Welcome to Paperback Perfumes! The host Clare Presser is a Librarian with a fascination for fragrances and their capacity to evokes memories and experiences thr...
Stories and fragrance are portals into other worlds. There are opportunities for connection and understanding when we experience both. In this conversation, I explore with Yosh Han the profound connections between scent, literature, and cultural identity, particularly through the lens of Octavia Butler's 'Kindred'. We discuss the serendipitous journey of discovering the book, the complexities of decolonizing scent, and the spiritual and physical connections that fragrance evokes. The dialogue delves into the impact of colonialism on scent, the role of fragrance in healing, and the power of literature to foster empathy and understanding. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the intricate relationship between personal experiences, cultural contexts, and the sensory world. Fragrance mentioned:Le Demimonde - Studio Scent More on the perfumer Candice Windrow Weekly Books mentioned: Kindred - Octavia Butler Find Yosh Han on Instagram: @scent_festival , @eaudeyosh , @scenttrunk (creative director) Website: eaudeyosh.com , scenttruck.com , Youtube: Scent Festival Netflix: Human: the World Within Theme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mythology and Artistry
"We are nothing but the stories we tell ourselves..."In this conversation, Purvi Joshi, the creative director of Peosym, shares her journey into the world of niche fragrances, inspired by personal loss and the stories that shape our lives. We discusses the significance of storytelling in fragrance creation, the cultural inspirations behind her scents, and and how we change and grow when we move into new spaces. Our chat explores themes of loss, memory, and the evolving nature of language and identity, culminating in reflections on the narratives found in young adult fiction and their parallels to personal growth and understanding.Fragrances mentioned:Nirmohee - PeosymHorn Ok Please - Peosym Lost Wonderer - Peosym Books mentioned: Aru Shah and the End of Time - Roshani ChokshiThe Henna Artist - Alka JoshiFind Peosym on Instagram: @peosymWebsite: peosym.com.auTheme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ornithology
Illustrations of Science, Colonialism, Feminism and the natural beauty of birds.Experiences, science, observation, and the act of sharing stories are fundamental parts of the vibrant community of readers, fragrance enthusiasts, and birdwatching aficionados. This week’s guest is the remarkable Kirsty Costa, a long-time educator, dedicated lifelong learner, and passionate lover of nature – with a special affinity for birds. Kirsty is the host of the wonderful Australian podcast Weekend Birder, and during our conversation, we delve into the intriguing parallels between experiencing the wonders of nature through all of the senses.Fragrances mentioned:Cockatiel - ZoologistNightingale - ZoologistPenguin - ZoologistSnowy Owl - ZoologistLiminusDarwin - Fueguia 1833Books mentioned:The Birdman’s Wife - Melissa Ashley Find Weekend Birder onWebsite: weekendbirder.comInstagram: @weekend.birderTheme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bookish
When Humans and Books are so delicately intertwined that you don’t know when one ends and the other begins.This episode’s guest is the remarkable renaissance woman, independent perfumer, avid reader, and keeper of random bits of fragrant knowledge, Jocelyn Fullerton. Her impressive body of work spans an array of specialties, including fine fragrances, skincare, and homecare, as well as innovative performance art installations, cinema projects, and inspiring exhibitions. In addition to her creative endeavours, she also teaches engaging workshops in perfumery, scent creation, and sensory engagement through olfaction for a diverse range of audiences. With a background in phytomedicine, Jocelyn has also trained at The Grasse Institute of Perfumery and has been an esteemed member of the Societé Française des Parfumeurs since 2010.This conversation is as fun as it is educational - there are quiet a few chapters that are opened and closed whilst to talk about about the way we relate to each other through narrative and olfactive experiences.Fragrances mentioned:Original Eau De Cologne - 4711Aramis - Aramis Eau H’adrien - Goutal Sable - Goutal Bookish - Cult of Scent Books mentioned:The Midnight Library - Matt Haig The Book of Form and Emptiness - Ruth Ozeki Find Cult of Scent onInstagram: @cultofscent.atelierWebsite: cultofscent.com.auTheme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Lilac Dragons
Chose your own adventure. Take control of the narrative. Make the scent experiences you want to see in the world. We are playing in a slightly new and intriguing space for this week’s episode. Jinx Strange, the innovative creator behind Strange Fire and Fumery, is here to discuss their latest creative venture, known as Hero Scent. In this unique project, you have the exciting opportunity to purchase distinctive scents while also building your own roleplaying character and developing an ongoing character narrative through the artful layering of fragrances and personal experimentation. We had a wonderful time chatting about the many merits of Dungeons and Dragons, the influence of subculture magazines, the vast world of High Fantasy, and the profound connections we can find with plants and nature.Fragrances mentioned:Roll for Seduction - Hero Scent Lilac & Gooseberries - Hero ScentBooks mentioned: The Witcher Omnibus - Paul Tobin The Witcher Find Strange Fire & Fumery on Instagram: @strange.fire.and.fumery Bluesky: @strangefirefumery.bsky.socialWebsite: strangefirandfumery.comFind Hero Scent on Instagram: @hero.scent or on Blueksy: @heroscent.bsky.socialWebsite: heroscent.comTheme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Paperback Perfumes! The host Clare Presser is a Librarian with a fascination for fragrances and their capacity to evokes memories and experiences through the activation of the olfactory system. In this podcast she chats with guests about their connections with scents and stories through the pairing of perfumes and literary texts. Think of it as reader’s advisory for fragrance lovers, or fragrance recommendation for bibilophiles - whichever experience is your first priority. It’s fun exercise that allows a lovely discussion around people’s personal interpretation of experience, scent, and story Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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