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We talk gemstones- the science, the history, and the fashion of the industry. Hear from gemologists, jewelry designers, and jewelry enthusiasts as they delve deep into a world of color.
This special episode features holiday-centric songs performed by artists such as Joan Baez, Kathy Mattea, Loudon Wainwright III, Bruce Cockburn and many more! Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
This 2016 episode features Iron & Wine, Tift Merritt, Andy Shauf, Todd Burge and Paper Bird. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Up next on our journey exploring gemstones across the US we’ve got Colorado. Not only does Colorado have a state gemstone but it also has a state mineral we haven’t covered yet – rhodochrosite. Pull up a chair as we look into into this double-gemmy episode.00:00:00 Notes00:29:00 Colorado01:10:00 The Charlemagne connection03:52:00 Ranking in most ha…
This 2017 episode features The Mountain Goats, Joe Henry, Nellie McKay and John K. Samson. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
This special episode looks back on some of our favorite performances by artists who have received Grammy Awards or Nominations. Songs included by Alison Krauss (2005), Jason Isbell & 400 Unit (2011), Robert Cray Band (2017), Sonny Landreth (2017), Larry Cordle (2012),Randy Newman (1999), Chris Stapleton (2015), The SteelDrivers (2008), The Maverick…
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This 2019 episode features The Steel Wheels, Kieran Kane and Rayna Gellert, Radney Foster, and Eilen Jewell. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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This 2014 episode features Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn, Kate Miller-Heidke, Janiva Magness, Storyman and Gabriel Kahane. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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This 2011 episode features a set from Booker T. Jones, plus sets from Lake Street Dive, Jill Sobule, The Spring Standards, & Kenny White. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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This 2016 episode features a set from Hayes Carll, plus sets from Darrell Scott, Parker Millsap, Brennen Leigh and Carrie Rodriguez. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Continuing with our series Gems of the US and up next we have California. A state that encompasses a plethora of gemstones we focus dabble about Spodumene, Tourmaline, and of coarse, it’s state gemstone--Benitoite. It's a big state so it is only fair to recognize these two influential gemstones.00:00:00 Calimocho/ Kalimotxo01:58:00 Cookie Monster +…
This 2016 episode features a special stripped down set from Wilco, plus performances by Brooke Waggoner, Au Pair, Shawn Mullins and Joan Shelley. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Host Larry Groce and the Mountain Stage team culled together this episode of songs by some of music's greatest songwriters, performed by various artists over the years on Mountain Stage.We touch on the songs of Bob Dylan, with performances by The Band, Chris Smither, Jimmy LaFave and The Derek Trucks Band.Songs of Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter are…
This 2014 episode features an extended set from Umphrey's McGee, plus performances by Yarn, Cris Jacobs, and Jim Oblon. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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Revisiting an episode from 2013 featuring Billy Bragg, The Flatlanders, Amy Speace, Joe Pug, and Suzzy Roche and Lucy Wainwright Roche. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Working our way down the alphabet which means we’ve got Arizona and Arkansas up next. These two states bring a plethora of gemmy goodness.00:00:00 Deck issues00:58:00 “The United States”02:10:00 Arizona & Arkansas03:02:00 Arizona = Turquoise03:20:00 Rich history in Arizona03:37:00 State neckwear05:15:00 First mined in 200 BC06:06:00 Turquoise legen…
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Looking back to our 30th year for performances from Calexico, Camper Van Beethoven, Bahamas, Bonnie Prince Billy and Piney Gir. Recorded January 27, 2013 in Charleston, WV.Support provided by Digital Relativity.https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Revisiting an episode from 2012 featuring Rich Robinson of The Black Crowes, Cowboy Junkies, Anais Mitchell and Paul Kelly. Support provided by Digital Relativity.By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Turning an ear to songs about the experiences of people of color, Native Americans, immigrants, the LGBTQ community, women, and those living on the economic edge. Hear songs from Pops Staples, Mavis Staples, Arlo Guthrie, Drive-By Truckers, Rhiannon Giddens and more. Support provided by Digital Relativity.https://digitalrelativity.com/…
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Revisiting an episode from 2010 featuring performances by Jakob Dylan & Three Legs, The Tallest Man On Earth, April Smith & the Great Picture Show, The Watson Twins, and Clare & The Reasons. Support provided by Digital Relativity. https://digitalrelativity.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
With so many people unable to travel beyond the US border and taking more local road trips we figured now was the perfect time to explore each state’s gemstone. To start things off we’re talking about Alabama and Alaska.00:00:00 Who’s starting?01:01:00 Alabama and Alaska . . . cue the states song03:17:00 Alabama – Blue Star Quarts03:26:00 Thought i…
We’ve covered gold, silver, and platinum. But how do all of these different metals work within the components of jewelry design? We take you through each step of the process from molding to polish and talk about how these metals vary within each step of the process. To ensure we don’t overlook any details we brought in our production manager, Paul …
What is denser than a diamond and is extremely ductile? PLATINUM. Once tossed away to be believed un-ripened silver that noble metal has become a popular choice in jewelry design. Learn about its discovery and its out of this world origins. 00:00:00 Dubba-dub-dub-dub00:14:00 The game plan with the podcast03:50:00 Garden Woes05:54:00 So Platinum. . …
This episode of Mountain Stage looks back at some favorite performances from artists including Todd Snider, Shovels & Rope, The Wood Brothers, Alsarah & the Nubatones, Marcus King Band and more. All these shows were recorded in collaboration with FestivALL Charleston.By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Moonbeams and ocean reflections are just a few ways to describe the beauty of Moonstone. This week we explore the world of this translucent yet, opulent gemstone.00:00:00 That’s an “I”00:44:00 Moonstone02:50:00 Why is it called moonstone?03:43:50 The phenomenon, adularescence04:31:00 What is moonstone?06:36:00 Where does the name/word adularescence…
This encore episode was recorded on June 28, 2015. Performances by Chris Stapleton, Joan Osborne, Rock My Soul: The Fairfield Four & The McCrary Sisters, and Joe Ely.By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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This encore episode was recorded March 23, 2014. Performances by Robert Cray Band, Dumpstaphunk, John Hammond and the Blind Boys of Alabama.By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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This encore episode was recorded in 2011 with Dawes, James McMurtry, Jason Isbell & 400 Unit, Matthew Sweet and Blitzen Trapper.Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
This encore episode was recorded on August 21, 2011 in Bristol, TN/VA. Performers include Vince Gill, Red Molly, David Mayfield Parade, Jim Lauderdale, John LillySupport is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
We’ve been away for 6 weeks and we’re all excited to be back at the office! Take a seat as we recap about our quarantine experience and explore the ancient world of Lapis Lazuli. Being one of the oldest gemstones mined, it has an extensive involvement with history and folklore that will lure you in.00:00:00 Has it really been 6 weeks?00:29:00 The C…
This encore episode was recorded in December, 2010 and features performances by Cake, Hayes Carll, Old 97's, Hot Club of Cowtown. Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
This encore episode was recorded in February 2010 and features performances by Ani DiFranco, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Chuck Prophet, Erin McKeown and Andy McKee.Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Some of Larry's favorite performances from three decades ago. Includes Richard Thompson, Loudon Wainwright III, Sylvia Tyson, Laura Nyro, Leon Redbone, Allen Toussaint, The Holmes Brothers and Ray Wylie Hubbard. Look for the playlist in our ''Podcast'' section at MountainStage.org. Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventureso…
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Live performances from Railroad Earth, Jake Shimabukuro, Joe Pug, The Mastersons, and Emily Scott RobinsonRecorded Feb. 24, 2020 in Charleston, WV. Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Guest host Kathy Mattea welcomes Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, Peter Mulvey, Dom Flemons, Christopher Paul Stelling and The Small Glories. Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Hello podcast listeners! Were dropping this special episode a little early because were finding a lot of hope and comfort in these songs, and we wanted to say thanks for listening. We also want you to know we are looking for your help scheduling our upcoming radio broadcasts. Since we cant make any fresh new shows for the time being, were going to …
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Performances by Keller & The Keels, Town Mountain, Fruition, The End of America and Diana DeMuth. Recorded February 9, 2020Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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Glen Phillips, Nellie McKay, Chris Barron, Hot Club of Cowtown, Jonathan Something, recorded Jan. 19, 2020 in Morgantown, WV. Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
This week we're getting back to our roots and talking about a gemstone—chrysoprase. Its golden-green tone has a rich presence in history and folklore. We also explore its healing properties and its ability to be a beacon of courage through a time of change.00:00:00 Social distancing00:55:00 2020 has already had it's high and lows06:38:00 What gemst…
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Our 36th Anniversary with Tyler Childers, Johnny Staats & the Delivery Boys, Mary Gauthier, Miss Tess & The Talkbacks, Bil Lepp. Recorded in Charleston, WV on December 1, 2019.Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
One of our goals with the podcast this year is to focus on career paths. Up next, is an interview providing another perspective in opportunities within the jewelry industry--journalism. We sit down with Brecken Branstrator, with National Jeweler, to learn a little more about her role as an editor and of course, talk about the name “Brecken.”00:00:0…
In honor of #womensinternationalday and #womenshistorymonth we sit down with Jennifer Markas to learn more about Women’s Jeweler Association (WJA). We dive into WJA’s history, its mission and get to know Jennifer up close and personal.00:00:00 Are we ready?00:16:00 We’re going to Disneyland00:57:00 Introduction to Jennifer Markas of WJA01:58:00 Whe…
We’re back with another interview from Tucson at the JCK show and continue to delve into the world of career paths within the jewelry world. Behind every brand is a marketing team that helps bring life to its story. We sit down with Ben Smittee, of The Smithee Group, to get to know a little more about him and his passion supporting the future of th…
We regularly get asked, “What can I do with a GG? How do I obtain a GG?” We went straight to the source and sat down with Kimberly Overlin, the Dean of Students from GIA. We discuss the nuts and bolts about GIA (Gemological Institute of America), what it offers to students and review career paths that one can obtain.(Recording took place on the sho…
2020 is in full swing and we thought it would be a good idea to give you an idea of things to look forward to from the podcast.00:00:00 It’s Brecken!00:06:00 Back from Hong Kong05:43:00 What to expect this year07:33:00 Delve into the world of less known/obscure gemstones08:32:00 Speaking of Tucson . . .…
We’ve been busy bees getting ready for trade show season but don’t worry Gem Junkies we haven’t forgotten about you!! For awhile we’ve teased about putting together an episode about birthstones and it’s finally come into fruition. From it’s early biblical beginning to its influence in the jewelry world we delve into its long history. 00:00:00 Take …
Hello 2020!! For the first podcast of the year we sit down with Craig Danforth from Jewelers Mutual. With all the jewelry received over the holidays we talk about the importance of acquiring a policy for your jewelry, the history of Jewelers Mutual and of course, we get to know Craig up close and personal. 00:00:00 Sea Legs00:42:00 Introducing Crai…
Live performances by San Fermin, Birds of Chicago, Fruit Bats (solo), Cataldo, and Office Culture Recorded 11/24/2019 in Charleston, WV. Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Live performances from Chely Wright, Andrew Combs, The Claudettes, Michaela Anne, and Cave Twins. Recorded 11/3/2019 in Charleston, WV. Support is provided by Adventures on the Gorge. https://adventuresonthegorge.com/By West Virginia Public Broadcasting
If you’ve been wondering who is often laughing in the background when we’re recording a podcast it’s me, Stephanie Major. Hey Gem Junkies, I’m the producer and marketing coordinator at Parle. We thought it might be time to step up to the mic and for you all to get to know a little more about me.00:00:00 Hey, @spencerpratt03:34:00 Happy Birthday Abb…
