Best Words With Wags Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 42. A chat with Vu Bui 1:44:37

2h ago1:44:37

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James and Ken are joined by Vu Bui. Vu is one half of the watch power couple behind the fantastic 'This Watch Life' podcast. We chat about gear, cameras, EDC, coffee, woodworking, and of course watches. . . Show Notes Episode 42 - Vu Bui . Wrist Check. Vu - Otsuka Lotec No. 6 James - Doxa Sub 200T on Veblenist strap Ken - IWC 3706 . Mentioned: Snow…

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144: [BEST OF] Building a culture of creativity with ex-Burger King CMO, Fernando Machado 39:48

30m ago39:48

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It’s been 5 years since Call to Action® captured our first of what’s now over 140 heroes and allies from the industry front lines to have a chin-wag with. To celebrate, we’re rereleasing a choice cut of our favourite episodes as part of a ‘Best Of’ series. Back in 2021, we posed as a jester in the throne room of the Burger Kingdom to nab one of the…

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Episode 41. Watches, Sport (Really!), Booze but not, and more watches. 1:08:42

25m ago1:08:42

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James, Ken, and Philip talk about the usual watch based stuff with a perhaps side of both sport and Porsche adjacent chat. With their first on-air 'booze but not' tasting thrown in. . . Wrist Check. James - Doxa Sub 200T on Veblenist strap Ken - Sangin Overlord on Benrus blue strap Philip - Halios Seafourth 4 . Mentioned: Yobokies bracelet Hodinkee…

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Episode 40. Watches, Land Rovers, Sunglasses, Booze but not, and more watches. 1:02:11

15h ago1:02:11

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James, Ken, and Philip talk about the usual mix of Watches, cars, sunglasses, outdoor gear, and the first of the new 'booze but not' segments, where, in an effort to combat our encroaching middle age, we talk about the latest low alcohol/ non alcoholic drinks we've tried. . . Show Notes Episode 40 - Watches, Land Rovers, Sunglasses, Booze but not, …

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145: Why craft is crucial with copywriter Andrew Jolliffe. 1:02:24

6d ago1:02:24

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This week, we tracked a trail through deserts, glaciers, coral reefs, paddy fields, palaces, the DMZ between the two Koreas and an Italian hilltop to catch a copywriter with a lifetime of wild experience behind him. Ciao, Andrew Jolliffe. For 25 years he’s written ads, strategies, thought starters, content, manifestos and copy. Some of those have w…

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Episode 39. The Fan dance, The WatchIt show, and related chatter. 50:58

1M ago50:58

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James, Ken and Philip chat about the Fan Dance race, the WatchIT watch show, along with a regular sprinkling of Watches, Bags and schtuff. . . Show Notes. . Wrist Check. James - Hamilton Khaki aviation Pioneer Pilot on Veblenist strap Ken - IWC 3706 on Zulu Alpha otan strap. Philip - Rolex Explorer 2 on green Highline Farringdon strap. . Mentioned:…

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143: [BEST OF] Why advertising MUST entertain with Paul Feldwick. 55:12

16d ago55:12

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It’s been 5 years since Call to Action® captured our first of what’s now over 140 heroes and allies from the industry front lines to have a chin-wag with. To celebrate, we’re rereleasing a choice cut of our favourite episodes as part of a ‘Best Of’ series. In 2021, baited by a Bedouin birthing blanket, we caught big thinker and bestselling author, …

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Episode 38. A bit of a chin wag. Is chin wag a word, I'm now wondering if its actually a word... you get the drift. 57:48

1M ago57:48

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James and Ken have a good chin wag about watches, dancing with fans, beer, bags, food, and, more watches. . Show Notes. . Wrist Check. James - Tudor Blackbay 54 Ken - Halios Seafourth IV . Mentioned: Fan Dance event Redbar Bristol Farer Mono Chrono (See IG Post) Farer World Timer Patek Philippe World Timer in Platinum (See IG Post) Bold Timepieces …

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Episode 37. Chitter chatter. 59:18

2M ago59:18

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James, Ken and Philip get their jibber jabber on and talk watches, Land Rovers, EV's, shoes, and TV, with all the usual waffly geekery. . Show Notes Episode 37 - Chitter Chatter . Wrist Check. James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on Veblenist strap Ken - Sangin Overlord Philip - Halios Seaforth 4 . Mentioned: Masar Springbars Fan dance event Vaga running …

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142: Building the world’s first GEN-Z copywriting community, Word Tonic, with Carolyn McMurray and Em Goodier. 58:06

2M ago58:06

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This week, we ate and left no some crumbs to lure and catch GEN-Z copywriters, Carolyn McMurray and Em Goodier. Co-founders of Word Tonic, the world’s first GEN-Z copywriting community, Carolyn and Em are hell-bent on helping and inspiring more young people to write for a living. Driven directly by young copywriters, it's a space to connect, share …

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Episode 36. Waffle, waffle, watch security. 58:58

2M ago58:58

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James, Ken, and Philip mull over a few watch related security concerns and their thoughts on what one can do about them. Plus a ton of the usual watch and entertainment based waffle. . Show Notes Episode 36 - Waffle, waffle, watch security. . Wrist Check. James - Seiko SNE569 on Eulit Perlon Straps Ken - Arken Instrumentum Philip - Serica 5303 . Me…

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Episode 35. Japanese game show style Seiko group draft pick. Kinda. 58:45

2M ago58:45

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Mildly chaotic draft pick episode where James, Ken and Philip pick watches from the Seiko group in £1k, £4k and Unlimited budget catagories. . Show Notes Episode 35 - Japanese game show style Seiko group draft pick. Kinda. . Wrist Check. James - Tag Heuer CS3111 on Molequin orange strap. Ken - Arken Alterum on bracelet. Philip - Seiko 4205 0150 . D…

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141: Lessons in Creative Leadership with Coca-Cola’s Adam Ross. 56:43

1M ago56:43

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This week we asked “Is Pepsi okay?” to bait and catch Coca-Cola Creative Lead, Adam Ross. Creative Lead for Coca-Cola across the ASEAN & South Pacific region, Adam is responsible for translating and elevating global core creative ideas regionally and locally, wrangling agencies around the world, and driving thought leadership across the business. S…

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Episode 34. Motorbike gear, head to toe. 50:16

2M ago50:16

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Episode 34. A Motorbike gear primer- from head to toe. We thought we’d tap into Philip’s deep love of gear and motorbikes and get the lowdown on what motorbike gear Philip uses and why. Plus the usual geary chat. Wristcheck: Philip: CWC SBS diver James: Omega Seamaster 300M 2531.80.00 Mentioned: Vertex M36 Jadd boots Vivobarefoot Evergoods CAP rang…

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Episode 33 - Our superstar sponsorship drafts. 45:57

2M ago45:57

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James, Ken, and Philip imagine who they'd choose if they hit superstardom and had to pick a watch brand, apparel brand, and gear brand to represent. . . Show Notes Episode 33 - Our superstar sponsorship drafts. . Wrist Check. James - Oris Cervo Volante Pointer Date on Molequin strap. Ken - Arken Alterum on grey strap. Philip - Seiko SNZH53. . Spons…

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140: Unleashing your leadership potential with Scott ‘The Boom’ Morrison 1:07:44

2M ago1:07:44

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This week, we caught Scott ‘The Boom’ to shake-shake-shake the room. Cutting his teeth at Saatchi and Saatchi, Scott Morrison has run the Nike business at Wieden and Kennedy, and been CMO and Commercial Director at Levi’s, Activision and Diesel. Now he brings the Boom! to brands and leaders to Unblock, Unlock and Unleash commercial, creative or cul…

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Episode 32. James Mulvale from Farer watches. 1:00:24

3M ago1:00:24

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James talks with James Mulvale from Farer about Farer, Farer, and a little more Farer, as well as our love and hate for all things Tudor, a certain headline grabbing collaboration, Omegas gender strategy, and even some Whisky. . Show Notes Episode 30 - James Mulvale from Farer watches. . Wrist Check. James - Tudor BlackBay 54 James Mulvale - Farer …

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Episode 31. Post bunker entertainment recommendations. 51:42

3M ago51:42

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Just what you need after 30 years either in a coma or in a bunker. Entertainment recommendations from three over opinionated but well meaning fellows. TV, film, music, and book recommendations to ease you back into the world. . Show Notes Episode 31 - Post bunker entertainment recommendations. . Wrist Check. James - Rolex Explorer 1 114270 Ken - Ar…

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139: A front row seat at The Howard Gossage Show with ad land greats Steve Harrison and Dave Dye 1:04:23

3M ago1:04:23

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This week we sent off a coupon to catch 1960s advertising copywriter, Howard Gossage, through the eyes and work of Steve Harrison and Dave Dye. As a copywriter, Steve tamed more Cannes Lions in his discipline than anyone else in the world. He’s been on the show twice before, once guesting, once hosting, and is a great friend of …Gasp!. Dave is the …

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Episode 30. A bit of a chat, with a side of waffle. 1:16:24

3M ago1:16:24

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Ken and James have a proper form and function style chat. Expect waffle. Including watches, tools, EDC, boots, sneakers, and a side of nuclear fallout. ..Show Notes Episode 30 .Wrist Check.James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM Canvas strap. Kens IWC from Kens trip to Japan.Mentioned.Baltic Tricompax Limited Edition.Kurono Tokyo Calendrier Type …

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Episode 29. Part 2 of Watches and Wonders Week with Tom Clemence. 1:16:16

3M ago1:16:16

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As promised, Tom Clemence joins us for Part 2 of this years Watches and Wonders chat. Favourites, fandom and a side of bromance. . . Show Notes Episode 29 - Part 2 of Watches and Wonders Week with Tom Clemence. . Wrist Check. . Tom - Clemence Munro British Watchmakers edition James - Omega Railmaster on Veblenist strap Ken - Arken Alterum on blue t…

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138: [BEST OF] Professor Karen Nelson-Field schools us on all things attention. 44:20

3M ago44:20

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It’s been 5 years since Call to Action® captured our first of what’s now over 130 heroes and allies from the industry front lines to have a chin-wag with. To celebrate, we’re rereleasing a choice cut of our favourite episodes as part of a ‘Best Of’ series. In February 2022, we stuck a fake shark fin on our back and lurked in the waters off Adelaide…

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Episode 28. Part 1 of Watches and Wonders Week. With a surprise guest. 44:26

4M ago44:26

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James and Philip are sadly stuck in blighty, but Ken is in Geneva for a week of watches and watch related festivities. He's joined by Tom Clemence of Clemence Watches, and the crew unpack a bit of whats come out of the show so far. Rolex, Tudor, Bremont and a bit of Vacheron Constantin. . . Show Notes Episode 28 - Part 1 of Watches and Wonders Week…

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Episode 27. Form and Function... what is it to us? 1:01:22

4M ago1:01:22

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James, Ken and Philip have a bit of a chat about what Form and Function is, how does it manifest in our eyes. As usual, lots of waffle, lots of gear, watches, and a splattering of media content. . . Show Notes. Episode 27 - Form and Function… what is it to us? . Wrist Check. James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM canvas strap. Ken - Arken Alteru…

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137: Meet Mr Gammon, the costume designer behind the award-winning Guinness ‘Sapeurs’ and ‘plug boy’ in the Sainsbury’s Christmas ad. 1:12:26

4M ago1:12:26

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This week, we scoured wardrobes far and wide to catch a man who has dressed rock icons, Sapeurs of the Congo, a blue monster for Ed Sheeran, and even ‘plug boy’ from the Sainsbury’s Christmas ad; Mr Gammon. Costume designer, fashion stylist, and distinctive English gent, Mr Gammon is the go-to guy for creatively styled costumes. Whether it’s dressi…

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Episode 26. Kens download from the British Watchmakers Day. 56:35

4M ago56:35

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Watches, Industry gossip, Cars, Books, Apps, 90's adverts, and the Argos catalogue. Are you not entertained?! . . Show Notes. Episode 26 - Kens download from the British Watchmakers Day. . Wrist Check. James - Omega Railmaster on Veblenist strap Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap. Philip - TAG Heuer CS3111 . Mentioned by Ken. Worn and Wound TGN…

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Episode 25. Buying and Selling Watches. 1:09:58

4M ago1:09:58

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James and Philip chat about buying and selling watches, tips and tactics, good and bad experiences on eBay, Chrono 24, and their thoughts on how to navigate selling watches; perhaps one of the most frustrating areas of watch enthusiasm. . . Show Notes. Episode 25 - Buying and Selling Watches. . Wrist Check. James - ⁠Tudor Black Bay 54⁠ Philip - ⁠Aq…

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Episode 24. Tom Place 50:28

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We are very happy to be joined by Tom Place this week, Professional stunt man and coordinator, Diver, fighter, lover and all around lovely chap. . . Show Notes Episode 24 - Tom Place . Toms Instagram . Wrist Check. Tom - Tudor FXD Blacked out. James - TAG Heuer 1964 CS3111 Ken - Arken Instrumentum . Mentioned by Tom. IWW International Watch Works A…

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136: [BEST OF] Legendary copywriter and Creative Director, George Tannenbaum, vents eloquent fire on the state of the industry. 1:22:43

5M ago1:22:43

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It’s been 5 years since Call to Action® captured our first of what’s now over 130 heroes and allies from the industry front line to have a chin-wag with. The show is still very much like Pokémon Go, with the single but vital exception that it’s not a short-term bandwagon of shite. And to celebrate, we’re rereleasing a choice cut of our favourite ep…

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Episode 23. British Watchmakers Day. 49:54

5M ago49:54

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James and Ken chat about the upcoming British Watchmakers event in London, where Ken will be exhibiting. Mostly watches, but a bit of film, philosophy, and general silliness thrown in too. . . Show Notes Episode 23 - British Watchmakers Day. . Wrist Check. James - Oris Pointer Date Cervo Volante on Molequin Strap Ken - Arken Alterum special edition…

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Episode 22. Solo Action. 16:38

5M ago16:38

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A short bit of solo action from James this week. A mix of gear, watches, cameras, and gear philosophy... kind of. . . Show Notes. Episode 22 - Solo Action. . Wrist Check. James - Omega Speedmaster 60th on Veblenist Wolf Grey strap. . Mentioned by James. Lautie x Urban EDC Supply Shuffle V2 Excessorise Me youtube video on Shuffle v2 Fears Redcliffe …

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135: [BEST OF] A masterclass in managing distinctive brand assets with Jenni Romaniuk of the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute. 1:03:24

5M ago1:03:24

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This year marks 5 years since our maiden episode launched in 2019. And to celebrate Call to Action® turning 5, we’ve asked the …Gasp! team to rummage through all 130 episodes to re release some of their favourites. In June 2020, we cast a net off the coast of Adelaide and caught one of the globe’s greatest researchers, Jenni Romaniuk, for her first…

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Episode 21. Flashlights and general geekery. 1:03:44

5M ago1:03:44

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James and Ken chat about flashlights or torches at different price points. Plus the usual general geekery. ..Show Notes Episode 21 - Flashlights.Wrist Check.James - Rolex Explorer 1 114270. Ken - Arken Alterum .Mentioned by James.Fuji X100VI40 and 20 podcast Episode 202; the five types of watch collector.MukamaBanggoodLumintop Tool AA and AAA.Oligh…

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Episode 20. Watches as Supermarkets. 54:14

6M ago54:14

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Yup... you read that correctly. James, Ken, and Philip try to align watch brands with UK supermarkets. Plus the usual gear, watch, and content chat. . . Show Notes. Episode 20 - . Wrist Check. James - Tudor Blackbay 54 Ken - Arken Alterum Philip - Rolex Explorer 2 on Veblenist leather NATO.. Mentioned by James. Rovyvon A3 in MAO finish. Mentioned b…

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134: Dissecting ad land’s WORST Super Bowl in years with Andrew Tindall of System1 56:28

6M ago56:28

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This week, we posed as a wide receiver to catch ad land’s premier Super Bowl pundit, Andrew Tindall, to tell us which of this year’s cohort of cost-the-earth commercials were MVPs…and which fumbled the ball. A man who hadn’t slept in days, we snared Andrew straight from System1’s Super Bowl “war room”. After spending the past week testing the ads o…

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Episode 19. A wee bit of Q&A. 1:13:25

6M ago1:13:25

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James, Ken, and Philip ask each other questions. Just because. Usual mix of gear, watches, and general all-around geekery. . Show Notes. Episode 19 - A wee bit of Q&A . Wrist Check. James - TAG Heuer CS3111 on Delugs strap Ken - Arken Ulterum Philip - Longines x Hodinkee Spirit Zulu Time GMT Mentioned by James. Grand Seiko 37mm SBGX355 James Grand …

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Episode 18. 3 Watches for £1k. 48:50

6M ago48:50

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Ken, James, and Philip pick 3 watches each to come in under £1,000. Probably a few you're not expecting!? Let us know what your three would be. . . Show Notes Episode 18 - 3 Watches for £1k. . Wrist Check. James - Kurono Tokyo Calendrier 1 on Molequin strap Ken - Arken Instrumentum Philip - Serica 5303 . Mentioned by James. Longines Conquest Herita…

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133: 10,634 brilliant marketers listened to our maiden episode with Richard Shotton. Now he’s back, almost exactly 5 years and 1 book better. 58:15

6M ago58:15

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Go, Shotton, it’s our birthday, we gon’ podcast like it’s our birthday. This week, we claimed that 50 Cent is better than 49 Cent to coax out and catch a man who knows his onions on the ‘left hand digit effect’; Richard Shotton. In February 2019, Richard agreed to be our inaugural guest to launch the Call to Action® podcast. Almost exactly 5 years,…

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Episode 17. A bit of a jumble. 1:41:08

6M ago1:41:08

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James, Ken and Philip talk watches, TV, Lego, AlieExpress, Bond... oh and some more about watches. . . Show Notes Episode 17 - A bit of a jumble. . Wrist Check. James - Zenith El Primero 1969 Original on Veblenist castaway blue strap Ken - Arken Instrumentum Philip - Aquastar Model 60 on Crown and Buckle Chevron Iron Knit Mentioned by James. Masar …

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132: Feel better about marketing™ with Call to Action® [TRAILER] 1:24

6M ago1:24

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Feel better about marketing™ The go-to podcast for anyone trying to make sense of the world of marketing, business and beyond. In an industry that is a minefield of utter bollocks, we aim to capture our heroes and allies from the front line to have a chin-wag with. It’s like Pokémon Go, with the single but vital exception that it’s not a short-term…

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Episode 16. Bag hunting, a mini guide. 1:04:29

6M ago1:04:29

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James and Ken talk AlieExpress, watches, pouches, and all things bags, with the goal of informing Kens next bag purchase for an upcoming trip. . Show Notes Episode 16 - Bag hunting. A mini guide. Wrist Check. James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM fine canvas strap. Ken - Seiko SUS on Gurkha regimental colour nato strap Mentioned by James. Priva…

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131: [BEST OF] What Morph is really like - Gavin Strange, Director & Designer at Aardman Animations. 1:15:45

6M ago1:15:45

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This year marks 5 years since our maiden episode with Richard Shotton in February 2019. To celebrate Call to Action® turning 5, we asked the …Gasp! team to rummage through all 130 episodes for us to re-release some of their favourites. Back in January 2020, we kicked off the year with fizzy, fuzzy energy. The fizz and fuzz faded come March 2020, bu…

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Episode 15. Predictions, hopes and dreams for 2024. 1:12:05

7M ago1:12:05

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James and Ken talk through their watch and gear-based hopes and dreams for 2024. Brown dials, gold cases, smaller watches, and lots and lots more Titanium! . . Show Notes. Episode 15 - Predictions, hopes and dreams for 2024. . Wrist Check. James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on Veblenist Defender Grey strap Ken - CWC Royal Navy Diver. . Mentioned by Jame…

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Episode 14. Ken does Japan. Part 2 1:15:03

7M ago1:15:03

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James, Ken, and Philip are back after a week's break with a ton of new gear and Part 2 of Ken's trip report from Japan. Watch shopping in Japan. Show Notes Episode 14 - Ken does Japan. Part 2 Wrist Check. Ken - IWC on TGN Nato strap James - Tudor Black Bay 54. Philip - Seiko SNZH55 Mentioned by James. Tec Accessories Measuring Tape Tec Accessories …

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130: Taking aim at Amazon: Why physical retail will ALWAYS beat online with BOXPARK & Boxfresh founder Roger Wade. 51:37

7M ago51:37

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This week, Call to Action® laid bait in a box trap to lure and snare our maiden catch of 2024, Roger Wade. First founding Boxfresh, a pioneering British streetwear brand, he went on to transform a patch of wasteland to create the world’s first pop-up dining and shopping destination, BOXPARK, in the heart of London’s Shoreditch. Today, Roger is putt…

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Episode 13. Ken does Japan. Part 1. 1:25:50

7M ago1:25:50

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James, Ken, and Philip offer advice to Breitling the new owners of Universal Geneve, and Ken gives us the lowdown on his recent trip to Japan. . . Show Notes. Episode 13 - Ken does Japan. Part 1. . Wrist Check. Ken - Seiko Field SUS on Benrus marine blue nato strap. James - Tudor Black Bay 54. Philip - Longines / Hodinkee Titanium Zulu time GMT. Cr…

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Episode 12. A few of our favourite watches of 2023. 42:17

8M ago42:17

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James and Ken kick the watch related tires of 2023 and chat about a few of their favourites. Show Notes. Episode 12 - A few of our favourite watches of 2023. Wrist Check. James - Longines GMT Hodinkee collaboration on Erikas Original strap Ken - Blancpain Swatch Atlantic Mentioned by James. . Doxa 300 Beta Doxa Seddiqi Doxa bling Sharkhunter JLC Re…

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129: How NOT to use AI as a strategist with Julian Cole, Strategy Finishing School 58:24

8M ago58:24

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This week, we used plenty of plaid to lure and poach the planning pro in patterned shirts, Julian Cole. Strategy consultant to leading brands like Uber, Apple, Facebook and ex-Head of Comms Planning at BBDO and BBH, Julian noticed the void of proper education for the role and started the Strategy Finishing School. Putting an end to impostor syndrom…

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Episode 11. Winter Wear. 1:03:06

8M ago1:03:06

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James and Philip get into the frosty weeds of their favourite winter gear. Amongst other things, they discuss watches, bags, a ton of clothing, and the most vital of winter wear... hand cream?! . Show Notes Episode 11 - Winter wear. . Wrist Check James - Tudor Pelagos 39 on Erikas Original strap Philip - Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 38mm on Veble…

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Episode 10. Seiko 1:12:36

8M ago1:12:36

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James, Ken, and Philip talk about the venerable Seiko. How they came to love the brand, why you should too, and which 6 watches you should be considering if you have a Seiko-shaped hole in your collection. Show Notes Episode 10 - Seiko Wrist Check James - Seiko Snoopy Surfs Up. On a Veblenist strap Philip - Seiko SNZH53 Ken - Seiko Bruce Lee. 6139 …

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