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Twenty Thousand Hertz podcast

Twenty Thousand Hertz

A lovingly crafted podcast that reveals the stories behind the world's most recognizable and interesting sounds.

A lovingly crafted podcast that reveals the stories behind the world's most recognizable and interesting sounds.

 

#168

Insurance Jingles... Why?

For decades, the jingle was king. But in the last twenty years, jingles have nearly gone extinct. Many brands have now dropped their melodic earworms in favor of spoken word slogans. Today, there’s just one industry where jingles are still as common as ever: insurance. The question is, why? Featuring [Jeanna Isham] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannaisham/) of the [Sound in Marketing podcast] (https://soundinmarketing.com/podcast/) , audio branding expert [Colleen Fahey] (https://www.sixiemeson.com/biographie/colleen-fahey/) , and Brand Manager [Sergio Trujillo] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergiodtrujillo/) . Snag a $20 super soft tee at [shop.20k.org] (https://shop.20k.org/) . Watch our video shorts on [Youtube] (https://www.youtube.com/@twentythousandhertz) , [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/twentythousandhertz/) , and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@twentythousandhertz) . Follow us on [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) , [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , and [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) To learn more about sonic branding, subscribe to Jeanna’s podcast, [Sound in Marketing] (https://soundinmarketing.com/podcast/) , and buy Colleen’s book, [Audio Branding: Using Sound to Build your Brand] (http://www.audiobranding-book.com/) . Go to [indeed.com/hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) to start hiring today. Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) and sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/insurancejingles] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/insurancejingles) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

22 Mar 2023

38 MINS

38:33

22 Mar 2023


#167

Soundalikes

“Soundalikes,” also called “voice doubles,” are voice actors who perform as characters that were originally played by someone else. They’re used extensively by studios like Disney and Pixar, in order to keep their iconic characters consistent across games, rides, toys, and TV shows. In live action movies, soundalikes fill in for the leads, and record lines for the film’s many rough cuts. But being a great voice double is about much more than just being a good impressionist. Featuring [Rick Dempsey] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0218760/) , [Holly Dorff] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0233547/) , and a surprise guest… Snag a $20 super soft tee at [shop.20k.org] (https://shop.20k.org/) . Watch our video shorts on [Youtube] (https://www.youtube.com/@twentythousandhertz) , [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/twentythousandhertz/) , and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@twentythousandhertz) . Follow us on [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) , [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , and [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) Check out [headspace.com/20KHERTZ] (https://www.headspace.com/20KHERTZ) and use promo code 20KHERTZ to try Headspace free for 30 days. Go to [hellofresh.com/hertz60] (https://www.hellofresh.com/hertz60) and use code HERTZ60 for 60% off plus free shipping. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/soundalikes] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/soundalikes) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Mar 2023

32 MINS

32:14

08 Mar 2023


#166

Golden

In a noisy, tumultuous world, how can we find inner peace? This episode features two stories about the transformative power of silence. In the first, the Lieutenant Governor of Washington State abandons politics to become a Jesuit novice, and takes a temporary vow of silence. In the second, a death row inmate at San Quentin discovers Buddhist practices that help to calm his mind, and embrace compassion. Featuring [Cyrus Habib] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyrus_Habib) , [Jarvis Masters] (https://www.freejarvis.org/jarvis-case) , [Leigh Marz] (https://leighmarz.com/) , and [Justin Zorn] (https://justinzorn.com/) . Snag a $20 super soft tee at [shop.20k.org] (https://shop.20k.org/) . Follow us on [Youtube] (https://www.youtube.com/@twentythousandhertz) , [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/twentythousandhertz/) , [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@twentythousandhertz) , [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) , [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , & [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) Purchase [Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise] (https://leighmarz.com/golden/) , by Justin Zorn & Leigh Marz. To learn more about Jarvis Masters, read the [story and timeline] (https://www.freejarvis.org/jarvis-case) of his case, and subscribe to the [Dear Governor] (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-dear-governor-61926168/) podcast. Go to [indeed.com/hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) to start hiring today. Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) and sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/golden] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/golden) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

22 Feb 2023

36 MINS

36:02

22 Feb 2023


#165

Recalculating

The voices inside our navigation systems are with us nearly every day. They frustrate us when they lead us astray, and guide us through our most memorable adventures. But who are the people behind those voices? In this episode, an Australian musician discovers she is the voice inside millions of GPS units, and the Polish voice of Google Maps goes head to head with a robot. Featuring “The GPS Girl” [Karen Jacobsen] (https://thegpsgirl.com/) and “Głos Google Maps” [Jarosław Juszkiewicz] (https://www.youtube.com/@kierujsienapoludnie) . Watch our new video shorts on [YouTube] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) , [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/twentythousandhertz/?hl=en) , and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@twentythousandhertz) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Watch [Jarek’s farewell video] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvVhq0_ZbgA) that inspired the online protest. To learn more about Karen's work, visit [thegpsgirl.com] (https://thegpsgirl.com) . Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) and sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/recalculating] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/recalculating) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

25 Jan 2023

33 MINS

33:46

25 Jan 2023


#164

Endless Hertz

In our third annual Mystery Sound Game Show, the crew from [Endless Thread] (https://www.wbur.org/podcasts/endlessthread) compete to guess the most sounds from this year’s batch. Get ready to listen along and test your knowledge of classic sci-fi movies, strange animal calls, video game themes, UI sounds, and more. One thing is certain: It’s gonna get toasty. Watch our new video shorts on [YouTube] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) , [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/twentythousandhertz/?hl=en) , and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@twentythousandhertz) ! Vote for Twenty Thousand Hertz in the Listener’s Choice [Signal Awards] (https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2022/individual-episodes/general/television-film) ! Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Use promo code 20k to get $20 off your next purchase over $100 at  [American Musical Supply] (https://ter.li/AmericanMusicalSupply-20K) . Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) to get a free 14-day trial with Shopify’s entire suite of features. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/endlesshertz] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/endlesshertz) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Dec 2022

55 MINS

55:25

14 Dec 2022


#163

Update: Jessie Unmasked

After months of speculation, the person behind TikTok’s current text-to-speech voice reveals her true identity. This is an update to episode #155, [TikTalk] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/tiktalk) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our [Youtube channel] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to get our entire catalog ad-free + our bonus show MicroHertz! Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) to get a free 14-day trial with Shopify’s entire suite of features. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/tiktalk] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/tiktalk) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

07 Dec 2022

08 MINS

08:58

07 Dec 2022


#162

Synth War II: Digital Doom

In the 1960s, Bob Moog and Don Buchla built synthesizers that changed the world. But by the early 80s, they faced a new challenger who threatened to bring it all crumbling down: the digital synthesizer. To defeat this opponent, they’d have to recruit a new ally… and maybe even join forces. Featuring Bob’s daughter [Michelle Moog-Koussa] (https://twitter.com/themoogstress) , Don’s collaborator [Ami Radunskaya] (https://www.pomona.edu/directory/people/ami-e-radunskaya) , and journalist [Ryan Gaston] (https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal) . Watch [Welcome to Synth] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGYBns8Jg0s) , our first original Youtube video. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Read Ryan Gaston’s tech & music articles on Perfect Circuit’s [SIGNAL blog] (https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal) . Find out more about Robert Moog’s work at the [Moogseum] (https://moogseum.org/) . To start hiring now, visit [indeed.com/hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) . Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/digitaldoom] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/digitaldoom) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Nov 2022

26 MINS

26:53

16 Nov 2022


#161

Synth War

In the United States, the East Coast and West Coast have rivalries across food, sports, music and more. But there’s another rivalry that’s less well known, but just as important. This standoff created sounds that were unlike anything that had been heard before. It redefined what a musical instrument could be. And it changed the sound of pop music forever. Featuring journalist [Ryan Gaston] (https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal) and composer [David Rosenboom] (https://davidrosenboom.com/) . Watch [Welcome to Synth] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGYBns8Jg0s) , our first original Youtube video. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Read Ryan Gaston’s tech & music articles on Perfect Circuit’s [SIGNAL blog] (https://www.perfectcircuit.com/signal) . Listen to David’s Rosenboom’s Buchla music via [Black Truffle Records] (https://blacktruffle.bandcamp.com/album/brainwave-music) . Twenty Thousand Hertz is sponsored by Better Help. Try online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) and get on your way to being your best self. Use promo code 20k to get $20 off your next purchase over $100 at  [American Musical Supply] (https://ter.li/AmericanMusicalSupply-20K) . Subscribe to [Björk's Sonic Symbolism] (https://pod.link/bjork) show wherever you get your podcasts. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/synthwar] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/synthwar) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Nov 2022

28 MINS

28:22

02 Nov 2022


#160

A Thousand Words

Audio description allows you to enjoy a movie or TV show without the need for any visuals. But how do these narrators strike the right tone for a scene? How do the writers decide what needs to be described? And what’s in store for the future of described audio? In honor of Blindness Awareness Month, this is a brand new story about the world of Audio Description. Featuring AD Narrator [Roy Samuleson] (https://www.roysamuelson.com/) and AD experts [Thomas Reid] (http://reidmymind.com/) and [Melody Goodspeed] (https://www.afb.org/about-afb/leadership-and-staff/experts/melody-goodspeed) .  Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to Thomas’ podcast [Reid My Mind Radio] (https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1060880785/reid-my-mind-radio) , and Roy’s podcast, [The ADNA Presents] (https://theadna.libsyn.com/) . Subscribe to [Björk's Sonic Symbolism] (https://pod.link/bjork) show wherever you get your podcasts. To start hiring now, visit [indeed.com/hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) . Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/athousandwords] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/athousandwords) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

19 Oct 2022

31 MINS

31:42

19 Oct 2022


#159

The Booj Strikes Back

In the 80s and 90s, movie trailers were ruled by “voice-of-God” narrators who used stock phrases like, “In a world…” Today, movie studios have a different trick up their sleeves: epic sound design. In this episode, Professor [James Deaville] (https://www.trailaurality.com/) explains the history of trailers, and Youtuber [Craven Moorhaus] (https://www.youtube.com/user/Auralnauts) crafts a hilarious takedown of the overused clichés of modern blockbuster trailers. We’ve remixed one of our most popular episodes for your listening pleasure. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our [Youtube channel] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Use promo code 20k to get $20 off your next purchase over $100 at  [American Musical Supply] (https://ter.li/AmericanMusicalSupply-20K) . Get 10% off your first month of online therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Subscribe to [Björk's Sonic Symbolism] (https://pod.link/bjork) show wherever you get your podcasts. Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) to get a free 14-day trial with Shopify’s entire suite of features. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/boojstrikesback] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/boojstrikesback) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Oct 2022

27 MINS

27:37

05 Oct 2022


#158

1-900-20K-HRTZ

In the late 80s and early 90s, 900 numbers were all the rage. For a couple bucks a minute, you could call and hear from Hulk Hogan and Freddy Kreuger, have a psychic predict your future, and even find true love. In this episode, we dig into the wild world of 900 numbers, and explore why they came about, what made them so appealing, and why they ultimately faded away. Featuring [Doug Fraser] (http://www.dougfraserdigital.com/) of the [Curious State] (https://curious-state.simplecast.com/) podcast, 900 number experts [Bob Bentz] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbentz/) and [David Wood] (https://agents.farmers.com/ca/west-hollywood/david-wood) , and a surprise guest… Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to [Björk's Sonic Symbolism] (https://pod.link/bjork) show wherever you get your podcasts. To start hiring now, visit [indeed.com/hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) . Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/1-900] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/1-900)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Sep 2022

38 MINS

38:54

21 Sep 2022


#157

Tokyo Rose

In World War II, the Japanese military operated a propaganda station called Radio Tokyo. Along with jazz music, the station featured several English-speaking female announcers, who became collectively known as Tokyo Rose. But who was Tokyo Rose? And was she really the treacherous villain that the US government made her out to be? This story comes from the [History Daily] (https://www.noiser.com/history-daily) podcast. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our [Youtube channel] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to [History Daily] (https://www.noiser.com/history-daily) wherever you get your podcasts. To learn more about immersive audio production, visit [pro.focusrite.com] (https://pro.focusrite.com/) . Get 10% off your first month of online therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) to get a free 14-day trial with Shopify’s entire suite of features. Try out Harry’s with a $3 starter set at [harrys.com/20k] (https://harrys.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/tokyorose ] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/tokyorose) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

07 Sep 2022

29 MINS

29:12

07 Sep 2022


#156

TikTalk

In 2018, voiceover artist [Bev Standing] (https://www.bevstanding.com/) recorded 10,000 sentences for the Chinese Institute of Acoustics. Bev was told the recordings would be used for a translation app, but three years later, she was shocked to discover that she had become the default voice of TikTok in North America. On TikTok, Bev heard herself saying all kinds of wild and inappropriate things. So, she decided to sue. In this episode, Bev tells her story, and we hear from the voice who replaced her. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Listen to [Ahead of Its Time] (https://link.chtbl.com/ait?sid=20Khertz) , a new podcast by Setapp, on all of your favorite platforms. Get a $75 credit to upgrade your job post at [indeed.com/hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) . Find the right doctor, right now with at [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/tiktalk ] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/tiktalk) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

24 Aug 2022

32 MINS

32:33

24 Aug 2022


#155

Ted Lasso's Dark Forest

Ted Lasso is about more than just an incompetent soccer coach—it’s about overcoming challenges by working together. And that’s exactly what the show’s sound team had to do when the pandemic hit just two episodes in. From creating crowds of thousands using just a few voices, to recording actors in their own closets, they managed to turn lockdown into an opportunity for innovation. Featuring Ted Lasso’s Supervising Sound Editor [Brent Findley] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2259990/) and Dialog Editor [Bernard Weiser] (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004446/) .  Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to get our entire catalog ad-free + our bonus show MicroHertz! If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Try out Harry’s with a $3 starter set at [harrys.com/20k] (https://www.harrys.com/20k) . Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) to get a free 14-day trial with Shopify’s entire suite of features. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/tedlassosdarkforest] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/tedlassosdarkforest) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Aug 2022

34 MINS

34:13

10 Aug 2022


#154

Handbook for Sonic Happiness

We spend a lot of time curating for taste, touch, smell, and vision. But too often, sound gets overlooked. We forget that we can get rid of sounds that annoy us, and surround ourselves with sounds that we love. When we do, it can have huge benefits for our mood and wellbeing. In this episode, [Dr. Laurie Santos] (https://www.drlauriesantos.com/) of [The Happiness Lab] (https://www.pushkin.fm/podcasts/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos) joins Dallas to create a Handbook for Sonic Happiness. Featuring auditory psychologist [David Poeppel] (https://as.nyu.edu/faculty/david-poeppel.html) , psychology researcher [Giulia Poerio] (https://www.essex.ac.uk/people/poeri14804/giulia-poerio) , clinical psychologist [Ali Mattu] (http://alimattu.com/) , sound scholar [Mac Hagood] (https://miamioh.edu/cas/academics/departments/mjf/about/faculty-staff/hagood-mack/index.html) and acoustician [Trevor Cox] (http://trevorcox.me/) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Listen to more episodes of The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos [here.] (https://www.pushkin.fm/podcasts/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos) Visit [athleticgreens.com/20k] (https://athleticgreens.com/20k) to get a one-year supply of vitamin D and 5 travel packs free with your first purchase. Hiring? Sign up at [Indeed.com/Hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/sonichappiness] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/sonichappiness) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

27 Jul 2022

48 MINS

48:06

27 Jul 2022


#153

Shock Horror (A)

There’s a certain musical phrase that you’ve probably heard hundreds of times. It’s used to emphasize dramatic moments in movies, cartoons, commercials and musicals, most often as a gag. But while this little melody is everywhere today, the question is: Where did it come from? In this episode, we investigate the mysterious origins of a famous 3-note sting. Featuring Sound Historian [Patrick Feaster] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-feaster-650604b/) and Composer [Dick Walter] (http://www.dickwalter.co.uk/) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Read the original [article] (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/jan/18/dun-dun-duuun-where-did-pop-cultures-most-dramatic-sound-come-from) that inspired this episode, by producer & journalist [Amelia Tait] (https://ameliatait.com/) . Download [Overcast] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/overcast/id888422857) in the App Store for a powerful, simple podcast player. Try out Harry’s with a $3 starter set at [harrys.com/20k] (https://www.harrys.com/20k) . Visit [athleticgreens.com/20k] (https://athleticgreens.com/20k) to get a one-year supply of vitamin D and 5 travel packs free with your first purchase. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/shockhorrora] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/shockhorrora) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Jul 2022

31 MINS

31:32

13 Jul 2022


#152

Sleight of Ear

What does a sound designer do all day? How do noise canceling headphones really work? And why do modern movie trailers all sound the same? In this follow-up to our 150th episode, Dallas shares the secrets of sound design with Jordan Harbinger. They also discuss audio deepfakes, sonic branding, and the eternal argument over analog vs. digital. This interview comes from [The Jordan Harbinger Show] (https://www.jordanharbinger.com/podcasts/) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to [The Jordan Harbinger Show] (https://www.jordanharbinger.com/podcasts/) wherever you get your podcasts. Download [Overcast] (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/overcast/id888422857) in the App Store for a powerful, simple podcast player. Visit [athleticgreens.com/20k] (https://athleticgreens.com/20k) to get a one-year supply of vitamin D and 5 travel packs free with your first purchase. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/slightofear] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/sleightofear) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Jul 2022

28 MINS

28:56

06 Jul 2022


#151

Breathe

What if you woke up one day, and found that you could no longer do the thing that gave you the most joy in your life? The thing that gave you purpose? The thing that defined your past, and was supposed to define your future? For our 150th episode, Dallas tells the personal story of how he lost something that meant the world to him… and how that loss eventually led him to become the person he is today. This story comes from the podcast [Meditative Story] (https://meditativestory.com/) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Sign up for [Twenty Thousand Hertz+] (https://glow.fm/20k/) to support the show & get our entire catalog ad-free. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to [Meditative Story] (https://meditativestory.com/) wherever you get your podcasts. Offset your carbon footprint at [wren.co] (https://wren.co/) . Select "Podcast" at checkout and type “Twenty Thousand Hertz” to get 10 extra trees planted in your name. Hiring? Sign up at [Indeed.com/Hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times. Visit [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) to download the Zocdoc app and sign up for free. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/breathe] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/breathe) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

22 Jun 2022

36 MINS

36:58

22 Jun 2022


#150

Relearning Boléro

In the same way that optical illusions can trick our eyes, auditory illusions can trick our ears. This raises a serious question: what is hearing, and how much of it is actually made up by our brains? In this story from the [Unexplainable] (https://www.vox.com/unexplainable) podcast, we explore how our brains create the sonic world around us, and what it takes to harness that mysterious power. Featuring psychologist [Diana Deutsch] (https://deutsch.ucsd.edu/psychology/pages.php?i=101) , hearing researcher [Matthew Winn] (http://www.mattwinn.com/Research.html) and author [Mike Chorost] (https://michaelchorost.com) .  Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to [Unexplainable] (https://www.vox.com/unexplainable) wherever you get your podcasts. Visit [sonarworks.com] (https://www.sonarworks.com) to get a free 21 day trial of SoundID Reference. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) to get a free 14-day trial with Shopify’s entire suite of features. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/relearningbolero] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/relearningbolero) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Jun 2022

42 MINS

42:37

08 Jun 2022


#149

Ghosts in the (Hit) Machine

Many of today’s biggest songs are written and produced by people whose names don’t appear anywhere in the credits. They’re called ghostwriters and ghost producers, and they’re a huge part of the music industry. So what’s it like to watch your song become a hit when you can’t legally talk about it? And how do you get in the mindset of a legendary rap star, in order to write verses for them? Featuring rapper and ghost songwriter [Skyzoo] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skyzoo) and producer [Dame Taylor] (https://www.damemonster.com/) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Explore music education classes with [Monster Sessions] (https://www.monstersessions.com/) . Hiring? Sign up at [Indeed.com/Hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/ghostsinthehitmachine] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/ghostsinthehitmachine) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

25 May 2022

31 MINS

31:40

25 May 2022


#148

Windows_Logon.wav

Part 2 of our series on the Windows startup sounds picks up when Microsoft made the radical decision to kill the startup sound in Windows 8. In this episode, we explore the forces that led to that decision, unpack how Microsoft channeled the music of language into their new UI sounds, and reveal 2 secret startup sounds that were nearly lost to time. Featuring former Microsoft Lead UI Designer [Jensen Harris] (https://jensenharris.com/) and Sound Designer [Matthew Bennett] (https://soundandsensory.com/) . Apply for the full time Associate Producer position [here] (https://dfcto.typeform.com/to/yC7g8HCs) . The application closes on May 11th. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to Jensen Harris’ [Youtube channel] (https://www.youtube.com/c/JensenHarris) . Learn about Matthew Bennett’s latest work [here] (https://soundandsensory.com/) . To check out full sets of default Windows sounds, visit [winsounds.com] (https://winsounds.com/category/classic-windows-sounds/) . Offset your carbon footprint at  [wren.co] (https://wren.co/) . Select "Podcast" at checkout and type "Twenty Thousand Hertz" to get 10 extra trees planted in your name. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Visit [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) to download the Zocdoc app and sign up for free. Visit [shopify.com/20k] (https://shopify.com/20k) to get a free 14-day trial with Shopify’s entire suite of features. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/windowslogonwav] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/windowslogonwav) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

11 May 2022

36 MINS

36:03

11 May 2022


#147

Ta-da! It’s Windows

Over the years, Microsoft has made at least ten iconic startup sounds for Windows—from the triumphant “Ta-da!” of Windows 3.1, to the ambient chime that Brian Eno crafted for Windows 95, to the orchestral sweep of Windows XP. In this episode, we explore the creation of the classic Windows startup sounds through Windows 7, and what each one says about Microsoft’s evolving technology. Featuring former Microsoft Lead UI Designer [Jensen Harris] (https://jensenharris.com/) and Sound Designer [Matthew Bennett] (https://soundandsensory.com/) . Apply for the full time Associate Producer position [here] (https://dfcto.typeform.com/to/yC7g8HCs) . The application closes on May 11th. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to Jensen Harris’ [Youtube channel] (https://www.youtube.com/c/JensenHarris) . Learn about Matthew Bennett’s latest work [here] (https://soundandsensory.com/) . To check out full sets of default Windows sounds, visit [winsounds.com] (https://winsounds.com/category/classic-windows-sounds/) . Sign up for a MEL Science subscription at [melscience.com/sBGX] (https://melscience.com/sBGX/) to get 60% off your first month. This limited offer is available for 1 month only. Hiring? Sign up at [Indeed.com/Hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times. Visit [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) to download the Zocdoc app and sign up for free. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/tadaitswindows] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/tadaitswindows) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

27 Apr 2022

30 MINS

30:46

27 Apr 2022


#146

Liquid Terror

For nearly half a century, one eerie sound has been showing up again and again in movies and TV shows. It’s typically used when something spooky or mysterious happens—and it can be heard in Poltergeist, The Matrix, Let the Right One In, and countless episodes of Unsolved Mysteries. So where did this strange sound come from, and how did it spread across Hollywood? This story comes from the podcast [Every Little Thing] (https://gimletmedia.com/shows/every-little-thing) . We’ve been nominated for 2 Webby Awards! Vote for Twenty Thousand Hertz in the [Business] (https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2022/podcasts/individual-episodes/business) and [Television & Film] (https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2022/podcasts/individual-episodes/television-film) categories. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Click [here] (https://telbee.io/channel/s_uqnue8gbgdyqvg_y3hiq/index.html) to leave us a voice message about your experiences with movie dialogue. Subscribe to [Every Little Thing] (https://open.spotify.com/show/2dY2l2v95zz9HTlYvDSAdA?si=888113e8afcb44e4) in Spotify. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Visit [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) to download the Zocdoc app and sign up for free. Get one month free of Headspace at [headspace.com/20k] (https://headspace.com/20k) . Find coupon codes on over 30,000 sites with Honey. Sign up for free at [joinhoney.com/20k] (https://joinhoney.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/liquidterror] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/liquidterror) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

13 Apr 2022

28 MINS

28:40

13 Apr 2022


#145

Mind the Gap

The voices of subway and train announcements are deeply ingrained in peoples’ lives. Many of us hear them every day, for years on end. And yet, hardly anyone knows who those voices belong to. In this episode, we uncover the human stories behind two of the most iconic transit systems in the world: the New York City Subway, and the London Tube. Featuring NYC Subway announcer [Charlie Pellett] (https://www.bloombergmedia.com/talent/people/charlie-pellett/) and Tube announcer [Elinor Hamilton] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elinorhamilton/) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Subscribe to [Tales from the Tannoy] (https://www.talesfromthetannoy.com/) wherever you get your podcasts. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Hiring? Sign up at [Indeed.com/Hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times. Get 83% off Surfshark VPN plus an extra 3 months free at [surfshark.deals/20k] (https://surfshark.deals/20k) , or use promo code 20K. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/mindthegap] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/mindthegap) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

30 Mar 2022

36 MINS

36:54

30 Mar 2022


#144

Hidden Hitmakers

The names of pop and rock stars are known by millions of people around the world, but the people who actually write their music often stay in the shadows. In this episode, we peel back the curtain on the songwriters behind some of the biggest hits of the last forty years, and find out how this unseen part of the industry really works. Along the way, we’ll get the inside scoop about working with KISS, Bon Jovi, Ricky Martin, Snoop Dogg, Puff Daddy, and more. Featuring songwriter [Desmond Child] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desmond_Child) and rapper/songwriter [Gizzle] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gizzle) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Visit [zocdoc.com/20k] (http://zocdoc.com/20k) to download the Zocdoc app and sign up for free. Get one month free of Headspace at [headspace.com/20k] (https://headspace.com/20k) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/hiddenhitmakers] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/hiddenhitmakers) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Mar 2022

35 MINS

35:12

16 Mar 2022


#143

Happy Little Episode

In the forty years since The Joy of Painting first started airing, Bob Ross has become a cultural icon. His gentle, soothing voice is instantly recognizable, and still gives comfort to millions of people around the world. But despite his unshakably cheery demeanor, Bob’s life wasn’t always easy. This is his story. Featuring [Sarah Strohl] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-strohl-2236731a4/) , Executive Assistant at [Bob Ross Inc.] (https://www.bobross.com/) , and [Kristin Congdon] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kristin_Congdon) , author of [Happy Clouds, Happy Trees: The Bob Ross Phenomenon] (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18707782-happy-clouds-happy-trees) . Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Hiring? Sign up at [Indeed.com/Hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Find coupon codes on over 30,000 sites with Honey. Sign up for free at  [joinhoney.com/20k] (https://joinhoney.com/20k) . Get 83% off Surfshark VPN plus an extra 3 months free at [surfshark.deals/20k] (https://surfshark.deals/20k) , or use promo code 20K. Watch  [The Sounds of Space] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeYnV9zp7Dk) , a collaboration between Twenty Thousand Hertz and  [melodysheep] (https://www.melodysheep.com/) . Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/happylittleepisode] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/happylittleepisode) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Mar 2022

47 MINS

47:36

02 Mar 2022


#142

Pirate Radio

In the 1960s, the BBC had a vise grip on British radio, and rarely played the pop and rock music that was all the rage. So a group of rebellious radio DJs decided to give the people what they wanted, and started broadcasting popular music from boats stationed in international waters. Soon enough, these young DJs became national superstars… until the British government decided it was time to sink these pirates once and for all. This story comes from the [History This Week] (%20https://apple.co/3uK9NjW) podcast. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Get 83% off Surfshark VPN plus an extra 3 months free at [surfshark.deals/20k] (https://surfshark.deals/20k) , or use promo code 20K. Get your free business banking account at [banknovo.com/hertz] (https://banknovo.com/hertz) . Listen to Songs That Shook the Planet at [audible.com/songs] (https://audible.com/songs) Subscribe to [History This Week] (%20https://apple.co/3uK9NjW) wherever you get your podcasts. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/pirateradio] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/pirateradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Feb 2022

37 MINS

37:53

16 Feb 2022


#141

Being Dallas Taylor

Your name is so much more than the sound that people call you by. It’s an entire human identity, distilled into a few syllables. So what do six people who share the exact same name have in common? It turns out, much more than you might expect. Follow Dallas down the rabbit hole as he speaks to name expert [Laura Wattenberg] (https://www.laurawattenberg.com/) and five other people named Dallas Taylor. Follow the show on [Twitter] (http://twitter.com/20korg) , [Facebook] (http://facebook.com/20korg) , & [Reddit] (https://reddit.com/r/20k) . Subscribe to our Youtube channel [here] (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFu_7pxU3-CByq7bxjVuE4Q) . Become a monthly contributor at [20k.org/donate] (http://20k.org/donate) . If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at [mystery.20k.org] (http://mystery.20k.org/) . Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp at [betterhelp.com/20k] (https://betterhelp.com/20k) . Hiring? Sign up at [Indeed.com/Hertz] (https://www.indeed.com/hertz) and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times. Visit [monday.com/podcast] (https://monday.com/podcast) for your free two-week trial. Episode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: [https://www.20k.org/episodes/beingdallastaylor] (https://www.20k.org/episodes/beingdallastaylor) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Feb 2022

44 MINS

44:59

02 Feb 2022