Bench Jeweler Memes

In this episode, we once again tease the idea of bringing on future guests (we promise it's gonna happen soon ). Then we take an unusual turn and dive into some actual jewelry industry news - talking Geller's Blue Book, Stuller News and even some exciting news around our own shop!  We wrap it all up with a random story about that one time our microwave lived in the bathroom... yeah, you...

We had no idea what this episode was supposed to be about... so naturally, it starts with coffee talk. Once the caffeine kicks in, we eventually stumble into an actual conversation about jewelry. Covering the good, bad and downright ugly sides of those big national jewelry chains. Sprinkle in a few random bench-life moments, plenty of sarcasm, and a surprise announcement: we're finally openin...

In this episode, we basically sit down to gripe, complain and maybe overshare about how chaotic the last couple weeks have been at the shop.  Sometimes you just have to laugh, to keep from crying. Between impossible and/or time-wasting clients, and of course the usual madness of the bench life, WE'RE FRIED!  It's part therapy session, part roast, and somehow we still manage to laugh. If...

In this episode of Bench Jeweler Memes podcast, we dive into everyone's favorite topic - "switching diamonds." You know, that totally realistic accusation every jeweler has experienced. We talk about why it happens, how we deal with it, and how to keep from flipping the bench when it does! Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @benchjewelermemes // Want to support the page & podc...

This week, we sat down with the legendary BJ Mandrel — the totally real, absolutely-not-fictitious artist behind Bench Jeweler Melodies, Vol. 1 A departure from our usual bench-side banter, join us for a little musical mischief with the one and only BJ Mandrel. Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @benchjewelermemes // Want to support the page & podcast? https://buymeacoffee.com/benchjewelerme...

On this weeks episode, we asked jewelers to send in their pettiest jewelry-related  pet peeves - AND wow, you all delivered!  From clients licking their fingers to yank off rings, to last-minute walk-ins, nosy sales staff, and the eternal struggle of how clients handle watch sizing's... we covered it all (and then some). Prepare to feel way to seen.  And for some reason, Dusty repeatedly mutt...

In this episode, we dive into questions and answers from our Instagram followers, role-play the annoying scenarios of impossible-to-please clients, and somehow end up talking far to much about jewelry made from various bodily fluids. OH, and Brad probably manages to offend the entire state of Utah along the way. Enjoy!  Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @benchjewelermemes // Want to support the...

In this episode, we sit down with Mack, a 3rd generation jeweler keeping the tradition alive in rural South Carolina.  Mack shares his family history in the jewelry industry, how he started on the bench, and how grandma would feel about them moving the family store she started 73 years ago! Somehow in this episode we touch on polio, massive heart attacks, Garth Brooks, stand up benches & stupi...

In Episode FOUR, we tackle your burning questions on risky repairs, drop some tips that may trigger you, and discuss the dilemma of hollow rope chains. Stick around until the end for "newbie advice" AND the funniest story we've read this week about selling gold back in the 90s! Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @benchjewelermemes // Want to support the page & podcast? https:/...

In episode THREE, we acknowledge that we are kind of experts, but kind of not! LOL. More hilarious stores about customers involving panties and heavy chairs. Finally we just barely scratch the service of how this industry is it's own worst enemy, these crazy gold prices and even Lab Grown diamonds! Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @benchjewelermemes // Want to support the page & podca...

In episode TWO, one of us escapes on vacation while the other is stuck holding down the fort. We catch up and swap ridiculous stories about lost rings, take a few jabs at Invicta watches, and prove once again that the jewelry industry is never short on chaos. Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @benchjewelermemes // Want to support the page & podcast? https://buymeacoffee.com/benchjewelermeme...

Welcome to the debut of Bench Jeweler Memes podcast. We kick things off with our "origin stories" and sharing our paths into the jewelry industry, the questionable career choices that got us here, and a look at what's to come. Follow us on Instagram & YouTube @benchjewelermemes // Want to support the page & podcast? https://buymeacoffee.com/benchjewelermemes