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The Jewelry District

The Jewelry District

Written by: JCK
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A podcast by JCK magazine and JCKonline about industry news, trends, interviews, and more. Hosted by JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob Bates.Copyright 2026 The Jewelry District Art Economics Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Episode 172: Guests Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira Sandberg

    Episode 172: Guests Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira Sandberg
    May 20 2026
    Hosts Victoria Gomelsky and Rob Bates interview a pair of high jewelry designers who also happen to be sisters: Ofira Sandberg and Lorraine Schwartz. The women share their family’s history going back three generations in the jewelry industry, and tell how they ended up in the business despite their childhood vow not to. Lorraine and Ofira also talk about where they got their keen eye for design and how it helped their star rise as jewelers and led to relationships with several entertainment icons—including Barbra Streisand, Elizabeth Taylor, Beyoncé, and David Bowie. Finally, Ofira reveals what we can look forward to seeing on view during the pair’s first time exhibiting at JCK Luxury. Title sponsor: De Beers (adiamondisforever.com)
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    28 mins
  • Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira Sandberg Guest on 'The Jewelry District'

    Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira Sandberg Guest on 'The Jewelry District'
    May 20 2026
    Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira Sandberg Guest on 'The Jewelry District'
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    28 mins
  • Episode 171: Conversations, Watches, Tariffs, QVC

    Episode 171: Conversations, Watches, Tariffs, QVC
    May 6 2026
    Victoria Gomelsky and Rob Bates cover a gamut of enriching industry events and jewelry business news. Victoria bounced from Jewelers Mutual’s thought-provoking Conversations at Half Moon Bay to the ultra-luxe and action-packed Watches and Wonders in Geneva. She shares takeaways drawn from Conversations and the watch trends spotted in Geneva. Rob breaks down what the tariff refunds mean for businesses and which importers qualify. Finally, he shares his thoughts on QVC’s bankruptcy filing, the company’s possible future, and its influence on the jewelry industry. Title sponsor: De Beers (adiamondisforever.com)
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    27 mins
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