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17 August 2026
This Is A Token // Episode Nineteen - Rachel Taylor
Renowned jewellery journalist, founder of The Jewellery Cut, and true industry insider - the brilliant Racheal Taylor joins Alex and Connie on our ‘This is a Token’ podcast amongst a background of seagulls in stormy Brighton for a chat about her favourite pieces of jewellery - spanning an eclectic range of innovative designers and makers. From a pair of illusory Hoop Earrings where clever design details are not what they first appear, to a treasured trilogy ring set with an emerald, diamond and sapphire which has evolved in meaning ‘after the fact’ to connect her to three very important women in her life.
Listen in, as Alex and Racheal discuss her fascinating career starting ‘by chance’ at Retail Jeweller, and going on to become the founding editor of Professional Jeweller, her passion for discovering and bringing to light pioneering jewellery designers across the world, and how she fell in love with the people across all facets of the jewellery industry, before she even fell for the jewellery itself.
Illustration by Connie Bella Monroe
Edited by Emily Sandford
Music by Daniel Patrick Cohen
Please note, that this podcast was recorded during one of the less strict periods of the coronavirus pandemic, with all the necessary safety measures in place.
The Journal
The Journalis where Alex Monroe shares the stories behind the jewellery, from design inspiration and craftsmanship to nature, creativity, and life in the workshop. It offers a closer look at the people, places, and processes that shape each collection, alongside seasonal styling ideas, interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights.
