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| The Secret to Andre Drummond's A-Game? Self-Care | 12 Sep 2024 | 00:31:46 | |
Andre Drummond, a 2x NBA All-Star, recently made history with his 10,000th career rebound. Known for his precision and power on the court, Andre’s game is as much about mental strength as it is physical. And it turns out he’s quite the scent connoisseur. Inspired by his Jamaican roots, he partnered with Drift to create Bungalow, his own signature car scent. In this episode, Andre sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who leads integrated marketing at Scentbird. He reveals the self-care rituals that fuel his success, his favorite scents (including a deep cut!), and, yes, confirms that he always wears cologne on the court. He goes on to share how he makes hotel rooms smell like home no matter where his next game takes him, and opens up about mental health, reminding men that "it's okay to not be okay." Highlights: • Scent layering: yay or nay? • Andre’s Scentbird collection • Andre wears this scent outdoors • The moment Andre fell in love with scent • “My mom introduced me to everything” • Andre wears this scent to fancy dinners • Andre tries new scents… on the court!? • A playful scent with a (secret) note • Making a hotel room feel like home • You’d be surprised to know Andre loves this scent • Andre’s self-care routines • Men’s mental health: “It’s okay to not be okay” • The scent that inspired Andre • Creating Bungalow, a car scent by Drift • Scent Connection, Breakthroughs Edition • What it smelled like: being drafted for the NBA • What it smelled like: first All-Star selection • Being part of Kobe Bryant’s last game • What it smelled like: hitting a career-high • Competing with Rudy Gobert • “Once you get a taste of success…” • What it smelled like: 10,000 career rebounds • How Andre wants to be known Shop Andre Drummond’s Drift car scent: Explore Andre Drummond’s Scentbird collection: https://www.scentbird.com/collections-men/andre-drummond.
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| The Hidden Beauty in Everyday Smells with Ellis Brooklyn | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:42:19 | |
Bee Shapiro, a beauty editor for The New York Times for over a decade, never imagined she’d start her own fragrance brand. But when she became pregnant with her daughter, Ellis, and began cleaning up her beauty routine, she noticed a lack of sophisticated, clean fragrance options. In 2015, she founded Ellis Brooklyn as a modern American brand that seamlessly integrates into everyday life. The result? Fan-favorites like Florist, Salt, Miami Nectar, and her newest release, Dear Sky—a tribute to the American West with a surprising fruity twist. In this episode, Bee sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who leads communications at Scentbird. She opens up about her nonlinear career journey from lawyer to founder, how motherhood has influenced her creative process, and why she has learned to appreciate, rather than mask, so-called "bad" smells. Highlights: • Introducing Bee, a pioneer in clean fragrance • Bee’s non-linear path: from lawyer to founder • The (real) life of a beauty editor • Representation in the beauty industry • The early Michelle Phan days • The Ellis Brooklyn origin story • Breaking into fragrance • Myth, the first fragrance • Finding beauty in “bad” smells • Motherhood superpowers • Body mists • What does “modern” mean? • Miami Nectar, a #1 bestseller • Bottles inspired by South Beach pools • Salt, a unisex scent • A life coach’s advice on managing stress • Sun Fruit, a Hamptons pool party scent • Florist, pretty but not “dainty” • Dear Sky, the newest release • What does beauty mean to you? • Scent Connection, Life Moments Edition • 3 ways to find your passion in life Featured Fragrances: Miami Nectar by Ellis Brooklyn Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Beyoncé, Paris, & Britney Fragrances are Having a Moment, with @paulreactss [Bonus] | 16 May 2024 | 00:14:14 | |
From the early 2000s to today, celebrity fragrances have played a major role in pop culture, capturing the essence of our favorite stars in a bottle. Whether it's the nostalgia of a classic or the excitement of a new release, these scents have become legendary in their own right. Kicking off our bonus “Having a Moment” series, where we bring you the latest fragrance trends, TikTok sensation @paulreactss returns with Scentbird’s Marianne Mychaskiw. They reminisce about the most iconic celebrity fragrances of our time, from Paris Hilton to Ariana Grande, and react to Beyoncé’s new release, Cé Noir.
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| The Mystical Power of Trees, with Scents of Wood's Fabrice Croisé | 09 May 2024 | 00:54:13 | |
“What’s your personal forest?” is the question Fabrice asks perfumers to kickstart the creation of a new fragrance. After building EB Florals devoted to the world of flowers, he launched Scents of Wood in 2020 as a love letter to trees. What he did next was a first in the industry: aging fragrances in wooden barrels, which brings out the notes and results in truly remarkable vintage scents. In this episode, Fabrice sits down with Mariya Nurislamova, Scentbird’s co-founder and CEO. They explore the various woods featured in the collection, offer a practical well-being guide to forest bathing, and introduce two new scents they co-created based on neuroscience research: Calm in Cedar and Strength in Santal.
• Why woods? • The Scents of Wood origin story • The HR Manager who changed Fabrice’s life • Early 2000s celebrity fragrance craze • An “aha! moment”: aging fragrances in wooden barrels • Using 100% of the fragrance • Truly vintage scents • The bottles: the “heart” of the forest? • 3 different brand names • The history of forest bathing • How to practice forest bathing • A unique way to brief perfumers • “What’s your personal forest?” • Scent Spotlight: Sandalwood in Oak, Cypress in Oak, and Orange in Chestnut • The fragrance inspired by humans’ early scent exploration • The fragrance a famous perfumer created for himself • Fragrances Fabrice has been wearing lately • Scent Connection, Woods Edition • Are certain woods easier to work with? • Introducing “neuroscents” from Scentbird x Scents of Wood • Creating beauty in the world
Cypress in Oak
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| How '90s LA Grunge Led to the First Clean Fragrance Brand, with Rosie Jane | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:53:58 | |
What did Los Angeles’ grunge era smell like? Rosie Jane Johnston remembers well. After moving to the city from Sydney in the 1990s, she built a career as a celebrity makeup artist and created Leila Lou as her “calling card.” Little did she know this scent would lead her to launch By Rosie Jane in 2010 as the first clean fragrance brand. Bringing a casual, down-to-earth approach, she wants it to feel like wearing your “favorite jeans and white tee.” In this episode, Rosie sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who runs communications at Scentbird. She debunks common myths about clean fragrance, reveals what makes her scents feel like a “second skin,” and tells the story behind her latest piña colada-scented fragrance.
• Leila Lou, the “gateway drug” • Fragrance as Rosie’s “calling card” as a makeup artist • Timeless fragrances • Making fragrance more casual • Leila Lou: pear, jasmine, fresh cut grass • Rosie’s definition of “clean” • What did LA smell like in the ‘90s? • What did growing up in Sydney smell like? • Cigarettes, gasoline, and the LA grunge scene • Life has a way of surprising you • Dulce, inspired by the ‘90s: vanilla, woods, musk • What makes Rosie’s fragrances feel like “second skin” • Applying fragrance and perfume oils • Rosie, a true skin scent: musk, sweet rose • A look into Rosie’s creative process • Behind the scenes of By Rosie Jane’s HQ • How to smell like a piña colada? Missy, the new release • The hardest fragrance to create • Debunking 4 common clean fragrance myths • Scent Connection: iconic women and what they smell like • Make-A-Wish: collaborating with a very special young perfumer • Using beauty and scent for good Featured Fragrances:
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| Nicole Miller on Meeting Elizabeth Taylor & Launching a New Peach Fragrance | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:36:49 | |
Nicole Miller is one of the most legendary names in fashion. She started out in the early ‘80s with runway shows that became the talk of the town, showcasing the biggest supermodels of the time: Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, and Tyra Banks. Nicole’s designs don’t just walk the runways — they’re worn by the likes of Beyoncé, Angelina Jolie, and Cyndi Lauper, each piece telling its own story of elegance with a hint of rebellion. Alluring and distinctly memorable, her fragrances have carried on this sensibility for many years, and she has just released a new collection: a 4-piece set that is the perfect accessory for every moment. In this episode, Nicole sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who runs communications at Scentbird. She talks about meeting Elizabeth Taylor, designing Barbie dolls in the '90s, and what makes “French girl beauty” special. Highlights: • Nicole’s impact in fashion Featured Fragrances: | |||
| An Inside Look at Scentbird, with Founder Mariya Nurislamova | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:49:59 | |
To try new fragrances, it was common to make a trip to a department store perfume counter. In came Scentbird. In 2014, Mariya and her co-founders built a scent recommendation platform. Soon people started asking to sample the fragrances, and almost five iterations later, the idea came to be: a 30-day supply of a fragrance of your choice. Today Scentbird offers 800+ fragrances to 700,000+ monthly subscribers in the U.S. and Canada. “We’re just getting started,” says Mariya, reflecting on the extraordinary growth and eying expansion to Europe. In this episode, Mariya sits down with guest host Jenny B. Fine, Executive Editor of Beauty at WWD and Beauty Inc. They take a trip down memory lane, revisiting pivotal moments on Scentbird’s 10-year journey. Mariya opens up about her early roots, shares her favorite fragrances of the moment, and reacts to stories from the community. Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| [Bonus] Scent World Live with The New Savant, House of Bō, Ulrich Lang, & The Maker (Part 2 of 2) | 21 Mar 2024 | 00:24:49 | |
In celebration of Scentbird’s 10th anniversary, we bring together a group of forward-thinking fragrance founders for our first Scent World Live. This bonus episode is split into two parts hosted in New York City by Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird.
They bring us into their world, play a game we call Perfume Pictionary, and answer questions from the audience.
• A brief intro from Brittney and the founders • A candle that smells like steamed rice • A scent that pays homage to Bernardo’s father • Capturing the smell of a warm hug • The story behind Fresh’s Cannabis Santal, inspired by sensual intimacy • The smell of sparkling soda • Joy and the smell of overripe peach • House of Bō’s first gourmand • Pairing tuberose with peach • Perfume Pictionary: Can the founders create a story for random fragrances? • The fragrance to pair with a great cocktail • Ingrid takes us on a spontaneous, deeply immersive scent story • Spray this fragrance by a crackling fireplace • Fragrances they’d pack to bring on vacation • The founders’ favorite places to create new fragrances Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| [Bonus] Scent World Live with D.S. & Durga, Commodity, Brown Girl Jane, & Scents of Wood (Part 1 of 2) | 21 Mar 2024 | 00:27:21 | |
In celebration of Scentbird’s 10th anniversary, we bring together a group of forward-thinking fragrance founders for our first Scent World Live. This bonus episode is split into two parts hosted in New York City by Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird.
They bring us into their world, play a game we call Scented Secrets, and answer questions from the audience. Highlights: • Opening words from Scentbird’s Chief Marketing Officer, Elena Lécué • A brief intro from Brittney and the founders • Creating a scent that smells like the inside of a star • Nature and well-being rituals • Layering to evoke different moods or emotions • Vicken bought Commodity… without ever smelling any of the fragrances? • Scented Secrets: Can the founders guess each other’s taboo inspirations? • Inspiration from soca music • Inspiration from skunk and elk!? • The smell of welding metal • The smell of a trashy NYC nightclub • A preview of upcoming launches • D.S. & Durga: Let’s Dive, diving into the deep ocean with whales • Brown Girl Jane: Carnivale, launching March 21st • Neuroscents from Scents of Wood: Calm in Cedar & Strength in Santal • Change the founders want to see in the fragrance industry Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Starting a Scent Revolution, with Confessions of a Rebel's Jeniece Trizzino | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:45:00 | |
What do men's and women's top fragrances have in common? It comes down to 13 notes that are perfectly gender-fluid. This was one of the "a-ha!" moments for Scentbird while developing its very first fragrance line: Confessions of a Rebel, which launched in 2018. The team set out to push against outdated archetypes and invite raw, unfiltered self-expression that goes beyond the binary. One of the creative forces behind the brand is Jeniece Trizzino, VP of Innovation & Physical Product. In this episode, Jeniece sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. She talks about what it was like to shape the brand hand in hand with customers, how Get a Room became an instant bestseller, and why she believes fragrance is the final frontier for beauty to catch up with modern society. We also step into a "Confessional Booth" where real people share their most intimate confessions involving ice cream, a bodybuilder, and even an exotic dancer. Highlights: Featured Fragrances: F*ck Mondays by Confessions of a Rebel Bite Me by Confessions of a Rebel Share your confession at https://confessionsofarebel.com/pages/confessional-booth. Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| TikTok Star @paulreactss on His Favorite Affordable Fragrances | 29 Feb 2024 | 00:52:15 | |
With 1.4 million followers, Paul Fino (@paulreactss) is one of the best-known content creators on #PerfumeTok. He has a keen eye for finding hidden gems and helping his audience discover affordable scents that don’t compromise on quality. In 2023, he fulfilled one of his lifelong dreams: creating his own fragrance, Miss Girl, in partnership with Oakcha. In this episode, Paul sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who runs communications at Scentbird. He talks about Nicki Minaj sparking his love for perfume, building a collection of 600+ fragrances on a budget, and layering as a door to a new dimension. Together he and Marianne explore 18 affordable fragrances including classic, artisan, and even viral KFC and Winnie the Pooh scents.
• Fragrances don’t have to break the bank • Miss Girl, Paul’s fragrance in partnership with Oakcha • Champagne Toast by Bath & Body Works • An unexpected Hawaii-inspired pick • How layering gives you a new dimension in fragrance • Why Discovery Kits are worth it • Scent is like art • How Paul built a fragrance collection on a budget • Budget perfume hacks: resale & bottle swaps • Pink Friday by Nicki Minaj, the first fragrance Paul ever bought • Pink Friday 2, a businesswoman on her way to a multimillion-dollar deal • Cé Noir by Beyoncé: is it worth the high price? • Honeypot by Winnie the Pooh • Eau D’uardo by KFC: will you smell like fried chicken? • Bitch, Please by Confessions of a Rebel • Paul reacts to his old viral videos • Video Reaction: A trip to Bath & Body Works • Video Reaction: On Jimmy Kimmel with Miley Cyrus • Video Reaction: Massive deals at T.J.Maxx • Paul reflects on his journey Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Chriselle Lim on Phlur’s Viral Scents & Her Love for Skin Musks | 15 Feb 2024 | 00:55:15 | |
Chriselle started as an OG fashion influencer. In 2021, she took over Phlur during a divorce and used fragrance to create what some call her “breakup album.” The result? A collection that’s as personal as it gets, capturing a whirlwind of emotions as she embarked on a new life chapter. In this episode, Chriselle sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who runs communications at Scentbird. We explore the power of scent in tough times, why skin musks are here to stay, and the story behind her viral fragrance, Missing Person, which drew a waitlist of 200,000 before it even dropped. Highlights: • How Chriselle pairs her outfits with scent • “I understood the power of fragrance” • A glimpse into Chriselle’s YouTube channel • The vulnerability behind Missing Person • TikTok’s reaction to Missing Person • It smells like skin (and that’s the point) • The fragrance to wear… at the gym? • Father Figure, Phlur’s first green fragrance • Embracing the masculine and the feminine • What makes Phlur so relatable • Chriselle’s favorite campaign • Not Your Baby, inspired by Michelle Pfeiffer in “Scarface” • “I don’t want a man in my life but I still want to feel sexy” • She’s sweet but she’s sassy • Mood Ring, a happy floral scent • A nod to 90s fun times • Phlur’s early pioneering in clean fragrance • Building Phlur for a new generation • Beyond Scent: Scent + Style Q&A • Why skin musks are here to stay • Chriselle’s least favorite fragrance note • Fragrances Chriselle and Marianne would leave behind • What Chriselle wears on a regular day vs. Fashion Week • Chriselle’s favorite fragrances (outside of Phlur) • How to find your sense of style • “In my 40s and afraid to show up as myself” • Scent Connection: Moods Edition • Raising daughters who are emotionally aware Featured Fragrances:
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| What Daydreams Smell Like with Ourside | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:38:56 | |
As the daughter of a Jamaican mother and an American father, Keta Burke-Williams often felt like the girl who never fit in. Fragrance became a powerful way for her to escape. In 2022, she founded Ourside with a collection of three scents, each inspired by a daydream: Dusk, Moon Dust, and Nostalgia. It's an invitation to explore a world where your senses are free to play and wander beyond the ordinary—a world where every fragrance is a gateway to a place that exists only in your mind, yet feels incredibly real. In this episode, Keta sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who leads communications at Scentbird. She discusses embracing community at the heart of Ourside as a truly New York brand (with every scent formulated and manufactured in the Bronx), fragrance rituals anyone can practice, and the Jasmine flower that led to her most personal scent yet. Highlights: • Introducing Ourside • How to "rewild" your spirit • NYC community roots • "I was always searching for belonging" • Diversity in fragrance • Daydreams as inspiration • Moon Dust (a witchy scent) • The Discovery Set • Dusk (a boozy scent) • Collaborating with perfumer Darryl Do • Nostalgia (a love-it-or-hate-it scent) • The smell of figure skating • What's next? Daydreams from Jamaica • Ourside's R&D Insiders • Keta crafts scents inspired by dreams from across the internet • Keta's dream for the world Featured Fragrances:
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| Building DedCool into a Gen-Z Fragrance Sensation, with Carina Chaz | 01 Feb 2024 | 00:43:15 | |
Carina created her first fragrance at 13 and launched her brand, DedCool, at 21. The first 1,000 bottles sold out instantly and before long, it was featured on the shelves of major retailers like Barneys and Sephora. DedCool’s scents challenge traditional norms, with a genderless, vegan, and non-toxic line that includes hits like Xtra Milk and Red Dakota. In this episode, Carina sits down with Heather Hyatt, who runs social media at Scentbird. She takes us behind the scenes of DedCool, reveals the “secret sauce” found in all their fragrances, and explores how the brand is a reflection of her coming-of-age story. Highlights: Featured Fragrances: Fragrance 01 “Taunt” by DedCool
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| Alaska Thunderf–k on Her Sexy New Fragrance & Favorite '90s Scents | 18 Jan 2024 | 00:48:28 | |
Alaska, a standout star from RuPaul’s Drag Race, made waves in the episode “Scent of a Woman.” There, she won the fragrance commercial challenge with her vision for Red For Filth. Fast forward over a decade, and she has just launched it as an actual fragrance that’s 100% vegan and “unisexual non-binary.” It’s edgy and perfect for a night out, mixing lilac and leather with a twist of something controversial. In this episode, Alaska sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who runs communications at Scentbird. She talks about developing her fragrance, reacts to iconic '90s scents, and explores how the art of drag influences beauty and culture. Highlights: Featured Fragrance: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Frederic Malle on the Ultimate Creative Freedom in Perfumery | 04 Jan 2024 | 01:02:30 | |
When Frederic Malle launched Editions de Parfums in 2000, he did something no other brand had done: credit perfumers on each bottle. Seeing perfumers as true artists, he gave them free rein to express their ideas in bold, new ways without feeling constrained by briefs, budgets, or deadlines. This approach has attracted some of the greatest perfumers in the world and led to iconic fragrances like Musc Ravageur, Carnal Flower, and Portrait of a Lady. In this episode, Frederic sits down with guest host Jenny B. Fine, Executive Editor of Beauty at WWD and Beauty Inc. He brings us into his creative mind and how he thinks about the art and craftsmanship of perfumery. He shares recommendations for classic scents and tells the story behind his most famous perfumes, including one inspired by Louis XV’s mouthwash and another that took 690 iterations to complete. Highlights: Featured Fragrances: Carnal Flower by Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| How to Make Your Car Smell Amazing, with Drift's Ryan Baylis | 21 Dec 2023 | 00:52:30 | |
Car fresheners came about in the early 1950s and since then, have looked (and smelled) pretty much the same. In 2016, Ryan Baylis and his co-founder, Christian Thrapp, set out to them a much-needed refresh. Handcrafted from wood, stone, or metal, Drift’s products are soaked in clean fragrance oils and attach to your car visor. They say they’re designed to blend in, with amazing scents that stand out. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Mariya Nurislamova, Scentbird’s co-founder and CEO. They reflect on the highs and lows of building online fragrance businesses that reach hundreds of thousands of customers every month. Ryan takes us back to the moment he delivered what he calls “the world’s worst elevator pitch.” He shares advice on how to keep your car smelling great, how to combat nose blindness, and why atmospheric scenting can be a tool for personal branding.
• The hike with Christian: “Got any good business ideas?” • Creating the wood freshener prototype • Do you know about nose blindness? • How Scent of the Month works • Where the Drift team draws inspiration from • Stone, Drift’s newest product • Metal, the freshener that totally blends in • “The car is such a symbol of independence” • Mariya on Scentbird’s acquisition of Drift • Picking scents based on personal vs. market tastes • “Wood manufacturing has been sustainable since the 20s” • Christian cut how many wood fresheners by hand!? • Scrappy entrepreneurial moments • “Selling fragrances online is the definition of insanity” • Mariya’s “aha! moment" with an early Scentbird customer • Ryan reacts to common car scenting methods • Don’t use this scent in your car • What’s wrong with the “new car smell”? • Layering scents… in your car? • Recommendations for cannabis fragrances • Scent Spotlight: Most Loved Drift Scents • The scent that smells like Hemingway’s boat • When you’re sick of winter, fire up this scent • Floral scents in cars? • Ryan reacts to nice & mean Drift customer reviews • Mariya on the story behind Get A Room, by Confessions of a Rebel • Creating Confessions of a Rebel as a gender-fluid brand • Who would be Mariya’s celebrity crush? • This Drift scent smells like… a cigar!? • Dealing with negative reviews • Scent Connection: Preferences Edition • Ryan’s favorite scents + fragrance recommendations • What’s the most dangerous smell you can think of? • The next frontier for Drift Featured Fragrances: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Inside Creed, One of the World's Oldest Perfume Houses, with Luis Cavallo | 07 Dec 2023 | 01:00:23 | |
Creed is one of the oldest perfume brands in the world. Founded in 1760 as a tailoring house, it has spanned seven generations of perfumers, making it a truly legendary name in fragrance. They first became known for creating bespoke scents for royals and dignitaries. Today, they carry on their legacy with handmade craftsmanship and rare ingredients that culminate into timeless fragrances like Aventus, Carmina, and Love in White. In this episode, Luis sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. He goes deep into Creed’s history, shares an inside look at their artisanal process, and reveals the most expensive ingredient in fragrance. Highlights: • Luis’s day-to-day as Creed’s Brand Ambassador • Creed’s 1760 founding: “We never started out as perfumers” • Moving from London to Paris in 1854 and why it was a big deal for fashion • The royal beginnings and earliest bespoke fragrances • A quick visit to Creed’s flagship store in Paris • Niche fragrance isn’t just about high price • The art of millésime, from seed to bottle • Why it can take 5+ years to make a Creed fragrance • Manual craftsmanship and operating in two speeds: “slow” and “stop” • Do you know the most expensive ingredient in fragrance? • “Each ingredient brings a little bit of where they’re from” • When is a fragrance ready? • “Nature can be a little dirty” • The inspiration for Carmina, Creed’s newest fragrance • Why fragrance has no borders • Scent Spotlight: Aventus, Aventus For Her, Love in White, and Millésime Impérial • The name “Aventus” and how it became such a hit fragrance • The surprising note in Aventus that went against the grain • What makes a fragrance sexy? • The touch on the Aventus bottle paying homage to Creed’s tailoring roots • The peach note in Aventus For Her that makes it delicious • Why Love in White is the perfect wedding fragrance • The fragrance for palace life, with the world’s most expensive ingredient • Scent Connection: Occasions Edition • Life without fragrance is like living in a black-and-white movie Featured Fragrances: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Rachel Zoe on Holiday Scenting, Gifting, & Matching Style to Fragrance | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:38:21 | |
Rachel rose to fame as Hollywood’s most influential stylist, known for creating the “boho rocker chic” look inspired by the 60s and 70s. Working with A-listers like Lindsay Lohan, Kate Hudson, and Jennifer Lawrence, she became synonymous with everyday glamour. She thinks fragrance is the finishing touch to any outfit and draws on different types of women to bring the Rachel Zoe collection to life. In this episode, Rachel sits down with Heather Hyatt, who runs social media at Scentbird. She reveals her most memorable scents, answers questions about fashion and fragrance, and shares recommendations for holiday scenting and gifting. Highlights: • Rachel’s newest fragrances: Invincible & Wild • What it’s like to create fragrances • Memorable fragrances throughout life • The first fragrance Rachel ever wore • Rachel’s favorite fragrance from her collection • What does it mean to be a Warrior woman? • Styling for the Warrior woman • The story behind the Rachel Zoe collection • How Rachel likes to wear fragrance • How to wear the collection day to day • What the Empowered woman smells like • Women’s greatest asset • Being a mom of boys • Beyond Scent: Q&A with Rachel on Fragrance, Style, & Fashion • Why Rachel doesn’t layer fragrances • Dos and don’ts for matching style to fragrance • Choosing your scent before leaving the house • Versatile wardrobe pieces every woman should own • Scenting your home for the holidays • Dos and don’ts for holiday gifting • Scent Connection: Milestones Edition • What Rachel’s first date with her now husband smelled like Featured Fragrances: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Malin+Goetz's New Twist on Classic Scents, with Matthew Malin & Andrew Goetz | 09 Nov 2023 | 01:01:57 | |
What does a simple skincare routine look like? At a time when skincare was becoming more and more complicated, Matthew and Andrew went a different direction: less, but better. They started Malin+Goetz in 2004 with just six essential products that worked for all skin types, tones, and genders. Today, fragrance is the brand’s fastest-growing category, with two collections that create a sense of balance: “the (un)florals” and “the vices.” In this episode, Matthew and Andrew sit down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. They talk about the bridge between perfumery and apothecary, take us back to their first Chelsea store, and reveal how they’ve put a new twist on scents like tomato, rum, and cannabis. Highlights: • The core essence of Malin+Goetz • What does a modern apothecary feel like? • Skincare 20 years ago vs. now • Why they never felt they had to jump on the “clean” trend • Malin+Goetz’s very first day in business • A trip back to the original Chelsea store • What New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood felt like in the early 2000s • Memorable smells: Paco Rabanne, roasted chicken, and makeup • Expanding into fragrance, with a nudge from Michel Mane • How do you put a modern spin on classic scents? • Capturing the essence of tomatoes, from the plant to the fruit • Matthew and Andrew’s 30-year+ partnership in business and life • The expression of balance, a sense of yin and yang • Turning strawberry, leather, and rose into scents • What gender-neutral leather smells like • Why rose is so common in apothecary • Scent Spotlight: Vetiver, Strawberry, Cannabis, and Dark Rum • Gender-neutral florals that celebrate more than just the flower • Mexico, mojitos, and the creation of Dark Rum • Amsterdam, cannabis, and why “it’s fun to be a little naughty” • Scent Connection: Favorites Edition • Matthew and Andrew guess each other’s favorite (and least favorite) smell Featured Fragrances: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Trixie Mattel on her Perfume Obsession, Fragrance Q&A + Scent Recommendations | 26 Oct 2023 | 01:26:26 | |
Trixie, the electrifying drag superstar, shatters boundaries and captivates audiences like no other. She won RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 3, and since then, has been on a meteoric rise to become a cultural icon. She worked with Integrity Toys to create the “Trixie” doll, was nominated for a Critics’ Choice Award for her “One Night Only” comedy special, and in 2019, debuted her cosmetics company, Trixie Cosmetics. In this episode, she sits down with Heather Hyatt, who runs social media at Scentbird. She talks about her obsession for perfume, answers questions about scent, style, and self-expression, and challenges her nose to guess common fragrance ingredients. Highlights: • One of the most powerful drag queens in America • If you’re not sure what to wear on Halloween, wear this • Fragrances Trixie has been wearing lately • What Trixie Motel smells like • First fancy cologne • Fragrance as an accessory for performance vs. everyday life • The perfect scented housewarming gift • Rocky Horror & way into drag • Trixie’s (extensive) fragrance collection • Trixie’s (perhaps even more extensive) Barbie collection • Why the name “Trixie” is reclaiming power • What RuPaul’s Drag Race was like behind the scenes • Trixie’s rise to fame • Designing Trixie’s Cosmetics packaging to look like toys • Trixie’s life in 3 eras & what they smelled like • Beyond Scent: Q&A with Trixie on Fragrance, Style, & Self-Expression • Co-worker wears too much fragrance? • Current partner wears ex’s perfume? • Wearing fragrance as a man? • Want to smell like a villain? • Fragrance as character building? • Breaking gender norms in your everyday style? • Mystery Scents: Can Trixie challenge her nose to guess these fragrance ingredients? • What’s next for Trixie Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Dita Von Teese on the Alluring Power of Perfume, Burlesque & Glamour (Part 1 of 2) | 12 Oct 2023 | 00:45:09 | |
Dita is the biggest name in burlesque since Gypsy Rose Lee. She is known for revitalizing the art form, mesmerizing sold-out theaters around the world with spectacles that evoke fantasy and freedom. Born Heather Sweet in Michigan, Dita posed on the cover of Playboy in the early 2000s and soon became fashion’s “it” girl. Her book, Your Beauty Mark, is a New York Times bestseller, and her latest fragrance, Scandalwood, is a collaboration with Heretic Parfum’s Douglas Little. This episode is split into two parts hosted by Marianne Mychaskew, who runs communications at Scentbird. In Part 1, we immerse ourselves in Dita’s enchanting world. She shares why she believes perfume is a tool for you to become whoever you want to be. She reveals her most memorable scents, the iconic mid-century women who inspired her, and how she developed her signature look. Highlights: • “There’s never been a time in my life when I haven’t used fragrance” • Dita’s early love for elegance and femininity • Dita’s most memorable scents growing up in the 80s • Dita’s first bottle of expensive perfume, which became her signature scent for years • Smell like your French boyfriend’s mother? “Get rid of the man or get rid of the perfume” • How Dita wears (and layers) perfume • Good girl perfumes vs. bad girl perfumes • Dita’s own fragrances, including Erotique, a cult classic • Going against the grain with celebrity fragrances • Dita’s Playboy cover and rise to fame • Reviving the garter belt and the power of red lip stick • “You can become whoever you want to be” • Developing the signature Dita Von Teese look • Inspiration from Bettie Page and first bondage photoshoot • Being made fun of for wearing vintage clothing • Breakthrough career moments, including biggest burlesque tours ever • Starring in Taylor Swift’s “Bejeweled” video • Why Dita felt attracted to past vs. present beauty icons • Scent Connection: Scandalous Edition • The iconic women from the Golden Age of Cinema who inspired Dita Featured Fragrance: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Dita Von Teese & Douglas Little on 1920s Perfumery & Creating Scandalwood (Part 2 of 2) | 12 Oct 2023 | 00:28:21 | |
In Part 2, we explore Dita’s collaboration with perfumer and Heretic Parfum founder, Douglas Little. Together, Douglas and Dita tell the story behind their latest fragrance, Scandalwood. They talk about their creative process, finding inspiration in vintage erotica, and why the social revolution of the 1920s made it such a rich period for perfumery. Highlights: • The story behind Dita and Douglas’ collaboration • How the industry tends to approach celebrity fragrances • The connection between Erotique and Scandalwood • Why the 1920s was a fascinating time to make perfumes • What is the fragrance of the 1920s Paris sex clubs? • Why Douglas abandoned his 100%-naturals approach with this fragrance • Dita’s direction: “add more champagne” • How you know you’re finished with a fragrance • Dita, Douglas, and a chance encounter in the elevator Featured Fragrance: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Endless Vacations in a Bottle with Memo Paris | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:38:12 | |
In this episode, John sits down with Benny Campa, who runs product design at Scentbird. They take you on a tour around the world: Kenya, India, Texas, Costa Rica, and Portugal, and explore each of the scents inspired by these places. John shares stories from his travels, how scent can deepen your memories throughout life, and ways to “give your nose a chance” as you explore various perfumes. Highlights: • Finding your place of grace • Introducing Clara Molloy, Memo’s Creative Director • Travel to Kenya with African Leather • Working with Aliénor Massenet, the brand’s nose • Love leather? Memo has 15 leather scents for you to choose from • The magic behind Memo’s signature illustrations • Travel to India with Madurai • What’s the best way to wear fragrance? • Travel to Texas with Marfa • Bottling the smell of cactus • Travel to Costa Rica with Tamarindo • A peek into Memo’s creative process • Travel to Portugal with Sintra • A blend of musk, vanilla, and gourmand • How to treat good perfume like a stylist • What makes Irish and French leather so special Featured Fragrances: Explore the Memo Paris collection at https://www.scentbird.com/brand/memo-paris.
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| Mona Kattan on Newest Kayali Collection, Perfume Layering & Entrepreneurship | 28 Sep 2023 | 00:58:25 | |
Mona introduced the world to Middle Eastern scent layering. She came into the limelight as the co-founder of Huda Beauty, and in 2018, founded Kayali, which translates to “my imagination” in Arabic. Propelled by the wildly popular fragrance Vanilla 28, the brand is known for its decadent, luxurious gourmands that demonstrate Mona’s belief that “perfume is pleasure.”
Highlights: Featured Fragrances: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Bridge Wellness and Culture, with Brown Girl Jane's Malaika Jones | 14 Sep 2023 | 00:58:10 | |
Can a fragrance do more than smell good? That’s the question behind “functional fragrances,” which are developed to elicit a certain emotion, mood, or cognitive state. Malaika and her team are pioneering this space, tapping into decades of neuroscience research to explore how scent can make you feel better. But they don’t stop there. They bring in an understanding of cultural nuances to create evocative scents that resonate across communities and foster rituals that fit into everyone’s daily life. In this episode, Malaika sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. She talks about how she went from Wall Street trader to founder, how to deal with burnout and perfectionism, and scents inspired by places like Kenya and Brazil. Highlights: Featured Fragrances: | |||
| Jo Loves Founder on Changing the World with Fragrance | 31 Aug 2023 | 01:01:29 | |
Jo has one of the most recognizable names in the perfume industry. Starting out with handmade scents from her kitchen, she grew Jo Malone London into a cult classic brand worn by royals. She sold the company to Estée Lauder in 1999, and after stepping away, found the inspiration to start a new venture, Jo Loves. It’s a rekindling of her deeply personal relationship with fragrance. In this episode, Jo sits down with Mariya Nurislamova, Scentbird’s co-founder and CEO. She reflects on what makes her a successful entrepreneur, tells the story of the scent that changed her forever, and reveals a new creation that is revolutionizing how people apply fragrance. Highlights: • Jo’s story • Jo’s extraordinary sense of smell: “I could smell if the dog was sick” • Dyslexia, synesthesia, and fragrance as a superpower • Seeing color for smell? • The magician’s assistant and early entrepreneurial roots • The promise Jo made to herself • As a 16-year-old, a dramatic scene gets Jo fired from her job at a flower shop • Full circle: the story of No. 42 Elizabeth Street • Ready for fragrance tapas? Nothing to eat, only to smell • Why brands need to create a “first kiss” moment • Jo’s tips for scenting your home • The scent that changed Jo forever • How to seal the deal with a retail partner? Douse their Burberry coat in Pomelo • Jo’s go-to fragrance notes • Why life is not about succeeding or failing • A fragrance paintbrush? A revolutionary new idea • How Jo thinks about packaging and the story behind the red dot • Scent Spotlight: Mango Thai Lime, White Rose & Lemon Leaves, and Number Forty-Two The Flower Shop • What would the Union Jack smell like? • Mariya tells Jo a quick story and Jo recreates it in 5 fragrance notes or less • Don’t worry about the teacher who didn’t believe in you as a kid Featured Fragrances: White Rose & Lemon Leaves by Jo Loves Number Forty-Two The Flower Shop by Jo Loves Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Experience Perfume as Armchair Travel, with D.S. & Durga’s David Seth Moltz | 17 Aug 2023 | 00:46:33 | |
David says that when he started out, he knew nothing about perfume, business, or the perfume business. From his Bushwick apartment, he began making fragrances for friends, and at one point, joined forces with his wife, Kavi Moltz, to bring D.S. & Durga to life. They brought together their backgrounds in music and architecture to create scents as immersive experiences, or what they refer to as “armchair travel.” In this episode, David sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. He talks about what it took to break into the industry, how he became a self-taught perfumer, and his exploration with fragrance ingredients, including the most expensive ingredient in the world. Highlights: • D.S. & the Hindu Goddess that inspired the name • The conversation that started D.S. & Durga • Remembering a smell… and then re-creating it • The worst thing David has ever smelled • Perfume and music as “invisible art forms” • The smell of Rockaway Beach • Perfume as armchair travel • How many perfumers are there in the world? • A look into how David creates scents • The most expensive fragrance ingredient in the world • Scent Spotlight: I Don’t Know What, Debaser, Pistachio • A simple fragrance formula and an overview of fragrance structure • The fragrance that’s 40% oil • A very toxic ingredient and the most common ingredient • Can you smell a rainbow? • David’s signature scent with hints of Great Western cowboy music • Finding the beauty in concrete • Advice for starting a perfume brand
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| Cherish Meaningful Memories, with Homesick's Lauren McCord | 03 Aug 2023 | 00:43:35 | |
What would Endor, the moon in Star Wars, smell like? How about Central Perk, the coffee house in Friends? Questions like these start the creative process at Homesick, a home fragrance brand with a knack for capturing places and moments. Whether it’s your favorite series, college town, or even wedding celebration, they know how to evoke a memory that transports you there. In this episode, Lauren sits down with Heather Hyatt, who runs social media at Scentbird. She tells the story behind their cult-classic Star Wars and Friends collections. She shares a method for crowdsourcing nostalgia, techniques for making candles last longer, and scent recommendations for popular zodiac signs. Go to https://www.scentbird.com/horoscope for curated scent picks for your zodiac sign. Highlights:
Featured Candles: Friends Central Perk by Homesick The Star Wars Collection by Homesick Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| [Bonus] Learn the Early History of Perfume as a Ritual, with Sue Phillips | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:37:47 | |
The root of the word “perfume," Ancient Egyptian perfume rituals, and the use of galbanum in the 13th century, with Sue Phillips, who carved her space in the industry as a "scentrepreneur.” It’s a term she coined to describe her work developing fragrances for luxury brands like Tiffany & Co., Lancome, and Burberry, and celebrities like Jamie Foxx and Katie Holmes. In this “Summer School” special bonus episode, Sue sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. She shares the early history of perfume as a ritual, the story of bringing Tiffany’s first fragrance to life, and how men can break free old-time scent preferences. Highlights:
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| Translate Your Personality DNA into Fragrance, with Azzi Glasser, the Celebrity Perfumer | 20 Jul 2023 | 01:04:11 | |
Azzi is known as the perfumer for the world’s biggest celebrities. Her creations help Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom get into character for movie roles and serve as personal fragrances for Kylie Minogue and Cindy Crawford. Her bespoke work starts at £15,000, but for the first time, she is making her scents more widely available with The Perfumer's Story, a limited-edition collection launching on Scentbird in October 2023. In this episode, Azzi sits down with Mariya Nurislamova, Scentbird’s co-founder and CEO. She takes us behind the scenes of what it’s like to work with iconic stars to develop their scents. She talks about launching the Agent Provocateur fragrance back in the early 2000s, how she bottled the smell of rain on earth, and a tip to increase your pheromones. Highlights: • The celebrity that calls Azzi a “white witch” • A behind-the-scenes look into bespoke perfumery for celebrities • What Johnny Depp is like one on one • The “stinky” fragrance that helped Helena Bonham Carter get into character • The fragrance that helped Johnny Depp play a 200-year-old vampire in a Tim Burton movie • The surprising scent for Helena Bonham Carter to play Miss Havisham in “Great Expectations” • How Azzi approaches scent creation (hint: it’s not through fragrance families) • The fragrance based on poisonous flowers • Does Azzi have psychic powers? • Why creating a bespoke perfume for Cindy Crawford was a challenge • Blood, sweat, and fecal matter: the fragrance for Jude Law to play Henry VIII • Early scent memories: England, India, and the smell of rain on earth • The opposite of trendy: bringing the Agent Provocateur fragrance to life • Azzi's all-time favorite scent notes (and combinations) • The intimate dinner at Kylie Minogue’s house • The celebrity that motivated Azzi to start her own brand • The story behind The Perfumer’s Story • Bringing heritage and edginess to the brand’s design • Why it’s hard to find a perfume that truly matches you • Scent Spotlight: Sequoia Wood, Twisted Iris, and Amber Molecule • “People stop me on the streets to ask what this scent is…” • The packaging and why you’ll want to keep it forever • The fragrance for fun-loving, bohemian, and eccentric people • Azzi’s tips for wearing fragrance: spots, sweat, and pheromones • How to smell like Kaia Jordan Gerber • The scent Azzi used to wear for bedtime stories to her kids • Scent Connection, All-Time Favorites Edition • The scent that Benedict Cumberbatch loves: “it tells a thousand stories” • What’s next for Azzi Featured Fragrances: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Cultivate Joy, from the French Riviera to Le Point G, with Veronique Gabai | 06 Jul 2023 | 00:48:55 | |
Along the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, the Côte d'Azur exudes an irresistible aura of sensuality. This timeless stretch of coastal paradise, often referred to as the French Riviera, is where Veronique spent her childhood. Now she captures the richness of the region into scents that spark joy and remind us to add beauty to everyday life. In this episode, Veronique sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. She opens up about what it took to start her own brand after a career at the helm of L'Oréal, Vera Wang, and Estée Lauder. We uncover the essence of her perfumes: a souvenir from Tunisia, a rose that can only be harvested for thirty days a year, and a sensation of pleasure through the G-spot. Highlights: • The love of life in the Mediterranean, from the markets to the cafes • How to make any moment of life more joyful • Overcoming the fear of becoming an entrepreneur • “I was not growing any more as an individual” • At L'Oréal, falling in love with fragrance as a career • The night Veronique was offered the chance to train with perfumers • Working on Acqua di Gio, which propelled Giorgio Armani into fragrance • Building a brand that taps into emotional connection • Why our sense of smell is so instinctive • Luxury is not about being “rare” or “distant” • The aura of Veronique Gabai fragrances • Generosity in action: ethical sourcing and respecting nature • Very few companies are 100% sustainable • Growing up in Antibes, surrounded by beauty • “My mother was an independent woman at a time when that was difficult” • Parents were Jewish and had to hide during the war: hunger, fear, and flight • Loving life and loving people • Scent Spotlight: La Point G, Souvenirs de Tunisie, Noire de Mai, Sexy Garrigue, and Sur la Plage • The scent that pays homage to women: curves, pleasure, and the G-spot • Why women’s pleasure is not like what we see in the movies • The orange blossom that connects Tunisia and France • The rose centifolia that can only be harvested early mornings in May • What a Mediterranean forest feels like • The scent that captures the sensation of a day on the beach • Scent Connection, Côte d'Azur Edition • The smell of pleasure (and womanhood) • Why you shouldn’t wear fragrance for others Featured Fragrances: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Find Your Own Path, with The New Savant’s Ingrid Nilsen & Erica Anderson | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:57:35 | |
As one of the first YouTube stars, Ingrid reached over 6 million followers and landed pioneering deals with Covergirl, Jo Malone London, and Fresh Beauty. In 2020, she joined forces with Erica, who had built a career in tech and media, to launch The New Savant. The brand pays homage to the untraditional, self-made journey in life. In this episode, Ingrid and Erica sit down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. From a tea shop in Paris to a ping pong table in Indiana, they take us back how they started making candles. They talk about capturing uncommon notes like desert air and pignoli cookies, and tell the story of the high school fantasy that inspired one of their most popular candles. Highlights: • Ingrid’s untraditional path, from college dropout to founder • The story behind the name “The New Savant” • Giving voice to those who have had to find their own way • Launching out of Ingrid’s kitchen and selling out in 7 minutes • The tradition customers started on their own • Essential workers and the most heartwarming customer notes • A 4-letter word, fancy potatoes, and the most hilarious customer notes • Making the first candle during a trip to Indiana • “I feel like this could be my next job” • Meeting at Lesbians Who Tech • Erica’s journey becoming who she wanted to be • What it felt like to wear CK One growing up • Ingrid feeling “never enough” and the weight of expectations • Why creativity (and the olfactive sense) made Ingrid feel like she belonged • The joy of wearing Bath & Body Works Sweet Pea and Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede • What does it mean to be feminine in presentation without the male gaze? • The darkness (and many edges) of BYREDO Sellier • Highlights from Ingrid’s 10+ years as a YouTube creator • Ingrid’s decision to come out publicly and why it was groundbreaking • Scent Spotlight: Mixed Feelings, California Christmas, and Dreamgirl • Notes of steamed white jasmine rice, the smell of home for Ingrid • Dreamgirl as a revisionist history of Ingrid’s teenage years • Scent Connection, Go-To Scents Edition • How many different ways can an almond cookie smell? • What candles made in honor of each other would smell like Featured Fragrances: California Christmas by The New Savant Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Travel to Distant Worlds, with ARQUISTE's Carlos Huber | 08 Jun 2023 | 00:55:08 | |
Think of a place and time in history and imagine what it smelled like. This has been the source of inspiration for Carlos: tapping into scent to unlock the past. His work as a fragrance developer includes the signature scent for St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, the nostagia-infused Vacation sunscreens, and the first fine fragrance for J.Crew. With ARQUISTE, he channels his background in architecture and historic preservation to create time capsule experiences in collaboration with perfumers Rodrigo Flores-Roux and Yann Vasnier. In this episode, Carlos sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. He talks about the magic of baby cologne and tells the story of how pachouli became the scent of outcasts. Together they explore destinations around the world through hundreds of years, from 16th century Japan to 17th century Mexico. Highlights: • What historic preservation and fragrance have in common • Where wanderlust took Carlos around the world • The magic of New York for perfumery • Fragrance ingredients native to Mexico: tuberose, frangipani, marigold, acacia • Grooming rituals and the first love for fragrance • Scent as a time capsule • Writing fragrance briefs as in-depth academic essays • What it felt like to smell the first-ever modifications • Why Americans are missing out on baby cologne • How the best fragrances are made • Scent Spotlight: Misfit, Nanban, and Sydney Rock Pool • The fragrance Rodrigo Flores-Roux made for Carlos • Why pachouli is a bit of an accident to our noses • The fragrance ingredients that “barbarians” brought to Japan • The summer scent that captures a day at the beach • Scent Connection, Distant Worlds Edition • What do these cities smell like? St. Petersburg, Paris, Acapulco, and Calabria • Why beauty is tied to meaning Featured Fragrances: Misfit by ARQUISTE
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| Vanilla Scents are Having a Moment | Part 1 ft. @paulreactss [Bonus] | 18 Jul 2024 | 00:15:51 | |
Vanilla is having a big moment and it’s not hard to see why. This cozy, sweet note brings a sense of warmth and comfort that just hits differently. Think of the nostalgia of baked cookies or that first sip of a vanilla latte—pure bliss, right? Lately, it feels like every perfume brand is jumping on the vanilla bandwagon, releasing scents that elevate the note and showcase its versatile charm. Whether mixed with florals, spices, or woods, vanilla adds that soft, sophisticated touch that’s simply irresistible. The result? A burst of new, delicious scents celebrating vanilla’s timeless appeal. Our bonus “Having a Moment” series dives into what’s trending in the fragrance world. In this two-part episode, Scentbird’s Marianne Mychaskiw is back with TikTok star Paul Fino, a.k.a. @paulreactss. As true “gourmand girlies,” they share their favorite vanilla scents and reveal Jennifer Hudson’s iconic signature fragrance, now finally back on the market. Scents Mentioned: That Girl | Viral Vanilla by Oakcha x @paulreactss Bianco Latte by Giardini di Toscana Vanilla Sex by Tom Ford Vanilla Vice by Snif Vanilla Candy Rock Sugar | 42 by Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 by Kayali Pistachio by D.S. & Durga Vanilla | 28 by Kayali Daisy Wild by Marc Jacobs Shop That Girl | Viral Vanilla at https://www.oakcha.com/products/that-girl-viral-vanilla.
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| Awaken Your Inner Maker, with The Maker’s Lev Glazman & Alina Roytberg | 25 May 2023 | 01:06:14 | |
Lev and Alina are best known for building Fresh into a cult beauty brand now part of LVMH. For the past decade, they’ve been channeling their passion into a new endeavor: a boutique hotel that expands into a lifestyle brand. Nestled in the Hudson Valley, with its vibrant arts scene and the Catskill Mountains as a backdrop, The Maker opened in 2020 with 11 intimate rooms across 3 historic buildings, and its very own fragrance and candle collection. It’s all meticulously designed to spark your deepest sensuality. In this episode, Lev and Alina sit down at The Maker Lounge with Benny Campa, who runs product design at Scentbird. They share why they believe everyone is a maker, what it takes to ignite that part of you, and the James Bond-inspired scent that might help.
• The story behind The Maker Hotel in Hudson, NY • Entering another world: a brief tour of The Maker Hotel • The Italy trip that planted the seed for Lev and Alina’s vision • Bohemian sensibility, color tones, furnishings, and various personal touches • The converted horse carriage that became The Maker Lounge • Why lighting is the jewelry of any room • The fragrance Lev created for Alina 30+ years ago • Crafting a feast for the senses through a fusion of art, design, and fragrance • Why nothing but an olfactory sensation makes you feel like coming home • Lev’s process for developing The Maker’s scent collection • The rooms that celebrate makers: The Artist, The Architect, The Gardener, and The Writer • An overview of The Maker scent collection • Why you are the ultimate maker of a fragrance • Scent Spotlight: Libertine, Stag, Naked, Fire, Spiritus, Gardener, and Artist • The winner of the Fragrance Foundation’s Indie Fragrance of the Year Award • What does love affair smell like? • The antique that inspired The Maker’s fragrance bottles • The scent that’s infused throughout The Maker’s public spaces • Lev and Alina describe each other in terms of scents Featured Fragrances: Libertine by The Maker Featured Candles: Spiritus by The Maker
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| Smell Like Louis XV’s Perfumed Court, with Parfums de Marly’s Yvan Jacqueline | 11 May 2023 | 00:50:49 | |
Have you ever wondered how France became the center of the perfume world? It was thanks, in part, to Louis XV. During his reign in the 18th century, the French royal court was known for its lavish use of fragrances, giving rise to a revolution that shaped perfumery as we know it. The splendor and opulence of this era serve as the inspiration for Parfums de Marly. Yvan joined the fragrance house in its early days and worked closely with its founder, Julien Sprecher, to grow it into one of the bestselling niche brands in the world. In this episode, Yvan sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. He takes us back to the time of Louis XV, tells the story of the iconic Delina collection, and reveals the fragrances that Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, and other modern-day royals like to wear. Highlights: • The magical moment that started Yvan’s journey at Parfums de Marly
Delina by Parfums de Marly Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Build Slow for the Long Haul, with Commodity’s Vicken Arslanian | 27 Apr 2023 | 00:56:50 | |
The story begins with a text message. While sitting at the beach, Vicken hears that Commodity has shut down and is looking for a new owner. It’s 2019, and by then, the company had made its mark on the industry as the first direct-to-consumer fragrance brand. Launching with a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign in 2013, it more than doubled its goal, became Sephora’s rising star, and just as quickly as it grew, Commodity found its future hanging in the balance. Vicken decides to buy the brand, and with decades of experience as a fragrance distributor, turns it around. In this episode, he sits down with Benny Campa, who runs product design at Scentbird. He explores how the art of perfumery can be more intuitive – an innovative idea inspired by skin scents – and why he doesn’t believe in what he calls the “Oprah effect.” Highlights:
Paper- Personal by Commodity Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Step into the World's Largest Private Perfume House, with Firmenich’s Frank Voelkl | 13 Apr 2023 | 00:54:18 | |
Since starting out in the early 90s, Frank has brought to life some of the most beloved fragrances of our time. Nowadays he’s best known as the creator of Le Labo’s Santal 33. His portfolio goes on to include collaborations with Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Jason Wu, and Ariana Grande. He’s been prolific in crafting scents that, in his own words, “evoke a profound emotional connection with the power to elicit pure, unadulterated happiness.” In this episode, Frank sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. They explore three areas that are shaping the future of fragrance: sustainability, artificial intelligence, and gender. Frank shares what it takes to become a great perfumer and takes us back to where it all began, his uncle’s farm in Germany, and all the smells that surrounded him. Highlights:
Glossier You by Glossier
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| Bring Back Rock ’n Roll Nostalgic Freedom, with Room 1015’s Michael Partouche | 30 Mar 2023 | 01:00:34 | |
Michael went from being a pharmacist by trade to being a rocker by trade. He says the guitar was his salvation. For over a decade he toured the world with his psychedelic rock band, Rodeo Massacre, where he was a guitarist, composer, and producer. At a certain point he leaned into fragrance as a medium for olfactive counterculture, a bridge between chemistry and art. In this episode, Michael sits down with Benny Campa, who runs product design at Scentbird. They reminisce about the 70s and 80s grunge and punk music scene. Michael reveals why he feels like the black sheep of the perfume industry and tells the story of a fragrance he perfected to smell just like a vintage guitar from his childhood. Highlights:
Purple Mantra by Room 1015
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| Fragrance Week Bonus Episode: Start Your Scent Journey, with #PerfumeTok’s Tiff Benson, John Gonzalez, and Emelia O’Toole | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:30:43 | |
Fragrance can be a little daunting, so in celebration of National Fragrance Day, we’re enlisting the help of three of our favorite #PerfumeTok content creators. They share candid reactions to most-loved and niche fragrances. We cover Frequently Asked Questions like how to experiment with fragrances, how to train your nose, and what to wear on various occasions. As a special treat, we explore literature as a gateway into the olfactive world, and even how to smell like Oscar Wilde. We've got lots more in store for you at our Fragrance Week Video Summit. | |||
| Stop and Smell the Roses, with Floral Street's Michelle Feeney | 16 Mar 2023 | 00:58:52 | |
Flowers have been used in fragrances since the ancient times, when plant-based ingredients like blooms, leaves, and resins were blended to create scented oils. Michelle thinks the time has come to give traditional florals the modern upgrade they deserve. She’s no stranger to innovation. Starting out in PR, she worked with the pioneering women who built the London fashion scene. She launched Tommy Hilfiger’s first-ever fragrance, helped lead MAC Cosmetics to become the biggest makeup brand in the world, and created beauty products that went on to become cult classics. In this episode, Michelle sits down with Heather Hyatt, who runs social media at Scentbird. She tells the story of the inspiration behind her fragrances, including an iconic Van Gogh painting and a famous British garden, and shares her advice on how to embody more confidence in self-expression. Highlights:
Wonderland Peony by Floral Street
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| Expand Beyond the Gender Binary, with Boy Smells’ Matthew Herman | 02 Mar 2023 | 00:44:21 | |
One idea has ruled the fragrance industry for generations: women wear florals and men wear musks. When Matthew and his co-founder, David Kien, began making candles out of their kitchen, they took a different stance. They named the brand Boy Smells and packaged products in a pink box, giving rise to what they call “genderful” expression. It’s an invitation to embrace the gender spectrum and tap into your fullest power by calling on both the feminine and the masculine. In this episode, Matthew sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who runs communications at Scentbird. He explores the history of gender-based marketing, collaborations with Grace Jones and Kacey Musgraves, and why Boy Smells is a love letter to his younger self. Highlights:
Cowboy Kush by Boy Smells Featured Candles: Grace by Boy Smells
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| Dare to Explore Taboos, with Scent Storyteller Chris Collins | 16 Feb 2023 | 00:55:25 | |
You may recognize Chris from his 25-year career as a model, where he appeared in over 60 campaigns for Ralph Lauren and became an iconic face for the luxury brand. It was on a spontaneous trip to Grasse, the French Riviera town known as the perfume capital of the world, that Chris struck a deal with a scent manufacturer to start his own line. Not long after, Chris Collins became the first Black-owned fragrance line to be sold at Bergdorf Goodman, Nordstrom, and Sephora. In this episode, Chris sits down with Brittney Jackson Moseley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. He tells the story of the cultural exchange between New York and Paris, takes us back to the artistry of the 1920s Harlem Renaissance, and reflects on what it means to live a bold, free life. Highlights:
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| Blend Luxury and Sustainability, with Stephanie Shepherd | 16 Feb 2023 | 00:39:05 | |
Steph first came into the limelight as Kim Kardashian’s assistant and rose to become the Chief Operating Officer of Kardashian West Brands. She now serves as the Chief Impact Officer of Plus, a biodegradable body wash brand, and co-founded Future Earth, a climate education platform. In partnership with Snif, Steph has launched her own fragrance. It’s genderless, housed in 100% compostable packaging, and named Suganami as an homage to her Japanese last name. In this episode, Steph sits down with Marianne Mychaskiw, who runs communications at Scentbird. She takes us back to early scent memories growing up in Ohio, why she has always been very specific about fragrance, and how she breaks norms in style and scent. Highlights:
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| Vanilla Scents are Having a Moment | Part 2 ft. @paulreactss [Bonus] | 18 Jul 2024 | 00:16:03 | |
Vanilla is having a big moment and it’s not hard to see why. This cozy, sweet note brings a sense of warmth and comfort that just hits differently. Think of the nostalgia of baked cookies or that first sip of a vanilla latte—pure bliss, right? Lately, it feels like every perfume brand is jumping on the vanilla bandwagon, releasing scents that elevate and showcase its versatile charm. Whether mixed with florals, spices, or woods, vanilla adds that soft, sophisticated touch that’s simply irresistible. The result? A burst of new, delicious scents celebrating vanilla’s timeless appeal. Our bonus “Having a Moment” series dives into what’s trending in the fragrance world. In this two-part episode, Scentbird’s Marianne Mychaskiw is back with TikTok star Paul Fino, a.k.a. @paulreactss. As true “gourmand girlies,” they share their favorite vanilla scents and reveal Jennifer Hudson’s iconic signature fragrance, now finally back on the market. Scents Mentioned: Vanilla Vibes by Juliette Has a Gun Cookie Butter by Skinpotion Vanilla Skin by Phlur Missing Person by Phlur Island Vanilla by Pacifica Viva Vanilla by Bath & Body Works Eilish by Billie Eilish Vanilla | 28 by Kayali Wild Madagascar Vanilla by Bath & Body Works 7 Summers by Dime Beauty Cloud by Ariana Grande Dirty Coconut by Heretic Ari by Ariana Grande
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| Let Rebellion Be Your Driving Force, with Heretic’s Douglas Little | 16 Feb 2023 | 00:57:23 | |
Douglas says that from a young age, he understood that a rebellious nature lived within him and was fighting for his voice. He’s not afraid to be polarizing and unapologetically himself. That’s the driving force behind Heretic. The brand is an expression of his intense love of nature and is on a mission to show the provocative side of naturals and the dirty side of clean. In this episode, Douglas sits down with Heather Hyatt, who runs social media at Scentbird. He breaks down his process for handcrafting fragrances that elicit a visceral and often erotic reaction. He takes us back to the day he met Gwyneth Paltrow and the story behind the This Smells Like My Vagina Candle, one of the creations he’s best known for, in collaboration with Goop. Highlights:
Featured Fragrances: Featured Candle: Soak in all of our audio and video content at https://podcast.scentbird.com. | |||
| Discover Scent World, a Scentbird Original Series | 27 Jan 2023 | 00:01:37 | |
A sneak peek into Scent World, a multisensory experience rooted in unfiltered conversations with perfumers, visionaries, and fragrance lovers. Follow to enjoy episodes soon.
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| Welcome to Scent World | 20 Jan 2023 | 00:00:26 | |
Introducing Scent World, a new show from Scentbird that explores the power of expressing yourself through scent.
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| Ditching Gender Labels in Fragrance, with The Phluid Project's Rob Smith | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:42:23 | |
They say, “don’t quit your job after your first Burning Man,” but that’s exactly what Rob did. He left behind a successful career as a retail executive and went on a journey to reconnect with himself. It was during a plant ceremony that he gained clarity on a new life purpose: opening a gender-free shopping environment. Less than a year later, in 2018, he launched The Phluid Project, a queer-centric store in New York City, the first of its kind, blending fashion, community, and activism. More recently, this vision has expanded to fragrance with a collection of four scents that blend feminine and masculine notes and break down barriers to self-expression. In this episode, Rob sits down with Brittney Jackson Mosley, who runs integrated marketing at Scentbird. He talks about his most popular scents (including a bestseller that’s perfect for summer), opens up about his journey embracing his full self, and answers intimate questions from his TikTok community. Highlights: • A life-changing Burning Man experience • The plant-based ceremony that “birthed” Phluid • Dissolving artificial labels • The “third gender” in indigenous wisdom • Phluid’s gender-free NYC fashion store • Queer-centric vs. queer exclusive • How Rob learned to embrace his full self • Mixing traditionally masculine and feminine notes • Transcend: dragon fruit and palo santo • Balance: the strongest Phluid scent • Intention: the newest (and bestselling) scent • Humanity: a great summer vibe • A super collaborative way to develop scents • Rob answers questions from his TikTok community • “Will it be easier to accept that some family will never support me?” • “How do you find queer communities in real life?” • “How do I express my gender fluidity in the corporate world?” • “How do you find the energy to keep going?” Featured Fragrances: Intention by The Phluid Project Humanity by The Phluid Project Transcend by The Phluid Project
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