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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…
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:…
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…
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…
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 conversation…
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 my…
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…
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 challenges…