About this episode

The episode features a discussion with Will Bangura about his book 'Sniff to Soothe' and the applications of structured scent work.

For our February 2026 Chat & Chuckle, we are joined by special guest Will Bangura to discuss his new book, “Sniff to Soothe” and the many applications of structured scent work. Your hosts are: Niki Tudge, Dayle Pierce, and Jenn Friedline. The book is available for Kindle, in hardcover and paperback: SNIFF TO SOOTHE : Rewiring Neurobehavioral Patterns of Aggression, Anxiety, and Reactivity Through Structured Scent Work by Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FDM, FFCP Recorded: February 12, 2026

People in this episode

Hosts: Niki Tudge, Dayle Pierce, Jenn Friedline

Guest: Will Bangura

Topics covered

• scent work
• behavioral patterns
• anxiety
• aggression
• reactivity

Keywords

• scent work
• behavioral therapy
• anxiety relief
• aggression management
• reactivity

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Sniff to Soothe

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