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Apr 3 2012

How Diamonds Work

40 min 3 movies discussed
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There's no denying that diamonds are pretty -- but where do they come from, and why are they so expensive? Join Chuck and Josh as they explore everything about diamonds, from their formation to the mining process and the history of the DeBeers cartel.

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Join Josh and Chuck as they dive deep into the fascinating world of diamonds, exploring everything from how these precious gems are formed billions of years beneath the Earth's surface to the complex business practices that have shaped their modern market value. The hosts uncover the geological science behind diamond creation, the intricate craftsmanship involved in cutting and polishing, and examine how De Beers' marketing campaigns transformed diamonds from just another gemstone into the must-have symbol of love and commitment. They also discuss conflict diamonds, synthetic alternatives, and some famous diamonds including the supposedly cursed Hope Diamond.


Movies Discussed

James Bond Jr.
James Bond Jr.
1991
★ 4.6
"I've seen, seen James Bond movies. Lasers can do all sorts of cool stuff. — Josh references James Bond movies when expressing surprise that lasers aren't effective for cutting diamonds, given how they're portrayed in the films." — Josh
Les Misérables
Les Misérables
2012 2h 38m
★ 7.3
"unless it's one of those morally gray things from Les Miserables — Josh mentions Les Misérables as an example of morally gray stealing situations while discussing a story about pickpockets being beaten up by a Swedish rugby team." — Josh
The Pink Panther
The Pink Panther
1963 1h 55m
★ 6.8
"The Pink Panther. Oh. Is that real? I don't know. It was a real movie. — Chuck mentions The Pink Panther when discussing famous diamonds, questioning if the diamond from the movie was real." — Chuck

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