Two Broke Watch Snobs
Episodes
Ep. #88 Fake Ass Watches
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week Kaz and Mike melt their nuts off recording in the summer heat. It starts out as a happy discussion, but things quickly spiral out of control...
Ep. #87 Do Watch Brands Care About The Second Hand Market?
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Note: We had some audio trouble during this episode and some instances may sound crackly. We’re sorry and will aim to get this fixed by next week. ...
Ep. #86 Forgotten Seiko Dive Watches
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show notes coming soon.
Ep. #85 Discovering GMT Watches
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week we dive into the cool world of GMT and dual time watches. The Glycine Airman finally makes its way into the TBWS family and we get geeky abo...
Ep. #84 Father’s Day Watches Under $65
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first official episode of the Two Broke Bird Snobs... Just kidding. This week you'll get a handful of recommendations for cool Father's...
Ep. #83 Mistakes We've Made As Watch Collectors
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week as we talk about some of the worst mistakes you can make as a watch collector. Kaz is finding it hard to let go of the Nodus Triest...
Ep. #82 Revisiting Homage Watches
29 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Homage watches strike again! It's been a while since we talked about this and one of us is actually lusting for a slightly controversial homage piece....
Ep. #81: Watchfam Crossover, Stolen Moscato, and TBWS World Travel..?
21 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz reach the conclusion that Two Broke Watch Snobs is a support group for the horologically insane... and we're totally cool with that! The...
Ep. #80 Giveaways, Watch Marketing, and the Most Legendary Wrist Check Ever
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz finally did it - he got himself a damn Slava Medical. That's the biggest headline you need to focus on! J/K.. The Two Broke Watch Snobs actually...
Ep. #79 Watch Lust 2018
07 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes Seiko SKX175: https://www.longislandwatch.com/Seiko_SKX175_Dive_Watch_p/skx175.htm Rolex Submariner 14060: http://www.woundforlife.com/20...
Ep. #78 The Vostok Amphibia... That's What The Whole Show Is About
30 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's here, guys - this week's podcast is entirely dedicated to the Vostok Amphibia. Mike and Kaz talk about the past, present, and possible apocalypic...
Ep. #77 Watch Brands We Know Nothing About Part 3: Mido
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes: Orion Calamity: https://orionwatch.com/calamity/ Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight: https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/new-black-bay-fifty-eig...
Ep. #75 Talking Vintage Military Watches With @danc21cy
09 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this very special episode of Two Broke Watch Snobs, the guys sit down with @danc21cy, a military man, avid military watch collector, and all-around...
Ep. #74 Choosing Watches For Travel
02 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After winding down post-Basel, Kaz and Mike talk about some interesting show picks that they missed last time and why you should check them out. It mi...
Ep. #73 Basel Bonanza!!!
26 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Basel World 2018 has come and gone!.... and life still feels meaningless (shrug). But the show must go on! This week Mike and Kaz look back on the rel...
Ep. #72 Basel World 2018 Predictions (...and Lamentations)!
19 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year again, guys - freaking Basel World 2018 is going down... you know what that means? This week Mike and Kaz are sitting down and ...
Ep. #71 Writing About Watches & Watch Photography
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike sit down on a cozy Saturday morning to talk watches and the art of sticking to your office chair after not showering for a week. Is it re...
Ep. #70 Building A Watch Collection For $150
05 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Two Broke Watch Snobs get to the bottom of what being “broke” actually is. So there’s a serious challenge to take on in episode #70 and that...
Ep. #69 Interview with Raven Watches Founder Steve Laughlin
26 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz are joined by a very special guest. It’s time! The Two Broke Watch Snobs are joined by Steve Laughlin, founder of Raven Watches. This h...
Ep. #68 Affordable Vintage Watches Pt 5: Digital Watches
19 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike bring back a favorite TBWS segment in this latest installment of Affordable Vintage Watches. This time they explore popular vintage digit...
Ep. #67 The TBWS Valentine's Day Special
12 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show notes coming soon.
Ep. #66 Solar Quartz Watches
05 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Please excuse our audio issues here ): we're getting the hang of some new software. Show Notes Orient Christmas Chrono: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.co...
Ep. #65 Kaz is Back!!!
29 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week Kaz shares how the wedding and honeymoon went! An adventurous tale complete with exploding apartment keys, panic attacks, marital scissors, ...
Ep. #64 Honeymoon Watches
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Show notes coming soon...
Ep. #63 Kaz’s #Watchfam Bachelor Party + Wedding Watches
08 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We catch Kaz during a very special time in his life and share some special moments on air. Ignore the fact that the snobs might be a bit sloshed but, ...
Ep. #62 Guilty Pleasure Watches Pt. 2
01 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
First podcast episode of the new year is live! This week Mike and Kaz are revisiting the topic of Guilty Pleasure Watches - Watches you know you shoul...
Ep. #61 Two Broke Watch Snobs Christmas Special
25 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate Christmas this week’s show is the “Two Broke Watch Snobs Xmas Special” where Mike and Kaz breakdown their horological predictions f...
Ep. #60 Watch Geeks Coming Home For The Holidays
18 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Coming home for the holidays can be weird, but sometimes, it’s even worse when you’re a watch geek! We’re getting closer and closer to the end o...
Ep. #59 A Year In Review With Two Broke Watch Snobs
11 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz take it easy this week and sit down for some full on unscripted watch talk. It’s a fun episode, so sit back and enjoy. Kaz is going on...
Ep. #58 Horological Horror Stories
04 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The guys end up recording in the same time zone and Mike ends up forgetting what a time zone actually is. Please excuse some of the plosives - Mike wa...
Ep. #57 Watches For Women and Grand Seiko On Rodeo Drive
27 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz take some time to reflect on what they’re thankful for in this pre-Thanksgiving day episode. Unfortunately Kaz is caught in the madness...
Ep. #56 Watch Gifts for Watch Geeks
20 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz finally reveal the super special impromptu watch giveaway that they’ve been teasing for so long and wonder why nobody calls into the sh...
Ep. #55 Affordable Vintage Watches Part 4
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody has to deal with puking pets, right? After a bit of a detour, the guys start talking watches… we promise. Mike finds an old friend in a dr...
Ep. #54 Wind Up 2017
06 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike make it back from NYC alive! It was a wild ride but the guys are ready to share their experiences. It was over way too soon but the event...
Ep. #53 Pre-Wind Up & Paul Newman’s Paul Newman Daytona
23 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The guys prep for their NYC trip by discussing some of the brands they’re most interested in seeing. Kaz shares sad gator stories and Mike is fighti...
Ep. #52 Two Broke Watch Snobs 1 Year Anniversary Episode
16 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Two Broke Watch Snobs celebrate their one year anniversary with a very special guest, Terry from Toxic NATOs! The gang gets together for some cas...
Ep. #51 Erotic Watches
09 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week the guys talk Erotic Watches - covering their history, current status, and the relationship between erotic art and mechanical complications....
Ep. #50 Apple Watch Series 3, Giveaway News, and Seiko Orange Monsters
02 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Two Broke Watch Snobs finally announce their 3K follower giveaway! Listen in for details on what watch they’re giving away and keep watching the...
Ep. #49 Independents, Microbrands, Boutique Brands, & Watch Adventures
25 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A huge thank you to our guest contributions from Alexander Van Slyke and Fred Nicolaus! You guys are awesome and we appreciate you sharing your storie...
Ep. #48 Watch Accuracy
18 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz survived Irma’s rage and chooses to indulge in his emergency stockpile of red wine and gourmet peanuts. Oh, and he totally won’t regret this b...
Ep. #47 The 2017 Hurricane Irma TBWS Special
11 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Snobs prep for the end of times, brace for impact in Florida, and deal with massive wildfires on the West Coast. Geomagnetic storms? Earthquakes? ...
EP. #46 Watch Storage, Rivkah Updates, and an Horology Sock Fetish
04 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz talk about how cool it would be if Egyptologists and members of the Queen’s Guard actually listened to the show. What watches do those ...
Ep. #45 Brands We Know Nothing About: Universal Geneve
28 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz continues to trim down his collection, the guys talk about watch brand pronunciation, and both of the snobs admire just how well Seiko’s latest ...
Ep. #44 Selling Watches Online
21 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz is going through a watch purge, focusing his collection, and talking about the best ways to buy and sell watches online. Meanwhile, Mike is still ...
Ep. #43 The TBWS Back to School Special
14 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The next time Kaz gets mugged, he’s gonna livestream it while sharing a wrist check :) Sooo, what is the best “getting mugged” watch? MB&F’s M...
Ep. #42 Watch Collections: Large and Budget-Conscious vs Small and Pricey
07 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hey, you guys like cookies? The Snobs have a bone to pick with you #watchfam… Why do you all keep outbidding Mike on auctions that he’s really try...
Ep. #41 Michael Happé from Gavox Watches talks about his inspiration, Gavox's future, & more!
31 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Woo! Super special episode this week, watchfam Michael Happé the owner, operator, and designer behind Gavox Watches joins us! Michael sheds light on ...
Ep. #40 Servicing Watches: Direct-to-Brand vs. Independent
24 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike doesn’t like his neighbors… so don’t ask him if you can borrow his toilet plunger. Also, do you like podcast interruptions? Barking dogs? J...
Ep. #39 High End Quartz Watches & Totally Unscripted Watch Talk
17 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz is now aiming to eventually make it onto Ancient Aliens in order to prove that Christopher Columbus actually blew aliens…..yeah this is how this...
Ep. #38 Watch Journalism Cash Flow and Our Official Giveaway Launch!
10 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike can’t figure out the nuances of avian biodiversity in Washington and share some unfortunate roadkill stories. Seriously though, the wat...
Ep. #37 American Watchmaking + Our 2k Follower Giveaway!
03 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz goes on a shocking Taco Bell run only to find that today’s generation has completely lost touch with the concept of paper money. There’s no ho...
Ep. #36 Emerging Technologies in Watch Marketing
26 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz is still breathing in toxic fumes thanks to the 3D printing process and Mike tries to buy 6 IWC Big Pilot watches online. Kaz gives us another qui...
Ep. #35 Rivkah Watches Update, 3D Printing Woes, and a G-Shock Discussion
19 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ab workouts on dial-up internet, tales from the neighborhood hardware store, and the arrival of Mike’s Toxic ShizNit. Finally! Kaz gives the #watc...
Ep. #34 Watch Straps & Hitting 2k Instagram Followers!
12 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A huge thank you to the #watchfam for all of your support! The Two Broke Watch Snobs finally hit 2k followers on Instagram. As a result...there will b...
Ep. #33 In Pursuit of the Ideal Watch Collection pt. 2
05 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Two Broke Avocado Connoisseurs! Yeah...the conversation got a bit derailed before it even started. Oh and Kaz shares his best “Predator” sound. ...
Ep. #32 Patreon, Careers in the watch industry & Our Heitis Chronograph Giveaway Winner!
29 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Congrats to user @tyrisclark! You’re the winner of the Two Broke Watch Snobs Heitis Quartz Chronograph giveaway. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who ...
Ep. #31 Navigating the Grey Market + The Janis Trading Co. Azores
22 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why Dunkin’ Donuts gives you so many damn bags? Kaz does. The guys are still loving their new watches but Kaz gets in a supe...
Ep. #30 Our New Watch Giveaway! + Watches in Movies
15 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The dog is barking, the cats are jumping into the 3D printer, Kaz and Mike forget the fundamentals of the English language, and the snobs share some j...
Ep. #29 Vintage Watches Under $65
08 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
They said it couldn’t be done! The Snobs pick a handful of interesting vintage timepieces that can be had for well under $65. Mike has a new watch ...
Ep. #28 Rivkah Watches & Non-Homage Alternatives To Pricey Watches
01 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz opens up about a rough (really rough) work week and shares something special with the #watchfam for the very first time. The guys talk 3D printin...
Ep. #27 Affordable GMT and Dual Time Watches + The >$1000 Watch Discussion
24 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz gets a major dental bill scare and the guys contemplate the possibility of a post-wisdom tooth removal episode. Kaz is still #watchfasting hard wi...
Ep. 26 The Two Broke Watch Snobs official site release + Watch Adventures in Vegas
17 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
It’s finally here! The site, www.twobrokewatchsnobs.com is now live so check it out! Kaz discovers the official #watchfam mating call in an awkward ...
Ep. #25 Watch Brands We Know Nothing About Part 1: RADO
10 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike's #watchfast is over! The team reflects back on Mike's experience only wearing one watch for a month and Mike reveals what watch he used to break...
Ep. #24 Baselworld Wrap-Up
03 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Baselworld is over! Kaz shares his troubles working with Gowron from Star Trek, Mike is drowning in spiders, and the guys try to figure out if Marilyn...
Ep. #23 Baselworld 2017 Press Day & The Ones That Got Away
27 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike share their opinions on some of the earliest Baselworld 2017 releases and actually find themselves excited about quite a few. Kaz can’t...
Ep. #22 Buying the Seiko Blue Lagoon Samurai, boutique experiences, and Baselworld predictions
20 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz goes on an epic journey to the Miami Seiko boutique to claim one of the coolest limited edition Seiko divers ever released. He covers the details ...
Ep. #21 Pre-Basel Discussions, Watch Fasting, and Seiko Rumors
13 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike discuss some of their very early Basel predictions as well as their indifference surrounding the upcoming show. Kaz's boss wants to plant...
Ep. #20 - Our 1k Follower Giveaway Winners + Watch Photography Growing Pains and more
06 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Two Broke Watch Snobs finally announce the winners of their 1k Follower Giveaway! Kaz and Mike discuss the difficulties and skills involved with ...
Ep. #19 Nick from Orion Watches Talks Microbrands and the Future of His Business
27 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Super special guest Nick Harris from Orion watches joins Mike and Kaz! The group talks about the current status of microbrands in the US, seiko mods, ...
Ep. #18 Our 1k Follower Giveaway and a Deeper Discussion About the Cash-In-Your-Chips Watch
21 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Two Broke Watch Snobs finally announce their 1k follower Giveaway! Listen in for details! Kaz and Mike dive deeper into the idea of the “cash-i...
Ep. #17 In Pursuit of the Ideal Watch Collection
13 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike discuss exactly what types of watches (a diver, a chrono, ect.) would be necessary in the most basic, but fulfilling quintessential colle...
Ep. #16 The Swiss Watch Industry's Archaic Marketing Practices, Roaches Wearing Rolexes, & More!
06 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike sit down and really dig into the past and potential future of the Swiss Watch Industry. Specifically, the group discusses archaic marketi...
Ep. #15 New Watch Acquisitions, Some SIHH Thoughts, and 1k Followers!
30 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz get giddy talking about new watch purchases: Kaz picked up and Orient Star GMT (WZ0071DJ) and Mike got the Raven Trekker (RT07)! Also, t...
Ep. #14 Affordable Vintage Watches Pt.3
23 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode Mike and Kaz continue their journey into the world of affordable vintage watches - specifically, affordable vintage dive watches! ...
Ep. #13 Watches $65 and Under for the Discerning Watch Snob
16 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Two Broke Watch Snobs tackle a all order this episode! Kaz and Mike talk about awesome watches under $65 - the crazy part? None of them are Seiko!...
Ep. #12 An Orient Update, Homage Watches, and Wrist Shaving
09 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Show Notes OTW... Music by Jahzzar courtesy of the Free Music Archive (freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/)
Ep. #11 The Poljot 3133 and Other Affordable Chronographs (Vintage and Modern)!
02 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Kaz have an in-depth discussion about affordable chronographs! It's easy to think that you need to set aside more than $1,000 to add a chron...
Ep. #10 Orient Watches, Collinsville Watch Co, and Shoutouts!
26 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode opens up with shoutouts to a couple awesome fans (shoutouts will be a reoccuring trend!) for chatting with us and being loyal list...
Ep. #9 Terry from ToxicNATOs Talks Watches, His Business, and the Future
19 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone! This is a super extra special episode because it actually features our first guest appearance: Terry Williams from ToxicNATOs! Please ...
Ep. #8 Quartz Watches, Water Resistance, Toxic NATOs, and Gateways to Watch Collecting
12 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike talk about Quartz watches, their value, precision, durability, and why they make people angry in the pants. Our first quartz watches a...
Ep. #7 - Positive and Negative Boutique/AD Experiences & Male Stripper Watches
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Music by Jahzzar courtesy of the Free Music Archive (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/)
Ep. #6 - Seiko Spring Drive Event and "Guilty Pleasure" Watches
28 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
For those that actually check these, show notes are in progress. Music by Jahzzar courtesy of the Free Music Archive (freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahz...
Ep. #5 - Wind-Up NYC 2016!
21 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's finally here! The post Wind-Up NYC 2016 episode round up! Kaz gives a breakdown of all the booths he was able to visit. Below you'll find links t...
Ep. #4 - Family Watches, Wristwatch Instagram Culture, and More
14 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike discuss the types of watches they'd seen within their family as they grew up. This then prompts the discussion of sentimentality with fam...
Ep. #3 - Affordable Vintage Watches P.2..?
06 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
NOTE: we had some technical difficulties here and experienced some bleed through with our audio - so sometimes you may catch a faint echo noise - we'r...
Ep. #2 - The Hodinkee + Dobel Event, Pre-Wind Up NYC 2016 Talk, and Our Daily Beaters
06 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Kaz and Mike botch the hell outta the intro (Mike lies to Kaz about editing) 0_o Mike talks about the Hodinkee + Dobel Tequila event in Miami and the...
Ep. #1 - Affordable Vintage Watches Pt.1..?
06 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Our inaugural episode!! Mike and Kaz talk about their first vintage watch purchases and begin to scrape the surface of purging the collection (or as...