Why Old Things Are Better
I share some of the vintage items I own, why I love them, and how the people we meet, places we visit and items we own both enrich our lives, and bring us all together.
Overwork and Me: My Work Ethic Explained
When people find out how much I work, and how little leisure time and sleep I get, they’re shocked. Here, I explain my attitude to work, and how a part of my brain is wired.
2021 Home Office Tour
Now that I have a dedicated home office space, I’ve had to get creative to utilise the space in a way which fulfils all of my needs, from work to leisure and everything inbetween. How have I put the space together, what tips have I learned, and how have I turned a blank canvas into a home office zen?
The 1% Rule: How To Get Better At Everything
Continuous improvement is something that we all strive for. What if there was a way to consistently enhance our skills in every aspect of our lives, from work to leisure and everything in between?
2020 North East Independent Christmas Gift Guide for Men
Whether for a family member, love interest or otherwise, here is my selection of the very best Christmas gifts for men from local independents in the North East for the 2020 festive season.
The Black Coronet: The History of the Rolex Cellini
Since the 1960s, the Rolex Cellini has stood out amongst the Rolex range, as rather than being a tool, it is designed purely with elegance and sophistication in mind. Has this black sheep of the Rolex family outstayed its welcome, or is there a place for the Cellini in today’s world?
From WeWork to the World: The Story of HODINKEE
Since 2008, HODINKEE has grown from a one-man operation running out of a university café into the undisputed world leaders in watch journalism. How have they grown from such humble beginnings into the groundbreaking company adored by both watchmakers and enthusiasts alike?
Date Windows: Diving Deep on the Smallest Big Debate in Watches
“I wish no watch had a 4:30 date window, but that’s probably its own podcast episode or it’s own, like, 4,000 word, way too long, way too angry story for the website…” Stephen Pulvirent on HODINKEE Radio, discussing the 2020 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph LE in 18k White Gold. Why do date windows provoke such an emotive response within so many collectors and enthusiasts, and what does this say about our relationship with watches as a whole?
Why Do Two of the Richest People in the World Drink So Much Coke?
When you think about the habits of the world’s richest, Coca-Cola probably doesn’t spring to mind. Why is it then that Bill Gates and Warren Buffett drink so much of it? What strange diets do the world’s top executives have, what does it tell us about them, and what can we learn?
Will Elon Musk’s Neuralink Make The World A Better Place?
Tesla, SpaceX, OpenAI, Hyperloop, The Boring Company… the list of Elon Musk’s innovative companies is both long and diverse. Could one of his newer and more secretive ventures, Neuralink, allow us to achieve true synergy between humans and computers?
What Have Fashion Watches Done to the Watch Industry?
Are fashion watches introducing quality timepieces to a younger generation of enthusiasts, or are they ripping off the consumer and funding a copycat industry that abuses workers in emerging economies?
How To Be Productive and Organised
Feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to stay on-top of everything? Things slipping through the cracks? With a little preparation and know-how, anyone can be both productive and organised. Don’t believe me? Follow this guide, and let’s get you in tip-top shape to take on the world.
Dan Henry 1962 Racing Chronograph Review
Dan Henry’s eponymous brand is fast-becoming the go-to value-for-money enthusiasts choice. Can the £220 1962 Racing Chronograph come close to evoking the feeling of its £22,000+ inspiration?
5 Podcasts That I’m Listening To Right Now
With the daily commute offering me a lot of free time, I discuss the podcasts I’m listening to right now, why I listen to them, and what I’m getting out of them.
The 2020 F1 Silly Season is Go!
With Sebastian Vettel confirmed to be leaving Ferrari at the end of the 2020 F1 season, I take a look at the potential driver moves, and how the 2021 grid could shape up, ahead of the crucial 2022 regulation changes.
The State of the Watch Industry
Since mid-2019, the watch industry has gone through a massive shake-up. What has the unrest in Hong Kong and the COVID-19 pandemic done to the industry as a whole, and where does that leave the brands, trade shows and consumers?
