Perfume

Sleepy History

Slumber Studios

Society & Culture, Documentary, History

4.5 • 877 Ratings

🗓️ 29 December 2024

⏱️ 55 minutes

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Summary

Perfume—a delicate art that has enchanted humanity for centuries. From ancient rituals to modern luxury, the story of fragrance is one of creativity, culture, and connection. How were the first scents crafted, and what secrets lie behind the world’s most iconic perfumes? Tonight, let the rich history and allure of perfume guide you into a peaceful sleep, as we explore the enchanting world of fragrance through the ages. Narrated by: Jessika Gössl Written by: Jessica Miller About Sleepy History Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep. Want to enjoy Sleepy History ad-free? Start your 7-day free trial of Sleepy History Premium: ⁠⁠⁠https://sleepyhistory.supercast.com/⁠⁠⁠ Have feedback or an episode request? Let us know at: ⁠⁠⁠slumberstudios.com/contact⁠⁠⁠ Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit ⁠⁠⁠www.slumberstudios.com⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Thank you for being a dedicated listener of Sleepy History.
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1:28.5	We've all been walking down the road when suddenly an intriguing scent catches our attention,
1:38.1	some kind of perfume drifting through the air.
1:42.8	After all, smell is one of the most powerful senses. But how did we
1:50.1	learn to harness this power of scent, distilling and bottling the very essence of a thing?
1:58.3	How did perfume and poison commingle in Renaissance Italy? And what part did the man who
2:06.6	killed Rasputin play in the development of one of the world's pre-eminent fragrances? We'll explore
2:15.6	these questions and more tonight.
2:18.8	The story of perfume will take us through millennia and around the globe.
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