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Charm Chat

Nichol, Rita, & Angie

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"It never ends!", the famous quote from ANY bead/charm collector. Just when you think you're done, a new collection drops and your wishlist is full again! No one knows this better than we do! Our sisterhood was built on a bond of charms that has expanded to all aspects of each others lives. Join us every other Tuesday as we talk about our love of jewelry and spill the beads on the latest happenings. If you are looking for a place where charm addiction is not only understood, but welcomed, yo ...
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Voice of Jewels

L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

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Click here to subscribe. Jewels are everywhere. We admire them in the windows of master jewelers, and in the collections of the world's greatest museums. Young lovers, movie stars, and heads of state each have their treasures: objects of desire, fascinating ornaments, or symbols of power. But every piece of jewelry also holds its secrets. Secrets of fabrication… but also… relationships. Stories of love and separation. Myth and curses. Moments of glory or downfalls. The height of an empire or ...
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It's well known that the sword is the prerogative of knights and musketeers. But did you know that the weapon could also be transformed into a living symbol of the talents of men and women of letters? And sometimes even into exceptional pieces of jewellery... In 1955, Jean Cocteau faced a major challenge: to become the first academician to design h…
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Jewels can tell stories… they can also inspire them… The greatest writers, actresses, and poets have forged masterpieces from jewels, gems, and precious metals. While some pieces really exist, others do so only in the realm of the imagination. This new season of Voice of Jewels takes listeners on a journey of discovery… From a cursed gold ring to t…
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This is the penultimate chapter in the story of Cixi, Empress Dowager of the Qing dynasty, renowned for her enduring love of different types of jade. Even more precious than gold or diamonds, jade is considered the ultimate good luck charm. Over time, it has become a symbol associated with China’s emperors and empresses. Steeped in legends and myth…
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Can a piece of jewelry save a life? Or guarantee eternity? Napoleon Bonaparte believed this to be the case. His military campaigns around the world had already introduced him to the supernatural power of jewelry... But it was after escaping death a first time that his faith in the power of jewelry was properly set. So much so that he imagined a str…
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Have you ever heard of abraxas? These are talismans in the shape of oblong shields, covered with motifs inspired by Egyptian, Greek, and Roman mythology, and engraved with Kabbalistic prayers, Hebrew words, and magical symbols. One could easily believe that these strange jewelry pieces belong to the wizards of tales and legends… And yet, they were …
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Pilots are sometimes superstitious, and Jackie Cochran, one of the first female pilots in the American Air Force, is no exception… She is never injured and never has an accident. Her luck seems endless. But there is a reason for this, a necklace assembling a variety of lucky charms into a single object. A charm necklace…a piece of jewelry said to b…
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There’s something enchanting about jewelry. Some pieces more than others… Imagine a bracelet with the power to win the favor of the gods, an amulet that makes someone fall in love, and a ring that brings eternal life! Down through the centuries, some of history’s greatest men and women have used talismans in their quest for sovereignty or protectio…
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The origins of a jewel often lie in a story of adventures… Eiichiro Oda’s manga One Piece is one of the most popular manga in the history of comics. In typical shonen fashion - a shonen is a tale of adventure and initiation – One Piece tells the story of a young hero on a quest for nothing less than… a treasure! Discover the full season "Iconic Jew…
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The origins of a jewel often lie in a story of adventures… Pearls have always been considered precious. Almost miraculous. According to more than one legend, they fell to Earth from the Moon! Others say that they are the fruit of thunder. Some say that they are the seed or even the tears of the gods… That is why the attempt to find the very first p…
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The origins of a jewel often lie in a story of adventures… If I told you there is an African country whose soil harbors a mineral with amazing powers that is used for making stunning, magical objects! Well, this country does exist and is no imaginary land. And the fascinating metal that was extracted from it was none other than gold. It’s the gold …
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The origins of a jewel often lie in a story of adventures… Our journey takes us around the world, from the Indian empire to King Louis XIV’s court in Versailles. It is one of the world’s most famous diamonds as well as probably the most intriguing. It disrupted the lives of all who approached it, including that of Jean-Baptiste Tavernier, the man w…
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The origins of a jewel often lie in a story of adventures… The quest of those who crossed oceans, traveled around continents and conquered our imaginations. They explored buried treasures from pre-Columbian kingdoms to the Indian Ocean, via the shores of the United Arab Emirates. A treasure quest through History with 4 episodes highlights from prev…
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Forget gold chains and big stones! One of the most sought-after accessories for male celebrities in Hollywood and elsewhere is none other than the pearl necklace! A$AP Rocky, Usher, Joe Jonas, Harry Styles, Timothée Chalamet, Shawn Mendes, Pharrell Williams… The list of wearers and admirers is endless. But do you know the story behind Marilyn Monro…
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Far from being round and regular, “baroque pearls” have strange and unique shapes. Long considered wonders of nature, they inspired goldsmiths throughout the Renaissance and into the Baroque and Neo-Classical periods. Anna Maria Luisa de’ Medici, known as the last descendent of the House of Medici, had a passion for such pearls. Voice of Jewels, a …
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Richard Burton, one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actors, decided to give his beloved an extraordinary piece of jewelry... For Richard’s heart belonged to a star. An immense, internationally renowned star by the name of Elizabeth Taylor. And his gift is unlike any other... It's a royal pearl, once worn by the queens of England and Spain: La Pere…
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Pearls have always been considered precious. Almost miraculous. According to more than one legend, they fell to Earth from the Moon! Others say that they are the fruit of thunder. Some say that they are the seed or even the tears of the gods… That is why the attempt to find the very first pearl is a fascinating quest, shrouded in mystery! Voice of …
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Tears of Aphrodite or drops fallen from the sky, symbols of purity and majesty... Pearls have long been a source of fascination. The latest season of Voice of Jewels takes you on a journey... Meet pearl fishermen from Neolithic times, a famous Renaissance queen, and two of Hollywood’s best-loved stars. Get ready to embark on a quest to discover jew…
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She’s undoubtedly the most famous opera singer in the world. Chased by journalists from around the world, every one of her recitals at La Scala in Milan, or at the Metropolitan in New York have unleashed passions. Of course, I am talking about Bianca Castafiore. We might have never been able to hear her voice but we’re all familiar with her figure,…
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Some superheroes draw their powers from precious stones. Well, gems, to be more precise. Gems that are endowed with the power to control time or space, or even the mind. This is the saga of an out of this world piece of jewelry that was first published in an American comic book in the early 70’s, and now brought to the silver screen by Marvel Studi…
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In comics, jewels are often at the core of the plot. But they also may be the hero’s attribute like in the adventures of Corto Maltese, the famous romantic pirate born out of the imagination of Italian author Hugo Pratt in 1967. What turned Corto Maltese into an icon is precisely the jewel he always wears on his left ear : a gold hoop earring. Voic…
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Eiichiro Oda’s manga One Piece is one of the most popular manga in the history of comics. In typical shonen fashion - a shonen is a tale of adventure and initiation – One Piece tells the story of a young hero on a quest for nothing less than… a treasure! Voice of Jewels, a podcast from L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts supported by Van Cleef & Arpels…
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Anything can happen in comic books. You can own beautiful jewels, steal them or even find magical precious objects capable of changing destiny! Indeed, jewels and comic books share a common history filled with adventures and beauty. Voice of Jewels' new season explores the world of manga and comics of all kinds. Let us take you on an adventure fill…
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From museums to exhibit spaces, one cannot stop marveling at this artist’s work. Daniel Brush had a golden touch. Painter and sculptor, Brush crafts gold with finesse and creativity, as if he were an alchemist. He can improvise with as much spontaneous creativity as a jazz musician during a jamming session… The Second Dome is one of his most iconic…
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Many legends have been told about the gold of Pre-Columbian civilisations of the Americas. Imagine… Finding gold deep in the middle of the jungle is a dream that has long tantalized the Western world. The peoples of South America did leave traces and genuine treasures behind them… Among these wonders, there is an odd, striking piece which looks as …
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If I told you there is an African country whose soil harbors a mineral with amazing powers that is used for making stunning, magical objects! Well, this country does exist and is no imaginary land. And the fascinating metal that was extracted from it was none other than gold. It’s the gold that jewels and holy objects were made out of. The same gol…
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The history of gold is quite a saga. Some of its chapters have been written by surprising collectors, showcasing masterpieces fashioned by master goldsmiths throughout its history. The fascinating “River-God pendant” is one of those masterpieces. This piece of jewelry was designed by Etruscan goldsmiths during ancient times. It astonished and even …
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Gold is the flesh of the gods. The Sun’s sweat. A King's power. Throughout the centuries, this precious metal has been at the root of bold actions and it has never ceased to inspire stunning pieces… From ancient Italy to New York, from medieval Senegal to Colombia, the history of gold is quite a saga… showcasing masterpieces fashioned by master gol…
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The Hope Diamond has lived through its own veritable Odyssey. From the time of its first sale in London at the beginning of the 18th century, all the way to its sudden appearance in Washington, hidden in a brown paper envelope with a two dollar postmark … This fabulous blue diamond is now at home under high-security glass in the Smithsonian Institu…
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Imagine a story at times tragic yet at other times magical with a lost diamond as its common thread… a blue diamond standing for hope and fortune, love and special feelings... The Heart of the Ocean, the jewel at the core of the Titanic movie's plot. But the Heart of the Ocean is no fictitious jewel. It was inspired by a real jewel and an equally f…
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Wouldn't you say jewelry empowers us? Don't some jewels make us feel invincible ? Some stones and diamonds might. Take our blue diamond for example. In any case, that is how some kings felt as they collected gems, had them set on their crowns and had exuberant sets of jewelry and insignia designed as a means to display their power. The famous Golde…
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They say diamonds are forever… but is that really true? That said, it is true that some have been known to last a very long time, sometimes going through some rather unexpected transformations. The Great Blue Diamond is one of those. Its incredible tale is the stuff of legend and myth. Our journey takes us around the world, from the Indian empire t…
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They say diamonds are forever. Some have such a surprisingly rich tale to tell that you would think they had had one thousand and one lives! The Great Blue Diamond is one of those. Its barely believable story is the stuff myths are made of. Discover the Blue Diamond's One Thousand and One Lives, the latest podcast season of Voice of Jewels. A podca…
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Ever wondered why lovers kneel on one knee to ask, “will you marry me”? It’s actually less about the kneeling - it’s more about the ring… Engagement rings are part of a tradition which dates back to Ancient Rome. They symbolized a legally binding commitment, reserved for the most solemn of oaths. Pretty unromantic... Things have changed quite a bit…
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Did you know that in the trenches of World War I, soldiers made... jewelry? In the chaos and horror of war, love still exists! But how did a simple aluminum ring, fashioned in the midst of turmoil from a German shell, end up at the heart of one of the greatest love stories in literature? The wild love of Guillaume Apollinaire for the beautiful and …
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Diamonds are often thought to have been exclusively reserved for kings and queens, treasures meant for royalty. However, there is another category of individuals who adorned themselves with these precious gems, treating them as trophies and even weapons for liberation - the courtesans! At the forefront of these courtesans is a woman whose romantic …
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Look at me... That's what jewelry tells us. Because jewelry is always about gaze... and... feelings! But then, what do you do... when gazes have to remain secret? And feelings, clandestine?... What do you do in the case of a Secret Affair? That's exactly what Prince George, the heir to the English throne, wondered one day in 1785... He who was hope…
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What do Bianca Castafiore and Rihanna have in common? What about the Andes Mountains and the Château de Versailles? And JRR Tolkien and James Cameron? Here’s a hint: they’ve been around since the dawn of time. They’ve induced passion and powerful emotions. Sometimes quaint or ostentatious… They’re jewels. Whether connected with feelings or power, w…
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CHARM CHAT finishes season 3 with a little light hearted game of Never Have I Ever. Thank you all for tuning in this season! Follow our podcast and check us out on Instagram @charmchatpodcast. Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie @dailycharmaddict Nichol @myprettycharmedlife Rita @acharmeddreamer Stay Charming…
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CHARM CHAT welcomes a very special guest to the pod…our friend and yours, Linda @lsn2 ! 🥰🥳 Come get to know Linda a bit more and why we call her the "Queen, or "Guru" of Trollbeads"! Her bead expertise is amazing and she's so inspirational to us all! Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie @dailycharmaddict Nichol @myprettycha…
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With Canada Day and Fourth of July celebrations this week, it’s the perfect time for CHARM CHAT to talk about USA vs Canada-isms! Angie, Nichol and Rita often have fun with differences in pronunciation, traditions and language between our 2 countries. Join in on the fun and find out what exactly is different and what is the same! Follow our podcast…
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Charm Chat welcomes Jenya from OHM Beads to chat about the OHM Together Fund Me Project! Listen to hear how this cool project allows YOU to design the bead of your dreams with a little support from OHMily! Follow our podcast and check us out on Instagram @charmchatpodcast. Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie @dailycharmadd…
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CHARM CHAT comes together to chat about Nichol's experience getting her Color Analysis done with House of Colour. Follow our podcast and check us out on Instagram @charmchatpodcast. Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie @dailycharmaddict Nichol @myprettycharmedlife Rita @acharmeddreamer Stay Charming…
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This episode welcomes Sierra from @allthepandora to the interview hot seat. Nichol, Rita, and Angie have so many questions for this busy mom, wife, lawyer, popular Instagrammer, and of course, charm and bead collector. Listen in to our fun conversation about all of the above, and more. Follow our podcast and check us out on Instagram @charmchatpodc…
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Nichol, Rita, and Angie have a little fun with the 'this or that' game of "Would You Rather?" The Hosts each prepared some questions for the other two, some about beads, a few about lifestyle, and a bunch of really random, sillier choices! Listen in and play along! Once again, the ladies find themselves laughing their way through the episode and th…
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Come get to know our fellow bead sister, Aali @pandorably_charmed, as we put her in the hot seat! 😂 Follow our podcast and check us out on Instagram @charmchatpodcast. Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie @dailycharmaddict Nichol @myprettycharmedlife Rita @acharmeddreamer Stay Charming!…
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Help CHARM CHAT settle the debate!! Are they "collectors" or do they just like to shop and justify it as needed for their collection? What about you? Where would you fall in the spectrum of Collector to Shopping Addict? Follow our podcast and check us out on Instagram @charmchatpodcast. Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie …
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In this episode, Nichol, Rita, and Angie share their collective experience and favourite tips for travel to Disneyland in California and Walt Disney World in Florida. You'll want to be prepared and 'in the know before you go', so listen in as your CHARM CHAT Hosts cover where to stay, what to book in advance, and of course, the great places to shop…
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Join Angie, Nichol and Rita as they chat about new spring collections from various brands. Find out their faves! Please note this was prerecorded before some other collections and previews were released. Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie @dailycharmaddict Nichol @myprettycharmedlife Rita @acharmeddreamer…
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Come join CHARM CHAT as they spill the tea with Emily @fashionstoryteller in this weeks episode! Follow our podcast and check us out on Instagram @charmchatpodcast. Looking for visual inspiration? Follow us on Instagram! Angie @dailycharmaddict Nichol @myprettycharmedlife Rita @acharmeddreamer Stay Charming!…
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Welcome to Season 3 of CHARM CHAT! Nichol, Rita, and Angie took an extended break to recharge but are back to chatting and this time, they're talking with YOU! Your Hosts want to make this next series of episodes all about the bead and charm community and can't wait to get the conversation going. In this first instalment, the ladies discuss a pheno…
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