Best Interpreting Wine Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 559: Sierra de Gredos Terroir Deep Dive, DOP Cebreros Series ep 3/3 1:17:41

4d ago1:17:41

1:17:41

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to back the DOP Cebreros Series. Specially commissioned by for your listening pleasure by DOP Cebreros. Today we close out the series in what I think is the most logical of places, in the vineyads. This landmark episode serves as a virtual tour of three representative zones of the Sierr…

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Ep 558: Conectando Gredos 2024 Event Coverage, DOP Cebreros Series, 2/3 55:21

8d ago55:21

55:21

We continue the DOP Cebreros series today with coverage of Conectando Gredos 2024 (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:03:25) Daniel Ramos - Bodegas Daniel Ramos (00:12:17) Barbara Requejo - Las Pedreras (00:19:45) Ariana Rolich - AR Wine (00:31:11) Doreen Auerbach - Vino y se quedó (00:39:35) Agustín Trapero - Sommelier (00:45:27) León Benazerraf and Bego…

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Ep 557: Alex Taylor, The Online Tasting Company, PEER 2 PEER Series, 2/5 32:54

11d ago32:54

32:54

We continue the PEER 2 PEER series today in the company of Alex Taylor of The Online Tasting Company. In what is a fantastic deep dive into an entrepreneurial journey that began in early 2020. (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Alex Taylor Origin Story (00:03:10) Discuss the problem they solve (00:06:05) Sulphites deep dive (00:13:30) The discover…

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E88 Haysley MacDonald - te Pa Wines 38:55

13d ago38:55

38:55

In 2003 Haysley and his family started a new adventure, converting their dairy and crop farm into vineyards and in 2011 te Pā was born. That spirit of discovery and independence lives on today. www.tepawines.com www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast This episode is brought to you with thanks to www.bizebu.com - Let's get your busine…

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E87 Nigel Elder - The Elder Pinot 39:31

23d ago39:31

39:31

Nigel Elder is the visionary behind The Elder Pinot and his story moves through various vocations before landing in Martinborough where he worked alongside some of New Zealand's great winemakers before venturing off to make his own exquisite Pinot Noir. www.theelderpinot.com www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast Music track featured…

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#116: - Inspiring Creativity with The Naturalists Perfume Group 48:25

29d ago48:25

48:25

In this episode, Frauke sits down with San Francisco - based perfumers Loreto Remsing and Victoria Artz of the creative perfume group The Naturalists. If you enjoy pursuing any creative endeavor, this conversation is for you because Loreto and Victoria not only share what this creative group is, but also what their sessions look like, and what acti…

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Ep 556: Jenni Davis, Grape Nights, PEER 2 PEER Series, 1/5 30:09

1M ago30:09

30:09

We kick things off this series today in the company of Jenni Davis of Grape Nights. In today’s conversation we focus on her journey of planting a small vineyard. And the challenges she and her husband have overcome to this point. (00:00:08) Episode intro Jenni Davis Origin Story Starting the Wine Journey Pre-prepping Prepping the land Planting Grap…

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#115: Whiff of Wisdom: What We Misunderstand About Aromatherapy | Robert Tisserand 19:38

1M ago19:38

19:38

In this week's whiff of wisdom, aromatherapy pioneer and author Robert Tisserand shares what he believes people get wrong about aromatherapy. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #37. Whiff of Wisdom is a new format that's being added biweekly, which spotlights an inspirational insight from a guest on the pod. The goal is to offer y…

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Ep 555: Hannah Tovey, London Wine Fair 2024 26:59

1M ago26:59

26:59

(00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:50) Hannah Tovey - Event Director (00:02:50) Reflections on London Wine Fair 2023 (00:06:50) New and returning exhibitors at LWF 2024 (00:12:30) Interpreting Wine reflections on exhibitors from New York, Serbia and Georgia (00:14:28) London Wine Fair Pop ups - including New Zealand, South Africa and Georgia (00:17:08…

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#114: Training Your Nose (incl. Wine Tasting) with Isabelle Lesschaeve 1:00:41

1M ago1:00:41

1:00:41

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Sensory Scientist and Wine Tasting Mastery Coach Dr. Isabelle Lesschaeve to discuss interesting ways to train your nose. Isabelle explains what a sensory scientist does, shares why it's helpful to identify smells, and provides tips for better recognizing those I-know-what-that-smell-is-what-is-it smells. She g…

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Ep 554: Milos Panjkovic, Vinarija Panjkovic 48:48

2M ago48:48

48:48

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to a special episode featuring Milos Panjkovic of Serbian Winery Vinarija Panjkovic. This episode has been specially commissioned for your listening pleasure by Vinarija Panjkovic. An episode which weaves together Interpreting Wine’s six wine stories, people, culture, geography, geology…

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#113: Whiff of Wisdom: What You Need to Understand About Naturals | Mandy Aftel 8:28

2M ago8:28

8:28

In this week's whiff of wisdom, award-winning natural perfumer, educator, and author Mandy Aftel shares what you need to understand about naturals, including natural isolates. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #48. Whiff of Wisdom is a new format that's being added biweekly, which spotlights an inspirational insight from a guest …

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Ep 553: A Question of Taste Panel Discussion, Real Wine Fair 2024, Alice Feiring and Doug Wregg– hosted by Christina Pickard 41:46

2M ago41:46

41:46

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we feature the first talk at the recent Real Wine Fair 2024. The mighty topic A Question of Taste. Featuring author Alice Feiring and Doug Wregg of Les Caves de Pyrene – hosted by Christina Pickard of Wine Enthusiast. I love being able to share this talk with those of you who couldn’t make it t…

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Ep 552: Nadja Miklusicak, Naboso Vino and Festival Naturalista 2024 41:51

2M ago41:51

41:51

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we look ahead to Festival Naturalista 2024 in the company of organiser Nadja Miklusicak. This year’s edition takes place on Saturday 1 June 2024. *Tickets are now on sale at www.naturalista.sk Nadja and husband Andrej have made wine in Svaty Jur, Slovakia since 2018 under the brand Naboso. And …

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#112: How To Be A Smeller (And Why) with Frauke Galia 28:25

2M ago28:25

28:25

In this episode, Frauke discusses what it means to be a smeller, why we should all be one, and what steps we can take to becoming one. She explains that our reliance on sight and sound in today's digital world has led to a sensory imbalance, causing emotional health issues. Frauke encourages listeners to prioritize their sense of smell and become '…

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Ep 551: Sierra De Gredos with Dani Landi and Daniel Ramos, DOP Cebreros ep 1/3 30:08

2M ago30:08

30:08

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Sierra de Gredos Series. Produced in collaboration with DOP Cebreros. Today’s episode features two pioneers of garnacha production in the region, Daniel Ramos of bodega Daniel Ramos. And Dani Landi of Comando G. Conectando Gredos 2024 wine fair takes place in Avila, Spain on Sund…

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#111: Whiff of Wisdom: How To Use Smelling To Connect At A Deeper Level | Lula Curioca 11:05

2M ago11:05

11:05

In honor of National Sense of Smell Day this Saturday April 27th, a day where we recognize the importance of our sense of smell, today's whiff comes from episode 53 of the podcast with olfactory artist Lula Curioca. Here she shares how we can use smelling the world around us to connect at a deeper level. Lula is as passionate about our sense of sme…

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#110: Thoughts on (Artisan) Perfumery with Candace Winrow Weekly 1:15:26

2M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

In this episode, Frauke sits down with perfumer Candace Winrow Weekly, who shares her thoughts on artisan perfumery and perfumery as a whole. Candace explains how her background as a dessert chef and floral designer has informed her work as a perfumer. She shares why she only works with raw materials, and not pre-made mixtures, so that she can expr…

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#109: Whiff of Wisdom: How To Get Out of Your Food Rut | Kevin Cox 9:01

3M ago9:01

9:01

In this week's whiff of wisdom, writer and culinary explorer Kevin Cox shares how to reignite the joy in discovering and exploring new foods so you can get out of your culinary rut. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #22. Whiff of Wisdom is a new format that's being added biweekly, which spotlights an inspirational insight from a …

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#108: No Place for Plants - The Children's Book That Meets The Moment with Dr. Kelly Ablard 1:07:28

3M ago1:07:28

1:07:28

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Dr. Kelly Ablard to talk about their new children's picture book No Place for Plants. The co-authors share how they conceived of writing the book, what the catalysts were that inspired them, and why the book meets the moment we find ourselves in. They explain why conservation and smelling are a perfect pair to…

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#107: Whiff of Wisdom: Why Small is Big and Big is Small | Swami Krishana Chaitanya 8:19

3M ago8:19

8:19

In this week's whiff of wisdom, Nisarga Farms' co-founder Swami Krishana Chaitanya explains why our health, our future, and our global wellbeing depend on us staying small. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #14. Whiff of Wisdom is a new format that's being added biweekly, which spotlights an inspirational insight from a guest on …

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#106: Creativity through Mixology x Perfumery with Jackie Brenner 1:10:31

3M ago1:10:31

1:10:31

In this episode, Frauke sits down with mixologist and perfumer Jackie Brenner to talk about the creative synergies of cocktail mixing and perfume blending. Whether you drink alcohol, or not, this episode is about getting inspiration for any creative endeavor(s). Jackie tells how she's always been connected to her sense of smell, starting in her ear…

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Ep 550: Hermione Ireland, Academie Du Vin Library 48:07

4M ago48:07

48:07

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Welcoming you to a special episode announcing Interpreting Wine as the new podcast media partner of Academie Du Vin Library. A partnership that sits uniquely at the intersection of great writing, audio, storytelling and wine. To stay up-to-date on exciting future plans please head to www.academieduvi…

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#105: Whiff of Wisdom: Using Smell To Help Children Living With Trauma | Nicole Derieux 7:54

4M ago7:54

7:54

In this week's whiff of wisdom, Parfums de Vie co-founder Nicole Derieux talks about some of the different experiences she creates for at-risk children and teens in Grasse, France, each of which uses their senses of smell and taste to help give them coping strategies for the unimaginable trauma they’ve already faced at such an early age. To listen …

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Ep 549: Doug Wregg, Real Wine Fair 2024 43:28

4M ago43:28

43:28

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we look ahead to the Real Wine Fair 2024 in the company of Fair Organiser Doug Wregg. This year’s edition takes place at Tobacco Dock London on Sunday 28th and Monday 29th April. The Sunday session is open to the public and Wine Trade. Whereas Monday is Wine Trade Only. (00:00:08) Episode intro…

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#104: Scent in Cinema with Tammy Burnstock and Jas Brooks 1:27:16

4M ago1:27:16

1:27:16

In this episode, Frauke sits down with In-Glorious Smell-O-Vision co-director and producer Tammy Burnstock and historical scent technology aficionado Jas Brooks to discuss all things scent in cinema. Tammy and Jas share how they believe scent as a medium can convey messages and enhance cinematic experiences, and explain how you can make something a…

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Ep 548: Christopher and Oliver Walkey, Glass of Bubbly 47:56

4M ago47:56

47:56

Today we look ahead to the 2024 Glass of Bubbly event in the company of Fair Organisers Christopher and Oliver Walkey. This year’s edition takes place at London’s Sheraton Hotel, Park Lane, on Tuesday 30 April 2024. (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:10) Glass of Bubbly Origin Story (00:05:29) Business overview and growth over time (00:11:50) Reaching…

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Ep 547: Florian Tonello, Pura Sede 2024 50:05

4M ago50:05

50:05

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine. Today we look ahead to the 2024 Pura Sede natural wine fair in the company of Fair Founder Florian Tonello. This year’s edition takes place in Lisbon on Sat 23 and Sun 24 March 2024 Tickets available at https://www.purasedelisboa.com (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:01:30) Florian Origin Story (00:03:06)…

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#103: Whiff of Wisdom: Perceptions of a Smelly World When You've Never Smelled | Dia Kline 13:11

4M ago13:11

13:11

Happy Anosmia Awareness Week! In this week's whiff of wisdom, actor and comedian Dia Kline, who was born with no ability to smell, shares her perception of how the world must smell based on what she hears us smellers constantly saying. She also shares when she first realized that she couldn’t smell, and reveals some really funny observations about …

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Ep 546: Anikó Kada, TR Wines Tállya Tokaj, Tokaj Series, 2/2 1:09:36

4M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

How the Tokaj Radicals continue to bring their unique energy to a shrinking Hungarian village: a seven-step producer deep-dive (00:00:08) Episode intro (00:02:17) TR Wines Origin Story (00:04:56) Previous experience (00:08:44) Early days in Tokaj and Regional culture (00:11:34) TR Wines Culture (00:18:46) Virtual Tour of growing sites at Tállya and…

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Ep 545: László Pelle, Pelle Pince, Tokaj Series, 1/2 1:14:37

4M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Tokaj Special Series. Across these 2 episodes recorded in July 2023 we’ll be exploring the modern Tokaj scene in the company of 2 producers. Undoubtedly the most up-to-date exploration of Tokaj available anywhere in podcast format. Subscribe to be alerted when new series episodes…

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#102: Journeys Through Indian Fragrance Materials with Divrina Dhingra 1:08:32

4M ago1:08:32

1:08:32

In this episode, Frauke sits down with writer and journalist Divrina Dhingra to talk about her new book, The Perfume Project: Journeys through Indian Fragrance, and discuss some of the indigenous aromatic materials that have defined Indian perfumery for centuries. Divrina shares her experience going to Kannauj, known as the "Center of Indian Perfum…

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#101: Whiff of Wisdom: How To Evaluate a Fragrance Just Like Music | Justin Copeland 10:38

5M ago10:38

10:38

In this week's whiff of wisdom, musician and fragrance enthusiast Justin Copeland gives his sensory perspective on how to evaluate a fragrance just like music. He explains how to lean into the feeling you have with the experience and encourages you to use your instinct. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #12. Whiff of Wisdom is a …

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#100: Smell and Nationalism in the Great War with Jess Clark 59:50

5M ago59:50

59:50

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Brock University Associate Professor Jessica P. Clark to give an olfactory perspective on constructions of gender, race, and national identity during the Great War (WWI) in Britain. Jess begins by giving context to the period, explaining who made up the British forces (class & race), the volunteers supporting …

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Ep 544: Adam Campbell, Elk Cove, Oregon Winemaker Mini Series, 2/2 32:03

5M ago32:03

32:03

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Oregon Winemaker Series. Produced in collaboration with Willamette Valley Winery Association. Recorded in-person at the winery with respected local producers, who are themselves deeply rooted in the region. Giving wine students and wine lovers like yourself access to the minds be…

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Ep 543: Alex Sokol Blosser, Sokol Blosser Winery, Oregon Winemaker Mini Series, 1/2 46:42

5M ago46:42

46:42

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Oregon Winemaker Mini Series. Produced in collaboration with Willamette Valley Winery Association. Recorded in-person at the winery with respected local producers, who are themselves deeply rooted in the region. Giving wine students and wine lovers alike access to the minds behin…

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#99: Whiff of Wisdom - Why Your Sense of Smell is Amazing | Ann-Sophie Barwich 7:11

5M ago7:11

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In this week's whiff of wisdom, cognitive scientist and empirical philosopher Ann-Sophie Barwich advocates for why your sense of smell is so amazing. She explains what people get wrong about our sense of smell, including the belief that dogs are better smellers than humans. She also emphasizes the fact that, through smelling, we can expand the qual…

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#98: Scents in China: A Modern History of Smell with Xuelei Huang 1:10:47

5M ago1:10:47

1:10:47

In this episode, Frauke sits down with University of Edinburgh Senior Lecturer and author Xuelei Huang to discuss her new book Scents of China: A Modern History of Smell. In the conversation she reveals a unique perspective on the smellscapes that permeated Chinese life from the eighteen through mid-twentieth century. Xuelei explains the concept of…

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Ep 542: Philipp Grassl, Karoline Taferner, Weingut Philip Grassl, Weingut Taferner, Carnuntum Winemaker Series, 2/2 55:54

5M ago55:54

55:54

I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Carnuntum Winemaker Special Series. Produced in collaboration with Wine & Partners. Recorded in-person at the winery with respected local producers, who are themselves deeply rooted in the region. Giving wine students and wine lovers alike access to the minds behind the wines. Li…

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#97: Whiff of Wisdom - Using Positive Scent Memories To Feel Good | Dr. Rachel Herz 11:42

5M ago11:42

11:42

Tapping into our positive scent memories can be a great addition to your wellness routine. In this whiff of wisdom, psychologist and cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Rachel Herz shares how you can harness your positive scent memories to help improve your wellbeing both physically and mentally. Dr. Herz also shares how you can create new scent memories …

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Ep 541: Johanna Markowitsch, Christina Netzl, Weingut Netzl, Weingut Markowitsch, Carnuntum Winemaker Series, 1/2 45:22

5M ago45:22

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I’m Lawrence Francis, Host of Interpreting Wine, welcoming you to the Carnuntum Winemaker Special Series. Produced in collaboration with Wine & Partners. The first regional series of the year is in many ways a return to the origins of Interpreting Wine. Recorded in-person at the winery with respected local producers, who are themselves deeply roote…

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#96 Third Anniversary 30:27

6M ago30:27

30:27

On this third anniversary of An Aromatic Life, just like every year, Frauke shares what her recent guests revealed when asked “What does the sense of smell mean to you?” This New Year's episode is a chance to reflect on this beautiful, complicated, and under-appreciated sense and ask what it can do for you. It's also an invitation to incorporate mo…

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#95: The Best of 2023 1:15:01

7M ago1:15:01

1:15:01

In this year end episode, Frauke revisits some of her favorite guest insights from 2023. Follow Frauke on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@an_aromatic_life ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Frauke's Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anaromaticlife.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit Frauke's website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.anaromaticlife.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn about Frauke's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scent*Tattoo Project⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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#94: Exploring Oud with Rahel Ali 42:55

7M ago42:55

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In this episode, Frauke sits down with Rahel Ali of Oudbase to talk about the aromatic resinous material oud. Rahel explains the religious and cultural significance of oud for many around the world, and shares the many ways the wood is used. He talks about how the fragrant material is formed in the aquilaria tree, what parts of the wood are used, a…

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#93: A Fragrant Journey From India to the U.S. with Anjali Vandemark 1:01:22

8M ago1:01:22

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In this episode, Frauke sits down with artisan perfumer Anjali Vandemark to talk about her fragrant journey from her homeland India to her current residence in Bainbridge Island, Washington in the U.S. Anjali shares some of her favorite scent memories as a child growing up in Nagpur and later working in Mumbai. She explains what makes India such an…

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#92: Connecting With Everyday Smells When You Have Smell Loss with Katie Boateng 1:28:19

8M ago1:28:19

1:28:19

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Podcaster and Smell and Taste Association of North America President Katie Boateng to discuss how to connect with smells more to enrich daily life experiences when you've lost your sense of smell. Katie shares how she lost her sense of smell and why that's changed her understanding and memory of everyday smell…

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#91: Storytelling through Scent with Liam Findlay 43:53

9M ago43:53

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In this episode, Frauke sits down with Attractions & Heritage Scenting Consultant Liam Findlay to discuss how to tell stories through scent. Liam shares why he believes smells are such a powerful medium to convey a story and what elements of a story scent particularly helps to elevate. He gives several examples of theme park rides that use scent to…

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E86 Lucie Lawrence - O'Naturel Wines 29:27

9M ago29:27

29:27

Lucie studied and worked in her home country France before meeting her husband Brook and moving to New Zealand to help found Aurum Wines. O Naturel is the next venture for the couple and their family located just outside of Cromwell in the Central Otago. www.onaturel.co.nz www.nzwinepodcast.com www.instagram.com/nzwinepodcast Music track featured o…

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