Episode 65- Sacred Scent

“My purpose is to echo the ancient truth of culture in an expression deeply rooted in Aboriginal songlines and memory codes.” - Lee Couch

Photo credit: Luca Sage & British Library BIPC

In this episode, I’m joined by Gamilaroi woman and founder of LA COUCH, Lee Couch. Lee shares her journey of cultural understanding and the powerful role scent plays in healing, memory, and connection to Country. We talk about sacred scents, traditional bush medicines, and how Aboriginal ways of knowing and being guide her work in creating fragrances with cultural integrity. Through her story, Lee reminds us that scent is not only an experience of the senses, but a bridge between culture, spirituality, and collective healing.

Fragrances mentioned:
Wadhi
Maarumali
Dhawi
Gilay
Sorry Business

Book discussed:
None this week - but spend a little time listening to the land instead.

Find Lee Couch online here:
Instagram:
@leecouch_

Website:
leecouch.com

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