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Heard on the Street is Rapaport and Shop LC's new roundtable series delivering unfiltered conversations and expert perspectives on the natural diamond and colored gemstone industries. Hosted by Heather Chambers of Shop LC.

Latest Episode

The Truth About Diamonds in 2026 | Experts | Heard on the Street Episode 2

Monday, Jun 22, 2026 · Heard on the Street

Meet The Panelists

The sharpest voices in diamonds, gemstones, watches, and high-value luxury. Each episode features influential panelists shaping the future of the industry through expertise, controversy, and market leadership.

Jeff Angel

DIRECTOR OF DIAMOND
PROCUREMENT, RDI

Jeff Angel is the director of diamond procurement for RDI Diamonds and is a buyer of round and fancy shaped diamonds at the... Read More

@rdidiamonds

Ari Jain

CEO,
House of Diamonds

Ari Jain is an eighth-generation diamond expert leading House of Diamonds, a New York–based company specializing in rare, high... Read More

@realhouseofdiamonds

Senil Lakhani

President,
Kiran Gems USA

Senil Lakhani is the president of Kiran Gems USA, the world's largest natural diamond manufacturer and... Read More

@kiran_gems

Kerri Lavine

CO-OWNER,
DIAMANTI NYC

Kerri Lavine is a GIA graduate gemologist and the co-owner of Diamanti NYC in the Diamond District which specializes in... Read More

@kerrilavine

Heather Chambers

Moderator,
Shop LC Host

Born in the UK, Heather Chambers built her career across fashion, media, and live television before becoming one of Shop LC's... Read More

@heatherchambers

Moshe Haimoff

Recurring Guest Panelist
The Watch King NYC

Moshe Haimoff, founder of The Watch King NYC, is a luxury watch dealer, entrepreneur, and social media personality... Read More

@thewatchkingnyc

Real insight. Real access. Real market intelligence.

The Street Is Talking.

From celebrity jewelers and trusted dealers to gemologists and market disruptors, Heard on the Street brings you unfiltered perspectives from the voices shaping diamonds, watches, gemstones, and the future of luxury.

Mike Nekta

A third-generation jeweler and GIA-certified gemologist, celebrated for his exceptional craftsmanship, innovative vision, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

@mike_nekta

Julia Azeroual

A luxury watch dealer, entrepreneur, and social media personality taking viewers behind the scenes of New York City's famed Diamond District.

@watchbyjuls

Benny Ahdoot

Benny Ahdoot, who goes by Benny the Dealer NYC, is the owner of Mazalito in New York City's Diamond District which sells fine jewelry, diamonds and watches.

@bennythedealernyc

Curated Edit · As Seen on the Show

Curated Collection For Every Collector

Now that you've heard from the insiders, you understand what they see in natural diamonds and gemstones, what most buyers overlook. Timeless, tangible, and enduring, natural diamonds remain true luxury assets. Begin your collection here.