I’ve been a long time listener to 20K, but recently I’ve found most episodes hard to listen to. Maybe it’s just me, but the way the show has grown in its own esteem feels a little ridiculous? Like, ok, yes, it’s a podcast about sound made by sound nerds so of course they’re gonna pride themselves on how it SOUNDS, but it sort of feel like the show is more focused on being the most over-produced podcast on any given platform than telling good stories. I think what drew people into begin with were the interesting stories (the through-line of which happened to be sound). Most of the reviews on here are from people really moved by the Halo episode, which, yes, included the story behind a recognizable sound, but was driven by a very human narrative. My advice to Dallas and the team would be to take a more 99PI approach to the show: a distinct and enjoyable tone and sonic signature in service of compelling reporting.

I used to really like this podcast, but lately it feels like a lot of episodes are just nostalgia-bait. We get it Dallas, you like Star Wars! We don’t need to constantly be reminded of how significant it was when it first came out. A lot of people like that franchise!

This wide array of episodes is beautiful! Love hw it focuses on sound. And the fact that he added a Bluey episode makes it all the better.

Incredible, interesting content with the longest ad breaks in the history of podcasting. Really enjoyed it.

An amazing podcast! Extremely well done and lots of interesting info…I’m learning so much about sound design. Thx!

I love this podcast so much it really introduced me to the world of sound and science I highly recommend it to anyone!

I love this episode because it shares the story of a young man who had a friend who gave him a dream and it made me cry because I loved it and it was so sweet

Tremendously important information inside an enjoyable presentation

I like the podcast, but me and my little sister were listening, and she was scared of a horror movie trailer, so please stop putting those in.

Brian’s Bungee/Halo story was so captivating. I can’t wait wait to listen to all the episodes. Thank you to Meditative Stories for sending me here.

I’ve been listening to this podcast from the beginning. Didn’t have being brought to tears by it on my bingo card. But here I am, after the Halo make a wish episode. What a beautiful, human story.

Dallas and his team have led me through so many stories. I love hearing the stories and information behind some of the most iconic sounds- some of which, we take for granted. Absolutely love this podcast. Thank you

I have been listening to Twenty Thousand Hertz for years and it is one of my all-time favorite podcasts. It makes the most of the medium and the production quality is phenomenal. The topics are surprisingly versatile and I always enjoy them. Seriously, this podcast is a treat for the ears and the mind. It changed the way I think about sound and sound design.

Dallas, I love the way you make the sounds in my life that much more captivating. I love how you talk about all sorts of sounds, music, animal calls, sound effects, and trivia! Thanks for being my new favorite podcast! Could you please do an episode on laughter? Or maybe why music can make us feel so many emotions? Thanks again!

Been a listener for years. Entertaining for even those not so interested in the analysis of sound. Always clever, unique, entertaining and professional in presentation. Never neglects making the solid case for how cardinally important sound is in everyone’s life, most always highlighting some emotional connection. Often the most fun listening experience.

Amazing podcast. It joins the ranks of classics like Radiolab and Fresh Air. Dallas Taylor is a masterful sound artist and engaging storyteller. 20k episodes are always engaging and never stale.

Good show 5 stars wish I could give six

Pls do Toothless the Nightfury sounds

I love Twenty Thousand Hertz because Dallas gives you so much information whilst the episodes being around half an hour long. He goes in depth nicely and doesn’t make it boring. The last thing I love about this podcast is how he gets the listener to interact with it in ways. For an example, he uses mystery sounds to try and make you guess the sound. That’s why I love this podcast.

I love learning about new sounds

This show is really great and goes in depth about sounds you hear every day. The perfect combination of pop culture and sound science. My wife got me into it and I would absolutely recommend it to my friends!

I have been a listener since the beginning of this podcast! It is rated as my favorite. Thank you to all for the beautiful stories and the incredible sound that has produced this amazing ear candy!

I’m not even a “sound” person but find this podcast endlessly enjoyable and educational. Dallas is a great host and I learn something every episode.

This is a great podcast that consistently enlightens its listeners to the world of sound. Covering everything from pop culture to science to history to physiology and everything in between, each episode opens the door to deeper appreciation of the things we hear.

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Very well produced and informative podcast. They can insert a little joy into all those sounds you’ve heard in everyday life and give you the behind the scenes story. Dallas is a delight to listen to; keep up the good work!

I really enjoy the Twenty Thousand Hertz Podcast. I have been listening for several years now and look forward to each episode. I find the topics very interesting and have learned a lot. I have narrowed down the number of Podcasts I have Twenty Thousand Hertz is definitely a keeper. Dallas is a wonderful host!

I love listening to the show with my kids. We love guessing the mystery sound and the topics are so engaging. My girls will randomly mention a fun fact or interesting tidbit that they learned while listening. Please keep the shows coming. I’ll definitely be using some of the shows in my class to teach my middle school students.

Consistently interesting and entertaining episodes. Covers topics and historical developments in a concise and informative manner.

There’s many podcasts I love, and frankly, there’s others that I’m more excited when they come out for… But there are none as impressive as this.

I’m echoing the often-repeated sentiment of many other reviewers, so hopefully this doesn’t sound cliche by now. This is easily one of the most interesting and well-produced podcasts available. Posing and answering questions I didn’t even realized I had. This is really such quality work, I appreciate this podcast so much. Incredible.

Thanks for the depth and keeping it clean. I can freely recommend this to all my friends and young ones. Thank you for all of the research and efforts you and your team put into each episode. This pod stands above others and it shows. Please keep it up! Love the mystery sounds!

Mick Gordon did the modern Doom games soundtracks and Wolfenstein games

Very well done, funny, and just good. The mystery sounds are very ingenious and interesting. I love and recommend it to all. It also dives deep into the recognition of the people who help make it. Love it a lot and I hope you do to! :) :) :) Just love Love LOVE it! I can live

My hobby is audio editing and sound design for podcasts. And I learn so much through this podcast. Keep it up guys

I love this podcast so much It’s the best

I’ve been listening to your podcast for 7 years. Thank you so much for all the care you put into it. I can hear every note, every penny, every click. This podcast is artistic in its love for sound.

Just a really well done podcast. Subject matter is always interesting. Dallas and other contributors are pleasant to listen to. Mystery sound always fun.

I love everything about this podcast. From the mystery sound each episode to deep dives on some of the worlds most interesting sounds.

This is one of my favorites! I heard about it on NPR a few months ago, and now I’m listening from the beginning. Every episode is well-crafted, thoughtful, fascinating, educational, entertaining. I can’t say enough good things about it. I have been telling everyone I know about this podcast!

This podcast is really well mixed and incredibly human. The host is honest and vulnerable. Whether you love sound or not, this is worth a listen. After you listen you might end up noticing sound and loving it even more.

Each episode is a work of art. So many interesting topics and they just keep them coming.

Twenty Thousand Hertz is a quality podcast where the hours of work put into each episode are readily apparent. More than that, it’s a well-curated journey through the sounds of the world around us, from the average to the extraordinary. That said, even their dives into what would seem to be rather mundane, result in captivating analysis that elevates those sounds to fascinating and engaging experiences. I’m a sound mixer, so I love to nerd out on sound discussion, but when I was introduced to Twenty Thousand Hertz, I immediately informed my wife that we had something to play on our next road trip. She was skeptical, not wanting to spend a long drive listening to technobabble. It only took one episode to get her hooked. This is NOT an industry-targeted podcast. There’s definitely plenty for working sound professionals to enjoy, but there is so much more here. Whether it’s about the art or the science of sound, or somewhere in between, there’s literally something to interest and entertain everyone. Kudos to the team behind Twenty Thousand Hertz for such a well-thought-out, well-designed, and unique podcast.

Makes you want to pay attention to everyday sounds

very very good good good

This podcast is really great but it sounds SOOOO good that now it feels like all the other podcasts I listen to sound terrible:(

I found out about this gem of a podcast through the Jordan Harbinger show where Dallas was interviewed about sound. I really appreciate the topics, stories, and the way these stories are told. I plan on getting a subscription. This is an incredible podcast! And I truly appreciate the truly clean work you put out, such a lovely relief from a lot of content out there. Keep up the good work!

I’ve been listening to Thai podcast since it started and from day one it has always hit the right notes. Love the topics spoken and dissected about, the audio quality is also superb. I usually like listening through my Sonos speakers that really introduces the quality of the audio mixed by the host. I’m just glad that you guys have been going hard this long, hope you guys continue to keep releasing quality, fun, and interesting podcast episodes!

I listen to all podcasts at double speed, except this one. It is a beautifully well-designed show with an amazing soundscape and I enjoy luxuriating in every second.

This podcast deals with sound design in a way that you’ve probably never thought about. Whether it’s sonic logos or sounds around you that you would never even think about, this podcast explains them all. And obviously the podcast itself sounds great.