Wrist Check Pod

Wrist Check Pod

Wrist Check Pod is a weekly podcast connecting the inner circle of the global watch community through compelling stories, expert insights, and engaging discussions. Hosted by Perri and Rashawn, two close friends and watch enthusiasts. The podcast revolves around their appreciation for horology, culture, story, art, and design. It serves as a celebration of all things related to timekeeping, providing listeners with insights into new watch releases, industry updates, and engaging interviews with friends, fellow collectors, celebrities, and notable figures Follow us on Instagram @WristCheckPod

Episodes

October 7, 2025 59 mins
This week, the one and only #FredSavage joins us. He talks about how he first got into #watches and why he loves vintage pieces. We get into his famous 'Talking Watches' and why he almost didn't do it. Fred shows off his beautiful vintage Blancpain Fifty Fathoms and a fun new watch from Studio Underdog. He also tells us all about his new company, Timepiece Grading Specialists, which aims to bring more trust to buying pre-owned watc...
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Hip hop legend Styles P sits down to talk about his watch collection and how he got into collecting. He breaks down why he loves brands like IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and Girard-Perregaux over the typical rapper choices. Styles explains how watches are the perfect conversation starter in business and why he views time differently than most people. He shows off some serious pieces including a green Patek Aquanaut, a Lange Datograph, an...
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The crew is back with Yoni Ben Yehuda to tackle one of the most heated debates in watch collecting - who has the best collection in hip hop. We break down Jay-Z, Drake, Travis Scott, Pharrell, DJ Khaled, N.O.R.E., and Tyler the Creator across different categories like best collaboration, biggest risk taker, and most underrated collector. You'll hear some surprising takes, including why one host thinks Travis Scott beats Jay-Z as th...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with Gorilla Nems to talk about his album America’s Sweetheart, building his brand and business, and the persistence that fuels his success. We get into his passion for Rolex and Audemars Piguet, his experiences buying in the Diamond District, navigating ADs and waiting lists, and how Coney Island shaped his style. Nems also shares how watches have become a way to celebrate mi...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with Watch Chris to explore his journey through watches, food, and community. From inheriting his father’s Zenith to founding the Gotham Watch Club, Chris shares how his passions as a chef and omakase restaurateur blend with his love of horology. We dive into his eclectic collection, streetwear influences, and the vibrant watch scene in Long Island, plus the importance of tran...
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With Rashawn away in Vegas, Perri holds it down solo and sits with friend, collector, and independent watch advocate Jon Cruys. They talk about how Breguet first sparked Jon’s passion for watches, the way his time living in China reshaped his vision of community, and his latest project Indies NYC—a new platform and trade show designed to connect independent watchmakers with collectors and enthusiasts. It’s a deep dive into collecti...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with Tobi Egberongbe, watch collector and founder of Mifland, the design-driven leather goods brand. Tobi shares how growing up between New York and Atlanta shaped his appreciation for aesthetics, his journey from creating bold leather bags to building a brand, and how that same creative lens led him into the world of watch collecting. We explore his personal philosophy on col...
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On this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with collector, journalist, and podcaster Blake Buettner to talk about his journey in watch journalism and how the media landscape has shifted from the early days to the post-COVID era. We explore the importance of brands creating authentic moments and experiences for watch enthusiasts, the value of community in the watch world, and Blake’s own show The Deep Track, where he ce...
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In this special episode of Wrist Check Podcast, Perri and Rashawn welcome their good friend Shane — a passionate watch collector who’s taken his love for horology to the next level. Filmed live at Super Niche Studios in front of an audience of friends, Shane shares how his fascination with independent watchmaking and the mechanics of timepieces inspired him to start building his own watches from scratch.From sourcing rare parts fro...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, Perri and Rashawn sit down with brothers Jack and Robin Alexander, the creative minds behind Alabaster Industries. Originally crossing paths in Switzerland, the crew reconnects to talk about the duo’s unconventional journey from the fashion and film worlds into independent watchmaking. They dive into their design philosophy, the art of brand naming, and what it’s like building a watch bra...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, the guys sit down with rising watch influencer Charity of Pulse On The Wrist to talk about her journey into watches and how she’s carved out a lane in the space. They dive into the current state of the market, what it means to develop a voice as a newcomer, and the challenges of creating authentic luxury content in a crowded field. Charity also opens up about her growing personal collecti...
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This episode of Wrist Check Podcast, brought to you by luxury watch marketplace Bezel, dives deep into the numbers behind the wrist game. Perri and Rashawn break down the latest Bezel Report, revealing how buyers and sellers are shaping the market—from the most in-demand metals to which eras of iconic models are rising or falling in favor. They also explore the growing concern around counterfeits, surprising brand sell-outs, and wh...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, Perri and Rashawn dive into your questions—covering everything from watch collecting advice and industry insights to off-the-wall hypotheticals and personal stories. It's a mix of laughs, real talk, and sharp opinions that give you a deeper look into the minds behind the mic. If your question didn’t make the cut, hit us up on Instagram—we’re always down to keep the conversation going. Po...
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In this episode of Wrist Check Pod, we sit down with collector and T.W. Kessler founder Taylor Wos to talk watches, family, and her journey in the industry. Taylor shares how she got into watch collecting through friends in school, cut her teeth at Betteridge under the legendary Rich Lopez (now at Sotheby’s), and deepened her bond with her father by helping her mom gift him his first Patek Philippe. We also get an exclusive look at...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, the guys break down the essentials of buying vintage watches—from the golden rule of “buying the seller” to navigating online purchases and building trust with dealers. They dive into what really matters: condition vs. box and papers, the value of originality, the allure (and pitfalls) of tropical dials, and how to avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re just getting into vintage or levelin...
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In this episode of Wrist Check Pod, the guys sit down with Quaid Walker, co-founder and CEO of Bezel — the rapidly growing online watch marketplace that's changing the way people buy and sell timepieces. Quaid shares his journey from designing products at Google to launching Bezel with friends, tackling the challenge of making luxury watch buying online seamless and trustworthy. He opens up about the early days of fundraising, enli...
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This week on Wrist Check Pod, we sit down with Rome—a true multi-hyphenate collector whose love for sneakers, art, and horology reveals the depth of what it means to have the collector’s gene. From rare kicks to modern and vintage watches, Rome walks us through his journey and philosophy as a collector. We also share a first-ever live unboxing on the pod of a very special timepiece he just received. Tune in for stories, strategy, a...
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In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with Cedric Joos, Brand Manager of Swiss haute horology house Hautlence. Cedric walks us through the brand’s unconventional origin in Neuchâtel, its rebellious design language, and how the company is evolving under the leadership of the Meylan family—also known for H. Moser & Cie. From independent roots to bold reinvention, Cedric also gives us an exclusive first look at Hautl...
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In this insider-packed episode of Wrist Check Podcast, Rashawn and Perri pull back the curtain on one of the most elusive questions in watch collecting: How do you get a Patek Philippe from an authorized dealer? They break down the mysterious allocation process, explain why being a family-owned brand shapes how Patek operates, and offer real talk on what the application process actually looks like. From building a long-term relatio...
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This week on Wrist Check Podcast, we’re joined by Erica Ratini — aka Miss GMT — whose tagline, “Watches from a woman’s perspective,” is more than a motto; it’s a mission. Erica takes us inside her world of collecting highly complicated timepieces and uncovers the cultural influences — especially from Japan — that have shaped her unique taste, including her love for niche brands like Otsuka Lotec. We talk about what it means to be a...
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