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In this episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by Brock Stevens (Deepsea.EDC on instagram). A US Navy Diver, talented photographer, marketing manager for watch brands including MKII and Tornek-Rayville, and lover of gear, Brock takes on the hot topic of risque advertising in the watch industry before chatting about his upcoming adventures in overlanding and diving. he conversation begins with a wrist check, showcasing unique watches, and transitions into a discussion about the impact of advertising in the watch industry, particularly regarding the use of liquor and cigarettes. Brock shares his excitement about the upcoming Defender Trophy adventure, emphasizing the importance of conservationism in the event. The episode also highlights Brock's involvement with Project Recover, a nonprofit organization dedicated to repatriating the remains of missing soldiers. Throughout the conversation, Brock reflects on his busy life, future projects, and the passion that drives him to create meaningful connections through his work. New episodes launch Monday mornings at 7am EST on all podcast platforms with full video episodes dropping the following morning, Tuesday at 10 am EST. Don’t forget to leave your feedback below, potential future guests you would love to hear from, and of course, who you thought won the game! Brock on Instagram Devin on Instagram  DIY Watch Club Pro Watchmaker Tools De Rijke & Co. Capris Defender Trophy Competition Project Recover Tornek-Rayville MKII Baku Edition Jacob Van Buren ‘Sea_Vue’  Project Recover ‘To What Remains’  The Man in the Sea Museum Building a Cheap, Fun Off-Roader in 48 Hours 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Launch 00:31 Wrist Check and Watch Design Discussion 10:09 Photography and Risque Advertising in the Watch Industry 23:57 Defender Trophy Adventure and Its History 27:19 Embracing Change and New Challenges 29:21 The Excitement of the Defender Trophy Competition 33:38 Conservationism and Adventure 36:17 Project Recover: A Mission of Remembrance 43:56 Balancing Passion Projects and Personal Life 47:32 THE GAME 51:00 Final Recommendations

In the very first (VERY LONG) episode of the Time Well Spent Podcast, Devin Pennypacker is joined by guest Griffin Bartsch. A fellow watch editor and content creator, Griffin brings his background in the watch industry to discuss everything looking back on 2025 and forward into 2026. We chat 2025 market trends, enthusiast sentiment, favorite releases, and favorite content pieces before transitioning into a look ahead. 2026 feels a bit uncertain but that didn't stop us from throwing out our industry predictions, brands specific predictions, and things we are excited about. Don’t forget to let us know what you think of the podcast so we can make it better going forward and most importantly who won, Skeleton Dials or Stone Dials? Griffin Bartsch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgriffinbartsch/?hl=en  Considered Goods (substack): https://consideredgoods.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips  Devin Pennypacker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinpennypacker/?hl=en  Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:27 Wrist Check: What Are We Wearing? 07:29 Market Trends and Reflections on 2025 14:32 Looking Back: Favorite Content from Last Year 27:12 Shouting Out Contemporaries in the Watch Community 38:42 Looking Ahead: Predictions for 2026 01:01:00 Exploring Material Trends in Watchmaking 01:02:24 Color Trends and Predictions for 2026 01:04:55 The Future of Complications in Watches 01:11:01 Anniversaries and Their Impact on Watch Brands 01:24:52 Personal Resolutions in Watch Collecting 01:40:59 This or That: Stone Dials vs. Skeleton Dials Article Recommendations:  Owner’s Review: the Vertex M60 Aqualion NDGears and Gaskets: Spotting Mechanical Icons on Wrist and Road at the Lime Rock Historic Festival 43In-DepthThe Engineering Behind Apple's 3D-Printed Watch CasesPhoto Report: Tudor Nazaré Big Wave Challenge 2025Final Recommendations:  Huckberry Homes Inside this Author’s Upstate New York Escape Built for Cooking, Hosting and Living Well: https://youtu.be/2txqGuekpVQ?si=B2gbuE32J4e2bR6W  Curious Clocks and Watches through time with Oliver Cooke | Curator's Corner S8 E1: https://youtu.be/ywD5kngMuYM?si=rAysowJlxdduPFiV  Huckberry Dirt Is Maine the Culinary Capital of New England Food? | DIRT Maine:https://youtu.be/WRNViQhucGY?si=__5587M4PFTMB932

Hello, and welcome to the Time Well Spent podcast — hosted by Devin Pennypacker, this is a show where each week, he and a guest use their shared love of watches as a jumping-off point to talk about the passions that keep us all ticking, whether that’s collecting, creativity, time spent outdoors, or the way we choose to explore the world.