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Jewelry Episodes

Aug. 3, 2023

Ep. 37 - Custom Rings and Jewelry: Design, Inspiration, and The Timel…

In this episode, we're going to explore the process of customizing an engagement ring, along with other pieces of custom jewelry, from start to finish. Some highlights worthy of note are... Defining Your Vision - Understand the importance of knowing...

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July 27, 2023

Ep. 36 - Diamonds, Heroes, and A Simple Answer: The Best Advice for M…

In this episode I'll give you a small piece of advice that pretty much never fails. Pretend we're sitting at a bar and we've just ordered our first pint of Guinness, and you want to know how to find the …

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July 13, 2023

Ep. 34 - The Perfect Engagement Ring vs. Your Budget: 3 Strategies fo…

Today I'm going to address a classic problem: finding the perfect engagement ring, then finding out it's out of your price range. It's a drag, but it's not "game over." You just need to call a different play, and use …

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July 6, 2023

Ep. 33 - Timing Matters: When Not to Buy An Engagement Ring or Other …

There are some scenarios when you should absolutely not give her an engagement ring, or any other jewelry for that matter. I'm not giving relationship advice in this episode, I'm here to tell you how to buy jewelry like a …

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June 29, 2023

Ep. 32 - An Engagement Ring with A Side of Wedding Ring: Why Two Ring…

Some people are caught completely off guard when they go to buy an engagement ring because they didn't get the memo that they're also probably gonna need a wedding ring to go with it. It seems most guys find this …

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June 22, 2023

Ep. 31 - Unified Brilliance: The Shared Language of Natural and Lab-G…

In a previous episode, I explored lab-grown and natural diamonds, and explained that lab-grown diamonds are indeed diamonds, but with a few differences from their natural counterparts. Ultimately, I believe the choice should be left to the buyer....

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June 15, 2023

Ep. 30 - The Solitaire: The Perfect Engagement Ring When She Doesn't …

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 …

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June 1, 2023

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, their formation processes,...

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May 25, 2023

Ep. 27 - Decoding Platinum: From Weight to Rarity, Durability to Pric…

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 …

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May 18, 2023

Ep. 26 - The Regular Guy's Guide to Jewelry with Guest Pat Finn: Unve…

In this episode, Pat Finn and I continue our off-the-cuff exploration of the significance of fine jewelry, including a pretty sweet story about Pat's late friend, the legendary Chris Farley, and his love of gift-giving. We get a little sentimental,...

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May 11, 2023

Ep. 25 - A Real Guy's Jewelry Buying Experience: Tips and Tales with …

Pat Finn is a well-known actor, comedian, and writer with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He's appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, including The Middle, Seinfeld, “It’s Complicated,” and the “I Am Chris...

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May 4, 2023

Ep. 24 - All That Glitters: A Guide to the Different Types of Gold fo…

Gold has been treasured for centuries for its rarity and beauty, but did you know that not all gold is the same? In this episode, we'll explore the different types of gold and what makes them unique. Understanding the "K" …

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April 27, 2023

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, …

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April 13, 2023

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 …

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March 16, 2023

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 …

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