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Listen "2: Mama Perfumes & Tang Dynasty Saffron"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to Episode 2 of Between the Notes!This week Sarah defines what a "mama perfume" is and reviews works that outline the "cultural biography" of aromatics like Saffron in 7th century China.Fragrances mentioned:Beautiful, Knowing and Knowing legacy by Estee LauderCharlie Azure by RevlonChanel No. 5 & Chanel No. 5 Eau Premiere by Chanel O'Feminin by M. MicallefRival by LootahIris Celadon by Armani PriveIncense Kyoto by Commes De GarconOak in Oak by Scents of WoodVetiver Bourbon by Parfum D'Empire Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/btwnnotes/Works cited: Scented Protection: Saffron's Transcultural Premodern History by Yan Liu, 2023The Golden Peaches of Samarkand: A Study of T'ang Exotics, Volume 1 by Edward H. Schafer, 1963Sound engineering & music: Jasem Jarrar
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