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June 13, 2024

Ep. 82 - Crafting Time Part II: The Artistry, Challenge and Value of …

In this episode Tim Jackson, founder of , continues our chat about the Independent Watch world, something most people know very little about. We'll talk more about the dedication, discipline, and expertise required to excel in this field. The...

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June 6, 2024

Ep. 81 - Crafting Time: The Artistry, Challenge, and Value of Indepen…

It was a pleasure to welcome Tim Jackson on the show again! Tim is the founder and owner of Independent In Time, and a passionate supporter and dealer for Independent Watches and they people who make them. He shares his …

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May 30, 2024

Ep. 80 - Bourbon Slang: The Angel’s Share, The Devil's Cut, Tater's, …

Me and Derek, our resident bourbon expert, explore more aspects of the bourbon world, including brand loyalty, the cost of collecting bourbon, and the emotional connection people have with their favorite brands. We talk about 'taters' (bourbon...

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May 16, 2024

Ep. 78 - A Man's Guide to Wristwatches Part 2: Finding The Right Watc…

Tim Jackson and I continue our discussion about fine watches, and what makes them "tick." Tim is the Founder and Owner of , a company that deals in watches made by Independent Watchmakers from around the world. We cover a …

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May 2, 2024

Ep. 76 - Thinking About Buying a Gun for The First Time? Listen to Le…

In this episode my guest, Leland Conway, provides valuable insights on buying a handgun for the uninitiated. He emphasizes the importance of not relying solely on friends' recommendations or the advice of gun store employees, as the choice of a...

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April 25, 2024

Ep. 75 - Glitter & Grit: Pat Finn on the Sparkle of Necessity, Bonds …

In this episode, Pat Finn and I continue our off-the-cuff exploration of the significance of fine jewelry, including a pretty sweet story about Pat's late friend, the legendary Chris Farley, and his love of gift-giving. We get a little sentimental,...

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April 18, 2024

Ep. 74 - The Male Experience of Buying Jewelry: Advice and Stories fr…

Pat Finn is a well-known actor, comedian, and writer with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He's appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, including The Middle, Seinfeld, “It’s Complicated,” and the “I Am Chris...

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April 11, 2024

Ep. 73 - The Bourbon Brotherhood: A Beginner's Guide From "A Guy" Who…

Bourbon continues to be a "go to" for guys who want to move away from cheap beer and fruity drinks, and I support it. It's a crazy big world of choices that are mind boggling, even to seasoned bourbon hunters. …

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Dec. 21, 2023

Ep. 57 - "You're Never Broke When You Own a Rolex" and What That Mean…

I wore a Rolex as I recorded this episode. Not to impress anyone, but because I had a certain memory, and a revelation a bit earlier in the week that is wrapped up in the Rolex brand, so I thought …

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Oct. 19, 2023

Ep. 48 - Shifting the Spotlight: Talking to Men About Buying Fine Jew…

Most men's day-to-day revolves around work, making money, hitting the gym, maybe managing fantasy football teams, getting ready for hunting season, or getting sweet tickets to the game. You know..."guy stuff." Jewelry rarely makes its way...

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Oct. 12, 2023

Ep. 47 - For Guys and Girls: A Quick and Easy Way to Ruin The Moment

In this episode I'm going to share something I learned first hand about what you should not do when you buy and give something as special as an engagement ring, an anniversary gift...hell...any gift for that matter. I get right …

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May 18, 2023

Ep. 26 - The Regular Guy's Guide to Jewelry with Guest Pat Finn: Unve…

In this episode, Pat Finn and I continue our off-the-cuff exploration of the significance of fine jewelry, including a pretty sweet story about Pat's late friend, the legendary Chris Farley, and his love of gift-giving. We get a little sentimental,...

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May 11, 2023

Ep. 25 - A Real Guy's Jewelry Buying Experience: Tips and Tales with …

Pat Finn is a well-known actor, comedian, and writer with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He's appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, including The Middle, Seinfeld, “It’s Complicated,” and the “I Am Chris...

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Dec. 29, 2022

Ep. 7 - What Rare Bourbons Can Teach You About Buying Diamonds

In my quest to learn more about bourbons I recently ran into a scenario that I didn't think would happen to me that I think will be insightful to you. If you want to talk with me personally you can …

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