Time Well Spent

Devin Pennypacker
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A podcast about watches and the passions that fill our time. Hosted by Devin Pennypacker, each episode uses a shared love of watches as the jumping-off point for deeper conversations about the passions that keep us ticking: collecting, creativity, the outdoors, and the way we choose to explore the world. Along the way, Devin and his guests dive into driving, diving, sailing, photography, content creation, and adventure—plus a few games and hot takes for good measure. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning at 5:30 AM EST with full video episode on YouTube at 10 AM EST.

  1. Use Your Tools and Fix Your Watches with Professional Stuntman Tom Place - Ep. 12

    1 DAY AGO

    Use Your Tools and Fix Your Watches with Professional Stuntman Tom Place - Ep. 12

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by professional stuntman and avid watch enthusiast Tom Place. The two sit down to chat about watch build quality and serviceability, working on your own watches, using your watches as tools, and whether or not modern watches should be made to a higher standard. Don’t forget to let us know who won our game of This or That!   Tom Place on Teddy Baldassarre: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKlCu0YqpFk&t=1s  Tom Place Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expedition16610/  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Final Recommendations:  Man on Fire Book: https://amzn.to/4erWRWI  Accurate Form Straps: https://en.accurate-form.jp/  Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to Time Well Spent Podcast 01:57 Watch Check: Personal Stories Behind Timepieces 04:44 Diving into New Releases: Grand Seiko Ushio 300 Diver 07:29 Serviceability and Durability in Modern Watchmaking 10:02 The Importance of Customer Service in Watch Brands 12:29 DIY Watch Repairs: The Balance of Skill and Caution 15:17 In-House Movements vs. Standard Movements 17:52 Using Watches in Everyday Life: A Stuntman's Perspective 27:50 The Art of Authenticity in Watches 30:04 Sneaking Watches into Film Sets 32:54 The Evolution of Watch Design 35:55 Current Projects and Future Endeavors 38:08 Personal Adventures and Creative Projects 46:54 Recommendations for the Audience

    52 min
  2. The Comprehensive Watches & Wonders MEGA-SODE w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 11 (Part 2)

    22 APR

    The Comprehensive Watches & Wonders MEGA-SODE w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 11 (Part 2)

    The comprehensive Watches and Wonders 2026 MEGA-SODE is here! This week, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Griffin Bartsch to thoroughly breakdown this year’s watches and wonders, hitting on over 100 new watch releases from over 30 watch brands. At the end, they are challenged to draft a 5 watch team using watches from this year’s show, ultimately picking what they thought was the best release from Watches and Wonders 2026. Don't forget to let us know who won the draft! Because this is a VERY long episode, each brand and topic is timestamped below to help you jump in and out! There is also a full video recording with reference photos if you want to follow along. Thank you so much for listening. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/v_7XATforbE Follow Devin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/ Follow Griffin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/ Timestamps: ​​0:05:41 Richard Mille 0:07:37 IWC 0:20:21 Bremont 0:23:56 H. Moser & Cie 0:27:31 Audemars Piguet 0:30:31 Patek Philippe 0:40:15 Hublot 0:41:41 Piaget 0:44:31 Oris 0:47:41 Nomos 0:51:41 Alpina 0:55:11 Frederique Constant 0:58:41 Vacheron Constantin 1:09:31 Bulgari 1:14:18 Hermes 1:15:41 Laurent Ferrier 1:19:11 Grand Seiko 1:25:41 Baume et Mercier 1:27:41 Parmigiani Fleurier 1:33:00 Panerai 1:33:09 Independents 1:36:41 Final Takeaways 1:51:11 THE GAME: Watch Draft 2:07:41 Final Thoughts

    2h 12m
  3. The Comprehensive Watches & Wonders MEGA-SODE w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 11 (Part 1)

    21 APR

    The Comprehensive Watches & Wonders MEGA-SODE w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 11 (Part 1)

    (PART 1, part 2 tomorrow) The comprehensive Watches and Wonders 2026 MEGA-SODE is here! This week, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Griffin Bartsch to thoroughly breakdown this year’s watches and wonders, hitting on over 100 new watch releases from over 30 watch brands. At the end, they are challenged to draft a 5 watch team using watches from this year’s show, ultimately picking what they thought was the best release from Watches and Wonders 2026. Don't forget to let us know who won the draft! Because this is a VERY long episode, each brand and topic is timestamped below to help you jump in and out! There is also a full video recording with reference photos if you want to follow along. Thank you so much for listening. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/v_7XATforbE Follow Devin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/ Follow Griffin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro  1:18 Wristcheck 4:50 Podcast Updates 7:24 Omega  14:40 Credor 27:29 Universal Geneve 33:18 Sinn 36:28 Nivada Grenchen 40:50 Watches & Wonders 41:26 Rolex 1:15:57 Tudor 1:37:25 Ulysse Nardin 1:41:07 TAG Heuer 1:50:07 JLC 2:02:30 A. Lange & Sohne 2:10:00 Zenith 2:16:28 Cartier 2:25:00 Singer  2:29:15 Chopard

    2h 29m
  4. Starting a Watch Microbrand, Behind the Scenes with Tom Clemence Ep. 010

    7 APR

    Starting a Watch Microbrand, Behind the Scenes with Tom Clemence Ep. 010

    Tom Clemence, founder of the watch microbrand Clemence Watches joins the Time Well Spent Podcast to chat about how things got started, designing his first watch, his second model the Munro, and his latest watch release, the Clemence Photic MKII dive watch. Tom gives us a sneak peak into the watch industry from a smaller brand perspective while also comparing his experience in starting a microbrand with Devin’s experience in discovering new watch brands and covering them. Don't forget to let us know who won this week's game of This or That! Clemence Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clemencewatches/  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Relevant Links: Clemence Photic MKII Review: https://thedeeptrack.com/review-the-clemence-photic-mkii-a-microbrand-diver-that-refuses-to-cut-corners/  Clemence: https://www.clemencewatches.com/  Arken Watches: https://arken.uk/  CYMA Dress Watch: https://www.analogshift.com/products/cyma-jules-person-dress-watch-as11678?_pos=1&_sid=e9a5d7c43&_ss=r Learn About Hallmarks: https://antiqwatch.com/old-watch-brands/swiss-a-d.html https://pocketwatchdatabase.com/guide/case-trademarks?keyword=star https://perceptionswatches.com/geneva-watch-case-hallmarks-the-key-to-who-produced-your-watch-case/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction  09:25 The Journey of Starting a Watch Brand 24:25 Navigating the Kickstarter Experience 28:55 Funding Choices and Brand Birth 32:09 Defining Success in Business 35:32 The Evolution of Clements Watches 40:50 Designing the Photic MK2: Intentional Choices 51:04 Value Beyond Specs: The Heart of Watchmaking 53:46 The Essence of Watch Design 55:15 Design Integrity and Personal Connection 57:34 Balancing Vintage and Contemporary Elements 01:01:41 The Unique Appeal of Micro Brands 01:03:51 The Importance of Accessibility in Design 01:07:50 Experiencing the Outdoors: A Personal Touch 01:11:36 Recommendations for Simple Pleasures

    1hr 20min
  5. Watch Hot Takes, Longines Hydroconquest, Hodinkee Happy Hour - Ep. 009 w/ Griffin Bartsch

    31 MAR

    Watch Hot Takes, Longines Hydroconquest, Hodinkee Happy Hour - Ep. 009 w/ Griffin Bartsch

    We are doing WATCH HOT TAKES! In the latest episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined again by Griffin Bartsch as the two are primed and ready to get a few things off their chest, sharing a few of their own personal hot takes on the watch industry and ready for a fight. Before the main chat, we talk about our hands on experience with the new Longines Hydroconquest dive watch release as well as the first ever Hodinkee Hangout in SoHo. Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Longines Hydro Conquest - https://www.longines.com/watches/hydro-conquest Hodinkee Happy Hour Event - https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/hodinkee-watches-of-switzerland-soho-event Seiko SRPL11 Review: https://wornandwound.com/review/hands-on-the-redesigned-seiko-samurai-srpl11/  Vintage Vacheron: https://www.analogshift.com/products/vacheron-constantin-guilloche-dress-watch-as11970?_pos=7&_sid=fa7322b57&_ss=r  Final Recommendations: Death by Lightning (Netflix series) - https://www.netflix.com/title/81234567  Ponies, Persons of No Interest (Peacock series) - https://www.peacocktv.com/streaming/series/ponies-persons-of-no-interest  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Time Well Spent Podcast 02:29 Wrist Check: Griffin's NoMo Zurich World Timer 05:21 Devin's Seiko Samurai SRPL 11 Experience 08:03 Longines Hydro Conquest Revamp Discussion 15:44 Hodinkee Happy Hour Event Recap 22:10 Hot Takes on Watches 27:18 The Utility of Rolex Watches 29:11 Critique of Dive Watches by Brands 34:07 The Debate on Bracelet Tapering 41:25 Zeratsu Polishing: Marketing or Mastery? 47:34 The Best Watch vs. The Right Watch 50:02 The Impact of New Releases on Perception 51:18 Character vs. Perfection in Watches 53:47 The Need for Design Innovation in Watchmaking 56:32 Exploring Unique Lug Shapes and Designs 59:02 The Controversy of Modern Watch Designs 01:01:36 Hot Takes on Watch Crystals 01:04:49 Recommendations and Upcoming Adventures

    1hr 14min
  6. How to Get Your Partner Hooked on Watches - Ep. 008 w/ Jayme Bryson

    24 MAR

    How to Get Your Partner Hooked on Watches - Ep. 008 w/ Jayme Bryson

    On this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by his partner Jayme to discuss how to help get new people into the watch collecting hobby, how to make new watch collectors feel comfortable, and how to enjoy watches as a hobby together. They chat about watch events, starting a collection and growing your knowledge, and carving out your own individual taste. Formex Reef GMT: https://formexwatch.com/watches/reef-gmt-42mm-automatic-cosc-300m-green/  Intersect Watch Show: https://www.intersectwatchshow.com/new-york-city  Dimepiece: https://www.instagram.com/dimepiece.co/ Chen’s Watch Repair: https://www.yelp.com/biz/chens-watch-repair-new-york Cartier Santos Platinum: https://www.analogshift.com/products/cartier-santos-as09842?_pos=5&_sid=46fa1865b&_ss=r  Shinola Birdy Petoskey Stone: https://www.shinola.com/products/birdy-watch-petoskey Isotope OVNI Jump Hour: https://isotopewatches.com/products/ovni-jumping-hour-founders-edition  Bulgari Serpenti: https://www.analogshift.com/products/bulgari-serpenti-tubogas-as10372?_pos=2&_sid=819bafb1b&_ss=r  Paulin OhNo: https://www.paulinwatches.com/collections/oh-no-collaborations  Paulin Clock: https://www.paulinwatches.com/collections/wall-clock  Final Recommendations: ROSALÍA - Berghain (Live at The BRIT Awards 2026) ft. Björk:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fyufPkXLbs&feature=youtu.be  Peaky Blinders (Show): https://www.netflix.com/title/80002479  Peaky Blinders (Movie): https://www.netflix.com/title/81319485  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 03:00 Exploring the Watch Enthusiast Journey 09:07 Guessing Watch Prices: A Fun Game 15:44 The Community Aspect of Watch Collecting 21:12 Tailoring the Watch Experience for Partners 27:10 Connecting Through Fashion and Pop Culture 28:26 The Influence of Watches in Pop Culture 31:46 Getting Others into Watches 34:38 Personal Taste and Self-Expression in Watch Collecting 36:10 Exploring Future Watch Purchases 42:12 Fun and Games: This or That 49:00 Cultural Recommendations and Wrap-Up

    52 min
  7. The Watch Duel: Reviewing Each Other's Watch - Ep. 007 w/ Griffin Bartsch

    17 MAR

    The Watch Duel: Reviewing Each Other's Watch - Ep. 007 w/ Griffin Bartsch

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is once again joined by Griffing Bartsch to chat. This time though, they are trying out something new, trading watches from their own collection for a full hands on review in order to push each other outside of their prospective comfort zones. Should we do this again?  Considered Goods Review: https://consideredgoods.substack.com/p/dueling-reviews-vol-1-the-merci-x Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Final Recommendations:  Nigel Mansell F1 LEGO: https://amzn.to/4ske0Wk  Shrinking: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/shrinking/umc.cmc.apzybj6eqf6pzccd97kev7bs  A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: https://www.hbomax.com/shows/knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms/3507a932-eace-46ea-bfe1-638ae819fa12  19thand Laptop Watch Bracelet Protection: https://19thand.com/  Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to the Concept 03:06 The Watch Exchange and Unboxing 05:59 Exploring the Watches: First Impressions 12:02 Diving Deeper: The Experience of Wearing 14:55 Comparative Analysis of Watch Styles 17:46 Final Thoughts and Reflections 21:11 Chronograph Design and Functionality 24:40 Comparative Analysis of French Watch Brands 27:30 Price Justification and Market Competition 30:14 Design Intentionality in Watchmaking 32:39 The Impact of Watch Ownership on Sentiment 34:31 Renaissance of Mechanical Chronographs 35:24 Cultural Recommendations and Personal Insight

    43 min
  8. Fine Art and Watch Collaborations - Ep. 006 w/ Justin Sowders

    9 MAR

    Fine Art and Watch Collaborations - Ep. 006 w/ Justin Sowders

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent podcast, Devin Pennypacker and Justin Sowders chat about all things fine art, watch collaborations, and watch design. We dive into specific collaborations, the process behind artist and commissioner relationships, and what we would like to see more of in the watch world. Don't forget to let us know who won the game of this or that, titanium or ceramic! Justin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin_sowders_art/  Justin Sowders Website: https://www.justinsowders.com/  Devin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Recommendations: Rewatchables Podcast Goldeneye: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/goldeneye-with-bill-simmons-chris-ryan-and-sean-fennessey/id1268527882?i=1000750079731  Teddy Baldassarre Watches of James Bond: https://youtu.be/9NnePpdTmts?si=mbfk2EcUj-F7OfAo Netflix Splinter Cell Deathwatch: https://www.netflix.com/title/81306317  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Devin Pennypacker and Justin Sowders 00:56 Justin's background in art and watch collecting 03:34 Justin's current wristwear and collection insights 13:10 The role of art in watch design and collaborations 16:23 Case study: Samuel Ross x Hublot Big Bang Unico 18:06 Artist collaborations: Sophie Scott Lewis and isotope 21:23 High risk, high reward: artist-brand collaborations 25:57 Justin’s process for custom watch art creation 32:31 Working with brands vs private collectors 35:59 Justin’s perspective on watch and art as separate worlds 37:58 This or That Game: Titanium V Ceramic 45:04 Creative ideas for future watch materials 53:35 Justin’s cultural recommendations: movies and series 55:58 The importance of storytelling in watch art and culture

    58 min
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A podcast about watches and the passions that fill our time. Hosted by Devin Pennypacker, each episode uses a shared love of watches as the jumping-off point for deeper conversations about the passions that keep us ticking: collecting, creativity, the outdoors, and the way we choose to explore the world. Along the way, Devin and his guests dive into driving, diving, sailing, photography, content creation, and adventure—plus a few games and hot takes for good measure. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning at 5:30 AM EST with full video episode on YouTube at 10 AM EST.

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  • Creator
    Devin Pennypacker
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    14
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    © 2026 Devin Pennypacker
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