{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"English Learning for Curious Minds | A More Interesting Way To Learn English ","title":"#543 | From Temples to Duty-Free | The Ancient History of Modern Perfume","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/2f3f560a\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1346,"description":"In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating history of perfume, tracing its journey from Ancient Mesopotamia to its artistic development in France.  \nWe'll learn how scents have evolved from practical uses to luxury items, and discover the intriguing world of “grands nez,” the master perfumers who dedicate their lives to crafting these aromatic masterpieces. \n\n\nPerfume origins: from Mesopotamia to Middle Eastern innovation  \nAncient perfume use: religious rituals and practical odour cover  \nEgypt: Perfume as a status symbol in hot climates\nCleopatra and the power of scent  \nRoman perfume indulgence and imported fragrances  \nFrench perfume evolution: From leather gloves to luxury  \nGrasse: The perfume capital of the world  \nWhy perfume is expensive: ingredients and branding  \nBecoming a \"grand nez\": the perfumer's journey  \nPerfume's artistic and historical significance across cultures\n\n\n\nFull interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/perfume","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/HIneD2bpN38ZyIYQqvz9OwtMc5c5ep366psJkVe0ZiU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzU3MDEvMTYyMDk3/Mzg5MS1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}