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Welcome to Know Your Stuff, a podcast where we unbox trends in consumer culture, one topic at a time. In this episode, our editors sat down to discuss the key milestones over the past century that helped vault Snoopy the Beagle into the most beloved animated character in watchmaking. To understand the trend, they talk through the surprising history of character watches in general before digging into how the beloved cartoon beagle Snoopy became intertwined with NASA's space program, which in turn spawned some of the most sought-after watches in recent years. Guest(s): Background Reading and Referenced Articles The podcast is produced by our Director of Video and Platforms, Mykim Dang. For more information on Gear Patrol or Know Your Stuff, visit the Gear Patrol Podcast Hub and our about us page. Gear Patrol Privacy Policy

This is Know Your Stuff, a Gear Patrol podcast where we unbox trends in consumer culture, one topic at a time. In today's episode, associate editor Tucker Bowe asks executive editor and beer expert Jack Seemer to discuss a significant trend in the beer world. Along the way, they touch on the differences between East Coast and West Coast IPAs, explore the rise of hazy IPAs and discuss where the trend could be headed next. Guest(s): Background Reading and Referenced Articles This Used to Be America’s Top Beer Style. What Happened?The Complete Beer Guide to IPAs: From Hazy to West Coast and MoreEast Coast IPA vs West Coast IPA: What’s the Difference?The podcast is produced by our Director of Video and Platforms, Mykim Dang. For more information on Gear Patrol or Know Your Stuff, visit the Gear Patrol Podcast Hub and our about us page. Gear Patrol Privacy Policy

We’re excited to announce that the Gear Patrol Podcast is relaunching with a new miniseries called Know Your Stuff. Join our Editorial Staff as we decode the latest in product trends, one topic at a time. As a reader and supporter of Gear Patrol, we’d be thrilled if you could take a moment to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts) and be the first to listen when we launch. Lastly, we want to hear from you! Share your thoughts, questions, or gear recommendations using the hashtag #GearPatrolPodcast on social media. Your input could even help us shape future episodes. Thank you for being a part of our community. We couldn’t be more excited to bring you deeper into the world of product journalism and culture through this new format.

Mykim Dang, Director of Video and Platforms at Gear Patrol reads Executive Editor Jack Seemer's coverage on the return of Filson's iconic Duffle Backpack Hybrid.

Caitlyn Shaw, Gear Patrol's Director of Growth Strategy reads former Gear Patrol Associate Staff Writer Tyler Chin's piece exploring backstory behind the feature at the bottom of every wine bottle.

Associate Editor Johnny Brayson tells us what we need to know about the four-season capsule which assembles in under five minutes, can sleep four, and fits into a backpack.

Listen in as Tech Staff Writer Tucker Bowe shares how you can probably save big on your next Sonos purchase — including the Ace headphones.

Executive Editor Jack Seemer tells us about the new Hoka Anacapa 2 Freedom and its innovative features like the heel counter, rendering the shoe similar to a slip-on that goes on and off in seconds.

Watch out, Rolex, the Aqua Terra is now more versatile than ever.

Gear Patrol Founder Eric Yang was on site for the LA reveal of the Octa, Land Rover's fastest, most powerful Defender ever. But if you ask its creator, Jamal Hameedi, the impressive off-roader portends so much more.

Associate Tech Editor Tucker Bowe tells us about why the power amplifier is an endangered hi-fi component.

Associate Editor Johnny Brayson tells us all about Panerai's newest dive watch.

Tech Editor Tucker Bowe shares what you need to know about all the major updates for messaging in iOS 18.

Associate Editor Johnny Brayson gives us the Crown's update on its big expansion plans.

Executive Editor Jack Seemer shares why if coffee lovers don't already own an AeroPress for brewing coffee on the road, the company's latest release may finally sway them.

Associate Editor Johnny Brayson shares the details behind Bellroy’s new travel backpack with an ingenious feature perfect for airports.

Tech Editor Tucker Bowe spent over a week testing the Sonos Ace headphones. They’re excellent but also full of surprises he didn’t expect.

Associate Editor Johnny Brayson shares his thoughts on the Locomotive which was designed by the legendary Gérald Genta himself.

Executive Editor Jack Seemer shares the inside track on Levi's 9Rivet Jeans.

Associate Editor Johnny Brayson shares the details behind Jim Beam's oldest whiskey ever bottled.