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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for a chat with the ever fascinating Brittany Nicole Cox (@nicocurio) - an antiquarian horologist, conservator and educator specialising in the preservation and restoration of automata, mechanical magic, mechanical music, engine turning and complicated clocks and watches. Join us as for a wide-ranging conversation about antiquarian horology, automata, stewardship, preservation and restoration of historically-important mechanical objects, museums to visit; as well as Brittany's passion for learning and teaching engine turning and other mechanical crafts.  Make sure you also check out Brittany's website for commissions and bespoke handmade items available for the discerning collector. It was an absolute pleasure and a privilege to speak with Brittany on FWR. Brittany's work can be seen at @memoria_technica and @nicocurio and www.mechanicalcurios.com The book I mention on the podcast is called: "The Feather Thief" by Kirk Wallace Johnson (see episode of This American Life podcast about it here). Calina Shevlin's book: "Guilloche: A History and Practical Manual" can be found here. Also check out Calina's work @atelierguilloche Make sure you check out Brittany's presentation for the Horological Society of New York, and her role in the recently released "Keeper of Time" Film. The Quill & Pad article about Brittany's own automaton "Cochlea" can be found here. Recommendations from this episode: Brittany - @sk_mechanician and @ludovicballouard Adam - @itsbeenalangeday Roman - Annette Beyer Automata Collection New Theme Music for 2022: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel) Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Stay On Time

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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, host Roman (@TimesRomanAU) has a conversation with Michal Dunin (@michal.dunin), CEO of Poland-based watch companies Blonie Watches (@bloniewatches) and Chopin Watches (@chopinwatches), as well as a passionate collector of Independent horology and watches in his own right. Join us as for a fun and wide-ranging conversation where we discuss the Indie horology scene, the rich history of Polish and Soviet watchmaking and Michal's journey in resurrecting a famous Polish company Blonie Watches to bring it back to relevance and success. If you like to hear stories about watchmaking entrepreneurship and passion - you will like this episode. Along the way, we also learn about Michal's favourite indie watchmaker - Svend Andersen of @andersengeneve.  Special additional shout-outs in this episode to friends of FWR: Fernando Ronzon (@f.ronzon), Chris Manning (@silver_hand), Josh and Nick Hacko (@nicholashackowatches), Reuben Schoots (@reubenschoots), Nicholas Bowman-Scargill (@fearswatches) and Schwarz Etienne (@schwarzetienne). Check out Michal at: @bloniewatches, @chopinwatches and @michal.dunin, and www.zegarkieblonie.com and www.chopinwatches.com Recommendations from this episode: Michal: @the_naked_watchmaker, Peter Speake and Daniella Marin (also check out and sign up for The Naked Watchmaker Masterclass Series) Roman: @mii.watch Special Shoutout and love for the People of Ukraine. #WeStandWithUkraine. #NoWar New Theme Music for 2022: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel) Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Stay On Time

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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for a chat with the legendary watch collector, photographer, horological guru and all-round "Mr Nice Guy" GaryG (@garyg_1). GaryG is a well known contributor to Quill & Pad (@quillandpad) and has been a member of the jury of the GPHG prize. Join us as for an open, fun and wide-ranging conversation about independent watchmaking; the taxonomy of collecting philosophies; sage advice to watch brands and enthusiasts, as well as Gary's well-informed thoughts on how to engage and build successful watch communities and pass on horological legacies. Gary's humour, erudition and thoughtfulness really shine through! It was an absolute pleasure and a privilege to speak with him on FWR. Check out Gary's work on Quill and Pad (@quillandpad) and www.quillandpad.com Shout-outs in this episode (including many friends of FWR and previous guests): @ElizabethDoerr, Tim Jackson @IndependentInTime, @karivoutilainen, @McGoniglewatches, Peter Speake @The_Naked_Watchmaker, @Vianney_Halter_official, @LudovicBallouard, @Philippe_Dufour_Officiel, @Daniela_dufour, @ParmigianiFleurier, @MaxBusser, @K_chaykin, @RogerWSmithLtd, @Rexhep.Rexhepi and Anita Porchet. Recommendations from this episode: Adam - @interior.angles GaryG - @christian_lass, @gravalance and @l951.1 Roman - @orontius.finaeus New Theme Music for 2022: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel) Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Stay On Time

Welcome to The Defining Time Show on Fifth Wrist Radio. This week Anthony (@defining_time) is joined by long time friend and all round legend of FW Thomas (@watchsymmetry) to speak with the wonderful Erika from Erika's Originals (@erikasoriginals). We discuss many things, about Erika's journey into watch straps after falling into it thanks to her husband to how one of Erika's straps was sent into the stratosphere. You will not believe the story about how she found the machine needed to make her own webbing. Thomas is a big fan of Erika's straps and you'll learn just how many of these straps he has. Huge thanks to Erika for giving up her time and for the wonderful things she is doing to give back to people in need. The world needs more Erika's.  Grab a whiskey if that's your thing, put on a tuxedo, sit in your most comfortable chair and journey with us to an inspirational conversation that really goes to show you can do anything if you set your mind to it! Recommendations from this episode: Erika: Soon to be a book called Instalicious @tamas Thomas: @kktimezoned Anthony: @doedtid Music by @salil808   Special thanks and shoutout to @cathy_whittaker for the Fifth Wrist voice work. Love it, thank you! Special mention to @southslope.nyc for his cool  mugs and t-shirts - check 'em out! Special Special thanks to @hands.faces.cases and @the_humble_horologists for helping out with the reviews and bringing more owners reviews to the community at warp speed. Thank you gents. Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist Thank you for all the positive reviews & comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one! To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Cheers from Thomas and Anthony!

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On this episode of Driving Time we have a Scotsman living in Western Australia and helping found Redbar WA with our previous guest Rob.  Show Notes can be found here