Gem expert Jake has spent 16 years deep in the world of gemstones, traveling to remote mines, meeting the people whose lives revolve around these rare stones, and uncovering the real cost of beauty. He comes home with more than just suitcases full of gems, he brings stories.
We all know the glitz and glam, but Jake takes you where the cameras don’t. From high-risk mines to high-stakes deals, Gems Uncut reveals the raw, the rough, and the real side of the gem trade.
Some of his best stories have never been told—until now.
Women Reshaping the Gemstone Industry | The Truth About Ethical Diamonds & Sustainability
This International Women’s Day, we’re having an honest conversation about lab-grown vs natural Diamonds, ethical sourcing, women in mining, and the future of the gemstone industry. Are lab-grown Diamonds truly sustainable? What happens to mining communities when production shifts to Western labs? Can mining actually empower women and local economies? In this powerful episode, we’re joined by three industry leaders transforming the Diamond and jewellery world from mine to market: 💎 Lyssa Ki...
12 Feb 2026
Debby Cavill on Paraiba Tourmaline, Red Carpet Jewellery & The Truth About Lab-Grown Diamonds
What does it take to build a high-end gemstone jewellery brand and where does the future of luxury lie? In this episode, Abigail sits down with renowned gemstone jewellery designer Debby Cavill, founder of Cavill & Co, to explore her journey from designing jewellery at just nine years old to creating statement art pieces worn on international red carpets. Debby shares the evolution of her brand, the realities of the luxury jewellery market, and her honest perspective on whether lab-grown ...
8 Oct 2025
The Steve Bennett Episode: 21 Years of Gemporia
Join us for an unfiltered conversation with Steve Bennett, the man who’s been there from the very beginning — from the birth of GemsTV to the evolution of Gemporia. In this episode, Steve opens up about the incredible journey that shaped his career, from his early days as a software entrepreneur (before selling his company to Argos) to his first day in the world of gemstones. He shares never-before-told stories from his global adventures — including the time he was held at gunpoint on a gemst...
5 Sept 2025
The Toby Cavill Episode - A Conversation with a Gem Expert
In this episode, we sit down with gem expert Toby Cavill for a fascinating deep dive into his life and career in the world of gemstones. Toby shares how he found his way into the gem trade, influenced by a rich family legacy—starting with his mother, Debby Cavill, and her early days at Rocks & Co. We explore Toby’s six years in Chanthaburi, Thailand, where he immersed himself in both the culture and the gem trade, learning the language and honing his expertise at the source. Toby also ref...
23 Jul 2025
The Shape of Fortune - A discovery by Julius Petsch
Before he became a legend in the gem world, Julius Petsch was just a determined adventurer chasing whispers of a rare, uniquely shaped gemstone deep in the heart of Madagascar. In this episode, we trace his perilous journey through unforgiving terrain, chance encounters, and the ultimate discovery that would change everything — a tale where fortune beckons, adventure unfolds, and tragedy waits in the shadows. 🔍 Have a story of your own? We’d love to hear it. Share your gem-hunting tale...
11 Jun 2025
The Emerald Gamble
For 500 years, Colombian emeralds ruled the world. But in the remote highlands of Ethiopia, a new contender emerges. As miners risk everything to strike green, and global buyers close in. Can this rising gem rival Colombia’s crown, or collapse under the weight of its promise? Have you got an Ethopian Emerald in your collection? We'd love to hear about it!
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