Best NYC Jewelry Week Podcasts (2024)

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Talking (Political) Shit! 1:25:03

15h ago1:25:03

1:25:03

Join us - JB Jones, Alain Simic, and Amy Elliott - for, well, politics. Listen, we know you come to Rough Cut for a cheap laugh and a bad dick joke, so we don't blame you for skipping this one; we actually encourage it! There is just too much happening in the world and we felt the need to do this... why? We don't even know, but here we are. This ep…

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S5-13:  Fostering Indigenous Growth in Bhutan 55:26

28m ago55:26

55:26

Tune in to the For the Love of Jewelers podcast for a captivating episode featuring Jacob Morgan, an award-winning Navajo silversmith, as he recounts his transformative experience in Bhutan. Jacob joins Michael McRae, founder of the Bhutan School of Metalsmithing Arts, and host Mark Nelson, Rio for Schools Education Coordinator, to discuss this inc…

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But is it Art? feat., Michael Robinson of David Michael Jewels 1:18:25

17h ago1:18:25

1:18:25

Join us, well, just me! - Alain Simic - for a chat with the talented, highly skilled, and, according to some, controversial Michael Robinson of David Michael Jewels! In this episode, we spend some time introducing Michael and his process to the audience during the first 20 minutes of the episode and then find ourselves debating what kinds of jewelr…

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Game of Rocks 45:25

3d ago45:25

45:25

Join us—Amy Elliott and Emili Vesilind—for a chat about gametes, mainly mispronunciations of the word, but also the DC Natural History Museum and its Gem Hall, the Hope Diamond, and red carpet jewelry shenanigans! Follow us @rough_cut_podcast For more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.com For more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyelliottcreative.…

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You Will Like my Sense of Style feat., Christina Caruso 1:03:07

26d ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Join us - Emili Vesilind and Alain Simic - for a chat with the talented, gorgeous, chic, and frankly... genuinely fun and interesting Christina Caruso! Christina, can we be friends? Can we do things together in public? Can we be beautiful together in Cafes and mock others? This is a very useful episode description. Enjoy! German Bold Italic Follow …

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Bad Manners 1:13:57

1M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Slavoj Žižek thinks we are living in the end times; this podcast is proof he's right. Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with no guests, just us, talking shit. You're welcome! Follow us @rough_cut_podcast For more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s For more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comBy Rough Cut

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Walking Into the Ocean Feat., Tanya Dukes 1:12:28

2M ago1:12:28

1:12:28

Join us - Amy Elliott and Alain Simic - for a chat with the talented, brilliant, lovely, and way out of our league, Tanya Dukes! Did I mention she won a Gem Award? That too. Why she sowed up to this dog and pony show is anyone's guess, but we are glad she did! Enjoy! Follow us @rough_cut_podcast For more Tanya: @tanyadukes + www.tanyadukes.com For …

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Beauty Will Save the World! Feat., Katerina Perez 1:00:22

2M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Join us - Emili Vesilind and Alain Simic - for a chat with the one and only Katerina Perez, editor, jewelry influencer extraordinaire, lover of all things sparkly, and hair icon. We talk about Dostoyevsky, of course. Follow us @rough_cut_podcast For more Katerina: Her iconic IG + Her Amazing Site. For more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.…

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S5-07: Etched in Passion 45:27

3M ago45:27

45:27

Alicia 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 of Mesoamerica and other historical jewelry on her wor…

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Meet Me at the Slots 1:19:03

3M ago1:19:03

1:19:03

What happens in Vegas will definitely be re-told for an audience by Alain on Rough Cut! Join us - JB Jones, Alain Simic, Amy Elliott, and Emili Vesilind - for a chat... about I'm not sure exactly what. I do know we said we'd link so many things for you and If JB is feeling generous, they'll appear below. Spoiler alert, she's rarely feeling generous…

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Born and Bred Kitsch feat., Alison Lou 47:09

4M ago47:09

47:09

But is it camp? Susan Sontag may beg to differ. Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with Alison Chemla of Alison Lou. We talk Kitsch, miniatures, and, of course, Emratas's viral divorce rings. Enjoy! Follow us @rough_cut_podcast For more Alison: @alisonlou + www.alisonlou.com For more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s For more Alain: @alainsimic + www…

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Chasing Boys in Clubs Feat., Marie Lichtenberg 1:04:32

4M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

But is it penis envy? A question best left to pappa Freud. Join us - Emili Vesilind and Alain Simic - for a chat with Gem Award Nominated designer Marie Lichtenberg! She's not just talented, funny, charming, beautiful, and self-possessed... she's also on our show. Enjoy! Follow us @rough_cut_podcast For more Marie: @marie.lichtenberg + https://mari…

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S5-04: Peter Gilroy & Therese Keltner of Bonny Doon Tools 36:44

4M ago36:44

36:44

Peter 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 for his customers. Joining Peter on the podcast is machi…

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No... Not This Again. 57:07

5M ago57:07

57:07

What fresh hell is this? Oh, it's just Rough Cut back and bigger than ever! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with our brand new and esteemed Co-Hosts and Co-Producers, Amy Elliott and Emili Vesilind! That's right, we are changing the format with help from these two incredibly talented, respected, and brilliant journalists who probabl…

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  S5-02: Forging the Next Generation 47:18

4M ago47:18

47:18

Middle 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 Gallatin High School—two enthusiastic Rio for Schools ins…

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S5-01: Ben Claus: Divine Feminine Rising 47:15

5M ago47:15

47:15

Kicking 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 path to jewelry making, the joy of connecting to othe…

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S4–08: Boline Strand, Wearable Sculptures & the Symbolism of Seeds 49:22

8M ago49:22

49:22

Boline 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 experiments with form and color through traditional gold…

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S4–07: Bella Neyman & JB Jones, The Co–Founders of NYC Jewelry Week 59:10

9M ago59:10

59:10

Meet 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 programming for NYCJW. JB Jones employs her background …

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S4-06: Peter Gilroy, Choose Adventure 47:12

10M ago47:12

47:12

Peter 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 Hydraulic Presses and Tooling. Additionally, he runs his own…

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Cashing Checks! Feat., Lisette Scott 1:05:28

11M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with the talented and lovely Lisette Scott of Jam + Rico! We talk about how Lisette launched her business, how she manages success, how she plans and scales her growth and how she's taking over the world via mega-stores Target and Claire's... You know, no big deal! Shop Jam+Rico Here! Shop the Claire'…

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Keeping 'Em Honest Feat., Tiffany Stevens 56:28

12M ago56:28

56:28

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with the incredibly sharp, witty, and delightful Tiffany Stevens, ESQ. CEO and General Counsel of Jewelers Vigilance Committee aka JVC! Oh, she is major and has a degree... or several! We talk rules and regulations, Russian diamond sanctions, and how you, as jewelers, need to take time to do the right…

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Geriatric Kitsch Feat., Everett Hoffman 47:59

12M ago47:59

47:59

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with jeweler, artist, object maker, and all-around creative Everett Hoffman. We chat about contemporary jewelry, academia, the art world, and more on this episode of Rough Cut! Follow Everett on IG and see more of his work here! Please support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: p…

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S4-05: Nick Noyes, Chasing the Joy 1:13:15

1y ago1:13:15

1:13:15

Jeweler, 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 circuit, Nick attended the New Approach School for Jewelers…

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Doing the Work! Feat., Nicole Kopelman of Nicole Rose Jewelry 1:01:50

1y ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with Nicole Kopelman of Nicole Rose Jewelry! We talk the Real Housewives who are obsessed with her jewelry, building a successful online business, family business, utilizing social media and, of course, we talk natural and lab grown diamonds yet again. Nicole is a tremendous talent and we are in awe o…

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Hot or Not? Feat., Nicholas Hyatt 1:26:38

1y ago1:26:38

1:26:38

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with Nicholas Hyatt, Editor of the NYC Jewelry Week blog Future Heirloom and Founder of Ping Pong Ring, about everything we think is HOT or NOT! Only wrong opinions are welcome on this one. Please support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.com Follow us @rough_cut_podcast…

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On and Ever Onward Feat., Alyona Kiperman of Nomis 48:12

1y ago48:12

48:12

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with the breathtakingly beautiful and talented Ukrainian-born Alyona Kiperman of Nomis Jewelry. We spend time talking business during wartime, success, and innovation in design, all while enjoying her wickedly dry sense of humor. Listen to this one, kittens; she's the next big thing in jewelry. We enc…

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Here for the Revolution! Feat., Viviana Langhoff 1:07:38

1y ago1:07:38

1:07:38

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with Viviana Langhoff, Jewelry designer, owner of Chicago-based Adornment + Theory, and all-around wonder woman! We talk about representation, the importance of community, and getting on with success. Check out everything Viviana on the gram: @adornmentandtheory + @vivianalanghoffdesigns Please suppor…

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Speaking Legalese Feat., Phillips Nazro 51:31

1y ago51:31

51:31

You better get into it today, kittens, because we are joined by Phillips Nazro of Fixer Advisory, who will guide us as we delve deep into the cool waters of all things legal that you, as designers, NEED to know! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat about copyright law, filing for trademarks, the joys of suing and getting sued and much mo…

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Start Before You're Ready Feat., Malyia McNaughton 1:02:08

1y ago1:02:08

1:02:08

Oh Honey... Oh Honey... You're not ready for the one and only Malyia McNaughton to turn it the way she does on this episode of Rough Cut! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with this goddess! We talk business realness, the state of black designers in the industry and Malyia's incredible ability to seize opportunity in all the right way…

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S4-04: Monica Stephenson, Dedicated to Responsible, Ethical and Fair Practices 57:09

1+ y ago57:09

57:09

In Swahili, moyo means heart. Monica Stephenson, founder of ANZA Gems, founding collaborator of two NGOs—PACT and the Tanzania Women’s Miners Association (TAWOMA) of Moyo Gems—and President of the Board of Ethical Metalsmiths has devoted her career to responsible and fair-mined jewelry practices. A documentary film project in East Africa led her to…

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Teaching the Children Feat., Amy Elliott 59:24

1+ y ago59:24

59:24

Season 2 of Rough Cut is heating up and we are hustling to bring you next level guests! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with JCK Contributing Editor, GEM Award nominee for Media Excellence, and no-nonsense HBIC, Amy Elliott! We talk Diamonds, what young designers need to know and everyones favorite topic, gripes! Learn more about ev…

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Calling on You! Feat., Bella Neyman 56:11

1+ y ago56:11

56:11

We are calling on you, America, and the world, in this episode of Rough Cut! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with NYC Jewelry Week Co-Founder Bella Neyman, all about Jewelry Week, and why you need to be part of it! Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.com Follow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.com…

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S4-03: Sarah Sides, Permanent Entrepreneur 1:09:03

1+ y ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Sarah Sides, CEO and owner of Love Weld and Permanent Jewelry Solutions (PJS) has experienced exponential growth since 2020. Her national Love Weld brand, currently in eight different locations across the United States, anticipates nearly doubling its storefronts by the end of 2023. Its sister-company PJS teaches welding safety and permanent jewelr…

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Sorry We're Late, We Didn't Want to Come. 38:51

1+ y ago38:51

38:51

WE ARE BACK BABY! In this, our first episode of season two of Rough Cut, our hosts - JB Jones and Alain Simic - Talk about the hustle, the struggle and all feels. If you, or someone you know, is struggling with depression call 1-800-662-4357 for free, confidential support. Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.com Follow us on …

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Wet, Wild and Misbegotten - Bonus Content 31:08

1+ y ago31:08

31:08

WE ARE BACK! Not quite, but almost! Just one more week before we return with Season 2, but in the meantime, enjoy these bloopers and outtakes from Season 1! In this episode of Rough Cut, our hosts - JB Jones and Alain Simic - Make fools of themselves by airing their dirty laundry in the form of this reel of cut content. Enjoy! Learn more about ever…

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S4-02: Vikki Tobak, Hip-Hop Historian 53:07

1+ y ago53:07

53:07

Writer, journalist and curator Vikki Tobak is the author of Contact High and Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History. In collaboration with pioneering jewelers, rappers and other industry artists, her work—of provocative essays and poignant photography—documents the creative subculture within hip-hop. “Early jewelers had to understand something about h…

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S4-01: John W. Ford Sr., Running the Show 41:07

1+ y ago41:07

41:07

CEO of the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), John W. Ford, Sr. states, “that if you’re in the sale of colored gems, you need to be associated with ethically-sourced gems.” At the helm of an organization whose members share this mine-to-market mentality, John confidently knows that every AGTA gemstone, “comes with ethics. It comes with disclosu…

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S3-12: Patricia Carruth, Third-Generation Jeweler, Commitment Designer and Storyteller 52:34

1+ y ago52:34

52:34

Patricia “Trish” Carruth is a third-generation jeweler, custom engagement ring specialist and owner of Your Personal Jeweler in Royal Oak, MI. Her exposure to the industry began as a young child in her grandfather’s jewelry pawn shop. There, Trish developed a fascination with engagement and wedding jewelry, and the stories that brought these pieces…

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S3-11: Nellie Barnett, Bridging Connections 54:27

1+ y ago54:27

54:27

Nellie Barnett, corporate communications manager for the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), co-founder and communications chair for the Black in Jewelry Coalition (BIJC) and founder of NellBells Fitness discusses equity in the jewelry industry. In this episode, Nellie sits down with host Courtney Gray to discuss the history of BIJC and its Tog…

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The End... 1:03:25

1+ y ago1:03:25

1:03:25

In this episode of Rough Cut, our hosts - JB Jones and Alain Simic - during the VERY LAST episode of Rough Cut... Season One. We answer your questions and have ourselves a good old-fashioned Kiki. Rough Cut will return for Season Two in March 2023, and we'll drip-drop little bonuses here and there to keep you company while you wait. See you soon, k…

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Oh, No... Not Erika. Feat., Andrew Hatcher 51:17

1+ y ago51:17

51:17

In this episode of Rough Cut, our hosts - JB Jones and Alain Simic - are joined by their Podcast Editor, Andrew Hatcher, who has a very important day job as a financial analyst but finds the time to join this drinking game episode - because who wouldn't? We talk and drink our way into trouble with a convo about the now-infamous Erika Jayne Girardi …

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Rough Cut Live! 1:32:18

1+ y ago1:32:18

1:32:18

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk live from NYC Jewelry Week 2022 Headquarters at Industry City, baby! It's live, it's unedited, and it really bloody ROUGH! Thank you to this episode's sponsor American Fixture. Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.com Follow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + w…

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Green Who? Feat., Emili Vesilind on B Corps 57:34

1+ y ago57:34

57:34

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk about one of the biggest issues facing the planet, climate change, and the companies trying their best to make a positive impact! We are joined by the extraordinary Emili Vesilind, of the Zing Report and writer for publications like JCK Magazine, Vogue Australia, New York Ma…

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Making It Feat., Mike Cooke of Sterling Forever 51:18

1+ y ago51:18

51:18

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - we sat down with Mike Cooke, Owner and founder of Sterling Forever, to talk about his company's meteoric rise, the mistakes he made along the way, and some salient advice for young business owners embarking on the same hulking journey. Follow Sterling Forever, and have a little shop…

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The Collector Feat., Beth Hutchens of Foundrae 1:02:59

1+ y ago1:02:59

1:02:59

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk with the incredible founder and designer of FoundRae, Beth Hutchens! Truly an inspiring creative force, and one of our favorite designers! We talk about collecting, design, building a brand from nothing, and the power of symbols. Follow FoundRae, and have a little shop! www.…

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With Eyes on Tomorrow Feat., Anna Bario 57:21

1+ y ago57:21

57:21

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk about building a business from nothing, sustainability, social justice, and Austrian art movements. Yes, that's what happens when you have a guest as dynamic as Anna Bario of Bario Neal! Do not miss out on this one kitty cats! Follow Bario Neal, and have a little shop! www.b…

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Sapphic Yearning 49:02

1+ y ago49:02

49:02

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk about photography trends! Yes, we have the audacity to talk about photographs we enjoy on an audio medium... because that makes sense! You may also be wondering, why is this episode titled "Sapphic Yearning" then? Because someone was offended by our use of the lesbian in the…

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S3-10: Jeanette Caines, The Deep Bench of a Master Goldsmith 1:11:52

2y ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Jeanette Caines, director of Jewelry Arts, Inc. in New York City shares her secret to becoming a renowned master goldsmith. “Once you learn to control the flame (…), that's your universe. You can control anything,” she says. Her bench of knowledge is deep—beyond her well-documented expertise in ancient jewelry-making techniques. Jeanette authored #…

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Systématique Problématique Feat., Chris Oliver 48:46

2y ago48:46

48:46

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - on a rip-roaring rollercoaster ride of an episode during which we are joined by the incredibly thoughtful Chris Oliver, Head of Professional Development at the Goldsmiths' Centre in London. We talk about lesbian cartoons, broken systems, the lack of professionalization, and of cours…

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Glamour Magic Feat., Jennifer Gandia 1:05:41

2y ago1:05:41

1:05:41

In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk to one of our favorite human beings, not just in the business but on the planet, Jennifer Gandia of Greenwich St. Jewelers! We talk about spirituality in the workplace, the power of jewelry as ritual, and of course, glamour magic! Don't miss one of our best episodes yet! Fol…

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