy and Felix are back behind the microphones! We kick things off with a deep dive into Andy's incredibly watch-heavy trip to Japan. From heavy-hitting independent watchmaking like Naoya Hida and Zenith, to the brilliant microbrands of Kurono Tokyo and Kuoe Kyoto, we cover the insane Japanese vintage scene and why Tokyo remains a mecca for watch collectors. 🇯🇵✈️ Meanwhile, Felix catches Andy up on what he missed back home, including the spectacular premiere of the NGV's

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37:04

Inside Chopard: Karl-Fritz Scheufele on Alpine Eagle,...

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2026/05/28

This week, Andy sits down with Karl-Fritz Scheufele, Chief of Staff – Craft, Digital & Experience at Chopard and a third-generation member of the family that manages this historic brand. 🇨🇭✨ Karl-Fritz takes us on a deep dive into Chopard's watchmaking legacy, exploring 30 years of L.U.C Chopard, often called the "brand within a brand" for its exceptional high horology. He also shares the fascinating behind-the-scenes story of his pivotal role in bringing the widely acclaimed Alpine Eagle

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30:44

Astronaut Drew Feustel: The Future of Space Habitats,...

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2026/05/21

This week, we are continuing our deep dive into the fascinating connection between watches and space exploration! 🛰️ We are incredibly honoured to welcome VAST Lead Astronaut Drew Feustel to the show. As a NASA veteran with 225 days in space, Drew has now transitioned to the private sector to help design and build the future of commercial space habitation with VAST. Felix chats with Drew about the unique challenges of living in zero gravity, why small design choices make a massive impact in orbit,

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26:22

IWC in Space: Human-Centric Design with Hillary Coe &...

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2026/05/14

Can design save your life in space? 🚀 This week, Felix sits down with Hillary Coe, Chief Design and Marketing Officer at VAST (and former SpaceX design lead), to discuss the intersection of storytelling and survival. From the IWC Space Watch to the future of human-centric design in orbit, Hillary explains why imagination is a mission-critical tool. But first, Andy and Felix dive into the week's biggest watch news, including a hidden gem in the IWC Pilot's collection, a "plus-sized" surprise from

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32:46

IWC CEO Chris Grainger on the Future of Pilot's and...

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2026/05/08

One of the OT: fixtures of Watches & Wonders is Andy's annual chat with Chris Grainger, who some claim is the most charming watch brand CEO. The 2026 instalment didn't disappoint — we found 15 minutes to chat in the middle of the incredibly busy booth, and learn about how IWC isn't just looking to the past as it celebrates 90 years of Pilot's Watches, but also the future with innovations like Ceralume and the impressive Venturer Vertical Drive, the brand's first watch made for space. Before that,

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01:20:34

Tom Chamberlin (The Rake, The Luxury Dispatch) on...

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2026/05/01

Now that Andy and Felix are back from their continental jaunt, it's time to return to England with this week's guest, the charming and learned Tom Chamberlin. Chamberlin has made a name for himself as the editor-in-chief of the influential style bible, The Rake, and, more recently, as the host of The Luxury Dispatch, a podcast dedicated to the refined and rare. We certainly touched on what constitutes luxury in fine watches, finding out what the wrist equivalent of a blue blazer is, why Uniqlo is

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40:09

All the Highlights of Watches & Wonders 2026, feat....

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2026/04/23

From the shores of Lake Geneva, Andy and Felix give their thoughts on all the highlights of Watches & Wonders 2026. From A. Lange & Söhne to Zenith and everything in between, we chat about why space is cool, and what it feels like to bicep curl 8kg of ethical gold, as well as why the subdial placement on the Santos de Cartier Chronograph is so good. Of course, we also tackle our favourite models, and some we think missed the mark. Patek Philippe stood out, as did Cartier and IWC's

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29:52

Cartier 2026 Deep Dive: Roadster Revival, Crash...

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2026/04/19

Recorded live and fresh from Geneva, we're taking a look at Cartier's new releases for 2026. After a decade in the archives, Cartier has officially resurrected the Roadster, and we have thoughts. In this episode, we're breaking down the entire Cartier 2026 lineup - from the Y2K nostalgia of the new Roadster Collection to the "liquid gold" engineering of the Santos-Dumont mesh bracelet. Is the new, streamlined Roadster profile a win for modern wearability, or do we miss the "chunkiness" of the 2002

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57:18

Andy's Watches explains why Russell Crowe sent him a...

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2026/03/19

If you've ever thought OT: needed more Andy, this is the episode for you. Today, we're joined by Andy B, the man behind Andy's Watches, famous for rating watch collections without permission. Having said that, he's even more famous for his internet friendship with the one and only Russell Crowe —in fact, we think it's fair to say that Andy can take the credit for Rusty's 'secret' TikTok pivoting to full-on watch content, something which we're all eternally grateful for. Andy tells us the full

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45:37

All about A. Lange & Söhne (live from their new...

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2026/03/14

This week, we have a very special offsite broadcast from the home of German watchmaking in Sydney — the brand new A. Lange & Söhne boutique at 129 King Street. After touring the spacious three-story boutique, Andy and Felix sit down to talk about all things A. Lange & Söhne, from the brand's storied history to its second start in the 1990s, as well as some of the watches that have earned it 'Holy Trinity' status with so many watch lovers. On top of that, Andy gets to meet his white whale, better

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31:59

Xavier de Roquemaurel, CEO of Czapek & Cie

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2026/02/22

Felix's final interview from Dubai is the incomparable Xavier de Roquemaurel, the charming CEO of Czapek & Cie. Xavier was instrumental in reviving the heritage name 10 years ago, and turning it into the critically acclaimed brand it is today. In their discussion, Xavier and Felix discuss whether brands today need to lean on the past, what responsible legacy building looks like, and why watchmakers love sci-fi. Before that, Andy talks about anOrdain's new bespoke strap service and Russell Crowe's

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27:40

Ming Watches Founder on Evolving and Imposter Syndrome

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2026/02/12

Ming Thein, co-founder of the boundary-pushing Ming Watches, is always full of surprises, and this conversation, recorded at Dubai Watch Week, is no exception. We talk about the incredible titanium Polymesh bracelet, how Ming is adapting to being part of the 'old guard' of indies, and how to overcome imposter syndrome. On top of that, we get some cryptic clues as to what 2026 might have in store. But before that, Felix and Andy debrief on the latest releases from Audemars Piguet, and Andy explores

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40:40

Atelier Wen co-founder Robin Tallendier, LVMH Watch...

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2026/01/24

We're back with our first proper episode of 2026, and this one has it all! Felix debriefs on his trip to Hong Kong, where he got a sneak peek of Van Cleef & Arpels' impressive Poetry of Time exhibition, followed by a chat about the latest and greatest watch releases from LVMH Watch Week. Then it's time for our chat with the charming Robin Tallendier, co-founder of Atelier Wen, from when Felix caught up with him at Dubai Watch Week. VC&A poetry of Time in Hong Kong (1:06) Former VC&A CEO Nicolas

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10:59

Catching up with Aren Bazerkanian from Havid Nagan In...

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2026/01/08

With help from the OT time machine, we turn back the clocks to late 2025, where Felix caught up with Havid Nagan, founder of Aren Bazerkanian in Dubai. Thanks to the awesome power of the sun, causing the camera to overheat, this chat is a little shorter than usual. Still, Aren gave Felix an update on how Havid Nagan has been growing, and teased some plans for Origins, a more accessible offering from the US-based independent. Havid Nagan Havid Nagan on Instagram The last time we spoke to Aren on the

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29:58

Our end-of-year wrap, plus Nicholas Rudaz, Franck...

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2025/12/22

Now that 2025 is all but over, it's time to look back on the highlights of the year, including what we think are the most significant releases, the ones we liked the most, and the ones we'd actually be tempted to buy. We also dive into the well of speculation for rumours we expect to thrive next year, as well as trends that we want to end. We also chat about the first-ever IRL OTXMAS, and then Felix, for the second time in six months, chats with Franck Muller CEO Nicholas Rudaz. 1. The biggest

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31:42

DUBAI WATCH WEEK PLUS Bell & Ross CEO (& CO-FOUNDER)...

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2025/12/05

Now that the OT: team is back in one timezone, it's time to catch up on some spicy new releases Felix Saw at Dubai Watch Week, including the Ressence x Marc Newson collaboration, the third instalment of TAG Heuer's partnership with streetwear brand fragment and a surprising pocket watch. We also talk about the one new release so nice that it ended up on Andy's wrist #nospoilers. Then Felix talks to the one and only Carlos Rosillo, co-founder and CEO of Bell & Ross. It's one of the best kinds of

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