Friday, October 27, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - Things are a-changing!

As you might have noticed with all the previously-released Sounds and lag times between posting dates and reality, Sound of the Day in its current state has been coming (lurching?) to an end. But that doesn't mean that it's going away... Oh no no no, heavens no!

We're currently under a process of rejuvenation and reinvention that will most likely mean fewer podcasts per month, but more focused energies and enthusiasm for the podcasting genre. We're not sure exactly what form the new show will take, but we have some great ideas. One thing is certain: our dedication to fresh new Sounds and music will always be at the core of our overriding mission for this show.

We appreciate your patience as we retool and rethink our approach to podcasting. To people who have been listening since December 2004, those who just started listening recently, and everyone in between, we are truly grateful and look forward to coming back with newfound focus and dedication in the coming months. At this point, we anticipate being back online sometime in early 2007... hopefully January. In the mean time, we'll be working on bringing all the archives online and will take time to check in and see how everyone's doing from time to time.

Thanks again, as always, for listening, and here's to a fresh start and new tomorrows!

Thursday, October 26, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 25 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 25 2006

It's worked a couple of times this month already, so the Sound of the Day goes back once again to December 2005 for this wonderful Sound...

There is a specific instrument we hear in the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today that is played, believe it or not, by a single person. How can it be that so many different Sounds can all be played in harmony and yet without the aid of multiple people? Do you know what instrument makes this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 24, 2006 is a few minutes of children playing on a playground during recess.

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 24 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 24 2006

The Sound of the Day goes back again to December 2005 for this lovely Sound...

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is one that should bring back memories of happy times. There is certainly lots of activity in today's Sound. So many participants too. Any idea what daily activity produces this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 23, 2006 is a radio with an analog tuner moving back and forth between channels.

Tuesday, October 24, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 23 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 23 2006

The Sound of the Day looks back just a bit into the recent past of September 2006 with a theme provided by Hold Off On Fire.

Listening to mass media will often provide access to the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Many modern versions of the device used to make this Sound separate channels of content so that the incidence of static has been greatly reduced, but we think that's a sad loss. Do you know what makes this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 22, 2006 is someone ripping off a sheet of Aluminum foil, crumpling it up and tossing it away. Make sure to recycle as much as you can!

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 22 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 22 2006

Checking our past continues as the Sound of the Day digs into the not-too-distant past of August 2006 with a theme provided by The Amazing Kargol & Janet specialists in theme music and prestidigitation.

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is heard when attempting to preserve and/or cook food. The element used to make up the source of this Sound is mined in abundance and can be found in many common household items. It's even part of the main ingredient in your antiperspirant! Any idea what makes this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 21, 2006 is a church bell tolling off the hours of the day.

Monday, October 23, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 21 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 21 2006

Our retrospective of the Sound of the Day digs into July 2006 with a theme created by the New York City satirical group Relentless Pacifist.

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today indicates not only that something might be about to happen, but also what time it is. What kind of Sound has the power to do such diverse things? Do you know what makes this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 20, 2006 is a truck backing up and the beep that plays when any similar vehicle backs up (at least where we come from). Does anyone else around the world hear this Sound?

Running a tad behind...

Sorry for the delay in shows from this weekend. We will be working to catch up and hope to be back on track by the end of the day today.

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 20 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 20 2006

The Sound of the Day archives continue to be plundererd during the month of October, and the June 2006 theme is waiting for us today. It was provided by the light funky South Los Angeles band Enormous Boons.

If you hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today unexpectedly, make sure to look around and prepare to move or you might get squashed. What could be making such a Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 19, 2006 is someone bouncing up and down on a chair or bed with squeaky springs.

Friday, October 20, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 19 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 19 2006

We're still looking back through the only Sound of the Day archives, and the May 2006 theme greets us today. It was provided by the etherial combo Upon Further Reflection.

Many of today's resting devices make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Any idea what's making that Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 18, 2006 is someone rifling through a few newspaper vending machines.

Thursday, October 19, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 18 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 18 2006

As we continue to look back through the only Sound of the Day archives, we find the April 2006 theme was provided by the experimental pop group Placeholder.

When you just need some news now, you might make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. It sounds as if this person was successful at first, but not so much upon subsequent attempts to obtain printed daily information. Any idea what might make this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 17, 2006 is the April Fools Day joke for 2006.

Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 17 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 17 2006

April 1, 2006 was witness to the only Sound of the Day theme provided by Norway's Death Metal outfit Aggressøör!.

You must remember that this Sound was published on the first day of April 2006. That alone is the key to understanding the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today.

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 16, 2006 is many people taking advantage of the fun to be had at a local skateboard park.

Tuesday, October 17, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 16 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 16 2006

As we look back to March of 2006 for the Sound of the Day theme it is brought to us by the steamy funk Chicago sextet Creamy Middles.

The activity featured in the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is not a crime! At least that's what the bumper stickers said. Roll that idea around in your head, but try not to hit it if you fall down. Any idea what high-speed outdoor activity produces this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 15, 2006 is someone playing with a stack of plastic poker chips.

Monday, October 16, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 15 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 15 2006

Our Sound of the Day time machine continues to hurdle backwards with the February 2006 theme from the Los Angeles funk club trio Funky Jumper.

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today sounds similar to plastic sleigh bells, but we assure you it's not. In fact, the source of today's Sound is heard during specific games of chance. Money is at the heart of so many Sounds in today's modern world and this is no exception. Any idea what makes this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 14, 2006, as correctly guessed by Frungi, is a light bulb being replaced.

Sunday, October 15, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 14 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 14 2006

We continue to look back at past Sounds of the Day with the January 2006 theme from the Austin rock band Truculent Pancreas.

Let there be light! We imagine there might have been a little more going on when these words were first uttered, but these days, all you need to do to make this come true is make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. What makes this illuminating Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 13, 2006 is a harp being played by Thomas "Doc" Grauzer . If you like his artistry, be sure to pick up his CD at CD Baby.

Saturday, October 14, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 13 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 13 2006

The review of past Sounds of the Day continues with the December 2005 theme from the New York math rock band Tungsten Carbide Drills.

The instrument used to make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today has been around for a long time and is especially well-known as an Irish instrument. Angels have even been known to play it on occasion. Any idea what it is?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 12, 2006 is someone running an electric sewing machine.

Friday, October 13, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 12 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 12 2006

The Sound of the Day continues its review of shows gone by with the November 2005 theme from the introspective, yet jazzy Seattle artists named eminent domain.

Someone made the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today to create the very clothes on your back each day. You may not have heard today's Sound at the time, but that doesn't mean it wasn't heard or didn't happen. Mysterious and yet commonplace... what kind of process makes today's Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 11, 2006 is someone flipping through channels on a remote controlled television.

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 11 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 11 2006

The Sound of the Day continues to barrel through the past with the calm yet eerie October 2005 theme from the movie soundtrack specialists Torque Junkies.

If you're in charge, the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is just fine, but if you're a spectator today's Sound is simply irritating. Can you guess what Sound has this dual effect on people?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 10, 2006 is an unwanted automated message being left by a telemarketer.

Thursday, October 12, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 10 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 10 2006

The retrospective experience for The Sound of the Day continues with the waltzing September 2005 theme from the west Idaho band the Aristocrats.

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is all too annoying, but this time around, there is a satisfying ending. Something this cathartic just has to bring a smile to people's faces! What Sound has this power?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 9, 2006 is metallic spring toy (the most famous brand name is probably Slinky) being rolled back and forth between someone's hands.

Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 9 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 9 2006

The Sound of the Day continues its retrospective experiment with the August 2005 theme from the band Two Beats Short.

Someone will certainly recognize the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Too many children have this toy or something similar to it for this to go unidentified. Even if you don't have stairs in your house, this Sound should be familiar to anyone who has ever been a kid.

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 8, 2006 is an water sprinkler running at full tilt.

Monday, October 09, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 8 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 8 2006

The Sound of the Day retrospective exploration of podcasts gone by continues with the July 2005 theme from the French cool pop band Les Gerbilbunnies.

This is a Sound heard too often in dry areas, but the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today makes the ground and surrounding vegetation happy. Children love this Sound when they get a chance to run and play around it. What kind of Sound could bring this much joy to so many?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 7, 2006 is a collection of bottles being rustled around before being set out for recycling.

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 7 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 7 2006

The retrospective exploration of Sound of the Day podcasts gone by continue with the June 2005 theme from the pop band Ned and the Nedtones and this calypso-inspired tune. Kinda catchy, isn't it?

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today can be heard after a large party during cleanup or any time you take out recyclables after having a few too many. What could be making this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 6, 2006 is a electric lawn trimmer (sometimes called a weed whacker) being pulsed on and off a few times, then brought up to full speed.

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 6 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 6 2006

One more day of the retrospective exploration of Sound of the Day podcasts gone by with the May 2005 theme from avant-garde band Robing Nutmeat. This theme was commissioned in reaction to outcry from April 2005 listeners who complained that the themes were getting a bit fluffy.

If you're working on a lawn that's out of control, you'll be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Any idea what's making this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 5, 2006 is a plastic tube at least a few feel long being twirled around so that it resonates at a different frequencies depending on how quickly it is being spun.

Friday, October 06, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 5 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 5 2006

Another day into our retrospective exploration of Sound of the Day podcasts gone by with the April 2005 theme from European New Age artist J Anderstein. This theme, in its original unexpurgated form caused quite a backlash when it first appeared. A few people posted very negatively about it as if a temporary shift into a mellow style of music was the end of the world... or at least the end of podcasting as we knew it. We were just glad they cared enough to be upset.

People familiar with odd musical instruments and emergency rooms may have an easier time recognizing the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Now that hint should be enough to confuse anyone. If you don't recognize it, just listen with an open mind and the answer may swing your way...

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 4, 2006 is someone drinking the last bit, rather noisily, from their fast food soda cup.

Thursday, October 05, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 4 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 4 2006

Today we continue our retrospective exploration of Sound of the Day podcasts gone by with a theme created by international smooth jazz artist Hans Knoppels who provided the theme for Sounds presented in March 2005.

Fast food aficionados will be able to guess the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today with ease. Go too fast with today's Sound and you might get a brain freeze. Any idea what makes this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 3, 2006, as correctly surmised by Frungi, is a loud (in this case very close to dying) hard drive.

Wednesday, October 04, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 3 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 3 2006

Today we continue our retrospective exploration of Sound of the Day podcasts gone by with a theme created by the Shimmer Twins. This band provided the mid-80's echo-laden soundtrack for Sounds presented in February 2005.

Techies will probably recognize this one right away. The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is a critical one for everyone using computers. Well, it's important if you want to save anything from session to session. Let's just say that without this very quiet Sound your work and play would be greatly restricted. Any idea what makes this Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 2, 2006 is a toilet flushing.

Tuesday, October 03, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 2 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 2 2006

We continue our retrospective exploration of Sound of the Day podcasts gone by...

Okay, we admit. This one is rude. Now you've been warned. But just for that sake alone, it must be considered a classic Sound of the Day podcast sound. If you live in or near running water, you must have heard some variation on today's Sound. Can you guess what it is?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for October 1, 2006 is a silly song composed of voice and flatulent hand noises.

Monday, October 02, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 1 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - October 1 2006

For this fine first day in October 2006, we begin our retrospective exploration of Sound of the the Day podcasts gone by...

For the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today, we go all the way back to the beginning. This is a re-podcast (if you will) of the very first Sound of the Day. We've come a long way, baby! :)

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for September 30, 2006 is someone laughing (with relief?) into a microphone.

Sunday, October 01, 2006

Special Note

Times are changing and the Sound of the Day is too.

During October, we'll be evaluating the future of this podcast to determine if we have the resources to do new shows or if we should just say it's been a wonderful experience and move on to other projects. October Sounds will come from the archives and contain some of our favorites from over the last 20+ months, so don't be surprised if you've heard the themes before and they change from day to day.

One way or the other, we love what we've been able to accomplish and look forward to the future of podcasting.

Thanks, as always, for listening!

Sound of the Day Podcast - September 30 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - September 30 2006

You shouldn't always be sad. Hopefully the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today makes up for yesterday's. What positive emotion is associated with today's Sound?

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for September 29, 2006 is someone crying into a microphone. Don't worry... we're just play acting. No podcasters were hurt in the recording of yesterday's Sound. :D

Sound of the Day Podcast - September 29 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - September 29 2006

You shouldn't always be happy. Although we're just play active in the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today, it's a common enough Sound that we thought it would be appropriate to use it today. If today's Sound isn't pleasing, we would be willing to guess that you'll know what it is.

If you think you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!




The Sound of the Day for September 28, 2006, as correctly guessed by Frungi, is someone fumbling with a microphone.