Greg Gentile sits down with Jack Forster to discuss an interesting aspect of the watch collecting hobby - "the watch internet". They examine how people wanting to discuss the luxury watch world goes back to Usenet groups which would eventually evolve into internet forums. How brand CEOs, collectors, and watchmakers reacted to the innovation changed dramatically over time until we get to where we are today; a world of social media, WhatsApp groups, and TikTok influencers. They chart the course of this evolution and its personal impact on them, so check out the full interview for all the details!
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