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Ep 31: Unified Brilliance: The Shared Language of Natural and Lab-Grown Diamonds
Not every guy knows what kind of engagement ring his girl wants, and that's totally OK. A lot of couples don't specifically talk about the style of the ring. It's all about keeping that romantic, nostalgic symbolism intact. You're presenting …
Ep 30: The Solitaire: The Perfect Engagement Ring When She Doesn't Know What She Wants
Not every guy knows what kind of engagement ring his girl wants, and that's totally OK. A lot of couples don't specifically talk about the style of the ring. It's all about keeping that romantic, nostalgic symbolism intact. You're presenting …
Ep. 29: 5 Ways to Get Her Ring Size Without Tipping Her Off That You're Going to Propose
Finding your partner's finger size for an engagement ring may not be on the top of your "must haves" list, but it looms large when you don't have a clue what it is. Picture this: you've found the perfect ring, …
Ep 28: Diamonds: Lab-Grown vs. Natural - Let The Sparks Fly!
In this episode we're going to dip our toes into the realm of lab-grown diamonds. I'll shed a little light on the ever-evolving diamond industry, exploring the distinctions between lab-grown and natural diamonds,
Ep 27: Decoding Platinum: From Weight to Rarity, Durability to Price-Unveiling the Ultimate Precious Metal Choice
In this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of platinum, one of the rarest elements on Earth and highly valued in the jewelry industry. Join me as we explore the advantages and disadvantages of choosing platinum for your fine …
Ep 26: The Regular Guy's Guide to Jewelry with Guest Pat Finn: Unveiling Necessity, Friendship, and a Quick Story about Chris Farley
If you're like most guys, you haven't spent much time thinking about what kind of wedding ring you'd like, and honestly, until you have a need for one, you don't really care. Most guys don't wear a lot of jewelry, …
Ep 25: A Real Guy's Jewelry Buying Experience: Tips and Tales with Actor Pat Finn
If you're like most guys, you haven't spent much time thinking about what kind of wedding ring you'd like, and honestly, until you have a need for one, you don't really care. Most guys don't wear a lot of jewelry, …
Ep 24: All That Glitters: A Guide to the Different Types of Gold for Your Engagement Ring and Fine Jewelry
If you're like most guys, you haven't spent much time thinking about what kind of wedding ring you'd like, and honestly, until you have a need for one, you don't really care. Most guys don't wear a lot of jewelry, …
Ep 23: How To Calm Down When You're Shopping For Your Wedding Ring
If you're like most guys, you haven't spent much time thinking about what kind of wedding ring you'd like, and honestly, until you have a need for one, you don't really care. Most guys don't wear a lot of jewelry, …
Ep 22: From Classic to Modern: Exploring the World of Diamond Shapes
Today, we're going to talk about the different diamond shapes and a few advantages of each. Diamonds come in various shapes and sizes, but I’m going to talk about the Top 8 based on their popularity. So, whether you're shopping …
Ep 21: The Man's Guide to "Push Presents": Where Legend's Begin
A lot of guys have no idea what a “push present” is. I have to confess that until there was a baby in my future, I never heard of it, nor did I know what it was. (And I'm in …
Ep 20: Are Diamonds a Bad Investment? Part 2
This the second half of a discussion I had with my friend and hero, Maarten de Witte, aka "The Diamond Wizard." He's a living legend in the diamond cutting world, and he decided to tackle the oft repeated (and crazy …
Ep 19: Are Diamonds a Bad Investment
So I ran across a video where the guy in the video said that engagement rings were a scam and a rip-off and I just had to address it. But rather then answer it myself I brought in an expert …
Ep 18: The 4 Cs of Diamonds: Exploring Clarity, Carat Weight, and the Most Important C of All
In this episode, we delve into the last two of the Four C's of diamond quality, Clarity and Carat weight. While the 4C's may seem boring, they play a significant role in determining the price you'll pay for a diamond, …
EP 17: Diamond Color Grades: Which is the Best "Color" for You?
Did you know when we're talking about the 'color grade' of a diamond, we're actually referring to the lack of color? Did you also know that the top grade a diamond can achieve is a 'D'? Did you further know …
Ep 16: How to Present a Gift You're 99.9% Sure She'll Love
So, what should you do when you've found the perfect gift for someone and the salesperson is assuring you that it's a no-brainer, or "she's gonna love it!" but you still have a little doubt? Too often, guys ruin the …
Ep 15: Unveiling a Diamond's Beauty: The Role of Choices and Talent in the Cutting Process
In this episode I'm going to explain why not all diamonds are cut for maximum fire, brilliance, and scintillation. I'll be talking a little about my quest to be a tennis pro, and how it relates to diamond cutting. Spoiler …
Ep 14: Diamond Cutting: Setting the Angel Free
In the last episode I discussed how “Cut is King” when it comes to diamonds, and how a better cut can make a diamond look brighter, bolder, bigger, and more beautiful. But what exactly are the visual properties that contribute…
Ep 13: Why Cut is King: The Magic Behind a Diamond's Sparkle
The way diamonds come out of the ground, (or growing chambers in the case of lab grown diamonds) is far different than what we see in jewelry stores, engagement rings or other fine diamond jewelry. Before they're cut, natural diamonds …
Ep 12: 6 Simple Questions That Make Choosing a Diamond Easy
This is the 2nd part of an interview I did with my friend Adam Fried, a third generation diamond professional who teaches me something every time we talk. We'll go a little more in depth about how the Cut of…