The STANDARD H Podcast features casual conversations with entrepreneurs and business leaders about their professional journeys and personal interests, including cars, watches, food, travel, and architecture.
Episodes
Ep. 199 - Matt Lionetti (Content Creator & Real Estate Professional)
Today I welcome Matt Lionetti (aka Matty Mayhem). His Instagram page consists of horological takes from his office chair and garnered my follow in one of his first ten posts. It’s been quite impressive to witness his growth to thousands of followers in only a few short months.He and I seem to share a ton of the same interests, so I invited him on the show. Here, we dove into his love of Panerai, h
Ep. 198 - Sylvain Berneron (Berneron Watches)
Most of you will be very familiar with today’s guest. After all, Berneron, the namesake watch brand started by its founder, Sylvain, has had what I can only describe as a meteoric rise within the watch industry. His approach to watchmaking and watch design is something that I deeply admire, and as a result, his approach to business is also something I hold in high regard, making this a very specia
Ep. 197 - Nick Lehner 2 (StrapHabit)
Today, I welcome back my good friend, Nick Lehner, the founder and one man band behind StrapHabit.Though we chat at least once a week, between texts and phone calls, I felt we were due for a more public catch-up given things have drastically changed in Nick’s life.Late last year, he left his full-time job to focus on his business, and as we continue to generate different collaborations together, I
Bonus Episode - Trevor Wynn (Pare Pare)
You can hear the second half (aka: Part 2) of the show on Pare Pare today! We discuss our respective trips recently - he to San Francisco, and my trip to Connecticut. We chat a fair amount about architecture, we briefly recap our 9:27 event, and we chat about Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wrights Phoenix-based Winter office which I toured in 2022 whereas Trevor just did a couple weeks ago! This is a
Ep. 196 - Elliot Aronow 2 (Minor Genius)
Today welcomes back Elliot Aronow, a very early guest on this podcasts. Though long over due, and several years apart, I feel we pick up right where we left off.Elliot is the writer behind Minor Genius, his multi-thematic Substack that perhaps could best be described as his personal tale on Culture (with a capital C).We kick this conversation off with some music chat, and pepper the entire episode
Ep. 195 - Logan Baker (Ming Watches)
Logan Baker has had a fascinating trajectory to his career. In his early years, he was a writer for WatchTime, only later to become a brand editor for Hodinkee, and then moved onto Phillips, which welcomed not only a move into the auction world, but a physical relocation, as well.Now based in Geneva full-time, Logan recently joined Ming as their Director of Marketing, an incredibly engaging positi
Ep. 194 - Carlton DeWoody (Reunion Goods & Services)
Carlton DeWoody and I met through social media and later in person at Intersect a couple years ago. We hit it off immediately when I noticed the chronograph on his wrist and we’ve been friends ever since.Carlton’s a fascinating guy - born into the New York art scene, the son of an artist father and collector mother, creativity is no question in his blood. You may know Carlton from his tennis inspi
Ep. 193 - David Rosenwasser (Rarify)
I first came across Rarify through Instagram only to endlessly scroll through their grid. They launched a light called Cube One alongside Gantri made with genuine USM Haller parts, which I happen to purchase.Fast forward to July this year, when I visited Philadelphia, I paid a visit to Rarify’s showroom, drooled over several chairs and subsequently met co-founder David Rosenwasser. He and I of cou
Special Episode: Unpolished Podcast with Wesley Smith
Watch Journalist, Lawyer, Substacker, Podcast Host, and Friend, Tony Traina was gracious to host me on his podcast recently. I thought it would only help exposure to also post it through my channels in the event you may have missed it and/or don’t already subscribe to Tony/Unpolished. This conversation is a 50/50 chat about fashion & watches. We get into the weeds of product for both subjects, whi
Ep. 192 - Matt McDonough (Spirit of Time Podcast)
Matthew McDonough and I were first in contact towards the beginning of the pandemic. Though online-only at first, we quickly connected in person over a group dinner, watch gatherings, and of course when he hosted me on his podcast, Spirit of Time.Matt and I often text about a wide range of subjects, but usually rooted in watches. Having him as a guest on this show is long overdue, so I’m thrilled
Ep. 191 - James Stacey 2 (The Grey Nato / EIC Hodinkee)
Those of you who listen to this show regularly, will absolutely welcome back James Stacey for a round two. If you’re new to this show, James cohosts the Grey Nato podcast alongside Jason Heaton, another previous podcast guest on the show. James was somewhat recently promoted to editor in chief of none other than Hodinkee, so I was excited to catch up.James & I share a lot of enthusiasm for similar
Ep. 190 - Dave Herring (Photographer/YouTube/Content Creator)
Over the last year, I came across Dave Herring’s YouTube channel while exploring some photography gear. Dave is a Bay Area photographer who shoots a lot of landscapes I enjoy - especially those among the Tetons in Wyoming.Dave also does a fair share of product reviews on his channel, as well as shares much of his experience and insights as a content creator.We met briefly at the grand opening of t
Special Episode with Blake Buettner 8.6.26 (AUDIO ONLY)
This week brings us the latest in-between-isode I recorded with Blake where we catch up, chat about content creation, social media and the mental health of it all, then we chat a little bit about Leica, and of course some Formula 1 chat. I’m really enjoying these conversations that stray from the surface-level chats about products and their specs (which we echo in the recording), so hopefully you
Ep. 189 - Robert Spangle (Thousand Yard Style & Observer Collection)
I think it’s fair to say Robert Spangle is somewhat of an international man of mystery. Our connection began actually a few years ago at an event in Los Angeles, only to be put on pause until last month when I visited him at his studio, which as I learned alsp serves as his residence.Robert is probably best known for his blog & Instagram presence, Thousand yard style, let alone his documentation o
Ep. 188 - Salim Hamman (Deat Beat Seconds & Four Married Men Podcast)
Today’s another example of a collector I’ve crossed paths with, both online, and in person. Salim Hamman, as you may know, is also one of the Four Married Men, a podcast he co-hosts alongside Jake Ross, Tim Green and Justin Hast.Salim and I connected in Geneva during watches and wonders only for him to share with me he’s longtime listener of this show, and since I’m also officially a fan of his sh
Ep. 187 - Jeff Hilliard 2 (J. Mueser)
Today, I welcome back Jeff Hilliard. Part 1 hosted Jeff when he was working at Hodinkee as an instrumental part of their Limited Editions department.Recently, Jeff became the Creative Director of previous podcast guest, Jake Mueser’s company, J. Mueser. We jump right in to his new role, how he got there, and what he was looking forward to most.We then chat a bit about furniture - something both Je
Ep. 186 - Erik Gustafson (Hairspring)
The funny thing about getting older is you start to admire people younger than you, and today‘s guest is one of those people. I was first aware of Erik Gustafson as one half of the Hairspring Podcast alongside his cohost, Max. Hairspring, as I learned in this episode, was Erik’s baby entirely.I recently worked with Erik on a particular acquisition which will be shared at a later date, so I can say
Ep. 185 - Hugh Mo (Artifact New York)
Hugh Mo is the co-founder of Artifact New York, a fashion business renting historical designer fashion pieces to photo shoots, movies and celebrities, including many musicians. With operations situated in NYC and Los Angeles, they are the go-to house for this kind of service as also featured in their early days in none other than Vogue.I met Hugh through the watch scene in New York, and he’s someo
Ep. 184 - Christian Knoop 2 (Chief Design Officer IWC Watches)
Today I welcome back the Chief Design Officer of IWC, Christian Knoop. Though we technically saw one another in Geneva, sadly, we didn’t spend much time together aside from quickly saying hello. This is part of why I wanted to invite him back on the show as well as delve into the how’s and whys behind their 2026 releases. There were a lot of watches from Schaffhausen presented, so I couldn’t wait
Bonus Podcast: F1 with Blake Buettner
Welcome back to another bonus episode where Blake Buettner of the deep Track and I catch up, talk watches, as well as share our latest thoughts about the Formula One season.Today we chat about the new tutor bumblebee, we do somewhat of a deep dive on the Rolex Daytona, we get into a little bit of this weekend‘s Le Mans race, and then we wrapped things up with Formula One.We’ve got an exciting Euro
Ep. 183 - Rich Fordon (Head of Content at Sothebys)
Rich Fordon and I first connected at either OMBAS 2025 at Walt Grace Vintage for the Menta Watches event, or perhaps it was Rolliefest last Fall. We had some great conversation only to then see one another inside the orbit of Watches and Wonders back in April.His appointment at A. Lange & Söhne happened to be immediately before mine, so we decided to join forces to create one large, two-time-slot-
Ep. 182 - Mike Nouveau (Vintage Watch Dealer)
If you’re on social media and follow any watch content, you’ve no doubt come across today’s guest, Mike Nouveau. The former DJ turned watch dealer gained a massive amount of exposure through his Tik Tok videos early in COVID, only to become one of those most trusted names in Vintage watches today.I first met Mike in New York a few years ago, and we’ve certainly crossed paths in Miami as well as at
Episode 181 - VJ Geronimo 2 (Oris Watches)
VJ Geronimo is a previous podcast guest on this show, and as you may know, Oris and STANDARD H have partnered in several ways throughout the years. We’ve co-hosted an event for Red Bar Raleigh, we’ve both participated in the Holiday event at Topper Jewelers, and both companies are huge fans of baseball. Though STANDARD H can’t afford a billboard in Yankee Stadium, it’s something that would be a bi
Ep. 180 - Jake Woolf (Style Writer)
Jake Woolf is someone I’ve followed for a while on Instagram, so I was confident I was inviting a bird of a similar feather on the show. We both love to shop, explore, discover, and obsess over product.We get into the weeds into the state of fashion, including trends, designers switching companies like pro athletes do teams, and we also talk about what he’d like to see more of in the near future.
Bonus Episode: Watches & Wonders and Formula 1 with Blake Buettner
My good friend Blake and I sit down for a catch-up about Watches & Wonders, while discussing our picks from the show. We then do a bit of a deep dive into the mindset of IWC and the industry at large. We wrap things up with some Formula One discussion, which I was excited for. I hope you enjoy the episode, so please join me in welcoming Blake back! Audio-only is above whereas video is below! This
Ep. 179 - Jack Carlson (Rowing Blazers, J. Press)
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Ep. 178 - Daniel Chae (Formawerx)
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Ep. 177 - Matthew Ivanhoe (Cultivated Collector)
Matthew Ivanhoe has become known as one of the few trusted pre-owned car dealers here in the United Staes to source vehicles into the 7 & 8 figures.We met several years ago through mutual friend though never in person until this last Fall. I was excited to host him on the show to get to know him a bit more and find out how a guy in his 30’s can be the guy to call if you’re looking for a McLaren F1
Ep. 176 - Andrew Perez (Astor + Banks, Sō Labs)
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Part 2 of Mil Subs with @MooreWatches
Steve Moore returns for a recap of NAABS Miami, the 11th installment of the annual collector meetup/reunion he’s an instrumental part of, and we touch on group events at large. We then take a walk down the path of another Mil Sub acquisition, which was a recent event for Steve, and it isn’t without its own twists and turns, so stay tuned for that. We wrap things up with some conversation about con
Ep. 175 - James Eden (Private White V.C.)
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Ep. 174 - Marlon Goldberg (Workshop 5001)
You can listen to the podcast by hitting play above or you can watch the episode via the video below!Introduction:I first heard about Workshop 5001 from one of Henry Catchpole’s YouTube videos. Subsequently, I reached out to its founder, Marlon Goldberg, about coming on the podcast. As a preliminary conversation, I dropped by his shop for a proper introduction where he gave me a tour of what they
Ep. 173 - Matthew Bain (Watch Dealer)
I recently started doing some of these episodes with a cold open, however, this episode commands a bit of a backstory.Many of you are familiar with Matt Bain as he is certainly one of the original Vintage watch dealers in the world still working today. He has sourced some of the finest pieces the community has ever seen and he’s widely known among the top collectors in the world.For me, however, i
STANDARD H Podcast Pit Stop 2.10.26
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit standardh.substack.comPit Stop Episodes are here to offer insights into STANDARD H, production information, product releases, updates, and any other behind the scenes information about the brand. These are recorded on Instagram Live where real-time questions can/will be answered. Thanks for watching!
Ep. 172 - Jacek Kozubek (Tropical Watch)
This episode is one of those that's been a long time coming. Jacek Kozubek, perhaps better known for his watch dealership, Tropical Watch, is someone I've been getting to know more and more over the last several years since he moved here to San Diego from the Bay Area. Heavily serving the vintage Rolex market, Jacek also dabbles in some other areas of watches, most notably the precious sto
2026 F1 Preview Show with Blake Buettner
Blake and I return with a preview of this year's F1 Season. He and I discuss the 5 teams who've debuted their liveries thus far. We start by catching up which leads into our plans to attend Watches & Wonders. Stay tuned for several sidebars into some fashion talk and Lewis Hamilton's non-alcoholic beverage. Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_The Deep Trackhttps://the
Ep. 171 - John Ferrer 2 (Brew Watches)
To continue down the road of repeat guests, John Ferrer joins the podcast today for his second time. This was a really great representation of the types of conversations I often have with other business owners. John has always been someone with whom I enjoy talking shop, as he always has something poignant to say, while also being relatable. I highly respect the business he’s built with Brew Watch
Ep. 170 - Shinoo Mapleton 2 (Inokinetic)
Today I welcome back Shinoo Mapleton, the Lotus Guru from Episode 23. It’s been almost 6 years to the day since that episode, which is so hard to believe - We have both moved locations, our brands have shifted and grown, and Shinoo shares how his company, Inokinetic, is evolving still with the addition of Porsche maintenance. Shinoo is an incredibly fun person to talk to - not only is his enthusia
Pit Stop 1.6.26
Recording MondaysSome of this may be repetition…Thanksgiving in Palm Springs (Christmas show w Trevor)Hawaii TripProduction delays: finally released clothingPre-Sale of the Mugello SuedeLaunched COLLECTABILITY partnershipChristmas in Palo AltoProducing Hoodies for a production company (if you have a company…)A big collab project w a Shoe brand comingAlden Loafers - March??? Yenni @ Brick & Mor
Ep. 169 - Tim Green (Subdial Watches)
Tim Green and I first connected over Instagram and later cohosted an event at London-based Subdial, the growing pre-owned watch dealership. You may be familiar with his watch drop videos on YouTube, an exploratory look at some of their weekly inbound inventory. Tim has had a storied history in England as both a watch collector and automotive aficionado - he jokes many car dealers know him by name.
Holiday Extravaganza with Trevor of Pare Pare Podcast (Part 2 of 2)
This is the second half of the conversation. If you'd like to hear the first half, head over to Pare Pare Podcast on Apple Podcasts to check it out! Otherwise, here's part 2! Happy Holidays, everyone, and thank you for listening!Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,
Ep. 168 - Toby Bateman (CEO Mr. Porter)
I first started following Toby Bateman when he joined Hodinkee during COVID. His selfies have always brought a smile to my face even though he describes them as “grumpy,” and his watches are a classic approach to design that I certainly appreciate. I was eager to speak with Toby about his various CEO roles at extremely different companies: HODINKEE was obviously watch-based, Vollebak - an incredib
Ep. 167 - Zach Piña 2 (Photographer)
I want to welcome photographer, traveler, cyclist, fashion aficionado, watch enthusiast, a podcast host, and a former podcast guest only to return, and really, an international man of mystery, Zach Piña. Please join me in welcoming him back to the show!Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to
STANDARD H Podcast - Steve Moore (@moorewatches) A Story About a Mil Sub
Steve and I have become friends through watches, which must come as a shock, I’m sure. Steve holds an instrumental place within the Mil Sub community as you’ll soon understand in this episode.I’ve gotten to know Steve through NAABS, an annual meetup of watch collectors which changes locations each year. But this episode is a story, of sorts, about a particular watch that is more or less a sequence
STANDARD H F1 Podcast with Blake Buettner 11.25.25
Blake and I chat about Brazil, and mostly Las Vegas and the DQ of both McLaren cars. We get into some watch talk including a brief coverage of Dubai Watch Week and a wrist check at the end of the show. Hope you enjoy it!Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit standardh.s
Pit Stop 11.18.2025
Pit Stop - 11.18.2025- Events- STANDARD H YouTube channel- Audrain interviews- Please share the STANDARD H Podcast with friends/family- Taupe Straps are back - Mugello Suede Jacket PreSale- Production Delayed- Photography Coming- Collaborations ComingLinks:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo
Ep. 166 - Anthony de Haas (Director of Product Development A. Lange & Söhne Watches)
This one is for the Lange fans. Saying Anthony de Haas is an incredibly important part of my personal watch journey would most definitely be an understatement. As the Director of Product Development for A. Lange & Söhne, he has had his hands in creating what happen to be some of my favorite watches ever produced. We kick off the conversation talking about his hobby playing drums, the equipment
Special Podcast Episode: An Evening with IWC, the Ingenieur, and Good Design.
IWC Watches reached out to Blake and me to host a very special evening in San Francisco last week where we also recorded this podcast live for the 60 people in attendance. We focused on design, both in watches as well as considered things such as Dieter Rams' 10 Principles of Good Design. It was also an evening highlighting the Ingenieur which included having three museum pieces brought in fro
Ep. 165 - Ariel Adams (A Blog to Watch)
Ariel Adams didn’t just start a blog. He left his day job as a lawyer and started an entire media outlet. I was deeply interested in sitting down with Ariel, someone who is well-connected, and for all intents and purposes, is an industry insider in a way very few are. Ariel knows the watch industry as well if not better than most, he’s been a very long term player in the space, and has a grasp on
Special Episode: Walk & Talk with Wilhelm Schmid (CEO A. Lange & Söhne Watches))
Today welcomes a very special episode. If you’ve seen my latest posts on Instagram, you’ll be familiar with my recent experience at the Audrain Concours in Newport, Rhode Island. Title sponsor A. Lange & Söhne was incredibly hospitable to invite me as a guest of their for the weekend, and I must say, I had an absolute blast. Friday, during the welcome lawn party known as The Gathering, I had t
Ep. 164 - Geoff Hess (Global Head of Sotheby's Watch Department / Rolliefest)
Geoff Hess is someone I’ve wanted to host for years at this point. I was first familiar with him as the CEO of Analog Shift only to later meet him at a private collectors gathering here in San Diego. He’s one of the most engaging people I’ve met through this hobby, he always has something intelligent to say, and overall, he’s just the kind of guy with whom I want to surround myself. Oh yeah, and h
Pit Stop 9.30.25
Pit Stop 9.30.25- Under the Weather from NYC- Rolliefest- Audrain Concours- Singer event @ Willow Springs- SF event @ end of October- 50% off sale going on NOW. Use code 2025FALLSALE- New Product coming!THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit standardh.substack.com/subscribe
Ep. 163 - Tony Traina (UNPOLISHED / Watch Journalist)
Tony Traina is a watch writer I have become friends with over the last few years, so this episode is yet another long overdue recording. His Substack, Unpolished, is one of only a few I subscribe to, so I was excited to ask him about his journey away from a larger company like Hodinkee to embark on his own, independent distribution model. Tony isn’t a car guy, so it’s all business, watches and a s
Ep. 162 - Ben Bertucci (Film Director - One of One Documentary)
Today’s guest is Ben Bertucci, the man behind the best films I’ve seen in recent memory. One of One is a documentary about a Japanese family of car mechanics. This is a horrible description and also vague for a reason. I watched the movie twice in two days, for reference, and it was during the second viewing that I reached out to Ben to invite him on this show. Thankfully, he’s the kind of person
STANDARD H F1 Podcast with Blake Buettner 9.5.25
Welcome back to another F1 Podcast with Blake Buettner - I’m your host Wesley Smith, and today, Blake and I discuss the Summer Break, the Dutch Grand Prix as well as look forward to the 2026 Season. Thank you so much for listening and please enjoy this Formula 1 edition of the STANDARD H Podcast!Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss t
Ep. 161 - Blake Simon (Kruk Designs)
I believe I first learned about Kruk design via the algorithm on Instagram. Needless to say, it sure has me pegged. Through friends at Walt Grace Vintage in Miami, I was introduced to today’s guest, the founder and one-man-band behind Kruk Designs, Blake Simon. If you’re familiar with the tartan plaids, woven leathers, and houndstooth-clad watch rolls, then you may already be familiar with the bra
STANDARD H Round Table 3
Today brings us to Round Table 3. Sadly, the third member of this conversation had an emergency, so he couldn't make it - perhaps we'll host him another time! Instead, I welcome back Raymond Milnarik to the show where we discuss a litany of Maintenance issues for us both. Stay tuned for our hot takes and things aside from cars and watches we've been into lately! This is a public episod
Ep. 160 - Cameron Barr (Craft + Tailored)
For one reason or another, some podcasts end up taking years to record, and today’s is no exception. That’s right, years, making this episode long overdue, and hosts an inevitable guest, Cameron Barr. You probably know him as Craft + Tailored online, and I know him as someone with whom I arguably have far too much in common. He is a cool, calm and collected vintage watch dealer, so naturally, I
Pit Stop 8.12.25
Car WeekWritten Articles for submissionsColors for Fall ?Black Shif tLogo Trucker Re-StockNEW Golf Dad Hats coming! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit standardh.substack.com/subscribe
Ep. 159 - Justin Placek (Custom Porsche Interiors)
This was one of my favorite episodes. Justin Placek, known for his unbelievably beautiful seat inserts for 911s, is my kind of guy. Obsessed with detail, striving for perfection, but understanding life is short. I thoroughly enjoyed his story-telling and he really has some to tell. I’m particularly fond of how his business has evolved and the ethics with which he operates. If you’re a fan of STAND
STANDARD H Round Table 2
Today brings you the second episode of the STANDARD H Round Table and it features two great friends: Trevor Wynn of Pare Pare Podcast and Wes Wynne of Collectors Corner NY! That's right: two Wesleys and two Wynn(e)s...who woulda thunk it?! I'm excited to release this chat as we are all devoted car and watch enthusiasts and not too dissimilar tastes! In this episode, Trevor finally gets to
Conversation with Blake Buettner & Wilhelm Schmid (A. Lange & Söhne)
This week, my good friend Blake and I are coming to you with a special interview episode! That’s right, we are interrupting our Formula 1 action, and with very good reason, as we welcome Mr. Wilhelm Schmid, CEO of none other than A. Lange & Söhne! Wilhelm is someone I’ve been thoroughly eager to meet, so this conversation was especially exciting for me.Wilhelm is an incredibly engaging guest g
Pit Stop 7.15.25
On today's Pit Stop, I discuss the new Willys Shirt Jacket in Battle Ship Grey, the Intersect Show this Saturday, updates on the Polos, the collaboration Watch Strap with Molequin, the return of an OG hat, some investor talk, as well as a fairly significant change to the approach of the STANDARD H assortment. STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_ This is a public episode. If you'd like
Ep. 158 - Kenneth Lam (Arken Watches)
Kenneth Lam and I met at the Toronto Timepiece Show last September when he stopped by my booth. After chatting getting a closer look at what was on his wrist, I knew I wanted to learn more. I’m excited to host Ken and give him the space to share his design philosophies and approach to his watch brand, Arken, as it’s somewhat of a David versus Goliath story as so many micro brands are. I hope you e
F1 MOVIE Podcast with Blake Buettner
Welcome back to another F1 podcast with Blake Buettner I’m your co-host, Wesley Smith. I want to welcome you to a recap of the F1 movie! This was a super fun conversation so let’s get into it. Thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit standardh.substack.com/subscribe
Ep. 157 - Chris Grainger-Herr (CEO IWC Watches)
It’s widely known I’m a huge IWC fan, and today’s episode is one I’ve looked forward to for years at this point as it hosts Chris Grainger-Herr, IWC’s Chief Executive Officer since 2017. I was fortunate to cross paths with Chris back in April when I was a guest of the brand at the Goodwood Members event. After being introduced, we shared some time chatting cars while eating hamburgers and watching
Pit Stop 6.10.25
Today's Pit Stop discusses my Lange 1 acquisition, a Grail piece for me, as well as. several product updates/announcements: the Polos, my collaboration with Molequin on our 2-watch Premium Case, and then I chat a bit about my journey to Fatherhood, the looming YouTube channel, as well as the Fathers Day Sale that starts tomorrow! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other s
Ep. 156 - Bill Goldstein 2 (Walt Grace Vintage)
Welcome back to Bill Goldstein - this is Part 2 which I’m excited to share. I wanted to make time for what I knew would be a deep dive automotive discussion, and I’m thrilled to also share an amazing look into Bill’s Koi Pond hobby.Links:https://standard-h.com/@standardh_https://waltgracevintage.com/@waltgracevintage This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or
Ep. 155 - Bill Goldstein (Walt Grace Vintage)
Given my affinity for Porsche, Adam Golden of Menta Watches told me ages ago about Walt Grace Vintage, the vintage guitar and automotive gallery and cafe in Miami. He graciously connected me with its founder, Bill Goldstein, and I was incredibly fortunate to share the space for an event last month.Though Bill is one of the friendliest and most knowledgeable people in the guitar and car world, I la
Ep. 154 - Andrew McUtchen (Time + Tide Watches)
This one was a long time coming. Many of you are very familiar with Andrew McUtchen, the Captain of the ship known as Time & Tide. With the growth of his business and the expansion into brick and mortar retail, I was super excited to have him on the show.Andrew is a guy with tons to share, and I can’t thank him enough for his candor and being open to many of the business-related topics discuss
F1 Podcast w Blake Buettner - Miami 2025
Happy Thursday everybody and welcome back to another F1 podcast with me, Wesley Smith as well as Blake Buettner. Blake and I chat about our recent travels - me to Goodwood and he to the Miami Grand Prix. This was a really fun chat. We talk watches a little bit more than usual, which I think might be a thru-line going forward, and then we recap the race there in Miami. These are fun episodes, so I’
Ep. 153 - Jefferson Shallenberger (Sugar Percussion)
As someone who plays drums, naturally, I follow several drummers. It was when @sterloid posted a particular snare that I reached out to today’s guest, Jefferson Shallenberger, founder of Sugar Percussion. We chat drum building, Sugar’s beginnings and process, Jefferson’s time spent building furniture, and we even dig into his internal work which has affected every relationship he shares. We wrap t
Pit Stop 4.22.25
Pit Stop 4.22.25TRAVEL: DC, Pinehurst, NYC, LondonEVENTS: District Time, NYC cars & coffee, London Trunk Show, Goodwood & this weekend’s Air|Water event! Willys Shirt Jacket Pre-Order is open only until April 28th. Polos are still coming! Nearly 6 months of Porsche ownership, GTI comparisons, and some other ancillary topics car-related, so it’s a fairly packed show!https://standard-h.com/@
Ep. 152 - Quaid Walker (Bezel - Pre-Owned Watch Sales Platform)
Currently there are what feels like a thousand ways to buy a watch. Authorized dealers. Multi-brand boutiques. In-person auctions. Online auctions. Online Dealers. The Grey Market...and of course Online Marketplaces. Bezel is an online marketplace you’ve surely heard of if you’ve been collecting for a while, and today’s guest, Quaid Walker, is here to tell their story. As one of the three co-found
Ep. 151 - George Glasgow, Jr. (George Cleverley Shoes)
I tell you what - this podcast costs me a lot of money. I’m so enthralled with my guests and what they do I almost argue I’m required to buy more products as a result of these recordings. Today is an absolute testament to this as George Glasgow, Jr. is my guest today. George is the CEO of George Cleverley, a business his father, George Sr., took over from the original George (Cleverley). I have lo
2025 F1 Season Opener with Blake Buettner
Today, the F1 podcasts continue with my good friend, Blake Buettner. Blake and I decided it would be fun to do more than just one or two episodes for this year's racing calendar, and make it feel more like a season's worth of Special Episodes for both of our Podcast listeners.In this episode, we chat about the start of the season, the first two races, and what's to come. I hope you enjoy it!Links:
STANDARD H Round Table 1
I have been thinking about how to bring something fresh to the STANDARD H Podcast. After all, what began as a weekly show, soon became only twice a month during COVID. That workflow worked well as it was less stressful, with fewer deadlines, but as I gained speed in the editing process, and things on the apparel side became more streamlined, I felt I could introduce some special episodes. This was
Ep. 150 - Jeff Hilliard (Limited Editions for HODINKEE / Menswear Contributor))
It’s highly likely you either know who Jeff Hilliard is, or you’re familiar with his work. And if you’re still coming up short, your favorite people in the style community have worked alongside him. Jeff’s one of the mainstays and brains behind many of the Limited Editions watches from Hodinkee, while he also moonlights as somewhat of a NYC fashion staple as one of the 3 J’s in Blamo!’s JJJ Show.
Ep. 149 - Stephen Pulvirent 2 (Rime + Reason / The Enthusiasts)
Stephen Pulvirent and I haven’t caught up in a while in person - he’s been busy with a newborn, I’ve been traveling and working on production stuff when in LA - so I invited him onto the show, somewhat selfishly, to see what he’s been up to. He recently launched a new venture with our good friend Justin Hast called The Enthusiasts, in addition to his Creative Consultancy, Rime & Reason, so I’m
Pit Stop 2.25.25
The latest news from STANDARD H is presented via these "In-Between-isodes" of the Podcast. Today, I discussed: Cancun This Friday - Dallas @ Christopher Ward Boosting Posts on Instagram District Time Watch Show - March 8th & 9th STANDARD H YouTube Channel License Plate Update Limited Edition Watch Idea Limited Edition Accessories (Watch Related, Travel Related, and Golf Related) Polos
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