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The stories behind the world's most recognizable and interesting sounds. Whether you're a professional audio engineer with decades of experience, a fourth grader who loves sound and music, or anyone in between, Twenty Thousand Hertz will help unlock your sonic world… from the sound design secrets of hit movies, to the sonic craft of jingles and device sounds, to the forgotten backstories of classic theme songs, to linguistic mysteries, psychoacoustics, video game music, animal communication, and beyond. With moving human stories, immersive sound design, and the guiding voice of host Dallas Taylor, Twenty Thousand Hertz has grown into the world’s leading podcast about sound.
New to the show? Start here:
• I'm Lovin' It: How “Ba da ba ba ba” took over the world
• The Art of Foley: Bringing Slimer & Batman to life
• Tudum! The story behind the iconic Netflix sound
• Super Mario Bros: Koji Kondo's 8-Bit Masterpiece
• Inside Hans Zimmer’s Remote Control Studios
• A sonic journey through the Solar System
• Mind the Gap: NYC & London’s iconic transit voices
Afleveringen
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How modern Music Supervisors craft the perfect Needle Drop
19 oktober 2026 · 55 min
In Part 2 of our deep dive into needle drops, Dallas, Casey and Grace uncover more surprising stories behind some of cinema’s most unforgettable song choices. From a fiercely contested track that became a ‘90s comedy staple, to Quentin Tarantino’s habit of raiding old movie soundtracks, these pairings often took strange and unexpected paths to the screen. Along the way, they explore the hidden world of Music Supervision, impossible price tags, and the controversy around musical “soundalikes.” Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
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Needle Drops: How pop songs first started showing up in movies
12 oktober 2026 · 42 min
When a filmmaker pairs a scene with the perfect song, the results can become iconic. But when and how did movies start using popular music this way? In this episode, Dallas, Casey and Grace trace the history of “needle drops,” from a forgotten Broadway song that became an unlikely hit, to the rock ‘n’ roll record that transformed movie soundtracks, to the happy accidents behind some of the most famous scenes of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. Along the way, they reveal how movies and popular music became permanently intertwined. Lees meer
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Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
Subscribe on YouTube to see our video series.
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
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Guess That Sound: Video Game Edition
5 oktober 2026 · 48 min
For a special video game edition of our Guess That Sound competition, we invited three game audio experts to test their ears on 18 sounds from gaming history. Play along as they identify iconic fanfares, weapons, spells, power-ups, and some seriously tricky deep cuts. Who will claim the title of ultimate video game sound expert? Featuring Foley Artist and Sound Editor Joanna Fang, Senior Interactive Sound Designer Mark Kilborn, and Sound Designer and Composer Jeffrey Brice. Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
Subscribe on YouTube to see our video series.
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
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Listener Stories 2026 (Gold): Protest Pop & Birthday Ballads
21 september 2026 · 27 min
We’re proud to present the top selections from our 2026 Listener Story competition. In these extraordinary pieces, you’ll hear about the forgotten world of free online record labels, the controversial sounds that shape public spaces, the hidden history of a global pop hit, and finally, this year’s winning story. Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Subscribe on YouTube to see our video series.
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
Listener Links:
Explore Wesley Slover’s custom music at sanctus.audio.
Learn about the Sound Co-Op audio collective.
Learn about defensive urbanism and subscribe to Darknet Diaries.
Explore Ricardo Ramirez’s work at rezsounds.com.
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I'm (Still) Lovin' It: The McDonald's Jingle Saga Continues
7 september 2026 · 33 min
The “I’m Lovin’ It” jingle is one of the most recognizable melodies on Earth. But the story behind it involves a global competition, thousands of mixes, a Trojan Horse pop song, and a surprising amount of celebrity beef. In this updated version of one of our favorite episodes, we trace how a five-note jingle became a worldwide phenomenon, and the controversy over who actually wrote it. Featuring Tom Batoy and Franco Tortora of Mona Davis Music. Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
Subscribe on YouTube to see our video series.
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
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Listener Stories 2026 (Silver): Keyboard Clicks & Singing Forests
24 augustus 2026 · 26 min
Our 2026 Listener Story competition continues with five more incredible listener-made pieces. In this Silver collection, you’ll hear the surprising craft behind mechanical keyboards, the natural sounds hidden in Indian ragas, and how learning a new language can transform noise into belonging. Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Subscribe on YouTube to see our video series.
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
Listener Links:
Hear Leonardo Barrios’ music under the name Bardø on Spotify.
Learn about Ross Maddox’s work testing the hearing of babies at maddoxlab.org.
Explore Nathaniel Harrison’s work with Shore 3 Studios.
Hear Vicki Hansen’s music under the name Indiajiva on Youtube and Spotify.
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Colbert & Fallon: Mixing Music for Late Night TV
10 augustus 2026 · 42 min
Mixing music for Late Night television means working fast, putting artists at ease, and delivering polished mixes under immense pressure. In this episode, the Music Mixers of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon swap stories from decades behind the console. They reveal performances that went sideways, why backing tracks can actually make their jobs harder, and what it’s like mixing everyone from Cynthia Erivo to Paul McCartney. Featuring Harvey Goldberg and Lawrence Manchester. Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Watch Dallas' on-set videos with Harvey (The Late Show) and Lawrence (The Tonight Show).
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
Get three months of free payroll with Gusto at gusto.com/20k.
Visit quo.com/20k for 20% of your first 6 months of business phone software.
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Listener Stories 2026 (Bronze): AI Music & Coral Crackles
27 juli 2026 · 28 min
Twenty Thousand Hertz proudly presents the first five selections from our 2026 Listener Story competition. From AI-generated music, to the hidden crackle of coral reefs, to historic birdsong recordings, these bite-sized stories are crafted with curiosity and care. Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Subscribe on YouTube to see our video series.
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
Listener Links:
Hear Maria Ordovas Montanez's work on the Out There podcast.
Follow Rob Porter's Songbirding podcast.
Follow Victor Sanchez's work with DC Producciones.
Try NetSuite Next for free at netsuite.ai/20k.
Shopify: Own your customer relationships. Own your revenue. Start with a free trial at shopify.com/20k
Visit quo.com/20k for 20% of your first 6 months of business phone software.
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Eurovision Song Contest: Inside the Gimmicks & Glamour
13 juli 2026 · 34 min
For millions of people, Eurovision is a cultural institution, and one of the biggest live television events on Earth. But for many Americans, it remains a complete mystery. In this episode, producer Andrew Anderson takes Dallas and Grace on a joyful crash course through the history, music, controversies, and glorious absurdity of the Eurovision Song Contest. Along the way, they discover which music superstars got their start in Eurovision, how receiving “nul points” can ruin or launch a career, and what this competition reveals about Europe itself. Featuring “Doctor Eurovision” Paul Jordan. Lees meer
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John Williams: A Composer’s Legacy
15 juni 2026 · 36 min
In our last episode, we followed composer John Williams from his childhood to his 1970s run with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. Now, we pick up the story as John enters an era of seemingly impossible success… from Raiders of the Lost Ark to Home Alone, Jurassic Park, Schindler’s List, and beyond. In this episode, we explore how John revived the grand orchestral score, conquered the classical music world, and crafted melodies that millions of people can instantly recognize. Along the way, journalist Tim Greiving reveals the habits, quirks, and creative brilliance of this living legend. Lees meer
Twenty Thousand Hertz is produced by Defacto Sound.
Support the show and get ad-free episodes at 20k.org/plus.
Subscribe on YouTube to see our video series.
If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.
Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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- Kunst , Design
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- Om de week
- Lengte
- Meestal 35 min
- Afleveringen
- 253
- Eerste aflevering
- 1 november 2016
- Taal
- Engels