Welcome to Sillage and Sorcery, a podcast that explores the enchanting world of perfume through the eyes of two witches who intertwine their craft with the art of perfumery. In each episode, we center our discussion around a specific ingredient. Bee, the perfumer behind Venus Invictus, delves into the history, discovery, and chemistry of that ingredient. Meanwhile, Melissa, the creative nose behind Sif Sniffs , highlights a well-known perfume that incorporates it, discussing its significance ...
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Sillage And Sorcery Podcasts
Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about how frankincense needs to be conserved as well as how even obtaining it takes you on a hero's journey! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses Lush's Bond Street 1972, where the name came from, its perfumer, as well as Lush's "activism." Want to support the sh…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about the resinous witchery behind opoponax and myrrh, and why it is so beloved in perfumery! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses Guerlain’s Shalimar, from its origin of legend, how it’s discussed in the world of perfumery, and what marks it as a classic scent t…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us about swamp green and ghosts in Florida. Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses how she can bend steel and how her Hobbit wooed her aggressively. Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this co…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about just how witchy benzoin can be, and how it has been for centuries! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses the origins of Prada, designer brands that outsource their fragrances, and how indie perfumers are getting hurt by larger brands. Want to support the sho…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses how Norse religious beliefs were co-opted by racists. Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about how racism is ubiquitous in the fragrance industry. Fortunately for our listeners, both hosts discuss how you can learn to be better! Link to Siri's resources on anti…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about galaxolide, phthalates, and other chemicals that stay in our bodies and environments forever -even grosser than beaver nads! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses The Body Shop, White Musk, and why Melissa can only call the founder "Dame Anita". Want to supp…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus and Melissa of Sif Sniffs interview Jen Siems of Immortal Perfumes. We discuss how intuition can guide you, the importance of learning, and how Zac Efron and Melissa are destined to be together. Want to follow Jen? Her website is here and she is on IG here and she is on …
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about how designer molecules came to be and how they can help and hurt indie perfumers! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses Emily Weiss, Glossier You, and why you shouldn't let Timothée Chalamet wear your hoodie. Want to support the show? Buy from our brands whi…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus and Melissa of Sif Sniffs interview Austin Fuller of BaneXBramble. We discuss the intimate connection of perfumery and witchcraft, how they are related, and only the spiciest of hot takes. Want to follow Austin? Their website is https://www.banexbramble.com and they are …
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about the diverse ways that aldehydes are used in perfumery! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses Chanel No. 5, how Coco became Coco, how a car accident led to her making the perfume, how Rasputin is involved, and Nazis. So many Nazis. Want to support the show? B…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus interviews Melissa, one of our fabulous hosts and the nose behind Sif Sniffs! Melissa discusses her hot takes on perfumery, what ingredient pisses her off, and how Sif in an integral part of the brand's ethos. Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linke…
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Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus. discusses the beaver sacs known as castoreum, how we got it and how it became used in perfumery. Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses the background of Zoologist's Beaver and its many variations. Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps …
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Welcome to another fun of Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Melissa of Sif Sniffs interviews Bee, one of our fabulous hosts and the nose behind Venus Invictus! Bee discusses their hot takes on perfumery, their favorite products, and their perfumery philosophy. Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps suppor…
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Welcome to another fun episode of Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus discusses the rich history of civet both in perfumery and how this divisive ingredient rose to prominence. Melissa of Sif Sniffs goes on to discuss Elizabeth Taylor and how she came to make celebrity fragrances mainstream. Want to support the show? Buy fro…
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Season 1 Episode 2- We are looking forward to bringing you interviews with indie perfumers for their thoughts on perfumery, and we are starting with Janine Malina of Black Earth Botanica! You can follow Janine here: https://www.instagram.com/blackearthb... https://blackearthnyc.bigcartel.com https://www.patreon.com/blackearth?fb... Want to support …
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Welcome to the introductory episode of Sillage and Sorcery! In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus discusses the rich history of Ambergris both in perfumery as well as in history as a whole. Melissa of Sif Sniffs goes on to discuss the origins of Baccarat Rouge 540 in popular culture and how this signature fragrance became so iconic. Want to suppor…
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