S3E4 - Diamond Rings: “We’re paying for signaling”
Audra and Elisa dig into the history of diamond engagement rings, the debate around lab-grown stones, and the exasperating experience of attempting to consume ethically. This episode pairs best with sustainable jewelry and proposing with massages.
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Gentlemen Prefer Blondes by Anita Loos
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