Latest Jeweler Podcast Episodes
Guest: Andrew Rickard
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - June 29, 2024 18:20 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this 64th episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, Andrew Rickard from RDI Diamonds, a large diamond and jewelry wholesaler in Upstate New York, joins the show. The episode begins with Paul and Andrew talking about Oak Hill Country Club of which Andrew is a member. Next, the tw...
Guest: Anthony Tsang Returns
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - June 04, 2024 11:47 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, Anthony Tsang, CEO of The Future Rocks, returns. The conversation begins with Anthony giving an update on the company and the two discuss Chinese consumers’ acceptance of lab-grown diamonds. Paul and Anthony then discuss the backgro...
Amish Shah (4th Appearance)
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - May 16, 2024 18:30 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this 62nd episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, good friend of the show Amish Shah returns. The conversation begins with Paul and Amish analyzing the current “tornado” of factors impacting the global diamond industry: supply hangover, Russian sanctions, LGDs and a possible s...
S5-12: Tech Team Tuesday with Special Guest Ronda Coryell
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - May 16, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutesRonda Coryell, a Jewelers of America Certified Master Bench Jeweler and one of the world's most well-regarded experts on the use of Argentium® Silver, joins Shane Hendren on Tech Team Tuesday. Listen as Ronda shares her expertise on Argentium® Silver and answers viewers' questions. Be sure...
S5-11: Tech Team Tuesday with Shane Hendren and Fiona Morrison
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - May 09, 2024 10:00 - 49 minutesRio Grande Jewelry Tech Team member, Shane Hendren, and Fiona Morrison of Rio's sales team talk shop and answer your jewelry-making questions. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3u2Bnwf-959Wako0Dk93TA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riogrande/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/j...
Guest: Rob Bates (7th Appearance)
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - May 01, 2024 16:53 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMystery novelist and JCK News Director Rob Bates returns to the show for a seventh time. The show begins with Paul analyzing whether the current diamond market softness is more cyclical or secular in nature. Next, Paul and Rob talk about how the retail segment of the trade is currently viewing l...
S5-10: Tech Team Tuesday with Shane Hendren & John Sartin
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - May 01, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutesRio Grande Jewelry Tech Team members Shane Hendren and John Sartin talk shop and answer your jewelry-making questions. Join us every Tuesday at 11 am MT for Tech Team Tuesdays on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3u2Bnwf-959Wako0Dk93TA Instagram: htt...
S5-09: Tech Team Tuesday with Shane Hendren & Mark Nelson
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - April 25, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutesRio’s Education Coordinator, Mark Nelson, joins Rio Tech Team member Shane Hendren to talk shop and answer your jewelry-making questions. In this episode, Mark shares the incredible story of Jacob Morgan's journey to Bhutan to teach stamp-making and stamping to students of the Bhutan School of...
S5-08: Tech Team Tuesday with Shane Hendren & Gregg Burgard
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - April 20, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutesRio Grande Jewelry Tech Team members Shane Hendren and Gregg Burgard talk shop and answer your jewelry-making questions. Join us every Tuesday at 11 am MT for Tech Team Tuesdays on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3u2Bnwf-959Wako0Dk93TA Instagram: ht...
S5-07: Etched in Passion
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - April 16, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutesAlicia Goodwin joins co-hosts Paulene Everett and Scott Bradford on this For the Love of Jewelers episode. She is the owner and creative force behind her business—Lingua Nigra. Alicia’s vibrant energy is contagious as they discuss her intense passion for raw, sculptural design and the influence ...
Guest: David Kellie Returns, Again
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - April 13, 2024 13:32 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsDavid Kellie, the CEO of the Natural Diamond Council (NDC), returns to the show for a third time. The conversation begins with David discussing the NDC’s recent marketing shoot in Canada’s Northwest Territories with actress Lily James. David then shares his cold-water plunge experience in minus ...
S5-06: Tech Team Tuesday with Shane Hendren & Scott Bradford
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - April 05, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutesRio Grande Jewelry Tech Team members Shane Hendren and Scott Bradford talk shop and answer jewelry-making questions from viewers on the latest episode of Tech Team Tuesday. Topics include CAD Design, 3D Printers, favorite tools and more. Do you have a question you would like answered? Leave ...
S5-05: Tech Team Tuesday with Shane Hendren and Paulene Everett
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - March 28, 2024 18:00 - 28 minutesRio Grande Tech Team members Shane Hendren and Paulene Everett talk shop and answer jewelry-making questions from viewers on the latest episode of Tech Team Tuesday. Topics include permanent jewelry, arc welding, jewelry education, favorite tools and more. Do you have a question you would lik...
S5-04: Peter Gilroy & Therese Keltner of Bonny Doon Tools
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - March 25, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutesPeter Gilroy, owner of Bonny Doon Tools in Taos, New Mexico, joins Shane Hendren on the latest For the Love of Jewelers Podcast episode. Peter shares how he balances the many hats he wears running a two-person operation at Bonny Doon as well as his passion for creating unique, timeless pieces f...
Guest: Amelia Bourdeau
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - March 19, 2024 19:09 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, economic and financial market strategist Amelia Bourdeau joins the show to discuss an array of macro fundamental factors likely to impact the diamond trade. The conversation begins with Paul and Amelia discussing the Federal Reserve...
S5-03: Tech Team Tuesday with Shane Hendren and Phil Scott
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - March 19, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutesShane Hendren and Phil Scott of the Rio Grande Jewelry Tech Team answer customer questions weekly on Tech Team Tuesday. In this episode, they discuss engraving, stone setting and other questions from our viewers. Be sure to join us live each week at 11 a.m. MT on our YouTube and Facebook profi...
S5-02: Forging the Next Generation
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - March 06, 2024 05:00 - 47 minutesMiddle and high school jewelry programs are booming across America as upcoming generations discover this captivating artform that combines creativity, critical thinking and endless potential! This episode of For the Love of Jewelers welcomes Bryan Petersen of Bozeman High and Stacie Smith of Gal...
S5-01: Ben Claus: Divine Feminine Rising
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - February 05, 2024 05:00 - 47 minutesKicking off season five, our For the Love of Jewelers Podcast co-hosts, Paulene Everett and Shane Hendren, chat with the 2023 Fall Design Challenge Winner, Benjamin Claus. Tune in as they discuss the concept and inspiration behind his prizewinning design, Divine Feminine Rising. They discuss his...
Guest: Mel Moss Returns, Again
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - December 07, 2023 15:30 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, Canadian polished diamond wholesaler Mel Moss returns. Paul and Mel begin by discussing whether the current market downturn is more cyclical or secular in nature. The two then talk about the latest developments in man-made diamonds...
S4–08: Boline Strand, Wearable Sculptures & the Symbolism of Seeds
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - November 21, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutesBoline Strand, artisan and winner of the For the Love of Jewelers Summer Earring Challenge, draws creative inspiration from the minimalist traditions of Denmark while exploring themes of growth and transformation in sculptural jewelry design. With a background in painting and mosaic work, she ex...
Guest: Guy Borenstein
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - November 14, 2023 19:48 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, world-renowned gemologist Guy Borenstein joins the show. The episode kicks off with Paul and Guy talking about how many undisclosed lab-diamonds are making their way through the natural diamond supply chain. The conversation then tr...
S4–07: Bella Neyman & JB Jones, The Co–Founders of NYC Jewelry Week
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - October 30, 2023 18:00 - 59 minutesMeet the co-founders of New York City Jewelry Week, Bella Neyman and JB Jones. With a Master of Arts in History of Design and Curatorial Studies, Bella is an established historian, independent curator and journalist specializing in contemporary jewelry and currently serves as the mastermind of p...
Guest: Amish Shah Returns, Again
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - October 29, 2023 15:21 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, Amish Shah of ALTR Created Diamonds and J’evar returns to the show. The conversation begins with Amish explaining how he is marketing and distributing his new lab-diamond jewelry brand. Next, Paul and Amish discuss U.S. jewelers’ re...
S4-06: Peter Gilroy, Choose Adventure
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - September 22, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutesPeter Gilroy is an industry innovator and artisan forged by his passion for rock climbing and self-inspired mantra, “Choose adventure.” After working during summers for his uncle, master goldsmith Phil Poirier, and internalizing years of jewelry-making knowledge, Peter now owns Bonny Doon Hydrau...
Guest: Rob Bates (6th Appearance)
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - September 21, 2023 19:47 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsPaul welcomes Rob Bates back to the show to discuss the release of his third book in the Diamond District Mystery Series, "Slay it With a Diamond." The conversation begins with Paul asking Rob if he gets a “serotonin boost” upon the completion of a book. Next, the two delve into the question of ...
Guest: Hans Merket
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - July 24, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, Hans Merket joins from Antwerp, Belgium. The conversation begins Paul and Hans discussing the Russian mercenary group Wagner and its link to diamond production, notably in the Central African Republic (CAR). The conversation then mo...
S4-05: Nick Noyes, Chasing the Joy
For the Love of Jewelers: A Jewelry Journey Podcast Presented by Rio Grande - July 14, 2023 19:00 - 1 hourJeweler, entrepreneur and influencer Nick Noyes creates one-of-a-kind heirloom jewelry designs, favoring high-karat gold, a stunning spectrum of custom-cut colored gemstones and intricate hand engraving. After years of creating handcrafted wire-wrapped jewelry to sell on the music-festival circu...
Guest: Molefi Letsiki
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - June 30, 2023 11:58 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, De Beers’ Sightholder Molefi Letsiki joins from Johannesburg. The conversation begins with Molefi briefly sharing his story of being a second generation diamantaire in South Africa. Paul and Molefi then discuss the current state of ...
Guest: Branko Deljanin
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - May 23, 2023 16:15 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this more technical episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, globally respected gemologist Branko Deljanin joins the show to discuss the detection of lab-diamonds and the chemical traceability of natural diamonds. The conversation begins with Branko telling the story of the fir...
Guest: Rob Bates (5th Appearance)
Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - May 09, 2023 13:38 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsIn this 51st episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, Rob Bates, a favorite guest of the show, returns. The episode begins with Paul explaining why he is bullish on the Mexican economy. The conversation then moves to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence as Paul and Rob...