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Rough Cut

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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 photographer Alain Simic, and esteemed journal... more

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Latest Episodes

We Love You All So Much! Thank you!

Alain, Emili, and JB present our second, and likely last, iteration of the Rough Cut Awards! Yes, that is a thing, no, most people don't seem to know it exists. Strap in, kitty cats, it's a messy ride.

Subscribe to the Substack, and you will get a ... more

Alain, Emili, and JB talk with David Nassi of Nassi Gems & Jewels! We talk a whole bunch of mess, but somewhere in there is a discussion about gemstone trends, politics, probably loads of sexual innuendo... just listen, who cares! If you like it, I l... more

Honey, the Land! It's still Pride, and we are still doing gay stuff and shoving it down the throats of families across the country... across the world.

I am again joined by friend of the show, and acting producer/co-host, Jennifer Gandia of Greenwi... more

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Recent Guests

David Nassi
Lapidary and wholesale gemstone purveyor, Lapidarius
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Episode: They Call Him Daddy? Feat., David Nassi
Thomas Davis
Vice President, Black and Jewelry Coalition (BIJC)
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Episode: Be Gay! Do Crime! Feat., Thomas Davis
Lauren Harwell Godfrey
Designer, guest on the show
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Episode: I Just Can't Quit You Feat., Lauren Harwell Godfrey
Dana Bronfman
Jewelry designer and entrepreneur
Episode: Talented, Brilliant, Incredible, Amazing...
Joseph Ramsay
Jewelry designer and artist known for unique, custom art pieces.
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Episode: Prehistoric Erections

Hosts

Jennifer Gandia
Co-host on several episodes with expertise in jewelry retail and storytelling.
Alain Simic
Host and photographer with broad jewelry industry experience and cross-media interests.
Emili Vesilind
Host and journalist focusing on jewelry business insights and industry storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • loveeeeee

    eps with Jennifer Gandia. Laughing the whole time. Run the numbers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qfizzzzzzzle
    United States2 months ago
  • Say it!

    Love this podcast and the way they don’t mince words to accommodate a certain audience. We need more authenticity in the jewelry business so I’m here for all of it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    artisalchemy
    United Statesa year ago
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    JB and Alain are two beautiful souls who will entertain you, educate you, and inspire your creativity. Today, I submit a new review and give Rough Cut a well-deserved five-star rating🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟. Rough Cut is the podcast that opened many windows to jewelers, designers, and creative individuals. That reminds me of the importance of art and beauty. You will not go wrong making Rough Cut a must-listen podcast for yourself. Thank you to JB and Alain; God bless, and I wish you much success. πŸ‘πŸ½πŸ‘πŸ½β€οΈ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MCMSparky
    United States2 years ago
  • I found my jewelry people.

    Wow, the July 24th episode was phenomenal and necessary. It’s important to discuss how the political is personal and how it affects individuals in our community. It was considerate to give listeners the caveat if they don’t want to hear about politics, but I hope people didn’t skip this. Discussions like this are how we understand each other better and get the perspective to move forward rather than backwards. And guess what… if we move backwards, we won’t have the time, energy, or resources to ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rissako7
    United States2 years ago
  • Rough Cut

    Such a fantastic podcast. Thank you, JB and Alain for all the valuable information and inspiration.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MCMSparky
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging, informative, and frequently timely for jewelry professionals.
Shows great chemistry between hosts and guests, with authentic industry insight.
Strong emphasis on industry ethics and community, not just pitches.

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The World is Ending... Let's Shop
Q: How do you like to shop for jewelry?
The hosts share their thoughts on shopping, both in stores and online, and their preferences.
The World is Ending... Let's Shop
Q: How do you shop for jewelry these days?
JB discusses his experiences visiting stores and wanting a personal connection with salespeople.

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What is Rough Cut about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, opinionated show for jewelry professionals and enthusiasts that mixes industry analysis with personal storytelling, design insights, and commerce realities. Episodes span indie designer spotlights, showroom dynamics, marketing on social platforms, inclusivity and LGBTQ+ visibility in jewelry, and injections of culture and humor. Guests range from lapidaries and designers to store owners and industry advocates, with a recurring NYC-centric lens and a willingness to critique traditional branding, embodies a hands-on, no-pitch approach. The format often pairs practical advice for makers and retailers with provocative takes on capitalism, media, and the evolving jewelry landscape, making it useful for listeners seeking authentic persp... more

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1. Success With Jewelry
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3. The Jewelry District
4. The C-Word
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Rough Cut launched 5 years ago and published 78 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Thomas Davis
3. Lauren Harwell Godfrey
4. Dana Bronfman
5. Joseph Ramsay

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