The Cologne Podcast
by Myke & Ryan
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Pure XS by Paco Rabanne (Original Lost Episode) - Bonus Episode
Pure XS by Paco Rabanne (Original Lost Episode) - Bonus Episode
About this podcast
EVERY MONDAY: Join best friends Myke and Ryan as they take on the world of fragrances with unfiltered humor and uneducated opinions. Each episode, they'll sniff out a new scent and give their honest, foul-mouthed review. From high-end colognes to drugstore bargains, no fragrance is off-limits. Brace yourself for an irreverent, no-holds-barred approach to fragrance reviews.
Episodes
The newest 50 of 343 episodes
- Pure XS by Paco Rabanne (Original Lost Episode) - Bonus Episode · 15 min · Season 7 Episode 18This episode went out to our patreons on May 1, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Original Musc Ravageur (Lost Episode) - Bonus Episode · 21 min · Season 7 Episode 17This episode went out to our patreons on April 28th, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Voices by House of Mammoth - Bonus Episode · 25 min · Season 7 Episode 16This episode went out to our patreons on April 16th, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Random Sample Bag - Bonus Episode · 25 min · Season 7 Episode 15This episode went out to our patreons on April 10th, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Declaration d'Un Soir by Cartier - Bonus Episode · 26 min · Season 7 Episode 14This episode went out to our patreons on April 04, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Sacred Wood by Kilian - Bonus Episode · 34 min · Season 7 Episode 13This episode went out to our patreons on Feb. 19th, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Crystal Saffron by Matiere Premiere - Bonus Episode · 29 min · Season 7 Episode 12This episode went out to our patreons Feb. 9th, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Leather Patchouli by Montale - Bonus Episode · 25 min · Season 7 Episode 11This episode went out to our patreons on Jan. 19th, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Jubulation XXV by Amouage - Bonus Episode · 32 min · Season 7 Episode 10This episode went out to our patreons on Jan. 11th, 2024. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Beaver by Zoologist - Bonus Episode · 20 min · Season 7 Episode 9This episode went out to our patreons on Dec, 24th 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Jin U & Lian Yen by Jijide - Bonus Episode · 29 min · Season 7 Episode 8This episode went out to our patreons on Dec, 8th 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Dragonfly by Zoologist - Bonus Episode · 19 min · Season 7 Episode 7This episode went out to our patreons on Nov 9th, 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Tobac by Aaron Terence Hughes - Bonus Episode · 24 min · Season 7 Episode 6This episode went out to our patreons on Nov 24th, 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Serene by Soma Parfums - Bonus Episode · 18 min · Season 7 Episode 5This episode went out to our patreons on Nov 17th, 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Camel by Zoologist - Bonus Episode · 25 min · Season 7 Episode 4This episode went out to our patreons on Nov 9th, 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Parfum De La Nuit 01 by Roja Dove - Bonus Episode · 25 min · Season 7 Episode 3This episode went out to our patreons on Sep 5, 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Kajal III & IV by Kajal - Bonus Episode · 33 min · Season 7 Episode 2This episode went out to our patreons on Aug 27th, 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- Onyx Extreme by Aaron Terence Hughes - Bonus Episode · 30 min · Season 7 Episode 1This episode went out to our patreons on Aug 17th, 2023. Enjoy! Support the show Join Our Patreon
- #324 - NEW: Castley by Parfums de Marly · 26 min · Season 6 Episode 324Fragrance expectations can be a tricky beast. What smells promising on paper doesn't always translate to skin—a lesson Myke and Ryan learned firsthand with Parfums de Marly's…
- #323 - Chance Eau Splendide by Chanel · 31 min · Season 6 Episode 323Raspberry dreams and powdery reality? That's the unexpected journey we take when exploring Chanel's newest women's release - Chance Eau Splendide. When a luxury house like Chanel…
- #322 - Random Sample Bag + Ryan shows Myke Something Funny · 33 min · Season 6 Episode 322Ever wondered how far someone could get simply by looking official and speaking with confidence? This episode dives into the hilariously audacious world of a TikTok comedian…
- #321 - The New MFK: Kurky · 33 min · Season 6 Episode 321We sample Francis Kurkdjian's "Kurky," a fragrance inspired by the perfumer's childhood nickname. With its fruity, candy-like profile dominated by bubble gum notes and tutti…
- #320 - The fragrance industry is more bizarre than you could ever imagine. · 1 h 9 min · Season 6 Episode 320Dan from Soma and Insider Parfums joins The Cologne Podcast for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at the fragrance industry that both newcomers and connoisseurs will find…
- #319 - Imagination by Louis Vuitton (With Karson) · 45 min · Season 6 Episode 319The moment Karson walked into the studio with his full-sized bottle of Louis Vuitton's Imagination, we knew this wasn't going to be an ordinary review. As a self-described "boots…
- #318 - Louis XV 1722 by Xerjoff · 38 min · Season 6 Episode 318A single sip of champagne can conjure memories of celebration, luxury, and effervescence - but can a fragrance truly capture that same bubbly essence? Xerjoff certainly attempts…
- #317 - Patreon Preview: Random Sample Bag 03 · 41 min · Season 6 Episode 317What happens when a respected professional's 27-year career ends with a single webcam mistake? Myke and Ryan dive into this provocative question as they resurrect the…
- #316 - Le Male Elixir Absolu By Jean Paul Gaultier · 29 min · Season 6 Episode 316The buttery popcorn and makeup accord of Jean-Paul Gaultier's Le Male Elixir Absolu takes center stage as Myke and Ryan work through their initial skepticism about yet another…
- #315 - Acqua Di Gio Elixir: Ryan Lost His Mind · 32 min · Season 6 Episode 315When a fragrance line has been part of your identity for years, a new release can feel like reuniting with an old friend. But what happens when that reunion goes horribly wrong?…
- #314 - Dior Homme Parfum 2025: Masterpiece or Reformulation Disaster? · 32 min · Season 6 Episode 314Dior Homme Parfum 2025 takes some unexpected turns - including a rather significant spill that turns our recording table into an impromptu diffuser! As we analyze the notes of…
- #313 - Purple Accento by Xerjoff: An Italian Exclusive · 35 min · Season 6 Episode 313Ready for a $800 fragrance giveaway? Grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we unbox and review Xerjoff's luxurious Purple Accento – a limited edition fragrance with a…
- #312 - Myrrh Shadow (403) by Bon Parfumeur · 28 min · Season 6 Episode 312In this episode, we explore Myrrh Shadow 403, the newest scent from Bon Parfumeur, and share our genuine impressions about its complex layers. From our initial sniff to the…
- #311 - Ruby by Kajal · 31 min · Season 6 Episode 311Our episode kicks off with tales from Milan, where Myke encountered various airport mishaps that turned into memorable anecdotes, bringing out our shared connection through…
- #310 - Tom Ford's New Bois Pacifique · 30 min · Season 6 Episode 310Ever had one of those days where everything seems to go hilariously wrong? That's exactly what happened to us, from tire troubles on the road to a close encounter with an…
- #309 - Tsar by Van Cleef and Arpels: Vintage Batch · 36 min · Season 6 Episode 309We revisit the iconic scents of yesteryears, like the unforgettable Van Cleef & Arpels Tsar from 1989. Step into the sensory-rich world of the early '90s department stores, and…
- #308 - Percival By Parfums De Marly: Is it worth all the hype? · 33 min · Season 6 Episode 308Ever wondered if the most popular fragrances really live up to the hype? Join us as we unravel the mysteries of Percival by Parfums de Marly, a scent that has captivated…
- #307 - Wulong Cha X by Nishane: Is it better than the original? · 27 min · Season 6 Episode 307We're diving nose-first into the world of Nishane flankers, especially the tantalizing Wulong Cha X, while reliving our love affair with the classic Wulong Cha. Our conversation…
- #306 - Mefisto by Xerjoff: Myke and Ryan Can't Agree · 29 min · Season 6 Episode 306Can colors have distinct smells? We explore this intriguing question with a side of laughter as we embark on a whimsical fragrance journey. Ever wondered what "blue" smells like?…
- #305 - Lamar Noir by Kajal · 37 min · Season 6 Episode 305This episode, we unpack the tantalizing notes of Kajal's Lamar Noir, an intriguing blend that immediately sparks a playful debate. Jonesox’s review gives us a good laugh, while…
- #304 - Tonka Cola By Mancera: Season 6 Episode 01 · 33 min · Season 6 Episode 304What if a fragrance could bridge the gap between youthful exuberance and elegant sophistication? Join us as we kick off Season 6 of the Cologne Podcast by recounting an…
- #303 - Final Episode of Season 5: Eau Rihla by Diptyque · 27 min · Season 5 Episode 303Picture this: you're standing in Neiman Marcus, entranced by the allure of a bold leather fragrance that whispers promises of untold olfactory adventures. That's exactly where…
- #302 - What Fragrance Do We Want For Christmas? · 5 min · Season 5 Episode 302Join us on a heartwarming holiday edition of the Cologne Podcast as we reminisce about fragrances tied to personal memories and reveal our Santa wish list. With the festive…
- #301 - Tom Ford For Men Extreme: A Discontinued Disagreement · 30 min · Season 5 Episode 301Join us as we wax nostalgic over Tom Ford for Men Extreme, with its spicy masculine allure that some of us can't get enough of, while others are left scratching their heads—or…
- #300 - Triumph of Bacchus by Argos: A Female's Perspective · 28 min · Season 5 Episode 300Ever smelled something that reminds you of food leftovers? We sure have, and on our 300th episode of the Cologne Podcast, returning guest Nikki joins us to revisit a fragrance…
- #299 - What did we wear for Thanksgiving? · 21 min · Season 5 Episode 299As the holidays approach, the warmth of Thanksgiving brings into sharp focus the importance of our human connections, especially in times of loss. We share personal stories of…
- #298 - Red Colorado by M. Micallef · 31 min · Season 5 Episode 298Imagine stepping into the rugged beauty of Colorado with just a spritz of perfume. On this episode of the Cologne Podcast, we kick off with a shared love of the great outdoors…
- #297 - Insidious Absolue: Dan's New Fleet of Fragrances at Insider · 42 min · Season 5 Episode 297COLOGNE15 at Insiderparfums.com Ever wondered what goes into creating a fragrance that captivates the senses and stirs emotions? We promise to unravel the artistry and ambition…
- #296 - Boss Bottled Absolu With TLTG Reviews · 55 min · Season 5 Episode 296Fragrance enthusiasts, prepare for an aromatic journey as Ross from TLTG Reviews joins us to share his expert insights on the world of scents. Ever wondered why some leather…
- #295 - Tom Ford for Men by Tom Ford · 24 min · Season 5 Episode 295Imagine being transported back to 2007, a time when the air was filled with excitement and anticipation around the launch of Tom Ford for Men. Join us as we recollect the robust…
- #294 - Oud For Greatness Neo by Initio Parfums · 26 min · Season 5 Episode 294We are exploring the latest flanker that has stirred quite the debate. With Landon CP’s intriguing description of a "super metallic, weirdly dark green" vibe and Ryan's less…
- #293 - Le Beau by Jean Paul Gaultier · 32 min · Season 5 Episode 293What's the connection between a high school locker room and a classic Jean Paul Gaultier fragrance? We explore this hilariously in our latest episode, where we dive nose-first…
