“All in the golden afternoonFull leisurely we glide;For both our oars, with little skill,By little arms are plied,While little hands make vain pretenceOur wanderings to guide.”
― Lewis Carroll, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

In this episode, I’m joined (once again) by Fliss Walton, who helps me dive deep into my lifelong love for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Together, we explore Lewis Carroll’s iconic story—its rich cultural history, its playful yet profound wordplay, and the many interpretations and adaptations that have kept Alice alive in our collective imagination. Fliss and I muse over how Alice has transcended literature to become a universal symbol of curiosity, identity, and childhood’s delightful absurdity.

As our conversation unfolds, we connect the sensory magic of Wonderland to the world of fragrance, exploring scents that capture the whimsy, oddity, and darker undertones woven through Carroll’s narrative. We reflect on how certain perfumes can evoke the surreal charm of the story, creating a multi‑sensory experience that brings Alice’s journey to life in an entirely new way. This episode blends literary exploration with olfactory adventure — a perfect listen for anyone who loves books, scent, or falling down rabbit holes.

Fragrances mentioned:

Undergrowth - Rook Perfumes 

Wander Through the Park - Miller Harris 

Queen - Eau de Boujee

Belle De Jour - ERIS Parfums

Comète - Chanel Exclusif 

Annabel's Birthday Cake - Marissa Zappas 

Tea for Two - L'Artisan Parfumeur

Milky Dragon - Isabelle Larignon

Delulu - .Oddity 

Dodo- Zoologist

Rabbit - Zoologist 

Dentelle au Coer- Henri Jacques

Haute Horopito - One Way Bridge

Cepes and Tuberose - Aftelier

Anonymity - Filigree & Shadow

Green Vetiver - Archer Farrar

Belle Âme - Les Abstraits

Book discussed:

The Annotated Alice - Lewis Carroll, edited by Martin Gardner 

Find Fliss on

Instagram: @fliss_sniffs_stuff

And Les Oderants

Instagram: @lesoderants

Youtube: Les Oderants Podcast

Theme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records

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