Episodios

  • Frankincense and Lush's Bond Street 1972
    May 26 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!

    In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about how frankincense needs to be conserved as well as how even obtaining it takes you on a hero's journey! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses Lush's Bond Street 1972, where the name came from, its perfumer, as well as Lush's "activism."

    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.

    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:
    Bee: here
    Melissa: ⁠here
    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here

    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson
    Written by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson
    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir

    Check out our website for merch and fun stuff! ⁠https://www.sillageandsorcery.com⁠

    Thanks for checking us out!

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    49 m
  • Opoponax, Myrrh, and Shalimar
    May 19 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!


    In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about the resinous witchery behind opoponax and myrrh, and why it is so beloved in perfumery! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses Guerlain’s Shalimar, from its origin of legend, how it’s discussed in the world of perfumery, and what marks it as a classic scent that differs from current perfumes.


    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.


    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:

    Bee: ⁠here

    Melissa: ⁠here

    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here


    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir

    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson

    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson

    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir


    Check out our website for merch and fun stuff! ⁠https://www.sillageandsorcery.com⁠


    Thanks for checking us out!

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    42 m
  • Co-Host Q&A
    May 12 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!

    In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us about swamp green and ghosts in Florida. Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses how she can bend steel and how her Hobbit wooed her aggressively.

    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.

    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:
    Bee: ⁠here
    Melissa: ⁠here
    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here

    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson
    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson
    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir

    Check our our website for merch and fun stuff! ⁠https://www.sillageandsorcery.com⁠

    Thanks for checking us out!

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    35 m
  • Benzoin and Prada Candy
    May 5 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!

    In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about just how witchy benzoin can be, and how it has been for centuries! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses the origins of Prada, designer brands that outsource their fragrances, and how indie perfumers are getting hurt by larger brands.

    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.

    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:
    Bee: ⁠here
    Melissa: ⁠here
    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here

    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson
    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson
    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir

    Check our our website for merch and fun stuff! ⁠https://www.sillageandsorcery.com⁠

    Thanks for checking us out!

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    36 m
  • Racism in Paganism and Perfumery
    Apr 28 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!

    In this episode, Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses how Norse religious beliefs were co-opted by racists. Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about how racism is ubiquitous in the fragrance industry. Fortunately for our listeners, both hosts discuss how you can learn to be better!

    Link to Siri's resources on anti-racist Heathenry: https://www.sirivincentplouff.com/antiracist-heathen-resources
    Siri's Salem Presentation: https://www.salemwitchfest.com/event-details/reclaiming-heathenry-how-it-was-weaponized-by-white-supremacists-how-modern-heathens-fight-back

    Metalweaver's Creations: https://metalweaverscreations.com

    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.

    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:
    Bee: here
    Melissa: ⁠here
    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here

    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson
    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson
    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir

    Check our our website for merch and fun stuff! ⁠https://www.sillageandsorcery.com⁠

    Thanks for checking us out!

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    34 m
  • Forever Chemicals and White Musk
    Apr 21 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!

    In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about galaxolide, phthalates, and other chemicals that stay in our bodies and environments forever -even grosser than beaver nads! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses The Body Shop, White Musk, and why Melissa can only call the founder "Dame Anita".

    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.

    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:
    Bee: ⁠here
    Melissa: ⁠here
    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here

    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson
    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson
    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir

    Check our our website for merch and fun stuff! ⁠https://www.sillageandsorcery.com⁠

    Thanks for checking us out!

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    43 m
  • Interview with Immortal Perfumes
    Apr 14 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!

    In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus and Melissa of Sif Sniffs interview Jen Siems of Immortal Perfumes. We discuss how intuition can guide you, the importance of learning, and how Zac Efron and Melissa are destined to be together.

    Want to follow Jen?
    Her website is here
    and she is on IG here
    and she is on TikTok here

    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.

    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:
    Bee: ⁠here
    Melissa: ⁠here
    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here
    We also have a website with merch and fun things: https://www.sillageandsorcery.com

    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson
    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson
    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir

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    38 m
  • Designer Molecules and Glossier You
    Apr 7 2025

    Welcome to another Sillage and Sorcery!

    In this episode, Bee of Venus Invictus tells us all about how designer molecules came to be and how they can help and hurt indie perfumers! Melissa of Sif Sniffs discusses Emily Weiss, Glossier You, and why you shouldn't let Timothée Chalamet wear your hoodie.

    Want to support the show? Buy from our brands which are linked above! It helps support us so we can continue making this content.

    Don't want to blind buy? Follow us on Instagram where we post the public events that we will be attending:
    Bee: ⁠here
    Melissa: ⁠here
    Or you can follow the pod for fun updates here

    Sillage and Sorcery is produced by Bee Sampson and Melissa Sifjardóttir
    Researched by Melissa Sifjardóttir and Bee Sampson
    Logo Artwork by Bee Sampson
    Edited by Melissa Sifjardóttir

    Check our our website for merch and fun stuff! ⁠www.sillageandsorcery.com⁠

    Thanks for checking us out!

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    39 m