Best Adrian Barker Podcasts (2024)

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episode 164 - INVESTIGATING YOGYAKARTA with ADRIAN COEN 1:00:00

2d ago1:00:00

1:00:00

A personal walking through this beautiful city on theIndonesian island of Java, known for its traditional arts and cultural heritage. It’s a journey in real time, of memories and of great music. With Adrian Coen

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episode 163 – SPIES with CRAIG BARKER 1:01:11

15d ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Actress Madeline Smith, Roger Moore’s Bond Girl, reveals the secrets of Spying. Adrian is collecting intelligence, Craig is hacking the data, and Bill is staring at goats. But why is Justin Fashanu so angry, and who’s got his cigarettes? With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen, Craig Barker and Madeline Smith…

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episode 162 - BANNING BOOKS with JO COLDWELL and ROS GREEN 1:00:01

28d ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Top indie book shop manager Jo Coldwell and The Director of Essex Book Festival Ros Green discuss the ethics of censorship, what being cancelled means, and whether freedom of speech is really necessary. Meanwhile Bill is having trouble with Matron, and Adrian and Janice are on full expenses, for art’s sake, of course. With great music too. With Bil…

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episode 161 - MANCHESTER with IAIN TALLENTIRE 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

It’s a city of renewal and redemption. The rain and Eccles cakes are still there, but Manchester is a progressive, modern and revitalised city, proud of its past - and its future too.

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episode 160 - SATURDAYS with BOB MAY 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

It's unique - a day like no other! Special in so many ways - sport, leisure, TV, and if we're lucky, an extra hour in bed! From the Polynesian island of Kiribati, to Saturday Night Fever... its another live Box 39 with all the usual nonsense, and with great music too...

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episode 159 - THE BOX 39 MIND, SPIRIT & BODY FAIR with DAVID NASH 1:01:07

2M ago1:01:07

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It’s the last day of David’s Fair, and his followers are in the car park. But is he the wellbeing messiah? Or just a very naughty boy? Adrian’s plotting against him, and Bill is lost in his past. It’s going to end in fireworks, that’s for sure… With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen and David Nash

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episode 158 - THe ENd OF THE WORd with MIKe HARWOOd 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Mike is trying Welsh, swearing in Victorian and speaking Cold War Doublethink. Bill is winning Radio Scrabble. And there are revelations from the past in GCSE Esperanto. Chaotic, charming and engaging live studio Box 39... with great music, of course

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episode 157 – OBSOLETE TECHNOLOGY with BOB MAY & SIMON GRINHAM 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Live from a very cluttured Studio 1, all the next generation of devices and inventions, alongside the tech they replaced. But accidents can happen... With great music and the new Yellow Pages ad that may haunt you forever... with Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen, Bob May and Simon Grinham.

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episode 156 – SMUGGLERS! With MIKE HARWOOD and JONATHAN PEARSALL 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

The murky waters of East Anglia have always hidden big secrets. But now Mike’s talking big numbers, Jonathan’s making big money, and Adrian’s refusing to wear his fiery bamboo underpants. And where are the budgies being hidden?With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen, Mike Harwood & Jonathan Pearsall

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episode 155 – THE LONDON UNDERGROUND with BILL LAWRANCE 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

The London Underground transit system. The tube. A crossroads of history, culture, and innovation. Joining Bill are Anthony Roberts, Pulp, Lily Allen, King Charles’ Royal Antelopes, Suggs, the naked station staff at Dagenham East, and The Jam. It's an innovative live broadcast that travels on every one of the 11 lines of the Underground, that symbo…

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episode 154 – THE BATTLEFIELDS OF THE SOMME with IAIN TALLENTIRE 1:00:00

5M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

This is a journey around the World War One Battlefields of the Somme, in northern France, where the British and German armies engaged in conflicts of such enormity and horror. As idealism perished, the futile tragedy of ‘the lions led by donkeys’ emerged. As one German officer wrote: ‘the whole history of the world cannot contain a more ghastly wor…

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episode 153 - THE LOST PUB with BOB MAY 1:00:00

6M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Join our special celebration of that cornerstone of our communities, The Pub - described by Samuel Pepys as ‘The Heart of England’. With appearances by Bruno Brookes, Floella Benjamin and manyglorious pubs, past and present - and with great music too, of course. With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen and Bob May…

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episode 152 – IT’S CHRISTMAS with DAVID NASH 1:00:02

7M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

Bill & David have the spirit of Christmas – but Adrian is missing, Anthony’s been sacked and only Keith knows the password. Can Mr Tinsels save the show? He’s 87, you know… With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen & David Nash

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Therapy Session with Dr George Pt.1 28:46

7M ago28:46

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At last weeks live AET event in London, George held an open surgery where members of the AET community came to chat with him about their collections and the stories behind the watches. Part Two to follow next week, Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.…

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Community Choice Awards Part 2 32:14

7M ago32:14

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Continuing to look at the trios' favourite watches & brands of the year before the AET Community Choice Awards at their event on December 13th. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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episode 151 – BLACK FRIDAY @ PRICE UNIVERSITY with IAN HORNETT 1:00:00

7M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

There are bargains galore, as Bill and Ian dig deep into the educational phenomenon of online instant-qualification gratification. As the pennies drop however, the shocking truth becomes apparent, that “Everyone has a Price”. With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen & Ian Hornett

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The Community Choice Awards Part 1 33:06

8M ago33:06

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With less than a month left of 2023, the guys launch the AET Community Choice Awards and discuss some of their favourite and not so favourite watches of the year. We'd like you to vote for YOUR choices so get involved at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3QQ559T Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEff…

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Dubai Watch Week review 33:19

8M ago33:19

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Fresh from Dubai Watch Week, the guys discuss their highlights of the event. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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episode 150 – HOW TO WIN AT FOOTBALL with CRAIG BARKER 1:00:00

8M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Live from Studio One, we share the secrets of ‘How to Win at Football’, all the things you need to know to fulfil your football based dreams. With remarkable access to the Radio Presenter’s XI, their new stadium, and their approach to winning mindset ways, we also hear from four Box 39 celebrities with their own answer to this vital question. And t…

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The Kindness Episode 29:39

8M ago29:39

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November 13th saw World Kindness Day, so the trio decided to discuss community and acts of kindness within the watch industry. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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episode 149 – THE BELGIUM BATTLEFIELDS OF WORLD WAR ONE with IAIN TALLENTIRE 1:00:00

8M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

So many of the Western Front’s bloodiest engagements were fought In Belgium and particularly around Ypres - it was also one of the most unsuited to modern warfare, with its flat and boggy terrain. The shocking and important truths of these Battlefields are told through its bunkers, dressing stations, trenches, tunnels, monuments, and museums. Their…

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Ep. 7 - From Retro to Rage 14:48

8M ago14:48

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NOTE: Apologies for the terrible sound in this (mercifully short) episode. One of the co-hosts forgot to switch off his webcam mic and promptly recorded the whole episode. We don't believe in publicly shaming said co-host, but it wasn't Adam.By Adam Eccles & Keith A Pearson

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Behind the Manufacturer's Curtain 36:27

8M ago36:27

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Fresh from a visit to the Bremont headquarters, Andrew discusses with George and Adrian the topic of seeing the magic of the brands at close hand. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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New Releases 35:14

8M ago35:14

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With George back, the guys discuss some of their picks amongst the brand-new watch releases. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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When do we know when pull the trigger on a new watch? 37:39

9M ago37:39

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With George still away, Marcus returns in this episode, where the trio discusses how and when you know when the right time is to pull that trigger on a new watch purchase. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/…

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episode 148 – THE RIVER STOUR with BOB MAY & SIMON GRINHAM 1:03:10

9M ago1:03:10

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We’re just messing about on the river, from historical Sudbury to hysterical Harwich. Simon shows us his pork-based cock-pocket, and Bob’s on watch up his long ladder There’s wild soup to eat, and Antoine’s made the nettle tea. And there’s a drunken sailor loose on deck… Sail the stream of chat, humour and great music, live from the Box 39 Studio. …

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What is it about Tudor and Marcus Flack? 33:53

9M ago33:53

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With George being away, Adrian and Andrew are joined by AET's Marcus and they discuss why Tudor has Marcus firmly in their grip. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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Team Ikuzawa 23:31

9M ago23:31

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George recently returned from Japan following the launch of the TAG HEUER CARRERA TEAM IKUZAWA BY BAMFORD watch. Listen as Andrew, George, and Adrian discuss the trip, watch tourism, and the launch itself. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/…

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episode 147 – THE NORTH SEA FLOOD OF 1953 with Jonathan Pearsall & Mike Harwood 1:05:24

9M ago1:05:24

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Amidst astonishing tales of disaster, ordeal and humanity across East Anglia, Jonathan’s big secret is out, and Mike’s strictly cash only. Antoine speaks for his socks, and Venetia Tardy-Bint speaks from God... It’s the usual live studio chaos, of course. And with great music too. With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen, Yvonne Pini, Mike Harwood andJonath…

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Nomos 28:16

9M ago28:16

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Andrew recently visited Nomos in Glashütte and recounts the trip to Adrian and George. They also discuss service watches and a sex therapist. As you do. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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Blancpain - The Debrief 38:20

10M ago38:20

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So now the hype is settling down, how has the Blancpain X Swatch collab landed? What has this meant for the Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3 launch? Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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episode 146 – JUGGLING LIFE with Jill Ball & Toni Peers 1:00:00

10M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

It's all change in the studio this week as Jill, Toni and Yvonne do the heavy lifting whilst Bill & Adrian do very little indeed for their executive fees. As modern life becomes more complex and confusing, so does juggling our roles. How can we survive? Just ask Barbie…. With Bill Lawrance, Jill Ball, Toni Peers & Yvonne Pini.…

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Subscriber Q&A 3 29:10

10M ago29:10

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Having been chastised by subscriber Rod in an earlier podcast, we think we're getting better at these Q&As now so a huge thank you to all the subscribers who sent in their questions! Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/…

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Ep. 6 - '80s Ad Nauseam 2:01:54

10M ago2:01:54

2:01:54

In this episode, Adam and Keith seek to list the most irritating TV adverts of the 1980s. For more information and tickets to their live event in Birmingham (14th Oct 23), just follow the following link - https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/inchgate-publishing/meet-the-time-travellers/2023-10-14/19:00/t-mozavyn…

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Blancpain x Swatch - post launch thoughts 31:14

10M ago31:14

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The event has been and gone. Did the real-life hype match the pre-hype predictions? With Adrian back amongst it all this week, hear what the guys thought. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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episode 145 - CYPRUS with Sue Beer 1:02:58

10M ago1:02:58

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Live, from the studios of Sunshine FunTime FM, in Nicosia, Cyprus, Box 39 investigates the magical mixture of traditional and modern life on this remarkable island. Guest presenter Sue Beer joins regulars Bill and Adrian to examine this beautiful yet complex Mediterranean tourist attraction, and uncover the secrets of the people and the places that…

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Back To The Future with Blancpain X Swatch 39:30

10M ago39:30

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Saturday saw the release of the Blancpain X Swatch. Will it emulate the same hype as the Omega MoonSwatch? With Adrian away in far flung fields, Andrew & George are joined by a very special guest co-host, the brilliant Andrew Morgan from Watchfinder. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime htt…

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Will we buy Rolex off the shelf again? 33:56

11M ago33:56

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Imagining a world where Rolex comes back to retail is what Andrew, Adrian and George discuss in this latest episode. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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episode 144 – JEOPARDY with Bob May 1:00:00

11M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

There’s peril, risk and electric shocks in the Studio, as Bob is tested to his very limits – will his supreme knowledge of Telephone Poles help him to avoid the consequences? It’s a live show, and with listeners choosing what happens next, anything can happen… With Bill Lawrance, Adrian Coen & Bob May…

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Ep. 5 - Salt & Vinegar on That? 1:46:23

11M ago1:46:23

1:46:23

In this episode, Adam and Keith aim to list the quirkiest items found on the traditional chip shop menu. Listener discretion is advised, particularly if you enjoy the occasional saveloy.By Adam Eccles & Keith A Pearson

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Rolex buys Bucherer - what does this mean? 32:16

11M ago32:16

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The big news this week was the Rolex purchase of Bucherer. What does this mean for the rest of the luxury watch brands and indeed for Rolex themselves? Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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Buying Vintage Watches 29:49

11M ago29:49

29:49

Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker

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episode 143 – THE FREE REPUBLIC OF WIVENHOE with Martin Newell & Danae Brook 1:00:00

11M ago1:00:00

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Comrades, it’s Revolution! Wivenhoe has declared itself as an independent state, no longer in the UK. From the roadblocks at the Co-op comes the new President Martin Newell in some serious epaulettes and a pointy hat. Announcing 5 edicts for the citizens, playing great music, and declaring a new national anthem, it’s a critical moment in Wivenhoe’s…

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Subscriber Q&A Part 2: Semi-disaster! 30:42

11M ago30:42

30:42

This Q&A part 2 is because we like to talk and you guys like the ask deep questions, so doing a single Q&A episode wasn't possible. However, in this episode, we cover more questions! Cheers, AET Team Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/…

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Watches in Movies - do we care? 28:11

12M ago28:11

28:11

George, Andrew and Adrian talk about watches in the new Barbie and Oppenheimer movies. Does it have an impact if a watch is seen in a movie? Do we actually care about which watches are in movies? Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/…

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Ep. 4 - Retail Fail 2:00:42

12M ago2:00:42

2:00:42

In this episode, Adam and Keith aim to list the big retail names of the past that crashed and burned.By Adam Eccles & Keith A Pearson

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episode 142 - SAVING BILLERICAY with Bill Lawrance & Adrian Coen 1:00:01

12M ago1:00:01

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The beautiful Essex town of Billericay is in danger from an ancient historical curse, and time is running out. Box 39 is on a mission to save the town - with the help of listeners, the Colne Radio Sports Car, some great music and a reasonable lunch expenses budget. A unique and remarkable radio adventure, that could just save Billericay… With Bill …

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Subscriber Q&A - July 2023 27:17

12M ago27:17

27:17

Hi, Effers! In this episode, Andrew, Adrian and George answer your questions. Well, not many as we like to talk! You guys asked a lot of questions, so we are going to sprinkle these across the coming weeks. Cheers, AET. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.ef…

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Threads - what this new social media means for watches 27:38

12M ago27:38

27:38

Andrew, George and Adrian discuss social media and the watch community and if Instagram's new Threads is good or bad. Stay in touch with us at: https://abouteffingtime.net/ https://www.youtube.com/@AboutEffingTime https://www.instagram.com/about.effing.time/By George Bamford, Andrew McUtchen, Adrian Barker