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A loose discussion of travel, adventure, diving, driving, gear, and most certainly watches! Hosts Jason Heaton and James Stacey break down their love for adventure, their addiction to watches, and the many forms both can take. Have a question? Let us know at thegreynato@gmail.com.

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Recent Guests

Griffin Barsh
Writer at Hodinkee, podcaster
Hodinkee
Episode: The Grey NATO – 393 – Live From The 2026 Toronto Timepiece Show
Thomas Holland III
One of the presenting group of Throttle House; later involved with The Grand Tour relaunch on Amazon
Throttle House / Amazon Prime Video (The Grand Tour)
Episode: The Grey NATO – 392 – Thomas Holland III (The Grand Tour, Watches, Alfas, & More)
Bertie Gregory
British Wildlife filmmaker, National Geographic Explorer
National Geographic
Episode: The Grey NATO – 381 – Exploring With Rolex, Nat Geo, Bertie Gregory, & Thomas Peschak
Thomas Peschak
National Geographic Explorer and photographer
National Geographic
Episode: The Grey NATO – 381 – Exploring With Rolex, Nat Geo, Bertie Gregory, & Thomas Peschak
Kim Frank
Award-winning writer, multimedia storyteller, filmmaker (Where the Forest Roars); Explorer's Club fellow
Explorer's Club, Royal Geographic Society
Episode: The Grey NATO – 375 – A Chat With Kim Frank (Explorer, Author, & Filmmaker)
AJ Bars
Analogue Explorer (Analogue Explorer sub-brand)
Analogue Explorer
Episode: The Grey NATO – 374 – Our West Coast Time (Diving, Driving, Wind Up SF, the Vancouver Timepiece Show, & More)
Matt Graham
Owner and Founder, Aries Watch Co.
Aries Watch Co.
Episode: The Grey NATO – 374 – Our West Coast Time (Diving, Driving, Wind Up SF, the Vancouver Timepiece Show, & More)
Victor Vescovo
Private investor and explorer known for the Five Deeps and Everest-space-ocean feats
Exploration and Venture Projects (e.g., Limiting Factor submersible, Astroforge investor)
Episode: The Grey NATO – 373 – From The Bottom Of The Oceans To Outer Space With Victor Vescovo
Lydia Winters
Acclaimed brand strategist, storyteller and creative leader with Minecraft and NOMOS affiliations
Nomos; Former Minecraft executive
Episode: The Grey NATO – 368 – A Chat With Lydia Winters [Watch Photographer, Creative Consultant, and Podcaster]

Hosts

James Stacey
Co-host with a background in adventure, photography, and watches; frequent host and community builder.
Jason Heaton
Co-host with a strong background in watches, travel, and outdoor media; drives brand conversations and gear discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Ideal podcast for adults passionate about watches, adventure, anything

    Cannot overstate the degree to which I appreciate James and Jason and what they’ve built with the Grey NATO podcast and community. Diving, exploring, adventures, gear, travel, life as a middle aged man in North America, fitness, great interviews - and most certainly watches.

    Found the pod while looking to grow my understanding of watches, but have grown to appreciate it for so much more.

    Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sisyphus216
    United States2 months ago
  • Gear Nerd Nirvana!

    You can’t get enough of Margaret Jo McCullin and Terry Rialto? You’re looking for confirmation that uptalking has swept from Australia through the female side of the equation and is now firmly ensconced with male millennials in America too? Craving killer pod in the watches / scuba / cars & travel department? Jason Heaton and James Stacey have got you covered homie! These guys live the life you wish you could, below sea level and above, delivering anecdotes in a witty, erudite and above all low-... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    D day Normandy
    United States3 months ago
  • These guys are great

    Way overdue to do this review. Have loved these guys who have great chemistry and perspective on so many things.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IU wins the natty
    United States4 months ago
  • my favorite pod

    love the vibe, the topics, and most certainly – the watches

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joe780
    Switzerland10 months ago
  • Love it, have loved it for years.

    If you like watches, and going outside and doing something, you should check out this show. It’s great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matlock7
    United Statesa year ago

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The Grey NATO - 386 – Slack Crew & A 2026 [Part 3]
Q: Where would you both collectively decide to go that would interest you equally for the article, and what two watches would you bring for the other to wear?
They propose a collaborative adventure in a warm, reliable diving locale like Bonaire or Cozumel, paired with watches such as a Bell & Ross and a Pelagos 39, to comprehensively test and photograph in action.
The Grey NATO – 392 – Thomas Holland III (The Grand Tour, Watches, Alfas, & More)
Q: What was the moment you felt the show could truly work with Francis on board?
The moment Francis arrived and clicked, filling the gap between us in a way that allowed the dynamic to feel natural and balanced. His ego-less approach, humor, and genuine enthusiasm for machines created a chemistry that made the collaboration feel inevitable in hindsight.
The Grey NATO – 392 – Thomas Holland III (The Grand Tour, Watches, Alfas, & More)
Q: How did you approach the decision to join the Grand Tour relaunch, given your success with Throttle House?
It was a deep, multifaceted decision driven by a combination of personal passion for the cars, a sense that James and I could contribute a unique editorial voice, and the opportunity to be part of a long-standing automotive project in a new format. It felt like a serious, meaningful move rather than a quick leap, and there was a strong belief we could grow the franchise while staying true to our style.
The Grey NATO – 390 – Slack Crew & A 2026 [Part 4]
Q: What is the three-watch exercise that Sven asked about, and what surprised you when you saw them on wrist?
Jason and James discuss how perception changes once a watch is worn; initial neutrality can flip to strong affection after seeing it in person, with examples like the Pelagos Ultra.
The Grey NATO – 381 – Exploring With Rolex, Nat Geo, Bertie Gregory, & Thomas Peschak
Q: What was the scale and impact of the Amelan Expedition?
It started as a NatGeo project focusing on the Amazon's aquatic biodiversity and expanded into a 400-day expedition with a strong conservation research component supported by Rolex, aimed at driving measurable conservation outcomes.

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