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The Perfume Nationalist

Jack Mason
Fragrance
Knots Landing
Feminism
Masculinity
Soap Operas
Ayn Rand
Alcoholism
Christianity
Homosexuality
Nostalgia
New York City
Country Music
Perfume
Metallica
Dallas
The Fountainhead
Art
Britney Spears
Trump
Social Media

The Perfume Nationalist is a continuing radio soap opera hosted by Jack Mason in which art and culture, high and low, are discussed through the historical lens of fragrance.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes501Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Patchouli by Hové +

Slow Train Coming (1979), Saved (1980), and Shot of Love (1981) and Chronicles: Volume One (2004)

by Bob Dylan (1941- ) +

D. A. Pennebaker's Don't Look Back (1967) +

Martin Scorsese's No Direction Home (2005)

with Jeff

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T/Gel by Neutrogena +

Paul Feig and Judd Apatow's Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000)

with Brantley Jones

5/14/26 S8E30

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En Passant by Frederic Malle (2000) +

Picnic at Hanging Rock by Joan Lindsay (1967) +

Peter Weir's Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975)

with Jules

5/7/26 S8E29

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Santal Blush by Tom Ford (2011) +

Andrew Haigh's Weekend (2011) +

Andrew Haigh and Michael Lannan's Looking (2014-16)

with Bryan

4/30/26 S8E28

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Recent Guests

Kylie White
Perfumier and guest discussing her four perfumes
Kylie White Perfume
Episode: The Bad and the Beautiful
Miriam Carothers
Artist discussed in this episode
Episode: More, Now, Again **TEASER**
Kalob Petty
Kalob Petty, appeared on prior episodes
Episode: Happiness in Slavery **TEASER**
Unnamed Mystery Guest
Eager listener of the podcast who shares their listening experience.
Episode: LPSG **TEASER**
Ben Kasl
Discussing LGBTQ literature and Edmund White's works
Episode: A Boy's Own Story (w/ Ben Kasl) **TEASER**
Paul Suda
Returning guest known for discussing personal and emotional topics
Episode: Irish Spring (w/ Paul Suda) **TEASER**
Jared Rio Hollingsworth de Leon
A fragrance enthusiast and contributor to discussions on nostalgia in culture and art.
Episode: X Offender (w/ Jared Rio Hollingsworth de Leon)
Grant James
A guest discussing films and fragrance
Episode: Chanel Pour Monsieur (w/ Grant James) **TEASER**
Scout Dixon West
A friend of host Jack Mason, returning to discuss her perfume and influences.
Episode: The Velvet Underground (w/ Scout Dixon West) **TEASER**

Host

Jack Mason
Host of The Perfume Nationalist; engages art, culture, and fragrance through a historical lens.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 597 ratings
  • Paglia sycophant

    Great podcast concept, would be interesting if not for the pedo apologist fangirling and the right wing hipster dogma. Also, he thinks Stephen Miller is hot, which says a lot. Mean spirited person.

    Apple Podcasts
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    fijimermaidable
    United States4 months ago
  • My favorite podcast!

    Listen from the beginning for the whole continuing story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jjadrob
    United States5 months ago
  • My guiding light through the darkness

    Jack is right about everything. Listen to him and trust the plan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rmkerwin
    United States8 months ago
  • Changed my life

    Altered my life through the introduction of perfume, which made me feel as if though I had gained a limb.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noah Landowski
    United Statesa year ago
  • Real

    Jack is doing God's work of exposing the machinations - both evil and angelic - behind the fabric of our shared reality

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrick DH
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Audience highlights the show's ability to introduce niche topics with thoughtful, long-form discussion.
Some reviews note sharp, provocative takes and polarized reactions to the host's viewpoints.
Critics say episode pacing can be intense but the content remains engaging for fragrance and culture enthusiasts.
Listeners praise the show's unique blend of perfume culture and film critique.

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Talking Points

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Alexander McQueen
Q: What made McQueen so influential in fashion and perfume according to the hosts?
They argue that his ability to fuse dark narratives, theatrical design, and technical tailoring created a powerful singular vision that transcended fashion into a broader cultural myth, influencing both the aesthetics of perfume and the spectacle of fashion shows.
The Little Rascals (w/ Zac Mabry)
Q: What are your thoughts on the current state of children's programming?
I think it lacks the creativity and boldness that we had in the 90s, where shows appealed to both kids and adults.
The Little Rascals (w/ Zac Mabry)
Q: How do you reflect on your time working on The Little Rascals?
I have very fond memories, despite the challenges of working with kids who couldn't read. It was a unique experience.
Armageddon Criterion Closet (w/ Isaac Simpson) **TEASER**
Q: What's your history with fragrance?
Isaac mentions his previous discussions about fragrance and the particular scents he used to wear, indicating a personal connection to the topic.
Lady Chatterley's Lover (w/ Abbey)
Q: What's your experience with Lady Chatterley's Lover?
I've just begun my DH. Lawrence journey. This is the first of his books that I read, and I loved it.

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A provocative, culture-forward show that threads fragrance history through film, literature, fashion, and pop culture. Each episode blends personal memory, essayistic analysis, and deep-dive conversations with guests who bring expertise in cinema, perfumery, or literary criticism. The host often explores how scent textures shape memory, identity, and cultural meaning, pairing contemplative discussions with sharp takes on art, politics, and media. Noteworthy are its cross-disciplinary guests, theatrical storytelling, and a signature emphasis on authenticity, texture, and atmosphere that appeals to listeners who value aesthetic rigor and unconventional cultural narratives.

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1. Kylie White
2. Miriam Carothers
3. Kalob Petty
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5. Ben Kasl
6. Paul Suda
7. Jared Rio Hollingsworth de Leon
8. Grant James

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