Jewelry Wisdom for Buyers and Sellers Alike
BUY LIKE A GUY™ is where buyers learn how to buy jewelry the right way and for top jewelers to connect with valuable customers.
Buy Like a Guy
Real men buy diamonds. This is the podcast you need to buy an engagement ring or other important jewelry with confidence. (And keep it simple.)
Click "Episodes" above to find the ones that speak to where you are in your engagement ring or jewelry buying journey. You'll get answers...quickly. (Without all the fluffy stuff. You don't need fluffy stuff.)
Recent Episodes
April 18, 2024
Ep. 74 - The Male Experience of Buying Jewelry: Advice and Stories from Pat Finn
Pat Finn is a well-known actor, comedian, and writer with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He's appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, including The Middle, Seinfeld, “It’s Complicated,” and the …
April 11, 2024
Ep. 73 - The Bourbon Brotherhood: A Beginner's Guide From "A Guy" Who Knows His Sh*t
Bourbon continues to be a "go to" for guys who want to move away from cheap beer and fruity drinks, and I support it. It's a crazy big world of choices that are mind boggling, even to seasoned bourbon hunters. My guest toda…
April 4, 2024
Ep. 72 - One for the Ladies: What NOT to Do When He's Picking Out His Wedding Ring
This is an auspicious moment because in this episode, for the first time, I’m going to address "The Ladies." Specifically, I’m going to talk about what you, as a woman, should NOT do when you and your fella go to look for h…
March 28, 2024
Ep. 71 - Ask Andy: What is the Custom Jewelry Design Process Like?
Customer involvement in designing jewelry is a growing trend in the jewelry business. Independent jewelry stores offer a range of options, from changing metals and gemstones to adding unique touches. However, there's a cruci…
March 21, 2024
Ep. 70 - Ask Andy: What is a "Push Present?" and Why It's a Legendary Gift
A lot of guys have no idea what a “push present” is. I have to confess that until there was a baby in my future, I never heard of it, nor did I know what it was. (And I'm in "the business!") So what is a push present? Is i…
March 14, 2024
Ep. 69 - Beyond the Carat: A New Direction for Buy Like a Guy
"The times they are a changin'..." I'm changing up the show and taking the podcast in a different direction! Buy Like a Guy will be exploring topics beyond fine jewelry to include other areas of interest for men. But befor…
Recent Blog Posts
Timing Matters: When Not to Buy An Engagement Ring or Other Fine Jewelry
There are some scenarios when you should absolutely not give her an engagement ring, or any other jewelry for that matter. I'm not giving relationship advice in this episode, I'm here to tell you how to buy jewelry like a champ, and nothing more.&nb…