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Twenty Thousand Hertz

Twenty Thousand Hertz

By: Dallas Taylor
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 The stories behind the world’s most iconic and fascinating sounds. Art Music
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  • The Music of Jeopardy! From a Lullaby to $100,000,000

    The Music of Jeopardy! From a Lullaby to $100,000,000
    Jul 2 2025
    It’s the most recognizable TV theme in America. But Jeopardy’s “Think Music” wasn’t originally written for a game show… It was written for a toddler. In this episode, we trace the unlikely journey of the Jeopardy theme, from Merv Griffin’s living room to over 10,000 episodes across six decades. Along the way, we explore the show’s sonic evolution, including honking buzzers, 80s synths, and orchestral remixes. Featuring Lisa Broffman, Jeopardy’s Consulting Co-Executive Producer. Subscribe on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ to see our brand new video series. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at ⁠⁠mystery.20k.org⁠⁠. Explore Defacto Sound's work at ⁠defactosound.com⁠, and click the ⁠⁠Contact Form⁠⁠ to get in touch. Follow Dallas on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠. Join our community on ⁠⁠Reddit⁠⁠ and follow us on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠. Visit ⁠⁠sonos.com⁠⁠ to learn about the Sonos Ace headphones and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Sound Off: Siren Calls, Medical Melodies & Missing Frequencies

    Sound Off: Siren Calls, Medical Melodies & Missing Frequencies
    Jun 18 2025
    Twenty Thousand Hertz is proud to present the first short story collection from our Sound Off competition, featuring six bite-sized pieces written and produced entirely by our listeners. From the dawn of recording to the sonic secrets of thunder, from mythic sirens to melodic medicine, this Bronze Collection offers a first taste of the breadth and originality of these incredible stories. Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠⁠ to be the first to see our new video episodes. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at ⁠mystery.20k.org⁠. Explore Defacto Sound's work at defactosound.com, and click the ⁠Contact Form⁠ to get in touch. Follow Dallas on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, and ⁠LinkedIn⁠. Join our community on ⁠Reddit⁠ and follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠. Visit ⁠sonos.com⁠ to learn about the Sonos Ace headphones and more. Visit openphone.com/20k for 20% of your first 6 months. Claim your $75 sponsored job credit at ⁠indeed.com/hertz⁠. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial at ⁠shopify.com/20k⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • I interviewed 5 other Dallas Taylors and things got weird

    I interviewed 5 other Dallas Taylors and things got weird
    May 28 2025
    Your name isn’t just a label. It’s a signal to everyone who meets you, filled with meaning that you may not fully understand. In this story, Dallas revisits one of the most surreal experiences of his life: tracking down five other people who share his exact name. What follows is a surprising look at identity, coincidence, and the curious ways that our names shape our lives. Featuring name expert Laura Wattenberg and six Dallas Taylors. Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠⁠ to be the first to see our new video episodes. Visit defactosound.com to hear more of our work and get in touch. If you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at ⁠⁠mystery.20k.org⁠⁠. Follow Dallas on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, ⁠⁠and ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠. Join our community on ⁠⁠Reddit⁠⁠ and follow us on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠. Buy Laura’s book, ⁠The Baby Name Wizard⁠ wherever you get your books. Visit ⁠sonos.com⁠ to learn about the Sonos Ace headphones and more. Start your free online visit for hair loss treatment at ⁠hims.com/20k⁠. Cut your current cloud bill in half with OCI at ⁠⁠oracle.com/20k⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins

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