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The Materialist : A Podcast from At PresentThe Materialist : Mirta de GisbertIn the latest episode of The Materialist, Marc Bridge sits down with Mirta de Gisbert, a jewelry consultant and gemologist whose life and work are deeply intertwined with the stories behind every piece she encounters.From her multicultural upbringing in Spain and South Africa to her deeply personal connection to family heirlooms, Mirta shares how jewelry transcends adornment to become a medium of memory, empowerment, and legacy.Highlights from the episode include:* The story behind Mirta’s most treasured piece—a Himba bracelet made of PVC. (Below in white)* How her fath...2024-12-0545 min