Olfactive Melbourne
A husband-and-wife duo interviews Australian indie perfumers, dedicating each episode to a 'masterclass' on a single, signature fragrance.
A highly structured interview show focused on the Australian niche perfume scene. Each episode spotlights one perfumer and one of their specific fragrances. The conversation moves from the founder's origin story into a real-time, note-by-note analysis of the chosen scent, which the hosts smell and react to live on air.
“Its 'masterclass' format, deconstructing a single fragrance per episode, is unique. Unlike broader interview shows, Olfactive Melbourne provides a sensory, educational deep-dive, comparing the scent on paper vs. skin and explaining technical concepts like the fragrance pyramid.”
Who hosts this show
Olfactive Melbourne is an immersive podcast series hosted by Trent and Robyn Stokes, a husband and wife team of self-proclaimed fragrance enthusiasts. Each episode serves as an educational masterclass, featuring in-depth conversations with the founders and perfumers behind independent, primarily Australian, fragrance brands. The hosts guide guests through the craft, creativity, and passion behind their work, often focusing on the story and composition of one specific scent.
Credentials & credits
- Podcast Hosts
- Founders, Olfactive Melbourne Perfumery
Other ventures
- Olfactive Melbourne Perfumery (e-commerce site)
- TNT Group (packaging manufacturing)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- anz
When new episodes drop
- 01#029 Vararoha A Conversation with Prashant KhannaJun 19, 2026 · 2h 08m
- 02#028 Maison Le Garcon A Conversation with Louis CalmetJun 5, 2026 · 1h 43m
- 03#027 Kilani Essence A Conversation with Yusef Al KilaniMay 22, 2026 · 2h 34m
- 04#026 Ficifolia Fragrances - A Conversation with Sophie MarcouxMay 8, 2026 · 1h 25m
- 05#025 Örök Fragrances A Conversation with John DomjanApr 24, 2026 · 1h 25m
- 06#024 Liminus A Conversation with Hilary ScofieldApr 10, 2026 · 1h 37m
- 07#023 Kolido A Conversation with Kimberley NgoMar 27, 2026 · 1h 22m
- 08#022 Mihan Aromatics A Conversation with Julia Brown and Josh MihanMar 13, 2026 · 1h 58m
Notable episodes
- 01#027 Kilani Essence A Conversation with Yusef Al Kilani
Features the founder's powerful personal story of his family fleeing a war zone, and his unique 'personal perfumery' business model located in an unexpected place.
- 02#029 Vararoha A Conversation with Prashant Khanna
The guest intentionally chose a polarizing fragrance for the masterclass, leading to a discussion on 'off notes' and challenging mass-appealing scents.
- 03#028 Maison Le Garcon A Conversation with Louis Calmet
Highlights a unique creative process where the founder, a hairdresser, uses his clients as a focus group for testing new fragrance iterations.
What you'll be asked on this show
Trent and Robyn co-host with a tag-team approach, moving from broad opening questions about a brand's history to a structured sensory analysis. They begin by establishing the guest's background and the brand's basic story. The interview then pivots to the 'masterclass' segment, where they spray a chosen fragrance and guide the guest through its notes, starting with the opening. They use their own real-time reactions ("On my skin, I'm getting...") to prompt deeper explanations from the perfumer. The hosts are adept at creating space for guests to share the personal memories and narratives that inspired the fragrance, often linking the scent's composition back to the creator's life story.
Hosted by husband-and-wife team Trent and Robyn Stokes, the show has a conversational yet structured feel. They use on-screen graphics for the fragrance pyramid and consistently explain technical terms for the listener. The format is predictable: an Acknowledgement of Country, brand introductions, and then a guided 'masterclass' where they smell the fragrance and analyze its evolution from top to base notes.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
10 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
origin
2- Q.01
“Can you tell us about your brand, where you're based, and when you established it?”
This is their standard opening sequence to establish the basic facts of the brand for the audience.
- Q.02
“What's the story or personal significance behind the brand name?”
The hosts often ask this early to connect the brand's identity to the founder's personal story.
process
2- Q.01
“Which fragrance did you select for our masterclass today, and why did you choose it?”
This question serves as the formal transition into the main deep-dive segment of the episode.
- Q.02
“How long does it typically take you to create a fragrance with your process?”
This question provides listeners with insight into the timeline and labor involved in perfume creation.
craft
3- Q.01
“Can you take us through the opening notes?”
Asked right after everyone has sprayed the fragrance, this kicks off the structured, real-time analysis.
- Q.02
“How would you describe the interaction between [note A] and [note B]?”
A follow-up used during the scent analysis to get more specific detail on the composition.
- Q.03
“What does that name/phrase mean?”
Used to translate non-English fragrance names or terms, making the content more accessible.
personal
1- Q.01
“What is the inspiration and story behind this particular fragrance?”
This question is used to uncover the narrative concept or personal memory that the scent is built around.
technique
1- Q.01
“What do you mean by [a specific term the guest used]?”
They use this to clarify industry jargon (like 'personal perfumery') for their educational format.
backstory
1- Q.01
“Could you tell us more about your personal journey, like how you got to Australia?”
The hosts will gently probe into a guest's background when it seems relevant to their creative work.
Signature segments
- · Fragrance Masterclass
- · Fragrance Pyramid Explanation
- · Blotter vs. Skin Comparison
- · Acknowledgement of Country
- · Olfactive Melbourne Experience Pack promotion
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books founders and perfumers from independent and niche Australian fragrance houses. Guests are typically solo artisans or small teams who are deeply involved in the creative direction and composition of their scents.
- Prashant Khanna (PK)on #029 Vararoha A Conversation with Prashant Khanna
- Louis Calmeton #028 Maison Le Garcon A Conversation with Louis Calmet
- Yousef Al-Kilanion #027 Kilani Essence A Conversation with Yusef Al Kilani
- Sophie Marcouxon #026 Ficifolia Fragrances - A Conversation with Sophie Marcoux
- John Domjanon #025 Örök Fragrances A Conversation with John Domjan
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is sponsored by Olfactive Melbourne Perfumery and TNT Group, which appear to be the hosts' own businesses. The perfumery exclusively sells Australian brands featured on the podcast, and the show promotes an 'Experience Pack' to let listeners smell along, making the podcast a direct content marketing channel for their retail venture (estimated).
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Pitch this show
People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Olfactive Melbourne?
- The podcast is hosted by Trent and Robyn Stokes, a husband and wife team passionate about perfumery.
- Is the Olfactive Melbourne podcast still running?
- Yes, the podcast is active and releases episodes on a weekly or fortnightly basis.
- What is the format of the show?
- Each episode is a 'masterclass' with a perfumer, focusing on the story of their brand and a note-by-note deep dive into one of their signature fragrances.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- Olfactive Melbourne is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
- What is the Olfactive Melbourne Perfumery?
- It is an online store run by the hosts that exclusively sells Australian perfume brands, many of which have been featured on the podcast.
- How can I smell the fragrances discussed on the show?
- The show promotes an 'Experience Pack' available from their perfumery website, which allows listeners to purchase samples of fragrances featured in the episodes to smell along.
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- [02]Olfactive Melbourne Perfumeryolfactivemelbourneperfumery.com.au
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- [04]Olfactive Melbourne - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
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