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Bench Jeweler Memes

Bench Jeweler Memes
Jewelry Industry
Bench Jeweler Memes
Jewelry Repairs
Customer Service
Jewelry Repair
Bench Jewelry
Stuller
Customer Service Issues
Gold Price
Christmas
Family Business
Gold Prices
280 Pet Peeves
Lab-Grown Diamonds
Gold
Diamond Switching
Music Industry
Customer Stories
Risky Repairs
Watch Batteries

From the makers of Bench Jeweler Memes, this podcast dives into the chaos, comedy, and the pain of life at the jewelers bench. Stories, struggles, and laughs straight from the jewelry industry. Join us as we discuss all facets of this ever evolving trade!

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Episode 38 is here, and somehow we survived Memorial Day weekend with all of our brain cells mostly intact. This week we’re catching up after the holiday chaos, briefly discussing how quickly we’d sell out to the highest bidder (answer: probably fast... more

This is one of those special episodes — meaning we got together with our good friend “BJ Mandrel” and immediately stopped behaving like responsible adults.

If you’re new here, "BJ" is not just a recurring character in our chaos… he’s a real human be... more

Episode 37 is all over the place… in the best possible way. Brad & Dusty kick things off with the usual bench jeweler chaos before diving nose-first into one of the weirdest topics yet: the smells of the jewelry industry. We attempt to describe a sce... more

Episode 36 is a special one! We’re joined by longtime supporter and fellow bench jeweler, Ron — better known around here as “Step-Daddy Ron.”

From supporting our nonsense since day one to officially becoming the temporary namesake of our “studio” (y... more

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Recent Guests

Chuck Koehler
Standing bench jeweler, columnist, Easy Flow solder expert
Charles Michael Fine Jewelers (owner)
Episode: #33 Guest, Chuck Koehler: Standing Bench Jeweler, Columnist, Easy Solder User & Ten Dollar Battery Changer!
Jake (Critter the Designer)
Creator/influencer on Instagram/TikTok known as Critter the Designer
Self-employed, social media creator in jewelry
Episode: #28: Critter the Designer, The Jewelry Industry's Most Unexpected & Unhinged Creator!
Shawn Przeclawski
Owner, Monarch Jewelers; expert in jewelry manufacturing and wholesale/retail dynamics
Monarch Jewelers
Episode: Episode 20: Shawn from Monarch Jewelers Might Be the Smartest Man in the Jewelry Industry (or Not, but only one way to find out!)
BJ Mandrel
Guest from outside the regular duo, returning to discuss the holiday EP and store life
Episode: *Special Episode: BJ Mandrel Returns to Help us Around the Shop & Discuss the Holiday EP!
Jake Fox
CAD designer and owner of J. Fox Custom Fine Jewelry
J. Fox Custom Fine Jewelry
Episode: Episode 13: Special Guest Jake Fox // Talking All Things Jewelry CAD, Brad Missing Dusty's Birthday Bash, AI, The Good Bad & Ugly of Jewelry Design

Hosts

Dusty
Co-host of the podcast and part of Bench Jeweler Memes; frequent presence in episodes discussing repairs, pricing, and industry humor.
Brad
Co-host of the podcast; adds humor and practical shop-floor perspectives on customer interactions and market dynamics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Bench Jeweler Memes Podcast

    An honest take on the jewelry industry, incredibly refreshing and funny! Whether you’re in the industry or not, it’s a good listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T.Nhu1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love these guys

    You guys bring a much needed sense of levity to the trade. It is refreshing to hear real conversations from people actually in it, dealing with the same day to day challenges, frustrations, and wins. There is a lot of value in knowing you are not the only one navigating this stuff. Appreciate the honesty, the perspective, and the humor. Thanks boys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J_Cavage
    United States2 months ago
  • This is for jewelers/retailers, but it’s full of tips for consumers

    If you are highly into jewelry and all the trappings with it, then you will appreciate this behind the scenes look into a bench jeweler’s life. I had no idea how annoying I probably am to my local jeweler :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    msmnpr
    United States8 months ago

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A behind-the-scenes look at jewelers' lives that's relatable and insightful.
Love these guys - real conversations from people in the trade, honest and funny.

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#32: Bench Jeweler Q & A... Which Leads to More Questions than Answers
Q: Should I give a two weeks notice when leaving a corporate jewelry job to pursue independence?
They advise considering the environment and potential business impact, noting that larger corporations may require notice while smaller family-owned shops could be more flexible, and emphasize the emotional and practical calculus involved.
#32: Bench Jeweler Q & A... Which Leads to More Questions than Answers
Q: What is your take on how to handle a two-week notice from an employee in a small jewelry business?
They share rules of thumb about notices, highlighting the liability concerns and personal dynamics in small shops, and explaining why some managers view resignations as risky while others see it as a necessary transition.
#32: Bench Jeweler Q & A... Which Leads to More Questions than Answers
Q: What do you think will be the next big jewelry trend and will you have a guest discuss it this summer?
They anticipate trends driven by metal price dynamics, lab-grown options, and varying design directions, while suggesting a future guest could provide expert insight into trends for the upcoming season.
#32: Bench Jeweler Q & A... Which Leads to More Questions than Answers
Q: What is your favorite stone to set and why would you yeet another out the window?
They reveal a preference for diamonds due to setting efficiency, while acknowledging challenges with certain shapes like cushions and ovals, and they discuss the enjoyment of more technical settings despite occasional frustration.
#32: Bench Jeweler Q & A... Which Leads to More Questions than Answers
Q: Have you considered hiring more sales staff so you can focus on repairs?
They explore the trade-offs of adding a full-time salesperson versus keeping the team lean, noting the complexities of compensation, location, and the desire to maintain focus on repairs and high-end custom work.

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What is Bench Jeweler Memes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts bring humor and hard-won industry insights from the jewelry bench, pairing relatable anecdotes with practical commentary on repairing, pricing, and customer trust. Episodes skew toward the realities of running small jewelry shops, from risky repairs and price-by-weight debates to family-owned dynamics and humor born of long days at the workbench. A standout element is the mix of candid, behind-the-scenes stories with thoughtful takes on reputation, integrity, and how trust is built with customers, often delivered in a lighthearted, accessible style. A notable episode features a crossover with a musician connected to the jewelry world, highlighting the show's willingness to blend domains and share stories beyond traditional trade c... more

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1. Chuck Koehler
2. Jake (Critter the Designer)
3. Shawn Przeclawski
4. BJ Mandrel
5. Jake Fox

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