Best Montagne Podcasts (2025)

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From Despair & Addiction to Faith, Hope & Empowerment: Jenna Frandsen's Story - Latter-Day Lights 2:01:05

1d ago2:01:05

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What if your darkest trials could ultimately become your brightest testimony? In this powerful episode of Latter-Day Lights, we hear the incredible story of Jenna Frandsen—a woman who transformed her life from the depths of addiction, grief, and trauma to becoming a light for others. From losing her husband and battling substance abuse to discoveri…

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When Your Spouse Comes Out - From Heartbreak to Hope: Melissa Rollins' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:13:10

9d ago1:13:10

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What do you do when the life you thought you were living is suddenly shattered? In this episode of Latter-Day Lights, we meet Melissa Rollins, a woman whose world was turned upside down when her husband of 19 years revealed he was gay. With grace, vulnerability, and unwavering faith, Melissa shares her journey of navigating heartbreak, anger, and u…

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Casting out Demonic Spirits with the Gift of Discernment: Meghan Blanc's Story - Latter-Day Lights 59:02

16d ago59:02

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When the harrowing force of darkness takes over your very being, would you heed its warning and fortify your faith? From what first appeared as an ominous warning sign on her patriarchal blessing, devoted stay-at-home mom, Meghan Blanc, recalls her bone-chilling encounter with a demonic spirit that took over her body in a state of oppression—a life…

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Bremont CEO Davide Cerrato on the brand’s evolving identity 1:07:51

19d ago1:07:51

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Bremont CEO Davide Cerrato has been in the role for a little over a year at this point, and it’s safe to say that 2024 has been a rollercoaster. The brand, rooted in British identity and aviation, unveiled a brand new collection, logo and strategy at its Watches & Wonders debut and has, in the months since, been experiencing the ups and downs of pu…

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Decoding Heavenly Messages & The Second Coming of Christ: Ilyan Lavanway's Story - Latter-Day Lights 59:28

23d ago59:28

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If you witnessed an unmistakable sign from Heaven, would you share its meaning with the world? During two consecutive late-summer nights in 2019, Ilyan Lavanway—a former Air Force veteran, author, and dedicated family man—encountered ancient symbols appearing in the sky; an awe-inspiring sight that would forever impact his perception of the Second …

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Robin Tallendier, Atelier Wen co-founder on the future of Chinese watchmaking 43:37

26d ago43:37

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In the second instalment of the Hong Kong Horology Forum files, Felix chats with Atelier Wen co-founder Robin Tallendier about the rich history of Chinese watchmaking and what the future of the industry in China looks like. From the sheer number of watchmaking students attending Chinese schools and the depth of artisanal crafts in the country, Tall…

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Hitting Rock Bottom & the Beauty of Second Chances: Victoria Maldonado's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:07:18

30d ago1:07:18

1:07:18

What would you do if your life was broken, and the path forward seemed impossible? As a curious and rebellious teenager, Victoria Maldonado's life spiraled into chaos, consumed by drug addiction and a series of reckless decisions that ultimately led to a harrowing arrest. Yet, even in her darkest moments, a small flame of faith flickered, tethering…

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Carson Chan on excellence in Asian watchmaking, plus Grand Seiko’s Spring Drive 41:57

1M ago41:57

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When Felix was in Hong Kong for Dubai Watch Week’s HF.10 he caught up with one OT:’s OG guests, Carson Chan. Carson is a legend in the watch community, a passionate collector and advocate who educates watch lovers around the world through the Watch Professor Academy. Felix chatted to Carson about some significant Asian watchmakers you may not have …

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Born with Half a Heart, Now a Rapping Missionary: Elder Logan Castleton's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:10:30

1M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

When our story veers off-script, how do we find a faith-filled purpose that transcends our expectations? Born with half a heart, 20-year-old musician Elder Logan Castleton entered his mission knowing his path would look different than most. Having undergone countless heart surgeries and struggles throughout his life, he was thrilled to be called as…

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Staying on the Covenant Path Post-Divorce: Grayson McAllister's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:09:03

1M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

How do we stay on the covenant path when life takes an unexpected turn? Full-time family therapy student & 3-year divorcee Grayson McAllister shares his inspiring journey of navigating life as a single father after a painful divorce. Beginning with his once sought-after ideal of the perfect family, Grayson takes us through the realities of marriage…

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Guido Terreni, Parmigiani Fleurier CEO 1:01:31

2M ago1:01:31

1:01:31

This week, we sit down with the man at the helm of one of the most interesting and exciting Swiss watch brands: Parmigiani Fleurier CEO Guido Terreni. Terrini stepped into the leadership role in 2020, a turbulent time for any brand, and since then has rapidly injected energy and excitement into one of the most credible brands born in the 1990s. We …

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Turning Brokenness Into Beauty: Jesse and Rene'e La Montagne Dunn's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:19:54

2M ago1:19:54

1:19:54

How can the darkest moments of our lives prepare us to light the way for others? Coaches Jesse and Rene’e La Montagne Dunn share their inspiring journey of transforming lives within the incarcerated community. Their own daughter’s incarceration became a pivotal moment for them, awakening a profound calling to address the pain and challenges faced b…

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Finding Hope, Faith & Joy While Dealing with Chronic Pain: Crista Thomas' Story - Latter-Day Lights 58:04

2M ago58:04

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Have you ever wondered how to find joy in the midst of chronic pain? In this episode of Latter-day Lights, Crista Thomas shares her incredible journey of faith, resilience, and hope. From battling an undiagnosed chronic illness as a child to enduring a terrible car accident that miraculously brought unexpected healing, Crista reveals how her trust …

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From the Brink of Death to a Testimony of Faith: Goldieloca Tautuiaki's Story - Latter-Day Lights 49:11

2M ago49:11

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What visions unfold when we’re face-to-face with mortality? Hawaiian native and thriving NDE survivor Goldie Tautuiaki shares her extraordinary journey from being a vibrant college freshman with dreams of serving a mission, to confronting a life-threatening heart condition that caused her to flatline and be brought back to life three times in a mat…

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Christopher Ward CEO Mike France on the game-changing Bel Canto 56:02

2M ago56:02

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Today, we sit down with Mike France, co-founder and CEO of Christopher Ward, the UK-based direct-to-consumer brand that has (you may be shocked to learn) been around since 2004. We chat to Mike about the early days of the brand and how they evolved from a design-led microbrand into the fully-fledged brand they are today, with in-house watchmaking e…

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Dating and Divorce Through Spiritual Devotion: Anjilee Ferguson's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:05:09

2M ago1:05:09

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What transformative growth lies on the other side of heartbreak? Author and BYU Peer-Mentor Supervisor Anjilee Ferguson shares her soul-stirring journey through the complexities of dating, marriage, and blindsided breakups, revealing how these experiences have profoundly shaped her self-awareness - and, most importantly - her faith. From struggling…

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Finding Light After Loss - A Story of Faith and Hope: Sunshine Harston's Journey - Latter-Day Lights 1:29:34

3M ago1:29:34

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How do you find hope in the midst of unimaginable loss? In this episode, we sit down with Sunshine Harston, a mother of three who faced the heartbreaking loss of her husband to cancer. Sunshine’s story is one of incredible faith, where even in the darkest moments, she found grace, strength, and unexpected blessings. Join us as Sunshine shares how s…

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Marc Montagne on Investing in Watches in 2024 46:42

3M ago46:42

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We thought we knew what we were getting into when we asked Marc Montagne, author of 'Invest in Watches: The Art of Watch Collecting' onto the pod. We prepared questions around market motility, hot models and the ethics of flipping, but it quickly became apparent that it wasn't going to be that kind of interview. Marc, a watch industry professional,…

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How Faith-Driven Hypnotherapy Heals the Subconscious Mind: Cali Coates' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:14:12

3M ago1:14:12

1:14:12

What if you had the power to better understand your emotions? From an inexplicable fear of intimacy, mother, wife, and "Missionary of the Mind" Cali Coates received a calling to tap into the transformative power of hypnotherapy. This journey not only allowed her to uncover the root of all her traumas, but also enabled her to positively influence he…

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Feeling the Spirit through Transformative Miracles: Larry McCally's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:40:23

3M ago1:40:23

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What happens when faith and perseverance meet extraordinary generosity? Former missionary and devoted #LatterDayLights fan Larry McCally reflects on how his unwavering faith and trust in the still, small voice of the Lord have guided him through numerous trials. Faced with the pivotal choice between serving a mission or joining the Air Force, Larry…

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James Kennedy - Managing Director and CEO of Kennedy Watches & Jewellery 1:06:10

3M ago1:06:10

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This week's guest is James Kennedy, the Managing Director and CEO of Kennedy Watches & Jewellery, one of Australia's leading luxury retailers. We chat with James about what it's like to be an Authorised Dealer for some of the world's most prestigious and desirable watch brands/ James shares (in detail) about how he turned a small family business in…

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How a Drowning NDE & the Book of Mormon Led to Conversion: Derek Tucker's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:14:17

4M ago1:14:17

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When face to face with your greatest fear, will you listen to God’s “yes”? From a life-altering near-death experience as a young boy, artist and leatherworker Derek Tucker shares how this profound moment planted the seeds of his faith, completely oblivious to the impact it would have on the rest of his life. Though it would take years before he ful…

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The Miracles of a Mother’s Heart amid Endless Adversity: Nicole Gustad's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:19:55

4M ago1:19:55

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Can miracles find their way to the most wounded hearts? Mother, wife, and soon-to-be author, Nicole Gustad, entered the world with a hole in her heart. Baffling doctors with her condition, this turned out to be the first chapter of a story woven with trials. From surviving open-heart surgery as a baby, to walking through life with clubbed feet, to …

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Stories of Danger, Miracles, and Faith from the Bering Sea: Jake and PJ Jacobsen - Latter-Day Lights 1:32:04

4M ago1:32:04

1:32:04

We often talk about navigating life's storms with faith and resilience, but what if that's your actual job? Jake Jacobsen, a seasoned Bering Sea crab Captain, recounts harrowing tales of survival, miraculous interventions, and spiritual insights that have carried him through incredibly dangerous waters and unimaginable hardships. His wife PJ, with …

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Chris Hall from The Fourth Wheel 38:48

4M ago38:48

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One of OT:’s very favourite people is Chris Hall, the guy behind The Fourth Wheel Substack — which bills itself as an honest, opinionated and informative insight into watches and the business around them. Given that every week or so we’re Chris’ newsletter on the pod, we thought it was high time to get him back on and talk about his approach to rep…

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Leaving the LDS Church and Coming Back! It's Never Too Late: Tonya Wirf's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:16:09

4M ago1:16:09

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Have you ever felt like you’ve strayed too far from God to ever come back? In this episode of Latter-Day Lights, Tonya Wirfs shares her personal story of walking away from the Church with her family, and how, through God’s grace, she found her way back. After years of feeling disconnected from the gospel, Tonya experienced a spiritual awakening tha…

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Viewing Your Faith and Life Story Through "Context Lenses": Alan Smith - Latter-Day Lights 1:03:50

5M ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Sometimes, life’s toughest challenges can lead us to our most profound discoveries. In this episode of Latter-day Lights, Alan Smith shares how the heartbreaking loss of his infant son set him on a journey of self-discovery through the Spirit. He explains how looking through our "context lenses"—the stories and beliefs that shape our perspective—ca…

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God Can Create Beauty from the Ashes of Our Lives: Tracy Jo Rollins' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:17:27

5M ago1:17:27

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In this episode, Tracy shares some incredible stories of the challenges, trials, blessings, and joys she's experienced throughout her life, along with some valuable life lessons she's learned along the way. From struggling with self-worth and seeking forgiveness, to becoming a divorced single mother at 19 and serving her own special mission, to bui…

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Unexpected Loss, Emotional Infidelity, & Learning to Love & Forgive Yourself: Sheri Ramirez's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:22:11

5M ago1:22:11

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Can you imagine losing your husband when you're only 22 years old? In this weeks episode, Sheri Ramirez shares her heartbreaking story of young love, and the tragic loss of her first husband to a rare kidney disease. She also opens up and shares her struggle with emotional infidelity in the midst of trying to cope with the overwhelming challenges a…

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Matteo Violet-Vianello, founder of Anoma Watches 59:26

5M ago59:26

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In this episode, we chat with the man behind one of 2024’s most-discussed watch brands, Anoma. Matteo Violet-Vianello developed his love of free-form vintage watch aesthetics while working at A Collected Man, and decided he wanted to create his own watch. Despite having no formal design training, Anoma’s debut watch, the A1, is an assured and sophi…

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Addiction, Divorce, and Finding Spiritual Resilience: Morgan Dastrup's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:37:49

5M ago1:37:49

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In this episode, Morgan Dastrup shares his story of how God loves us unconditionally and is always there for us, even when we make mistakes or things don't go as planned in our lives. As Morgan opens up about his journey, he takes us through some of the highs and lows of his life—from educational challenges, to serving a mission, to online dating, …

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Helping Our Youth with Depression, Anxiety & Mental Illness: Dr. Kyle Jones' Story - Latter-Day Lights 56:01

5M ago56:01

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How do we help our youth struggling with mental heath? In this episode, Dr. Kyle Jones openly shares his 20-year journey through the challenges of major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder, and how the power of faith has helped him through it. This episode breaks down the stigma surrounding mental illness within religious communiti…

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Arthur Touchot (Phillips Watches) PLUS Andy's IWC Manufacture tour 1:05:14

6M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

Today’s guest is Arthur Touchot, an incredibly knowledgable (and unfailingly charming) individual who’s worked at watch titles like Hodinkee and others before ending up in Phillips Watch Department as Head of Digital Strategy and Watch Specialist. Arthur takes the time to educate Felix and Andy on what goes on behind the scenes of an auction, from …

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Vinney's Back! Answering Personal Questions About His NDE: Vinney Tolman's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:16:53

6M ago1:16:53

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When Vinney was 25 he died in a Dairy Queen bathroom. His original episode was so incredible that we invited him back for a in-depth Q&A session to answer some of the pressing questions about his Near-Death Experience that our viewers have had since being on the show. This episode explores how Vinney's NDE has impacted his career path, and the emot…

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Finding Love, Faith, and Strength as a Blended Family: Donna Morris' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:25:38

6M ago1:25:38

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What does it take to raise a blended family in the church? Donna Morris shares her incredible journey of becoming a step-mother to 6 children at age 23, and navigating the unique challenges of trying to raise a blended family in the gospel. Now a mother of 9 and a grandmother of 8, she reflects on some of the many experiences, difficulties, trials,…

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IWC’s Markus Bühler on movement development and his namesake watch 34:51

6M ago34:51

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This week, Andy continues his chat with IWC’s MVPs, and this time, he chats with Markus Bühler, Associate Director of Watch and Movement Assembly. From job satisfaction to having a tourbillon (or two) with bearing his name, Bühler provides insights into IWC’s meticulous approach to watchmaking. Before this chat, however, Felix goes wildly off-topic…

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Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Inspiring Stories from the Marcovia Project - Emily Hemmert 1:18:08

6M ago1:18:08

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What if education could be the key to breaking the cycle of generational poverty? Join us as we welcome back Emily Hemmert for her third appearance, sharing remarkable updates on the Marcovia Project - a nonprofit initiative that has transformed the lives of 122 students in Honduras. From the crucial role of the church's Self-Reliance Program to th…

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Lorenz Brunner, IWC’s Head of R&D on the Brand’s Top 3 Innovations 31:35

6M ago31:35

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Andy is still time travelling back to Watches & Wonders with IWC, and this week, he’s chatting to the charming Lorenz Brunner, who talks about the brand’s most important innovations, as well as the importance of ‘silent’ innovation. Before that, Felix and Andy chatted about IWC’s involvement in an exciting new F1 film, the 2024 edition of the Riche…

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