Rico's Watches Podcast

This is my final episode. Please give it a listen. Feel free to reach out to me if you want to chat or just say hi. Head over to my Instagram page for a longer break down and more formal goodbye.

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For today's episode I sit down with the world's leading expert in vintage Tudor: Ross Povey. We take deep dive into Tudor brand and military history. Ross Povey, the founder of TudorCollector.com is regarded as the world’s leading expert on vintage Tudor watches. Although an expert on Rolex and Tudor watches primarily, Ross’s work covers the entire field of horology. He writes for and has contributed to some of the most influential publications, including Revolution, The Telegraph, GQ, Forbes, The Rake, Wrist Check, Bulang & Sons, Watchonista, Hodinkee, QP and is the co-author of the book Daytona Perpetual, a celebration of the automatic Rolex Daytona released through Pucci Papaleo Editore. Ross is Communications Director for Monaco Legend Group auction house and is also an international speaker, regularly hosting watch events in the UK and globally. Tudor Collector Website: https://tudorcollector.com/ Tudor Collector Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tudorcollector/ If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at: https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/ or  e-mail: ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com      Thank you!    Eric

In today's episode, I'm joined by Brandon Boudreaux, who recounts his days as a hostage during a chaotic prison riot. We hear his firsthand experiences and emotions leading up to his dramatic rescue by the FBI HRT. Don't miss this gripping story.

Brandon's IG: https://www.instagram.com/boodrax/

If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at:

https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/

or  e-mail: ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com     

Thank you!   

Eric

Today, I sit down with my, good friend, and CMO for RZE Watches: Huiy Tang. We discuss everything RZE and some of the compelling and beautiful models from their diverse line up.

Here is and excerpt from the RZE site:

Since 2020, RZE has been dedicated to building timepieces for the everyday adventurer. Inspired by the use of titanium in the aerospace industry for its strength to weight ratio, each watch is crafted from solid UltraHEX™ titanium to ensure your adventure companion is capable of enduring the toughest conditions and escaping unscathed. From beaches to boardrooms, high tide and desk dives, we’re proud to be a part of your journey; We are #assembledforadventure. RZE Website: https://www.rzewatches.com/

RZE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rzewatches/

If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at:

https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/

or  e-mail:

ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com     

Thank you!   

Eric

I sit down once again with former Navy SEAL: Dave Hall. In this follow up to my recent episode with Dave, we cover many great stories and topics. You won't want to miss this one! Stay tuned for more episodes with Dave in the near future!

Dave's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davehall1911/

If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at:

https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/

or  e-mail: ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com     

Thank you!   

Eric

Today, I sit down with JR Seeger. JR is a former archeologist, paratrooper, CIA Senior Case Officer and current watch enthusiast and author. We discuss his career path, training, and the mission his is best known for in popular media. We discuss his role as Team Alpha leader of the CIA's team that entered Afghanistan following the events of 9\11 and what occurred on that mission. Additionally, we discuss JR's love of watches and the novels that he authors. Links: JR's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike4_author/ JR's Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=jr+seeger&crid=2L8UNHXPT7J9O&sprefix=jr+see%2Caps%2C135&ref=nb_sb_noss_2 JR's articles: https://www.watchesofespionage.com/blogs/woe-dispatch/first-in-the-role-watches-played-in-the-early-days-of-the-cias-war-in-afghanistan https://www.watchesofespionage.com/blogs/woe-dispatch/watches-for-the-cia-case-officer https://spyscape.com/article/two-vital-wwii-spy-tools-seen-through-the-eyes-of-aformer-cia-officer https://www.cia.gov/resources/csi/studies-in-intelligence/volume-59-no-4/learning-from-world-war-ii-special-operations/ To learn more about the CIA mission into Afghanistan following 9/11 and JR's role in it, I recommend this novel: https://www.amazon.com/First-Casualty-Untold-Mission-Avenge/dp/B09CZDMZF5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=129XRJ1DNVOJ&keywords=first+causality&qid=1687294985&sprefix=first+caus%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-1 If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at: https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/ or   e-mail: ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com     Thank you!    Eric

Today I sit down with fellow watch enthusiast and first responder, Asha Wagner (AKA @wildlander6 on Instagram). We discuss her journey and enthusiasm with and for watches and her career path through firefighting. We hear about her training, unique designations as well as her roles and responsibilities. Additionally, we get to enjoy some great anecdotes from Asha about watches and firefighting alike. Enjoy this episode and be sure to show your support for Asha and the show at the links below:  Asha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildlander6/ LLS Firefighter Stairclimb Charity: https://www.llswa.org/site/TR/LLSWA/llswaFF?px=1989821&pg=personal&fr_id=1730 If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at:  https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/  or e-mail: ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com      Thank you!     Eric 

Today, I sit down with Alex of the Army & Time Podcast. We discuss his love of watches, his career in the US Army, and his love of watches. If you enjoy this episode and want to hear more then be sure to head over to the Army & Time Podcast to hear my episode as Alex's guest! Army & Time Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6WQxcclVPBaeSxOYK0CzvT?si=n0TMaSpjRZGGz_D-scMhwA&nd=1 Army & Time Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/armyandtime/ If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at:   https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/ or e-mail: ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com   Thank you!   Eric

The watch fam has some ridiculously cool people in it. Nobody stands out as the exemplification of this better than Brock Stevens: Naval diver, Instagrammer (AKA @deepsea_edc), Adventurer, EDC enthusiast, Creative Director at Deep Sea Co AND a watch enthusiast! Enjoy listening to Brock describe his day to day working conditions, harrowing close calls and of course, hear all about the awesome watches he wears while doing it all!  Brock's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/deepsea_edc/  Deep Sea Co's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/deepsealocker/ Deep Sea Co's Website: https://www.deepseaco.com/ Support Project Recover by purchasing these specific products: https://www.deepseaco.com/search?q=edc&options%5Bprefix%5D=last Info about Project Recover: https://www.projectrecover.org/ If you or someone you know wants to be on the show or if you have any questions or feedback please contact me at:   https://www.instagram.com/ricoswatchespodcast/   or   e-mail: ricoswatchespodcast@gmail.com        Thank you!        Eric