Best Matthew Weldon Podcasts (2024)

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Icons of Jewellery: Elizabeth Taylor 46:02

2d ago46:02

46:02

In this episode we put the spotlight on the Queen of Diamonds herself - and maybe the most talked about person in the history of the podcast - Elizabeth Taylor. Alyce takes an educated guess at Liz's love language as well as the possible origin of this lifelong fixation while Matthew drools over the jewels. We also provide an alternative perspectiv…

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Icons of Jewellery: Napoleon Bonaparte 46:17

17d ago46:17

46:17

In the first episode of the new Icons of Jewellery series, Matthew and Alyce look at the life and legacy of the iconic French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and his immense influence on jewellery. Alyce finds some big clues to Napoleon's attachment style in his love letters to Josephine while Matthew has ample opportunities to display his command of th…

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Ireland’s Ancient Treasures 43:56

1M ago43:56

43:56

Jewellery and history lovers listen up, we’re taking you on a Courtville field trip to one of Ireland’s most fascinating museums. The National Museum of Ireland is filled with 4000 year old treasures and insights into the lives of our ancestors. Matthew and Alyce went to see some of the incredibly preserved jewellery and were absolutely blown away …

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Insider Tips for Antiques Fairs 51:22

1M ago51:22

51:22

One of the best places to find unique and special pieces of jewellery is at antique fairs. At Courtville, they’re one of our absolute favourite things, both to shop and showcase at, and we’ve visited some of the best in the world! They are a haven for antique jewellery lovers and in this episode Matthew and Alyce have got all of the top tips for be…

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Rules-Based Parenting vs Values-Based Parenting 39:21

2M ago39:21

39:21

There is an aspect of parenting we discuss which might not be agreed on by everyone. We believe you have to be willing to let your kids fail. It's time for perfectionism parenting to be replaced by truth. Pull down the facade. Your children don’t exist to be a trophy to make you look good in front of other people. Kids are individuals who will have…

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Expanding Creativity in Your Spouse 28:55

2M ago28:55

28:55

After a few months hiatus, we are back! In this episode we discuss the following: The importance of getting to know your spouse. Who are they, outside of the mayhem of day to day life? How do we tap into their individuality? How do we cultivate being a safe place where our spouse can put real words to their thoughts and dreams? What does it mean to…

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Hollywood's Jewellery Box: Ruby Slippers & Yellow Diamonds 29:42

2M ago29:42

29:42

Jewellery has played a big role in some of our favourite Hollywood movies, with some pieces creating massive cultural influence and connecting with audiences. Matthew and Alyce are taking you to the big screen to look at some of the most iconic pieces and why they have captivated us in classic films. From sparkling ruby slippers to huge diamond nec…

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Pursuit In Paris: Cartier 48:38

3M ago48:38

48:38

Paris is home to one of the most high profile names and design houses associated with fine jewellery in history, the iconic Cartier. This week Matthew and Alyce are taking a deep dive into the world of Cartier with a very special guest. Olivier Bachet is a Cartier expert and author of two books on their incredible work, including his most recent, ‘…

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Pursuit In Paris: French Crown Jewels 46:53

3M ago46:53

46:53

Paris is one of the most amazing cities in the world to visit museums and galleries full of antiques, jewellery and history. One of the most fascinating histories of France is the story of their Crown Jewels. Matthew and Alyce were lucky enough to see some of what’s left of the French Crown Jewels on their recent business trip to Paris. In this epi…

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Pursuit in Paris: The Louvre 46:49

3M ago46:49

46:49

Paris is always a good idea and no antique and jewellery lover's trip to this beautiful city would be complete without visiting the Louvre Gallery. On a recent business trip Matthew and Alyce got to visit some of the most iconic spots in Paris for history, antiques and jewellery. Having walked 20,000 steps around the Louvre, they saw some incredibl…

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Pursuit In Paris: Musée des Arts Décoratifs 29:36

4M ago29:36

29:36

If you are a lover of antique jewellery there are some really special places where you can see the best of the best of antique and vintage pieces, and today we’ve got a recommendation for you. The Gem Pursuit team recently took a business trip to beautiful Paris and while on their travels they visited the Musée des Arts Décoratifs. The museum house…

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Defining Movements: Victorian Period Pt. 3 35:19

4M ago35:19

35:19

As we come to the end of our mysterious and magical pursuit through the Victorian period, we’re looking at an era that collectors are most likely to have pieces from. Today we’re exploring the Aesthetic Era, which was led by radical artists and designers who wanted to break away from the strict norms and traditional morals of the time. Matthew take…

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Defining Movements: Victorian Period Pt. 2 42:59

5M ago42:59

42:59

As we continue on our mysterious and magical pursuit through the Victorian period, we’re taking a look at the mini-eras defined during the reign of Queen Victoria. Today we’re moving on from the Romantic era into the Grand era, which began with the sudden death of Prince Albert and was defined by advancements in technology, travel and ancient inspi…

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Defining Movements: Victorian Period Pt. 1 44:22

5M ago44:22

44:22

One of the most well-known jewellery movements is defined by the reign of Britain’s Queen Victoria. Having sat on the throne for 63 years, the Queen’s personality, life and interests inspired many evolving trends in the world. Over this mini-series, we’ll be taking a closer look at the eras of the Queen’s reign, with this episode focusing on the Ro…

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Art Deco Icon in NYC 32:00

6M ago32:00

32:00

Courtville recently displayed at an incredible antiques fair in the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York and our very own Alyce got to check out an exhibition of one of the most prestigious art deco artists while on her travels. Tamara de Lempicka had a fascinating life, one that has now been made into a broadway musical. Her unique, standout style ha…

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Defining Movements: Suffragettes 40:05

6M ago40:05

40:05

One of the beauties of antique jewellery is that it can serve as a reminder of defining moments or movements in history that led to truly unique pieces. Today, we’re taking a look at the jewellery that was inspired by and created for the suffragette movement in the UK. These political pieces are some of the most collectible antique jewellery you wi…

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Defining Movements: Art Nouveau 44:32

7M ago44:32

44:32

Unlike the fleeting trends of the modern day, antique jewellery comes from times of defined eras and movements that inspired many artists and makers. We’ve covered jewellery eras in a past series but we never got to dive into this incredible movement that shaped art, design, architecture and of course jewellery. Although sometimes considered an acq…

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Royal Regalia: Spectacular Sweden 49:26

7M ago49:26

49:26

We’re back with a very special bonus episode of our Royal Regalia: A History of Splendour series after a listener request for an episode on the crown jewels of Sweden. Sweden’s Kingdom has a history spanning over 1000 years. The protected jewel collection features some of the most impressive parures and tiaras you’ll ever see, including a bejeweled…

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Royal Regalia: Investigating Ireland 45:46

8M ago45:46

45:46

We have come to the end of our special series ‘Royal Regalia: A History of Splendour’ and for our final episode we’re taking a look at some jewels close to home. Although you may not have known this country would have crown jewels, we’ll find out the history that led to their establishment, how they trace back to British royal regalia and the suspi…

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Royal Regalia: Bold Britain 50:21

8M ago50:21

50:21

We’re just over half way through our short series, Royal Regalia: A History Of Splendour, looking at the stories and histories behind some of the world’s most famous crown jewels. Today, we look at a collection shroud in family spats and colonial controversy. The British Royal Family has always been subject to criticism and the history of their jew…

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Royal Regalia: Opulent Iran 42:22

9M ago42:22

42:22

We’re continuing on our magical and mysterious pursuit through the world of royal jewellery and this week, we’re talking about a collection of crown jewels that has been accumulating over many centuries. The Iranian National Jewels stand as one of the world’s most expensive and extensive collections in the world. Matthew and Alyce examine their tum…

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Royal Regalia: Danish Delight 52:53

9M ago52:53

52:53

This season we’re taking a magical and mysterious pursuit through the world of Royal Regalia: A History of Splendour, a topic that has been long-awaited and requested many times from our wonderful listeners. In the first episode of this season we’re taking a look at a country with one of the most magnificent histories and royal jewel collections, D…

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A Royal Gift From the Grave 34:53

10M ago34:53

34:53

For avid jewellery collectors it can sometimes feel like a piece finds its way to you without even having to look for it. That was certainly the case for Victoria Waller, a passionate and knowledgeable collector who received a very unique and special piece just a week after her mother passed away. Victoria shares the incredible story of how her nam…

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Collecting Antique Jewellery | What You Need to Know 40:09

10M ago40:09

40:09

The world of antique jewellery is both magical and mysterious, and Gem Pursuit is always trying to help you develop your own understanding, and your collection! Whether you’re new to antique jewellery, or a collector trying to broaden your knowledge, Matthew and Alyce are bringing you the ultimate book to guide you. John Benjamin’s ‘Starting to Col…

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Gem Trivial Pursuit Christmas Special 21:18

11M ago21:18

21:18

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and as a little gift from Gem Pursuit to you this festive season we’ve got a very special edition of Gem Trivial Pursuit! Matthew and Alyce go head to head to see who is the greatest quizmas master of all and not with some laughs, and questionable knowledge, along the way. Find out what year the Hallmark car…

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Jaw Dropping Christmas Gifts 39:34

11M ago39:34

39:34

‘Tis the season and for our bonus episode of Season Eight Matthew and Alyce take a look at the history of gift giving from the Three Wise Men to Napoleon. Gift giving can be traced back to 40,000 years ago, with figures made of woolly mammoth ivory. From the thoughtful gifts of the three wise men, to one of the biggest rubies ever documented and ev…

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Imagery in Jewellery 45:33

12M ago45:33

45:33

A picture tells a thousand words and long before photography, jewellery was telling the stories of the wearer, memorialising loved ones and even harbouring secrets. Matthew and Alyce take a journey through the history of imagery in jewellery and celebrate a craft that became a dead art thanks to modern technology. People were capturing memories thr…

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Fine Goldwork 50:55

12M ago50:55

50:55

The value of gold has skyrocketed over the last number of decades, which makes it a limited and expensive material to work with. Matthew and Alyce share the unique ways this noble metal was crafted in the past and why many types of goldwork are now considered a dead art. Goldwork traces all the way back to ancient times but in this episode the focu…

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Hairy Scary 44:06

1y ago44:06

44:06

Given the time of year it felt only right to look at some of the what some might call the ‘creepier’ dead arts. Matthew and Alyce take a journey through hair art, teeth jewellery and taxidermy in this shiver-inducing episode. Although they’re not for everyone, we find out how these pieces were important mementos of times passed for people to rememb…

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Enamelling 45:11

1y ago45:11

45:11

In this episode Matthew and Alyce dive into the dying art of enamelling. Although it’s something we might all be able to find on items in our own homes, finding a skilled enameller who can create art to the standard of the past is next to impossible. Enamelling can be found in many forms and today we look back on the 2500 years of the art, hear abo…

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Adventure Is Out There- Our Travel Tips 39:19

1y ago39:19

39:19

This week we are diving into our top tips for traveling. We also share some of our funniest experiences and come to the conclusion that sometimes the worst travel memories end up becoming the best stories. Hopefully this gives you some inspiration on communicating with your spouse and figuring out a way to make your dreams happen! As always, please…

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Bearing Each Other's Burdens 36:55

1y ago36:55

36:55

In this episode, we talk about the importance of bearing each other's burdens. We both share two recent heavy loads we have had to allow the other to help us carry. What is the line between walking our own personal journey, and letting others help us? Amy talks about her struggle with body image and some of the ways Matthew has helped her navigate …

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Lapidary 47:30

1y ago47:30

47:30

Lapidary Some of the unique art forms of jewellery creation are dying out thanks to modern technology and lack of training options Today we’re taking a look at the dying art of lapidary or gemstone cutting. Matthew and Alyce discuss the history of the art and why it has become so difficult to find modern masters of the craft, along with sharing the…

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Celebrating 50 Episodes 23:52

1y ago23:52

23:52

To celebrate over 50 episodes of Gem Pursuit Matthew and Alyce are taking you through a journey of their top five episodes. It was no easy task deciding on our top five but you’ll hear stories of Godly gemstones, the lost city of gold and the brutal standards of one very famous jeweller. We’ll also be looking ahead to Season 8, which will be in you…

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Life and Leadville 1:03:57

1y ago1:03:57

1:03:57

We are so excited to be back from our six-or so-month hiatus and to be sharing our time with you again. This week we share all about what has been happening since our last recording. From almost losing Matthew, to the complete flipside of him running in one of the most difficult ultramarathons in the world... we hope something in this episode speak…

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Onyx 35:03

1y ago35:03

35:03

Onyx has a long and fabled history and although many will (correctly) associate it with the Art Deco era, it was also an important gemstone at many other periods throughout history. We talk about how different cultures have viewed this gem and the way its colouration impacts upon this. We also discuss banding, Tutmania and sugary treatments... View…

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Opal 57:40

1+ y ago57:40

57:40

We celebrate our 50th episode with Matthew's favourite gem, that stone with the incredible, one of a kind play of colour that is Opal. Known as the pride of Australia, it's a gemstone Alyce knows pretty well but she talks about how her initial perception has changed since when she was a kid growing up Down Under. Listen to the end for the triumphan…

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Alexandrite: the Chameleon of Crystals 37:34

1+ y ago37:34

37:34

Renowned for it's remarkable colour-changing properties and 10,000 rarer than diamond, Alexandrite is undoubtedly one of the most extraordinary and sought-after gemstones on earth. Matthew and Alyce give an overview of the short history of the gem, provide some insight into it's fascinating colour change and, as usual, offer a few nuggets of insigh…

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Jade: a Tough Treasure 51:17

1+ y ago51:17

51:17

Jade is a super versatile gem with a rich history and enormous cultural significance all across the world. Matthew explains the difference between toughness and hardness when it comes to gemstones while Alyce shares some more stories from her own cultural heritage and personal jewellery collection. www.courtville.ie A Tape Deck podcast…

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Spinel: the Gemmiest Gem? 46:48

1+ y ago46:48

46:48

Long known as "the Great Imposter" due to the frequency with which it was mistaken for ruby and other more commercial gemstones, Spinel is nonetheless a rare, beautiful and durable gem that is especially prized amongst dealers in the antique jewellery trade. Famous Spinels discussed include the Black Prince's Ruby and the Côte-de-Bretagne in the Fr…

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Peridot 36:20

1+ y ago36:20

36:20

This episode focuses on one of Matthew's favourite gemstones, Peridot. Alyce shares some some fascinating Polynesian peridot mythology and reveals why she'll never ever be able to forget how to identify Peridot! Matthew talks about a stunning piece containing Peridot which has mysteriously disappeared... www.courtville.ie A Tape Deck podcast…

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Topaz 47:57

1+ y ago47:57

47:57

We journey deep into the gemological weeds in this episode to discuss the characteristics of this naturally colourless gemstone. We discover some of the history and lore of Topaz, the reasons why Topaz can vary wildly in value, as well as what to be mindful of when caring for your own Topaz pieces at home. As always, we will also be talking about s…

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Turquoise 35:47

1+ y ago35:47

35:47

Opaque, porous and relatively soft, Turquoise is an incredibly unique - and therefore highly-prized - gemstone and yes, you guessed it, it's all about the colour! www.courtville.ie A Tape Deck PodcastBy Matthew Weldon

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Tourmaline 33:05

1+ y ago33:05

33:05

The latest edition in our Gemstone saga is about one of the rarest and most diverse gemstones in the world - Tourmaline. A gem of many colours, Tourmalines have been misidentified as emeralds, rubies and diamonds down through the centuries. We discuss some of the most famous Tourmalines in history and, as always, discuss the ins and outs of identif…

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Amethyst 34:46

1+ y ago34:46

34:46

The purple gemstone - Amethyst - has long been associated with royalty, aristocracy and clergymen. In this episode we discuss the story behind its glory days as one of the big five "cardinal" gems as well as the reasons why this all changed in the 19th century. We'll also give you all the tips and tricks you need to know about this popular purple g…

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Aquamarine 42:58

1+ y ago42:58

42:58

The Gemstone Series is back with a bang! We return to our roots to discuss the incredible gemstone known as Aquamarine. As always we discuss the history & lore of this beautiful blue stone as well how to identify and value the gem. We also bring you stories of some of the most famous and interesting Aquamarines in history, as well some trade tips f…

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The Power of Trusting Your Spouse (with special guests Demond & Juanita Logan) 1:18:53

1+ y ago1:18:53

1:18:53

This week we had the privilege of speaking with Demond & Juanita Logan. Demond is a mindset development specialist who lives out his motto of: "Change your mind, change your life". They share the struggles and hurdles they have overcome over the last two years and how every obstacle has actually been preparing them for another opportunity. They sha…

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Navigating Social Media with Teens 1:00:10

2y ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Navigating parenting in a social media world is new territory for many of us. No other generation has raised their children amidst the temptations accompanying the distraction and pull of social media. For the first time ever, we are learning on the fly, how to parent children in this generation of cell phones and having anything and everything at …

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Protecting Your Marriage From Infidelity 36:10

2y ago36:10

36:10

This week we dive into a topic which is unfortunately becoming too common: infidelity. None of us are immune to it, so how can we safeguard our marriages from it? We discuss our thought life and how this plays a huge role in the temperature of our marriages. So many simple things lay the foundation of growth and intimacy and protection. Is it possi…

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Blindfolding My Husband and What Transpired 40:50

2y ago40:50

40:50

This week we talk about a recent competition we had. Could Amy get Matt lost within 30 miles of our house? What if she blindfolded him, disoriented him, and dropped him off in the middle of nowhere, somewhere within a 30-mile radius? What if he only had 12 hours to get back home? We share what happened in the first part of this episode. This led to…

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