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Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast
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Latest episodes
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43. Halloween Spooktacular 2026 - Haunted Gems
October 19, 2026 · 43 minSend us Fan Mail Lucinda's favourite time of year. The Spooktacular returns for Halloween 2026. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of haunted gemstones, ghost stories linked to jewellery, and the mysterious history behind some of…
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42. Garnet: Part Two - Tsavorite, Faberge and the fate of Campbell Bridges
October 5, 2026 · 41 minSend us Fan Mail In part two, we explore the Ugrandite series of garnets, including their chemistry, history, and the stories behind famous varieties like Tsavorite and Demantoid. Join us for a deep dive into gemstone lore, geology, and…
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41. Interview: Arya Akhavan returns! Growing Exotic and Novel Lab Sapphires
September 21, 2026 · 58 minSend us Fan Mail Arya Akhavan returns! To reveal the secrets he couldn't disclose last time. Arya has been growing sapphires! And not just any sapphires, every colour of sapphire you can imagine. A gemologist and scientist, Arya shares…
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40. Season 2: Garnet Part One
September 7, 2026 · 39 minSend us Fan Mail Hello and welcome back to Season 2 of Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of garnets, their varieties, history, and gemmological properties, revealing insights that will…
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39. Season 2 Preview and Summer Catch Up
September 2, 2026 · 19 minSend us Fan Mail In this mini episode, Simon shares his summer adventures including gem mining in Oregon, visiting the Spectrum Sunstone Mine, and participating in gemmology events. Lucinda discusses her new gemmology brand, TikTok…
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38. End of Season 1: Fashioning Part Two - Gemstone faceting techniques
June 1, 2026 · 42 minSend us Fan Mail This episode explores the intricate process of diamond manufacturing, from designing and marking to shaping, faceting, and polishing. Hosted by gemmologists Simon and Lucinda, it offers detailed insights into cutting…
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37. Gemstone Fashioning Part One: An Overview for Gemmology Study
May 25, 2026 · 50 minSend us Fan Mail In this episode, Lucinda and Simon explore the fascinating world of gemstone cutting and fashioning, covering essential terminology, techniques, and historical insights crucial for gemologists and enthusiasts alike. key…
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36. Interview: Michelle Mai - Cutting and Designing Gemstones
May 18, 2026 · 53 minSend us Fan Mail Join Lucinda, Simon, and Michelle Mai as they explore the art and science of precision gem cutting. Discover techniques, tools, design principles, and the inspiring journey of a master gem cutter in this engaging…
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35. Tourmaline Part II: The King of Tourmaline...?
May 11, 2026 · 40 minSend us Fan Mail In this episode of FacetNation, Simon and Lucinda delve into the fascinating world of tourmaline, particularly focusing on its significance in San Diego's gemstone history and the impact of the Dowager Empress Cixi on the…
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34. Gemstone Colour: Charge Transfer and Colour Centres
May 4, 2026 · 38 minSend us Fan Mail Explore the fascinating science of gemstone colour, focusing on charge transfer mechanisms, the role of ions, and how treatments like heat affect gemstone hues. Perfect for gemmology enthusiasts and professionals…
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33. Tourmaline Part One: Conquistadors and the party where everyone's invited
April 27, 2026 · 42 minSend us Fan Mail Join us as we explore the fascinating world of tourmaline, its formation, varieties, and historical significance, with insights from gemmologists Lucinda and Simon. Tourmaline's chemical complexity and isomorphous…
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32. Causes of Gemstone Colour: Dispersed Metal Ions
April 20, 2026 · 28 minSend us Fan Mail This episode explores the science behind gemstone colours, focusing on dispersed metal ions, valency states, atomic environments, and their effects on colour and luminescence. Hosted by Lucinda and Simon, it combines…
About the show
Facet Nation is a new kind of gemmology podcast. Rigorous enough for serious students, but fascinating and funny enough for anyone craving an inside look at gemstones, jewellery and the shadowy world surrounding them. Part revision aide, part storytime, Lucinda and Simon are your qualified guides to the world’s most ancient treasures.