Two Broke Watch Snobs

By Two Broke Watch Snobs

What's Two Broke Watch Snobs about?

Wrist watch Bar Talk and Horological Shenanigans at their finest. A wrist watch podcast about two friends sitting down every week for an honest, foul-mouthed discussion about all things watch related.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs episodes:

06.10.2024
Ep. #274 We're Not Dead
After some time away, Kaz and Mike return to talk about the future of TBWS and what to expect for the rest of the year. They share their frustrations when it comes to current trends in watch media and what...
05.01.2024
Ep. #273 Affordable Vintage Watches With Nick From DC Vintage Watches
It's been a while since the "Affordable Vintage Watches" segment aired and now Mike & Kaz are bringing it back with a very special guest. Nick Ferrell runs DC Vintage Watches and specializes in vintage Seiko, Omega, and Heuer. Tune in...
04.05.2024
Ep. #272 Watches & Wonders 2024 Predictions (We Were Not Invited)
Join Kaz & Mike as they speculate over what they expect to see at this year's Watches & Wonders show! Tune in as they run through the list of exhibitors, share some of their hopes, and call back to some...
03.26.2024
Ep. #271: High Accuracy Quartz Watches: Yes, You Should Give A Sh*t
This week we're talking all things high accuracy quartz - from our favorite models to the fact that, you know, most people can't actually define what a high accuracy quartz watch specifically is. If that's you, then you should absolutely...
03.05.2024
Ep. #270 Rebuying Watches - Suffering the Slings & Arrows
While it's sometimes painful to think about, this week Kaz & Mike talk about the idea of rebuying watches. Is it something you should avoid or is it a sign of growing as a watch enthusiast, while zeroing in on...
02.06.2024
Ep. #269 What We Hated and Loved From LVMH Watch Week
This week we're catching up and discussing what blew us away from LVMH Watch Week! Ok - it's not really that big of an event and the releases are generally not that plentiful. However, that doesn't mean we can't have...
02.03.2024
Ep. #268 Kaz's State Of The Watch Collection (SOTC) Run-Down!
Kaz here! I'm recording Ep. 268 solo this week and I'm super pumped to be sharing my current watch collection with everyone! Plus, I'm testing out my new recording set up - so please share any thoughts, insights, or feedback you...
01.23.2024
Ep. #267 Horological Fan Fiction
Join Mike and Kaz this week as they play "horological fan fiction!" Ever wonder what it would be like to dream up the exact watch that you wanted from your favorite brand? That means you can play along too!
01.15.2024
Ep. #266 Neo-Classic Timepieces Of Our Generation
This week we're digging into a topic that's often pretty hard to discuss, but the context can be pretty fascinating. We're looking at watch designs and collections that don't have legacy roots in the "golden" age of watchmaking - really...
01.08.2024
Ep. #265 When Are Vintage Watches Not Worth It?
While affordable vintage watches are central to the start of TBWS, Kaz and Mike sit down to ask if vintage watch collecting is even worth it in 2024. So much has changed within the market and the pitfalls are getting...
12.27.2023
Ep. #264 Our Favorite Watch Releases From 2023 - A Look Back At The Year
It's the end-of-year episode! Join Mike and Kaz for a sit-down where they cover some of their favorite watch releases of 2023. They talk about what stood out, while testing some new tech in the process. You'll have to tune...
12.18.2023
Ep. #263 Interview with Cody Fite from Anti Watch, Watch Club
This week, Kaz & Mike sit down with Cody Fite for a discussion on watches, smaller boutique brands, watch marketing, and more. We also get a look into Cody's journey as a collector and some background on Anti Watch, Watch...
11.27.2023
EP. #262 The F*ck You Watch Pt.2
Kaz and Mike revisit a TBWS topic lost to time. Listen in to hear about watches that are often ridiculous, ostentatious, or just plain weird. You'll get a kick out of their picks this time around. Plus, there are a...
10.18.2023
Ep. #261 Are Expensive Watches Even Worth It?
This week we have yet another new watch alert - this time from Mike! We also get to hear about another broken watch horror story.... also from Mike. This leads Kaz and Mike to discuss the utility and value behind...
10.10.2023
Ep. #260 New Watch Alert! & Latest Releases
In the latest episode of the Two Broke Watch Snobs podcast, Kaz kicks things off with a deep dive into his newest watch acquisition. He finally got it!!!! Kaz and Mike then delve into the latest happenings in the watch industry....
08.21.2023
Ep. #259 When's The Right Time To Buy?
Tune in as Mike and Kaz talk about issues that may ruin a watch purchase for you—especially if you don't time it right. From budgets, to collection planning, and sketchy salespeople, there's a lot to consider before buying. You'll also...
07.27.2023
Ep. #258 Watches That Just Missed The Mark ... Pt. 2?
Enjoy this random mid-week release! Kaz & Mike could've sworn they've touched on this topic before. This time, it's all about more watches that were just so close to perfection but missed the mark in the end. It could be anything...
07.10.2023
Ep. #257 Things We'd Rather Spend $3,500 On. We're Looking At You, 62MAS Reissue.
Ep. #257 Things We'd Rather Spend $3,500 On. We're Looking At You, 62MAS Reissue. by Two Broke Watch Snobs
07.03.2023
Ep. #256 The Dad Watch Part 3
After a brief hiatus, Kaz and Mike are back with some tremendous news and a completely new perspective on what they've called "the dad watch"—and for very good reason. Tune in to hear why they've been gone for so long...
05.16.2023
Ep. #255 The Integrated Bracelet Steel Sports Watch
Show notes coming soon...
04.24.2023
Ep. #254 Open Mike Night?
It's story time at TBWS. So many stories. Tune in to listen about how Mike lost access to nearly all of his watches and how the experience changed his perspective what any overall collection should looks like. There's also a...
04.02.2023
EP. #253 Watches & Wonders 2023 Post-Show
And it's a wrap for Watches & Wonders 2023. Want to check in and see which predictions from the last episode actually came through? Surprisingly, the guys weren't too far off. Listen in to hear Mike and Kaz cover their...
03.26.2023
Ep. #252 Watches & Wonders 2023 Pre-Show
Watches & Wonders 2023 is just hours away and the guys are getting together for a late chat to talk about their wishes and predictions. And it's no surprise - TBWS is NOT on site in Geneva :D Listen in for...
03.07.2023
Ep. #251 The Best GMT Watches Available in 2023
Kaz and Mike discuss their changing opinions on GMT watches, the best ones available today, and the popular "true" vs. "caller" GMT debate. Show Notes The Best GMT watches: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/gmt-watches/ Sangin Professional: https://sangininstruments.com/products/professional Gavox Longitude: https://www.gavox.com/product/gavox-longitude/
02.18.2023
Ep. #250 The Best Watches for Under $1000 in 2023
It's back to basics this week as Kaz & Mike celebrate 250 episodes of TBWS. There's a new buying guide on the TBWS site (along with a new review), and Mike & Kaz dig into their favorite sub-$1000 watches as...
01.30.2023
Ep. #249 Discussing Pilot Watches With Retired Naval Aviator @tj_watchguy
This week, Kaz and Mike welcome special guest @ tj_watchguy (Instagram handle) to discuss pilot watches and their practical application within the world of naval aviation. We get some incredible background on TJ's history flying in the EA-6B Prowler and...
01.23.2023
Ep. #248 The First Watch Releases of 2023
We're just barely into 2023 and the watch world has already brought us a ton of cool new releases to lust over. Kaz and Mike run through their favorites from LVMH Watch Week and pick apart the best watches that...
12.31.2022
Ep. #247 The 2022 TBWS Best In Horology Awards Show
We made it! The end of of 2022 is here and it's time to prep ourselves for a new year. As tradition would dictate, that means it's time for the TBWS Best In Horology Awards Show. Check out links to...
12.05.2022
Ep. #246 Are We Done With Microbrands?
It's December's first episode and Mike & Kaz have been lucky enough to get their hands on some pretty cool small-batch releases. They run through the highs and lows while talking about future site review plans. Are microbrand watches still worth...
11.14.2022
Ep. #245 Field Watches & Your Changing Body
Field watches have been top of mind lately here at TBWS. Going back to their roots this week, Kaz and Mike discuss why the field watch watch is one of the best choices when kicking off a new watch collection....
10.31.2022
Ep. #244 Watchtime & Windup NYC 2022
After a trip to NYC, Mike is back home to talk about his visit to the 2022 Windup Watch Fair and WatchTime New York. It was tiring, but now the guys get to talk about some of the coolest releases...
10.10.2022
Ep. #243 Watch Shows Are Back. Do We Need Them?
Years after the pause and shutdown of the world's biggest watch trade shows, it looks like they're coming back. It's weird to witness especially after many pivoted to different formats or consolidated approaches. This week, Kaz and Mike are discussing the...
09.19.2022
Ep. #242 The Basics of Buying a Dive Watch
Dive watches are some of the most popular watches around. But finding the perfect model can be overwhelming. Today, Kaz and Mike run through the basics of picking the perfect dive watch, while covering some of the most common questions...
08.29.2022
Ep. #241 Iconic Military Watches & Affordable Alternatives
This week Mike and Kaz are tackling another great question from their earlier batch of Q&As. The challenge is to run through some of the most "iconic" military watches around while pitching realistic and attainable alternatives—many of which are well...
08.15.2022
Ep. #240 Good Old-Fashioned QA
It's been a long time coming, and it's some of the most fun you can have have listening to a TBWS episode. Kaz and Mike sit down to answer as many of the questions they've gotten recently. Plus, catch up on...
07.25.2022
Ep. #239 The Lies We Tell Ourselves
Because they enjoy pain, this week the Two Broke Watch Snobs run through some of the most ridiculous lies they've told themselves on their watch collecting journeys. The absolute delusion involved with this hobby is half the fun and much...
07.14.2022
Ep. 238 Discussing In-House Movements
Kaz and Mike come together to share their objectively-correct opinions on in-house movements and the surrounding conversations. Are they actually worth it? Do they really stack up against "generic" outsourced movements? When does in-house make sense, and when is it...
06.06.2022
Ep. #237 #WatchNerdSummer
Show notes are for weenies! Listen to the episode.
05.30.2022
Ep. #236 Sifting Through The BS and Chilling with Baird
This week Kaz and Baird get into the nitty gritty of it - talking about how to find your true watch passion, collecting quirks, opening up watches, and so much more. Tune in and hang out - we're chilling with...
05.23.2022
Ep. #235 Hot Takes and Nerding Out With Jason from Just Watches
This week special guest Jason from Just Watches joins Kaz to talk grails, collecting culture, hot takes on recent watch reviews, and a shit ton more. Tune in and hang out - this week's show is a fun one! Also, Mike...
05.16.2022
Ep. #234 Our Favorite Watch Bracelets
Nearly endless rambling, an audio wrist check that lasts too long, and swearing that one day—they'll buy their last watch. This one has it all. Join Mike and Kaz this week as the guys talk bracelets. They share some of their...
04.11.2022
Ep. #233 Watches & Wonders 2022 Recap
After their predictions, Mike and Kaz return to run through some of the most noteworthy releases from Watches & Wonders 2022. Naturally there are some hits and even a few predictions that (sorta) came true. Plus, there's a new Formex...
03.21.2022
Ep. #232 Back in the Saddle + Watches & Wonders Predictions
After a brief hiatus, Kaz & Mike return just in time to run through their predictions for Watches & Wonders 2022. A new watch has been added to Mike's collection, and you'll get to hear all about why the guys...
01.31.2022
Ep. #231 Interview with @WatchSquatch
Join us for a special interview with collector, designer, and Instagram personality, @watchsquatch. We'll run through the absurdity of this hobby, personal origin stories, collecting practices, grails, and some of the latest releases from LVMH Watch Week and the Oris...
01.10.2022
Ep. #230 Stealing From Your Friends
In this special episode pitched by TBWS supporters on the Patreon Slack channel, Mike and Kaz openly admit who they would steal from to start a watch collection. I mean, why hasn't anyone talked about stealing your way into watch...
12.23.2021
Ep. #229 The 2021 TBWS Best In Horology Awards Show!
That's it. We've made it to the last episode of 2021 and we're picking up on our tradition of the TBWS Best in Horology Awards show. From some of the best, to the outright embarrassing, Kaz and Mike chat through...
12.06.2021
Ep. #228 Holiday Shopping: The Worst Gifts You Can Buy
Kaz and Mike are finally back together and it's their favorite time of the year. This time, the guys run through some of the worst gift ideas that are pushed as "ideal watch collector's gifts" and why you should avoid...
11.22.2021
Ep. #227 Watches We've Never Pulled the Trigger On
Baird and Mike talk about some recent watch news, including their thoughts on the latest releases from Tudor and Aquastar. Then, the guys run through a few watches that have always been in their sights, but for some reason or...
11.15.2021
Ep. #226 An Interview With Just Watches
This week, Kaz is joined by YouTube Creator, Jason from Just Watches. They chat about what it's like running a watch-centered YouTube channel, grail hunting, and reflections on a very personal project - Rivkah Watches. Show Notes Just Watches: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustWatches1/
11.08.2021
Ep. #225 No Change November & GPHG
This week's episode is brought to you by a very special TBWS community initiative - No Change November. Trust us, you've gotta listen in to get it. Mike and Kaz highlight some recent site updates, talk bald spots, and share...

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Two Broke Watch Snobs episodes:

Ep. #274 We're Not Dead

Ep. #273 Affordable Vintage Watches With Nick From DC Vintage Watches

Ep. #272 Watches & Wonders 2024 Predictions (We Were Not Invited)

Ep. #271: High Accuracy Quartz Watches: Yes, You Should Give A Sh*t

Ep. #270 Rebuying Watches - Suffering the Slings & Arrows

Ep. #269 What We Hated and Loved From LVMH Watch Week

Ep. #268 Kaz's State Of The Watch Collection (SOTC) Run-Down!

Ep. #267 Horological Fan Fiction

Ep. #266 Neo-Classic Timepieces Of Our Generation

Ep. #265 When Are Vintage Watches Not Worth It?

Ep. #264 Our Favorite Watch Releases From 2023 - A Look Back At The Year

Ep. #263 Interview with Cody Fite from Anti Watch, Watch Club

EP. #262 The F*ck You Watch Pt.2

Ep. #261 Are Expensive Watches Even Worth It?

Ep. #260 New Watch Alert! & Latest Releases

Ep. #259 When's The Right Time To Buy?

Ep. #258 Watches That Just Missed The Mark ... Pt. 2?

Ep. #257 Things We'd Rather Spend $3,500 On. We're Looking At You, 62MAS Reissue.

Ep. #256 The Dad Watch Part 3

Ep. #255 The Integrated Bracelet Steel Sports Watch

Ep. #254 Open Mike Night?

EP. #253 Watches & Wonders 2023 Post-Show

Ep. #252 Watches & Wonders 2023 Pre-Show

Ep. #251 The Best GMT Watches Available in 2023

Ep. #250 The Best Watches for Under $1000 in 2023

Ep. #249 Discussing Pilot Watches With Retired Naval Aviator @tj_watchguy

Ep. #248 The First Watch Releases of 2023

Ep. #247 The 2022 TBWS Best In Horology Awards Show

Ep. #246 Are We Done With Microbrands?

Ep. #245 Field Watches & Your Changing Body

Ep. #244 Watchtime & Windup NYC 2022

Ep. #243 Watch Shows Are Back. Do We Need Them?

Ep. #242 The Basics of Buying a Dive Watch

Ep. #241 Iconic Military Watches & Affordable Alternatives

Ep. #240 Good Old-Fashioned QA

Ep. #239 The Lies We Tell Ourselves

Ep. 238 Discussing In-House Movements

Ep. #237 #WatchNerdSummer

Ep. #236 Sifting Through The BS and Chilling with Baird

Ep. #235 Hot Takes and Nerding Out With Jason from Just Watches

Ep. #234 Our Favorite Watch Bracelets

Ep. #233 Watches & Wonders 2022 Recap

Ep. #232 Back in the Saddle + Watches & Wonders Predictions

Ep. #231 Interview with @WatchSquatch

Ep. #230 Stealing From Your Friends

Ep. #229 The 2021 TBWS Best In Horology Awards Show!

Ep. #228 Holiday Shopping: The Worst Gifts You Can Buy

Ep. #227 Watches We've Never Pulled the Trigger On

Ep. #226 An Interview With Just Watches

Ep. #225 No Change November & GPHG