Ep. 164 - Geoff Hess (Global Head of Sotheby's Watch Department / Rolliefest)
Geoff Hess is someone I’ve wanted to host for years at this point. I was first familiar with him as the CEO of Analog Shift only to later meet him at a private collectors gathering here in San Diego. He’s one of the most engaging people I’ve met through this hobby, he always has something intelligent to say, and overall, he’s just the kind of guy with whom I want to surround myself. Oh yeah, and he started a little meeting called Rolliefest. Geoff was gracious enough to include me in this year’s festivities in NYC - an experience I won’t soon forget. He and I discuss his time working with Ivanka Trump, his foray into watches, the watch he considers to have been the hardest to acquire, how important honesty is, and how being a father has changed him. I have the utmost respect for Geoff, so I’m confident you’ll enjoy what he has to say.Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_Geoff Hess@manhattanrollie
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Pit Stop 9.30.25
Pit Stop 9.30.25- Under the Weather from NYC- Rolliefest- Audrain Concours- Singer event @ Willow Springs- SF event @ end of October- 50% off sale going on NOW. Use code 2025FALLSALE- New Product coming!THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!
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Ep. 163 - Tony Traina (UNPOLISHED / Watch Journalist)
Tony Traina is a watch writer I have become friends with over the last few years, so this episode is yet another long overdue recording. His Substack, Unpolished, is one of only a few I subscribe to, so I was excited to ask him about his journey away from a larger company like Hodinkee to embark on his own, independent distribution model. Tony isn’t a car guy, so it’s all business, watches and a spritz of golf considering Tony’s little-known stint playing AJGA tournaments. Please enjoy my conversation with Tony.Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_Tony Trainahttps://www.unpolishedwatches.com/@tony_traina
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Ep. 162 - Ben Bertucci (Film Director - One of One Documentary)
Today’s guest is Ben Bertucci, the man behind the best films I’ve seen in recent memory. One of One is a documentary about a Japanese family of car mechanics. This is a horrible description and also vague for a reason. I watched the movie twice in two days, for reference, and it was during the second viewing that I reached out to Ben to invite him on this show. Thankfully, he’s the kind of person to check his DM’s.I don’t want to share too many of my thoughts on the movie because you should see it for yourself. However, I will say there are several things which may be considered spoilers here, so please do watch it prior to listening to this if it’s a concern. Thank you so much for listening and please enjoy my episode with Ben.Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_Ben Bertucci@benbertuccihttps://www.benbertucci.com/
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STANDARD H F1 Podcast with Blake Buettner 9.5.25
Welcome back to another F1 Podcast with Blake Buettner - I’m your host Wesley Smith, and today, Blake and I discuss the Summer Break, the Dutch Grand Prix as well as look forward to the 2026 Season. Thank you so much for listening and please enjoy this Formula 1 edition of the STANDARD H Podcast!Links:STANDARD Hhttps://standard-h.com/@standardh_
The STANDARD H Podcast is a casual conversation about the lives of entrepreneurs and those growing companies. We discuss each guest's background in business as well as hobbies. Topics often include cars, watches, food & travel, and even architecture.
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