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How I Became a Perfumer Podcast
Breaking into the Fragrance and Flavor industry is one of the hardest career moves you can make. This podcast exists to change that.
Host Tanya Mironova brings you conversations with perfumers, flavorists, brand founders, and industry insiders who share what it actually took.
Listening isn't enough? Book a private consultation with Tanya at her LinkedIn and get a direct answer for your specific situation.
Episodes
27 episodes
№ 27 – What Perfumers Hide with BBC Producer Natasha Cox
What happens when the romance of perfume meets the reality of child labor?In this episode, Tanya speaks with BBC producer Natasha Cox, director of Perfume’s Dark Secret — a documentary uncovering the supply chain behind E...
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№ 26 – How to Talk About Scents Professionally — with Paige Crist & Jenna Troyli
How do you talk about smell and taste — clearly, creatively, and professionally?In this episode, Tanya speaks with Paige Crist and Jenna Troyli, co-founders of Noted Communications, about how to find your vo...
№ 25 – Could You Build a Fragrance Giant Today? With Osmo CEO Alex Wiltschko
What if the next fragrance powerhouse wasn’t born from heritage, but from code, curiosity, and a clean slate? In this episode, Tanya Mironova sits down with Alex Wiltschko, CEO of Osmo and a fragrance house Generation — com...
№ 24 – How Scrolling TikTok Helps to Creation with Perfumer Jérôme Di Marino
In this episode we’re joined by the brilliant perfumer Jérôme Di Marino, whose career has taken him from early dreams of becoming an artist to mastering the technical and emotional world of fine fragrance. From Givaudan to Givenchy, Taka...
№ 23 – From Synthetic to Natural: Caroline Leclerc on Relearning Perfumery
Learning a new skill is challenging, but relearning—especially in the art of perfumery—presents its own unique hurdles. Caroline Leclerc transitioned from classical perfumery to embracing a naturals-only palette. In this episode, ...
№ 22 – Regulating Scents: Working at IFRA with Dr. Matthias Vey
In this episode, Dr. Matthias Vey unveils the truth about IFRA's role in the fragrance industry. Often seen as just a regulatory body, IFRA plays a much bigger role in shaping the future of perfumery, ensuring safety, and fosterin...
№ 21 – How to Find Your Voice in Perfumery with Camille Leguay
In this episode, we explore the creative journey of Camille Leguay, a perfumer, educator at Cinquieme Sens and founder of her own brand. Camille’s work spans collaborations like Wood Ja...
№ 20 – Fragrance Entrepreneurship with Demeter CEO Mark Crames
For the first time on our podcast, we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of a brand owner who not only helms the creative vision but also owns the manufacturing facility. Meet Mark Crames, the innovative founder of Demeter Fragrance Library....
№19 – Who is a Scent Librarian with Hanna Lambert
Ever wanted to be a librarian? How about a Scent Librarian? Meet Hanna Lambert, who had this unique title at Scentmate, part of the dsm-Firmenich group. In this episode, Hanna shares her journey of work, dedication, and empathy — and why she re...
№18 – How to Become a Fabric & Home Care Perfumer at Mane with William Levi-Valle
Who is a Fabric and Home Care Perfumer? Meet William Levi-Valle, who holds this title at MANE, one of the global leaders in fragrance and flavor. William shares his journey, including choosing educational paths and career opportunities, and (we...
№17 – How to Become a Perfumer with Ilias Kakis
It's time to look at the mindset of perfumers who choose to work independently. Ilias Kakis answers Tanya's questions, providing insights into his 'whys', way of working and more. In this episode, you can also find out why modern ambergris is c...
№16 – Biggest Perfumery Wedding with Jenna Troyli, Perfumer&Flavorist+
We asked Jenna about all the details of the biggest perfumery wedding (as she calls the World Perfumery Congress). From inclusion to why she wore black (yes, it's still a wedding). More details in the episode.EPISODE LINKS:
№15 – Creating Your Own Path in Perfumery with Fragrance Expert Karen Gilbert
When an expert and educator like Karen Gilbert shares her expertise in mentoring and business creation, you can expect one of the best fragrance-related conversations to unfold. This is a truly special episode, and we hope you enjoy it as much ...
№14 – How to Found an Online Perfumery School with Isabelle Gellé
Join us as we delve into the nosy, artsy, and hippy world of Isabelle Gellé, from discovering her fragrant ancestry to founding the Perfumery Art School UK.In today's episode, Isabelle will share:How discovering her legacy h...
№13 – How to Become an Oral Care Flavorist at Givaudan with Solène Cauvin Wirz
Ever curious about what an Oral Care Flavorist does? Do they only focus on flavors, or do scents play a part too? How do you even get into that field? Join us as Solène Cauvin Wirz from Givaudan breaks it all down and sheds light on her uniq...
№12 – Becoming a Top-Level Flavorist with Andrea Albertino
Welcome back to our podcast! Today, we're thrilled to sit down with Andrea Albertino, who is not only a senior flavorist at Esarom in Austria but also the Honorary President of the British Society of Flavorists. Andrea brings a blend of profess...
№11 – Who is a Fragrance Marketing Specialist? With Vicki Last from Carvansons
Are you curious about the world of fragrance marketing? Ever wonder how real-world experience can trump classroom learning? Join us as we dive into a conversation with Vicki Last, a Fragrance Marketing Specialist at Carvansons, a global perfume...
№10 – From IFF Scent Manager to Luisa Jo Founder with Franziska Josteit
After more than 12 years in the fragrance industry, where she served in various roles at International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), Franziska Josteit founded her high-end perfume brand, "Luisa Jo - Wild Perfumery." Here are some key pieces o...
№9 – Perfumer&Flavorist+ and the World Perfumery Congress with Jenna Troyli
Perfumer&Flavorist+ is a multifaceted media platform that not only provides updates on the Flavor and Fragrance Industry but also democratizes information within the field. In this exciting episode, managing editor Jenna Troyli shares insig...
№8 – AI-Powered Perfumery with Milan Pavlovic
In this episode, we explore the intersection of fragrance and artificial intelligence with Milan Pavlovic, a software engineer and fragrance enthusiast who founded Scentalytics. This startup has garnered attention in recent months for its work ...
№7 – Themed Parks and Museum Aromas with Liam R. Findlay
Meet Liam R. Findlay, consultant at AromaPrime, where the science of scent meets the magic of storytelling. Founded over 50 years ago, AromaPrime has been dedicated to bringing themed smells to venues of all sizes. Today, as the use of scent as...
№6 – Essential Oils and Aromatherapy with Hana Tisserand
In this episode, Hana Tisserand, co-founder and director of operations and communications at the Tisserand Institute, offers her guidance on navigating the world of aromatherapy. She shares tips on safe use of essential oils, providing insights...
№5 – Olfactory Workshops for UK Prisons with Mike O'Shaughnessy
Our guest, Mike O'Shaughnessy, a Senior Lecturer in Graphic Design and Illustration at Liverpool School of Arts, shares insights into a unique project developed in collaboration with the prison education provider Novus. Over the past years, the...
№4 – How Smelling Improves Health with Dr. Michael Leon
Professor Michael Leon, with over 35 years of research at the University of California Irvine, delves into the close connection between smells and memory. Discover the potential of olfactory enrichment in combatting dementia and improving other...
№3 – Smells Like Wellness: Nordic Organic Fair Experience
Join Daniel and Tanya as they dive into the lively scene of the Nordic Organic Fair on this special episode. Does the fair, with 450 companies participating, live up to Tanya's olfactory expectations?Check the Fair Website: