15 episodes

A podcast by wrist enthusiasts, for wrist enthusiasts. Whether you are a watch nerd or a watch newbie, join Craig, Ben, and Derek as they talk all things watches.

Wrist Enthusiast Radio Wrist Enthusiast

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 20 Ratings

A podcast by wrist enthusiasts, for wrist enthusiasts. Whether you are a watch nerd or a watch newbie, join Craig, Ben, and Derek as they talk all things watches.

    When a Watch Dealer Becomes a Content Creator Featuring MinuteMon

    When a Watch Dealer Becomes a Content Creator Featuring MinuteMon

    Another shake-up at the Wrist Enthusiast Radio podcast. Derek Mon, better known as @minutemon joins the pod as a regular. In this episode, Derek introduces himself, and discusses his watch journey. This includes both his work at his family's authorized watch retailer, Carat & Co., as well as his social media alter ego, @minutemon. The guys then discuss the evolving landscape of watch social media, as well as what works and what doesn't
     
    Watch the Full Video on YouTube:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OFRdlCuDvc
     
    For Watch News, Reviews and Buying guides:
    https://www.wristenthusiast.com/
     
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiastradio 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast
     
    Follow Craig: https://www.instagram.com/craig_karger
    Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benswatches
    Follow Derek: https://www.instagram.com/minutemon
    Follow Carat & Co: https://www.instagram.com/caratco_newyork/
     

    • 52 min
    Talking Watches with Shark Tank's Kevin O'leary - Exclusive Interview

    Talking Watches with Shark Tank's Kevin O'leary - Exclusive Interview

    Kevin O'Leary stopped by to show Craig, founder of Wrist Enthusiast, some of the crazy watches in his collection and to talk watches. Mr. Wonderful discussed his collecting journey, watches as investments, as well as the watch market as a whole. Craig also shared some watches with the Shark Tank star, including the brand new Fleming Series One and some pieces from watch retailer European Watch Company. 
     
    What the Full Video on YouTube:
    https://youtu.be/u-SZfST_ArQ 
     
    Check out WonderCare Watch Insurance:
    https://wondercare.com/
     
    Check out European Watch Company:
    https://www.europeanwatch.com/
     
    To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more:
    https://www.wristenthusiast.com/
     
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast

    • 54 min
    Are Watches Good Investments? Where Does the Watch Market Go From Here?

    Are Watches Good Investments? Where Does the Watch Market Go From Here?

    Craig, Travis and Ben discuss watches as investments, including the case for and against investing in watches (with special guest Karel from Barrelhand joining for another episode). The guys highlight the challenges and risks involved in investing in watches. They also discuss the influence of Crypto and NFTs on the watch market and the role of secondary market dealers in watch prices. The guys also discuss the vintage watch market and the misconceptions surrounding it.
     
    To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more:
    https://www.wristenthusiast.com
     
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast
     
    Follow Craig: https://www.instagram.com/craig_karger
    Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benswatches
    Follow Travis: https://www.instagram.com/watchtravisgo
    Follow Barrelhand: https://www.instagram.com/barrelhand

    • 35 min
    One Small Step for Watchmakers - Barrelhand Founder Karel Bachand Joins the Podcast

    One Small Step for Watchmakers - Barrelhand Founder Karel Bachand Joins the Podcast

    This week Karel Bachand, founder of Barrelhand, joins Craig, Travis and Ben on the Pod. They discuss the big news, that part of Barrelhand's next watch project, the Monolith, recently landed on the moon. Karel also tells the guys why he decided to make the ultimate tool watch, a watch that was made to go to the Moon and beyond.
     
    To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more:
    https://www.wristenthusiast.com
     
    Learn more about Barrelhand:
    https://www.barrelhand.com/ 
     
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast
     
    Follow Craig: https://www.instagram.com/craig_karger
    Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benswatches
    Follow Travis: https://www.instagram.com/watchtravisgo
    Follow Barrelhand: https://www.instagram.com/barrelhand 

    • 54 min
    Which Watches Should We Buy Next?!

    Which Watches Should We Buy Next?!

    This week, Craig, Travis, and Ben get personal and discuss their next big (planned) watch purchase. Craig is conflicted and needs advice, Ben has a good idea of what he wants, and Travis…well of course he has three watches already on his list. Hit play to hear the guys talk TAG Heuer, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Cartier and more!
     
    To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more:
    https://www.wristenthusiast.com
     
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast
     
    Follow Craig: https://www.instagram.com/craig_karger
    Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benswatches
    Follow Travis: https://www.instagram.com/watchtravisgo

    • 33 min
    Season 2 Kickoff: Our Favorite Watches of 2023

    Season 2 Kickoff: Our Favorite Watches of 2023

    Season 2 of Wrist Enthusiast Radio is here with some big changes! Craig and Travis are back, but Ben (of Ben's Watches on TikTok and Instagram) joins as a regular. Listen as Ben dives into his journey into watch collecting and the guys discuss their favorite watch releases of 2023. Do you agree with their picks?
     
    To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more:
    https://www.wristenthusiast.com
     
    Follow us on Social Media:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast
     
    Follow Craig: https://www.instagram.com/craig_karger
    Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benswatches
    Follow Travis: https://www.instagram.com/watchtravisgo
     

    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

MarkStras ,

Love it

Craig is the man, true industry expert. Can’t wait to listen to the next one!

J9slapshot ,

Informative podcast

Great podcast! Craig has a tremendous knowledge of watches.

NealF123 ,

Great new podcast!

Im a watch collector and love this podcast. Craig, Adrian and Travis are all friendly and knowledgeable. Excited to see the future episodes.

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