The Deep Track

Send us a textThis week, sneaker industry veteran Nick Engvall returns to the podcast to discuss the state of the enthusiast community. The sneaker world has seen plenty of change in recent years, and there's plenty of similarities to the world of watches, including a few lessons to be learned. In this episode, we chat about the state of enthusiasm across both watches and sneakers, and how might grow beyond the hype driven culture that once dominated. Additionally, there's some car talk thrown in for good measure, so fair warning. Show notes:Nick Engvall on InstagramThe Sneaker NewsletterSneaker History on InstagramSneaker HistoryBest Sneakers of 2025Keith HufnagelKickingItMove InsolesEverrati Porsche 964Honda Heritage WorksSupport the show

Send us a textThis week I'm joined by Bilal Khan, watch media veteran and current Editor-in-Chief of Teddy Baldassarre, to discuss some highlights of 2025 as the year draws to a close. We chat about the watches from our own collection that got the most wear, as well as watches that left a lasting impression on us. Bilal also gives his impressions of Dubai Watch Week, and we manage to slip in a bit of camera talk for good measure. Show Notes:Bilal on InstagramThe Odyssey TrailerBilal’s ChopardBlake’s GMT-Master II 126710BLROMost worn watch - Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600Nomos Club Sport Neomatik WorldtimerPatek Philippe Cubitus in 40mmZenith GFJJaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Rolex Land-DwellerBreguet Experimental 1Ulysse Nardin x Urwerk UR-FreakChopard L.U.C Grand StrikeRessence Type 3 MNMing Polymesh Titanium BraceletSupport the show

Send us a textThis week, watch and jewelry industry veteran Barbara Palumbo joins the show to recount her experience as a GPHG member of the jury. From how the watches are considered behind the scenes, to taking the stage at the ceremony itself, Barbara offers some welcome insight to how the show comes to life. Additionally, we look back at Dubai Watch Week, which Barbara attended with her teenage son in tow. Show Notes:Ep. 35 with Barbara PalumboBarbara Palumbo on InstagramBrew Metric LiteZenith Rainbow FlybackZenith GFJ2025 GPHJ Winners Dubai Watch Week recap on Watchonista60 Minutes Segment on Swiss WatchesSupport the show

Send us a textThis week, I'm taking some time to reflect on the past few months of releases, and offer some thoughts on Breguet and Oris in particular as they are carrying a lot of momentum into the end of the year. I also take discuss my initial impressions of the Christopher Ward Twelve 660 after getting some hands-on time with a full review to follow. Show Notes:Sinn U50Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600Breguet Classique Anniversary ModelsBreguet Expérimentale 1Oris ProPilot DateChristopher Ward Twelve 660Support the show

Send us a textThis week Wesley Smith joins the podcast to recap the current Formula 1 season, and the latest race in Las Vegas. This season's Driver's Championship has become far more competitive than anticipated, with Max Verstappen now fully in the picture within 24 points of the lead held by Lando Norris. In this episode, we talk about how the season has unfolded, and what rookies have caught our the most after a full season of growth. As usual, there's some watch talk thrown in for good measure. Show Notes:STANDARD HTAG Heuer Monaco for Las Vegas GPBlancpain Grande Double SonneriePorsche Gen 1 Cayenne Restoration Porsche Cayenne Turbo commercial from 2004Omega Seamaster Planet OceanTudor FXDPorsche Design x HODINKEE Chronograph 1Support the show