Pass The Torch: Legacies in Jewelry

Craft Show 101: Behind the Scenes of a First-Time Jeweler

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m bringing you along for my first real experience breaking down what it takes to take your jewelry to a craft show and have it be a successful eve...

Katerina Perez

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Pass The Torch: Legacies in Jewelry, I sit down with Katerina Perez—one of the most influential voices in the global jewelry indu...

My Reflection on the AI Debate

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as I share my reflections on the passionate arguments presented, the importance of recognizing diverse methodologies, and how we can collect...

Artificial Intelligence vs Natural Intelligence: Does the integration of AI in jewelry design undermine the integrity of creativity?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Pass The Torch, Nadja moderates a Lincoln–Douglas style debate between two voices in the jewelry world, Jean Paul (JP) and ...

Tucson Show & Tell

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What happened in Arizona? Not much after I got sick. However, there is a lot to look forward to! These are some of the goodies I returned with as well...

Platinum Humiliation and Tucson Initiation: Welcome to Season 2!

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, Nadja returns to Pass the Torch: Legacies in Jewelry to talk candidly about a brutal platinum project that pushed her to the e...

Melanie Grant

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Pass The Torch: Legacies in Jewelry, Nadja sits down with Melanie Grant to trace the path that led to The Jewelry Book. Melanie s...

Nolan Sponsler and Stephanie Elsperman

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this engaging conversation, Nolan Sponsler and Stephanie Elsperman, the dynamic duo behind Deep River Jewelry Design, share their journey of love, ...

Shelly Sergent

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shelly Sergent is a celebrated curator, storyteller, and lifelong advocate for the beauty and significance of colored gemstones. Based in Phoenix, she...

Design Workshop Experience with Alan Revere

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadja visited Tomales, CA to study design with Alan Revere for a weekend workshop.

Grand Masters Reflections

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Pass The Torch: Legacies in Jewelry, we step inside the world of the Grand Masters class—an immersive two-week intensive designed...

I lost my job.

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bummer. I am ready to talk about it. What is next?

Alan Revere

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Revere holds a unique position in the jewelry community, with one foot firmly planted as an award-winning designer and the other as one of the co...

Liviu Mocan

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Liviu Mocan is a Romanian sculptor whose work is rooted in faith, resilience, and remembrance. Born and raised under the oppressive Communist regime o...

Osmium Institute: Scarlett Clauss

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Osmium Institute is the global authority on osmium—the rarest and most valuable precious metal in the world. Dedicated to the scientific authent...

Why do I want to be a Jeweler?

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The world doesn't need more jewelry. Why become a jeweler?

Rough Diamond World: Andrew Slesinger

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Slesinger is a sixth-generation diamond dealer and the owner of Rough Diamond World, a New York-based wholesale company specializing in natural...

Justin K Prim

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin K Prim is a lapidary artist, educator, and gemcutting history scholar known for his precision faceting and design-forward approach to gemstone ...

100 Women of Jewelry: Linda Kozloff Turner

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Linda Kozloff-Turner is Owner and Designer of Christine Marguerite Designs, and author of the book, 100 Women of Jewelry.In this episode, we dive deep...

Made For Meaning: Michael Robinson

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

100 Days of Pass The Torch

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadja reflects on her bench career and the challenges ahead. This episode benchmarks the first 100 days of Pass The Torch: Legacies of Jewelry.

Brady Mesch

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brady Mesch is a distinguished designer and goldsmith known for his masterful hand engravings and exceptional high jewelry creations. Drawing inspirat...

Chapin Dimond

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chapin Dimond is a Colorado-based metalsmith and jeweler whose work fuses hand fabrication with an uncanny ability to MacGyver his way through nearly ...

Michael Robinson: Part II

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Robinson is not just a jeweler; he is an extraordinary artisan whose creations are celebrated as museum-quality treasures. With a career spann...

Michael Robinson: Part I

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Robinson is not just a jeweler; he is an extraordinary artisan whose creations are celebrated as museum-quality treasures. With a career spann...

Kindred Lubeck: Artifex Fine Jewelry

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kindred Lubeck is the owner and creative force behind Artifex Fine Jewelry, where she combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Wit...

Bob + Victoria Staley

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bob Staley is a seasoned jewelry artisan based in Cartersville, Georgia, with a career spanning over 46 years. Since 1979, Bob has been dedicated to t...

Jeff Parke

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Parke is an accomplished engraver with a lifelong passion for artistic expression. Growing up immersed in drawing, writing, and music, Jeff’s c...

Setting Up Your First Jewelry Shop

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Boyd

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Boyd is a visionary jewelry artist whose extraordinary creativity has redefined contemporary lapidary work. Renowned for his masterful ability...

Kimberly Collins

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kimberly Collins is a renowned gem dealer and jewelry designer, celebrated for her exquisite colored gemstone collections and fine jewelry line.

David Geller

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Geller is a 14th-generation jeweler and former owner of a retail store in Atlanta. He is known for creating “Geller’s Blue Book,” a jewelr...

Jamie McLandsborough

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jamie McLandsborough – Master Jeweler, Metalsmith, and EducatorWith nearly two decades of experience in the jewelry industry, Jamie McLandsborough i...

Jason Marchiafava

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Marchiafava is a third-generation artist and craftsman renowned for his mastery in jewelry fabrication, hand engraving, and stone setting. From ...