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BAJ PodcastSustainable Jewellery with Vivien JohnstonWhat does sustainability really mean in jewellery and why does it matter now more than ever? In this episode of the BAJ Podcast, we speak with Vivien Johnston Glass, a trailblazer in ethical sourcing and expert in responsible jewellery practices. With two decades of global experience, Vivien shares her journey from launching an ethical brand to consulting across continents, helping businesses rethink how they source precious materials.
From the challenges of greenwashing to the promise of local gold mining in the UK, Vivien offers a fresh perspective on how sustainability can drive innovation, transparency, and positive change...2025-06-2653 min
BAJ PodcastDiamond Stories with Rob BatesIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast, we speak to Rob Bates, award-winning journalist and News Director at JCK, to explore the ever-evolving world of jewellery—from the rise of lab-grown diamonds and the fall of De Beers’ Lightbox, to the challenges of global news reporting and the future of journalism in the age of AI.
With over 30 years of experience covering the industry, Rob shares fascinating insights into the trends shaping jewellery today and tomorrow, while also revealing how his passion for storytelling extends into the world of diamond-themed mystery novels.
Tune in for a co...2025-05-3049 min
BAJ PodcastNeo-gemstones with Daniel RytzSince 2020 Sofie Boons has been collaborating with a physicist and crystal grower as part of her, recently completed, doctoral research. Her collaborator, Daniel Rytz, has been active in the field of crystals for optical, piezoelectric and other applications since 1977. In 2012, together with his partner Corinne Siegrist, he founded BREVALOR as a platform to develop crystals with novel properties for ornamental applications. One of the innovations he has been working on, are phosphorescent crystals. The materials BRG and BRB have similar properties to classical gemstones: their hardness allows them to be shaped and facetted, and they have the optical appearance...2025-02-2839 min
BAJ PodcastEpisode 64- Tom ChathamTom Chatham is currently chairman of the board at Chatham Created Gems & Diamonds, Inc. Previously, he was CEO of Chatham Created Gems & Diamonds, Inc. The firm's accomplishments include the first successful production of emerald (1935), ruby (1959) sapphires of many colors (1970's) alexandrite (1972) and Lab Grown diamond (1996). Tom Chatham has been active in the gem production area for over 55 years and has been a frequent speaker world wide on the subject of gemstone and diamond production. Tom Chatham is also an author, releasing the book "The Chatham Legacy" in 2023. Chatham Inc sells to every level of the gem business, world wide...2025-01-311h 00
BAJ PodcastEpisode 63- John MooreOur bodily presence in the world is likely of ever greater interest to artists, designers and makers in our increasingly digitally navigated context. What it feels like to engage with the physical world and how this influences our understanding of it has been the subject of investigation in theories such as phenomenology dating back to the early 20th century. Of continued relevance today, as designers we ask ourselves what it feels like to wear jewellery, how does it respond or relate to the movements of our body, and can jewellery be in artistic dialogue with these motions, highlighting the...2024-12-0639 min
BAJ PodcastComputational AdornmentA lot of jewellery designers are no stranger to shifting between the digital and physical both for the creation of work and the communication of work. There are companies and researchers/practitioners that question and advance these practices, considering craft thinking in the context of digital experience and asking what it means to be human in an increasingly layered physical and digital world. Lynne Craig is an innnovation director, academic and founder of computational adornment. Her work, research and practice connects design, technology, education and business development; exploring the frontiers of emergent technologies and cultural change. To talk to...2024-10-2535 min
BAJ PodcastWearable Utopian BluTiia Vahula and Philip Wilck, founders of Utopia Blu aim to embrace the boundless potential of human imagination, whilst striving for a future that is not only visually appealing but also sustainable and meaningful. Breaking disciplinary boundaries, the couple look to technology to enable creative innovations that strike the right balance between culture and nature. For this podcast episode we review how the self-proclaimed formalists have been nourishing an ability to envision sensitive possibilities, finding inspiration in nature whilst advocating for progress, by exploring emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and virtual reality, to create transformative experiences...2024-09-0458 min
BAJ PodcastNew Material RealitiesSustainable practice can be seen from a range of perspectives, including the idea of Urban Mining materials, rather than using virgin materials. What we choose as materials to work from has a big impact on our practice. A researcher who has taken the practice of urban mining one step further, and has been working in the Bio-Design field for quite some time is Marie Melcore. With her work she is keen to transcend disciplinary boundaries in order to address common sustainability issues and offer out of the box design and ideas proposals that can contribute to solving the big...2024-08-0133 min
BAJ PodcastEcological Service JewelleryWhen considering alternative approaches to materials and making, you may come across Bio-design, which can be understood as a means to incorporate the inherent life-conducive principles of biological living systems into the design and making process - and this in order to move towards a more sustainable and caring future. If we want to become more empathic towards our environment, so we can co-create, collaborate with non-humans whilst constructing and most importantly improving our context, wouldn’t it be important we gain an understanding of these living systems first? What does the world feel like to a tree? And ca...2024-06-2846 min
BAJ PodcastScrapstoreHidden behind a colourful facade on a small estate in South London, you can find a treasure trove of carefully reviewed, sorted and organised ‘waste’ materials. The Work and Play Scrapstore, and its team of passionate volunteers, enable artists, makers and anyone with any use for materials, to come and be inspired. From discarded famous costumes to offcuts of wood, textiles, plastics and much, much more, the Work and Play Scrapstore is a place where anyone with an interest in materials and making could spend hours exploring. Tune in to hear more about the concept of the store, the mate...2024-05-3147 min
BAJ PodcastRe-positioning GoldGold, as we know it best, is not really a material that gets distributed fairly, or even gets worked on in cooperation. But there is archaeological evidence for spectacular goldwork in stateless societies providing compelling proof that complex technologies could be sustained in the absence of coercive powers. With cooperation being a key to tackling some of our greatest global concerns, and fair distribution of materials such as gold and access to luxurious objects an ethical ambition, this should pique our interest. This month we speak to a researcher who has been tracing our fascinating relationship with gold and...2024-05-0350 min
BAJ PodcastMaterial KinshipWhen thinking about materials and objects as a maker, it is important to consider the impact these materials and objects have. In a first instance that can involve considering the life cycle of materials, and constructing objects well so they are cared for and passed on rather than discarded. But what does it mean to create objects that get ‘passed on’? These objects could also be referred to as ‘kinship objects’. A thought that crossed my mind upon finding a small book that packs a punch titled ‘The Material Kinship Reader’ edited by Kris Dittel and Clementine Edwards. What role do mate...2024-03-2949 min
BAJ PodcastRe-framing WasteIn a world full of objects, and as makers of objects, the agency of objects and materials is fascinating. Why do certain objects become valuable to us, and others not? Today sustainable making is a key consideration, and waste poses a real sustainability challenge. Are there opportunities in waste? Can we re-consider waste sensitively, incorporating it into our practices as tools, materials and actors?
A maker who has been fascinated with the temporality of materials is Katy Gillam-hull. A maker of objects and jewellery who reflects upon found and archival materials and objects and their capacity for...2024-03-0146 min
BAJ PodcastUrban MiningWhen recycling silver and gold seems evident and has been around for decades, how can the practice be applied to other materials, what organisations and which individuals are already facilitating or exploring this approach, and what could we as artists, makers and designers change as part of our practices in order to become, and more importantly think like ‘Urban Miners’ re-valuing waste materials, critically reflecting on appropriation and being mindful of the longevity of our own work. In history, perhaps through necessity, re-use was common, and archaeologists have found many examples of ‘Urban Mining’ in history. As reflecting on the past...2024-01-2648 minBAJ PodcastGo with the GlowOur senses are the filters to our universe. Jewellery, unlike other artforms, is often worn on the body, engaging most of our senses. Some jewellery designers explore the edges of our sensory exploration of the world, questioning what it is we can and cannot see, or feel - or enabling a beauty to be sensed only in certain conditions. A jewellery designer who aims to explore how the multi-sensory experience of wearing and viewing jewellery can be changed with the enhancement of light as an interactive medium is Wanshu Li. In this podcast episode we discuss how her work...2023-11-2727 minBAJ PodcastUrban Jewellery ThinkingWhen we think about jewellery, we think it generally is worn on the body. Can jewellery or adornment be created for non-human contexts? Jewellery artist and researcher Liesbet Bussche has been challenging scale, materials and perceptions. Her large city objects are clearly inspired by jewellery and aim to adorn the city. In this episode, we discuss the scale of jewellery and what it is like to work multidisciplinary. We discuss her fascination for the city and the archetypical form of jewellery, and how changing contexts can change perspectives.
2023-11-0331 minBAJ PodcastTracing Jewellery StoriesWhen we look at the profession of jewellery, we often review pieces of jewellery from the past to gain an insight into the application of techniques, the reasons jewellery pieces were commissioned and worn, and gain insights into trends and changes in style. Museums such as the V&A provide us with an opportunity to look at some of the most interesting pieces of jewellery in European history. To discuss what it is like to trace the stories of these jewellery pieces, I speak to the BAJ Associate Lecturer in Critical and Historical Studies, and previously curator at the...2023-10-0640 minBAJ PodcastReversed RolesTo mark the 50th Episode of the BAJ Podcast, Sofie is joined by fellow Podcaster, broadcaster, author and editor Carol Woolton. In this episode, Carol as Co-Host, will find out a little more about the Sofie's research, fascination with jewellery and the ideas behind the BAJ podcast. They will discuss what topics they feel are important for the industry to engage with and what their plans are for both of their podcasts.
2023-09-0846 minBAJ PodcastThe physical reality of the virtualWhen we speak about the digital world, we use words such as the cloud for data storage, and the metaverse for a virtual reality. But as Dr. Patricia Domingues aptly points out with her research and work, the very real physical realities to enable the use of digital tools, requiring increasingly more data, is very much 'real'. A research fellow at the Jewellery-Linking Bodies Department in the Gerrit Rietveld Academy Patricia investigates how artificial intelligence, metaverse worlds and digital structures frame the way humans think while drastically reshaping the way landscapes are handled. In this episode, we discuss her...2023-08-041h 01BAJ PodcastThe Sustainable Touch2023-07-0723 min
BAJ PodcastJewellery Prime TimeIn this episode, BAJ's Sofie Boons speaks with one of the voices behind the new BAJ BA Course, Hollie Paxton. We discuss her jewellery career to date, covering the work she does for TV big hits such as Netflix, the BBC and Apple TV, her personal collections, bespoke commissions and her vision for the course.
2023-06-0925 min
BAJ PodcastArtificial IntelligemsIn this episode, BAJ's Sofie Boons speaks with the co-founders of the 'Artificial Intelligems' collective, Anneleen Swillen and Greg Scheirlinckx to discuss their work and research, the benefits and dangers of AI and the tools currently available and how AI can be used in relation to jewellery. Listen in to find out more about machine learning in a creative context and ponder our increasingly digital future.
2023-05-0549 min
BAJ PodcastCurrent Obsession at Munich Jewellery Week 2023In this episode, BAJ's Sofie Boons speaks with two members of the team behind the thought-provoking magazine 'Current Obsession'. With their magazine, and their first ever Jewellery Hub in the centre of Munich during Munich Jewellery Week, the team want to create a platform for jewellers to showcase broadly, discuss and most importantly re-connect following the Covid-19 Pandemic. Sofie speaks to them about their vision for the magazine and 'Current Obsession', the experience of taking centre stage in Munich Jewellery Week and what is next. If you did not have a chance to travel to Munich or catch up...2023-03-3132 min
BAJ PodcastCurating Schmuck 2023 with Caroline BroadheadIn this episode, Sofie speaks with the curator selected for the Schmuck 2023 showcase in Munich. Having been an artist for over 50 years, and as an educator and curator of various exhibitions, Caroline Broadhead has a finger on the pulse of contemporary jewellery. We will discuss her selection for the exhibition, the key themes currently fascinating and challenging jewellers and her career in the medium and beyond.
For more than fifty years, Caroline has run her own practice exploring objects that come into contact with and interact with the body. Much of her work is jewellery, but it...2023-03-0335 min
BAJ PodcastCrafting Careers with Caroline JackmanStarting the New Year with a bang, we have invited Caroline Jackman, the Head of Craft Business skills at the Crafts Council to discuss her work for the Charity, their annual showcase Collect and the opportunities the council provides makers. We will cover tips and advice on how to get started and promote yourself in the craft world, and gain an insight into the importance of finding help and connecting with others to make progress.
Caroline is Head of Craft Business Skills for the Crafts Council, leading on support and business development for all craft businesses. Moreover...2023-01-2733 min
BAJ PodcastAll That Glitters with Tianne SimmonsWith the second series of the BBC's popular jewellery competition 'All That Glitters' only recently crowning its second winner, Sofie catches up with our very own BAJ graduate Tianne Louise-Simmons. They discuss what it was like to take part in the show, and what Tianne has in store for the future, reflecting on the importance of her educational journey for her confidence, and what it was like to get started in the industry.
Following in her father's footsteps, Tianne is a jewellery industry professional who graduated from the British Academy of Jewellery in 2020. Trained as a goldsmith...2022-11-2516 min
BAJ PodcastMolding Sky with Ioannis MichaloudisIn this episode, Sofie speaks with Professor Ioannis Michaloudis about his research career investigating the application of the NASA-created material Aerogel in design, his creative work and his collaboration with Boucheron.
Prof. Ioannis Michaloudis is a visual artist, researcher and academic, internationally acknowledged as a leader in Art&Science, and the first researcher worldwide to apply the ethereal nanomaterial silica aerogel in visual arts and design. His career began in Paris, at Sorbonne University, where he presented his thesis on Visual Arts in 1998. After receiving a “Greek Artists” Fulbright Award in 2001, he undertook research on art and nano...2022-11-0458 min
BAJ PodcastOpening Up on Jewellery with Loukia Richards and Christoph ZieglerFollowing the discussion in the previous episode about the article by Loukia Richards, we meet with Loukia and her partner Christoph Ziegler to discuss their work for SMCK Magazine, SMCK on reel, how to get started with writing and of course, what Loukia aimed to achieve with her article titled 'Why does contemporary jewellery not take off?'.
Loukia Richards is a visual artist, curator, and co-publisher of SMCK Magazine. Along with her partner Christoph, she is the curator of SMCK On Reel - the first international video festival inspired by jewellery. The first edition of SMCK...2022-09-3052 min
BAJ PodcastBeyond Silver: Part 2A special edition episode featuring the plenary speakers of the ACJ 'Beyond Silver' Conference Dr. Jivan Astfalck and Professor Theo Smeets. A discussion about the key themes of the conference, the field and the subject of jewellery.
Dr. Jivan Astfalck is Professor of Jewellery Art and Design at Birmingham City University. Born in Berlin, where she trained as a goldsmith, she has been living in London for more than 30 years. She obtained her MA in the History and Theory of Modern Art at Chelsea College of Art and Design, and her PhD in Fine Art at the U...2022-09-0235 min
BAJ PodcastBeyond Silver: Part 1A special edition episode recorded during the conference 'Beyond Silver' of the Association for Contemporary Jewellery. A discussion on the theme of the conference, the impact of conferences, the state of play in the field, the major challenges and opportunities and where we go from here, featuring collector Linda Lambert, educator and jeweller Bridie Landon and Chair of the Association for Contemporary Jewellery Terry Hunt.
Terry Hunt is the Association for Contemporary Jewellery Chair. He is a designer-maker, and his practice has predominantly been concerned with exploration of surface pattern and colour using titanium and anodised aluminium...2022-07-2943 min
BAJ PodcastMeanings and Messages with Anthony WongA conversation with Anthony Wong, a director of the Association for Contemporary Jewellery, on the association's 25th Anniversary events and the benefits and support for members.
The Association for Contemporary Jewellery (ACJ)
Contemporary jewellery is one of the most dynamic and innovative areas of 21st-century craft and design, that inspires and appeals to people of all different backgrounds. The association welcomes anyone with an interest in contemporary jewellery. Whether your interest is personal or professional, they have something to offer you.
Anthony Wong specialises in the design and manufacture of exciting, innovative, contemporary handmade j...2022-07-0120 min
BAJ PodcastNarrative Jewellery with Jonathan BoydA conversation with Jonathan Boyd, a multi-award winning Artist and Jeweller working with a variety of materials, specialising in conceptual and narrative-led jewellery and objects. Jonathan is the Reader in Jewellery as well as the Head of Programme in Jewellery and Metal (Acting) at the Royal College of Art in London. He is an active practitioner and researcher in the areas of Jewellery and Metal.
Jonathan's research focuses on exploring the relationships between language and objects. His practice-led, critically reflective research employs an interdisciplinary approach, utilizing digital and analogue working methods placing jewellery at the centre of...2022-06-0353 min
BAJ PodcastThe Precious Collective celebrating Art JewelleryA conversation with the four powerhouses (Lynn Speake, Lucy Spink, Juan Riusech, Spam Glam) behind Precious Collective, a collective with over 300 members from around the world, who organises exhibitions, charitable calls and much more.
Precious Collective was formed to celebrate Art Jewellery; showcasing this art form to new audiences. Through building a community, networking and creating a dialogue between members in various countries, Precious Collective supports the sharing of ideas and knowledge. With around 300 members across the world what binds Precious members together is their ambiguous relationship to notions of what is ‘precious’. Makers who wish to become...2022-05-0643 min
BAJ PodcastThe female power behind Studio Collect with Saskia GovaertsA conversation with one of the female founders of the Antwerp based jewellery label Studio Collect about running a label as a team, working with retailers and more.
After graduating from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, Hermien, Saskia, Magaly and Hannah decided to join forces and founded Studio Collect in 2013. A shared passion and vision on jewellery design led to their collaboration. Characterised by clean aesthetics and functional form, Studio Collect shapes contemporary jewellery for everyday wear, satisfying both practical and poetic needs. Their jewellery is carefully crafted by hand in their studio in...2022-04-0137 min
BAJ PodcastJulia Maria Künnap’s unique perspective on stone carvingA conversation with Julia Maria Künnap who is an Estonian jewellery artist and self-taught gemstone carver who transforms gems into sweeping brush strokes and molten forms. We will discuss her contemporary take on the material and how she got started with gemstone carving, as well as what it is like to be a contemporary jeweller today.
Julia Maria Künnap graduated in 2004 from the Estonian Academy of Arts' Jewellery Art Department under Professor Kadri Mälk. A 2018 recipient of the renowned Herbert Hofmann Prize, Künnap is known for her mysteriously and meticulously carved lapidary work. Her...2022-02-2526 min
BAJ PodcastLess (Bad) Design with Matthew ManosA conversation with Matthew Manos, founder and managing director of verynice, a design strategy practice that gives half of its services away for free to non-profit organizations. Matthew details the work he does with his company as well as one of his toolkits, Less (Bad) Design: A Toolkit For Ethical Ideation, that challenges designers to consider the ethical impact of their designs.
With a portfolio of work that has reached millions of people across the globe, verynice’s client experience spans 1,000+ brands including the American Heart Association, Apple, the City of Los Angeles, Disney Imagineering, Google, REI, an...2022-02-0426 min
BAJ PodcastFascinating Faceting with Justin PrimA conversation with stone cutter Justin Prim, on the art and craft of faceting stones, his digital YouTube platform, and his life in Thailand.
Justin K Prim is an American lapidary, author, and gemologist living and working in Bangkok, Thailand. He has studied gemcutting traditions all over the world as well as attending gemology programs at GIA and AIGS. He recently launched his first book, The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting, about the art of gemstone cutting. Justin works as a Lapidary Instructor as well as writing articles, producing videos, and giving talks about gem cutting history.
2021-12-031h 02
BAJ PodcastLearning the Art of Stone Carving with Paul MorrisA conversation with graduate Paul Morris, who is working in the gemstone city Idar-Oberstein as a jeweller and stone carver.
2021-11-0531 min
BAJ PodcastFun and originality with Tatty DevineA conversation with Harriet and Rosie about their jewellery brand Tatty Devine, the world's go-to for fun and original statement pieces, on their journey from the brand's start in 1999. Since then, through Tatty Devine, Rosie and Harriet have achieved much, including collaborations with industry greats and recognition for their contribution to the fashion and jewellery industries.
2021-11-0437 min
BAJ PodcastCurating Jewellery with Sarah RothwellA conversation with Sarah Rothwell, the Curator of Modern & Contemporary Design at National Museums Scotland, about her work and the various elements that have impacted her career choices. She currently holds responsibility for the collections of British, European and other 'Western' glass, ceramics, metalwork, jewellery and industrial design circa 1945-present.
2021-09-2428 min
BAJ PodcastIntuitive and Personal Jewellery Making with All That Glitters' Tamara GomezIn this episode, we speak to Tamara Gomez, finalist of BBC show All That Glitters. Tamara details what led her to become a jeweller, her experience on the reality TV show and her career in jewellery.
2021-07-3024 min
BAJ PodcastAn insight into the Responsible Jewellery CouncilA conversation with the executive director of the Responsible Jewellery council Iris van der Veken on the work the RJC undertakes, its support for the industry, and the challenges we face to create a responsible jewellery industry.
2021-07-0222 min
BAJ PodcastTracing Contemporary JewelleryA conversation with Saskia Kolff– van Es, a Dutch art historian who writes about contemporary jewellery, on her interest in the meaning people attach to jewellery and the histories behind jewellery materials.
2021-05-2835 min
BAJ PodcastMastery and risk taking with granulation and metalA conversation with artist, craftsman, researcher and educator Dr David Huycke on his innovative work with granulation and metal. An insight into the considered practice of an artist balancing craft, poetry and profession.
2021-04-3043 min
BAJ PodcastJewellery HistoryA conversation with jewellery historian Dr Jack Ogden on the historical significance of jewellery. Dr Jack Ogden has a particular interest in the development of materials and technology and has a PhD from Durham University.
Dr Jack Ogden is an elected fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London and the Gemmological Association of Great Britain. He is also the current President of The Society of Jewellery Historians.
2021-03-2644 min
BAJ PodcastJewellery Design for Human HealthA conversation with Melbourne-based designer and RMIT researcher Dr Leah Heiss working at the nexus of design, health, and technology. Dr Heiss reflects on her practice, the nature of collaborations, and the importance of research in the field. Dr Heiss also discusses the design thinking workshops using the Tactile Tools methodology she has organised.
2021-02-2629 min
BAJ PodcastFuture Forward ThinkingA conversation with Paola De Luca, founder of The Futurist Ltd, a creative intelligence agency specialising in strategic and editorial projects in the luxury and jewellery sectors reflecting on her career, the year 2020, trend forecasting and what is in store for 2021.
2021-01-2935 min
BAJ PodcastAdaptability, Versatility, LongevityIn this episode, we speak to London-based, internationally-stocked jeweller Alex Monroe about his inspirations and the jewellery industry.
2020-12-1850 min
BAJ PodcastA diverse jewellery career and supporting othersIn this episode, we have a conversation with writer, jewellery designer and director of the Association for Contemporary Jewellery Melanie Eddy on her practice, the ACJ and her career in jewellery.
2020-11-2759 min
BAJ PodcastJewellery ResearchIn this episode, BAJ has a conversation with Roberta Bernabei, editor of the Journal of Jewellery Research, on the importance of research in the field.
2020-10-301h 03
BAJ PodcastMokume Gane and CraftsmanshipIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast, BAJ talks to jewellery designer, researcher and educator Jim Binnion on his expertise of Mokume Gane, craftsmanship and sharing knowledge.
2020-09-2559 min
BAJ PodcastSmart Jewellery and MaterialityIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast, BAJ talks to Dr. Katharina Vones about materiality, material libraries, recycling materials and smart jewellery.
2020-08-2834 min
BAJ PodcastA Global Bespoke Approach to RetailA conversation with the founder and CEO of Taylor and Hart, Nikolay Piriankov, about starting, running and navigating a global bespoke jewellery business.
2020-07-2448 min
BAJ PodcastPromote, Network, DisplayIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast, BAJ meets the founders of The Jewellery Cut, Rachael Taylor and Andrew Martyniuk, to discuss the challenges faced by the industry and top tips for young designers promoting and displaying their work.
2020-06-2646 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Digital Jewellery with Sofia HallikA conversation with the authors of the research paper Digitally Produced Jewellery: Tactile Qualities of the Digital Touch on what the future is for jeweller in an increasingly digital world.
2020-06-1931 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Digital Jewellery with Darja PopolitovaIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ talks to the authors of the research paper 'Digitally Produced Jewellery: Tactile Qualities of the Digital Touch' on what the future is for jewellers in an increasingly digital world.
2020-06-1931 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | The Next Step for RetailIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ talks to Gary Williams, the Hatton Garden BID Chairman and director of Presman Mastermelt on the challenges faced by retailers today and the future of jewellery retail.
2020-06-1246 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | A Jewellery OutlookIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ talks to the editor and co-founder of Jewellery Outlook, David Brough, to discuss the knowledge shared during lockdown, the global effort to evaluate industry change and what we can expect from the future.
2020-06-0530 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Plan, Organise and Stay PositiveIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ meets coach Sally Leonard for a discussion about the do's and don'ts of starting a business, mentoring and keeping motivated and positive.
2020-06-0252 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Social Media and Virtual Connections (Fine Jewellery) with Katerina PerezIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ meets Katerina Perez, fine jewellery freelance journalist, editor and social media influencer, to discuss how jewellers can use social media to learn and to promote their work and practice.
2020-05-2238 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Social Media and Virtual Connections (Contemporary Jewellery) with The Jewellery ActivistIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ meets Holinka Escudero, creator of contemporary jewellery social media platform The Jewellery Activist, to discuss how jewellers can be inspired on social media whilst using it to promote and connect.
2020-05-2225 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Facing Change in Uncertain TimesIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ talks to Harriet Kelsall about how established businesses can adapt to the challenge we currently face, whilst continuing to meet customer demands.
2020-05-1539 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Photographing Jewellery: a window to another worldIn this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ meets professional photographer Leo Bieber to talk about the do's and don'ts of taking images to promote jewellery.
2020-05-0839 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | The Era of Online Sales?In this episode of the BAJ Podcast: Lockdown Series, BAJ talks to jeweller Imogen Belfield about the challenges, opportunities and pitfals of online sales and starting to sell your work online.
2020-05-0137 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Virtual presentingBAJ discusses creative ways to keep exhibiting and promoting jewellery in times of lockdown, in conversation with Anneleen Swillen, author of the PhD entitled, 'THIS PLAY: An artistic research on the interactions between jewellery and presentation.' Sofie Boons hosts.
2020-04-2431 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Read, Read, Read: A conversation with the co-author of Colour and Textures in JewelleryA conversation about the book Colours and Textures in Jewellery with its co-author.
2020-04-1720 min
BAJ PodcastLockdown Series | Working away from home: Continuing your jewellery practice virtually with a broken supply chainBAJ explores the benefits of engaging with digital technologies whilst in lockdown, discussing how to get started, keep motivated and be creative with digital technologies and why now might be the ultimate opportunity to experiment.
2020-04-0935 min