The World of Taste & Smell

When your world goes quiet, you notice what’s missing.

In this powerful episode, hosts Stephanie Feuer and Mindy Yang of the World Taste & Smell Association speak with Katie Boateng, a leading patient advocate, co-founder of STANA (Smell and Taste Association of North America), and the incomparable force behind The Smell Podcast. Katie has lived with complete smell loss for more than 15 years — and i...

In this episode, Stephanie Feuer and Mindy Yang of the World Taste & Smell Association speak with Dr. Derek Toomre, a Yale scientist, Professor, and inventor whose work helped transform smell testing from an inaccessible clinical tool into a global public-health innovation.

Derek’s company, U-Smell-It, created the world’s first low-cost, open-source smell-testing kit, designed to democratize olfactory diagnostics for...

For World Taste & Smell Day, WTSA’s Mindy Yang and Stephanie Feuer host a live conversation with Maeve Webster and Mike Kostyo of Menu Matters, along with special guest Chef Rosalyn Darling (DarlingCulinary.com). Together, they explore Menu Matter's new Multisensory Dining Trend Report and discuss how sound, aroma, color, texture, temperature, and storytelling are shaping the future of hospitality, CPG, and food c...

In this special episode of The World of Taste & Smell, World Taste & Smell Association's Mindy Yang and Stephanie Feuer sit down with Maeve Webster andMIKE KOSTYO of Menu Matters to unpack the biggest takeaways from the 2025 Fancy Food Show. From standout flavors and clever packaging to cultural shifts and industry buzz, they explore what’s real, what’s performative, and what these trends reveal about where co...

In this episode of The World of Taste & Smell, World Taste & Smell Association's Co-Founder & CEO Mindy Yang (@GoDolceVita) sits down with her friend, American Perfumer Yosh Han — visionary perfumer, entrepreneur, and community builder — for a deep and candid conversation about fragrance, identity, and the power of scent as a lifelong journey.

Like Mindy, Yosh has been a pioneering force in i...

Step into the world of fragrance with Mindy Yang (@GoDolceVita), Co-Founder and CEO of the World Taste & Smell Association, and Nadia Kadri (@NewYorkNose), founder of Perfumeverse NYC—a scent-driven platform that blends storytelling, discovery, and community.

Together, they explore the vibrant culture of indie perfumery, the origins of Perfumeverse NYC, and the power of community in shaping this cre...

In this whimsical and thought-provoking episode, we step into the scented world of theme parks and museums with special guest Liam Findlay, a leading scent consultant and designer at AromaPrime. With scents like Egyptian Mummy, Pirate Ship, and even Penguin Vomit, Liam helps transport visitors beyond what they can see and hear—into a realm of immersive storytelling powered by smell.

From the joyful nosta...

In this episode, Stephanie Feuer talks with WTSA Advisor Sandeepa Dey, a Bay Area-based biotech consultant. Sandeepa has worked on applying olfactory research to practical challenges within the F&F sector. She holds a Ph.D. from Duke University, where her research focused on using olfactory receptors to decode smell.

This episode unpacks the science of olfactory receptors, how genetics can influence smell perception, and consu...

In this delightful and insightful episode of The World of Taste & Smell, host Mindy Yang is joined by two trailblazers in the world of fragrance:

• Nancy Cavallaro, a seasoned fragrance developer with over 25 years in the industry, who is passionate about inspiring young minds to explore careers in perfume creation.
• Ariella Halperin, a fragrance storyteller and sensory innovator,...

Mindy Yang catches up with Erin Adams, a pioneer in olfactory art, about the intersection of scent, culture, and creativity. Erin shares her journey from music to scent design, the challenges of creating immersive olfactory experiences, and the importance of engaging audiences through smell. The discussion highlights the power of scent as a form of artistic expression and the unique experiences offered through smell walks, where pa...

What if the most underrated sense is the one shaping your emotions, memories, and even your health? In this episode of The World of Taste & Smell, Stephanie Feuer, Mindy Yang and Jonas Olofsson dive deep into the fascinating world of scent. From the challenges of describing smells to the profound impact of olfactory experiences on our well-being, this conversation will change the way you think about your nose.

Discover how smel...

Join Stephanie Feuer and Mindy Yang, co-founders of the World Taste & Smell Association, as they delve into the fascinating world of taste and smell with Dr. Isabelle Lesschaeve, a renowned sensory scientist and wine expert with over 30 years of experience.

In this episode, Dr. Lesschaeve shares how sensory science is revolutionizing wine appreciation, making it more intuitive and inviting for everyo...

Welcome to the World of Taste And Smell, where the science of flavors and aromas meets human perception. In this insightful episode, hosts Stephanie Feuer and Mindy Yang, co-founders of the World Taste & Smell Association, delve into the fascinating world of sensory experiences with guest Rachel Radway. Rachel is a certified leadership and executive coach, speaker, and author of the upcoming book "Perceptive: Owning Your Power ...