Brecken & Jonathan are in a golden state of mind in this week's episode where they discuss November's birthstone, Citrine. Learn the recipe to a great new detox (just in time for the Holiday food fest!), how to get "more smarter," and all that other science-y stuff the Gem Junkies bring. Get into the ~Golden~ mood with us.

It's A Citrine Juice Cleanse

Jonathan and Brecken reflect on the past year--share more stories and look back on their favorite episodes.  In the Holiday Spirit, they also talk about how Parle is giving back to the jewelry community.  Stay tuned for the full episode for a special Parle surprise!!

The Year Of The Podcast

Tuscon was another great year and we were fortunate enough to interview THE Doug Hucker -- CEO of AGTA.  Take look into how it all with the AGTA Gem Fair, the lore behind the show and even define the term "ethically sourced".

0:46.0 - First memory of a piece of jewelry or gemstone
1:30.0 - What's your story? How did you get here?
5:41.0 - What direction are you steering the ship?
8:06.0 - Elaborating on disclosure/transparency about gemstones
9:25.0 - What does the AGTA provide in regards to education?
16:46.0 - Showing color
20:07.0 - AGTA Experience
22:06.0 - Passion, knowledge and success.  
23:08.0 - Excitement around color
25:32.0 - How did the show get started?
32.17.0 - Favorite Tuscon experience
36.33.5 - What was the first year you came to Tuscon?
40:02.0 - Ehtically sourced
43:35.0 - Let's define what doing good is?
49:37.0 - Smiles from mine-to-market

Smiles From Mine To Market

We’re back with another interview from Tucson at the JCK show and continue to delve into the world of career paths within the jewelry world. Behind every brand is a marketing team that helps bring life to its story.  We sit down with Ben Smittee, of The Smithee Group, to get to know a little more about him and his passion supporting the future of the jewelry industry.

00:00:00 	Worse topic ever
00:29:00	Ben Smithee
01:20:00	What do you do in the industry?
02:57:00	First memory with a piece of jewelry or gemstone
05:50:00	A little background that brought you to support the jewelry industry?
12:45:00	Helping bring out the story that needs to be heard
14:58:00	Women’s Jewelry Association and involvement at the Tucson Gem Fair
15:06:00	What about Gem Legacy made you say “yes” this is soething you want to be a part of?
17:03:00	Gem Legacy providing its way to give back and telling its story.
20:34:00	Educating retail jewelers
22:33:00	Tell me about my twins

Purpose + Passion With Ben Smithee

Hosts Brecken and Jonathan are co-owners of Parle, a multi-generational,
family-run jewelry brand that specializes in sourcing colored gemstones of
extraordinary beauty, rarity, and value. Parle means "to speak", and they believe in
the powerful stories behind jewels. Through inspiring interviews and fun
conversations, they educate listeners about gems as well as the hottest topics and trends in the jewelry industry.

Purpose + Passion With Ben Smithee

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