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What if the life you’re searching for is hidden inside the things you’ve stopped noticing? Matt Hranek — founder of WM Brown, bestselling author, and storyteller — joins Marc for a conversation about curiosity, craftsmanship, ritual, and the beauty of slowing down in a world addicted to speed. From photography and magazine culture to watches, coffee, saunas, and storytelling, this episode explores how presence and observation can completely reshape the way we experience life. Show Partners: Get your MENTAL FITNESS BLUEPRINT here ! A special thanks to our mental fitness + sweat partner Sip Saunas Personal Socrates : Better Question, Better Life Connect with Marc: https://konect.to/marcchampagne Timestamps: 01:00 — Becoming “the world’s most interested guy” 02:00 — How Matt’s father shaped his eye for observation 03:00 — The first camera that changed everything 04:30 — Studying photography and art history in Europe 06:00 — The energy of 1990s magazine culture 07:30 — Why Matt knew digital photography would change everything 09:00 — Transitioning from photographer to editor and storyteller 10:00 — Why photography permanently changes how you see the world 12:00 — Developing a visual language and creative instinct 13:00 — The tactile beauty missing from modern life 15:00 — Analog rituals in a digital world 17:00 — Why Matt doubled down on print magazines 18:30 — Creating magazines people would never throw away 20:00 — The emotional philosophy behind A Man & His Watch 22:00 — Why every great creative project starts personally 24:00 — Funding the first magazine after a tree crushed his car 27:00 — Building distribution one relationship at a time 29:00 — Why creative critique is essential for growth 31:00 — Matt’s process for creativity and ideation 33:00 — Why enthusiasm matters more than expertise 35:00 — Sleep, coffee rituals, and protecting mental clarity 36:00 — Why Matt sees himself as a “field agent” 38:00 — Curiosity as a mental fitness practice 40:00 — Why inspiration already exists where you live 42:00 — Observation, storytelling, and everyday life 45:00 — The challenge of commercial storytelling 47:00 — Sauna culture, ritual, and slowing down 50:00 — Why rituals force us to become present 52:00 — The deeper ripple effect of slowing down * Special props 👇 Music: Clouds - Joakim Karud 📷 by Peter Millar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Hranek is one of those guys who makes you want to live better immediately. Matt is the founder and editor of William Brown magazine, author of A Man & His Watch, A Man & His Car, Negroni, and Martini, and the world’s most interested guy. Not interesting. Interested. In this episode, we talk about taste, why AI still can’t fake it, the problem with modern fashion, how Ralph Lauren mannequins mess with our heads, why great style should feel lived-in, and what actually makes a good life. Matt also shares stories from his early photography days, building WM Brown, hosting his legendary Florence Negroni party, and why dressing well still matters. This one made me want to buy a ticket, put on a jacket, and pay closer attention. Thanks for listening! -Andrew

This week on the SUPERLATIVE Podcast, host and aBlogtoWatch founder Ariel Adams is joined by multifaceted watch enthusiast and author of "A Man and His Watch”, Matt Hranek. Ariel and Matt dive right into Matt’s diverse career journey from photography, writing, and media, and why the emotional connection to watches is such a significant aspect of the hobby they both love. They discuss the current landscape paved by curators playing a vital role in filtering information and guiding consumer choice, and the importance of engaging storytelling in watch marketing. The two talk about why accessibility in watch pricing is a growing concern in the industry currently, the psychology behind being into retro and modern designs, and why they believe the current era is a golden age for watch collectors with so many options available today. Ariel and Matt share their insights on the influence of celebrity culture on consumer choices, and how the emotional journey of collecting watches often ties back to personal experiences and memories. Tune into this week's Superlative Podcast with Matt Hranek and Ariel Adams, and check out Matt’s weekly Substack linked below to hear more of his thoughts on the watch industry, and so much more. Keep up with Matt: - The WM Brown Weekly Substack - https://wmbrown.substack.com/ - Website - https://wmbrownproject.com/ Check out this week’s sponsor: Marathon Watch - https://www.marathonwatch.com/ SUPERLATIVE IS NOW ON YOUTUBE! To check out Superlative on Youtube as well as other ABTW content: - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch To check out the ABTW Shop where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology: - Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/ To keep updated with everything Superlative and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on: - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/ - Twitter - https://twitter.com/ABLOGTOWATCH - Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/ If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!

Today I welcome Matt Hranek back to the podcast. You’ll know him primarily for his books, A Man and His Watch, A Man and His Car, perhaps you subscribe to his magazine, W M Brown…Chatting with Matt is the epitome of effortless as you’ll soon understand. We jump around, subject to subject, we chat style, travel, his latest book, A Man and His Kitchen, there’s some watch talk, and of course some car conversation as well. I hope you still enjoy it. Links: STANDARD H https://standard-h.com/ @standardh_ Matt Hranek https://www.thewilliambrownproject.com/ @wmbrownproject This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit standardh.substack.com/subscribe

We got a big ol bonus episode this week with everyones favorite Matt Hranek of WM Brown We chat when and not to wear a suit, his new collaboration with Sunspel, figuring out your fits in the sweltering summer, how to wear a BLACK polo, how to pack for a summer trip, and what NOT to do when making a collab. Last but not least, we debate what summer styles will last Check out the Sunspel x WM Brown Polo here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A true renaissance man, Matt Hranek is just THAT guy. His books are on your coffee table, he’s the reason you may love a negroni while holding a tray of your uncooked steaks, he loves a lot of things, and is probably one of the best definitions of what this podcast is all about. From watches, to experiences, his sartorially inclined outfits and friend group, there’s nothing not to dig about this guy. - Matt's Website - https://www.thewilliambrownproject.com/ - Matt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wmbrownproject/?hl=en

Greetings, fellow Bastardo! This week on The Viva Bastardo Show we have Matt Hranek. He is, quite possibly, the *actual* most interesting man in the world and the founder of WM Brown magazine. Phil and Matt cover everything from international travel, where to get the best 5 Euro negroni in Rome, watches that catch their eyes and perhaps most importantly: the Fiat Panda. The Viva Bastardo Show is part of the Hagerty Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the return of Matt Hranek ⁠We all know and love the WM Brown meat pic, the cocktail recipes, and I’ve yet to meet someone who doesn’t have one of his books on their shelf.⁠ ⁠The man, the myth, the legend is back.⁠ ⁠Matt and I discuss his recent cleanse and renewed approach to life, utilizing sub-stack, fly fishing in Cuba with David Coggins, his upcoming book, and all the travel mishaps in between.⁠ WM Brown Substack YOLO Intel Journal ** Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our first guest of season 2 of the How I Suit Up podcast is Matt Hranek, founder and editor of Wm Brown Magazine ( @wmbrownproject ). Matt is a multifaceted individual, having been a published author, editor, part-time photographer, and occasional television host. As you may have guessed, Matt is one stylish guy. A glance at his Instagram page often features him wearing an exceptionally tailored suit, a classic car, a piece of meat, and of course, a negroni. Both his feed and magazine are an aspirational vision board for life; and what I admire most about Matt is how he transports his audience into his well-curated universe. Today on the show I chat with Matt about his earliest interest in clothes, his thoughts on the future of menswear, and why he needs people to stop asking him what to wear.

Author, Traveler & Cocktail Aficionado, Matt Hranek, chats New Cocktail & Cookbook Releases, Stanley Tucci, BBQ & Bird Hunting while Sampling Penelope Bourbon, ASW Resurgens Rye & Sagamore Spirit Rye The Birdies & Bourbon team had a blast chatting with Matt Hranek from Park Slope Brooklyn about his upcoming cocktail and cookbooks. Matt shared some great stories about traveling in the south over the holidays and where to eat BBQ in North Carolina. We also get into bird hunting in S. Georgia. On the show we conduct a blind sampling of Penelope Bourbon, ASW Resurgens Rye and Sagamore Spirit Rye. Be sure to check out Matt Hranek online at https://www.thewilliambrownproject.com/ or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wmbrownproject/?hl=en A Man & His Car can be found at your local bookstore or online at https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B085194HZ9&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_HXQUFbWE1SMJV The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at theneatglass.com or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram ( @birdies_bourbon )

A Man & His Car author, Matt Hranek, chats Kevin Costner, Jay Leno, Snoop Dogg, Negroni's, Dante NYC & more stories from the new book The Birdies & Bourbon team had a blast chatting with Matt Hranek from Park Slope Brooklyn about his latest book A Man & His Car. Matt has some outstanding stories in the book about Jay Leno, Kevin Costner, Snoop Dogg and a great story of procuring his Porsche from his wife's ex-boyfriend. A Man & His Car is the perfect holiday gift. Be sure to check out Matt Hranek online at https://www.thewilliambrownproject.com/ or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wmbrownproject/?hl=en A Man & His Car can be found at your local bookstore or online at https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B085194HZ9&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_HXQUFbWE1SMJV The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at theneatglass.com or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram ( @birdies_bourbon )

Matt Hranek and Yolanda Edwards are what most would call a creative power couple. Throughout their careers, they have worked together and separately for some of the most dynamic and inspiring publications, documenting their travels, food, and homes for digital and print, and solidifying a loyal following that trusts their every move. Each recommendation they put out there—where to go, where to eat, what to drink, what to shop for—and, most important, how to document it, is supported by vibrant images and heartfelt storytelling. Memory keeping and collecting are central to Matt and Yolanda’s perspective. They are gifted editors, prolific content creators, and trusted curators who are generous with their knowledge and always up to share a recommendation or a story to give their suggestions more weight. After leaving Condé Nast Traveler, they each launched independent print magazines, WM Brown and YOLO Journal, while engaging their loyal audience on Instagram and consulting for brands. As we approach the holidays, we catch up with Matt and Yolanda to talk about how they’re celebrating the holidays, even on a smaller scale this year.

Spike and Zuckerman are back on the porch to sportscast this past Sunday's Malibu Kitchen Cars & Coffee, then author Matt Hranek checks in to promote his new book A Man and His Car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan Mail Jeff knows Inc Podcast Hosted by Jeff Lopes - Episode 35 - We bring you from NY State the wonderful and colorful Matt Hranek. Matt is a Explorer, Foodie, Mixologist and Founder / Editor of WM Brown Project Magazine. Matt wanted to bring a higher quality reading experience to print with this seasonal Men's Magazine WM Brown Project . As an Author, Matt produced A Man And His Watch and soon to be released A Man And His Car. Matt's IG Account, is one of our all time favorites, a MUST Follow. Matt Hranek Website: WMBrownProject Instagram: WMBrownProject Facebook: WMBrownProject Connect with Jeff Lopes Website: www.JeffKnowsInc.com Email: info@jeffknowsinc.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeffknowsinc Instagram: www.instagram.com/JeffLopes "Keep Moving Forward" - Jeff Lopes Support the show Thank you for Listening to Canada's Top Entrepreneurial / Entertainment Podcast Website: https://www.JeffKnowsInc.com Email: info@jeffknowsinc.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JeffLopes https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffknowsinc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffknowsinc

Today's episode lets you have it with both barrels, first up we talk about the hottest (and in some corners of the internet, the most controversial) watch release of 2020, the Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Navy Blue. Felix and Andy were both lucky enough to give it a test drive, and its an excellent bit of kit. The real drama though was about the release, and to shed some light on that we got a call-in from Bark & Jack's main man Adrian. The second barrel is the incomparable Matt Hranek, a man's man and man about town who's the author of the very successful 'A Man & His Watch', which profiles watches and their (sometimes famous) wearers. He's about to do it all over again with automobiles in the (unsurprisingly titled) A Man & His Car. On top of that we get the low down on Matt's go-to watches, and go to drinks (hint, it's a Negroni). Chin Chin! Show-note available here . SHOWNOTES: The WM Brown Project - The WM Brown Project on Instagram WM Brown Magazine on Instagram Serica watches A Man & His Watch A Man & His Car pre-order Bark & Jack Instagram Bark & Jack on YouTube Tudor Black Bay 58 Navy Blue How to follow us: Instagram: @ot.podcast Follow us on Facebook Follow @ Felix SCHOLZ + @ Andy Green on Instagram. Submit an application to our quasi-professional watch match making service, by email: otthepodcast@gmail.com If you liked our podcast - please remember to like/share and subscribe.

In this episode of the Dapper Villains Podcast dana and Jai have a chat with the founder of WM Brown Project and WM Brown Magazine, Matt Hranek. Matt is a former men's style editor at Condé Nast Traveler, a lover of life and connoisseur of the cocktail that flows through the blood of the menswear world, the Negroni. Matt discusses his deep-seeded love of menswear, the romance of print journalism and why he went all in on a print magazine went the industry is in a steep decline. As a bonus, Jai and Matt are close friends and in this episode recount how they first met when Jai crashed the WM Brown launch party at Pitti Uomo and became fast friends with Matt in the process. You can find the WM Brown Project and magazine online here: https://www.thewilliambrownproject.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wmbrownproject/ https://www.instagram.com/wmbrownmagazine/ Follow Dapper Villains ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to the Dapper Villains YouTube Channel for even more content - https://bit.ly/DapperVillains ---------------------------------------------------------- Follow Dapper Villains on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dappervilla... ---------------------------------------------------------- Follow Dapper Villains on Spotify - https://bit.ly/DapperVillainsSpotify ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Dapper Villains on iTunes - https://bit.ly/DapperVillainsApple ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Dapper Villains on Google Play - https://bit.ly/DapperVillainsGoogle ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe on Stitcher - https://bit.ly/DapperVillainsStiticher ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Dapper Villains on Podbean - https://bit.ly/DapperVillainsPodbean ---------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Dapper Villains on TuneIn - https://bit.ly/DapperVillainsTuneIn --------------------------------------------------------

We sat down with Erik Mannby of Plaza Uomo and Matt Hranek of WM Brown to discuss the current state of print publishing and the future of fashion and lifestyle magazines. Grab a drink and join us for the Happy Hour! The post Styleforum Has a Drink With the Press appeared first on The Styleforum Journal .

We find comfort in cooking, creating, and enjoying vintage mechanical things. Show Notes (5:00) Baselworld Cancels 2021 Show (6:00) Royal Oak Jumbo Extra-Thin With Diamond Indexes (11:07) Three Supercomplicated Cartier Watches From The Fine Watchmaking Collection (14:20) The Rotonde de Cartier Astrocalendaire (17:45) The De Bethune DB28XP (22:52) The Urwerk UR-100 In Yellow Gold (24:50) The Breguet Reine De Naples 8918 In Grand Feu Enamel (29:30) The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic Black Sandblast-Polished Ceramic (29:40) The Zenith Chronomaster Revival 'Shadow' (35:24) 1970s Zenith Chronograph In PVD-Coated Steel (41:00) The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept, The World's Thinnest Mechanical Watch (45:20) WM Brown Project (51:40) @wmbrownproject (1:01:04) William Brown, Issue No.4 (1:06:05) Matt's Heuer Pasadena (1:16:30) A Man And His Watch (1:22:40) The Serica W.W.W. William Brown Edition

My guests this week are husband and wife duo, Matt Hranek ( WM Brown Project ) and Yolanda Edwards ( Yolo Journal ). Matt and Yolanda share how to launch successful print magazines by building community, paying for the first issue with the insurance money from a totaled land rover, and why they love telling stories together. NOTES (01:36) Conde Nast Traveler (01:58) A Man and His Watch by Matt Hranek (02:18) Pilar Guzmán (04:38) Cartier (08:14) Martha Stewart // Cookie Magazine (34:55) Harry’s New York Bar (35:23) The Rake (37:45) The Armory // Drake’s // J. Mueser (38:33) Wieden + Kennedy (43:24) WM Brown Project and Yolo Journal (Instagrams) (50:05) Ralph Lauren ** This episode is sponsored by The POLO APP from Ralph Lauren -- Download to get the best of POLO in the palm of your hand. ** Want even more Blamo? Join the BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, our guest needs no introduction. Matt Hranek is the founder of the William Brown Project, editor of WM Brown magazine , a creative director, photographer, author of A Man & His Watch and a self-confessed ‘street hustler’, to boot. In other words, he’s about as busy a figure in indie menswear as it gets. Aleks caught up with him a few weeks ago at Pitti Uomo, to talk about his early career in photography, his move from mainstream media to independent publishing, and to contemplate the power of being niche. We hope you enjoy the episode, please do review us if so and give us a follow on Instagram @handcutradio . *** HandCut Radio is proud to be sponsored by Thomas Mason , an historic mill that’s been supplying famous designers, shirtmakers and tailors with world class shirting fabrics since 1796. *** Show Notes: Matt Hranek | Instagram [03:52] Yolanda Edwards [05:46] St JOHN Restaurant [14:52] Condé Nast Traveler [15:07] Guess Jeans [15:22] ELLE Magazine [20:36] Gourmet Magazine [20:37] Hooks & Bullets Magazine [22:48] New Yorker Magazine [22:49] The Economist Magazine [24:38] A Man & His Watch Book [25:44] Rolex Datejust [25:46] James Bond Rolex Submariner [25:56] Omega Speedmaster [28:44] Levis 501 [28:53] Grenfell, England [28:59] Drake’s [35:29] Thom Browne [36:48] Dunhill [38:25] Horst P. Horst --- HandCut Radio is produced by Birch , a London based creative agency. Our theme music is by Joe Boyd .

Lots of watches, lots of laughter, and even a bit of controversy. Show Notes (3:00) Odell Beckham Jr. And Daniel Wellington Might Have Just Played Us All (4:15) Odell Beckham Jr. Rocking A Richard Mille RM 11-03 McLaren At Cleveland Browns Training Camp (5:37) Paul Newman's Rolex Daytona, The Most Expensive Wristwatch Ever (15:00) How Daniel Wellington Made a $200 Million Business Out of Cheap Watches (20:30) RM 27-03 Tourbillon (22:15) RM 67-02 (22:30) HODINKEE Radio With Mark Cho (23:00) Suit Supply (25:39) HODINKEE Radio With Scott Schuman (33:00) HODINKEE Radio With Matt Hranek (44:00) The Grand Seiko U.S.-Market 'Seasons' Collection (50:00) Nish's Vostok Amphibian (52:17) Nish's Swatch (1:05:00) Nick Fouquet (1:12:56) Cecconi's

Matt Hranek’s bio is a lengthy one. To unfairly condense it, I could simply say he’s a photographer, author, producer, and recently launched the magazine, WM Brown. He’s somewhat of an epicurean polymath, cigar lover, wine enthusiast and arbiter of the timeless Barbour jacket. The list could certainly go on, but I’d really rather let him tell it. We talk about coffee, travel, and everything from 1960’s Volkswagen beetles to modern day Land Rovers. It was really a thrill to sit down to chat with Matt - someone many may consider to be larger than life. He’s always on the go, and he’s undeniably become one of the most influential lifestyle figures in today’s society, as we further ourselves into a digital age while still appreciating the past. This discussion felt like 15 minutes, so I think you’ll dig it. Web Links: WM Brown Magazine A Man & His Watch YOLO Journal Leica Hasselblad The Rake Sid Mashburn Jake Mueser (J.Mueser) Stephen Lewis (photographer) Baccarat Fox Brothers (Negroni Tweed) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit standardh.substack.com/subscribe

The man of international media mystery talks about mixing Negronis, juxtaposing high and low, and why print is far from dead. Show Notes (1:30) Matt's custom Negronis (3:45) @wmbrownproject (13:20) The Wm Brown Project (14:30) Project Gravlax (14:44) Kill Zone Granola (14:50) Game Bird Pie (17:50) @daonewyork (23:18) B Shop-In-Shop at Bergdorf Goodman (25:41) The Fashion And Watches Of Concorso D'Eleganza 2018 (29:45) Vesper Lynd & James Bond at Lake Como (32:30) A Man And His Watch (37:30) Talking Watches With Mario Andretti (43:09) Chanel Guillotine (57:00) Where to pick up The WM Brown Magazine (1:00:09) Breaking Away - Trailer (1:02:00) Torchy's Tacos (1:07:09) Navitimer 8 B01 Chronograph 43 (1:17:00) True Detective (season 3) (1:19:05) An Inhabitant Of Carcosa

Matt wears many hats; he’s a photographer, a director, an editor, an author, and a contributor to Conde Nast Traveler.