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Twenty Thousand Hertz

Dallas Taylor
Sound Design
Electronic Music
Saturday Night Live
BBC Radiophonic Workshop
Bluey
Parenting
Sound Perception
Listener Stories
Sonic Branding
Nursery Rhymes
Vintage Production Music
Doctor Who
Jeopardy!
Industrial Musicals
Mystery Sound Game
Cultural Commentary
Roland Tr-808
Untranslatable Words
Library Music
Hip Hop Sampling

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 classi... more

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Latest Episodes

One day, Ethan had an unfortunate bathroom incident. Then, he found an entire collection of songs online with his name in the title… and they all seemed to be about that embarrassing moment. That experience sent Ethan and his sister down a bizarre ra... more

What makes the music of Bluey feel so warm and alive? In this episode, Dallas travels to Brisbane, Australia to visit the studio of Bluey’s composer Joff Bush. There, Joff reveals the quirky instruments, musical easter eggs, and songwriting philosoph... more

Before Radiolab became a cultural phenomenon, it was an experiment… one that Jad Abumrad built voice by voice, sound by sound. In this episode, Jad walks Dallas through his journey with the show, from its scrappy beginning in a New York basement, to ... more

Last year, we ran three full episodes of listener-produced stories. But one beautiful story was just a little too long for the final cut… and we couldn’t leave it behind. In this episode, sound designer Jesse Herrera tells the story of his grandfathe... more

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Recent Guests

Jad Abumrad
Creator of Radiolab, podcaster, composer
Radiolab
Episode: The Acoustic Worlds of Radiolab Creator Jad Abumrad
Jesse Herrera
Sound designer and storyteller who shares The Choice to Hear story
Independent storyteller / Twenty Thousand Hertz contributor
Episode: He was deaf for 35 years + Listener Stories kickoff
Will Cohen
Sound designer from String and Tins
String and Tins
Episode: Harry Potter and the Sound Designer’s Stone
Lawrence Kendrick
Sound designer from String and Tins
String and Tins
Episode: Harry Potter and the Sound Designer’s Stone
David Jeffers
Sound designer who transitioned from engineering to sound design after a life-altering accident.
Quadraphonic Sound
Episode: When Everything Stopped, He Started Listening
Yasmin Jeffers
David's wife, who provides an emotional perspective on his recovery.
Episode: When Everything Stopped, He Started Listening
Mark Ayres
Composer, sound designer, producer, and remixer associated with the Radiophonic Workshop
BBC Radiophonic Workshop
Episode: Doctor Who & The BBC Radiophonic Workshop
Steve Horelick
Composer, producer, performer of electronic music.
Patchworks
Episode: Butterfly in the Synth: Reading Rainbow’s Magical Theme Song
Jim Deutsch
Curator of Folklife and Popular Culture at the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage
Smithsonian
Episode: Auld Lang What? The surprising origins of the New Year’s song

Host

Dallas Taylor
Host of the long-running sonic storytelling show.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 8.1k ratings
  • Highest quality podcast ever!

    This podcast not only talks about sound but uses it in amazing ways! Love this podcast and it’s amazing for kids!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Developer’s nickname
    United States16 days ago
  • I’m Dallas Taylor

    And I don’t like to talk about myself, but I talk about myself and my company and my other company constantly. Oh and I’m the host. I don’t like to talk about myself but I love hearing my name so much I made an episode about other people named Dallas Taylor. I’m Dallas Taylor.

    This dude is a bit of a turd, but when he’s not talking about himself, the show is great.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AnimatedMeatSack
    United States18 days ago
  • See the world thru sound

    20k Hz has changed the way that I interact with the world. I am an architect and have a spatial sense of what kinds of environments I prefer. Quality of light has always been a passion of mine as well. But through listening to this podcast, I now have a vocabulary for the types of sonic environments I prefer. Thanks for broadening my senses, Dallas & the 20k HZ team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SKP'sFamily
    United States21 days ago
  • Didn’t know I was interested in sound…

    I stumbled across this podcast a few years ago, and it has become my family’s favorite. There are so many fascinating topics that I didn’t even know enough about to care until I listened to the episode. I love that we can listen as a family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mama- A C
    United States22 days ago
  • Rowling Shill? Not On My Feed

    Joanne makes no secret of her hate for the trans community and she actively puts her vast fortune toward promoting their extermination. I consider the HP radio play ep to be little more than an overpriced commercial for her garbage and you’ve outlived your time in my pod catcher.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    grocerytroll
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the host's clear delivery and the show's accessible explanations.
Guests provide diverse perspectives from archival research to hands-on sound design.
Strong production quality and audio storytelling that pulls you into sonic worlds.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#4
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Apple Podcasts
#50
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#2
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Apple Podcasts
#6
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#36
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Apple Podcasts
#120
United Kingdom/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Acoustic Worlds of Radiolab Creator Jad Abumrad
Q: Why have you personally devoted your life to sound, not just music or other forms of storytelling?
Sound drew Jad because it allows him to explore and reveal the world in real-time, shaping stories through the tactile experience of listening, and he sees sound as a continuous process of discovery and self-understanding.
He was deaf for 35 years + Listener Stories kickoff
Q: Okay, so my first question is, when we first heard Jesse's story last year, what was your immediate reaction?
Dallas explains that Jesse's story stands out because of its strong storytelling and the natural integration of sound design with human emotion, making it compelling on multiple levels.
When Everything Stopped, He Started Listening
Q: How did your childhood interest influence your sound design approach?
David highlighted that his hip-hop production style and sampling significantly shaped his approach to sound design.
When Everything Stopped, He Started Listening
Q: What was your goal at the time when you were studying mechanical engineering?
David aimed to secure a design position at an automotive company due to his love for cars.
Mix Notes: Dumb Farts, Alien Crickets & Junkyard Instruments
Q: What makes great environments in sound design?
Diverse background sounds create a satisfying sense of depth and realism.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Twenty Thousand Hertz

What is Twenty Thousand Hertz about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive show about the world's most recognizable and intriguing sounds, exploring how sound design shapes experiences across media—from films and theme songs to advertising and theme parks. Episodes commonly center on the creative process behind iconic audio moments, the people who craft them, and the technology that enables immersive sonic storytelling. Noteworthy is the mix of historical context, behind-the-scenes craftsmanship, and contemporary topics like AI voice cloning and cross-media expansion, which keeps conversations both educational and highly engaging for listeners with a passion for sound.

The show often features industry veterans and practitioners who share hands-on insights, field recording anecdotes, and reflections on ... more

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4. Lawrence Kendrick
5. David Jeffers
6. Yasmin Jeffers
7. Mark Ayres
8. Steve Horelick

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