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Openwork: Inside the Watch Industry

Collective Horology
Rolex
Watch Industry
Collective Horology
Watches
Watch Market
Patek Philippe
Audemars Piguet
Tariffs
Hodinkee
Watches Of Switzerland
Omega
LVMH
Watches and Wonders
Certified Pre-Owned Programs
Richemont
Geneva Watch Days
Watchmaking
Swiss Watch Industry
Independent Watch Brands
Watches and Wonders 2025

Openwork is a weekly podcast about how the watch industry actually works. An unfiltered look behind the scenes — no press releases, no hype, and no sponsored takes. Hosted by Asher Rapkin and Gabe Reilly, co-founders of Collective Horology. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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We're on summer hours, but we wanted to keep something in your feed as much as we can — so this one comes from our Watches Of podcast, a conversation Gabe recorded in person with Claude Greisler of Armin Strom. Claude is one of the brand's two modern... more

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Gabe heads to Las Vegas for one of the largest trade shows in the watch and jewelry world — a B2B behemoth that's quietly making a bigger play for watches than ever before. He breaks down what the show gets right, where it falls short of the events c... more

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Morning after Open House 2026 — the biggest event Collective Horology has ever thrown. Now in its third year at The Aster in Hollywood, the fair pulled 400+ people through the door, a line down the street, a closed RSVP, and attendees who flew in fro... more

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While preparing to speak on a panel about the rapidly changing state of American watch retail, Gabe stumbles onto an annual industry report that ranks the largest jewelry and watch retailers by revenue — and what he finds stops him cold. The company ... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Pulverin
Industry writer and Hodinkee contributor
Media/Watch journalism
Episode: Open House Recap – Inside LA's First and Only Independent Watch Show – Episode 84
Ariel Adams
Watch industry commentator and founder of a watch-focused outlet
Media/Watch journalism
Episode: Open House Recap – Inside LA's First and Only Independent Watch Show – Episode 84
Claude Grisler
Armin Strom brand owner/leader involved in hands-on testing
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Episode: Open House Recap – Inside LA's First and Only Independent Watch Show – Episode 84
Sylvain Berneron
Chief product officer at Breitling and founder of Berneron
Berneron
Episode: Embracing Risk & Managing Hype – Sylvain Berneron (Berneron) – Episode 57
Rob Nudds
Trained British watchmaker, head of brand development at Arcanaut, co-founder and co-host of The RealTime Show
Arcanaut
Episode: Watchmaker, Writer, and Brand Executive – Rob Nudds (The RealTime Show, Arcanaut) – Episode 55
Nicholas Bowman-Scargill
Managing director of the Fears Watch Company
Fears Watch Company
Episode: Inside New York Watch Week – Nicholas Bowman-Scargill (Fears) – Episode 53
Jeff Souter
Director of Sales at Collective
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Episode: Our Favorite Watches – Geneva Watch Days 2025 – Episode 50
Wesley Smith
Founder of STANDARD H, passionate about cars, watches, travel, and design.
STANDARD H
Episode: Cars vs. Watches – Wesley Smith (STANDARD H) – Episode 45
Josh Shapiro
An American independent watchmaker based in Los Angeles
J.N. Shapiro
Episode: Reviving the U.S. Watch Industry – Josh Shapiro (J.N. Shapiro) – Episode 41

Hosts

Gabe Reilly
Co-founder of Collective Horology; host of Openwork: Inside the Watch Industry; has contributed to multiple episodes across the series.
Asher Rapkin
Co-founder of Collective Horology; host of Openwork: Inside the Watch Industry; frequent co-host across episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Must listen

    Great content. I never miss an episode with Asher and Gabe. Knowledgable and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RR4739
    United States24 days ago
  • A voice that stands above the rest!

    Gentlemen, its great to see that you are now comfortable with your place in the pantheon of watch podcasts and are willing to take a stand and use your voice to call out the hypocrisy, missteps and sheer audacity of many parts of the luxury watch industry. I look forward to the weekly repartee as well as the insights into an industry we love and sometimes, loathe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Watchcrazy
    United Statesa month ago
  • A must listen for enthusiasts

    This is always one of my favorite pods to listen to as soon as it drops. Always a pleasure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blanekc
    United States5 months ago
  • Informative, interesting, and approachable.

    It’s tough to balance having something to say, saying it in a way that people want to listen, and keeping the barriers low so that anyone walking by can figure out what you mean. This hits that well. I like watches, but don’t know a lot about the industry. Listening makes the subject seem approachable, not something that is going to require months of learning just to figure out what the conversation is about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Feud2500
    United Statesa year ago
  • real insight

    There’s a whole lot of fluff when it comes to watch industry podcasts, but this is one of the rare instances where there’s tons of insight and lots to learn with every episode. Top marks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    returnofdagbert
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Great industry insight and candid takes on brand strategy.
Insider perspective that's helpful for sponsors and guests alike.
Accessible yet deep-dive discussions beyond surface-level hype.

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#41
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#244
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Apple Podcasts
#130
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Apple Podcasts
#226
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#47
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Embracing Risk & Managing Hype – Sylvain Berneron (Berneron) – Episode 57
Q: What advice do you have for those looking to take similar risks in their endeavors?
Sylvain advises to listen to your intuition and remain steadfast in your creative vision, emphasizing that the final judgment comes at the end of your work.
Embracing Risk & Managing Hype – Sylvain Berneron (Berneron) – Episode 57
Q: Did you ever explore seeking investment and how have you handled offers since achieving success?
Sylvain shares that initially, he did not seek investment, focusing instead on self-funding. He later experienced a change in perception, with more people showing interest in investing after his brand's success.
Embracing Risk & Managing Hype – Sylvain Berneron (Berneron) – Episode 57
Q: What were the risks that you had to take that maybe people wouldn't appreciate?
Sylvain explains that he founded his brand using his savings from his corporate career without outside investment, which posed significant risk as he could have lost it all.
Watchmaker, Writer, and Brand Executive – Rob Nudds (The RealTime Show, Arcanaut) – Episode 55
Q: How do you view the fragmentation of watch media?
While it introduces new voices, it makes it difficult for consumers to find trustworthy sources.
Watchmaker, Writer, and Brand Executive – Rob Nudds (The RealTime Show, Arcanaut) – Episode 55
Q: Is there anyone doing branding well in the watch industry?
Brands like Arcanaut and Straum are examples of successful communication strategies.

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Openwork: Inside the Watch Industry offers a data-driven, industry-insider look at how the luxury watch world actually works, from brand strategy and allocation dynamics to market structure and retail trends. Episodes frequently dissect major brand moves, distribution models, and the evolving ecosystem, with a focus on behind-the-scenes decision making, business strategy, and the personalities shaping the industry. Notable attractors include candid takes on collaborations, the impact of corporate structures on brand value, and practical insights for retailers, brands, and entrepreneurs navigating a crowded, premium market. The show stands out for its unfiltered, non-hype approach, guest-free deep dives, and a clear bent toward business outc... more

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1. Stephen Pulverin
2. Ariel Adams
3. Claude Grisler
4. Sylvain Berneron
5. Rob Nudds
6. Nicholas Bowman-Scargill
7. Jeff Souter
8. Wesley Smith

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