Best Independent Watch Brands Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 70: Building Independent vs Big Brand Collections (2 Watches for 200K) 1:00:19

4d ago1:00:19

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Erik & Max build two-watch collections twice with a generous budget, once with independents and once with large brands. This, in order to help crystalize the strengths and weaknesses of each type of watch. Conversation ranges from the Dubail to the Vingt-8 with everything in-between. Plus, an Only Wrist for a gentleman running construction in Austi…

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South Park, Sydney Sweeney’s Jeans, Youngest Medalist Ever 25:28

1d ago25:28

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad, Jeffrey Epstein’s cell, the Paramount merger, South Park’s own of the administration - plus! answering your listener questions… Follow us on Instagram @g…

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348: Colombia from the Pablo Escobar Era to Today & Using Travel as a Tool to Recover from Cancer with Mari Monsalve 54:44

10h ago54:44

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Hear about living in Escobar-Era Medellin, Surviving Cancer & Leaving an Abusive Relationship to Solo-Travel the World. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest t…

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S5 EPI-62 - Zoe Johnson 55:26

4d ago55:26

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The team is back with another crazy and insightful time in RnB Music. Avehre, Ta'Sha, Dimps & Mr. Rellion, We also have the young and talented Miss Zoe Johnson in the building. @ZoeJohnsonVEVO-l9k

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I Watched My Kids Grow Up In Prison | Frank Stedman 43:07

5d ago43:07

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This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined by Frankie Stedman. Frankie was involved in a major drug conspiracy that led to a nine-year sentence—but since coming out, he’s turned things around. He now runs his own scaffolding business and goes into schools to share his story and help young people make better choices. Frank is a…

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Brain Power, Toxic Masculinity , Procrastination: ICYMI 43:47

5d ago43:47

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week, we’re diving into the Getting Better archives with excerpts from: Dr. Wendy Suzuki: Memory & the Brain-Changing Benefits of Sleep Yung Pueblo: Want to Love Better? Start Here Marie Forleo: 3 Procrastination H…

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347: Why Brazil and Japan Are Uniquely Amazing, Wine Tasting in Serbia, and Founding “Girl Takes Mundo” for Latina Solo Travelers with Chris Davila 57:21

8d ago57:21

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Hear stories from Brazil, Japan, Serbia and get tips on budget travel, minimalist packing, and monetizing travel content. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletterwhere I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you canconsume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest t…

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Fact Checking the Epstein Files Talking Points, Devil Wears Prada 2 28:28

7d ago28:28

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: we’re giving you a timeline of the MAGA camp’s Epstein talking points, Devil Wears Prada 2 filming updates, TSA woes, and Venus Williams victory. Sources: Fire and Fury Podcast Zyndisel1 CP…

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4Player Podcast #842 - The Smooth Body Show (Donkey Kong Bananza, Luto, Promise Mascot Agency, and More!)

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This week brings MORE Superman chit-chat now that our resident comic-book expert has seen the film! Brad talks about Promise Mascot Agency which feels like a bizarre mini-game ripped straight out of Yakuza. Of course, we also dig into Donkey Kong Bananza; The Nintendo Switch 2's first "killer app!" Nick also delivers early impressions of Luto which…

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4Player Podcast #842 - The Smooth Body Show (Donkey Kong Bananza, Luto, Promise Mascot Agency, and More!) 1:42:36

10d ago1:42:36

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This week brings MORE Superman chit-chat now that our resident comic-book expert has seen the film! Brad talks about Promise Mascot Agency which feels like a bizarre mini-game ripped straight out of Yakuza. Of course, we also dig into Donkey Kong Bananza; The Nintendo Switch 2's first "killer app!" Nick also delivers early impressions of Luto which…

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S5 - EPI-61 Rages to Riches 1:09:05

11d ago1:09:05

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The team is back with another crazy and insightful time in RnB Music. Avehre, Ta'Sha, Dimps & Mr. Rellion

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This Story Inspired a Play, a Podcast, and a Movement for Change | Jacob Dunne 57:41

12d ago57:41

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This week on the Life After Prison couch, Zak & Jules are joined by Jacob Dunne. At 19, Jacob was sentenced to prison for manslaughter after a one-punch attack that took a man’s life. What followed is a remarkable story of transformation. After meeting the parents of his victim through restorative justice, Jacob went on to earn a first-class honour…

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What No One Tells You About Death (But Everyone Should Know) 52:51

13d ago52:51

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn What actually happens at the end of life—and why are we so afraid to talk about it? This week, JVN is joined by Hospice Nurse Julie: palliative care expert, educator, and social media sensation known for her compassiona…

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After losing his memory, Rob Spencer discovered what time really means. 1:25:07

14d ago1:25:07

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What happens when your entire life is erased in an instant? At 23, Robert Spencer survived a catastrophic accident that left him with total amnesia - wiping away every memory from birth until that moment. This devastating experience gave him a profoundly unique relationship with time that most of us will never understand. In this riveting conversat…

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The Attack on Education, MAGA Backlash, JVN Hair Ulta Launch, Celine Dion 31:55

15d ago31:55

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: JVN Hair Launches at Ulta, Birkin TikTokers, MAGA Whiplash, Taco Bell, Bleeding Love, and the multi-pronged attack on education. Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Ins…

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346: Running with the Bulls 6 Times in Spain, Falling in Love in Colombia, and How to Experience Guatemala with Chris Davila 55:37

15d ago55:37

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Hear Latina-solo-travel stories from Guatemala, Sweden, Colombia, Easter Island, Bolivia, Madagascar, Spain and Vietnam. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s ⁠Monday Minute Newsletter⁠where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you canconsume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest …

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4Player Podcast #841 - The Dreaded Bottom-Line Show (Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, The Wonderful 101, Xbox Layoffs / Cancellations, and More!)

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It's a week of highs and lows! Unfortunately, Xbox was hit with another wave of layoffs and high-profile cancellations including the likes of Perfect Dark and Everwild. It's not all bad news bears though. We cover the new Superman movie, revisit The Wonderful 101, and delve deeper into the insane and wonderful world of Death Stranding 2: On the Bea…

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4Player Podcast #841 - The Dreaded Bottom-Line Show (Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, The Wonderful 101, Xbox Layoffs / Cancellations, and More!) 2:05:47

18d ago2:05:47

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It's a week of highs and lows! Unfortunately, Xbox was hit with another wave of layoffs and high-profile cancellations including the likes of Perfect Dark and Everwild. It's not all bad news bears though. We cover the new Superman movie, revisit The Wonderful 101, and delve deeper into the insane and wonderful world of Death Stranding 2: On the Bea…

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Episode 69: Royal Oak, The Most Influential AP (The Story So Far) 1:04:28

18d ago1:04:28

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Some will tell you that Audemars Piguet have become the Royal Oak company. But why is this sole model so damn successful? How did one watch come to invent and subsequently take over a market segment? What are the models worth paying attention to and how are collections structured? This is the story of the Royal Oak, from two years before the 5402’s…

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S5 - EPI-60 - Start Of Season 5 1:02:34

18d ago1:02:34

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SEASON V , The Team is Back for another season. Avehre,Ta'Sha,DimplesMusic & Mr. Rellion

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Introducing: Money Mondays - Employability: Interviews 20:14

19d ago20:14

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Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 9 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Money Mondays and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association. Going for a job interview can be a nerve-wracking experience at the best of times, but what about …

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Why Menopause is Political with Tamsen Fadal 50:03

20d ago50:03

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn What actually happens during menopause—and why aren’t we talking about it more? This week, JVN is joined by Emmy-winning journalist, author, menopause advocate, and host of The Tamsen Show: Tamsen Fadal! Tamsen shares h…

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Final Season of Queer Eye, Texas Floods, JoJo Siwa’s “Bette Davis Eyes” 35:56

22d ago35:56

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: the Texas floods, JoJo Siwa’s “Bette Davis Eyes,” the great prison conception, summer travel recommendations, and the final season of Queer Eye. To help support the Texas floods relief, che…

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345: From Colombia to Botswana: Life-changing Safaris, Immigrant Solidarity, and Co-Founding Africa Culture Journeys with Paula Gean 48:49

22d ago48:49

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Learn about the similarities between Colombian and Botswana culture, and how to take a life-changing camping safari. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletterwhere I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you canconsume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel…

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Introducing: Money Mondays - Employability: CVs 15:56

26d ago15:56

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Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 9 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Money Mondays and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association. In this episode Zak & Emma are looking at CVs - What they are, why they are useful and how to crea…

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Are You Trapped In High-Functioning Depression? with Dr. Judith Joseph 52:23

27d ago52:23

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn JVN is joined by the brilliant Dr. Judith Joseph, a board-certified psychiatrist and researcher, to explore high-functioning depression — what it is, how to recognize it, and why so many people struggle with it in silen…

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Minutes and Hours: Rich Park on Building a Nationwide Watch Show 1:03:06

28d ago1:03:06

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From overcrowding a restaurant to hosting 60+ prestigious watch brands across America, Rich Park's journey building Minutes and Hours represents something extraordinary in the world of horology – a genuine commitment to community. The spark ignited in 2019 when what was supposed to be a small gathering of watch enthusiasts literally burst at the se…

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Episode 68: Q&A (Pt. 5) 1:05:24

28d ago1:05:24

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Erik & Max return to answer your queries in a a wide-ranging episode that hits on everything from guilty pleasures to asking if the independent space is too crowded. Plus, what is the best QP ever made? Why isn’t shaped Patek popular? What’s the next hot indie? This and much more, plus a great question from Max’s mom. Links Mentioned: Lange Error: …

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Presenting: “Mantra with Jemma Sbeg" 11:47

28d ago11:47

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Ready to take a fresh path to self-discovery? Every Monday, Jemma Sbeg brings you a new mantra and shares how you can apply it to your own life. Whether you’re facing a major transition or just looking to evolve your everyday routine, Mantra is the podcast for you. Join Jemma every week for reflections, practical tips, and personal insights that’ll…

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Big Beautiful Bill, Future of Planned Parenthood, and A Potential Cure for HIV 32:43

29d ago32:43

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: the impact of the Big Beautiful Bill, updates on the Idaho Four Case, JVN’s life as Pet Parent, beating the summer heat and sun, and a potential cure for HIV. Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Fo…

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344: Attending the Maha Kumbh Mela in India, Developing a Socially Conscious Travel Lens, and How to Become a Remote Freelance Writer with Lolly Spindler 51:37

29d ago51:37

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Learn about the largest festival in human history that happens once every 144 years, and how to become a remote writer. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletterwhere I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you canconsume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest tra…

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4Player Podcast #840 - The Green Sheep Show (Blue Prince, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Chronicles of the Wolf, and More!)

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Before diving into the depths of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, we take a detour to return to Blue Prince now that Nick has given himself to the game. Brad talks about the new Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update and highlights Chronicles of the Wolf; a well made homage to classic Castlevania. Chris Davis surprises the group with a game off his exte…

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4Player Podcast #840 - The Green Sheep Show (Blue Prince, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Chronicles of the Wolf, and More!) 1:56:37

1M ago1:56:37

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Before diving into the depths of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, we take a detour to return to Blue Prince now that Nick has given himself to the game. Brad talks about the new Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update and highlights Chronicles of the Wolf; a well made homage to classic Castlevania. Chris Davis surprises the group with a game off his exte…

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Life After Prison The Spark | Jules 38:05

1M ago38:05

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In this episode Jules chats to another Jules (not confusing at all!), who is very close to becoming a qualified Solicitor. Jules is planning on supporting and being an advocate for people going through the criminal justice system. Having served a community order herself, Jules has experience with the CJS and knows the impact having a criminal recor…

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Get In the Fight Against White Christian Nationalism 55:42

1M ago55:42

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn Separation of Church and State is under attack, and the spread of White Christian Nationalism is ever present. Luckily, organizations like Americans United for Separation of Church and State are on the ground and fighti…

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Zohran Mamdani, Killer Whales, Cuts to NPR 30:31

1M ago30:31

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: JVN life updates, cuts to NPR funding, the recent attacks on Iran, the NYC mayoral primary election win for Zohran Mamdani, and a quick update on the killer whale’s salmon supply in the Pac…

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343: Falling in Love with Mexico City and Madrid & Building a Freelance Writing Business While Traveling the World with Lolly Spindler 50:56

1M ago50:56

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Hear stories from traveling the world, living in Mexico, and how losing a job led to building a thriving remote business. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletterwhere I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you canconsume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest t…

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4Player Podcast #839 - Our Most Anticipated Games for the Rest of 2025 (18 Upcoming Games to Keep an Eye On in the Back Half of 2025) 1:59:36

1M ago1:59:36

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We're basically half way through 2025 so we brought back the Top 3 podcast this week to talk about the games that have our attention in the 2nd half of the year. We each run through our personal Top 3 most anticiapted games in the first half and then we do a bonus round in the back half that focuses on our more unexpected choices. All-in-all, this …

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4Player Podcast #839 - Our Most Anticipated Games for the Rest of 2025 (18 Upcoming Games to Keep an Eye On in the Back Half of 2025)

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We're basically half way through 2025 so we brought back the Top 3 podcast this week to talk about the games that have our attention in the 2nd half of the year. We each run through our personal Top 3 most anticipated games in the first half and then we do a bonus round in the back half that focuses on our more unexpected choices. All-in-all, this …

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From Detention Centres To International DJ | Jumpin Jack Frost 39:42

1M ago39:42

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This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined Jumpin Jack Frost a true pioneer of the UK music scene. From growing up in Brixton and navigating the challenges of street life, to becoming one of the founding figures in jungle and drum and bass, his journey is nothing short of legendary. But behind the decks and the iconic tracks i…

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How to Survive the Internet's Worst People with Drew Afualo 56:42

1M ago56:42

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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on Getting Better, JVN sat down with internet sweetheart, icon, and author - the effervescent Drew Afualo. Talking all things clapping back to trolls, nuanced conversations on the internet, and why being woke …

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The Timist: How James Bachici's Journey in Watches turned into a Voice for the Community. 2:09:14

1M ago2:09:14

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What begins as a chance friendship forged through watch enthusiasm unfolds into one of the most illuminating conversations about why we truly collect timepieces. James Bachici (The Timist) shares his remarkable journey from a 15-year-old boy mesmerized by a Citizen Blue Angels watch to becoming a respected voice in the watch community and creator o…

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What the Supreme Court Decision on U.S. v. Skrmetti Really Means with Chase Strangio 33:57

1M ago33:57

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This week on The Monday Edit: JVN sat down with Chase Strangio from the ACLU to debrief on last week’s 6-3 ruling by the Supreme Court on U.S. v Skrmetti - ruling in favor of continuing Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care. Chase made history in December 2024 as the first openly Trans lawyer to argue in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. All that…

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342: A Quest for an Iconic Tattoo in the Philippines, Hot Air Balloon Rides in Laos, and How to Visit Tuvalu, Vanuatu and Kiribati with Jimena Serfaty 54:15

1M ago54:15

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Hear stories of underwater mailboxes, treehouse hotels, volcano boarding & meeting a 98-year-old Filipina tattoo artist. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletterwhere I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you canconsume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest tr…

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4Player Podcast #838 - The Melon Head Show (Dune: Awakening, Mario Kart World, Summer Game Fest Recap, and More!)

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A lot has transpired in the world of gaming since our last recording. Summer Game Fest brought us a bundle of exciting announcements - including Resident Evil Requiem - and the Nintendo Switch 2 officially launched! We give some initial thoughts on the new hardware and Mario Kart World and do a quick recap of the SGF highlights. On top of that, Kri…

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4Player Podcast #838 - The Melon Head Show (Dune: Awakening, Mario Kart World, Summer Game Fest Recap, and More!) 2:17:27

2M ago2:17:27

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A lot has transpired in the world of gaming since our last recording. Summer Game Fest brought us a bundle of exciting announcements - including Resident Evil Requiem - and the Nintendo Switch 2 officially launched! We give some initial thoughts on the new hardware and Mario Kart World and do a quick recap of the SGF highlights. On top of that, Kri…

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Life After Prison The Spark | Kemi and Tasha 39:41

2M ago39:41

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In this episode Jules speaks to sisters, Kemi and Tasha, who founded the organisation Reformed Development, after experiencing four years of rejection and discrimination after coming out of prison. They realised the only way forward was to be the change themselves, and they now work tirelessly helping other people who have been to prison, with thei…

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How to Actually Save & Invest Money in a Failing Economy with Katie Gatti Tassin 58:46

2M ago58:46

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Money, money, money, money…MO-NEY! The Money with Katie Show host Katie Gatti Tassin here to talk with JVN all about how we can beat capitalism, get ahead, and get informed about the system that we’re all operating in - whether we like it or not! Katie’s new book Rich Girl Nation is out now. Money with Katie was founded in 2020 by Katie Gatti Tassi…

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Advocating for the Rights of Undocumented Immigrants with Cristina Jiménez Moreta 31:01

2M ago31:01

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This week on The Monday Edit: JVN sat down with Cristina Jiménez Moreta to talk about her new book Dreaming of Home: How We Turn Fear Into Pride, Power, and Real Change and the work being done at United We Dream, the country’s largest youth-led immigrant organization - which Cristina co-founded. Plus our breakdown of the Tony awards and our HBOTW! …

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341: From Argentina to 92 Countries: Komodo Dragons, Rainbow Mountains, and Reflections on Genocide with Jimena Serfaty 56:58

2M ago56:58

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Learn about growing up in Argentina during the 2001 economic collapse and then traveling the world solo since 2009. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletterwhere I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you canconsume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel …

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