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Between the Notes

Welcome to Between the Notes, a podcast where fragrance is more than a sensory experience—it"s a gateway to history, culture, and personal reflection. Hosted by Sarah, a strategist and anthropologist with a passion for all things scented, the show explores the intricate connections between fragrance and the human experience. Each episode dives into new perfumes, personal impressions, and the stories behind scents. Sarah shares thoughts on branded bottles, muses on trends, and offers insights on

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18: Wet Willies & that Italian-American Dolce Vita

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2025/10/31

This week is all about new smells; loved brands are revisited, new ones discovered. Olfactory cravings? Consider them satiated (for now). Fragrances mentioned:Neroli Pomodoro, Caffè Amaro/ Bianco ProfumoDo Son/ DiptyqueTamarindo/ Memo ParisTuberose Tantra, The Poet & Wedding in Oaxaca/ Kismet OlfactiveJardins de Misfah/ Une Nuit NomadeGlow/ AkroVetiver in Wool/ Scents of WoodUn Bel Amour d’Été/ Parfum d’EmpireWorkaholic/ FugazziBe sure to follow on Instagram ⁠⁠@btwnotes⁠⁠ for more smelly

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17: Tuberosa Primarosa & The Ultimate Vibe Curators

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2025/10/17

This week is all about discovering the breadth of Tuberose fragrances: the creamy, the fruity, the metallic and the narcotic. We also chat about a recent column from Jessica DeFino on strong smells, and an Ottoman lost artisanal profession (aka, the ultimate vibe curators): incense burning. Swipe to last image to see my favorite tuberose - a deep dive to come on that next episode!Fragrances mentioned:Tuberoza / NishaneNarcotic V. / NasomattoHonor Woman 43 / AmouageCafé Tuberosa / Atelier

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00:58:26

16: Chewy Smells & Drinking Frankincense

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2025/09/23

This week is full of new smells, old favorites and some heartbreaks. I also chat about the unique ways frankincense is used in Omani daily life as discussed in Hajer Harrathi's work.Fragrances mentioned:Molecule 01 + Iris / Escentric MoleculesDelta of Venus / Eris ParfumsTubéreuse Absolue / Perris Monte CarloBurrow / Paraphrase ParfumChampaca / Ormonde JayneMilky Dragon / Isabelle LarignonPluck! / Jerom StudiosForbidden Bloom / Mabelle O'RamaFougère Émeraude / Les IndémodablesIsland Lush /

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00:56:20

15: Scent & Social (Im)mobility

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2025/09/06

We often think about smell and fragrance in a vacuum; as a alternative form of self expression or beauty. But, scent is political. In this episode Sarah discusses Shivani Kapoor's writing on how Dalit autobiographies highlight smell and a critical experience that defines the caste system in India, and connect it to broader ideas of smelling "of your class". Don't worry, I of course chat about pretty smells too (perfume oils especially!)Fragrances mentioned:- Pear Inc/ JHAG-

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00:59:10

14: I Need to Smell Like Shampoo'ed Hair... Now

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2025/08/22

This week is all about comfort scents, and the ongoing search for a new hyperfixation: the soapy, bubbly, shampoo-y scents of your dreams (a sign of the times). I need to know: what's the squeaky, fruity floral concoction you find yourself back to now and then?Fragrances mentioned:Hydra Figure/ Miller HarrisFascent/ I Fig youNo. 19 Poudre & No. 5 Eau Premeire/ Chanel Sandalwood/ NematKimono/ d'AnnamQueen Nzinga/ Marissa ZappasPorcelain Pulse/ RoanChampaca/ Ormonde Jayne Ghost in The

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00:45:15

13: The Cardamom Shortlist & Scents of Home...

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2025/08/08

Looking for a cardamom fragrance to fit your mood? Look no further, from the opulent to shape-shifting, Sarah shares the ultimate shortlist has a something for everyone, and then gets into the olfactive power of protest and memory that enables us to retain ties (even if complicated ones) to our places of origin. Fragrances mentioned:Trayee / Neela Vermeire CreationsNordic Cedar / Maya Njie Kyoto / Comme des GarçonsMoon milk/ Stora SkugganTchai/ Hima Jomo Jaipur chai/ Ineke ParfumsOtis & Me /

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12: Impulse Buys, Cardamom & Fragrance Recession...

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2025/07/18

This week's episode is a bit more relaxed and chatty as Sarah talks about a recent smell trip, an very impulsive buy, the continued search for the perfect cardamom fragrance, and fragrance recession indicators (not all facts, observations and vibes). Fragrances/ products mentioned:Neroli Body Oil/ NuxeBody Lotion in Black Rose & Oud/ Salt & StoneThe New Savant Candles (Androgyne was the favorite) Amber/ Nemat Nippon Kodo Incense Sticks (Musk, Jasmine, Green Tea, Lotus &

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01:01:57

11: Do You Smell "Vulnerable"? A Village In Indonesia...

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2025/07/04

This week Sarah gets into reviews for fragrances from d'Annam, Chapel Factor, Aesop and more. Then from Indonesia we discuss Saki Tanada's research on how smell is associated with different states of being in Lombok, Indonesia. Fragrances:Tokyo Nights, Hinoki Meditation, Kimono/ d'AnnamMarrakech Intense/ AesopHoly Stick/ Chapel Factory Ashoka/ Neela Vermeire CreationsUn Air d'Apogée/ Violet ParfumEuphoria/ Calvin KleinGucci Guilty Intense Pour Femme/ Gucci Work Cited:Pregnancy,

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01:01:26

10: AI, Perfume & Craftsmanship

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2025/06/28

This week Sarah discusses thoughts on Amer Perfume's Arabian Jasmine (Art & Olfaction award-winning), Perennial and Mandaroud before diving deep into the introduction of AI in the perfume industry, and its impact on the concept of craftsmanship (and Sarah shares her absolute no-nos for AI in perfume)Perfumes mentioned: Arabian Jasmine, Perennial, Mandaroud/ Amer PerfumesWorks cited:Arabelle Sicardi for The Verge "How AI Infiltrated Perfume" June 24, 2025I also suggest reading

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00:42:08

9: Smells of Egypt, Past & Present

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2025/06/20

This week, Sarah gives a brief review of Trayee, an introductory scent from the house of Neela Vermeire Creations. Then we dive into Dora Goldsmith's work on constructed smellscapes in ancient Egypt, and muse on smells of today's Egypt. Chuck out your 1920s harem pants and bobs, because this is not the Egyptology you think it is! Fragrances mentioned:Trayee/ Neela Vermeire CreationsWorks mentioned: Goldsmith, Dora. "Smellscapes in ancient Egypt." The Routledge Handbook of the

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8: Incense & Smellmaxxing, a tale as old as time?...

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2025/06/06

This week's episode is an overhaul list of incense fragrances and wonderful recommendations. We also get into some musings on smellmaxxing, its positioning, and its connection to practices in the past. After you listen, i'm curious to know, why do you wear perfume? Fragrances mentioned:Kyoto, Avignon, Ouarzazate, Floriental/ Comme des Garçons, Wazamba/ Parfum d'Empire, Princess/ Lanvin, Oak & Oak/ Scents of Wood, Indigo Smoke/ Arquiste, Copal de Terre/ Le Monde Gourmand, Etui Noir/

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00:56:55

7: Narcissus & Fragrant Identities in Zanzibar

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2025/05/30

For this week, we get into a review of a lovely narcissus find and an interesting, impulsive shopping experience. For our fragrance cultural discussion we delve into fragrance practices and identity in Zanzibar as discussed in Rosabell Boswell's work from 2008: How fragrance practices shifted after the 1964 revolution, how it converged and diverged African and Arab ethic identity expression, and the tricky business of documenting "intangible" cultural heritage like fragrance.Fragrances

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00:55:52

6: Discovery Deep Dive - Les Indémodables

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2025/05/23

This week is another discovery set deep dive! I chat about the Les Indémodables collection. Each offering presents an austere, well respected material traditionally used in perfumery, and takes an elegant yet playful approach. Yet, each playful take is grounded in a classical style of perfumery. Les Indémodables encapsulates the best of niche perfumery, emphasizing luxury and quality with each composition. Discovery set (in order of appearance): Fougere EmeraudeOranger SiroccoOriental VeloursChypre

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5: Big Bottle Manifesto & Hiram Green

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2025/05/18

This week we chat about musings on my personal "big bottle manifesto" and discuss the Hiram Green discovery set. Spoiler: Tryst has become my most beloved orange blossom fragrance. Ever. Let me know your favorites from the brand!Fragrances mentioned:Papyrus Oud/ Parle Moi de ParfumNeroli Nasimba/ Maison CrivelliRiva/ LootahO'Feminin/ M.MicallefAll of me/ Narcisco RodriguezMaggie the Cat is Alive i'm Alive/ Marissa ZappasLa Panthere Parfum/ Cartier Discovery set/ Hiram GreenBe sure

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00:58:07

4: Japan Etymology & Decolonizing Scent

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2025/05/09

This week we chat out decolonizing our sense of smell, Japanese linguistics and the antidote to perfume overconsumption all in one go! Both segments of today show are taken to discuss a wonderful piece by Lorenzo Marinucci, but next week we will be back with new smells and perfume reviews! Neroli Oranger/ Matiere PremiereGalavant / House of PuentePhoenix Flame/ Mabelle O'RamaIncense Kyoto/ Comme des GarçonsWorks cited: Marinucci, Lorenzo. " On a Trail of Incense: Japan and Olfactory

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01:00:06

3: New buys & Scents from the Seyahatname

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2025/04/26

What did scented dreams and smelly caves say about 17th century Ottoman social mobility and global positioning? Why do I like perfume oils so much? How many Turkish words can I mispronounce in an hour? All are answered on this week's episode!I get into some new perfume acquisitions, hint at some discovery sets on the way, and review "Aromas of knowledge, networks of scent: tracing the olfactory imagination of a 17th-century Ottoman traveler" by Rao Mohsin Ali Noor. Let me know your thoughts!Perfumes

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00:41:47

2: Mama Perfumes & Tang Dynasty Saffron

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2025/04/15

Welcome to Episode 2 of Between the Notes!This week Sarah defines what a "mama perfume" is and reviews works that outline the "cultural biography" of aromatics like Saffron in 7th century China.Fragrances mentioned:Beautiful, Knowing and Knowing legacy by Estee LauderCharlie Azure by RevlonChanel No. 5 & Chanel No. 5 Eau Premiere by Chanel O'Feminin by M. MicallefRival by LootahIris Celadon by Armani PriveIncense Kyoto by Commes De GarconOak in Oak by Scents of WoodVetiver Bourbon by Parfum

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1: Escapism for Spring & Decentralizing Musk

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2025/04/09

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Between the Notes!Hosted by Sarah, a lifelong lover of perfume, this podcast explores fragrance through a social and historical lens.Between the Notes aims to challenge common understandings of perfume across time and place, highlighting its rich cultural significance. And while we’re at it, I’ll also share some of my current favorite scents!Fragrances mentioned:3 Fleurs: Parfum d' EmpireReflection Man: AmouageNight Flower: Eris ParfumsIndigo Smoke:

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