When writer Paige Towers moved to one of the loudest cities in the world, she found herself overcome with anxiety and depression. She came to realize that the noise of the city itself, and the inability to escape from it, was having a huge impact on her mental health. With the help of the internet, Paige was able to discover a deceptively simple solution. Bu ... Show More
Jan 12
Butterfly in the Synth: Reading Rainbow’s Magical Theme Song
The theme song to Reading Rainbow has been delighting kids (and nostalgic grown-ups) for over 40 years. But how did this instantly iconic track come to be? In this episode, composer Steve Horelick reveals the unlikely story of its creation, from its empowering lyrics, to its “flu ... Show More
27m 20s
Dec 17
Guess That Sound 2025: Youtube Channel Champs
For our sixth annual Mystery Sound game show, we’ve invited three guests from our video series to test their sonic knowledge on 18 sounds, including production logos, video game FX, bird calls, strange instruments, and more. So put on your listening cap and get ready to guess alo ... Show More
46m 45s
Feb 2021
Introducing: The Town Whispers
We’re proud to introduce you to the latest horror series on our network: THE TOWN WHISPERS - a serialized audio drama written, produced and performed by Cole Weavers. In the series, you’ll explore The Fort, a town hidden behind the fog, the trees, and the rain of the Pacific Nort ... Show More
24m 33s
Oct 2021
The heart comes out at night, by Rev. Monique Ortiz
<p>As a Night Minister with San Francisco Night Ministry, Rev. Monique Ortiz walks the dark streets of a beautiful and aching city – a city that transforms completely when the sun goes down. Reaching out to the most desperate souls, she learns to help in a way she hadn’t imagined ... Show More
32m 13s
Jun 2024
How noise pollution harms our health, with Arline Bronzaft, PhD
From roaring leaf blowers to screeching trains, the world is full of unwelcome noise – and researchers have found that noisy environments can take a real toll on people’s mental and physical health. Arline Bronzaft, PhD, talks about how noise affects health and well-being, how it ... Show More
38m 18s
Sep 2023
Open Window New York City Soundscape at Night (2 Hours) | Midtown Manhattan City Sounds
2 hours of soundscape of Midtown New York City in binaural audio. This is a view of 33rd street from my hotel room in the evening. The audio is not looped and recorded on location. This recording features sirens, construction, people, traffic sounds, and more. Sounds can be used ... Show More
2h 1m