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The weekly podcast where we discuss productivity, experiences, happiness and creativity. Join Omar and Umar for a thought provoking chat on how to be better over your favourite cup of coffee. Along with talking about our own life experiences we focus on difficult topics that are hard to dissect yet…

Omar and Umar


    • Apr 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 181 EPISODES


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    The past and future of lasers with David Bean of Nira Skin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 90:40


    Brew a cup and join Omar and David for a chat! Today you are joining a conversation I have with David Bean of Nira Skin. In this episode we discuss perhaps one of the greatest most accomplished careers in laser technology. We take a deep dive in understanding his background, how he became inspired by laser technology, the challenges of becoming a successful entrepreneur and the future of at home laser devices. 

    The future of skincare with Maximilian Rösner of Meditrade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 98:25


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Maximilian for a chat! Today you are joining a conversation I had with Maximilian. He is the Managing Director of Meditrade and founder of GentleCare. In This episode we discuss Maximilian's rich family background in healthcare, how this has impacted his life's direction, his opinions on the importance of work ethic and the reasons why he has decided to created GentleCare. We go in depth in to why we both believe that less is more, and this culture of using more skincare products may not only be unnecessary but also potentially wasteful and damaging. Check out our ⁠website here⁠! Intro track by Michael Watts Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Do what you love. With Ricky Walters of Salon 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2023 53:09


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Ricky for a chat! Today you are joining a conversation I had with Ricky Walters, founder of Salon 64. He is an entrepreneur and  hairdresser to the celebrities. In This episode we discuss Rickys journey as a young man trying to find his calling and how through persistence and drive has carved a route to him now running a revolutionary hair salon that attracts CEO's, sports people and actors a like. He touches on the importance of doing what you love, the essential aspects of good work ethic and the magic of sales.  Check out our ⁠website here⁠! Intro track by Michael Watts Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The Anti Ageing Journey with Bryan Johnson - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 57:29


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Bryan for a chat! Today you are joining a 2 part conversation I had with Bryan Johnson. He is an entrepreneur, venture capitalist and anti ageing athlete. He is the founder of Braintree venmo, Kernal, OS Fund and Blueprint. In This episode we discuss Bryan's anti ageing journey. He has decided to use his financial means to work with a group of Dr's and scientists to monitor his body and organs to slow down and optimise his ageing, this has lead to the creation of the ultimate anti ageing regime called Blueprint. We discuss why Bryan decided to embark on this journey, how it has affected his life and how data and AI will affect peoples health.  Check out our website here! Intro track by Michael Watts Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    What is cancer and ageing? With Professor Salvador Macip

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 61:10


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Salvador for a chat! In today's episode Salvador tackles the big questions as to what cancer is? What makes it so difficult to treat? Why is slowing ageing down so groundbreaking and what does this mean for the future of the human race.  Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Gastrophysics: The science of eating with Professor Charles Spence

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 98:40


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Charles for a chat! In today's episode Charles talks about why he got in to psychology and in particular what interested him about the effect that certain foods make on humans. We discussed his research in to multi sensory experiences and the fascinating work he has been doing within molecular gastronomy and gastro physics.  Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    What is depression? With Jonathan Sadowsky

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 103:34


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Jonathan for a chat! In today's episode Jonathan talks about his book, Empire Of Depression, what depression is, how it is effecting the world, ways to treat it and how we don't fully understand the true power the human mind. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: Fred Vandermarliere of J Cortes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 93:41


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Fred for a chat! In today's episode Fred talks about the history of J Cortes, the up and downs of dealing with a family business, the mechanics of running a cigar empire, the importance of family values and the pressure legislators are putting on the premium tobacco world. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: Tom Chamberlin of The Rake

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 85:07


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Tom for a chat! In today's episode Tom talks about why he pursued journalism as a career, how he navigated the path of success in that world, the journey he took to find his own style, what The Rake means to the mens fashion industry and the importance of his newest venture, Cigar Keep. Check out our website here! Check out The Rake and Cigar Keep here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Running a luxury tea company with Jameel Lalani of Lalani and Co

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 60:55


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Jameel for a chat! In today's episode Jameel talks about why he started the company, life as an entrepreneur, his motivations to grow the business and his responsibility to the farmers and growers he deals with. Check out our website here! Check out Lalani and Co here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Combatting ideological division with Nathan Bomey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 68:42


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Nathan for a chat! In today's episode Nathan talks about life as a professional journalist and author. We discuss his most recent book, Bridge Builders, and how is an age of polarisation we can start to put our difference aside and start to connect rather than divide. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: Lucia Van Der Post of Financial Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 102:07


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Lucia for a chat! In today's episode Lucia talks about her extraordinary background, her childhood growing up in apartheid South Africa, her views on individuality and personal labels, what it was like as a female journalist 40 years ago and how the world has changed since then. This is one you don't want to miss! Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The reality of being a chef with Andrea Zagatti

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 96:53


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Andreas for a chat! In today's episode Andrea provides us with an insight in to the world of culinary perfection, touching upon his experience at Le Cordon Bleu, the reality of being a line cook, his career as a private chef, and how his love for educating the home cook has influenced his most recent plans to open his own resturant. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    What is Chiropractic? with Craig McLean of Chiro London

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 71:22


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Craig for a chat! In today's episode Craig answers the question, what is Chiropractic, what is a Chiropractor and how can it help your life. As we move towards a more sedentary lifestyle the health of your spine needs to be considered, as an initial skeptic of alternative medicines and therapies I am exploring Chiro! Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Espresso puck prep with Paul Chan of Decent Espresso

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 92:03


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Paul for a chat! In today's episode we talk about a hotly debated topic for coffee geeks, how do you prepare the perfect espresso puck? Paul Chan is the head of coffee at Decent Espresso and has offered to provide some science backed advice on what we can do to make sure our coffee extracts perfectly every time. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Talking Cars: Ford Mach E - A Real Mustang?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 40:44


    In today's episode of Talking Cars we explore the Ford Mach E, a car that has created some controversy. Indeed, we are here to explore the position of car manufacturers in alternative fuels and electrification, but for the Mach E, Ford have made the interesting decision to call it a Mustang. Along with understanding Ford's direction we are here to tell you if the Mach E deserves to wear the prancing pony badge. Check out the Ford Mach E! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser AVX MKE2 Interface: Zoom H8 Cases: Peli Products 1510 Protector Case and 1400 Protector Case

    The cigar Q&A with Jimmy McGhee of Hunters And Frankau

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 107:59


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Jimmy for a chat! In today's episode Jimmy answers your questions about the world of cigars. From questions about cigar storage to buying cigars as an investment, the man himself provides the answers. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The truth behind Kopi Luwak coffee with Justin Tieleman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 52:55


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Justin for a chat! In today's episode we talk about the famous and fabled Kopi Luwak coffee. As of recently Kopi Luwak has been thrusted back in to the spewer of discussion primarily due to eh video created by James Hoffman. I felt intrigued and endeavoured to find a great representative and a reliable source of information for the Kopi Luwak market. We discuss what Kopi Luwak is, the processing involved, the controversy that surrounds it in terms of animal cruelty and what farmers are doing to step away from this stigma. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The science of memory retention with Professor Daniel Oppenheimer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 47:20


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Professor Daniel Oppenheimer for a chat! In today's episode we talk about the science of memory retention. Professor Daniel Oppenheimer walks us through his studies and research in to how to improve your long term and short term memory and whether or or multi tasking is a good thing. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: Zach and Bevin Mehrbach of ZMF Headphones

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 61:52


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Bevin and Zach for a chat! In Today's episode we hear from the co-founders of ZMF headphones, we learn about how Bevin supported Zach's ZMF dream, what its like to run a company with your spouse and of course, we learn about the new and highly anticipated Atrium headphone. Check out our website here! Check out ZMF Headphones here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Talking Cars: Toyota Mirai - Is Hydrogen The Future?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 42:39


    In today's episode of Talking Cars we explore the Toyota Mirai, a vehicle that has truly made me question the direction of alternative fuel technologies and ask the question, is pure electric really the future? Omar breaks down his experience with the Mirai, exactly how a hydrogen fuel cell works and the potential future of seeing hydrogen has a standard energy source. Check out the Toyota Mirai! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser AVX MKE2 Interface: Zoom H8 Cases: Peli Products 1510 Protector Case and 1400 Protector Case

    Conversations With: Kirby Allison

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 89:04


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Kirby for a chat! In today's episode Omar and Kirby light up a cigar, brew come coffee and chat about cigars, mens fashion, the definition of luxury, life before YouTube fame, single batch tea, expensive coffee and much more! Check out our website here! Check out Kirby Allison here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    What's next for The Royal Mint? With Dominic Jones and Sean Millard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 88:07


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Sean and Dom for a chat! In today's episode we talk about the future of The Royal Mint with the Creative Director, Dominic Jones and the Chief Growth Officer, Sean Millard. After accepting the assured redundancy of coins in the next 5-10 years The Royal Mint have gone through a massive pivot try redirecting their efforts to sustainably created precious metal jewellery. Check out our website here! Check out 886 Royal Mint! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Talking Cars: Kia e-Niro - The Budget Behemoth?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 46:41


    In today's episode of Talking Cars we explore the Kia e-Niro, although not as requested as the highly anticipated Kia EV 6 (of which there is an episode coming) the e-Niro was of interest to me as a common criticism of electric cars is the cost. Kia are showing the market that you can have a fairly uncompromising vehicle for a very compelling price. Check out the Kia e-Niro! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser AVX MKE2 Interface: Zoom H8 Cases: Peli Products 1510 Protector Case and 1400 Protector Case

    What happens when a language dies? with Don Kulick

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 85:10


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Don for a chat! In today's episode we talk about Dons' book A Death In a Rainforest, a fascinating piece of literature following is multi decade pursuit to living in Papua New Guinea and following what happens to a society when their language and inevitably their way of life fades away. Check out our website here! Check out A Death In A Rainforest here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Talking Cars: Hyundai Ioniq 5 - The EV King.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 61:29


    In today's episode of Talking Cars we explored the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 and perhaps one of the most requested talking cars episodes! As Omar takes the car for a spin we learn about the feature, innovations and quirks of this vehicle to answer the question, is this the ultimate EV? Check out the Hyundai Ioniq 5 here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser AVX MKE2 Interface: Zoom H8 Cases: Peli Products 1510 Protector Case and 1400 Protector Case

    The Flair 58 with Andrew and Jeff of Flair Espresso

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 112:58


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Andrew and Jeff for a chat! In today's episode we talk about the new release from Flair, the Flair 58. Along with understanding my personal experiences with the machine, Andrew provides some context as to why the machine was created and the challenges they faced. We also explore the history of Flair and what the future of Flair holds! Check out our website here! Check out Flair Espresso here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The reality of plastic waste with Will and Nick of Ocean Bottle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 69:24


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Nick and Will for a chat! In today's episode we talk about the current environmental position the world finds itself in and what needs to happen to protect the future. Will and Nick walk us through their personal stories that have lead to the brilliant company and brand Ocean Bottle, they tell us about the impact it has had and what their goals are for the future. Check out our website here! Check out Ocean Bottle here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Capsule wardrobe part 2: Autumn/Winter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 106:39


    We are a little late for this but as I always like to say, better late then never! In today's episode we continue from our capsule wardrobe part 1 and provide a breakdown of items we believe you should add to your wardrobe to make it more seasonally relevant! The brands mentioned in this episode: Son of a tailor Asket Crown Northampton Sheep Inc Rowing Blazers Saphir 7L Clothing Tangent GC

    What are Non-Alcoholic spirits? With Mark Livings of Lyres

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 90:52


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Mark for a chat! In today's episode Omar and Mark talk about the world of non-alcoholics spirits. Mark breaks down what it's been liking starting and running Lyres, how they make and formulate new alternatives to traditional spirits and the future of the non-alcoholic drinks market. Check out our website here! Check out Lyres here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Building a start-up shoe brand with Sebastian Öhrn of Myrqvist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 69:07


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Sebastian for a chat! In today's episode Omar and Sebastian talk about why Sebastian decided to create Myrqvist and how we went about it. We also define what a 'great' dress shoe is and the specific elements you should look out for! Check out our website here! Check out Myrqvist here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The wonderful world of leather goods with Robert Ettinger of Ettinger London

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 54:54


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Robert for a chat! In today's episode Robert talks about his family business, Ettinger London. In particular he walks us through what it takes from choosing the hide/skin, to tanning, to the crafting of a leather good. He also talks about the history of the brand and how they are having to pivot in a new modern era! Check out our website here! Check out Ettinger London here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Beginners guide for Nicaraguan cigars with Ricardo Carioni of Tor Imports

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 137:50


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Ricardo for a chat! In today's episode Ricardo provides his top 5 cigars that will provide any beginner with an interesting experience of Nicaraguan cigars. We also talk about the accessories that Ricardo believes are must haves and nice to haves. Check out our website here! Cigar Accessories Check out Boveda Check out Vertigo Lighters Check out Les Fines Lames Check out Havana Club Collection Check out Smoking Moses Cutter Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Building a Savile Row tailors with Sean Dixson of Richard James Savile Row

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 67:10


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Sean for a chat! In today's episode Sean Dixson, the co-founder of Richard James Savile Row, talks to us about what it was like starting a tailors on Saville Row, the challenges they had and if they did it today what would they do different. We also discuss the effect the pandemic has had on the formal menswear industry and how RJ have pivoted. Check out our website here! Check out Richard James Savile Row here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    What are New World Cigars? With Ricardo Carioni of Tor Imports

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 107:51


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Ricardo for a chat! In today's episode we continue our cigar education by exploring what countries outside of Cuba have to offer. We talk about Ricardo background growing up in Nicaragua, becoming the deputy ambassador of Nicaragua and now COO of Tor imports. We also explore what a new world cigar is, what makes them different from a cuban, and how they are blended. Check out our website here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Science driven glassware with Adam and Marek of Kruve Inc.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 86:38


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Adam and Marek for a chat! In today's episode we discuss the story of one of the most recognisable glasses in the coffee world right now, the journeys of the founders, and the science drive approach to designing glasses that alter the way you taste your coffee. Check out our website here! Check Kruve Inc. out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: John 'The Wizard' Moulton of Noble Audio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 77:41


    Brew a cup and join Omar and John for a chat! In today's episode John talks about his personal background as an audiologist, how Noble Audio was created and how he got the name The Wizard. Check out our website here! Check Noble Audio out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The oldest English perfumers: The story and process with Edward Bodenham of Floris

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 62:21


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Edward for a chat! In today's episode Omar and Edward talk about the history of Floris, how it was founded and the memories he personally has growing up in and around the fragrance world. Edward also walks us through the formulation process, from ideation to delivery of a fragrance and some of the weird and wonderful ingredients the use to create some of the most iconic and recognisable fragrances we have. Check out our website here! Check Floris out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Creating a coffee icon with Hannah and Sebastian of Not Neutral

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 75:28


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Hannah and Sebastian for a chat! In today's episode Omar, Hannah and Sebastian talk about Not Neutral, the makers of perhaps the most iconic coffee cups in the world. If you have been following our coffee journey you would know that we at The Curiosity Project are huge fans of everything Not Neutral make, their ergonomics, tactility and aesthetics are unmatched. We talk about the journey the designer went to create the Lino and Vero range, the materials they use and projects they are currently working on! Check out our website here! Check Not Neutral out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Who is England's oldest family jeweller? With Henry Deakin of Deakin & Francis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 44:03


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Henry for a chat! In today's episode Omar and Henry talk about the history of Deakin & Francis, the background of Birmingham as a centre of jewellery making, the journey from B2B to B2C and the techniques and products Deakin & Francis use to make their unique creations. Check out our website here! Check Deakin & Francis out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The best sneakers in the world? With Mark of Crown Northampton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 91:59


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Mark for a chat! During our minimalism journey we have sought the best brands for particular items and sneakers have been an extremely important component to a capsule wardrobe. We have always taken the view of absolutely nailing the basics that focus on the details. It has been our privilege to come across Crown Northampton where we are confident to say amongst all the sneakers we. have come across they are the best sneakers hands down. In today's episode Omar and Mark talk about Crown Northampton, who they are, what it takes to make a pair of their sneakers, the focus on material choice and the insane attention to detail on their new Hand Stitch Collection. Check out our website here! Check Crown Northampton out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Unplugged: EP 1 - Cigars, role models and being unreasonable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 105:17


    Welcome to a new series for The Curiosity Project! Join Omar for the "Unplugged" series which involves totally unscripted free flowing conversations with friends of The Curiosity Project. In today's episode Omar sits down for a cigar and a coffee with his friend Tamer. Light up, brew a cup and join us for a chat! Products in the episode Omar's Cigar - Leon Jimenes Prestige Corona Tubed Tamer's Cigar - Davidoff Long Panatella Cutter - Les Fines Lames Le Petite Lighter - Colibri Quasar Astoria Lighter Cigar Rest - Les Fines Lames Cigar Stand Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser AVX MKE2 Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    What cigars to smoke as a beginner? With Jimmy Mcghee of Hunters and Frankau

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 112:00


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Jimmy for a chat! One of the questions we have received is as a beginner or novice what cuban cigars should I consider smoking? Omar and Jimmy have put together a list of recommendations of cigars in different sizes, brands and strengths. We also recommend particular cigar accessories that we have enjoyed using. Jimmy also shares some extraordinary stories of the particular sizes and a short history on some brands! We would love to hear about what you smoke and your cigar journey. Check out our website here! Check Hunters and Frankau out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    The Story Of Davidoff Of London with Edward and Eddie Sahakian

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2021 99:02


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Edward and Eddie for a chat! For our holidays episode we decided what better of an episode to publish than one of the great London, St James stories. Our dear friend Eddie joins Omar once again on the podcast but this time with his iconic father, Edward Sahakian. Listen in as Edward talks of his extraordinary family history and his story of how he got in to the cigar world, a story that started around Christmas 41 years ago. Check Davidoff Of London out here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Tailoring with the best Italian fabrics with Danilo Basile of Clements and Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2021 66:53


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Danilo for a chat! Clements and Church has quickly become one of our favourite menswear brands, known for their attention to detail, modern styling and usage of only the best fabrics in the world. In today's episode we talk to Danilo to learn a little more about Clements and Church, who they are, what makes them unique and to understand what makes certain fabrics extraordinary. Check our Clements and Church here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: Dr Jack Carlson of Rowing Blazers

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 82:04


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Jack for a chat! Rowing Blazers is arguably one of the hottest fashion brands in the world right now, known for their colour, regular new drops and interesting collaborations. Omar and Jack talk about the story of how an Oxford educated archaeologist ends up running a clothing brand worn by some of the biggest stars, why he chooses particular collaborations, unique ad campaigns and many more topics! Check out Rowing Blazers here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: Rachel Peterson of Hacienda La Esmerelda

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 72:25


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Rachel for a chat! For those who tuned in for the episode with Amir Ghel this is the coffee Omar labeled as the best coffee he has ever tried. In todays episode we talk about the story of Hacienda La Esmerelda, coffee competitions, coffee varietals and what it takes grow an award winning coffee bean. Check out Hacienda La Esmerelda here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Responsible gold mining with Dan and Charlie Betts of SMO

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 64:03


    Brew a cup and join Omar Dan and Charlie for a chat! In todays episode we talk about the process of mining, smelting and refining gold, in particular a new process called Single Mine Origin which focuses on responsible mining and fully traceable product. We discuss what good practices are in the mining world, what SMO are doing and the potential impact of SMO. Check out Single Mine Origin here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Buying that special gift for that special day With Gary Ingram of The Diamond Store

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 67:23


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Gary for a chat! In todays episode we talk about the world of fine jewellery and how The Diamond Store is shaking it up! In particular we talk about the process of purchasing an engagement ring, the information about diamonds you need to know, the situation with Lab Diamonds and how The Diamond Store are able to give you quality and price unrivalled anywhere. Check out The Diamond Store here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Adopting sheep and merino knitwear with Edzard and Michael of Sheep Inc

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 90:49


    Brew a cup and join Omar, Edzard and Michael for a chat! In todays episode we talk about the fashion world and how Sheep Inc are amongst a growing group of companies where sustainability, quality and traceability is paramount. We also learn about their fascinating business structure that involves the adoption of a sheep for every purchase. Check out Sheep Inc here! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

    Conversations With: Aaron "The Sig" Sigmond

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 78:14


    Brew a cup and join Omar and Aaron for a chat! In todays episode Omar and Aaron talk about the cigars, fashion and all things fine. Aaron talks about his long and illustrious history as an author and cigar connoisseur. He also provides some interesting information about the history of Cuba, his reservations on the term 'New World Cigars' and many more topics! Equipment we use: Microphones: Sennheiser MK4 and Neumann TLM 103 MT Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Cables: Kenable XLR 4m cables

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