Keeping Time With Oster Watches

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Keeping Time S6, E04: Nicholas Manousos, Horological Society of New York Aug 11, 2022

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We're back with another episode of Keeping Time Podcast. Our guest is Nicholas Manousos. Based in New York City, Mr. Manousos is the Executive Director of the Horological Society of New York, Technical Editor at Hodinkee, Board Member at The Watch Library Foundation and Member of the Academy at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève.

Join us as we discuss the incredible history of the Horological Society of New York (HSNY), the oldest and the first watchmaking guild in America, founded in 1866. We discuss the Society through the ages as well as the challenges and the developments through many interesting periods of the chapter's history. We discuss how the Society has adapted and grown and the immense global importance and influence today. Listen in to learn about some of the important programs offered and how HSNY benefits and continues to expand high-quality watchmaking in the USA as well as the development of International programs under the stewardship of Mr Manousos. We continue to discuss further aspects of HSNY, such as the library, lectures, annual gala dinner as well as the auction collaboration with Phillips Auctions.

As always, the conversation meanders through a myriad of topics that will be of interest to all horological enthusiasts. We explore Mr. Manousos' impressive and extensive knowledge of the subject and learn about some highly influential watchmakers who may not be as well known as they perhaps should be. From Charles Fasoldt to Aaron Dennison and others, we hope that our listeners enjoy the discussion in this episode; expand their knowledge and continue to gain insights into the fascinating world of horology. Many topics are covered and the conversation is rich in content and insight. We are thrilled to welcome Mr Manousos to the podcast to share his time and insights with our listeners. We hope that you enjoy this episode of Keeping Time with Oster Watches.

Keeping Time S6, E03: Manuel Emch, Louis Erard May 11, 2022

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Our guest for this episode of Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is Manuel Emch. A truly creative visionary, Manuel brings incredible enthusiasm and impeccable design sense to the watch industry. As an independent consultant, Manuel utilizes his time to explore different projects as well as mentoring some of the most talented up and coming watchmakers.

Join us for this episode as we discuss Manuel's origins, journey and motivations. He became the Swatch Group's youngest ever Brand President, 20 years ago, when Manuel took the reins and developed the historically important brand, Jaquet Droz. With a keen eye for design and a deep respect for history, Manuel built a successful luxury brand around the inspired Grande Seconds design inspired by an original creation of Jaquet Droz. Today, the focus of the conversation turns to his vision for the exciting brand, Louis Erard. With a deep respect for "Métiers d'Art" including Grand Feu enamel dials and engine-turned guilloché dials Manuel saw an opportunity to create extraordinary watches at surprisingly affordable prices. We discuss the collection and how he is able to create such competitively priced, highly desirable and collectible timepieces. We also discuss the exciting collaborations which to date include Vianney Halter and Alain Silberstein.

The conversation flows as Manuel shares his passion and insights and, eager as ever for knowledge, host Jeremy Oster is keen to encourage further depth and discussion in this engaging conversation. The subject turns to Manuel's eagerness to mentor and assist the next generation of talented watchmakers, including Rexhap Rexhapi. We hope that you enjoy this episode of Keeping Time Podcast.

As always, this episode is a free-flowing conversation with minimal editing. Jeremy Oster is your host along with co-host, Doug Hoyt. Thanks as always to Doug who is the Producer of Keeping Time Podcast. Of course, thanks most of all to our listeners and supporters around the globe. Keeping Time Podcast is commercial free and sponsored entirely by Oster Jewelers.

Keeping Time S6, E02: Michael Culyba, Director Keeper Of Time Apr 06, 2022

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Our guest for this episode of Keeping Time Podcast is Michael Culyba, Director and Producer of the upcoming documentary movie, KEEPER OF TIME. Featuring some of the most renowned figures in the watch world: Philippe Dufour, Roger W. Smith, François-Paul Journe, and Max Büsser, among other leading voices in the industry, the film will have its world premiere in NYC on April 28, 2022. Listen in today as we delve into the inspiration behind the creation of this incredible cinematic celebration of luxury watchmaking and horology and life itself. The movie addresses the astonishing and beautiful world of mechanical watchmaking while contemplating the theoretical and philosophical notions of time, aging and mortality. Live from the SVA Theatre in New York City on April 28th, the world premiere of Keeper of Time includes an introduction by director Michael Culyba and a post-screening panel discussion: "The Allure of Watchmaking and the Notion of Time." The premiere of the film will be live streamed worldwide on the platform Mandolin, and replays will be available the following day. For tickets, please visit keeperoftimemovie.com. This podcast is all about the personalities in the industry and the passion that drives the creativity and desirability of the beautiful products that we all appreciate. If you enjoy Keeping Time Podcast please let others know. Kindly take a moment to rate and review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player and share on social media. Your review means a lot to us and others. Tag @osterwatches on Instagram and be sure to visit Oster Jewelers for the latest in haute horlogerie

Keeping Time S6, E01 James Lamb, James Lamb Watches Mar 09, 2022

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Our guest for the first episode of Season 6 is James Lamb, a British watchmaker and Member of the British Horological Institute. Join us as we discover James Lamb Watches and the release of The Origin series, James' first collection of individually created handmade watches. The Elements (Earth, Air, Fire and Water) provide the inspiration and theme to be explored in the four pieces that make up the collection. James brings the watches to life for us in an engaging conversation that is focused on the methods used by James in the creation of the new pieces. We discuss the beautiful art of forging and forming Argentium watch cases, largely by traditional methods, with each piece being individual and full of character. We explore the methods used for each of the unique dials and the techniques such as cloisonné enamel that capture the essence of the elemental inspirations. James Lamb is a craftsman seeking to gain mastery of all aspects of watchmaking. Our conversation is engaging and natural with tremendous insight into the many dimensions that encompass the art of traditional horology. Like a personal gallery tour by the artist, James brings his works to life with eloquent illumination as he invites us to join him on his personal quest to attain creative freedom. As always, this episode is a free-flowing conversation with minimal editing. Jeremy Oster is your host along with co-host, Doug Hoyt. Thanks as always to Doug who is also the Producer of Keeping Time Podcast. Of course, thanks most of all to our listeners and supporters around the globe. This podcast is all about the personalities in the industry and the passion that drives the creativity and desirability of the beautiful products that we all appreciate. If you enjoy Keeping Time Podcast please let others know. Kindly take a moment to rate and review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player and share on social media. Your review means a lot to us and others. Tag @osterwatches on Instagram and be sure to visit Oster Jewelers for the latest in haute horlogerie. Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is now available on Amazon Music. For general communication and suggestions for future guests please email keepingtime@osterwatches.com. Thank you for downloading Keeping Time. Subscribe to Keeping Time with Oster Watches on iTunes.

Keeping Time S5, E08 Guido Terreni, CEO Parmigiani Fleurier Dec 13, 2021

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Guido Terreni, CEO of Parmigiani Fleurier since January 2021, joins us for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 8. For the 2021 season finale, we are excited to welcome guest Guido Terreni, recently appointed CEO of exceptional watch manufacturer, Parmigiani Fleurier. Following the immense success enjoyed at Bulgari developing the award-winning Octo Finissimo collection, Guido Terreni could not resist the lure of taking the helm of one of the industry's most important and creative Haute Horlogerie brands. The opportunity to work alongside legendary watchmaker, Michel Parmigiani, is an opportunity that Mr Terreni seized with both hands.

Listen in to an engaging conversation as your host, Jeremy Oster, jumps at the opportunity to engage with Mr Terreni - eagerly posing questions designed to dig deep into the mentality and motivation behind the new CEO of the important Manufacture, Parmigiani Fleurier.

This podcast is all about the personalities in the industry and the passion that drives the creativity and desirability of the beautiful products that we all appreciate. If you enjoy Keeping Time Podcast please let others know. Kindly take a moment to rate and review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player and share on social media. Your review means a lot to us and others. Tag @osterwatches on Instagram and be sure to visit Oster Jewelers for the latest in haute horlogerie. Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is now available on Amazon Music. For general communication and suggestions for future guests please email keepingtime@osterwatches.com. Thank you for downloading Keeping Time. Subscribe to Keeping Time with Oster Watches on iTunes.

Keeping Time S5, E07: Daniela Marin and Peter Speake Nov 26, 2021

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Peter Speake and Daniela Marin join us for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 7.

In this episode of Keeping Time we are privileged to welcome Daniela Marin, co-founder of one of the most important horological websites, The Naked Watchmaker. Joining Daniela is Peter Speake, one of the most celebrated watchmakers in the industry (known of course for Speake-Marin watches) and co-founder of The Naked Watchmaker with Daniela. This will be Peter's 3rd episode of Keeping Time - having last joined us back on Episode #31 (June 2018). At that time, The Naked Watchmaker was just starting out. Now, the website is firmly established as a go-to forum for genuine knowledge ranging from deconstruction of well-known modern and important historical calibres to in-depth and thought-provoking articles covering centuries of watchmaking and innovation within the industry. The latest edition is a series of online "Masterclasses" that are designed to provide enthusiasts of all levels of knowledge with the tools to better understand horology.

Listen in as we chat at length about numerous fascinating subjects ranging from the new Masterclass to the opportunity to deconstruct an early Breguet 4-minute Tourbillon (c.1805). The conversation is unscripted and wanders to the curious as host, Jeremy Oster, challenges Daniela and Peter with questions that could only be answered by a select few in the world with the hands-on knowledge gained through many decades exploring the fine art of horology. There will be plenty to learn for everyone, from new enthusiasts to the most seasoned collectors. Doug also gets in on the action as he eagerly chats about the newly released Masterclass (recently completed by Doug). We trust that you will enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed the conversation with Daniela and Peter.

Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is now available on Amazon Music. For general communication and suggestions for future guests please email keepingtime@osterwatches.com. Thank you for downloading Keeping Time. Subscribe to Keeping Time with Oster Watches on iTunes.

Keeping Time S5, E06: James Thompson, Black Badger Designs Nov 02, 2021

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James Thompson of Black Badger returns for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 6.

We welcome back our intriguing and always curious friend, James, to chat about... well, whatever comes to mind! James Thompson is one of the most interesting and in-demand craftsman who adds a certain magic to some of the coolest watches on the market - from MB&F to De Bethune and a whole bunch more. Are you wearing an Indie watch with some cool lume? If so, it's a pretty safe bet that James is responsible!

Doug, Jeremy and James engage in an unscripted conversation which meanders back and forth amidst a variety of topics ranging from Octopus to Tikron of Russia, Spector Titanium to CNC Machining and of course Gypsy curses. We also engage in some irreverent topics.

As usual, this episode is a free-flowing conversation with minimal editing. Jeremy Oster is your host along with co-host, Doug Hoyt. Thanks as always to Doug who is also the Producer of Keeping Time Podcast. This podcast is all about the personalities in the industry and the passion that drives the creativity and desirability of the beautiful products that we all appreciate. If you enjoy Keeping Time Podcast please let others know. Kindly take a moment to rate and review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player and share on social media. Your review means a lot to us and others. Tag @osterwatches on Instagram and be sure to visit Oster Jewelers for the latest in haute horlogerie. Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is now available on Amazon Music. For general communication and suggestions for future guests please email keepingtime@osterwatches.com. Thank you for downloading Keeping Time. Subscribe to Keeping Time with Oster Watches on iTunes.

Keeping Time S5, E05: Scott Rosen, Watch Industry Specialist Aug 27, 2021

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Scott Rosen returns for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 5.

We welcome back our dear friend Scott to discuss an in-depth retrospective of the landscape of luxury watches today versus 20-25 years ago. We compare where the top brands were back in the fledgling days of the rebirth of mechanical cool and the introduction of the independent watchmakers.

This unedited conversation has a lovely and natural flow showcasing the depth of knowledge and experience that Scott brings to the episode, along with the expertise and retail knowledge of host, Jeremy Oster. The discussion meanders through major brands such as Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and others as well as Tudor and Omega progresses to discuss the rise of sought after Independent watchmakers such as Vianney Halter, FP Journe and De Bethune. Join us for an engaging conversation that will be as pleasing for long-time collectors/industry stalwarts as it will be informative and revelatory for newer watch enthusiasts. [Episode Note: Jeremy refers to the Audemars Piguet Grande Complication - this should be Grande Sonnerie.]

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As usual, this episode is a free-flowing conversation with minimal editing. This podcast is all about the personalities in the industry and the passion that drives the creativity and desirability of the beautiful products that we all appreciate.

If you enjoy Keeping Time Podcast please let others know. Kindly take a moment to rate and review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player and share on social media. Your review means a lot to us and others. Tag @osterwatches on Instagram and be sure to visit Oster Jewelers for the latest in haute horlogerie. Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is now available on Amazon Music. For general communication and suggestions for future guests please email keepingtime@osterwatches.com. Thank you for downloading Keeping Time. Subscribe to Keeping Time with Oster Watches on iTunes.

Keeping Time S5, E04: Claude Greisler Jun 25, 2021

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One of the industry's most talented watchmakers, Claude Greisler, is back for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 4

Claude is back for another episode. We chat with Claude about the newest Armin Strom release, "Tribute 1," with discussion of technical details, innovations and the inspiration behind this latest project. Tribute 1 is the epitome of a modern "dress-watch" that is perfect for today's more laid-back lifestyle. As always, Claude brings this new watch to life for us and delves deeply into the technical aspects of the new 100-hour power reserve Manufacture calibre created for this new 38-mm watch. Claude details the concept behind the "First Edition" launch of only 25-pieces. As always, the conversation meanders and will please all who wish to gain a deeper insight and understanding of haute horlogerie watchmaking. Claude's knowledge and comfort discussing more technical concepts in a language that we can all understand makes this episode all the more valuable for those who enjoy delving deeper beyond the aesthetics of fine watchmaking.

Keeping Time S5, E03: Vincent Calabrese May 26, 2021

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Legendary watchmaker Vincent Calabrese joins Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 3

We're back for another episode! As always, we look for the most interesting stories that need to be told. We are joined by Vincent Calabrese, founder of AHCI, inventor of some of the most famous movements including the Golden Bridge for Corum and the original Blancpain Tourbillon with 8-days reserve as well as the more recent Caroussel Tourbillon. An icon in the watch industry and a restless creative force, Mr Calabrese joins us to discuss his incredible journey in haute horlogerie. Mr Calabrese started his watchmaking career at the age of 14. Now, in his late 70's, he has no plans to slow down or stop creating and designing. Listen in to an engaging, open and honest conversation with the assistance of Mr Calabrese's wife as we strive to learn more about one of the most creative and fascinating watchmakers who, more than most, is at the heart and soul of what makes mechanical watches so special and desirable today.

"Deep within me there is a true desire for innovation. I am incapable of limiting myself to what I know, and to surpass myself is still my goal even after a career of nearly sixty years." Vincent Calabrese.

As always, this episode is a free-flowing conversation with minimal editing. This podcast is all about the personalities in the industry and the passion that drives the creativity and desirability of the beautiful products that we all appreciate.

If you enjoy Keeping Time Podcast please let others know. Kindly take a moment to rate and review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player and share on social media. Your review means a lot to us and others. Tag @osterwatches on Instagram. As always, we welcome your feedback. Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is now available on Amazon Music. For general communication and suggestions for future guests please email keepingtime@osterwatches.com. Thank you for downloading Keeping Time. Subscribe to Keeping Time with Oster Watches on iTunes.

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