Watch Fanatics

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Watch fanatics share and discuss their opinions on everything Watch related. Kevin is a Rolex Fanboy. His collection is more sophisticated, focused, with a cerebral approach. David is not biased. His collection is more of a mosaic, non discriminate, with an emotional approach. Carol understands luxury and fashion and knows how to bring it to the watch world.

Episodes

  • Episode 134 - Swatch vs AP and Rolex 100th vs Tudor 100th

    This episode of Watch Fanatics reviews the Rolex and Tudor 100th anniversary releases. The host also speculates about a possible collaboration between Swatch and Audemars Piguet.

  • Episode 133 - Hermès, IWC, Tag Heuer, and some W&W 2026

    The Watch Fanatics podcast covers new watches from IWC, TAG Heuer, and Hermès presented at Watches and Wonder 2026. The episode also notes the event's move towards shorter content formats.

  • Episode 132 - Omega, Bulova, Breitling, Seiko, and Artemis 2

    This episode of Watch Fanatics focuses on watches associated with the Artemis II mission, exploring models from brands like Omega, Bulova, Breitling, and Seiko, often referred to as moon watches.

  • Episode 131 - AP, Omega, Timex, Unison, Thermatron, and Minutes + Hours Chicago 2026

    This episode covers the Minutes + Hours watch show in Chicago, introduces body heat powered watches, and discusses offerings from Omega, AP, Timex, and Unison.

  • Episode 130 - What is Mecha-Quartz? Some history and watches

    This episode of Watch Fanatics explains the Mecha-Quartz watch movement, covering its history and showcasing examples from both microbrand and luxury watch manufacturers.

  • Episode 129 - Cars, Bell & Ross, Seiko, and Casio

    Hey Watch Fans, More Car and Watch Collaborations I am getting ready for the 2026 Canadian International Autoshow. Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram AND Please check out Carol at IG: @spassense

  • Episode 128 - AP, Seiko5, Omega x Swatch go Pink

    Hey Watch Fans, Happy New Year!!! Lets take a look at 3 pink watches from 2025 that made a splash! Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram AND Please check out Carol at IG: @spassense

  • Episode 127 - More Esquire Lists, Hamilton, AVI-8

    Hey Watch Fans, We look closely at 2 Esquire Lists High-End and Low-End Lists. Also a quick talk about the Hamilton collabortation and AVI-8 6 Men's Dive Watches You Can Buy Now for Under L500 (from tough tissot to a L63 Casio) by Barry Sa…

  • Episode 126 - Unison Watches: The Orbital will Blow Your Mind

    Hey Watch Fans, Carol and I, sit down with Yuebai of Unison Watches. A Cool and innovative microbrand from Canada. check their website out. The Orbital is Gorgeous! Unison Watches www.unisonwatches.ca Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Foll…

  • Episode 125 - Esquire Best 9 watches under $500

    Hey Watch Fans, Check out the Esquires top 9 watches for under $500! This list was published in October 15, 2025 and written by Eric Francisco,I am sure you can still find it. the link below will show you the entire list...and its a fun on…

  • Episode 124 - Brands of the 2025 Timepiece World Awards

    Hey Watch Fans, Get to know the brands and models of the 2025 Timepiece World Awards. You will not be dissapointed with the watches that walked away with the awards. They are Gorgeous and I highly encourage you check out the Timepiece Worl…

  • Episode 123 - The Brands of 2025 Toronto Time Piece Show

    Hey Watch Fans, There are so many brands at the 2025 Toronto Timepiece Show. Here are all of them. I strongly encourage you to check out the Toronto Timepiece Show website to see the list, and google them individually to be blown away by w…

  • Episode 122 - The Best Watches of 2025 According to QG UK

    Hey Watch Fans, Check out the GQ top watches for 2025! Atleast the top ten. This list was edited in July 27, 2025 by Michael Christensen i am sure you can still find it. I look at the top ten. the link below will show you the entire list..…

  • Episode 121 - Atomic Time precision For You. Blue Tooth vs Radio-Control vs Satellite

    Hey Watch Fans, Atomic Time from an Atomic Watch to your wrist! How you can get this precision from a Radio-Control, Satellite, or Blue Tooth watch. Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram AND Please…

  • Episode 120 - Diamonds, Omega, VC, HelloIce, Casio, Cartier

    Hey Watch Fans, To Ice or not to Ice. That is the question. the world is trying to bring some value back into real natural diamonds. we also look at cool watches that may or may not have diamonds. hmmm. Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Fo…

  • Episode 119 - YouTube, Tudor, Longines, Hamilton, G-Shock, Seiko

    Hey Watch Fans, Thanks to the Youtube Adverts, I have discovered some prettey cool watches. whats on your algorithm? Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram AND Please check out Carol at IG: @spassens…

  • Episode 118 - Collecting Vintage Rolex, Seiko, AP, Heuer

    Hey Watch Fans, Vintages are fun! They are great way to get into some luxury brands, collect history, and boost your collection. Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram AND Please check out Carol at I…

  • Episode 117 - Watches in Cinema

    Hey Watch Fans, If you are like me. You are watching the actors wrist as much as you are watching the film. Some great watches are in great films, they are just too many to list. However, here are a few. Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook F…

  • Episode 116 - Carol & Kev at CAIS talk Swiss VS French brands

    Hey Watch Fans, Kevin, Carol, and I visit the Canadian International Auto Show to check out collaborations. Plus, we break out into a casual French Brand VS Swiss Brand discussion. Cartier vs JLC vs Patek vs AP etc... Like WatchFanatics.ca…

  • Episode 115 - Adam of Farr + Swit : A Collector Starts his own Watch Company

    Hey Watch Fans, So you want to start a watch company?! Listen to Adam Farrand Swit of Farr + Swit. Adam Farrand Hodge talks about his watch journey and watch company. He shares his experiences with music, street culture, sports, and busine…

  • Episode 114 - MARCH LA.B and Farr + Swit watches

    Hey Watch Fans, Here is a quick glance at two very cool Microbrands. MARCH LA.B and Farr + Swit. One French and one American. Check out there websites to get a closer look at what they have to offer. www.farrandswit.com www.march-lab.com S…

  • Episode 113 - Chronographs at the Detroit Auto Show

    Hey Watch Fans, Lets take a closer look at Chronographs. The history and the significance. Who goes to a Car Show without wearing chronographs....we do. LOL But we do feel that chronographs belong at a car show. Like WatchFanatics.ca on Fa…

  • Episode 112 - Watch Brands and Car Equivalents

    Hey Watch Fans, Watch Brands and their Car Brand equivalent. Kevin is back and he does some great comparisons Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram AND Please check out Carol at IG: @spassense AND c…

  • Episode 111 - Cars, Watches, You, and More

    Hey Watch Fans, What Does your car and watch say about you? a breif psychological profiling from Carol to see what these items say about your character. But as always more casual watch talk, and possible look into what future episodes will…

  • Episode 110 - Jeep X Marathon Watch Official Collaboration

    Hey Watch Fans, I talk about the official license collaboration between Jeep and Marathon Watch. Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram AND Please check out Carol at IG: @spassense AND check out Kevi…

  • Episode 110 - Watch Straps and You

    Hey Watch Fans, Today I talk with Carol and discuss straps for our watches. Its amazing how discussing watches can really be a conduit to knowing a person more closely. We reference Terry Crafted and StrapsCo. Both are passionate watch hob…

  • Episode 109 - SOVRYGN Watches meet the Watches and the Man behind the brand

    Hey Watch Fans, Today I talk with Rotimi the founder of SOVRYGN Watches. We dive into the company, the watch, and the man behind it all! Please check out his website and instagram to get a better look at these beautiful watches. www.sovryg…

  • Episode 108 - Toronto TimePiece Show 2024

    Hey Watch Fans, Check out Toronto Timepiece Show on instagram @ torontotimepieceshow https://www.torontotimepieceshow.com/ it is happening September 27-29 2024. At 475 Yonge Street, Courtyard Marriott Let us know what you all think. Enjoy…

  • Episode 106 - Rolex Tour & Luxury Rentals with Carol

    Hey Watch Fans, Introducing to you Carol of @spassense . We have a super casual talk about the Rolex Factory tour, if watches reflect status, Jersey shores, and watch rentals. Please check out Carol at IG: @spassense The tour that we talk…

  • Episode 105 - Ambassadors from Whitby Watch Co.

    Hey Watch Fans, Today we talk about the Ambassador GMT and Non - GMT! Let us know what you all think. Enjoy the show, Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow Kevin @WatchFanatics.ca on Instagram Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Instagram

  • Episode 104 - Omega, Raygun, & the 2024 Paris Olympics

    Hey Watch Fans, Today we talk about the Paris 2024 Olympic Sponsor Omega! Let us know what you all think. Enjoy the show, Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow Kevin @WatchFanatics.ca on Instagram Follow David @watchfanaticdavid on Inst…

  • Episode 103 - Rolex, Omega, Seiko, Omega/Swatch & Chrono24

    Hey Watch Fans, super casual talk about a GQ article about Chrono24 analytics and Gnomon and MoonSwatch Mission to the Supermoon. also check out some of Kev's newest links. IG: @keyerealtor twitter: keyerealtor Youtube: https://youtu.be/r3…

  • Episode 102 - T&S show: Imdispro, Sovrygn Watches, Embix, S.A Marketing, Carmen and Co.

    Hey Watch Fans, met some cool people at the Time and Shine expo in Toronto. here they are and their brands. Embix.com: @embixwatchescanada representing Maserati, Festina, Bering, Oui & Me, Lee Cooper, Storm S.A Marketing: representing Herb…

  • Episode 101 - Seiko, Tag, Makers, Time and Shine Expo, Bruce Lee

    Hey Watch Fans, super casual talk about some collaborations with bruce lee, porsche, donkey kong, mario and of the upcoming Time and Shine expo in Toronto. also check out some of Kev's newest links. IG: @keyerealtor twitter: keyerealtor Yo…

  • Episode 100 - AVI-8, Chopard, Blackpink, etc.

    Hey Watch Fans, Today we look at AVI-8 and its collaboration with Capcom, Chopard, Blackpink, Casio, Citizen, Hamilton and even seiko 5. also check out some of Kev's newest links. IG: @keyerealtor twitter: keyerealtor Youtube: https://yout…

  • Episode 99 - Rolex VS Omega Dress Watch War

    Hey Watch Fans, Kevin is back to talk some watches. Today i just wanted to ask him what he thought of the Omega Shades and Rolex Puzzle and Bubbles pieces. He is a Rolex Fanboy and I thought he would have something to say. Also I mentioned…

  • Episode 98 - Bjorn Kartomten of "Yes Watch" talks Watch Biz, Rolex, History, and so much more.

    Hey Watch Fans, Big Thanks to Bjorn Kartomten! Today Bjorn President, founder, and the man behind Yes Watch. He briefly discusses his journey on developing a watch company, concept of time, history of time, and so much more. His knowledge…

  • Episode 97 - Dive Watch from a Divers POV, Seiko5 Sports Honda Super Cub

    Hey Watch Fans, Big Thanks to De Mello Coffee www.hellodemello.com for providing some super powers to our episode again. Today I share a quick experience with the Seiko 5 Sports Honda Super Cub. Also... I finally release the Interview with…

  • Episode 96 - A Re-Release of an episode with special car and watch collaborations

    Hey Watch Fans, Big Thanks to De Mello Coffee www.hellodemello.com for providing some super powers to our episode again. As mentioned previously, this is a re-release of an episode after the 2020 canadian international autoshow. in honour…

  • Episode 95 - Tag Heuer, Canadian International AutoShow, Steve McQueen & Gulf Livery

    Hey Watch Fans, This episode is inspired by the 2023 Canadian International AutoShow. If You are a fan of watches and cars, I hope to bump into you at the show. Maybe in front of the longtail Porsche? Today we talk Tag Heuer, Gulf Livery,…

  • Episode 94 - Ad Mare new divers from Whitby Watch Company

    Hey Watch Fans, Today we talk about the new dive watches from Whitby Watch Company. The Ad Mare!!! These are unbelievable watches that I just have to share with everyone! Please check out their website, www.whitbywatchco.com and instagram…

  • Episode 93 - Yes Watch

    Hey Watch Fans, Big Thanks to De Mello Coffee www.hellodemello.com for providing some super powers to our episode again. Today we talk about the V7 watch from Yes Watch! Please check out there website, instagram @yeswatch_official , and yo…

  • Episode 92 - Timex Worn and Wound, Expedition North, Tissot, and Whitby Watch Co.

    Hey Watch Fans, Big Thanks to De Mello Coffee www.hellodemello.com for providing some super powers to our episode again. Today we talk about the Timex WW75 the collaboration with Worn and Wound and the Timex Expedition North. Swatch, Tisso…

  • Episode 91 - Breitling, McRib, Seiko, and Richard Mille

    Hey Watch Fans, Today we talk Seiko Metronome, respond to a listeners Breitling alternatives, Bell & Ross, Richard Mille and the McRib. Let us know what you all think. Enjoy the show, Like WatchFanatics.ca on Facebook Follow Kevin @WatchFa…

  • Episode 90 - We Are Back! Tudor, Bulova, and Casioak talk

    Hey Watch Fans, Sorry for our Absence. We are back. And hope to upload episodes more regularly. To the fans that reached out thanks for the feedback. Also special apology to @realestate.shifu we are sorry for maybe not responding to you fa…

  • Episode 89 - Controversy, Watches & Wonders, Microlux Chicago show

    Hey Watch Fans, Controversy with Swatch, Omega, and Rolex. We talk some Watches and Wonder. also quick shout to Rich and the Chicago Microlux show. The Chicago MicroLux show is on April 30 to May 1. If you are in the area please go and giv…

  • Episode 88 - "Keeper Of Time" Interview with Michael Culyba: Director, Producer, Editor

    Hey Watch Fans, This Episode we have the honour to interview Michael Culyba. He is the Director, Producer, and Editor of the new movie "Keeper Of Time". Please check out the their website: www.keeperoftimemovie.com He interviews some iconi…

  • Episode 87 - Cartier, Breitling, Girard Perregaux, G-shock

    Hey Watch Fans, We talk about some new watches from Girard Perregaux, Breitling, and Casio. Also thanks for reaching out and asking about Ballon Bleu de Cartier. Follow Kevin @WatchFanatics.ca on Instagram Follow David @watchfanaticdavid o…

  • Episode 86 - "Intrepid X" a Canadian Chrono-Diver from Whitby Watch Co.

    Hey Watch Fans, Today we have the black and stainless steel Intrepid X Chrono-Diver from the Whitby Watch Co. Swiss movement, Canadian design, Canadian assembled! Is it a James Bond Watch? Let us know what you think. These are a limited nu…

  • Episode 85 - Oris, Timex, Hamilton, Mondaine, and Casio

    Hey Watch Fans, Happy 2022! We talk about some new and "newish" watches from Oris, Hamilton, Casio, and Timex. Also, we give applause to Mondaine for another year of net zero carbon emission. Follow Kevin @WatchFanatics.ca on Instagram Fol…