Superlative

 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by Jorn Werdelin, the Co-Founder of luxury watch company Linde Werdelin. To start the show Ariel and Jorn dive into the genesis of Linde Werdelin and how Jorn got to that point in his life. They talk about the difference of challenges that start-ups previously had than those coming about today, and how the change of manufacturing capacity impacted the ability to start in the industry. Ariel talks about what the perfect world for marketing a watch brand would look like, and how the speed of the watch industry continues to humble those within it. They look into the future battles  of the watch industry when it comes to things like materials and finishings, and Jorn is asked to give some advice and guidance to young entrepreneurs in the industry today.

To stay updated with Jorn and Linde Werdelin:

Instagram @Jornwerdelin - https://www.instagram.com/jornwerdelin/

Company Website - https://lindewerdelin.com/

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 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by Bill Prince, an award-winning journalist, former deputy editor of British GQ, and Author of “Royal Oak: From Iconoclast to Icon”. Ariel and our guest start the show by talking about humans being fascinated by measuring time, and why the wrist watch became the most fashionable measuring instrument. Bill dives into his most recent book that he authored about the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and its 50th Anniversary, and he elaborates on one of his statements regarding Audemars Piguet being the only brand that could make something like the Royal Oak. Bill talks about the path that Audemars Piguet took in order to secure enthusiasts’ approval before mainstream approval, and what he sees as their greatest strength and weakness in one. The pair end the show on a fun thought experiment regarding a different type of Royal Oak, and comparisons of smart watches and traditional watches, to electric cars and traditional fuel cars. 

To stay updated with Bill and to check out his book:

Instagram @Billprinceinc - https://www.instagram.com/billprinceinc/

To Purchase Bill’s Work - https://eu.assouline.com/products/royal-oak-from-iconoclast-icon

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 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by the CEO of WatchBox China, Andy Zhang. To start the show Ariel asks Andy what it is like to be on the industry side as opposed to the collector side of the watch industry, and they dive into the concept of new collectors sometimes buying watches just because of the potential investment. Andy talks about what WatchBox is and what his role at the company entails as the CEO of WatchBox China. Ariel brings up the question of whether or not pre-owned watches from specific markets are re-sold into other markets. They also talk about taxes when regarding pre-owned watches as opposed to new watches in China, as well as what the current and future event landscape looks like there. 

To stay updated with Andy and WatchBox:

Instagram @Watchbox - https://www.instagram.com/watchbox/

Website - https://www.thewatchbox.com/

To check out the ABTW Shop where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:

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 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by Astrid Wendlandt, Founder of Miss Tweed. Astrid was one of the first Superlative guests that we had on the show, and is joining us again to talk about the current state of the luxury watch industry. 

To start the show the two talk about Audemars Piquette and some of their current practices that they are implementing, as well as their decision to expand their retail network. Ariel and Astrid compare this with other companies, and what Astrid hopes for the company.

Ariel talks about the level of professionalism that Miss Tweed is known for, and asks about the kind of relationship Astrid has with the companies that she has to report and write on daily. Astrid talks about getting blacklisted by some companies in the past at events, and why things like that occur in journalism today. Ariel talks about taking more watch shows out of Switzerland and into a place like Florida, and Astrid gives her predictions for the markets future over the upcoming 

To stay updated with Astrid and Miss Tweed:

Instagram @misstweedofficial - https://www.instagram.com/misstweedofficial/

Instagram @astrid_wendlandt - https://www.instagram.com/astrid_wendlandt/ 

Twitter @TweedMiss - https://twitter.com/tweedmiss

Website - https://www.misstweed.com/

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- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/

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 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by Bjorn Kartomten, Founder of Yes Watches. Ariel starts the show by having Bjorn give the “elevator pitch” for Yes Watches and their Sunrise/Sunset complication that makes their watches unique. Ariel dives into Bjorn’s design mindset and style, while they also talk about what benefits to his life that Bjorn has experienced since starting this company. Bjorn talks about the important balance between beauty and quality, and some of the unique options and enhancements that are available to Yes customers. 

To stay updated with Bjorn and Yes Watches:

Instagram @Yeswatch_official - www.instagram.com/yeswatch_official

Twitter @Yeswatches - www.twitter.com/yeswatches

Website - www.yeswatch.com

Website - www.yeswatch.com/V7movement

To check out the ABTW Shop where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:

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 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by Nirupesh Joshi (NJ), the Founder of Bangalore Watch Company. The two start the show talking about NJ’s previous history having worked well over a decade in the tech industry, and some of the hurdles that he and his wife encountered when starting the company together. Ariel asks NJ what he has learned about incorporating local character visually and emotionally into their products, and NJ talks discusses the importance of listening to their customer’s feedback that they have received so far. They dive into the history of watchmaking and general manufacturing in India, and how big the watch market is there today. 

To stay updated with NJ and Bangalore Watch Company:

Instagram @Bangalorewatchco - https://www.instagram.com/bangalorewatchco 

Website - www.bangalorewatchco.in

To check out the ABTW Shop where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:

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 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by the Vice President of Design at Shinola, Brandon Little. To start the episode Brandon explains a bit about his position at Shinola, and dives deeper into the brand itself. Ariel asks Brandon to explain some of the differences between something being 100 % made in America and a product that is just from an American company. Ariel talks about how he can see that Shinola tries to craft a relationship with their customer before pushing any product on them, and asks what other brands can learn from this. The two talk about the price point range that Shinola operates in, and where Brandon sees Shinola selling at in the future. To round out the show Ariel asks Brandon to talk about what he sees as the selling point for Shinola, and what he would like Shinola to be known for to their customers over time. 

To stay updated with Brandon and Shinola:

Twitter - @Shinola - https://twitter.com/shinola

Instagram @Shinola - https://www.instagram.com/shinola/ 

Website - https://www.shinola.com/

To check out the ABTW Shop where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:

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To keep updated with everything Superlative and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:

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 This is Superlative: A Podcast about watches, the people behind them, and the worlds that inspire them. This week our host and aBlogtoWatch Founder Ariel Adams is joined by esports commentator and watch enthusiast, James Bardolph. Ariel has James start the show by explaining the intricacies of esports and defining what it really is. James sets the stage for the size of the industry today, and how advertising and sponsors play a role. Ariel asks how watches play a part in the gaming industry, and how value is seen in the gaming world today with things like microtransactions and in-game items. They talk about how the watch industry can work together with the gaming industry, such as when G-Shock partnered with NASA and other partnerships as well. James gives some of his ideas for what he wants to do content wise in the future, and Ariels for some advice for marketing people who need help getting over the fear of negativity. 

To stay updated with James:

Twitter - @JamesBardolph - https://twitter.com/jamesbardolph/

Instagram @James.Bardolph - https://www.instagram.com/james.bardolph/ 

Website - https://eslfaceitgroup.com/

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