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The Perfume Making Podcast — 126 episodes

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1

Done with Hustle? - Building a Stronger Perfume Business That Won’t Burn You Out in 2026

2

Layering Like a Pro (or a Rebel): From TikTok Hacks to Indie Perfume

3

Don’t Sell Yourself Short! Building a Perfume Business Without the Discount Spiral

4

Making a Mod: Embracing Iteration in Perfume Making and Doing It Right

5

Evaluating Your Fragrances: How to Judge Your Scent Like a Professional

6

Why Buying More “Magic” Materials Won’t Make You a Better Perfumer

7

You’ve Made Soup! - How to Avoid a Muddy Fragrance

8

Raw Notes - What I Learned from Bruce Springsteen

9

The Evolution of Musk - Part 2

10

The Evolution of Musk - Part 1

11

Soapy, Sparkling, Strange - A Journey Through Aldehydes

12

Decoding Aldehydes - The Chemistry of Chanel No. 5

13

Synthetic Scents - The Risks of AI in Perfumery

14

When Chemistry Meets Creativity - A Beginner’s Guide to Synthetic Perfume Materials

15

Eau de What? - Demystifying Perfume Concentrations

16

The Art of Weaving Time - Crafting Order from Chaos

17

Rest - The Most Underrated Note

18

The Tincture Trap - Why Tinctures Often Fall Flat

19

Too Much of a Good Smell - The Myth of Longevity in Perfumery

20

The Architecture of Aroma - Structuring Floral Fragrances

21

Reflections of 30 Years - Things I Would Tell My Younger Self

22

Lessons That Last Part 4 - Building a Brand Without Breaking the Bank

23

Lessons That Last Part 3 - How to Structure a Scent

24

Lessons That Last Part 2 - Learning Materials

25

Rose Overdose - My Week at The Rose Retreat

26

Branding 101 - An Interview with Fiona Humberstone, The Brand Stylist

27

100 Episodes Later…  Lessons That Last

28

You Don’t Have to Break the Bank - Starting a Perfume Brand on a Realistic Budget

29

The Democratisation of Scent - Perfume in the Digital Age

30

From Day Job to Dream Job - Why it’s Never Too Late to Follow Your Dreams

31

From Scroll to Sold - Mastering Social Media for Brand Growth

32

A Nose for the Niche - Crafting a Unique Fragrance Voice

33

Success Doesn’t Have a Deadline - The Importance of Moving at Your Own Rhythm

34

The Art of Stopping - A Moment to Reflect

35

The Emotional Palette - Using Colour to Connect with Consumers

36

The Essence of Roses - From Harvest to Heart

37

Experience of a Lifetime - An Interview With Pia Long Part 2

38

Experience of a Lifetime - An Interview With Pia Long Part 1

39

Back to Basics Part 4 - Why The Fragrance Journal is the Best Tool You’re Not Using

40

Back to Basics Part 3 - The Importance of Having an Efficient Workspace

41

Back to Basics Part 2 - A Beginner's Guide to Perfume Formulation

42

Back to Basics Part 1 - Selecting the Right Materials

43

A Strong Base - Why Alcohol is the Best Place to Start

44

Next Steps - How You Can Grow Your Brand with Confidence

45

Fragrance 2.0 - The Integration of Technology and Scent

46

Reflections for Growth - Learning From 2024 to Build a Better 2025

47

Scent Shift Part 3 - The Smell of Success - Creating Habits with Scent

48

Scent Shift Part 2 -  Creating Emotional Anchors With Scent

49

Scent Shift Part 1 -  How Fragrance Influences Emotions

50

Black Friday Special - Foundations of Fragrance

51

Scent as Story - How to Build a Brand that Captivates

52

Beyond the Scroll - The Positive Impact of Social Media on Your Business

53

Reframing Your Thoughts and Fears - How a Mindset Change Can Take You to the Next Level

54

Slow and Steady Wins the Race - Why Rushing Will Only End in Disaster

55

It Takes Time - Growing Your Brand Piece by Piece with Liz Grech

56

The Time is Now - When to Take Aligned Action

57

An Introduction to Fragrance Families - Part 5 Fougere

58

An Introduction to Fragrance Families - Part 4 Amber

59

An Introduction to Fragrance Families - Part 3 Chypre

60

An Introduction to Fragrance Families - Part 2 Floral

61

An Introduction to Fragrance Families - Part 1 Citrus

62

Customers are Waiting  - Selling Your Products on Amazon with Kelly Colman

63

The Untold Power of Scent - How Fragrances Can Lead to Happiness and Wellbeing

64

A Holistic Message - Blending Marketing, PR and Wellbeing with Ana Kaplan

65

2+2=4 - Perfume Math Made Easy

66

Overcoming Overwhelm - Where, When and How to Start Perfume Making

67

Triumph Over Adversity - Turning Life’s Challenges into Booming Businesses

68

A Different Kind Of Magic - How Perfume Making is Magic in its Own Right

69

Navigating MOCRA: Understanding the New Fragrance Industry Regulations with Jaclyn Bellomo

70

A World of Fragrances - A History of the Classification of Scent with Micheal Edwards

71

Eye of the Beholder - How You Can Create a World Class Visual Brand on a Budget

72

Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain - Jumping Head First into the World of Perfumery with Liz Moores

73

The Master of Scent -  The Life and Work of Jean Carles

74

The Beginners Challenge - 8 Challenges You Will Certainly Face and How to Overcome Them

75

Keep Moving Forward - How To Get Where You Want To Go with Earl Williams

76

Saved From Extinction - How Quintis took Sandalwood from endangered to sustainable.

77

A Leap of Faith: Why Following Your Dreams is the Most Rewarding Thing You Can Do

78

Mindfulness and Meditation: How Internal Exploration Enhances Creativity in Perfume Making

79

From Artists to Artisans - How a Former Actor and Former Musician Launched an Online Fragrance Store for Artisan Brands.

80

Piloting Success: Navigating the Launch of Your Product with Karen's 7 Essential Tips

81

Crafting Essence: The Art of Natural Perfumery with Daniela Carrasco of Linen Tutu

82

Scents of Success: Crafting Your Fragrance Product Range with Karen

83

Crafting Exclusivity: The Art and Business of Bespoke Perfumes

84

From Industrial Engineering to Artisan Perfumery with Marbella Perfumes

85

The Scent of Success: How to Confidently Price Your Perfume Creations

86

Scented Stories: From Broken Bottles to Bespoke Bases with Jamie Frater

87

Beyond the Drop: Mastering Precision in Perfume Measurements

88

The Scent of Controversy: The Unethical Practices of Dupes and Copycats

89

Exploring Natural Perfumery with Gandha Temple

90

Scented Science: Exploring Synthetic Materials in Perfumery

91

The Perfumer's Palette: Crafting with Bergamot, Rose, Jasmine, and Sandalwood

92

The Commonplace Book: When, Why and How To Use It

93

Scented Symphony: Balancing Art and Science in Perfume Making

94

Artisan Branding and Perfume Alchemy with MISKEO

95

Making the Most of 2024 - Part 2

96

Making the Most of 2024

97

Deepening Your Self-Care Routine with the Power of Scent

98

The Truth About Natural Skincare with Lorraine Dallmeier of Formula Botanica

99

Room Fragrances: How to Set the Mood in Any Space

100

Why You Shouldn't Use Fragrance Oils In Your Perfumes

101

Should You Make Your Own Perfume?

102

An Education in Fragrance with Lorna Mckay

103

Starting A Perfume Business

104

Fragrance Families

105

All About Mindset

106

Why I Quit my Job for Perfume: Alumni Interview with Lizzie Brooks

107

How and Why to Create a Scent Story

108

Ask Karen Anything!

109

Getting Started in the Fragrance Industry: Tips and Insights

110

Exploring the World of Alcohol-Free Perfumes: A Deep Dive Into Oil-Based Fragrances

111

Navigating Safety Regulations: Selling Perfumes and Fragranced Products

112

Palette Naturals: Creating Natural Fragrances Made Easy With Miriam Vareldzis

113

Aromatic Alchemy: Harnessing Scent's Power to Transform Mind and Mood

114

Mastering the Art of Long-Lasting Perfumes

115

Alcohol in Perfume

116

Emotional Fragrance Design With Scott Moroschan

117

From Concentrate to Elixir: Demystifying Dilution in Perfume Making

118

The Building Blocks of Scent: Delving into the Creation of Perfume Accords

119

The Great Perfume Debate: Natural vs. Synthetic Materials Unveiled

120

The Symphony of Fragrance: Delving into Top, Middle, and Base Notes in Perfume Creation

121

How To Train Your Nose - Build Your Perfume Materials Knowledge

122

3 Things You Need To Focus on to Make Great Perfume

123

Perfume Making 101: What Materials to Buy and Where to Get Them

124

Setting Up Your Home Perfume Making Studio

125

Demystifying Perfume Making: What Goes Into Your Fragrance?

126

The Art of Perfume Making: A Beginner's Guide