Olfactive Melbourne are a husband and wife team passionate about perfume and on a journey to better understand the art of perfumery. Join us for an immersive podcast series exploring artisinal perfumery. We explore the world of fragrance with the founders, perfumers and creatives of perfumery. Each episode is an educational masterclass uncovering the craft, creativity and passion behind unique fragrances.
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#015 Olfactive Traveller - A Conversation with Kevin Truong and Marcelo Oillataguerre
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In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Kevin Truong and Marcelo Oillataguerre—the creative duo behind Olfactive Traveller, a niche fragrance house inspired by journeys, landscapes, and the emotional imprint of place. Born from a shared love of scent and travel, Olfactive Traveller captures the stories, textures, and moods of desti…
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#014 Anomalous Parfums - A Conversation with Zachariya Ibn Hossain
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In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, Trent and Robyn are joined by Zackariya Ibn Hossain—founder, perfumer, and the creative force behind Anomalous Parfums, an Australian fragrance house known for its emotionally charged, unconventional olfactory narratives. Anomalous is rooted in introspection and intensity, weaving grief, love, memory, and tra…
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#013 Veigel Perfumes A Conversation with Corey Veigel
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In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we’re joined by Corey Veigel — founder, perfumer, and the creative heart behind Veigel Perfumes, a boutique Australian fragrance house crafting olfactory stories with soul. Veigel Perfumes is rooted in nostalgia and personal connection, weaving memory, music, and family legacy into each composition. From humb…
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#012 AAWED Perfumes A Conversation with Yassin Ahmed
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In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Yassin Ahmed—the founder and creative force behind AAWED, an Australian luxury perfume house where scent becomes a vessel for memory, nostalgia, and emotional storytelling. Rooted in the Arabic word “Aawed”, meaning “Come Back,” the brand is a heartfelt homage to the defining moments, places,…
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#011 Cosmic Witch Society - A Conversation with Rhiannon Mapstone
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In this spellbinding episode of Olfactive Melbourne, Rhiannon Mapstone, the artisan behind Cosmic Witch Society, guides us through an intimate exploration of a fragrance that embodies the archetypal witch. We learn Midnight Grove is more than a scent—it’s an invocation. Conjured within Rhiannon’s Melbourne apothecary, each “Parfum Potion” is handcr…
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#010 Olfactive Melbourne Mid Season Recap
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We’re officially halfway through Season One—and what a journey it’s been! In this special mid-season recap, we pause to reflect on the unforgettable moments, insights, and masterclasses that have defined our olfactory adventure so far. It’s been a privilege (and a whole lot of fun) to sit down with some of Australia’s most inspiring perfumers, foun…
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#009 Tulita A Conversation with Lucy Bradshaw
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In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Lucy Bradshaw, the founder behind Tulita—a deeply meditative and transformative perfume house rooted in ritual, botanical artistry, and the Sanskrit philosophy of renewal. Lucy invites us into her contemplative world of scent, where every fragrance is an intentional act of connection—between …
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#008 Eden Of Yore - A Conversation with Eden Meilland
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In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we explore the world of Eden of Yore, an artisanal natural perfumery founded by Melbourne-based perfumer Eden Meilland. With a lifelong love of flowers and antiquity, Eden draws on botanical tradition and classical beauty to create her debut collection: Florals. Composed entirely by hand, her fragrances featu…
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#007 Aysha Hansen Fine Fragrances - A Conversation with Aysha Hansen
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In Episode 7 of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Aysha Hansen, a distinctive voice in Australian perfumery whose work is rooted in elegance, intention, and quiet strength. As part of this rich and revealing conversation, Aysha guides us through a masterclass on Golden Thread—a luminous creation from her highly anticipated, soon-to-be-released …
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#006 Siuno Fragrances - A Conversation with Amanda Thompson
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In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Amanda Thompson, founder of Siuno Fragrances—a brand deeply rooted in the language of botanicals, memory, and place. We delve into Amanda’s journey into the world of perfumery, her passion for working with whole botanicals, and the inspiration behind the creation of Siuno. She shares her dive…
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#005 Perdrisǎt Perfume A Conversation with Callum Mitchell
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In this episode, we delve into the creative world of Callum Mitchell, the founder and perfumer behind Melbourne-based fragrance house PERDRISÂT. Known for his cinematic approach to perfumery, Mitchell crafts each scent by hand, embracing a slow and considered process that captures personal narratives and emotions . Our focus is on “Daddy,” a stando…
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#004 - Anka Kus Parfum - A Conversation with Ali Erkekli
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In Episode 4 of the Olfactive Melbourne Podcast, Robyn and Trent sit down with Ali Erkekli — the founder and perfumer behind Anka Kus Parfum, a bold and eclectic fragrance house known for crafting olfactory journeys inspired by history, travel, faith, and art. Join us for a deeply personal and immersive masterclass as Ali guides us through This Emb…
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#003 - Ficifolia Fragrances - A Conversation with Sophie Marcoux
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In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Marcoux, the visionary founder of Ficifolia Fragrances, an Australian perfume house that captures the essence of city life through scent. Sophie shares her journey from product development to creating a brand that “reverse-engineers” scent memories, crafting fragrances inspired by moments like vintage shoppi…
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#002 - Criminal Elements - A conversation with Corey Newcombe
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In Episode 2 of Olfactive Melbourne, we dive into the bold world of niche perfumery with Corey Newcombe - founder, perfumer and creative mind behind Criminal Elements. Corey opens up about his path into scent, the architecture of his fragrances, and why leather, oud and ambergris are more than just ingredients - they are tools for storytelling. Thi…
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#001 - Cygnet Perfumery - A Conversation with Sondrine Kehoe and Patrick Beggs
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An immersive masterclass with Sondrine the founder and perfumer of Cygnet Perfumery, based in Victoria Australia. We dive into a fragrance that best represents Cygnet Perfumery and the creative process behind it. We also explore Sondrine's journey into perfumery, the creation of Cygnet and the broader Cygnet Perfumery range. Cygnet Perfumery can be…
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