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Frau Keludowig und Tine - exclusiv und ungeschminktFolge 32: Im Garten mit Frauke und TineWas die Bushidos können, können Frauke und Tine schon lange: Einfach mal eine Folge im Liegen aufnehmen. Aber, und das ist das Upgrade, nicht nur im Liegen, sondern auch im Garten! Während Tine mit den Tierchen ihre Probleme hat (also nicht mit Cooper natürlich!!), berichtet ihr Frauke von Paparazzi-Erinnerungen rund ums eigene Heim. Ja, und dann ist da noch die Sache mit den Wärmekissen im BH. Und der Fisch in der Lüftung! Herrje, was ist hier nur schon wieder los??++„Exclusiv und ungeschminkt“ ist ein RTL+ Podcast. Er wird produziert von der Podcas...2025-06-0236 minFrau Keludowig und Tine - exclusiv und ungeschminktFolge 30: Frauke Cannes Roter TeppichWas waren das für unglaubliche Tage bei den berühmtesten Filmfestspielen der Welt! Frauke hatte eine ganz besondere Einladung und durfte sogar auf den Roten Teppich, kurz bevor dann Tom Cruise kam. Und so viele andere Weltstars und Supermodels. Frauke hat alles beobachtet und so viel erlebt. Kein Wunder, dass sie auch mal einen Moment innehalten musste. Tine wäre natürlich gerne dabei gewesen, aber Cannes ist eben Cannes und Cannes ist Ausnahmezustand. Dabei wäre in ihrem Hotelzimmer, direkt neben Heidi und Tom, ja noch Platz gewesen.++„Exclusiv und ungeschminkt“ ist ein RTL+ Podcast. Er wird p...2025-05-1937 min
An Aromatic LifeTips For Sustainably Managing Your Perfumes & Essential Oils#148: In honor of Earth Day and Sense of Smell Day, in this episode Frauke shares her tips for sustainably managing your perfumes and essential oils. She spells out what to do with those hardly/never worn fragrances gathering dust on your dresser - spoiler alert - don’t throw them in the garbage. Whether full, half-full, or completely empty, and no matter how new or old, Frauke guides you in how to sustainably relish, reduce, recycle, and rehome your entire fragrance collection. And if you want to buy something new, you’ll get tips on how to do so more...2025-04-2433 minFrau Keludowig und Tine - exclusiv und ungeschminktFolge 22: Frauke and the CityEs gibt ja Serien, die haben einen besonderen Cocktail, der immer wieder auftaucht. Und was passt besser, also am „Tag des Cocktails“, als sich dazu mal ein bisschen auszutauschen. Wie Frauke und Tine vom legendären Pornstar Martini dann zu diesem Buch kommen, das oben in Fraukes Regal versteckt liegt, das kann man sich wohl denken. Und Ananas-Hose hin oder her: Jetzt eine Pizza teilen, mit Teri Hatcher, das wär’s!+++„Exclusiv und ungeschminkt“ ist ein RTL+ Podcast. Er wird produziert von der Podcastbande in Zusammenarbeit mit BWM Communications. Neue Folgen gibt's immer montags - bei RTL+ und übe...2025-03-2436 minFrau Keludowig und Tine - exclusiv und ungeschminktFolge 13: Frikadellen-FraukeDa kann Tine machen was sie will: Sie ist jetzt eine öffentliche Person - also zumindest, wenn es nach ihrer liebsten Frauke geht. Die ist halt Fluch und Segen. Bilderbuchfreundin einerseits, Bekanntmacherin andererseits. Denn wenn Tine mal angesprochen wird, wie neulich bei Zara, dann kennen sie die Leute vor allem von Frauke. Sonst so? Die Brände in L.A. sind auch in der Exclusiv-Redaktion ein großes Thema. Und Frauke erinnert sich an einen Besuch bei Siegfried & Roy.+++„Exclusiv und ungeschminkt“ ist ein RTL+ Podcast. Er wird produziert von der Podcastbande in Zusammenarbeit mit BWM Communications. Neue Fo...2025-01-2037 minFrau Keludowig und Tine - exclusiv und ungeschminktFolge 6: Die Frauke fällt immer hinNach der Action beim Sommerhaus-Talk geht’s endlich wieder um die wichtigen Themen. Freundschaft zum Beispiel! Frauke war ein paar Tage in Spanien mit ihren liebsten Mädels, da ging's natürlich hoch her. Und es wurde auch emotional, wie sie Tine in dieser Folge berichtet. Tja, und dann ist da noch diese Sache mit den Stürzen. Frauke scheint da irgendwie ein Faible zu haben. Also immer Fahrradhelm tragen! Und die Plüsch-Schlappen natürlich.+++„Exclusiv und ungeschminkt“ ist ein RTL+ Podcast. Er wird produziert von der Podcastbande in Zusammenarbeit mit BWM Communications. Neue Folgen gibt's immer monta...2024-12-0231 min
An Aromatic LifeCelebrating The New National Smell and Taste Center#118: In celebration of World Taste & Smell Day (Sept 14th), in this episode Frauke introduces us to the recently launched National Smell & Taste Center. This is a BIG deal and something we should be excited about. Frauke explains why the Center was created, what its mission is, and takes us through the three pillars of focus: innovative research, comprehensive care, and education & outreach. Frauke shares what the Center’s goals are for Year 1, and reveals where the points of focus are for the next 5 years. She also talks about the biggest barriers to bringing meaningful advancements in the fields of sm...2024-09-1230 min
An Aromatic LifeHow To Be A Smeller (And Why) with Frauke Galia#112: 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 'smellers' to connect with the world on a deeper level. She provides practical steps to shift our identity towards being a smeller, such as focusing on smelling during daily activities, replacing sight-centric activities with smelling activities, and adding...2024-05-0228 min
An Aromatic LifeScent in Cinema with Tammy Burnstock and Jas Brooks#104: In this episode, Frauke sits down withIn-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 as “uncontrollable” as scent actually work using a variety of different delivery systems. They also share examples of movies where scent was used to take the viewer to places they've never been, and explain why, if not done properly, that can become problematic. Jas takes Frauke through the...2024-03-071h 27
An Aromatic LifeThird Anniversary#96 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 more smelling into your life in 2024. Be curious. Be open. And stay connected.Follow Frauke on Instagram:@an_aromatic_lifeSubscribe to Frauke's Substack:https://anaromaticlife.substack.comVisit Frauke's website www.anaromaticlife.comLearn about Frauke'sScent*Tattoo Project2024-01-1130 min
An Aromatic LifeThe Best of 2023#95: In this year end episode, Frauke revisits some of her favorite guest insights from 2023. Follow Frauke on Instagram:@an_aromatic_lifeSubscribe to Frauke's Substack:https://anaromaticlife.substack.comVisit Frauke's website www.anaromaticlife.comLearn about Frauke'sScent*Tattoo Project2023-12-141h 15
Fashion SmoothieWir planen Weihnachten! | 031Frauke und Christin werden die Festtage auf unterschiedlichen Kontinenten verbringen.
Viele Neuigkeiten für Euch in der letzten Podcast-Episode des Jahres. Wie unterschiedlich die Planungen für die Festtage sind, berichten Christin und Frauke. Wie, wo und mit wem sie feiern, erzählen die beiden. Natürlich wird auch über die Fashion Auswahl für das Fest gesprochen.
Außerdem erzählt Frauke über ihr neues Projekt OFLAB. Ihre erste eigene Kollektion und wie sie ihre Idee umsetzt. Wenn ihr mit Frauke im Dezember ans andere Ende der Welt nach Neuseeland reisen möchtet, dann folgt ihr auf Instag...2023-12-0831 min
An Aromatic LifeExploring Oud with Rahel Ali#94: 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, and reveals how you can determine the quality. Rahel and Frauke also discuss the issues of sustainability and adulteration, which are big topics for the oud industry. Most importantly, they share their experiences with the scent, specifically...2023-11-3042 min
An Aromatic LifeA Fragrant Journey From India to the U.S. with Anjali Vandemark#93: 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 olfactory-rich culture, including what role scent plays in everyday life. She then shares what the scent experience was like arriving in the Pacific Northwest of the USA and how she's come to blend these two seemingly different cultures with...2023-11-161h 01
An Aromatic LifeConnecting With Everyday Smells When You Have Smell Loss with Katie Boateng#92: 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 smells. Frauke explains cross-modal sensory associations and then she and Katie begin a dialogue about everyday activities that Katie wants to experience more fully. These include:Taking a shower (14:45)Rose bushes (28:12)Eating strawberries (34:43)Cutting an orange (38:48)Brewing a cup of...2023-11-021h 28
An Aromatic LifeStorytelling through Scent with Liam Findlay#91: 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 enhance experiences and tells how people react. Liam then shares some of the museum projects he's worked on and how scent helps to build empathy and improve learning. He also reveals an exciting new project he's just launched; a children's...2023-10-1943 min
An Aromatic LifeSmelling with Children#90: In this episode, Frauke sits down with 9-year-old Xavier the Jr. Fragrance Reviewer and his aunt, indie perfumer Emily Shaber to discuss the value and joy of smelling with children. Xavier shares how his love of fragrance began and Emily adds what she observed. They discuss what smelling activities they do to engage their sense of smell, what strategies Xavier uses to help him describe smells, and how he feels when he smells. Xavier and Emily share how to do a "sniffari" and explain how they stay connected despite living in different cities by doing smelling activities virtually. Emily...2023-10-0545 min
An Aromatic LifeSmell in Art (1850-1914) with Dr. Christina Bradstreet#89: In this episode, Frauke sits down with art historian, author and educator Dr. Christina Bradstreet to discuss her new bookScented Visions: Smell in Art, 1850-1914, where she examines the iconography and symbolism of scent in nineteenth-century art and visual culture. Christina shares why she chose this specific time period; what was happening culturally and politically, and more specifically how the sense of smell was perceived. She explains the role smell/scent played in communicating what artists of that time were trying to convey, including the portrayal of women & female beauty, racialized constructions of femininity in “Orientalist” scenes, and stereotypical port...2023-09-211h 06
An Aromatic LifeA Food Journey From Iran to Italy with Saghar Setareh#88: In this episode, Frauke sits down with photographer and food writer Saghar Setareh to discuss her newly released cookbookPomegranates & Artichokes: A Food Journey From Iran To Italy. Saghar shares scent memories from her homeland Iran, as well as those of her adopted home of Italy. She tells the eggplant story which details the many parallels that link Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food cultures. Saghar explains how food expresses culture, history, and economy through the examples of rice and olive oil. She reveals the meaning of her expression "the lantern and the mirror" which made her more curious about food...2023-09-071h 09
An Aromatic LifeElevating Smell and Taste with The World Taste & Smell Association#87: In this episode, Frauke sits down with the founders of The World Taste & Smell Association, Stephanie Feuer and Mindy Yang, to talk about what they're doing to elevate smell and taste. They share why they started their non-profit and what they hope to achieve. They discuss how the WTSA is designed to be an umbrella group for anosmia patient-advocacy organizations, scientists, researchers, as well as other industries like Culinary and Perfumery. Stephanie and Mindy emphasize the importance of having this organization be one of inclusivity and fostering empathy for everyone on the smell spectrum. They share what activities will...2023-08-2444 min
An Aromatic LifeCreating a "Smell Squad" For Those With A Smell Dysfunction#86: In this episode, Frauke discusses how we "smellers" can support people in our life living with a smell dysfunction by creating a "Smell Squad." She explains what the concept is and who, specifically, should be in the "Smell Squad." Frauke then goes through the four types of members to enlist (hint: it might include a hugger-in-chief). From ensuring safety, connection, health, and wellbeing, gathering a "Smell Squad" for someone you love can be a wonderful way to help relieve them of many of the burdens that daily life with a smell dysfunction present. So, have a listen, gather the...2023-08-1027 min
An Aromatic LifeA Healing Grove with Priestess Stephanie Rose Bird#85: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Priestess, Aromatherapist, and Author Stephanie Rose Bird to talk about her book A Healing Grove: African Tree Remedies and Rituals for the Body and Spirit. Stephanie shares what the sense of smell means to her, she reveals what scent memories stay with her from her childhood growing up in southern New Jersey. Stephanie reads a moving passage from her book and explains what got her to write this important reference guide. She shares what deep meaning trees have to her, and what importance they hold in the African diaspora. Stephanie then takes...2023-06-0146 min
An Aromatic LifeCoffee Roasting with Soul Grind Coffee Roaster Eddie Sassin#84: In this episode, Frauke heads to the California coast to visit her favorite coffee shop, Soul Grind, in Pacifica and talks to their head coffee roaster, Eddie Sassin. Eddie takes Frauke through the coffee roasting process, including how to use your sense of smell to note the various stages. He also shares what key factors he looks for, and reveals what the most difficult part of the roasting process is. They discuss how the coffee culture has changed in California, in the U.S. more broadly, as well as around the world. And, most notably, Eddie shares his experience...2023-05-1845 min
An Aromatic LifeThe Importance of Smell Health#83: In this episode, Frauke talks about the importance of having a healthy sense of smell. She explains the smell spectrum so you can determine where you sit, she shares what it actually means, clinically, to have a healthy sense of smell, and tells us why we should care about improving and maintaining this beautiful sense. She also explains what you can do to strengthen and maintain your sense of smell no matter what your ability to smell is.Follow Frauke on Instagram:@an_aromatic_lifeSubscribe to Frauke's Substack:https://anaromaticlife.substack.comVisit Frauke's website www.anaromaticlife.co2023-05-0424 min
An Aromatic LifeBlossoming Late with Aromatherapist Audra James#82: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Australian aromatherapist Audra James to discuss her aromatic life journey that led her to create her brand Audra James Botanicals (Cate Blanchett is a fan!). As a self described "late bloomer," Audra shares her scent woven path through life that led her to becoming an aromatherapist. She describes how much aromatherapy has changed over the last 30 years and reveals why she left the field for a while, only to come back with renewed vigor. Audra and Frauke discuss the importance of getting children to connect with their sense of smell as early...2023-04-201h 13
An Aromatic LifeThe A.R.O.M.A. Project#81: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Healthcare Design’s Break Through 2022 competition finalists Erica Parker, Pulkit Jain, and Chris Brause to discuss their A.R.O.M.A. Project. They discuss the enormous potential AI has to support the health care space through olfactory concepts. The team shares what need they saw in the healthcare space, reveal how they came up with the concept, and explain the different ways the design could be implemented. They discuss the enormous possibilities for environmental monitoring devices that can serve the many underrepresented communities, including those of color and people living with ano...2023-04-0648 minFashion SmoothieFrauke & Christin - Was gibt es Neues? | 013
In der heutigen Episode sprechen Frauke und Christin, was es alles Neues gibt. Sie berichten welche Events im Hause ORTNER kürzlich stattgefunden haben und was sonst noch so in den letzten Wochen los war.
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An Aromatic LifeNatural vs. Synthetic with Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel#80: In this episode, Frauke brings back a favorite guest, Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel, to help educate us on the age-old debate of natural vs. synthetic in Perfumery. Christophe begins by defining what natural and synthetic molecules are, explains the role of petroleum and pine oil in perfumery raw materials, as well as describes the safety, availability, and consistency of natural materials vs. those from a lab. He debunks the myth that natural disasters are the reason brands move from natural to man-made (ie. Madagascar vanilla, Grasse rose, Tunisian neroli), and passionately pleads for more support for aromatic plant farmers...2023-03-2355 min
An Aromatic LifeDigitizing Smell with Alex Wiltschko#79: In this episode, Frauke sits down with neuroscientist and Google Research spinoff Osmo CEO Alex Wiltschko to discuss the exciting frontier of digitizing smell through artificial intelligence. Alex shares the groundbreaking work Osmo is doing to help the fragrance industry find new and interesting odor molecules never smelled before. He discusses where we are in terms of understanding our sense of smell vs. our other senses of sight and sound (hint: it's about where we were with vision in 1820) and the incredible potential he sees in having AI support the artistic work of perfumers, and providing them with the m...2023-03-0942 min
An Aromatic LifeMaking the Invisible Visible with Luciano Vera#78: In this episode, Frauke sits down with analytical chemist Luciano Vera to discuss his use of different analytical methodologies to make invisible odors visible. Luciano explains how describing odors is a way we humans try to make odors visible, yet our odor vocabulary is a paradox that needs to become more robust, standardized, and must include emotion. He then explains the analytical tools he uses, including Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), GC-Sniffing, and E-Sensors to identify and interpret odor molecules. He shares what we can learn from the data and how it can be useful in various industries. He expl...2023-02-2348 minFashion SmoothieWelchen Stil bevorzugt Frauke und warum? | 007
Hat Frauke Lieblingsteile? Welchen Stil bevorzugt sie und warum? Gibt es Teile, die in jedem Kleiderschrank hängen sollten? Wozu sind Wäschekörbe gut?
Über dies und mehr unterhalten sich Christin und Frauke in der heutigen Folge.
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An Aromatic LifeOlfactory Sounds with Yuliana Kireyeva#77: In this episode, Frauke sits down with choir conductor, vocalist, vocal and piano teacher, and aromatherapist Yuliana Kireyeva to discuss how she translates scents into musical melodies. Yuliana shares how she smelled everything as a child growing up in Belarus, and reveals what innovative measures she took to create her very first perfume. She explains in which ways composing music and perfume are similar and different, and clarifies the elements of notes, chords, melodies and dynamics. Yuliana and Frauke then engage in a fun exercise where they smell 3 scents - lemon, clove, and patchouli - and Yuliana translates their...2023-02-0959 minFashion SmoothieWas macht Frauke eigentlich den ganzen Tag? | 004
Christin stellt Frauke Fragen zu ihrem Berufsalltag. Sie fragt, wie Frauke zu diesem Job gekommen ist und was sie für eine Ausbildung hat.
Welche Skills braucht es, um in dieser Branche so lange Spaß zu haben? Frauke berichtet von überraschenden Erfolgen, lässt euch aber auch an Niederlagen teilhaben. Wer mehr erfahren möchte, ist herzlich eingeladen, sich diese Episode anzuhören.
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An Aromatic LifeInside a Fragrance House (Body & Home Care Edition)#76: In this episode, Frauke gives an inside peek into how a fragrance house creates a scent for an everyday body or home care product. If you've ever wondered how that scent in your shampoo or deodorant came to be, here's your chance to learn how much work actually goes into every whiff. Not only will you learn what the client/brand considers when briefing a fragrance house to create the scent, you'll gain an understanding of how the house translates the information and what all they need to take into consideration for the final fragrance to get to market. T...2023-01-2628 min
An Aromatic LifeSecond Anniversary#75: On this two year anniversary of An Aromatic Life, just like last year, Frauke shares what some of her 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 more smelling into your life this year. Be curious. Be open. And stay connected.Follow Frauke on Instagram:@an_aromatic_lifeSubscribe to Frauke's Substack:https://anaromaticlife.substack.comVisit Frauke's website www.anaromaticlife.com2023-01-1238 minAn Aromatic LifeThe Best of 2022#74: In this year end episode, Frauke revisits some of her favorite guest insights from 2022. Follow Frauke on Instagram:@an_aromatic_lifeSubscribe to Frauke's Substack:https://anaromaticlife.substack.comVisit Frauke's website www.anaromaticlife.comLearn about Frauke'sScent*Tattoo Project2022-12-291h 33
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An Aromatic LifeHoliday Strategies For Anosmia, Hyposmia & Parosmia#71: In this episode, Frauke sits down with acquired anosmic Anthea Bull and parosmic Anne Heloise Dautel to discuss strategies for making it through the holiday season. An episode geared forboth the non-smelling and smelling, this conversation provides insights and understanding to help make everyone's time spent with family and friends as joyful as possible. We discuss ways to prepare for the holidays both mentally and practically, what to do if going to someone else's house vs. hosting yourself, as well as how to make the most out of going to a restaurant. Anthea and Anne also share their strategies fo...2022-11-171h 03
An Aromatic LifeSmellscapes of Cities with Dr. Kate McLean#70: In this episode, Frauke sits down with artist and designer Dr. Kate McLean to discuss smellscapes and the value you can derive from them. Kate explains what smellscapes are, how she goes about capturing smells, and then how she translates the information into visual smellmaps. She describes the three categories of smell, the three stages of smellwalking, and the types of people she recruits to give her the data (hint: all noses, including anosmics, are welcome!). Kate also reveals the interesting projects she's got coming up, which may or may not include Benedictine monks (you'll have to listen to fi...2022-11-0354 min
Frau Keludowig und Tine - exclusiv und ungeschminktFolge 63: Sie ist die Tochter von Frauke Ludowig – jetzt startet Nele durchWie ist es die Tochter einer deutschlandweit bekannten Moderatorin zu sein und jetzt sogar in ihre „Fußstapfen“ zu treten? Nele Ludowig, die Tochter von Exclusiv-Moderatorin Frauke Ludowig verrät es uns. Die 19-Jährige hat gerade ihre erste eigene Webserie „Nele Now“ auf RTL.de gelauncht. Und dort ihre aller ersten Erfahrungen als Reporterin gesammelt. Warum das nicht immer nach Plan lief und wie es bei den Ludowigs ganz privat zugeht, darüber spricht sie in der neuen Folge mit Bella Lesnik. +++ Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.html +++Unsere allgem...2022-10-2229 min
An Aromatic LifeConnecting With Aromatic Plants with Jade Shutes#69: In this episode, Frauke sits down with aromatherapist Jade Shutes to talk about connecting with aromatic plants. Jade shares why it’s so beneficial to go beyond the essential oil and get to know the plant itself. She reveals what aromatic plants surprised her the most and how using her sense of smell has helped her to expand the perception of the aroma from plant to essential oil. Jade shares advice on how to grow aromatic plants, how to take care of them, and where to start if you don't have a green thumb (like Frauke). You'll get tips on how...2022-10-201h 05
An Aromatic LifeScent in Fiction with author Erica Bauermeister#68: In this episode, Frauke sits down with New York Times bestselling author Erica Bauermeister to discuss the focus of scent in fiction. Erica shares what the sense of smell means to her, explains what she believes people get wrong about the sense, and gives her perspective on its potential. She tells Frauke about her journey to writing fiction, including what brought her to incorporate scent as a focal theme (hint: Italian food may have been involved). Erica also talks about the time she lost her sense of smell, inconveniently right as she embarked on her bestselling novel The Scent Keep...2022-10-0642 min
An Aromatic LifeDeath and Olfaction with Nuri McBride#67: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Israeli-based writer, perfumer and community organizer Nuri McBride to discuss the intersection of death and olfaction. Nuri shares her life journey that led to the work that she's doing now, including working in refugee resettlement and torture treatment primarily in Kenya, Thailand, Israel, and the United States, as well as later joining a Chevra Kadisha (Jewish burial society) and becoming a Metaheret. She explains what death and scent have in common in Western culture (hint: both are ignored and heavily sanitized). She also discusses the concept of "death positive" and argues for th...2022-09-221h 04
An Aromatic LifeThe Language of Scent with Sarah McCartney#66: In this episode, Frauke sits down with London-based writer and indie perfumer Sarah McCartney to talk about the language of scent. Sarah shares the unique and fascinating journey that led her to perfumery which, in her words, was "the long route." She explains what brought her to start working as a writer for Lush cosmetics (yes, the famous bath bombs) and shares how she learned to write descriptively about scents to entice people to buy products without having smelled them. Sarah also reveals the clues in people's language that let her know what scents they like, and don't like, and...2022-09-081h 13
der.mARkTstand24 | "Kreative Auszeit von der.mARkTstand...“ [mit Frauke Meyer und Susanne Petridis]
Wir, die Macherinnen, Denkerinnen und Cutterinnen von der.mARkTstand - podcast für kunstunternehmerisches risiko, Frauke & Susanne, habe beschlossen, eine kreative Auszeit für dieses Herzensprojekt einzulegen. Die Gründe dafür könnt Ihr in dieser Folge erhören.
Selbstverständlich bleiben unsere Anliegen, Wissen solidarisch mit Euch zu teilen oder zu vermitteln, wie auch als Netzwerkgestalterinnen weiter zu agieren bestehen. Fühlt Euch also herzlich eingeladen mit uns über unsere Arbeit, Kunst und deren Kontexte im Gespräch zu bleiben.
Wir freuen uns über Ideen und Vorschläge, gerne auch zur Weiterentwicklung unserer kleinen Open Educational Plattform. Wir sind unter d...2022-07-1530 min
Einfach Eltern 2go!Stillvorbereitung mit dem Stillkit? Interview mit Frauke und Hebamme Patricia LangenheineckeHeute spricht Frauke mit Patricia Langenheinecke, einer ambitionierten Hebamme aus Kiel, deren Herzensthema die Stillvorbereitung ist.
Im Podcast sprechen die beiden unter anderem über zwei Produkte, die Patricia entwickelt hat und die den Stillstart erleichtern sollen.
Das Still-Kit ist praktisch eine Anleitung und erklärt Schritt für Schritt, was in den ersten Tagen nach der Geburt zu tun ist, auf was man achten sollte, was man bei verschiedenen Problemen machen kann und was beim Stillen überhaupt normal ist. Es besteht aus einem e-Book, einem 45-minütigem Stillgesprächsvideo, zwei Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen zum The...2022-07-1528 min
An Aromatic LifePt 2 - Brain Health & Olfaction with Professor James Goodwin#55: In Part 2 of a two-part series, Frauke sits down with renowned brain expert Professor James Goodwin to talk about brain health and olfaction. Dr. Goodwin explains the link between your sense of smell and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and surprises us with the revelation that "we're conceived old." He shares the good news that although the brain does deteriorate physically over time, we can overcome this, and even reverse aging. He then explains a series of measures we can take to improve brain health, including using our sense of smell and essential oils. Dr. Goodwin also t...2022-06-3050 min
An Aromatic LifePt 1 - The Brain & Olfaction with Professor James Goodwin#54: In Part I of a two-part series, Frauke sits down with renowned brain expert Professor James Goodwin to give a historical perspective on our understanding of the brain and sense of smell (because smelling is in the brain). Dr. Goodwin shares how the scientific community evolved in their perception of the brain and olfactory system, what evolutionary role our sense of smell has played to make us who we are today, and why smelling is so different to our other senses (and other mammals). This episode is rich with important facts and stories of castrated pigs, the smell of b...2022-06-1641 min
An Aromatic LifeSmell Everything with Lula Curioca#53: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Mexico City based olfactory artist, perfumer and designer Lula Curioca to discuss the importance of smelling everything. She explains what the sense of smell means to her, what potential she sees for this beautiful sense, and describes what smelling everything actually means. Lula takes us through her aromatic life journey, being born in Mexico and raised in Spain, and reveals how she used her sense of smell to restore her forgotten relationship with her native country when she eventually moved back to Mexico as a young adult. She vividly describes the smells of...2022-06-021h 03
An Aromatic LifeOn Being a Designated Nose#52: In this episode, Frauke sits down with designated noses Mark Wiegers, who lives with his partner Dia, who has congenital anosmia, Kiki Poupazis, who lives with her daughter Thelma, who has acquired anosmia, and Mark Winnington, who lives with his fiance Anne Louise, who has parosmia to talk about what it's like, as a person able to smell, to live with a person experiencing a smell dysfunction. They share what it was like at the beginning, how they manage day-to-day in supporting their partner/child, what roles and responsibilities they have, and, most importantly, what advice they can offer t...2022-05-191h 26
Frau Keludowig und Tine - exclusiv und ungeschminktFolge 41: Boris Becker in Haft: Wie konnte es so weit kommen? mit Frauke LudowigAuch knapp eine Woche nach der Verkündung des Schuldmaßes ist die Inhaftierung von Boris Becker das Sprechthema Nummer eins! Über 2,5 Jahre Haft hat der ehemalige Tennisstar vor einem Londoner Gericht bekommen, wurde direkt nach der Verkündung in Handschellen gelegt und in eins der härtesten Gefängnisse in England gebracht. Neben Schwerstkriminellen wird Boris Becker dort nun leben. RTL-Moderatorin Frauke Ludowig kennt Boris privat und hat auch rund um den Prozess aus London berichtet. Was wird das alles wohl mit ihm machen? Und was war hinter den Kulissen im Gericht los? All das bespricht Frauke mit Bella...2022-05-0727 min
An Aromatic LifeDemocratizing Scent with Saskia Wilson-Brown#51: In this episode, Frauke sits down with The Institute for Art and Olfaction director and founder Saskia Wilson-Brown to discuss the democratization of scent. Saskia takes us through her early years living with a Cuban father and British mother, reveals how traveling a lot shaped who she is, and shares how her relationship to smell really changed in her teenage years going to school in Paris (hint, it involves supermodels). She also explains what brought her to finally settle down in Los Angeles and eventually start the IAO. Saskia discusses what she believes people get wrong about the sense o...2022-05-0555 min
An Aromatic LifeMaking Sense of Smells with Charlie Atkins#50: In this episode, Frauke sits down with congenital anosmic Charlie Atkins to answer her curiosities about smells. Charlie was born without a sense of smell and had a bunch of questions about smells she wanted to ask Frauke. These are everyday curiosities about odors that we, as smellers, frankly don't think about much. Questions like "What does it feel like to smell?", "How long do food smells last?", "How do you buy products to avoid clashing smells?", "How does smell travel and stick to things?" and a whole lot more! This was really hard! But Frauke is always up f...2022-04-211h 31
An Aromatic LifeExploring Olfaction in Nigeria with Deola "Abela" Paul-Inyang#49: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Nigerian perfumer, teacher, mentor, and artistic curator Deola “Abela” Paul-Inyang to talk about all things olfaction in Nigeria. Abela reveals how the smells of her childhood, and the influence of her mother, informed the work she does today. She also explains how she went against traditional norms to follow her heart (and nose) for more creative pursuits, and shares how her determination to know the how and why of olfactory materials led her to establish the Abela Fragrance Academy & Abela Centre for Olfactory Art. Abela shares what the Nigerian Perfume industry is like to...2022-04-071h 05
An Aromatic LifeOpening Hearts & Minds Through Scent with Terees Western#47: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Perfumer and Scent Docent Terees Western to talk about her mission to help people open up their hearts & minds, and have new experiences, through scent and flavor. Terees takes us on a scented journey through her childhood growing up in Detroit and spending summers with her grandparents in Alabama. She also shares a unique perspective on what the sense of smell means to her. Terees explains how she went from being a Corporate Executive in the auto industry to taking the leap and becoming a perfumer and starting her company FragranTed. Frauke a...2022-03-101h 03
An Aromatic LifeAnosmia Awareness with Jacob LaMendola#46: In this bonus episode, to celebrate Anosmia Awareness Day, Frauke sits down with award-winning filmmaker and congenital anosmic Jacob LaMendola to talk about all things anosmia. Frauke shares the story of how Jacob's award-winning short film "Anosmia" changed her life and influenced the work she's doing now. Jacob talks about what brought him to make the film, how it's shaped him, and impacted so many people's lives. He also shares his personal anosmia story, incl. growing up at a time when there was little to no understanding of anosmia. Jacob also explains what sense of smell means to him, ho...2022-02-2744 min
An Aromatic LifeTesting & Diagnosing Olfactory Health with Valentina Parma, PhD#45: In this episode, Frauke sits down with experimental psychologist, Assistant Director, and Assistant Member of the Monell Chemical Senses Center Valentina Parma, PhD to discuss where we are today in terms of testing and diagnosing the health of a person's sense of smell. Valentina shares how COVID became a magnifying glass for connecting the sense of smell to our health, and how unprepared we all were in our ability to assess olfactory health when smell loss became a key symptom of the virus. She explains how screening for small, incremental changes in olfactory function (and dysfunction) from an early ag...2022-02-2451 min
An Aromatic LifeSmelling Raw with Rachel Binder#44: In this episode, Frauke sits down with actor, certified sommelier, and natural perfumer Rachel Binder to discuss the importance of having real-world olfactory experiences in a more holistic way. Combining her unique professional experiences, Rachel discusses the value of smelling blind to remove preconceived notions, the benefit of connecting with the "energy imprint" of plants, and moving beyond the industrial mindset of fractionated, isolated viewpoints. She also shares her perspective on the ill effects of colonialism on sourcing natural ingredients and telling accurate scent stories. Rachel furthermore reveals why she treats natural perfumery like wine making, and how working w...2022-02-1758 min
An Aromatic LifeSmelling History with Caro Verbeek#43: In this episode, Frauke sits down with art and sensory historian Caro Verbeek to discuss what riches we can learn from smelling the past. Caro takes us through her personal scent journey growing up in the Netherlands and reveals the moment she knew that being a smell historian was what she was meant to do. She explains the role that historical smells can play in helping us to understand the past in new ways, and argues how smell is just as much a part of our heritage as music (hearing) and art (seeing). She explains why it's important to u...2022-02-0355 min
An Aromatic LifeWhat Does The Sense Of Smell Mean To You?#41: It's the 1 year anniversary of An Aromatic Life! To mark the occasion, Frauke wants to celebrate our beautiful sense of smell. So, in this New Year episode, she's sharing a synthesis of what various guests have answered to the question "What does the sense of smell mean to you?” You might be surprised to learn that there are a lot of different ways that people connect with their sense of smell. It’s a very complicated sense and we each have our own personal relationship with smelling, depending on where we are on the smell spectrum, and also based on t...2022-01-0647 min
An Aromatic LifeRepresentation, Culture and Identity in Scent with Dana El Masri#40: In this episode, Frauke sits down with perfumer and interdisciplinary artist Dana El Masri to talk about representation, culture, and identity through the lens of scent. As a Lebanese-Egyptian born in Budapest, raised in Dubai, and working in New York and Montreal, Dana shares her aromatic life journey that led her to ultimately create her brand Jazmin Sarai. She reveals how she uses the brand as a platform to empower her community through representation and collaboration, while also educating her audience on issues of culture and identity. Dana also talks about the "oriental" movement she helped initiate in the f...2021-12-021h 05
An Aromatic LifeExploring Australian Sandalwood with Guy Vincent#39: In this episode, Frauke sits down with the CEO of Dutjahn Sandalwood Oils, Guy Vincent, to talk about the Australian sandalwood industry and much more. Dutjahn is unique in the industry in that it's a Western Australian based sandalwood oil distillation company that is 50% Indigenous-owned. Guy talks in detail about the significance of that partnership and the importance of collaboration for mutual benefit, as well as many other aspects of the sandalwood trade in Australia. But he also shares his scent-filled journey that led him to his current role. Guy reveals that he's always been highly in tune with h...2021-11-1359 min
An Aromatic LifeSmelling Wild with Ernesto Collado#38: In this episode, Frauke sits down with perfumer and founder of Bravanariz, Ernesto Collado, to discuss the joy of capturing the smell of the wild landscape of the Catalonia coast in northeast Spain. Ernesto shares what the sense of smell means to him and reveals how his grandfather, a famous perfumer, was an early influence on his love of nature's smells. He describes what it was like to lose his sense of smell and experience phantosmia, and how that experience made him appreciate his sense of smell even more. Ernesto discusses the importance of smelling the world around us a...2021-10-281h 05
An Aromatic LifeReflections on Aromatherapy with Robert Tisserand#37: In this episode, Frauke sits down with aromatherapy pioneer and author Robert Tisserand to reflect on 50 years of Aromatherapy. Robert takes us through his life's journey growing up in London, incl. his studies and original career ambitions (you might be surprised!). He shares what got him interested in essential oils, how he ended up writing that now famous book The Art of Aromatherapy, and reveals what Aromatherapy was like in the UK back in the 1970’s (spoiler alert: it’s nothing like it is today). Robert and Frauke also have an honest discussion about what Aromatherapy is today, what’s chang...2021-10-141h 08
An Aromatic LifeSmellosophy with Ann-Sophie Barwich#36: In this episode, Frauke sits down with cognitive scientist and empirical philosopher, Ann-Sophie Barwich, PhD to talk about her book Smellosophy: What the Nose tells the Mind, which highlights the importance of thinking about the sense of smell as a model for neuroscience and the senses. Ann-Sophie shares her perspective on why smelling is so underappreciated, what we get wrong about this elusive sense, and why she believes our sense of smell is truly amazing (and like no other!). She reveals many fascinating facts about smelling from a biological and psychological perspective, and encourages us to use this beautiful se...2021-09-3049 min
An Aromatic LifeOlfactory Health, Dysfunction, and Research with Dr Zara Patel#35: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Otolaryngologist Dr. Zara M. Patel, Director of Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery and Associate Professor of Otolaryngology at Stanford University to talk about olfactory health, dysfunction, and the latest in olfactory research. Dr. Patel explains how doctors clinically define a healthy sense of smell, how she recommends we maintain smell health, and the role our sense of smell plays in brain health. Dr. Patel then explains how COVID-19 causes smell loss, what the chance of recovery is, as well as the best treatments and protocols currently available to regain your sense of smell...2021-09-1454 min
An Aromatic LifeLiving With Hyperosmia (Heightened Sensitivity To Smells)#34: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Lucie Kratochvílová from the Czech Republic to talk about living with a rare smell dysfunction called hyperosmia, where you have a heightened sensitivity to smells. Lucie shares what daily life is like when you can smell everything, good and bad, and how she copes. She reveals what smells are most difficult and which ones she enjoys. She also shares the system she's created to help her manage day-to-day, and how she keeps her nose happy. Listen as she reveals her little secret, the "3-second smell", and explains what the sense of smel...2021-09-0954 min
An Aromatic LifeTaking A Nose Dive with Catherine Haley Epstein#33: In this episode, Frauke sits down with multi-disciplinary artist, writer, designer, and curator Catherine Haley Epstein to talk about her book Nose Dive, a book which explores the intersection of creativity with the science and anthropology of scent. This is a thought-provoking discussion about how we think and talk about scent. Catherine shares her journey to writing the book, which reveals how important it is to stay true to what you believe in. She shares what her sense of smell means to her, how it makes her feel, and explains, in her opinion, what people get wrong about this un...2021-09-0240 min
An Aromatic LifeForest Therapy for Healing and Wellbeing#32: In this episode, Frauke talks about forest therapy, sometimes referred to as forest bathing. Learn all about this wonderful therapy, which has been scientifically proven to boost your immune system, reduce stress, increase energy, unleash creativity, decrease anxiety, enhance memory, and improve sleep (to name just a few). Frauke explains why we humans are meant to be in nature, what we can learn from our ancestors and indigenous people, and shares a few of the studies that confirm what we already know. She takes you through what forest therapy is all about and explains how to use each of...2021-08-2631 minAn Aromatic LifeBONUS: Forest Therapy Companion Audio GuideThis bonus episode is a companion guide to Episode #32 Forest Therapy for Healing and Wellbeing. Listen as Frauke explains exactly what you need to do before starting your forest therapy session. She explains the four rules to follow in order to get the most out of your session, and she takes you through how to engage each of your five senses, one at a time, to connect with nature in the most intimate way. After listening, don't forget to turn off your phone and put it away. Your senses will be your only guide.
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An Aromatic LifeA Library of Olfactive Material with Clara Weale#31: In this episode, Frauke sits down with A Library of Olfactive Material's founder Clara Weale to talk about her not-for-profit olfactory library in Glasgow, Scotland. The library aims to be a resource for scent education, experience, and experimentation. Clara reveals what led her to open the library, who it's for and what you can do there. She shares what surprises her most when people work with the materials, as well as what people, themselves, are most surprised to discover. This conversation will leave you wanting to express more of your creative side, and being readily led by your nose....2021-08-1946 min
An Aromatic LifeLiving With Parosmia (Smell Distortion)#30: In this episode, Frauke sits down with Aba Williams, Megan Abernathy, and Thelma Poupazi to talk about parosmia, the condition of having a distorted sense of smell. This is an honest conversation about the physical and mental challenges of living with smell distortions. Each woman shares her personal parosmia story, revealing not only how it changed their relationship with food, friends & family, and navigating everyday smells around them, but also the mental toll it takes, and the support that's needed, to make it through the journey. This conversation will leave you feeling it all! The heartache, the struggles, the...2021-08-121h 07An Aromatic Life#29 Aromatherapy Around The WorldIn this episode, Frauke invites 5 aromatherapists from around the world to join in a conversation about smell, aromatics, and the field of Aromatherapy. Joining Frauke in the roundtable discussion are aromatherapists Elaine Le Feuvre from Guernsey, Channel Islands, Merja Hadeq from Morocco (via Norway & UK), Gladys Tan from Hong Kong (via Singapore), Julia Falkenstein from Germany, and Dori Bell from the USA. They talk about the journey that led them to become an aromatherapist, including what smells influenced their love of all things aromatic along the way. They define what the sense of smell represents from their perspective, and ta...2021-08-051h 21An Aromatic Life#28 Za Za's Scented Adventure with author Alexis WintrobIn this episode, Frauke sits down with Alexis Wintrob, author of the children's book Za Za's Scent-Sational Superpower. Alexis explains what motivated her to create a children's book focused on fragrance, what influences led her to tell the story she did, and why it's so important to showcase STEM for young children. This is an enjoyable conversation about the importance of getting young children to appreciate scents and encouraging them to engage, aromatically, with the world around them.
Alexis' website: Zazasscentsationalsuperpower.com
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Follow Frauke on Instagram: @an_aromatic_l...2021-07-0830 minAn Aromatic Life#27 Smell Training for Smell LossIn this episode, Frauke explains everything you need to know about smell training if you've lost your sense of smell. She describes what the therapy is, who it's best suited for, and answers the question "does it really work?" by going through a few of the scientific studies. Frauke then takes you through what's involved in doing the therapy, including both the physical and psychological aspects. If you've lost your sense of smell, whether from COVID-19 or through other means, or maybe you have a poor sense of smell, or suffer from parosmia, smell training might be a good...2021-07-0126 minAn Aromatic Life#26: Parfums de Vie (the fragrance of life, light, & love for children in need) with Nicole DerieuxIn this episode, Frauke sits down with Parfums de Vie co-founder/co-owner Nicole Derieux to talk about her non-profit in Grasse, France which she describes as the fragrance of life, light, & love for children in need. Nicole takes us through some fragrant episodes in her life's journey as a little girl growing up on the west coast of Scotland, enjoying the smells of the sea, right through to today, living in the Perfume Capital of the World, surrounded by an abundance of beautiful aromatic plants. She explains what led her and her husband to start Parfums de Vie, what th...2021-06-2456 minAn Aromatic Life#25 Honoring and Amplifying Black Stories through Scent with Tiffany GriffinIn this episode, Frauke sits down with Bright Black co-founder/co-owner Tiffany Griffin to talk about using scent as a medium to tell stories, honor memories, and spark conversation. Tiffany explains what sense of smell means to her and how she harnesses the power of scent in her candle business. She also reveals what moments in her life journey led her to ultimately use scent as an artistic medium, with the goal to improve the human condition and amplify black stories. Tiffany shares her creative process for identifying the scent stories she wants to tell, and gives a sneak pea...2021-06-1743 minAn Aromatic Life#24 On Passion for Scent & Community with Glenn Davis aka Mrcologne76In this episode, Frauke sits down with Glenn Davis, aka Mrcologne76 to talk about taking a lifelong passion for fragrance and harnessing it to create a unique voice and community around scent. Glenn shares his memories of the smells he experienced in his early years growing up in Trinidad, and during his time in the Navy in Hawaii, Japan, and Spain. And he reveals the special person who got him hooked on fragrances at a very early age. He shares what it means to be a nurse and how fragrance plays a part in the work that he does. Gl...2021-06-1054 minAn Aromatic Life#23 Living an Aromatic Life with Entrepreneur & Perfumer Anu PrestoniaIn this episode, Frauke sits down with Entrepreneur & Perfumer Anu Prestonia to talk about living an aromatic life. Anu shares her journey to becoming more connected to scents and smelling, including what led her to start her own perfume line. She reveals what her sense of smell means to her, and how she's connected with it over the years. Anu also shares her creative process for fragrance creation and how spirituality and nature are her guide. If you're interested in living a more aromatic life, filled with everyday moments of joy, then this episode will be your inspiration. This is...2021-06-0355 minAn Aromatic Life#22 Foodwalking with Writer and Culinary Explorer Kevin CoxIn this episode, Frauke sits down with Writer and Culinary Explorer Kevin Cox to discuss the art of foodwalking. Kevin explains what foodwalking is exactly, how he coined the term (Anthony Bourdain approves), and then shares how to go about foodwalking whether you're in your own home town or exploring new places. Frauke and Kevin discuss what role our sense of smell can play in the joy of food exploration and discovery, and reflect on why certain aromas influence what we'll try and what we won't. Listen all the way to the end to learn what the grossest food wa...2021-05-271h 00An Aromatic Life#21: Scent Meditation for Calm & ConcentrationIn this episode, Frauke explains the concentrative meditation technique of scent meditation. She reveals the mental health benefits of meditating and shares how focusing on scents helps calm the mind and increase concentration. Frauke shares what types of essential oils are best to use for what situation, and then takes you through the scent meditation exercise step-by-step. Whether you're already meditating and are interested in another approach, or you've never meditated before, Frauke will show you how using your sense of smell, and scents, makes meditating not only less intimidating, but an enjoyable everyday practice to incorporate into your...2021-05-2021 minAn Aromatic Life#20: Scent Journaling for Mental Wellbeing & CreativityIn this episode, Frauke shares how you can enhance your journaling experience through the use of scent. She explains the mental health benefits of journaling and the various ways you can incorporate the scent of essential oils to help boost the flow of words to paper. Frauke takes you through two distinct types of scent journaling that she's practiced over the years (and that she recommends to her students), each showcasing the role of scent in different ways. She shares what scents to choose and gives a detailed explanation of how to do the exercises. Whether for anxiety, stress...2021-05-1323 minAn Aromatic Life#19: How To Tap Into Positive Scent Memories To Feel GoodIn this episode, Frauke shares how you can use your positive scent memories to support your emotional wellbeing. She explains why it's beneficial to use your scent memories to influence different emotional states including anxiety, stress and worry. And, no worries, if you feel like you don't have any scent memories to access (hint: you do, indeed!) because Frauke takes you through various exercises that can help you explore and uncover scent memories you may not even remember you had. Lastly, and most importantly, she'll tell you what you can do with those new-found scent memories and how to...2021-05-0624 minAn Aromatic Life#18: On Words, Smells and Blindness with Writer Dr. M. Leona GodinIn this episode, Frauke sits down with writer, performer, and educator Dr. M. Leona Godin to talk about being blind in an ocularcentric culture and why she's drawn to all things smell. She reveals what sense of smell means to her and why it took her so long to appreciate its beauty and value. Frauke and Leona discuss why scent descriptions aren't very common in literature, why it's so hard to put words to odors, and why it's important to give space and energy to our sense of smell. Leona also talks about creating her literary project Aromatica Poetica...2021-04-2958 minAn Aromatic Life#17: Vibrational Perfumery with Perfumer Yosh HanIn this episode, Frauke sits down with Perfumer Yosh Han to discuss Vibrational Perfumery. She explains what it means to use your intuition and how to activate it using your sense of smell. Yosh shares how she approaches vibrational perfumery in her work to amplify a person’s intention, and to help shift their energy. And she describes the importance of using the right oils for each intention. Listen all the way to the end to learn what unique smell is Yosh's favorite at the moment. You might be surprised.
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Fo...2021-04-2241 minAn Aromatic Life#16: Scent Walking - A Mindfulness ExerciseIn this episode, Frauke discusses the benefits of scent walking, an activity she coined after years of practice. Unlike walking, which on its own has many wonderful health benefits, scent walking incorporates the element of smelling purposefully, giving the added reward of letting you be in the moment and connecting with your surroundings. Frauke explains why putting your attention on smelling has physical, mental and emotional benefits to support your wellbeing. And she'll guide you through the elements of scent walking, finishing the episode by taking you along on a walk in her (very hilly) neighborhood to explain how...2021-04-1534 minAn Aromatic Life#15 A Journey of Smell Loss with Fifth Sense Founder Duncan BoakIn this episode, Frauke sits down with Fifth Sense Founder Duncan Boak to talk about his journey of smell loss. He opens up about the weeks, months and years following his smell loss, how he coped (and didn't), and reveals the catalyst that led him to create the charity Fifth Sense. This is an honest conversation about the ups and downs of living with smell loss, while remaining focused with purpose and hope. They talk about recalling scent memories, doing smell training, and leveraging the sense of taste to bring joy to eating. Listen all the way to the...2021-04-081h 07An Aromatic Life#14 Farming & Distilling Aromatic Plants in the Himalayas with Krishana Chaitanya of Nisarga FarmsIn this episode, Frauke speaks with the co-founder of Nisarga Farms, Swami Krishana Chaitanya about what it's like to farm and distill aromatic plants in the Himalayan region of India, and to do so with conservation and sustainability in mind. Krishana shares the philosophy of Nisarga Farms, including why they believe small batch production is the way to go. And he reveals what it takes to inspire farmers to grow aromatic plants at all. He also explains what it means to be an AromaTechnologist, and what it takes to grow aromatic plants in different regions of the Himalayas. Krishana...2021-04-011h 04An Aromatic Life#13: Conservation & Sustainability of Aromatic Medicinal Plants with Dr. Kelly AblardIn this episode, Frauke talks with conservation biologist and clinical aromatherapist Dr. Kelly Ablard about the conservation and sustainable management of aromatic medicinal plants. Kelly reveals shocking statistics on the state of the planet's biodiversity, the % of aromatic medicinal plants that are threatened, and in some cases near extinction. She clarifies the often confused definitions of conservation and sustainability, as well as shares an example of what can be done, through her Toucan Project, preserving Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) in Peru. If you use essential oils for aromatherapy, natural perfumery, or you simply care about the planet, this episode is...2021-03-2559 minAn Aromatic Life#12: The Intersection of Smell & Sound with Musician Justin CopelandIn this episode, Frauke sits down with musical artist and fragrance enthusiast Justin Copeland to talk about the intersection of our senses of smell and sound through music and fragrance. Justin explains his approach to music composition and shares insights into how a piece comes together for him (which is not unlike how a fragrance is composed). And he shares how his synesthesia informs what he hears and smells. Justin explains what it means, for him, to experience a good or bad piece of music and fragrance, and offers advice on how to evaluate something you hear, or smell, f...2021-03-181h 08
An Aromatic Life#10 Oenolfaction (Smelling Wine) with Mikel CirkusIn this episode, Frauke talks to creative director, and wine enthusiast, Mikel Cirkus about all things wine and olfaction. If you enjoy a glass of wine here and there, and you’re interested in training your nose, this episode is for you. Mikel explains how he coined the term oenolfaction and what it is exactly. He reveals how he got into training his nose using wine and what his process is (including his oenotes). He explains the difference between an aroma and a bouquet, and why it’s actually good to swirl your wine before you drink it. Mikel also...2021-03-041h 04An Aromatic Life#9: The NEW Smell & Taste Association of North America - A Conversation with the FoundersIn this episode, Frauke talks to the founders of the new Smell & Taste Association of North America (STANA), Katie Boateng, Pamela Silberman, and Marj Rosner. They discuss why they decided to form the organization, where they currently are in their formation, and what they hope to achieve. You'll learn about their own personal journey with smell loss and why they feel it's so important to have a patient advocacy group here in North America. Whether you're living without the ability to smell, or you can smell, this episode will open your eyes and heart to the importance of working...2021-02-2535 minAn Aromatic Life#8: The Art of Perfumery with Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel (Part 2)In Part 2 of 2, Frauke talks with Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel this time about the Art of Perfumery. Whether you're interested in a career in Perfumery, or simply interested in learning about the art form, this episode is packed with information and insights on all things creative. They discuss why Perfumery is truly an Art and what that means exactly. Christophe shares what options are available to becoming a Perfumer, but more importantly, what you can do everyday to train and open your nose... and your brain. He shares why he created the Perfumery Code of Ethics and what message...2021-02-181h 03An Aromatic Life#7: The Science & Education of Perfumery with Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel [Part I]In Part 1 of a two-part series, Frauke sits down with Master Perfumer Christophe Laudamiel to have a fun conversation about the science and education of Perfumery. Whether you're interested in a career in Perfumery, or simply interested in how it all works in your everyday life, this episode is packed with information and insights on all things smell and scent. Christophe explains why it's important to understand the science before the art and what journey led him to becoming a Master Perfumer. They debate the age-old tension between naturals and synthetics, compare notes on Perfumery vs. Aromatherapy, and discuss...2021-02-111h 12An Aromatic Life#6: Aromatherapy & Oriental Medicine with Gabriel MojayIn this episode, Frauke talks to author and renowned Clinical Aromatherapist Gabriel Mojay about all things smell-related through the lens of Aromatherapy intersecting with Oriental Medicine. They dive deep into how essential oils can be integrated with the Traditional Chinese Medicine theories of the 5 Elements and Yin & Yang, as well as explore the concept of fragrance energetics. Gabriel also shares his perspective on how the field of Aromatherapy has changed over the years and what he's most excited about in terms of where it is today. Whether you're familiar with Gabriel's work, or you're being introduced to him for...2021-02-041h 25An Aromatic Life#5: Why Do We Have 2 Nostrils and How Do They Help Us Smell?In this episode, Frauke explores why we have two nostrils; why not just one? And she'll explore what that means for how we smell. She'll discuss: Why is it that, even though we have two ears and two eyes, having two nostrils is still a little different? Why are our nostrils important for our health? Why are they important for our safety? What does having two nostrils suggest about how we perceive the world around us? To wrap up, as always, Frauke offers a simple exercise you can do to apply what you've learned.
Podcast Reference: 2006 UC Berkeley Stu...2021-01-3017 minAn Aromatic Life#4: How Smelling Influences EatingIn this episode, Frauke discusses the role your sense of smell plays in enjoying food - not only while you're eating, but even when you're preparing it. Frauke explains how we smell two ways, why our perceptions of smells are so different depending on how we smell our food, and she reveals an interesting insight about why humans are so unique in terms of smelling (it involves a bone, speech and choking - can you guess?). Learn how our brain perceives food aromas depending on where it's from, what shapes our enjoyment of food, and why it even matters. T...2021-01-2822 minAn Aromatic Life#3: Why Is Smelling So Personal?In this episode, Frauke discusses why no two people perceive smells the same way, and how it's possible for a person to love the smell of cow manure and hate the smell of roses. Frauke explains why we're all on our own personal smell journey, and she reveals where that journey begins (you might be surprised!). Learn why it is that not all smells are universally loved, what shapes our scent preferences, and why it even matters. At the end, as always, Frauke will reflect on the learning and provides guidance on how to apply it in your everyday l...2021-01-2120 minAn Aromatic Life#2: A World With No Smells with Comedian Dia KlineIn this episode, Frauke talks to comedian Dia Kline about what it feels like to live in a world without smells. It's a fascinating (and hilarious) conversation that explores what it's like to grow up with congenital anosmia, the inability to smell since birth. Dia explains how she interprets smells, despite never having smelled anything, and what its' like to navigate a world surrounded by people who can smell. She shares the first time, as a child, that she realized there was this thing called smells. She takes us through the challenges of being on her own, dating and...2021-01-141h 25An Aromatic LifeThe Underappreciated Sense#1: In this first episode, Frauke explores why our sense of smell is such an under-appreciated sense in our culture. She discusses why so many Millennials are willing to give up their sense of smell, what our language says about what senses we prioritize, what it was like back in time when smells (and smelling) were an integral part of society, and what two periods in history shaped how we value our sense of smell, and smells, today. She also explores what role COVID-19 has played in shifting the conversation about smell. At the end, Frauke reflects on how we got...2021-01-0333 min