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The Springbar PodcastEpisode 95: Our disconnection from realityThis week, Mike & Joe discuss the apparent controversial topic of whether or not you should buy watches based solely on price, or if you should buy based on emotion and meaning. As it seems, those who think less about price are apparently "disconnected from reality." If you like the back-and-forth arguments between the boys, you'll love this episode. All this and more, Cheers!2025-07-211h 05The Springbar PodcastEpisode 94: How many is too many?This week, Mike & Joe go down the rabbit hole of how many watches is too many watches. Is there even such a thing? You'll just have to listen and decide for yourself. Cheers! 2025-07-071h 04
The Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 14 | Colby SardIn this engaging episode of *The Shift with Mike and Joe*, the hosts welcome local musician Colby Sard for an in-depth conversation about his journey as a full-time musician, his experiences gigging around the Chesapeake Bay area, and his path to sobriety. The episode covers a wide range of topics, from the challenges and perks of performing live music to the realities of staying sober while working in the music scene. Key highlights include: - Colby shares humorous and candid stories about his gigs, including memorable tips and navigating tricky venues like the Chesapeake Bay Bridge commute. - The...2025-07-0600 minThe Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 13 | Steven Dunn🎙 Episode 14 – Steven Dunn | Fishing, Gigging & Figuring It Out
In this episode of The Shift with Mike & Joe, we sit down with local legend Steven Dunn—gigging musician, charter boat captain, and full-time hustler on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. From navigating the waters of the Chesapeake to playing shows across Delmarva, Steve shares what it’s like balancing two unorthodox careers, building a business with his dad, and learning the art of not burning out.
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🎣 Life on the water
🎸 Gig life and self-employment
🧠 Mental health, sleep, and the occasional lo...2025-06-201h 31The Springbar PodcastEpisode 92: Springbar Goes to Vegas!This week, Joe traveled last minute to Fabulous Las Vegas for the new Accutron 314 tuning fork release party and for the Couture 2025 show. He's got some stories to tell! All this and more, on this weeks episode. Cheers!2025-06-091h 17The Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 12 | Joey MitchellIn this episode of The Shift, Mike and Joe sit down with Joey Mitchell, a seasoned upright and electric bass player deeply rooted in the Eastern Shore music scene. Joey shares his journey from touring in England to performing with bands like Swampcandy, Mixed Business, and the Joey Harkum Band. He discusses his unique perspective as a sideman who also excels in booking music venues, offering insights into the dynamics of the music industry from both the stage and behind the scenes. The conversation delves into the challenges and rewards of balancing performance with venue management, highlighting Joey’s mu...2025-06-071h 21The Springbar PodcastEpisode 91: Its a reissued episode!This week, Mike is on location and Joe is still in location. Discussing reissues? A topic discussed once before, but there's a few new things that should be brought to light. All this and more, on this weeks episode. Cheers!2025-05-2752 minThe Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 11 | with Austin Smale of Tiger LilyIn Episode 11 of The Shift, Mike and Joe sit down (again) with Austin Smale, owner of Tiger Lily in Easton, MD, for a second—and even better—round of conversation after technical issues spoiled their first recording. Austin shares his entrepreneurial journey from blending birthday cakes at a senior home to running one of Easton’s most creative restaurant concepts. They dig into the realities of restaurant ownership, from staffing struggles to noise ordinances, and explore everything from tip culture and hiring practices to business coaching and SEO. Austin also opens up about personal growth, the importance of routine (shouto...2025-05-241h 45The Springbar PodcastEpisode 90 part 2: Bulova the lost years, w/ Carl RosenWelcome back to part 2 of our interview with Carl Rosen. Mike is MIA but Joe keeps things rolling. Thanks for listening and we hope you've enjoyed this journey into Bulovas lost history! Cheers!2025-05-161h 13The Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 10 | with J. Coursey WillisIn this episode of The Shift with Mike & Joe, singer-songwriter and local legend J. Coursey Willis joins us for a wide-ranging conversation filled with stories, laughs, and deep dives. We talk about his early musical influences (spoiler: La Bamba and a broom), his journey from NSA employee to full-time creative, and how he balances music, nonprofit work, and entrepreneurship. Josh shares insights into productivity, delegation, building an email list, and staying focused in the chaos of self-employment. We also get into the history of Kent Island, wild stories from the local music scene, and the fine art of saying...2025-05-081h 30The Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 9 | with Rohry Flood of Cult Classic BrewingIn this episode of The Shift with Mike & Joe, the guys welcome special guest Rory Flood—musician, event mastermind, and marketing genius behind Kent Island’s iconic brewery and music venue, Cult Classic. The conversation takes a hilarious and insightful journey through Rory’s background in music, event planning, and the origin story of Hot Tub Limo and his current band Equals B. They dig into Rory’s philosophy on business, the importance of trusting your instincts, and how creative ideas (like Wingo and custom beer collabs) come to life. Mike and Joe also get nostalgic about growing up on the S...2025-05-081h 35The Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 8In episode 8 Mike & Joe go back to the basics, with no guest. They chat about Mike's lobster shirt, the ratio of good looks to talent in terms of success, and Joe puts Mike to sleep talking about technical camera jargon.
2025-05-0839 minThe Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 7 | with Jason Morton of The Chesapeake SonsIn episode 7 another good friend of ours, Jason Morton of the Chesapeake Sons, comes by to talk music, performing, the business side of music, how he got to where he is and what he's learned along the way, and we both congratulate Mike his professionalism during the podcast.
2025-05-081h 35The Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 6 | with Carlos Gautier of Avail VisualsIn Episode 6 Joe's good friend and photography/videography mentor, Carlos Gauteir of Avail Visuals sits down with the fellas for one of his first times being in front of the Camera. Carlos has years of experience behind the camera, so this was somewhat uncharted territory for him. They discuss his background, how he got to where he is now, and where he plans to go in the future.
2025-05-081h 41The Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 5In Episode 5 Mike and Joe's usual antics continue, they discuss Mike's music workshops, their plans for a new YouTube channel, Mike eats a popsicle while Joe rates his hair, they discuss their song choices for set lists, and they discuss Mike's practice of talking to his crowds during gigs.
2025-05-0744 minThe Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 3This is episode 3 (part 2) because during the first attempt at filming this episode, Mike had his microphone turned around backwards. When they finally got it together, Mike calls Joe a narcissist, Joe talks about recovery, and Mike fires questions at Joe relentlessly. Joe also talks about his transition from full time counselor/part time musician and photographer/videographer, to being a full time entrepreneur.
2025-05-0732 minThe Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 2In this Episode Mike drinks egg nog, Joe schools Mike on the Rocky movies, Mike decides to quit adderal, and they discuss musical performance techniques, Mike's hair, business bank accounts, Mike's plan to build a chicken coupe, and much much more.
2025-05-0631 minThe Shift with Mike & JoeEpisode 1In Episode 1 Mike & Joe discuss their businesses, make fun of each other, and review their backgrounds working for the man.
2025-05-0638 minThe Springbar PodcastEpisode 89: Horological faux pasThis week, Mike & Joe discuss some things that really bug them about watches. Do you agree with some of their complaints, or do you think they're totally wrong? You'll just have to decide for yourself. Also, Mike tries to convince Joe that he might actually like wearing a regulator watch. Hmmm... all this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!2025-04-281h 04The Springbar PodcastEpisode 88: Watches & Wonders - The good, the bad & the ugliesThis week, Mike & Joe make their W&W 2025 Picks. Plus, Mike praises Rolex? Find out what he has to say, on this weeks episode. Cheers!2025-04-1457 minThe Springbar PodcastEpisode 87: Age old argument- what is NOS?This week, Mike and Joe tackle the topic of defining the term NOS (New Old Stock) along with Art (That's been an argument between the two for a long time.) Also, is cannibalizing a watch acceptable for repairing another watch? All this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!2025-03-311h 00The Springbar PodcastEpisode 86: Group chats come to lifeThis week, Mike & Joe welcome back Oliver from @watcheswitholiver as they go through some hot button topics pulled directly from their group chat . It's a fun look into what goes on between friends. Cheers! 2025-03-171h 10
The Joe Quills ShowJoe Quills Show Monday 3/3/2025On the Monday Mike & Joe edition of the show: Pete Rose to be pardoned and MLB might be looking to reinstate Pete RoseJimmy Johnson retires from Fox SportsDarius Slay released by EaglesUpdate on Fresno State gambling caseA very painful Stupid 💩 I Saw story The Joe Quills Show is live at twitch.tv/JoeQuills every Monday through Thursday at 9 pm ET!2025-03-061h 52The Springbar PodcastEpisode 85: What the hobby has taught us.This week Mike & Joe are discussing the things they've learned from being part of the watch collecting hobby. What its taught them, if its changed them and if they've grown more because of it. All this plus Joe's recent "oops" purchase. Cheers!2025-03-041h 05The Joe Quills ShowJoe Quills Show 2/17/2025 - Mondays with Mike & JoeOn the Mike & Joe edition of the Monday Joe Quills Show: Joe opened with Rick Derringer’s “Real American” and explained why he opened with Rick Derringer’s “Real American”. He felt that the Boston crowd at Monday afternoon’s Canada/Finland had a chance to respond to Canada booing the American anthem on Saturday night (though I understood why), but Canada also has more pride in their country than any American has in the USA. The NBA All-Star Game was this weekend. Mike didn’t watch but Joe found it interesting in the few moments that there was act...2025-02-181h 46The Springbar PodcastEpisode 84: (A)symmetry & Moon phases.How do these two things go together? Well, they don't But this is what you get when Mike lets Joe pick a topic. Joe really does make some good points though, so you should still listen to this episode. If nothing else, its the same snarky entertainment you've grown to love! Cheers!2025-02-1751 minThe Springbar PodcastEpisode 83: Virtual watch meet - with you, the listenerThis week Mike & Joe want to have a watch meet with our listeners. We tell stories, answer questions and just have a good time with some watch talk at the bar. Cheers!2025-02-0356 minThe Springbar PodcastEpisode 81: The 50 ok-ish watches of all timeHey Everybody! This week, Mike and Joe tackle the Robb Report - "The 50 greatest watches of all time" and argue over why they believe some of those watches even belong on that list. They also have some suggestions on what SHOULD have been on that list. That and Mike gives his thoughts on the Bulova Mil-Ships. All this and more, on this weeks episode. Cheers!2025-01-061h 09