Author Matthew Hart rejoins the show upon the debut of his latest thriller novel “Ice Angel.” The conversation begins with Matthew providing a glimpse into his new book (a follow up to “The Russian Pink”) which involves the murder of a diamond prospector in the Canadian North and a plot that parallels the current geopolitical climate between the U.S., Canada and China. Next, Matthew explains how he approaches writing his books, what his technical and creative process is like and why likes to write about the diamond industry. The conversation concludes with Paul and Matthew discussing thoughts on lab-created diamonds and Matthew shares his findings on the subject while researching for an article he recently wrote for digital-weekly AIRMAIL titled “The Blingless Ring.”   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Author Matthew Hart Guest plug: www.matthew-hart.net More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast

Guest: Matthew Hart Returns

Created-gem pioneer Tom Chatham joins the show to tell the history behind his eponymously-named company and to discuss an array of topics related to lab-created diamonds and other gems. The conversation starts off with Tom telling the very interesting story of his father, Carroll, who at a very young age successfully grew commercial-quality emeralds in the 1930’s. Tom details the challenges and successes of being a first-mover in the created-gem business mid-last century including the science, the handling of intellectual property and commercial distribution. Paul and Tom then discuss the differences between growing diamond and other gems, why it took so long for lab-created diamonds to go mainstream, consumer’s willingness to adopt man-made gems and thoughts on the future of the natural diamond business. The conversation concludes with a brief discussion on synthetic diamond use in high-tech applications.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Tom Chatham Guest plug: www.chatham.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Tom Chatham

Veteran mining executive Mark Brennan joins the show to discuss an array of topics related to commodities and economics. The conversation begins with Paul and Mark discussing the performance of gold during the pandemic and what current fundamentals could mean for future prices. The two then discuss the current debate around inflation and the impact it is having on mining companies. Mark then explains why he has spent most of his career working on projects in Latin America. The conversation concludes with Mark sharing advice about the mining industry that he would give to his younger self.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Mark Brennan Guest plug: www.cerradogold.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Mark Brennan

Stanley Mathuram of SCS Global Services joins the show to discuss the company’s foray into diamond sustainability certification. The episode begins with Stanley explaining why SCS is just now getting into diamonds even though the company has provided sustainability certification (more broadly) for jewelry for years. The conversation then moves to how the social versus environmental impact of companies in the diamond industry are considered and weighted in SCS’s framework. Stanley then discusses how the progression of sustainability in the lumber and fishery industries could provide a glimpse of what we see may with diamonds. The conversation concludes with Stanley detailing the diamond companies that are currently participating in SCS’s sustainability certification program.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Stanley Mathuram of SCS Global Services Guest plug: www.scsglobalservices.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Stanley Mathuram of SCS Global Services

Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) expert and activist Cristina Villegas joins the show from Washington, DC. The conversation starts with a discussion on how the world of ASM employs 40 million people globally, a third of which are women; as Cristina describes “in most cases they are rural villagers trying to make a living.” Cristina then provides the story of Moyo Gemstones, a successful colored gem mine-to-market collaboration that she spearheaded in Tanzania. Through Moyo, the miners, of which 60% are women, receive 95% of the export value of their stones, which compares to a range of 10-20% or less for typical ASM miners. Next, Paul and Cristina discuss the ASM Supply chain, how jewelers can properly source ethical gems and examples of large industry players, including De Beers and Swarovski, getting involved with ASM initiatives. Next, Christina passionately expresses her disappointment with Pandora’s recent move (and posturing) to only carry man-made diamonds. The episode concludes with Christina explaining why “sourcing small is beautiful” and how backing ASM initiatives can strengthen the diamond and gem industry and its reputation longer-term.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Cristina Villegas Guest plug: www.pactworld.org, www.moyogems.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Cristina Villegas

Mel Moss, a Canadian diamond wholesaler with over four decades of experience, joins the show to share his thoughts on an array of relevant and timely topics impacting the diamond industry today. The conversation starts with Mel recounting his memory of when Canadian diamonds first hit the market in the 1990’s. The two then discuss the concept of “diamonds with an origin” and what that means (or doesn’t mean) for diamond prices. The conversation then moves to the current state of diamond industry fundamentals, expectations for the rest of 2021 and the notion of preserving the “luxury” that is diamonds. Mel also passionately shares his views on the inconsistency in diamond grading, selling diamonds at a discount online, competition within the industry and the “commoditization of diamonds.” The episode concludes with Mel sharing his thoughts on lab-created diamonds.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Mel Moss Guest plug: www.regalimportsltd.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Mel Moss

Jewelry designer and entrepreneur Catherine Sarr joins the show to discuss her journey of building ALMASIKA into a successful brand which is sold around the world and worn by celebrities including: Reese Witherspoon, Alicia Keys, Oliva Munn, Zoë Kravitz and Lizzo. The discussion starts with Catherine telling the story of how she transitioned from working in corporate positions within the diamond, gold and jewelry industry to becoming an independent designer. Paul and Catherine then discuss jewelry marketing, distribution, pricing and the process of procuring of raw materials. Next, the conversation shifts to how to get celebrities to wear your jewelry, Catherine shares what inspires her creatively and the two discuss using man-made versus natural gem-stones. The conversation concludes with a Catherine providing some tips for young and aspiring jewelry designers.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Catherine Sarr Guest plug: www.almasika.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Catherine Sarr

In this episode Paul talks with James Kwantes, a Canadian mining journalist and editor of junior mining investment publication Resource Opportunities. The conversation starts with James explaining why Vancouver is a hub for mining exploration companies. The two then discuss how the global move to sustainably is dependent on raw materials like metals. Next, James shares a story of his visit to the Karowe mine in Botswana shortly after Lucara Diamond recovered the famous Lesedi la Rona and Constellation diamonds. Paul and James also discuss how junior mining companies behave in a commodity “super cycle,” mine visits and helicopters and how the recent difficult stretch for the diamond mining industry underscores the inherent rarity of economic deposits in places like Canada. The episode concludes with James providing an update on diamond explorer North Arrow Minerals, a company which he covers.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: James Kwantes Guest plug: www.resourceopportunities.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: James Kwantes

Dale Vince, founder of the world’s first green energy company, Ecotricity, and owner of the Forest Green Rovers Football Club, the world’s first vegan professional sports team, joins to the show to discuss renewable energy and his foray into lab-diamonds made from “atmospheric carbon.” The episode begins with Dale sharing how he was living an “off the grid, low-impact lifestyle” in a trailer with a windmill when he decided to change in the way electricity is generated in Britain. Then two then discuss the progress of the global green energy movement, nuclear energy, carbon credits and China becoming a leader in solar, wind and electric vehicle production. The conversation then transitions to Dale’s latest venture into “zero impact” net-carbon-negative diamonds which he is marketing as “Skydiamonds.” Dale explains how the campaign includes calling for the “end of diamond mining.” The conversation concludes with a brief chat about veganism and Dale provides a few examples of what a typical vegan meals consists of. Finally, Dale provides his thoughts on lab-grown meat.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Dale Vince Guest plug: www.skydiamond.com More information on PZDA’s State of the Diamond Market report: www.paulzimnisky.com/products   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Dale Vince

Paul has an in-depth discussion with Tiffany Stevens of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, a 100-year-old organization based in New York that provides compliance guidance and legal services to the jewelry industry. The two start out talking about the Ira Sohn Investment Conference, an acclaimed annual event where hedge fund managers give away some of their best ideas for charity; Tiffany previously served as a c-suite executive for the organization behind the event. Paul and Tiffany then discuss scrutiny in the jewelry industry, how the supply-chain can navigate compliance challenges and problems with how man-made diamonds and diamond simulants are marketed to consumers. The conversation concludes with Tiffany briefly discussing how the current humanitarian crisis in Myanmar could spill over to the jewelry trade and what industry participants can do.     Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Tiffany Stevens Guest plug: www.jvclegal.org     Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Tiffany Stevens

Paul chats with Olya Linde and Sophia Kravchenko of Bain & Co. about their widely read and referenced Bain Diamond Industry Report. Paul asks Olya and Sophia what it’s like working for Bain and Olya shares the story of the origins of the diamond report –which has now been published on an annual basis since 2011. Next, Olya shares what she sees as the most prominent general trends in the diamond industry over the last decade. The group then discusses the challenges of implementing industry-wide category marketing in the post-monopoly era of the industry. Lastly, Olya shares her opinion on where the industry has succeeded in recent years, where it has made mistakes, and how the emergence of man-made diamonds could have a positive effect on the natural diamond industry by pressuring it to innovate and stay relevant.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Olya Linde & Sophia Kravchenko of Bain & Co. Guest plug: www.bain.com   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Olya Linde & Sophia Kravchenko of Bain & Co.

Paul talks with diamond and jewelry midstream expert Jon Phillips who joins the Podcast from Vancouver. The two start out discussing the place in the market for Canadian-provenance branded diamonds such as Maple Leaf Diamonds and CanadaMark. The conversation then shifts to whether consumers actually care about diamond fluorescence and other categorization nuance that is prevalent within the industry. Next, the two discuss how rough diamond supply is a function of price. Jon then candidly shares his thoughts on the manufacturing business, “memo” goods, lab-created diamonds and how the diamond and jewelry industry has changed in recent decades. The conversation concludes with Jon talking about current demand trends in the jewelry business in early-2021.   Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Jon Phillips Guest plug: www.mapleleafdiamonds.com   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Jon Phillips

Paul talks with reporter and author Matthew Hart about his recently published thriller novel, “The Russian Pink,” which revolves around a fancy pink diamond, a Russian double agent and a U.S. government investigator. Matthew articulately discusses what sparked his interest in the diamond industry as a subject matter and tells the story of the discovery of the Ekati mine in Canada in the early 1990’s from a reporter’s point of view. Matthew also tells a colorful story about a fancy-pink diamond which he followed all over the world, which in part inspired his novel. The two then talk about the public’s perception of the diamond industry and their experiences traveling to Brazil. Finally, Matthew shares his experience of selling the dramatic rights to his previous work for use in TV and film production.     Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Author Matthew Hart Guest plug: https://www.amazon.com/Matthew-Hart/e/B001K8U4KC?ref_=dbs_p_ebk_r00_abau_000000   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Author Matthew Hart

Paul talks with Ed about the popular series of webinars he hosted for CIBJO in 2020 on the global gem and jewelry industry. Ed recollects some of the pertinent industry trends he noticed while interviewing and talking to over 60 leading industry experts in only nine months. Paul and Ed then discuss the most frequently asked questions of industry stakeholders attending the webinars and Ed talks about why the webinar on cultured pearls was so popular. Lastly, the two discuss their personal love for open water swimming in the winter and Ed provides a preview of his upcoming webinar on technology in the colored gem industry.     Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Gem and jewelry consultant Edward Johnson Guest plug: http://www.gemsdogood.com/                                           Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Gem and jewelry consultant Edward Johnson

Paul and Michelle begin by discussing lab-created diamonds and how the product will ultimately be seen by consumers: as fashion or fine jewelry? The two then talk about how lab-created fits into independent jewelers’ merchandizing strategies, what the net reduction of jewelers in American means for the industry and how the growth of independent jewelry designers is a trend to watch. Paul then asks Michelle her reaction to the latest large diamond that was auctioned by Sotheby’s Hong Kong for $16 million in October. The conversation wraps up with Michelle offering her longer-term views of the jewelry industry acknowledging the clouded visibility due to the pandemic.     Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Michelle Graff of National Jeweler Guest plug: www.nationaljeweler.com                                                   Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

Guest: Michelle Graff of National Jeweler

A look into the global diamond industry with leading analyst Paul Zimnisky. Each episode features a full-length interview with a special guest to discuss diamond industry trends while sharing analysis and opinions.

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Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast

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