A lovingly crafted podcast that reveals the stories behind the world's most recognizable and interesting sounds.
Hans Zimmer is responsible for some of the most iconic film scores of the last 35 years. So how does... more
All over the world, there are unique and breathtaking sounds that you can only hear in one specific place. In... more
If you listen to vintage music, one of the first things you’ll notice is the complete lack of bass. But... more
For more than three decades, it was common for American companies to put on “industrial musicals” for their employees. These elaborate... more
Today, virtually every streaming platform has a sonic logo, from HBO’s classic “Static Angel” to the iconic Netflix “Tudum.” For... more
The world of sound is full of great stories. To get in touch with your sonic world, follow Twenty Thousand... more
For our fourth annual Mystery Sound Game Show, we pitted the winners from the past three years against each other.... more
From electric guitars to samplers to drum machines and beyond, the music we love is only possible thanks to the... more
The world of headphones is a deep rabbit hole. With thousands of options and endless technical jargon, it’s hard to... more
Since the earliest days of commercial radio, companies have been using sound to worm their way into our brains. And... more
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