Louped: The podcast for the gem and jewellery curious
Claim This Podcastby Kate & Cem
Podcast Overview
<p>Just as it says in the title. Together, my co-hosts and I will take you along the branching pathways of the jewellery world and the gem industry. We'll talk science, artistry, practicality, history, value, and even get into curses and superstitions. If you've ever been curious about what you're wearing or if that engagement ring really is an investment, give us a listen.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 9, 2026
Rubies Part 1
<p>Happy July from Louped: The Podcast for the Gem and Jewellery Curious! We are officially half way through this year and our first season. We would like to thank all of our loyal listeners as well as those of you who have just recently joined us. This is the first of our ruby episodes where we talk all about the history of these beautiful gemstones. Kate digs more into the names and minutiae and Cem is along for the ride!</p><p>We have of course added some additional resources below, as well as our contact details and our Buy Me A Coffee link if you feel so inclined. We hope you enjoy this first of our July episodes and please join us in wishing a happy birthday to all those who celebrate this month!</p><p>Additional Resources:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://thenaturalrubycompany.com/education/ruby-history/rubies-in-antiquity/?srsltid=AfmBOoqvGdWwRP9Uw-_2P_ljDwFygPxjAnJdwK_lwFU-9a7oRUZbIfAs">https://thenaturalrubycompany.com/education/ruby-history/rubies-in-antiquity/?srsltid=AfmBOoqvGdWwRP9Uw-_2P_ljDwFygPxjAnJdwK_lwFU-9a7oRUZbIfAs</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sarata.com/bible/web/verses.about/rubies.html">https://sarata.com/bible/web/verses.about/rubies.html</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.vulcans-forge.com/blog/news/cursed-gemstones-the-black-princes-ruby?srsltid=AfmBOoq2RNT-xa_0IqW9hn7PPKiKGS_tOPwB2bx7XzhaeQw57qvLaGiW">https://www.vulcans-forge.com/blog/news/cursed-gemstones-the-black-princes-ruby?srsltid=AfmBOoq2RNT-xa_0IqW9hn7PPKiKGS_tOPwB2bx7XzhaeQw57qvLaGiW</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gemsociety.org/article/what-are-balas-rubies-and-ruby-spinels/">https://www.gemsociety.org/article/what-are-balas-rubies-and-ruby-spinels/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs%208%3A11&version=KJV">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs%208%3A11&version=KJV</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.etymonline.com/word/ruby">https://www.etymonline.com/word/ruby</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.britannica.com/science/Orientalism-cultural-field-of-study">https://www.britannica.com/science/Orientalism-cultural-field-of-study</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://explorersweb.com/great-explorers-jean-baptiste-tavernier/">https://explorersweb.com/great-explorers-jean-baptiste-tavernier/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.veerasakgems.com/articles/the-fascinating-cultural-history-of-rubies/">https://www.veerasakgems.com/articles/the-fascinating-cultural-history-of-rubies/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gia.edu/ruby-history-lore">https://www.gia.edu/ruby-history-lore</a></p><p>If you have any questions or would like to comment on an episode, you can reach us on Instagram @loupedpodcast or by email at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:loupedpodcast@gmail.com">loupedpodcast@gmail.com</a></p><p>Or if you'd like to buy us a coffee, you can do so here! <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://buymeacoffee.com/loupedpodcast">buymeacoffee.com/loupedpodcast</a></p>
June 25, 2026
Alexandrites Part 2
<p>Thank you for joining us for our final Alexandrite episode for the month of June! We hope you have enjoyed this look into our first phenomenal birthstone of the year. It has been a little break for Cem and for Kate but they are raring and ready for the next half of this season of birthstones!</p><p>Resources:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gemdat.org/gem-109.html">https://www.gemdat.org/gem-109.html</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://naturalhistory.si.edu/explore/collections/geogallery/10002786">https://naturalhistory.si.edu/explore/collections/geogallery/10002786</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.raregemcollection.com/post/top-10-rarest-alexandrites-sold-at-auction-in-2025?srsltid=AfmBOorGL45g0uNENMrWurO6ZAj9jCT6u6aq-j9Zb_jvUpUdan14WSwN">https://www.raregemcollection.com/post/top-10-rarest-alexandrites-sold-at-auction-in-2025?srsltid=AfmBOorGL45g0uNENMrWurO6ZAj9jCT6u6aq-j9Zb_jvUpUdan14WSwN</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/wn13-titanium-synthetic-alexandrite">https://www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/wn13-titanium-synthetic-alexandrite</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.britannica.com/science/orthorhombic-system">https://www.britannica.com/science/orthorhombic-system</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mindat.org/article.php/2793/Crystallography%3A+The+Orthorhombic+System">https://www.mindat.org/article.php/2793/Crystallography%3A+The+Orthorhombic+System</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/spring-2019-pleochroism-color-change-in-faceted-alexandrite-influence-cut-orientation">https://www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/spring-2019-pleochroism-color-change-in-faceted-alexandrite-influence-cut-orientation</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gia.edu/gem-synthetic">https://www.gia.edu/gem-synthetic</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.raregemcollection.com/post/alexandrite-color-change-explained?srsltid=AfmBOoousIaRGYk7DdtdRj2pW2kLZ4EhJXfITdNUW7hCorptlbZ8BaX8">https://www.raregemcollection.com/post/alexandrite-color-change-explained?srsltid=AfmBOoousIaRGYk7DdtdRj2pW2kLZ4EhJXfITdNUW7hCorptlbZ8BaX8</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2024/magnificent-jewels-2/an-exceptional-pair-of-alexandrite-and-diamond">https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2024/magnificent-jewels-2/an-exceptional-pair-of-alexandrite-and-diamond</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2024/magnificent-jewels-2/an-exceptional-alexandrite-and-diamond-ring">https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2024/magnificent-jewels-2/an-exceptional-alexandrite-and-diamond-ring</a></p><p></p><p>For those of you wondering about our recs for Paris, we've popped those details below as well for your next visit!</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.arts-et-metiers.net/">https://www.arts-et-metiers.net/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lamijean.fr/">https://lamijean.fr/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.robertetlouise.com/en/">https://www.robertetlouise.com/en/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://auxlyonnais.com/">https://auxlyonnais.com/</a></p><p></p><p>Contact us: @loupedpodcast, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:loupedpodcast@gmail.com">loupedpodcast@gmail.com</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="http://buymeacoffee.com/loupedpodcast">buymeacoffee.com/loupedpodcast</a></p>
June 11, 2026
Alexandrites Part 1
<p>Welcome the month of June! This birthstone is Alexandrite, a very unique and rare variety of chrysoberyl and our first phenomenal gemstone of the year. This episode we talk about not only Alexandrite's origins but we give you some context for chrysoberyl and go into a little detail about just what a phenomenal gemstone is. We would like to wish all of our June babies a very happy birthday and to let you know that if Alexandrite is a bit out of your budget, you have two alternative birthstones that you can still enjoy: moonstone and pearl!</p><p></p><p>Additional Resources:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gia.edu/alexandrite">https://www.gia.edu/alexandrite</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gia.edu/alexandrite-history-lore">https://www.gia.edu/alexandrite-history-lore</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.americangemsociety.org/birthstones/june-birthstones/history-of-alexandrite/">https://www.americangemsociety.org/birthstones/june-birthstones/history-of-alexandrite/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alexandrite">https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alexandrite</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thejewelleryeditor.com/jewellery/article/these-alternative-coloured-gemstones-moving-very-precious-circles/">https://www.thejewelleryeditor.com/jewellery/article/these-alternative-coloured-gemstones-moving-very-precious-circles/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.langantiques.com/university/chrysoberyl/">https://www.langantiques.com/university/chrysoberyl/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.berganza.com/knowledge/gemmology/gemstones/chrysoberyl?srsltid=AfmBOopHNI52WvNEve2CJdvGoy4NdU99Ma349sRp5hERR_Hwj_m9wTqi">https://www.berganza.com/knowledge/gemmology/gemstones/chrysoberyl?srsltid=AfmBOopHNI52WvNEve2CJdvGoy4NdU99Ma349sRp5hERR_Hwj_m9wTqi</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://naturalgemstones.com/education/historical-perspective-of-chrysoberyl/?srsltid=AfmBOord7aJ8j3DLNm5I4QOItdHco9YcxRpm0QYbx65PKW80kVPxnAbp">https://naturalgemstones.com/education/historical-perspective-of-chrysoberyl/?srsltid=AfmBOord7aJ8j3DLNm5I4QOItdHco9YcxRpm0QYbx65PKW80kVPxnAbp</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/5403">https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/5403</a></p>
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<p>Just as it says in the title. Together, my co-hosts and I will take you along the branching pathways of the jewellery world and the gem industry. We'll talk science, artistry, practicality, history, value, and even get into curses and superstitions. If you've ever been curious about what you're wearing or if that engagement ring really is an investment, give us a listen.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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