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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

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)
Jason Hutton
Runs the Timepiece shows (Vancouver, Montreal, Toronto)
Timepiece Shows
Episode: The Grey NATO – 374 – Our West Coast Time (Diving, Driving, Wind Up SF, the Vancouver Timepiece Show, & More)
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)
Mike Pearson
Representative, Christopher Ward
Christopher Ward
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]
Cole Pennington IV
Former Hodinkee colleague and current employee at Tudor
Tudor Watch
Episode: The Grey NATO – 365 – Cole Pennington IV
Guy Allen
Head of Sales at Elliot Brown, with over 40 years of experience in the watch industry.
Elliot Brown
Episode: The Grey NATO – 364 – Guy Allen And How 40+ Years In Watches Brought Him To Elliot Brown

Hosts

Jason Heaton
Co-host known for engineering a balance between travel, diving, and horology with hands-on gear insights.
James Stacey
Co-host specializing in travel, adventure, and watches, with a focus on storytelling and community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • my favorite pod

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joe780
    Switzerland6 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 States7 months ago
  • The Watch Podcast

    This is the epitome of what a watch podcast should be. James and Jason talk about watches, but they talk about so much more. Watches are a conduit to discuss life, leisure, adventure, subcultures, and more. These guys could go a whole hour episode and talk about watches for 5 minutes of it, and yet, it is still great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desert_Dialed
    United States8 months ago
  • Cool podcast

    I heard about TGN in a video I watched on a different channel. Interesting discussion and guests. I liked the one with someone who now works at Citizen.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ChrisC Inc
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Great show

    Jason Heaton was the “watch snob” from Men’s Editor!!?? Mind blown 🤯🤯

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AE2019__
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans note the show's community aspect (Slack, events) as a standout benefit and a reason to keep listening.
Listeners praise the approachable vibe, high production quality, and strong balance between watch lore and lifestyle storytelling.

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#95
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#130
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Grey NATO – 375 – A Chat With Kim Frank (Explorer, Author, & Filmmaker)
Q: How did Kim get started in exploration and filmmaking, and how did writing influence that path?
Kim explains that her curiosity and love for dramatic landscapes led her into exploration writing first; mentorship and collaboration with Don Walsh and Antony Geffen helped pivot her toward film, with the book serving as a foundation and guide for the documentary.
The Grey NATO – 373 – From The Bottom Of The Oceans To Outer Space With Victor Vescovo
Q: How did Omega become tied to your expeditions, and what is the significance of your diving watches?
Omega's long history in professional diving provided a natural fit for reliable timing under extreme conditions; working with Omega and its engineers, we developed and tested pieces that could endure the pressures of ocean depths and space environments, creating a unique provenance for these timepieces.
The Grey NATO – 373 – From The Bottom Of The Oceans To Outer Space With Victor Vescovo
Q: What motivates you to pursue both ocean and space exploration rather than choosing one domain?
I believe in pursuing both because our survival and advancement depend on leveraging all frontiers—oceans, space, and the technologies that connect them—so that we can learn, innovate, and apply discoveries across domains.
The Grey NATO – 373 – From The Bottom Of The Oceans To Outer Space With Victor Vescovo
Q: Can you give a quick elevator speech about how you transitioned from Navy intelligence to exploration and venture investing?
I built a career at the intersection of technology development and high-risk exploration, starting with high-altitude climbing and then deep-diving with a purpose-built submersible, which opened doors to private equity and later space ventures; I focus on turning extreme capabilities into practical, scalable technologies and investments.
The Grey NATO – 371 – The Final 2025 Slack Crew & A (Part 10)
Q: Is your watch a representation of who you are, or do you wear whatever fits best that day?
Jason argues that watches reflect personality and mood, evolving from a more overt affectation to a more instinctual, mood-driven choice; James adds that personal style and the activity determine the best match, with watches serving as extensions of identity and daily context.

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A laid-back, gear- and story-driven conversation centered on watches, travel, adventure, and lifestyle. Two hosts share personal experiences—from trips and events to behind-the-scenes moments in the watch world—while inviting insights on brands, manufacturing, and culture through frequent guest appearances and on-location coverage. The show blends deep horology chatter with travel narratives, outdoor activities, and community-driven updates, making it appealing to enthusiasts who relish tangible gear context and lifestyle storytelling. A notable strength is its consistent pairing of approachable banter with expert perspectives from guests and industry insiders, offering both entertainment and practical takeaways for buyers, collectors, and ... more

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