Episodes
Episode Name: Cygnet Perfumery - A Conversation with Sondrine Kehoe & Patrick Beggs
Episode No: 001
Release Date: 28th March 2025
In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Sondrine Kehoe, founder of Cygnet Perfumery, to explore the delicate craft of natural botanical fragrances. Sondrine shares her journey into perfumery, her inspirations, and the philosophy behind Cygnet’s small-batch, handcrafted scents. We discuss the unique challenges and rewards of working exclusively with natural ingredients, the creative process behind her compositions, and how scent can evoke deep emotional connections.
Join us as we uncover the beauty of slow, intentional perfumery and experience the artistry behind Cygnet’s stunning collection.
Watch or listen now and immerse yourself in the world of natural fragrance.
Episode Name: Criminal Elements - A Conversation with Founder and Perfumer Corey Newcombe
Episode No: 002
Release Date: 11th April 2025
In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Corey Newcombe, the creator of Criminal Elements, a fragrance house that dares to challenge convention. Corey takes us on a journey into the rebellious and unconventional world of perfumery, where each scent tells a story of danger, desire, and defiance.
Join us as we explore the inspiration behind his bold compositions, the interplay of light and dark in scent creation, and the alchemy of crafting fragrances that push boundaries. From the raw materials to the final bottle, Corey shares his process and vision for a brand that refuses to conform.
Watch or listen now as we uncover the provocative side of fragrance and the artistry behind Criminal Elements.
Episode Name: Ficifolia Fragrances - A Conversation with Founder and Owner Sophie Marcoux
Episode No: 003
Release Date: 25th April 2025
In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Sophie Marcoux, the founder and creative force behind Ficifolia Fragrances—a boutique fragrance house inspired by the textures, colours, and rhythms of Australian cityscapes.
Sophie shares her journey from a background in brand and product development to launching a line of perfumes that are both grounded in nature and elevated by modern storytelling. We explore her approach to sourcing native botanicals, the influence of place on scent, and the slow, intentional process behind her perfume compositions.
Join us for a note-by-note masterclass as we experience one of her signature fragrances in real time, and gain insight into the philosophy and craft behind Ficifolia’s beautifully balanced creations.
Watch or listen now as we will uncover the quiet power of modern perfumery and the elegance of scent shaped by a sense of place.
Episode Name: Anka Kuş Parfüm. - A Conversation with Founder and Perfumer Ali Erkekli
Episode No: 004
Release Date: 11th May 2025
In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Ali Erkekli, the founder and perfumer behind Anka Kuş Parfüm—a bold and eclectic fragrance house known for crafting olfactory journeys inspired by history, travel, faith, and art.
Ali shares his personal and creative evolution, offering insight into how memory, emotion, and cultural storytelling shape his perfumes. Each scent is designed as a portal to a moment in time or place in the world—rich in texture, meaning, and mood. We also explore his hands-on, artisanal approach to blending, bottling, and narrating through scent.
Join us for a note-by-note masterclass as Ali guides us through one of his signature creations, unveiling the inspiration, materials, and layered storytelling that define the Anka Kuş collection.
Watch or listen now as we will uncover the quiet power of modern perfumery and the elegance of scent shaped by a sense of place.
Episode Name: Perdrisât. - A Conversation with Founder and Perfumer Callum Rory Mitchel
Episode No: 005
Release Date: 23rd May 2025
In this episode of Olfactive Melbourne, we sit down with Callum Mitchel, the founder and perfumer behind Perdrisât Perfume—a provocative and deeply personal fragrance house that defies convention with scents that are bold, vulnerable, and unapologetically queer.
Callum shares the emotional and artistic impulses that drive his work, revealing how identity, memory, and intimacy are translated into scent. Each fragrance in the Perdrisât range carries a story—sometimes raw, sometimes tender, always arresting. His work challenges norms and invites us into a world where perfume becomes a form of self-expression and resistance.
Join us for a note-by-note masterclass as Callum walks us through “Daddy,” one of the brand’s standout creations. We explore the materials, inspiration, and taboo-breaking ethos that make Perdrisât an unforgettable force in modern perfumery.
Watch or listen now as we dive into the world of fragrance shaped by feeling, subtext, and fearless storytelling.