Discovering Time

https://simplecast.com Discovering Time "Discovering Time: Stories from a collector community” takes readers on a humorous, unusual and illuminating look into the global subculture of watch collecting. It shares a series of themed short-stories that breathes intimate perspective into a relatively clandestine and fiercely loyal community. At the heart of these stories, readers will be exposed to the phenomenon of “watch meet-ups” where complete strangers from all over the world gather to share their interest in timepieces, which often evolve into lifelong friendships. From local dive bars to exclusive exotic locations, socioeconomic barriers are cast aside and friendships forged, all in the mutual love of horology. Discovering Time LLC en Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:59:02 +0000 Sat, 28 Sep 2019 03:21:22 +0000 https://discovering-time.simplecast.com Discovering Time https://cdn.simplecast.com/images/cc956a60-a49b-4410-904b-34bd80e4bb59/cf65a9da-8261-43dc-940e-124882191f9d/3000x3000/my-post-80.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://discovering-time.simplecast.com serial "Discovering Time: Stories from a collector community” takes readers on a humorous, unusual and illuminating look into the global subculture of watch collecting. It shares a series of themed short-stories that breathes intimate perspective into a relatively clandestine and fiercely loyal community. At the heart of these stories, readers will be exposed to the phenomenon of “watch meet-ups” where complete strangers from all over the world gather to share their interest in timepieces, which often evolve into lifelong friendships. From local dive bars to exclusive exotic locations, socioeconomic barriers are cast aside and friendships forged, all in the mutual love of horology. RPV yes

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discovering time, time, watch collecting, watch fam, watch community, watches, time pieces Richard Vinhais vinhaisr@gmail.com f6afcda1-b203-4fc1-b546-17fd3c1f07d7 Narcotics and Goblins, Oh My! A highly inappropriate real-life tail as told by @YG_Watches (real name, Yousif)

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]]> Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:59:02 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/narcotics-and-goblins-oh-my-bonus-gT3y_pgO A highly inappropriate real-life tail as told by @YG_Watches (real name, Yousif)

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]]> Narcotics and Goblins, Oh My! Richard Vinhais 00:05:40 yes full 32 1 1dbbdd93-6f3a-459a-8499-dbdb6075feb6 Part 4 - Epilogue Two more SHORT short stories that will tug at the old heart strings. One is called "Finding a Cure: #TypeNone; it comes from the mind and heart of @ThePitchingWedge, formerly known as the @BalancedWheel. The other is called "Brotherhood of the Traveling Watch, which is the story of 6 watch fam friends and a specific watch that's making its way around the world.

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]]> Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:49:47 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/part-4-epilogue-a-couple-more-brief-stories-zd3emwOg Two more SHORT short stories that will tug at the old heart strings. One is called "Finding a Cure: #TypeNone; it comes from the mind and heart of @ThePitchingWedge, formerly known as the @BalancedWheel. The other is called "Brotherhood of the Traveling Watch, which is the story of 6 watch fam friends and a specific watch that's making its way around the world.

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]]> Part 4 - Epilogue Richard Vinhais 00:06:07 yes full 31 1 2edaaa20-3870-4af7-9d1f-5947d24304d6 Enjoy What You Have (@BZabodyn214 Interview) A wide ranging conversation with my dear friend Brandon (@BZabodyn214). He's a Texas boy with a watch collecting obsession. We discuss the evolution of his collecting journey, how he's embraced the Watch Fam and cover his least favorite question to receive from beginners.

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]]> Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:17:39 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/enjoy-what-you-have-bzabodyn214-interview-FINOjQA4 A wide ranging conversation with my dear friend Brandon (@BZabodyn214). He's a Texas boy with a watch collecting obsession. We discuss the evolution of his collecting journey, how he's embraced the Watch Fam and cover his least favorite question to receive from beginners.

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]]> Enjoy What You Have (@BZabodyn214 Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:15:38 yes full 29 1 9a83cfe3-269e-44c1-81f7-34379d355fa7 Honey, Can We Have a Horological Ménage à Trois? For those out there looking for advice as to how best to ask your significant for the green light to buy a time piece of your dreams. Here's the ultimate playbook to help you get there.

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]]> Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:11:33 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/honey-can-we-have-a-horological-menage-a-trois-g3SpIg7x For those out there looking for advice as to how best to ask your significant for the green light to buy a time piece of your dreams. Here's the ultimate playbook to help you get there.

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]]> Honey, Can We Have a Horological Ménage à Trois? Richard Vinhais 00:13:01 yes full 28 1 71997b89-c60b-49e5-9c09-cd3d8716850a Watch Buying Guide for Beginners An introductory look on the fundamentals of watch buying and things to look out for. Also in this section is a summary of my top 10 favorite watch brands and a Watch Inspiration on a budget guide for those looking for some inspiration.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 17:38:16 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/watch-buying-guide-for-beginners-5VH7fo__ An introductory look on the fundamentals of watch buying and things to look out for. Also in this section is a summary of my top 10 favorite watch brands and a Watch Inspiration on a budget guide for those looking for some inspiration.

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]]> Watch Buying Guide for Beginners Richard Vinhais 00:29:44 yes full 27 1 bc7eefcb-d7a1-4fea-9250-cc5541c874de The Importance of Family & Mean Girls (@BoardRoomBaller Interview) A wonderful chat with my buddy Tanmay (@BoardRoomBaller). We talk about his recent foray into watch collecting and his transition into the Watch Fam.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 17:25:54 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/family-mean-girls-boardroomballer-interview-qW_kAbo_ A wonderful chat with my buddy Tanmay (@BoardRoomBaller). We talk about his recent foray into watch collecting and his transition into the Watch Fam.

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]]> The Importance of Family & Mean Girls (@BoardRoomBaller Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:06:07 yes full 26 1 0bed3a2e-f7aa-4401-92c7-b7c3f8146ee2 Part 3 - Joining The Watch Fam Shares steps and key tips to help assimilate yourself into the Watch Fam Community. There are groups all over the world; Red Bar being the largest and most organized one to date. Every group and region has a different vibe, so be sure to practice the ONE rule that's a prerequisite to join the Watch Fam.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 17:18:22 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/part-3-joining-the-watch-fam-PtP_9sp3 Shares steps and key tips to help assimilate yourself into the Watch Fam Community. There are groups all over the world; Red Bar being the largest and most organized one to date. Every group and region has a different vibe, so be sure to practice the ONE rule that's a prerequisite to join the Watch Fam.

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]]> Part 3 - Joining The Watch Fam Richard Vinhais 00:10:22 yes full 25 1 21a10b6b-5aa4-4ed6-8ff2-af49bde5807d Sun-Filled Daytona The epic tail of my journey to pick up a special watch, which ended up becoming even more important as a result of an unexpected family incident.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:51:25 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/sun-filled-daytona-pT1OvDCU The epic tail of my journey to pick up a special watch, which ended up becoming even more important as a result of an unexpected family incident.

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]]> Sun-Filled Daytona Richard Vinhais 00:16:19 yes full 24 1 e26231dd-55a9-49b1-82fb-91bc35531775 Tequila is Terrible (@LouieMadeIt Interview) A lovely conversation with my dear friend, Louie (@LouieMadeIt). We talk about his Watch Fam journey, but we mostly discuss one of the greatest watch fam meet ups, ever!

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:43:26 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/tequila-is-terrible-louiemadeit-interview-cottRdB0 A lovely conversation with my dear friend, Louie (@LouieMadeIt). We talk about his Watch Fam journey, but we mostly discuss one of the greatest watch fam meet ups, ever!

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]]> Tequila is Terrible (@LouieMadeIt Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:11:19 yes full 23 1 e7ccb2ff-2017-484d-82fa-11390f412441 Captain Fantastic A wild story where I got my Sherlock Holmes on to figure out who someone on Instagram was. Turns out, he was much closer than I expected.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:36:46 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/captain-fantastic-uwkZk01L A wild story where I got my Sherlock Holmes on to figure out who someone on Instagram was. Turns out, he was much closer than I expected.

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]]> Captain Fantastic Richard Vinhais 00:09:58 yes full 22 1 f8240d1c-1e6b-41db-a50b-3a3f7f697650 A Chance Encounter with Grandpa A meet up in NYC with a Watch Fam friend leads to us meeting Grandpa. It started out innocently enough, but then things changed. Turns out, grandpa was kind of a big deal.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:29:34 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/a-chance-encounter-with-grandpa-u0eghF11 A meet up in NYC with a Watch Fam friend leads to us meeting Grandpa. It started out innocently enough, but then things changed. Turns out, grandpa was kind of a big deal.

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]]> A Chance Encounter with Grandpa Richard Vinhais 00:10:08 yes full 21 1 0caa0e1c-8ff3-4a04-9598-a8d7579154c1 Clown School & Murder (@RicoSuaveBolla Interview) A wildly entertaining conversation with Richard (@RicoSuaveBolla). We talk about his life, social media, his short story and a wonderful Watch Fam meet up experience he had in Italy.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:23:09 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/clown-school-murder-ricosuavebolla-interview-2371sRhz A wildly entertaining conversation with Richard (@RicoSuaveBolla). We talk about his life, social media, his short story and a wonderful Watch Fam meet up experience he had in Italy.

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]]> Clown School & Murder (@RicoSuaveBolla Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:11:13 yes full 20 1 c09ae109-a903-4dff-8ec8-40bba275bad9 Boyz Night Out An epic Watch Fam tail surrounding celebrity, music, guitars and a band that shaped my youth.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:14:48 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/boyz-night-out-ReUra7Hr An epic Watch Fam tail surrounding celebrity, music, guitars and a band that shaped my youth.

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]]> Boyz Night Out Richard Vinhais 00:09:05 yes full 19 1 45c300e3-70f9-49b2-a242-aa60eebaf36a A Sombrero Wearing Chihuahua @RicoSuaveBollo tells of his Instagram journey and introduction into the Watch Fam. It all started with a sombrero wearing chihuahua.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:05:59 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/a-sombrero-wearing-chihuahua-Ov_4_5_w @RicoSuaveBollo tells of his Instagram journey and introduction into the Watch Fam. It all started with a sombrero wearing chihuahua.

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]]> A Sombrero Wearing Chihuahua Richard Vinhais 00:09:07 yes full 18 1 3a64c818-1e09-4795-97ce-20ae27a6c722 I Have a Very Particular Set of Skills (@KickToc Interview) A lovely conversation my dear friend, Brett (@KickToc). We discuss his Watch Fam journey, Head 2 Head Copy Cat, his philosophy on collecting and why he's got a very special set of skills.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:59:47 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/i-have-a-very-particular-set-of-skills-kicktoc-interview-GsrAMIbU A lovely conversation my dear friend, Brett (@KickToc). We discuss his Watch Fam journey, Head 2 Head Copy Cat, his philosophy on collecting and why he's got a very special set of skills.

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]]> I Have a Very Particular Set of Skills (@KickToc Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:08:33 yes full 17 1 c0e774d2-091f-4278-ab7e-0cee92cc7063 Happy Copycats An educational and playful look at hashtags in the Watch Community. It also delves into the weekly Watch Fam phenomenon of Head to Head Copy Cat.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:48:45 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/happy-copycats-NaAuVd9q An educational and playful look at hashtags in the Watch Community. It also delves into the weekly Watch Fam phenomenon of Head to Head Copy Cat.

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]]> Happy Copycats Richard Vinhais 00:10:18 yes full 16 1 38ff351f-e2a7-4544-aeac-00587a5766d9 Baselworld: The Cancun Spring Break Equivalent for Watch Nerds Insights into Baselworld and my first hand experience from when I attended. For those that don't know, Baselworld is the world's foremost trade show for watches, jewellery, precious stones and related industries. It interconnects the industry’s top brands, the most influential media and the world’s most important buyers, which are some of the biggest nerds out there.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:42:46 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/baselworld-the-cancun-spring-break-equivalent-for-watch-nerds-QA-F7Leerqn Insights into Baselworld and my first hand experience from when I attended. For those that don't know, Baselworld is the world's foremost trade show for watches, jewellery, precious stones and related industries. It interconnects the industry’s top brands, the most influential media and the world’s most important buyers, which are some of the biggest nerds out there.

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]]> Baselworld: The Cancun Spring Break Equivalent for Watch Nerds Richard Vinhais 00:10:11 yes full 15 1 afa2aa64-b338-41ff-9433-3d125f9679f9 Cool as Ice (@Ski.Ko.Ku Interview) A brilliant conversation with Big-D (@Shi.Ko.Ku). We discuss his watch fam journey, collecting and the hard life lesson's of getting your ass kicked on the playground.

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]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:17:17 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/cool-as-ice-skikoku-interview-DPs3YOd6 A brilliant conversation with Big-D (@Shi.Ko.Ku). We discuss his watch fam journey, collecting and the hard life lesson's of getting your ass kicked on the playground.

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]]> Cool as Ice (@Ski.Ko.Ku Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:12:20 yes full 14 1 dfa470ae-0828-48de-bc11-280bd8312428 The Curious Incident Of The Mysterious Package In The Night What do you give a man that has everything? How about something that threatens his life and that of his family? Arguably THE greatest Watch Fam gift giving experiment of all time.

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2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 14:06:49 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/the-curious-incident-of-the-mysterious-package-in-the-night-chi_yG3U What do you give a man that has everything? How about something that threatens his life and that of his family? Arguably THE greatest Watch Fam gift giving experiment of all time.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> The Curious Incident Of The Mysterious Package In The Night Richard Vinhais 00:10:49 yes full 13 1 01e0ab26-f78c-4843-9af2-588613617f74 Surreal Perfection Delves into the life and experiences of one of the most well-travelled people I know in the Watch Fam. He goes by Big-D (@Shi.Ko.Ku) and embodies what the REAL most interesting man in the world should look like.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:58:50 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/surreal-perfection-adxnzlec Delves into the life and experiences of one of the most well-travelled people I know in the Watch Fam. He goes by Big-D (@Shi.Ko.Ku) and embodies what the REAL most interesting man in the world should look like.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Surreal Perfection Richard Vinhais 00:13:19 yes full 12 1 493588f9-a650-46fd-9a5e-377effcfa48a Crushing a Father's Dreams (@WiseWatch Interview) Interview with my Canadian friend, Bobby (@WiseWatch). We discuss a once in a life time experience we were fortunate enough to share together. We also cover a bunch of other watch related topics. Oh, yeah...I also break his heart after speaking with his young daughter. I kind of feel bad, but not really.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:48:15 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/crushing-a-fathers-dreams-wisewatch-interview-M8CtUmDV Interview with my Canadian friend, Bobby (@WiseWatch). We discuss a once in a life time experience we were fortunate enough to share together. We also cover a bunch of other watch related topics. Oh, yeah...I also break his heart after speaking with his young daughter. I kind of feel bad, but not really.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Crushing a Father's Dreams (@WiseWatch Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:16:34 yes full 11 1 8e0fed79-8aea-48e6-865d-1a8f023750b9 A Tribe of Generosity Explores the fundamentally generous nature of the people that make up the "Watch Fam".

Special Favor:
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1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:35:49 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/a-tribe-of-generosity-acUwqiEp Explores the fundamentally generous nature of the people that make up the "Watch Fam".

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> A Tribe of Generosity Richard Vinhais 00:09:19 yes full 10 1 f58e1bdb-6664-4846-8cc2-a964beadceef A Future Man of Substance A new father's hopes, dreams and aspirations for a newcomer to a cold hard world. Only makes sense to buy a new watch to commemorate the moment. What watch makes the most sense though? This story explores the journey and sets the stage for a gift that will eventually be bestowed upon a future man of substance.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:29:12 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/a-future-man-of-substance-znstgRo5 A new father's hopes, dreams and aspirations for a newcomer to a cold hard world. Only makes sense to buy a new watch to commemorate the moment. What watch makes the most sense though? This story explores the journey and sets the stage for a gift that will eventually be bestowed upon a future man of substance.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> A Future Man of Substance Richard Vinhais 00:12:43 yes full 9 1 316cc405-180b-437d-bb4e-60b166b4618f The Creative Process: Chess vs. Checkers (@ShawnDosSantos Interview) Here I am having a conversation with Shawn Dos Santos (@ShawnDosSantos). He's a world-class creative and also my cousin. He offered me a lot of creative inspiration throughout my book journey, especially when it came to the book cover and audio book.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 22:53:44 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/the-creative-process-playing-chess-vs-checkers-shawndossantos-interview-VB_y_d5o Here I am having a conversation with Shawn Dos Santos (@ShawnDosSantos). He's a world-class creative and also my cousin. He offered me a lot of creative inspiration throughout my book journey, especially when it came to the book cover and audio book.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> The Creative Process: Chess vs. Checkers (@ShawnDosSantos Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:06:53 yes full 8 1 553c0b47-3f5e-46be-9ff1-9c6b6a164368 A Heavy Heart Seeks Solidarity Delves into one of the darker periods of my life and how the Watch Fam rallied to guide me through to better days.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 22:30:19 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/a-heavy-heart-seeks-solidarity-KAeBiNXE Delves into one of the darker periods of my life and how the Watch Fam rallied to guide me through to better days.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> A Heavy Heart Seeks Solidarity Richard Vinhais 00:08:54 yes full 7 1 c8fa16c4-e5b7-4b42-a08a-456bc6dadfa3 A View From The Top Covers a family trip to meet-up with @MrGreenCertified and the entire @DubaiWatchClub. Fine-dining, beautiful company, drinks, cigars, and a spectacular view from the tallest building in the world, which was located in the most over-achieving city I've ever been to, Dubai.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 21:18:56 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/a-view-from-the-top-sWSo51Zv Covers a family trip to meet-up with @MrGreenCertified and the entire @DubaiWatchClub. Fine-dining, beautiful company, drinks, cigars, and a spectacular view from the tallest building in the world, which was located in the most over-achieving city I've ever been to, Dubai.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> A View From The Top Richard Vinhais 00:10:21 yes full 6 1 3463cb64-91b5-47d4-9801-2d3ceef531fb Partying with Legends (@PracticalWatch Interview) An off the cuff 1 on 1 discussion with Chris (@PracticalWatch). We talk about how our relationship developed through the Watch Fam. We then get deeper into the Doubling Down experience and goes on to share a special story that he experienced with a dearly departed watch fam member, @Wristi

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:53:34 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/partying-with-a-comedic-legend-practicalwatch-interview-4w7zrwwP An off the cuff 1 on 1 discussion with Chris (@PracticalWatch). We talk about how our relationship developed through the Watch Fam. We then get deeper into the Doubling Down experience and goes on to share a special story that he experienced with a dearly departed watch fam member, @Wristi

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Partying with Legends (@PracticalWatch Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:13:12 yes full 5 1 985b1e0f-e586-4e3c-9566-cc7bfa614585 Doubling Down A short story that encompasses an unexpected weekend getaway to Aruba. The twist? It was with two other Watch Fam friends that I had only recently met. High jinks, debauchery and G-Shocks ensue.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:50:31 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/doubling-down-zbXiBzWX A short story that encompasses an unexpected weekend getaway to Aruba. The twist? It was with two other Watch Fam friends that I had only recently met. High jinks, debauchery and G-Shocks ensue.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Doubling Down Richard Vinhais 00:12:20 yes full 4 1 83604b85-6260-4f45-a27a-9126b6cc915e A Brave New World Delves into my very FIRST watch meet up. It was new, exciting and terrifying at the same time. Ultimately, it was amazing and the beginning of my watch fam journey.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:48:14 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/a-brave-new-world-AAh50uYS Delves into my very FIRST watch meet up. It was new, exciting and terrifying at the same time. Ultimately, it was amazing and the beginning of my watch fam journey.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

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Thank you!

]]> A Brave New World Richard Vinhais 00:08:31 yes full 3 1 5123d78b-6fea-4d8c-9f57-aec7003090fd The Rage-filled Murder of a PT Cruiser (@JamesLamdin & AlxLubin Interview) I sit down to have an alcohol infused discussion with James Lamdin and Alex Lubin at Analog Shift Headquarters in New York City. We discuss the history of the watch industry, the evolution of the watch fam and a bachelor party of epic proportions.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:46:38 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/the-rage-filled-murder-of-a-pt-cruiser-jameslamdin-alxlubin-interview-m0M3eehf I sit down to have an alcohol infused discussion with James Lamdin and Alex Lubin at Analog Shift Headquarters in New York City. We discuss the history of the watch industry, the evolution of the watch fam and a bachelor party of epic proportions.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> The Rage-filled Murder of a PT Cruiser (@JamesLamdin & AlxLubin Interview) Richard Vinhais 00:11:12 yes full 2 1 ccc8dd88-8911-4efa-960e-130440c1ac50 Part 1 (It all starts HERE) Part 1 is comprised of the Author's note, Foreword and Background & Basics to set context of the world illustrated by Discovering Time: Stories from a collector community.

Special Favor:
My wife thinks I'm crazy for essentially giving away a book I spent nearly two years creating, especially when I still have hundreds of hard copies collecting dust in my garage. If you liked what you heard here and want to support me, I humbly ask the following:

1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

2. Buy a physical copy of my book on Amazon and maybe leave a nice review there as well.

Thank you!

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 18:24:42 +0000 vinhaisr@gmail.com (Richard Vinhais) https://discovering-time.simplecast.com/episodes/part-1-IsxvPeBc Part 1 is comprised of the Author's note, Foreword and Background & Basics to set context of the world illustrated by Discovering Time: Stories from a collector community.

Special Favor:
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1. Leave a warm review on The Discovering Time podcast

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Thank you!

]]> Part 1 (It all starts HERE) Richard Vinhais 00:27:21 yes full 1 1