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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 NYC Jewelry Week Co-founder JB Jones and Photographer Alain Simic. NYC Jewelry Week is a cultural platform dedicated to the celebration of jewelry. Join us November 14 - 20, 2022 for our yearly weeklong virtual and IRL week of jewelry: NYCJW 2022. Learn more at http://nycjewelryweek.com Follow NYCJW @nycjewelryweek Follow our hosts @j_b_j_o_n_e_s and @alainsimic

NYC Jewelry Week


    • May 29, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 57m AVG DURATION
    • 63 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Rough Cut

    Prehistoric Erections

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 75:12


    We are joined by the talented, verbose, and horny dinophile, Joseph Ramsay! Yes, I said what I said. Also, if you subscribe to the substack, you will get a 15% discount code for the Rough Cut candle, an easy and delicious way to support the show. Follow us:IG: https://www.instagram.com/rough_cut_podcast/Substack: https://roughcutpodcast.substack.com/Buy a Candle: https://www.roughcut.show/Follow Joseph: https://www.instagram.com/jwramsay20/ Or https://www.instagram.com/wallyjewels/

    Always Here for the Revolution

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 68:31


    Shame! Feel it!

    Divination... Well, Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 89:04


    We summon the stars; we conjure the moon and commune with the eldest and wisest celestials... to give you a few random thoughts and predictions. This is still a jewelry show, right?

    The Rough Cut Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 46:16


    Yes, we did that.

    Maybe This Time We Try

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 53:44


    Spoiler alert, we don't.

    Chasing Trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 51:38


    Chasing trade... shows. You pervert. We're talking about trade shows!

    Emili is not Fired

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 78:01


    Contrary to the industry rumors swirling about, Emili has NOT been fired! This is also an episode about pricing... Or whatever.

    A Light in the Dark feat., Tess Sholom

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 88:59


    Well, last week sure did happen. If you're feeling despair, we can't help much with that, but we can invite you to join our chat with the talented wise, and beautiful Tess Sholom. She drops some real wisdom in this one and gives us the strength to hope and carry on.

    No One Asked For This

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 52:18


    Here we are... yet again.

    Starting Over Yet Again feat., Gabriella Harvey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 83:40


    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_podcastFor more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyelliottcreative.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    Talking (Political) Shit!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 85:03


    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 episode was recorded on Thursday, July 18th and, as you'll hear, it turns out we are a little bit psychic on recent events! We will be back to our regular dog and pony show next week on Tuesday, July 30th, so if you don't want to hear our musings on the state of our democracy, wait until then!Goodnight and good luck! Follow us @rough_cut_podcastFor more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyelliottcreative.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    But is it Art? feat., Michael Robinson of David Michael Jewels

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 78:25


    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 jewelry does or does not constitute art. We talk about CAD, mass production, synthetic gemstones, storytelling, and the need for human connection in all things. Follow us @rough_cut_podcastFor more Michael: @davidmichaeljewels + www.davidmichaeljewels.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    Game of Rocks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 45:25


    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_podcastFor more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.comFor more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyelliottcreative.com

    You Will Like my Sense of Style feat., Christina Caruso

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 63:07


    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 ItalicFollow us @rough_cut_podcastFor more Christina: Her iconic IG + Her Amazing Site.For more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    Bad Manners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 73:57


    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_podcastFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_sFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    Walking Into the Ocean Feat., Tanya Dukes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 72:28


    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_podcastFor more Tanya: @tanyadukes + www.tanyadukes.comFor more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyelliottcreative.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    Beauty Will Save the World! Feat., Katerina Perez

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 60:22


    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_podcastFor more Katerina: Her iconic IG + Her Amazing Site.For more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    Meet Me at the Slots

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 79:03


    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. Follow us @rough_cut_podcastFor more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyelliottcreative.comFor more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Born and Bred Kitsch feat., Alison Lou

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 47:09


    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_podcastFor more Alison: @alisonlou + www.alisonlou.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_sFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    Chasing Boys in Clubs Feat., Marie Lichtenberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 64:32


    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_podcastFor more Marie: @marie.lichtenberg + https://marielichtenberg.com/For more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.com

    No... Not This Again.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 57:07


    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 probably have better things to do, and who are most certainly not coerced into working on this dog and pony show with us! Follow us @rough_cut_podcastFor more Amy: @aelliott718 + www.amyelliottcreative.comFor more Emili: @emilivesilind + www.emilivesilind.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Cashing Checks! Feat., Lisette Scott

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 65:28


    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's Collab Here! Follow Jam + Rico on the Socials Here! Please support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Keeping 'Em Honest Feat., Tiffany Stevens

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 56:28


    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 thing... Or go to prison like JB! Jk.For all resources mentioned on this episode, check out https://jvclegal.org.Please support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Geriatric Kitsch Feat., Everett Hoffman

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 47:59


    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: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Doing the Work! Feat., Nicole Kopelman of Nicole Rose Jewelry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 61:50


    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 of what she's built, so don't miss out! Follow Nicole Rose Jewelry on IG and shop it online here! Please support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Hot or Not? Feat., Nicholas Hyatt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 86:38


    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.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    On and Ever Onward Feat., Alyona Kiperman of Nomis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 48:12


    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 encourage you to donate to Alyona's favorite charity that helps provide limbs for the people of Ukraine: Superhumans CenterCheck out everything Alyona on the gram: @alyonakiperman + @nomis_jewelryPlease support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Here for the Revolution! Feat., Viviana Langhoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 67:38


    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 + @vivianalanghoffdesignsPlease support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Speaking Legalese Feat., Phillips Nazro

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 51:31


    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 more! You should never take our advice, but do listen to our guest who in addition to being the Head of Legal & Client Services at Fixer Advisory Group, was also Senior Vice President & General Counsel at Marc Jacobs and General Counsel at David Yurman. Yes, we finally gave you an episode with actual, useful information. Who knew we had it in us! Check out Fixer Advisory Group: fixeradvisory.com + @fixeradvisorySupport us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Start Before You're Ready Feat., Malyia McNaughton

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2023 62:08


    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 ways. Support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes. www.patreon.comLearn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFollow Bella Neyman on the socials. For Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

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    Teaching the Children Feat., Amy Elliott

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 59:24


    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 everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFollow Bella Neyman on the socials. For Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Calling on You! Feat., Bella Neyman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 56:11


    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.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFollow Bella Neyman on the socials. For Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Sorry We're Late, We Didn't Want to Come.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 38:51


    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.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_sThe opinions in this episode, and all episodes of Rough Cut, are not necessarily those of NYC Jewelry Week.

    Wet, Wild and Misbegotten ( Cut Content )

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 31:08


    WE ARE BACK! Not quite, but almost! Just one more week before we return for our second season, but in the meantime, enjoy these bloopers from Season One! 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 everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_sThe opinions in this episode, and all episodes of Rough Cut, are not necessarily those of NYC Jewelry Week.

    The End...

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 63:25


    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, kittens. Thank you for all the love and support. We wish you all a very, very happy new year! Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_sThe opinions in this episode, and all episodes of Rough Cut, are not necessarily those of NYC Jewelry Week.

    Oh, No... Not Erika. Feat., Andrew Hatcher

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 51:17


    In this episode of Rough Cut, join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - are joined by their editor, who has a very important day job as a financial analyst but finds the time to play with us! We talk and drink our way into trouble with the now-infamous Erika Jayne Girardi of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Also, I mentioned we get drunk, right?You better get into it!Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Rough Cut Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 92:18


    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.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Green Who? Feat., Emili Vesilind on B Corps

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 57:34


    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 Magazine, The Daily Beast, and the L.A. Times... So you know she knows what's up! We probably had a little too much fun during this one... Don't miss out!Learn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Making It Feat., Mike Cooke of Sterling Forever

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 51:18


    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! www.sterlingforever.comIG: @sterlingforeverLearn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    The Collector Feat., Beth Hutchens of Foundrae

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 62:59


    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.foundrae.comIG: @foundraeLearn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    With Eyes on Tomorrow Feat., Anna Bario

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 57:21


    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.barioneal.comIG: @barionealLearn more about everything WE do at http://nycjewelryweek.comFollow us on IG @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor Alain's work @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor JB Jones @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

    Sapphic Yearning

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2022 49:02


    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 last episode, and we are doubling down! Enjoy kittens! Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Systématique Problématique Feat., Chris Oliver

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2022 48:46


    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 https://www.goldsmiths-centre.org/ (Goldsmiths' Centre in London). We talk about lesbian cartoons, broken systems, the lack of professionalization, and of course the occasional solution to said problems. Follow Chris Oliver on the gram https://instagram.com/chrisollie99?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (here.) Check out the Goldsmiths' Centre https://www.goldsmiths-centre.org/ (here.) Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Glamour Magic Feat., Jennifer Gandia

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2022 65:41


    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! Follow Greenwich St. Jewelers on the gram https://www.instagram.com/greenwichstjewelers/ (here). Check out their site, and have a bit of a shop https://www.greenwichjewelers.com/ (here). Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Learn It!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 35:06


    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. Meanwhile, enjoy one of our sloppiest episodes yet!  Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Does She Even Go here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 50:34


    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 the sound engineer while the other tries desperately to keep us on topic? Well, you're in luck this week! Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    B***h Stole my Look! Feat., Emili Vesilind

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 70:31


    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 https://thezingreport.com/ (Zing Report) and writer for publications like JCK Magazine, Vogue Australia, New York Magazine, The Daily Beast, and the L.A. Times... So you know she knows what's up! We probably had a little too much fun during this one... Don't miss out! Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Burnout in the Time of Cholera

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 46:41


    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 https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Wunderkind Feat., Emmanuel Tarpin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 57:52


    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 https://www.instagram.com/emmanuel_tarpin/?hl=en (IG.) and check out his https://www.emmanueltarpin.com/ (website). Learn more about Alain's https://alen-simic.squarespace.com/workshop (NYC Workshop). Check out this week's sponsor, https://sukajewelrystore.com/ (SUKA Jewelry). Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Boys! Boys! Boys!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 39:04


    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 https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) Follow Bella Neyman on the https://www.instagram.com/bellaneyman/?hl=en (socials). For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

    Now with Extra Kink! Feat., BOND Hardware

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2022 10:05


    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 https://bond-hardware.com/ (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 https://www.vogue.com/article/dana-hurwitz-mariah-pershadsingh-growing-up-coming-out (Vogue). Learn more about everything WE do at https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (http://nycjewelryweek.com) Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://instagram.com/nycjewelryweek?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@nycjewelryweek) + https://nycjewelryweek.com/ (www.nycjewelryweek.com) Follow Bella Neyman on the https://www.instagram.com/bellaneyman/?hl=en (socials). For Alain's work https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@alainsimic) + https://instagram.com/alainsimic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (www.alainsimic.com) For JB Jones https://instagram.com/j_b_j_o_n_e_s?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (@j_b_j_o_n_e_s)

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