A Tale of Two Wristies
The podcast where watch talk feels like late-night café conversation. Join Chris—a U.S.-based watch writer, poet, and comic book creator—and Iman, a playwright from London, as they navigate time zones, trade horological hanky-panky, and share stories about everything from writing to dog ownership.
Episodes
23 episodes
Episode 23: With Special Guest Host, The Mad Watch Collector - Longines has been Rolex-ified, and More News on Omega, Nomos, and Other New Releases
Russell, who you may know better as The Mad Watch Collector, has been coaxed into co-hosting an episode with Chris in Iman’s absence. The guys go over the latest releases in the watch world and answer a couple of burning audience questions....
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Episode 23
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1:26:46
Episode 22: Chris's UK Adventure - British Watchmakers Day, Struthers Watchmakers, Cumbria Clock Company, And More!
In this episode, Chris visits London to spend time with his fellow Wristy, Iman, and to go on an 800-mile road trip to visit friends across the UK. Also, check out The Wristies on WatchGecko (interviewing brand owners before British Watchmaker'...
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Episode 22
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1:00:53
Episode 21: What to expect when you're expecting a watch fair! PLUS: Iman’s London British Watchmakers' Day Recs. AND: The integrated bracelet grilling!
Are you going to a watch convention? Then ya gots'to'plan! Sit back while the Wristies hash it out. The Wrist...
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Episode 21
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1:10:33
Episode 20: Katya Audsley Spills the Beans on British Watchmakers' Day - And Iman Declares the Holy Trinity of British Watchmaking
This week, the Wristies welcome Katya Audsley, the PR and Memberships Manager, for the British Watch and Clock Makers Association.
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Episode 20
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1:07:50
Episode 19: State of the Nitpicking - The Wristies Nitpick their Own Collections - PLUS British Watchmaker's Day Limited Editions
Nothing is perfect, and honestly, that’s half the fun. In this episode, the Wristies turn the loupe inward, digging into their own watch collections to celebrate what they love… and lovingly nitpick what could be better. It’s an honest, funny b...
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Episode 19
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1:16:27
Episode 18: Rising Watch Prices and the Impact on Enthusiasts - Spoiler Alert - The Rich are Getting Richer
We know what you're thinking... "The Wristies don't know a darn thing about money, the economy, or the state of affairs of an entire industry; what makes them think they can chat about it?" ...We have microphones!
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Episode 18
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1:20:16
Episode 17: The Year Ahead in Watches, Plus Finding the Perfect Watch for a Milestone Birthday
The Wristies summon the foresight of the horological gods to predict the future!Isotope Hydrium ClockDirenzo
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Episode 17
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1:14:32
Episode 16: The Wristy Awards 2025 - Our Favorite Watches of the Year!
Iman and Chris embark upon setting the standard for horological award shows with their first Wristy Awards! A sincere 'thank you' to everyone who has been with us during this first calendar year... we look forward to providing more ...
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Episode 16
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1:25:39
Episode 15: State of the Collection 2025 - What left? What's new? - Plus Marmite Watches!
The Wristies accept accountability for their collecting habits. Adored pieces were sold, grails were acquired, and love was traded away. Will either of these enthusiasts conquer their disease?
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Episode 15
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1:19:42
Episode 14: Happy Birthday, Iman! Plus - BDay Watches, the Tudor Ranger, Omega Planet Ocean, Breitling Lady Premier, and WTF Rolex?!
Before we jump into this episode, I need everyone listening to take a moment and help me celebrate someone truly special: my co-host, my friend, my accidental platonic soulmate in horological chaos, Iman. We’ve only known each other for about t...
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Episode 14
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1:12:50
Episode 13: The Wristies Interrogate One Another - Was Rolex Founded by a Nazi? How Many Jobs has Chris actually had? What Wonderful Day would Iman Relive? And More!
**We’d like to begin by apologizing for the audio issues in this episode. We appreciate your understanding and are working to ensure it’s resolved for the next one.** This week, things get personal as the Wristies don’t hold ...
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Episode 13
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1:11:42
Episode 12: Windup NYC Recap (The Whistle Stop Tour) - Timex, Studio Underd0g, Christopher Ward, Dennison
Chris recaps his trip to NYC for Windup and The Hype, while Iman tries to keep him on task. Are there too many micro/independent brands? Plus, the return of the Budget Battle, set at $2000.8:00 Wrist ChecksIman’s
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1:10:44
Episode 11: Thinking About That First Watch? - The Beginner’s Episode
Episode 11: Thinking About That First Watch? - The Beginner’s EpisodeChris and Iman give listeners a general onboarding for new enthusiasts, considering their first watch. If you know someone falling into the hole that is wa...
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1:17:56
Episode 10: Featuring Worn & Wound’s Devin Pennypacker and a Windup Watch Shop Giveaway! Plus, do we really need our watches?
WINDUP WATCH SHOP GIVEAWAYWe’ve teamed up with our friends at @windupwatchshop to give ONE lucky listener a $350 digital gift card to the Windup Watch Shop! Here’s how to enter:1. Subscribe to A Tale of Two Wri...
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Episode 10
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1:20:15
Episode 9: Our First Q&A: Rolex vs Omega, Daniel Wellington, Grail Watches, Desert Island Watches, and More
In this episode, the Wristies get all up on your Q’s with their A’s! Providing the Q’s: @hour_you_doin ,
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Episode 9
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1:19:34
Episode 8: Chris is Over the Moon about the Omega Silver Snoopy - purchasing from an AD vs. Online/Pre-Owned/Grey Market
**DISCLAIMER** The Wristies experienced a few issues with sound in this episode and are genuinely sorry for any discomfort to your delicate ears. This week The Wristies discuss whether purchasing a watch from an authorized de...
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Episode 8
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1:17:48
Episode 7: What is a microbrand anyway? PLUS: Wrist Candy, Abinger Part 2, and Iman’s fake Mont Blanc!
It’s not the size that counts; it’s how you convey confidence through your brand. Join the Wristies as they try to define microbrands, talk about their favorite micro/independents, and go slack-jawed and drool over a couple of watches they’d li...
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Episode 7
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1:17:40
Episode 6: The snot watch conundrum. PLUS: What do the Wristies wear most? And our thoughts on the Abinger Nimrod, Royal Oak, Grand Seiko Snowflake and more!
What do the Royal Oak, Grand Seiko Snowflake, Tissot PRX, and full-lume dials have in common? They're all under attack!We dive into our first ever brand collab with the charming folks at Abinger Watches, before putting our...
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Episode 6
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1:10:23
Episode 5: Super Wristies Assemble - Fancasting watches with Mike Pearson, featuring everything from Lange to Citizen with a healthy dose of Vintage
We’re thrilled to welcome our first-ever guest to the pod—Mike Pearson, North American Brand Director for Christopher Ward
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Episode 5
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1:18:52
Episode 4: Our Not So Little Secret... Reactions to Omega, Tudor, Blancpain, and Brew News. AND What Watches Do You Wear On Dates?
Join the Wristies as they catch up on all the petite watch news before checking their helium escape valves to dive into the world of dating! Are they wasting oxygen discussing the subtleties of choosing a date watch? Or do normies care about ho...
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Episode 4
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1:10:52
Episode 3: Pride! Nomos, Zenith, Tudor and Norqain - what does gender have to do with watches?
It’s Pride Month! Join the Wristies as they show off their NWAs, celebrate individuality and talk about the right to be seen exactly as they are. This episode dives into how themes of identity and gender expression show up in the watch c...
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1:06:05
Episode 2: When you know you know. Or do you? Plus - Budget Battle and recs for small wristies
Ever stuck dithering over a watch purchase? Here are some things we think about when we are deciding whether to buy a watch. Hear us discuss the Omega Speedmaster, a Piaget Polo, and a very angry lady - courtesy of Nomos! We also battle it out,...
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Episode 2
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55:56
Episode 1: A watch enthusiast meet-cute. Plus - Wrist Candy; Timex, Vertex, Omega, Nomos, and more!
For their very first episode, the Wristies talk about their origin stories: how they first met, how they got bit by the watch bug, and why on earth they decided to start a podcast. Links:
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Episode 1
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