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The Rapaport Diamond Podcast

Rapaport
Lab-Grown Diamonds
Diamonds
Diamond Industry
Natural Diamonds
Hope Diamond
Smithsonian Institution
Jewelry Industry
Marketing Strategies
Australian Jewelry Market
Harry Winston
Gemology
Celebrity Endorsements
Kimberley Process
Consumer Demand
China
Conflict Diamonds
Gem and Mineral Collection
Sanctions
Russian Diamond Market
Social Media Marketing

Rapaport’s Joshua Freedman host this show with deep analysis and hard-hitting interviews. The Rapaport Diamond Podcast is your gateway to the diamond industry.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes160Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Alexandra Beth Samit, founder of New York-based Alexandra Beth Fine Jewelry, explains how developments in the metal markets have spooked consumers and pushed some to buy cheaper stones.

On his second appearance, Thomas Hainschwang of GGTL Laboratories discusses underqualified gem labs, the latest developments in synthetics, and why fluorescent diamonds have a bad name.

Conner Curran, CEO of commodity firm Dexterous DMCC, says Dubai is a fantastic place to live and work but raises concerns about tax changes. Plus: Why the company branched out into polished-diamond tenders for consumers.

Sean Dunn, vice president of Florida-based retailer J.R. Dunn Jewelers, believes diamond provenance is the key to the industry’s future. Visit www.youtube.com/@rapaportYT to watch the full video version.

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Alexandra Beth Samit
Founder of Alexandra Beth Fine Jewelry, a custom jewelry designer in New York's Diamond District.
Alexandra Beth Fine Jewelry
Episode: Episode 152: Gold Prices and Lab-Grown Diamonds
Dr. Thomas Hainschwang
Expert in gemology, particularly known for his work with diamonds
GGTL Laboratories
Episode: Episode 151: Why the Market Shuns Fluorescent Diamonds
Conner Curran
CEO of Dexterous DMCC, a commodities trading company specializing in diamonds, gemstones, and gold
Dexterous DMCC
Episode: Episode 150: Dubai, Tax, and Diamond Tenders for Consumers
Sean Dunn
Vice President at JR. Dunn Jewelers
JR. Dunn Jewelers
Episode: Episode 149: Back to the (Diamond) Origins
Greg Katz
Managing Partner at Trigon Adamas, a diamond dealer and manufacturer
Trigon Adamas
Episode: Episode 148: Polishing Spectacular Diamonds
Adam Schulman
CEO and founder of Koin International, a rough diamond tender house.
Koin International
Episode: Episode 147: The Man Who Transformed the Rough Market
Pranay Narvekar
Veteran analyst of the diamond industry
Episode: Episode 146: Diamonds, Retail and the Bullwhip Effect
Megan Crabtree
CEO of Crabtree Consulting, with experience in the jewelry industry ranging from retail to manufacturing.
Crabtree Consulting
Episode: Episode 145: How AI Helps You Sell Jewelry
Allison Vigil
President of Rocksbox
Rocksbox
Episode: Episode 143: Rocksbox’s Revamp

Host

Joshua Freedman
Host of discussions centered around the diamond industry and a Senior Analyst at Rapaport, providing expert insights into market trends and competitive dynamics.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Rapaport podcast

    Boring

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vico55
    Israela year ago
  • Very interesting.

    show dont tell :)

    Podcast Addict
    T.K
    5 years ago
  • Very interesting.

    show dont tell :)

    Podcast Addict
    4
    T.K
    5 years ago
  • Brilliant Reporting

    Rapaport leads the jewelry industry with thoughtful analysis and great reporting, so it’s no wonder that it’s podcast is equally compelling. Well done, Sonia, Avi, and the gang.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JewelryObserver
    United States6 years ago

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Episode 152: Gold Prices and Lab-Grown Diamonds
Q: What trends do you expect this holiday season?
Classic pieces like tennis necklaces and bracelets are expected to sell strongly, with an increasing trend towards layering styles.
Episode 152: Gold Prices and Lab-Grown Diamonds
Q: How has the strong rise in the price of gold affected the jewelry industry?
The increase in gold prices has led consumers to seek more affordable options, like lab-grown diamonds, resulting in reduced confidence in purchasing expensive gold jewelry.
Episode 150: Dubai, Tax, and Diamond Tenders for Consumers
Q: What about your coloured gemstones business? How does that differ?
Coloured gemstones require more individual trading as each stone is unique and valued differently.
Episode 150: Dubai, Tax, and Diamond Tenders for Consumers
Q: What's the advantage of going to your tender rather than buying at an auction?
We have better pricing and more product variety compared to traditional auctions.
Episode 150: Dubai, Tax, and Diamond Tenders for Consumers
Q: Why did you phase out the rough part of the business?
Polished trading offers less risk and better relationship opportunities than rough trading.

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