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If Jewels Could Talk with Carol Woolton

Carol Woolton
Jewelry Design
Suzanne Belperron
Jewelry
World War II
Art Deco
Gemstones
Women In Art
Paris
Elizabeth Taylor
René Lalique
Self-Expression
Aesthetics
Diamonds
Glassmaking
Hollywood
Jewish Resistance
Orlov Diamond
Art Nouveau
Accessories
Gold Teeth

Jewels are the starting point to discuss past eras, romance, lost fortunes, revolution, precious stones and personal histories. This podcast explores every facet of jewellery – from who makes it, to who wears it, and why – and is a must-listen for everyone who loves jewellery or might be buying a piece of jewellery; anyone interested in design and history; and all those who love a rollicking real-... more

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Carol welcomes Anna Murphy, fashion director at The Times of London, for a LIVE chat about fashion in general and how to buy jewellery in particular. In front of a live audience at Harvey Nichols, the most stylish shop in West London. The talk is int... more

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Serena Kutchinsky is an award-winning British journalist, and the daughter of Paul Kutchinsky, who once designed the world's biggest jewelled egg... and brought down his century-old jewellery house in the process. Carol hears the thrilling story... more

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Happy Valentine's Day! To celebrate, here's a bonus episode, but with a big name in modern jewellery: Cece Fein-Hughes, whose company Cece Jewellery has skyrocketed in the last few years and sent its founder onto the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. Carol me... more

Carol meets Michelle Ong, legendary jewellery designer and businesswoman, co-founder of the luxury jewellery brand Carnet.

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This podcast is brought to you by Leibish, the coloured diamond specialist

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Recent Guests

Serena Kutchinsky
Award-winning journalist and author of Kutchinsky's Egg
BBC, Sky News, Sunday Times, iNewspaper
Episode: KUTCHINSKY'S EGG - THE REAL LIFE EGG HUNT FOR A GIANT JEWEL TO RIVAL FABERGÉ
Cece Fein-Hughes
British jeweller known for her fine craftsmanship and storytelling through jewelry
Independent Jeweler
Episode: VALENTINE'S BONUS: LOVE JEWELS WITH CECE
Michelle Ong
Co-founder of the jewelry house Carnet in Hong Kong
Carnet
Episode: MICHELLE ONG: THE JEWELLERY QUEEN OF HONG KONG
Ann Dexter-Jones
Jewelry designer, philanthropist, and mother to Grammy award-winning Mark Ronson
Episode: ANN DEXTER-JONES ON ROCK'N'ROLL JEWELLERY, MARK RONSON, MICK JAGGER & MUSIC ROYALTY
Jennifer Tilly
American actress known for roles in Bullets Over Broadway and the Chucky franchise
Episode: JENNIFER TILLY: HOLLYWOOD'S QUEEN OF JEWELS
Vincent Meylan
French historian and author
Episode: FRENCH ROYAL DIAMOND HEIST: MARIE ANTOINETTE'S NECKLACE
Dr. Sarah Grant
Senior curator at the V&A Museum in London, curator of the exhibition 'Marie Antoinette Style.'
V&A Museum
Episode: FRENCH CROWN JEWELS AND MARIE ANTOINETTE'S DIAMONDS
Rachel King
Curator of Renaissance Europe and the Waddesdon Bequest
British Museum
Episode: THE TUDOR HEART JEWEL - A 500 YEAR HISTORY UNVEILED
Marion Fasel
Leading editor, author, exhibition curator, and jewellery expert
Aventureine
Episode: THE HISTORY OF DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RINGS... AND THE MYTHS

Host

Carol Woolton
British jewellery expert and historian with a long-running role in major fashion publications; renowned as a Jewellery Editor and commentator on jewelry design, history, and culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 167 ratings
  • Love your Podcast but the sound is horrible

    I absolutely love your content and love all the guests you have on. However, the sound quality is horrible, it makes it so difficult to understand what everyone is saying. Sounds like the guests are in a fish bowl.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Brooklyn Oyster
    United Statesa year ago
  • If Jewels Could Talk

    Entertaining, fascinating and inventive podcast. Carol Woolton is a sympathetic and fun interlocutor, who examines human beings’ age old obsession of decorating themselves with the rarest and most opulent of materials by deftly interviewing jewellers and historians. Riveting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L. Borgia
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great content, horrible audio.

    Get a proper microphone. In this day and age it’s ridiculously easy. The sound echoes like it was recorded in an empty house using a cheap phone set on a table across the room.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Keekmojo
    United States3 years ago
  • Exceptional podcast: brilliant and fascinating

    Skilled interviewing of fascinating guests with great stories to tell. Love this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexMCopenhagen
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Fascinating

    Brilliant podcast series with varied themes, Carol Woolton is a brilliant interviewer and the topics are fascinating. Not just for those interested in jewellery, but fashion, art, history and culture too. I love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erichan80
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Sound quality is a frequent critique; better production would help the storytelling shine.
Listeners praise deep industry knowledge and engaging interviews with a wide range of guests.
The host's network and access to notable figures often yield unique historical insights about jewelry.

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KUTCHINSKY'S EGG - THE REAL LIFE EGG HUNT FOR A GIANT JEWEL TO RIVAL FABERGÉ
Q: How did you start your research into the egg mystery?
Serena explains that after years of silence and taboo surrounding the egg, she began by telling the story publicly, reconnecting with craftsmen, and gradually tracing leads, which led to a decade-long pursuit that reinforced the emotional and historical dimensions of the egg for her family.
MICHELLE ONG: THE JEWELLERY QUEEN OF HONG KONG
Q: Do you think there's the fact that you have been brought up in Hong Kong affects how you view your pieces?
Growing up in Hong Kong leads to a natural mix of Eastern and Western influences in design.
MICHELLE ONG: THE JEWELLERY QUEEN OF HONG KONG
Q: Can you tell us about the importance of culture in your jewelry?
Jewelry connects us through history, cultures, and time, reflecting artistic expressions.
ANN DEXTER-JONES ON ROCK'N'ROLL JEWELLERY, MARK RONSON, MICK JAGGER & MUSIC ROYALTY
Q: How has your travel influenced your jewelry design?
Ann explains how the vibrant colors and cultural attire she observed during her childhood travels have inspired her eclectic jewelry designs.
ANN DEXTER-JONES ON ROCK'N'ROLL JEWELLERY, MARK RONSON, MICK JAGGER & MUSIC ROYALTY
Q: Can you describe a pivotal moment in your life introduced by your father?
Ann shares how her father gathered the family to speak about cultural differences and emphasized the importance of empathy and understanding.

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Jewellery-focused conversations that blend history, craftsmanship, and personal storytelling. Across episodes, the show explores the social and cultural meaning of gems, the evolution of design, and the people who shape the field—from historians and curators to renowned jewelers and artists. Noteworthy is the host's deep industry expertise and access to high-profile guests, which often yields intimate insights into provenance, collecting, and the relationship between jewelry and culture. Potential listeners include design aficionados, history lovers, and buyers seeking context, stories, and inspirations behind remarkable pieces.

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Recent guests on If Jewels Could Talk include:

1. Serena Kutchinsky
2. Cece Fein-Hughes
3. Michelle Ong
4. Ann Dexter-Jones
5. Jennifer Tilly
6. Vincent Meylan
7. Dr. Sarah Grant
8. Rachel King

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