Time Well Spent

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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. Watch Spotting in Video Games, Movies, and TV Shows - Ep. 20

    15 min ago

    Watch Spotting in Video Games, Movies, and TV Shows - Ep. 20

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker and Griffin Bartsch sit down to talk about watch spotting in movies, television shows, and video games. Sparked by the unveiling of the Omega Seamaster Chronograph, they dive down the rabbit hole of watch placements in some of their favorite pieces of media. What was your favorite watch spotting moment? Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Relevant Links: Adam Savage: https://youtu.be/bQbbtnTz1KE?si=bZmSWL2TIYdEnoUc Final Recommendations:  Nintendo Switch: https://amzn.to/4p4vncO  Ipad Mini: https://amzn.to/4wsM6sM  Ipad 11-inch: https://amzn.to/4aGbUcz  Timestamps: 0:00 Intro + Fourth of July catch-up 1:17 Boston, Hamilton event, and holiday weekend talk 4:15 Vacation watch check + one-watch travel story 5:54 007 First Light and the watches-in-media discussion begins 13:50 Bond games: Nightfire, Bloodstone, and GoldenEye 17:45 Uncharted, Nathan Drake, and the Fossil chronograph 22:39 The Last of Us and All Is Lost 27:00 The Martian and the Hamilton dive watch 31:49 Project Hail Mary and Ryan Gosling’s Tag Heuer Connect 34:11 The Pit and the hospital NATO debate 38:09 The Bear and chef watch spotting 43:24 L.A. Noire and watches as clues 47:22 Fast & Furious and Brian O’Connor’s JLCs 53:29 Favorite watch spotting picks 64:39 “Kill Your Babies” the game 72:47 Final Recommendations  80:14 Wrap-up

    1hr 11min
  2. What It Really Takes to Start a Watch Brand w/ Tom of Abinger Watches Ep. 19

    30 Jun

    What It Really Takes to Start a Watch Brand w/ Tom of Abinger Watches Ep. 19

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Tom, the founder of Abinger Watches. We chat about the incredibly challenging process of starting a watch brand from the ground up, how Tom took a design first approach in making his watches, and what's next for the brand.  Abinger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abingerwatches/  Abinger Watches: https://www.abingerwatches.com/  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Relevant Links: Hands-On Abinger Nimrod Review: https://wornandwound.com/review/hands-on-the-abinger-nimrod/  Final Recommendations:  Angels in Time: https://music.apple.com/au/album/angel-in-real-time/1478307245  Outlast (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/title/81225308  Timestamps: 0:00 — Intro 1:04 — Wrist Check 4:37 — Christopher Ward Talk 7:30 — Getting Into Watches 14:26 — Finding the Brand Idea 18:49 — Two Years of Design Work 20:32 — Startup Costs and Reality 24:40 — Pre-Orders and Shipping 32:26 — What’s Next 39:43 — Tool Watch vs Dress Watch 42:09 — Meaning of “Nimrod” 46:45 — Where to Find the Brand 47:05 — Final Recommendation

    51 min
  3. The World Cup of Watches (48 Watches, 1 Winner) Ep. 18

    23 Jun

    The World Cup of Watches (48 Watches, 1 Winner) Ep. 18

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by bi-weekly co-host Griffin Bartsch to battle it out in the World Cup of Watches. 48 watches form 48 brands, representing the 48 countries of the 2026 World Cup with only one winning watch at the end. Did they pick the right winner? Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Final Recommendations:  ESPN 30for30: When the Garden Was Eden: https://www.netflix.com/title/80011845  ESPN 30for30: Winning Time: Reggie Miller vs. The New York Knicks: https://www.netflix.com/title/70129459  Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview 02:05 - Griffin's wrist check on Trasca Chronograph 04:24 - Devin reviews Longines Hydro Conquest update 07:51 - The methodology behind selecting country representative watches 10:13 - Group A: Mexico, South Africa, Czechia, and South Korea analysis 15:13 - Group B breakdown: Canada, Bosnia, Switzerland, Qatar discussion 20:36 - Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland showcase 22:25 - Group D: US, Paraguay, Australia, Turkiye comparisons 26:06 - Group E: Germany, Ivory Coast, Ecuador highlights 32:21 - Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, Sweden focus 35:17 - Group G: Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand insights 40:36 - Group H: Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay rundown 45:24 - Group I: France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway analysis 50:21 - Group J: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan reflection 54:38 - Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama highlights 58:13 - Matchups intensify: Round of 32 battles and strategic shifts 66:23 - Bracket update: The knockout stages and heated debates begin 85:33 - The elite quarter-finals and heartbreaking eliminations 94:43 - The final showdown: Cartier Tank Louis vs Strom Jan Mayen 106:22 - Deciding the winner: Why the Cartier Tank Louis takes the crown 116:50 - Wrapping up the tournament and final thoughts from Devin and Griffin

    1hr 22min
  4. Trafford Watch Co., Starting A Brand, Building It, And Whats Next Ep. 17

    16 Jun

    Trafford Watch Co., Starting A Brand, Building It, And Whats Next Ep. 17

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Nathan Trafford of Trafford Watch Co.. We chat about starting a microbrand watch company, how Nathan made his way from the very start, advice for new brands, and the pitfalls of Ai in the watch industry.  Trafford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traffordwatchco/?hl=en  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Final Recommendations:  Fujifilm X100VI: https://amzn.to/44aBAu5  Teddy X Kevin Microbrand Shark Tank 1: https://youtu.be/B_SsFDGhJps?si=Y4YvYKn3Qhw8A-ka  Teddy X Kevin Microbrand Shark Tank 2: https://youtu.be/E2xQbL0Ahl0?si=p14Jf7xisR8ja9Kj  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 1:25 Wrist Check 2:30 The Brand Journey 5:20 Design & Storytelling 13:00 The First Crossroads 15:30 Community & Networking 20:40 The Evolution of Design 26:30 Growth & New Models 30:50 Using Ai 37:30 Where to start 47:40 The Game 53:00 Final Recommendations

    1hr 1min
  5. Adventure Watches, Is It Just Marketing BS? w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep.16

    9 Jun

    Adventure Watches, Is It Just Marketing BS? w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep.16

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by bi-weekly co-host Griffin Bartsch to dig into watches and adventure. Is it inspiration, aspirational, or just marketing BS? Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Final Recommendations:  James Bond First Light: https://amzn.to/4vWKDuP  Forza Horizon 6: https://amzn.to/4vz410m  Other Links: Vertex Owners Review: https://wornandwound.com/review/video-owners-review-the-vertex-m60-aqualion-nd/  Gallet Trailer: https://www.gallet.com/us-en/  Hamilton Scuba Surfing: https://wornandwound.com/step-outside-inspiring-micro-adventure-moments-with-the-hamilton-khaki-collection/  Stratum Scandi Road Trip: https://wornandwound.com/out-of-office-12-days-and-3500-miles-through-scandinavia-with-the-straum-jan-mayen/  Traska Venturer GMT Review: https://wornandwound.com/review/review-the-traska-venturer-gmt/  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:23 Watches on the Wrist: Personal Selections 03:54 Diving into Vertex: A Watch Review 06:32 Exploring the Vacheron Constantin Overseas 09:02 Adventure Watches: Marketing and Reality 11:40 The Role of Marketing in Watch Culture 14:04 Personal Experiences with Adventure Watches 16:28 Building a Space Watch Commercial 24:36 The Countdown to Adventure 28:07 Watches that Inspire Adventure 31:42 The Role of Watches in Mindset 36:35 Watches for Specific Adventures 40:20 Game Time: Choosing the Right Watch 56:57 Recommendations

    1hr 3min
  6. James Bond Watches w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 15

    26 May

    James Bond Watches w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 15

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by newly dubbed bi-weekly co-host Griffin Bartsch to chat James Bond watches. With the new Omega Seamaster Diver Chronograph releases with video game James Bond 007 First Light, it seemed like the perfect time to look back at historical Bond watches and debate if they were the best choice or not while also speculating about the future. Then, for a fun twist, Griffin brings the game this week challenging Devin to pair watch picks with a selection of different spies. What do you think of the Spy + Watch pairings? Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Final Recommendations:  The Comprehensive Guide to 50 Years of 007's Timepieces The Good Shepard (Movie) Other Links: A Complete List of All James Bond Watches: https://manofmany.com/watches/a-complete-list-of-all-the-james-bond-watches  Everything To Know Before Buying A Pilots Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHaTF09hUsE  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction02:35 Wrist Check 08:02 Daytona Beach Adventures and Bucky's Experience 10:38 Memorial Day Weekend Reflections 12:18 Introduction to Bond Watches 23:14 Exploring the Legacy of Bond Watches 25:32 The Evolution of Bond's Watches 26:28 Iconic Seiko and Other Unconventional Choices 27:40 The Significance of Watch Selection in Bond's Character 32:55 The Impact of Branding on Bond's Image 37:21 Hypothetical Alternatives to Omega 42:54 The One-Watch Philosophy of James Bond 47:38 Exploring Ian Fleming's Influence on Bond Watches 50:04 The Game of Spy Watches Begins 58:48 Final Recommendations

    1hr 5min
  7. School Project to Full Watch Brand, Starting Microbrand Anemoic w/ Magnus Swan Ep. 14

    19 May

    School Project to Full Watch Brand, Starting Microbrand Anemoic w/ Magnus Swan Ep. 14

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Magnus Swan. Employee number 2 at Studio Underdog and founder of University project turned full fledged microbrand Anemoic, Magnus chats with Devi about watch exclusivity, building connections to watches and brands, starting a watch brand, a bit of the behind the scenes of a microbrand. Don’t forget to let us know who won our game of ‘This or That’!  Anemoic Watch: https://anemoicwatches.com/ Introducing Anemoic (Worn & Wound): https://wornandwound.com/introducing-anemoic-from-university-project-to-watch-brand/ Anemoic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anemoic.watches/  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Final Recommendations:  Thornhill: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thornhill_(band) Small Luxuries: Watches (book): https://amzn.to/4tR4kTc Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Time Well Spent Podcast 01:53 Wrist Check: Personal Connections to Watches 05:38 The Impact of Exclusivity in Watch Collecting 10:57 The Balance of Scarcity and Community in Micro Brands 16:15 The Journey of Anamoic: From University Project to Brand 21:53 The Story Behind the Versailles Watch Design 27:22 The Corridor of Royalty 28:02 Design Inspirations and Cultural References 28:53 The Emotional Connection to the Watch 30:13 Challenges in Watch Design and Production 30:41 Innovative Use of Color in Watchmaking 35:02 Navigating Manufacturing Challenges 39:58 The Importance of Mentorship in the Watch Industry 43:22 Balancing Time and Brand Development 45:14 Future Plans and Community Engagement 49:47 Cultural Recommendations and Personal Interests

    53 min
  8. Watch Sleeper Hits Available Right Now w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 13

    12 May

    Watch Sleeper Hits Available Right Now w/ Griffin Bartsch Ep. 13

    In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is once again joined by Griffing Bartsch in order to dig deeper into modern watch catalogs and find the hidden, sleeper hits. They only look at watches available today that are currently being overshadowed in their own collections by other, more popular watches. Should we do come back for a sleeper picks episode including microbrands and less popular brands? Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Considered Goods (substack): https://consideredgoods.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips  Final Recommendations:  Miyoo Mini Plus Retro Gaming Consol: https://amzn.to/4ddY9DP  Blue Moon (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/title/82053241  Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to Time Well Spent Podcast 06:34 Wrist Check: Vintage vs. Modern Watches 10:57 Sleeper Hits in Watch Collections 20:58 Longines Hydroconquest: An Underrated Gem 27:32 Exploring Omega's Offerings 32:42 The Speedmaster Collection: A Deeper Dive 35:47 Chopard's Unique Appeal 40:07 Grand Seiko's K-Shape and Design Philosophy 46:07 Zenith Elite Moonphase: A Classy Choice 47:38 Exploring Zenith and Vacheron Watches 49:58 The Allure of Vacheron Constantin 51:40 Diving into Lesser-Known Brands 54:04 The Significance of Sleeper Brands 56:29 Highlighting the JLC Polaris Date 58:53 Tissot's C-Star 1000 Dive Watch 01:01:20 The Timeless Appeal of Swatch 01:03:47 Recommendations and Closing Thoughts

    1hr 11min
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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
    22
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    © 2026 Devin Pennypacker
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