Rough Cut is a podcast for jewelers and small business owners in the business of jewelry. Join us for straight talk, honest advice, business insights, trends you should be aware of, special guests, a touch of humor, and a whole lot of unsolicited opinions about the jewelry industry, everyone, and everything in it. Hosted by jewelry aficionado JB Jones and photographer Alain Simic and esteemed journalists Amy Elliott and Emili Vesilind. Follow Rough Cut on IG: @rough_cut_podcast on TikTok: @r ...
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Starting Over Yet Again feat., Gabriella Harvey
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Join us - Alain Simic, and Amy Elliott - as we are joined by one of our favorite humans in jewelry, Gabriella Harvey! We sit with Gabbi to chat about her incredible career ( Gemfields, Muzo, etc... ) starting something new, and building something all your own later in life. Enjoy! Follow us @rough_cut_podcast For more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyell…
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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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But is it Art? feat., Michael Robinson of David Michael Jewels
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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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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
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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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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
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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
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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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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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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
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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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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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Cashing Checks! Feat., Lisette Scott
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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
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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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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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Doing the Work! Feat., Nicole Kopelman of Nicole Rose Jewelry
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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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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
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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
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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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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
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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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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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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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Sorry We're Late, We Didn't Want to Come.
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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
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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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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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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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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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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Systématique Problématique Feat., Chris Oliver
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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
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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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In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk about learning new skills for your business! You may be wondering, why is this episode so short? Well, because it's been three months since JB and I recorded something last and we were utter disasters. Fret not, we will be releasing the cutting room floor as a fun bonus soon…
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In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk 100% opinion and 0% facts about all things jewelry on the red carpet. We talk red carpet placements, PR, celebrity stylists, and if anyone truly gives a damn! Do you enjoy listening to shows with one host complaining endlessly about the heat and screaming like a banshee at t…
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B***h Stole my Look! Feat., Emili Vesilind
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In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk about one of the biggest issues facing designers in the industry, copying! We are joined by the extraordinary Emili Vesilind, of the Zing Report and writer for publications like JCK Magazine, Vogue Australia, New York Magazine, The Daily Beast, and the L.A. Times... So you k…
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In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk candidly about burnout! We discuss small business woes, the demands placed upon all of us our clientele, and all the ways in which we pressure ourselves to do more. If we sound a bit burned out, it's because we were really feeling it! Learn more about everything WE do at htt…
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In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk with an incredibly rare talent, Emmanuel Tarpin, who at a young age has made quite the name for himself in the industry through his extraordinary and imaginative designs. Follow Emmanuel on IG. and check out his website. Learn more about Alain's NYC Workshop. Check out this …
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In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - to talk as men! Or rather about them... well, their jewelry at least and why men are an integral part of your jewelry business, even if it doesn't seem so apparent. Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.com Follow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.co…
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Now with Extra Kink! Feat., BOND Hardware
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A little something extra for all of our fans! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a quickie with the incredibly talented and award winning duo behind BOND Hardware! Dana Hurwitz and Mariah Pershasingh talk queer media in this bonus short cut from our original episode featuring these two young visionaries. BOND Hardware in Vogue. Learn more abo…
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What's your Kink? Feat., BOND Hardware
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We are getting kinky in this episode of Rough Cut! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with the incredibly talented and award winning duo behind BOND Hardware! Dana Hurwitz and Mariah Pershasingh talk representation, community and sustainable design. We are so excited about this episode, and are thrilled to finally bring it to you! BOND…
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We are doing all the things 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, the how, the why and what you can do to get into it! Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.com Follow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.com…
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We are feeling like utter failures in this episode of Rough Cut! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat about how we failed to release this episode in a timely manner, as it was meant to be episode 3, and then we forgot..., and how failure shapes all of our, and your, successes! Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.co…
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Donate what you can! Never give up on the good fight. Planned ParenthoodBy NYC Jewelry Week
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We are feeling extremely communitarian in this episode of Rough Cut, comrades! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat about community, instagram, selling online and building meaningful, longterm industry relationships. We are joined by our dear friend, Liz Kantner of The Stay Gold Collective, and many other ventures, though we prefer to ca…
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Sex, Rocks and Francophilia Feat., Severine Ferrari
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We are feeling committed, sexy and very French in this episode of Rough Cut! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat about relationships, monogamy, proposals and of course, all the jewelry accompanying those big moments with our dear friend Severine Ferrari of Engagement 101! Buckle in kids, we are keeping it unfiltered and rough! Brands/De…
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We are serving some serious facts today kids! For jewelers, and young aspiring photographers out there, we talk all things commercial photography. We cover market rates, usage terms, copyright and much more vital information for anyone going to market or selling directly to their consumers. Photographers, this one is for you too! Join us - JB Jones…
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We return with one of our favorite people in the business! Join us for a chat on turning up the volume in your life and business with coach, speaker and creative consultant for the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) our dear friend and comrade, Elliot Carlyle! Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat about all things business, br…
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