Friday, August 18, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 17 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 17 2006

It will probably be tough for many people to guess the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Anyone using an economical method for getting around town might recognize it. Post-rush hour on hot days is an especially well-suited time for hearing today's Sound.

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The Sound of the Day for August 16, 2006 is someone breaking CDs (or DVDs) by hand into a trash can. It's one of the only fool-proof ways to destroy unwanted data on this kind of medium. Can you think of any others?

Thursday, August 17, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 16 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 16 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is heard when you need to destroy mordern data, but don't favor a more hi-tech way of achieving that goal.

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 August 15, 2006 is someone suffering from a hangover.

Wednesday, August 16, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 15 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 15 2006

Been out drinking all night? Perhaps you neglected to take some medicine and drink plenty of water before going to sleep? Then you'll be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today in the morning.

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 August 14, 2006 is a knife being quickly scraped back and forth across a sharpening rod.

Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 14 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 14 2006

Getting ready to cut some steaks? Maybe you just need to get ready to serve a few to your guests. Either way, you might be making 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 August 13, 2006 is a harmonica (or jaw harp) being rather listlessly played. Maybe we can hire a more professional player and do this one again later.

For a list of alternate names for the harmonica (and lots more information), check out the Wikipedia entry for harmonica.

Monday, August 14, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 13 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 13 2006

Tuning up for a blues gig might produce the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today which has inherited many names over the years. If you recognize this musical instrument, can you think of any alternative names for it?

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The Sound of the Day for August 12, 2006 is a hi hat (i.e. two smaller cymbals on a stand that allows the player to raise one by lifting his or her foot off a pedal) being tapped rhythmically.

Sunday, August 13, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 12 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 12 2006

You've heard this Sound before if you've heard any modern pop, rock, alternative, or even country music. What kind of pervasive percussive instrument makes 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 August 11, 2006 is hungry fast food patron sitting in a car scarfing down some french fries.

Saturday, August 12, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 11 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 11 2006

Too many Americans make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today on a regular basis. Make this Sound too often and you'll be making the sounds associated with weight loss to make up for it.

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The Sound of the Day for August 10, 2006 is a happy, satisfied cat purring very loudly.

Friday, August 11, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 10 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 10 2006

Happy pets make for happy people. There is a very happy pet heard in 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 August 9, 2006 is a pepper mill being cranked to produce fresh cracked black pepper for someone's dinner.

Thursday, August 10, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 9 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 9 2006

Some condiments get all the respect. The source of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is an example of the dispensing of a common table condiment that is unique from any other. If we're being just too vague, stick around to the end of the Sound for another clue!

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 August 8, 2006 is the cups, bowls, and silverware being emptied and put away from a dishwasher.

Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 8 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 8 2006

Finishing the process of maintaining clean eating utensils will cause some variation of 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 August 7, 2006 is someone rubbing their hands together.

Tuesday, August 08, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 7 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 7 2006

Getting excess dirt off your hands? Or are you just a cheap movie bad guy getting ready to perform some evil scheme? Mwaaahahahhaha! Either way, you'll be making 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 August 6, 2006 is someone playing (or rather, slapping) a vibraslap. If you've always wondered what kind of instrument made that sound, check out the Wikipedia entry on the vibraslap.

Monday, August 07, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 6 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 6 2006

Playing in a Brazilian rhythm combo or just having fun slapping percussive instruments might produce the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today.

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The Sound of the Day for August 5, 2006 is someone demonstrating two different speeds of a handheld hair dryer.

Sunday, August 06, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 5 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 5 2006

Getting ready for the day, many people make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. You can't leave home with a wet head, now can you?

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 August 4, 2006 is a small bell-shaped piece of metal being struck by another piece of metal. In this case, they are both small Tibetan bells from a souvenir shop.

Saturday, August 05, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 4 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 4 2006

No, this isn't the beginning of John Lennon's last studio record. The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today can be made by all kinds of daily activities. Don't worry too much about what made this specific Sound, but let us know what kinds of actions you might instigate that would cause this Sound.

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The Sound of the Day for August 3, 2006 is a wooden train whistle being blown a few times.

Friday, August 04, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 3 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 3 2006

Transportation over the years has taken many forms. Enthusiasts of the kind found on tracks might make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today just for fun.

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The Sound of the Day for August 2, 2006 is a piece of aluminum foil being removed from its package and wadded into a ball.

Thursday, August 03, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 2 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 2 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is familiar to anyone with any time spent in the modern kitchen. One of the many methods for wrapping foods, the source of today's Sound has a sharper edge than most.

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The Sound of the Day for August 1, 2006 is someone playing with a small toy fan - first by blowing on it and then by spinning it by hand and then blowing on it once again.

Wednesday, August 02, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 1 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - August 1 2006

Playing around with air and the devices used to harness it for fun might cause the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Even if you're a fan of the show, this one might take you for a spin.

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The Sound of the Day for July 31, 2006 is someone repeatedly using a stapler to thoroughly attach a group of papers.

Tuesday, August 01, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 31 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 31 2006

If you're frustrated in the workplace, or just need to really make sure a collection of papers can't be easily separated, you might make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today.

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The Sound of the Day for July 30, 2006, as correctly guessed by Frungi, is someone brushing their teeth and then rinsing afterward.

Monday, July 31, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 30 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 30 2006

An apple a day just isn't enough. Each and every day (maybe even more than once a day) you should be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today.

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The Sound of the Day for July 29, 2006 is a bottle of fingernail polish with a couple of mixing balls in it being shaken vigorously.

Sunday, July 30, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 29 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 29 2006

Need to paint something? What? You want to paing part of your body? If so, chances are you'll be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today just before you get started.

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 July 28, 2006 is someone swishing mouthwash around the mouth, garlgling, swishing some more, and then spitting it out.

Saturday, July 29, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 28 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 28 2006

Got a date? Maybe you're just avoiding the dreaded gum disease Gingivitus! Either way, the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is evidence of someone with good oral habits.

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 July 27, 2006 is a collection of moving boxes being moved around and looked through.

Friday, July 28, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 27 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 27 2006

Looking for something in a stuffed garage or closet? Maybe you're just getting ready to move. Either way, you'll certainly be making 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 July 26, 2006 is a deck of playing cards being shuffled and delt.

Thursday, July 27, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 26 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 26 2006

Getting ready to play a friendly (or maybe not so friendly) ancient game of chance with high-stakes? You might be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Winning this game can be quite a deal. What could it be?

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 July 25, 2006 is a match being lit in order to light a sparkler (i.e. a type of firework).

Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 25 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 25 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today can be heard most frequently around public celebrations. In the US, it's common around the 4th of July and January 1st. What time of year do you usually hear this Sound?

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The Sound of the Day for July 24, 2006 is someone putting on their socks and shoes.

Tuesday, July 25, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 24 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 24 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is one of those that many people make more than once every single day of their post-infant lives. Some people skip portions of this Sound each time around, and that's fine, but make sure you make some variant of this Sound regularly or your feet might protest.

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The Sound of the Day for July 23, 2006 is a television being turned on after sitting unused for a while. Then it's turned off and back on and off again.

Monday, July 24, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 23 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 23 2006

Gotta get your fix of passive entertainment? Then you'll definitely be hearing the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. The main difference between today's Sound and most people's experience with this device is that it usually stays on much longer in the typical modern home.

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 July 22, 2006 is adhesive first aid tape being removed from the roll, ripped to size, placed on the skin, and finally removed.

Sunday, July 23, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 22 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 22 2006

Taking care of small physical injuries can result in the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. The source of today's Sound comes in a roll, but you shouldn't eat it.

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The Sound of the Day for July 21, 2006 is someone rolling a large plastic container, in this case a garbage can, across a cement surface and dropping its resting place until next week.

Saturday, July 22, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 21 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 21 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is heard weekly in many modern cities. It's part of many people's regular cleaning rituals carried out across the world. Hopefully you, or someone in your household makes this (or some similar) Sound every week.

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 July 20, 2006, as correctly guessed by Frungi, is a collection of other worldly sounds that you can freely use for any podcast sci-fi docu-drama you're working on.

Friday, July 21, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 20 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 20 2006

What a smorgasboard of cacophony! Although you might not recognize the exact origin of each of the Sound of the Day podcast sounds for today. Maybe you can guess what kinds of Sounds they are.

If you think you know the nature of today's Sounds, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you!

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The Sound of the Day for July 19, 2006 is someone playing with a YoYo including the sound (in the middle) of having to wind it back up.

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 19 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 19 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today might be made at a competition or at someone's home. It involved spinning and string and plastic these days, but has been around for years. Kids and adults love it too.

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 July 18, 2006 is a large bottle having the cork removed a few times and then someone blowing across the open bottle mouth to produce a tone.

Wednesday, July 19, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 18 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 18 2006

Time to celebrate when you hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today! Or, maybe, by the sounds of the end of today's Sound, the party's already been had. Anyone up for a chorus of Auld Lang Syne?

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 July 17, 2006 is a quarter being spun mightily three times on a cement surface.

Tuesday, July 18, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 17 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 17 2006

Heads up when you hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today! It comes from a game of chance that has been used to make decisions for many centuries and is still used for that very purpose 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 July 16, 2006 is a nighttime chorus of crickets singing to the moon.

Monday, July 17, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 16 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 16 2006

Step outside for a evening's moment in many areas of the world and you'll hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. As a cryptic guess, the source of this Sound has a team sport named after it... and it's not Jai Lai. ;)

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 July 15, 2006, as correctly guessed by Frungi, is a plastic grocery bag being opened and crunched about.

Sunday, July 16, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 15 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 15 2006

Depending on what mode of transport you select for your groceries, you might be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today every time you get home from the store. So which is more environmentally friendly anyway?

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 July 14, 2006 is someone noisily eating an apple.

Saturday, July 15, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 14 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 14 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today might make you hungry (or a little grossed out) and will help keep your tooth doctor at bay. Confused? So are we. :D

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 July 13, 2006 is someone walking through a lawn full of crunchy leaves.

Friday, July 14, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 13 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 13 2006

As the seasons change, you'll definitely be hearing more and more of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you think you know what today's Sound is, walk on over and give us your guess.



The Sound of the Day for July 12, 2006 is a CD/credit card shredder making short work of a DVD.

Thursday, July 13, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 12 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 12 2006

Getting rid of evidence is a sure way to make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. What kind of office equipment might make this Sound? If you know, drop us a line!



The Sound of the Day for July 11, 2006 is a match being struck, lit, and waved back out again.

Wednesday, July 12, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 11 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 11 2006

Lights out? Need some illumination? If so, you'll likely be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Strike up a guess and let us know what you think it is!



The Sound of the Day for July 10, 2006 is a bar or soap being removed from the small cardboard box from whence it was packaged.

Tuesday, July 11, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 10 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 10 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today can be heard when you have run out of the resources needed to lather up in the morning shower. Come on. You know you know what it is. Drop us a line and take a guess.



The Sound of the Day for July 9, 2006 is a dish washer being opened during the wash cycle and a glass being removed before closing it again.

Monday, July 10, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 9 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 9 2006

If you really need to get a drink, but can't wait, the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today will be heard. Have an idea what today's Sound could be? If you think you know, drop us a line and send over your guess. The first person with the right guess will be given credit in tomorrow's post.



The Sound of the Day for July 8, 2006 is an old-fashioned hand buzzer gag being wound up and then released.

Sunday, July 09, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 8 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 8 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today will be familiar to those who have been known to hang around joke shops or play practical jokes. If you think you know what makes this Sound, drop us a line and let us know your guess.



The Sound of the Day for July 7, 2006 is a jaw harp being played using a few different mouth techniques.

Saturday, July 08, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 7 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 7 2006

What kind of silly instrument makes the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today? Even if the Sound it makes is pretty silly, the instrument has been around for many years. Do you have a guess? If so, send it over! We'd love to hear from you.



The Sound of the Day for July 6, 2006 is someone opening and closing a drawer on a roller slide.

Friday, July 07, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 6 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 6 2006

Looking for something? In the modern house, you'll certainly make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today during that effort. If you think you know what today's Sound could be, drop us a line and let us know what you think it is.



The Sound of the Day for July 5, 2006 is a set of church tower bells (one close and one further away) tolling the time in a town square in the Netherlands (but it could be in your town too).

Thursday, July 06, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 5 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 5 2006

Hurry! You might be late. If it hadn't been for the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today you might have never known. If you think you know what today's Sound could be, chime in with your answer.



The Sound of the Day for July 4, 2006 is someone moving around a pet toy (in this case, a cat toy) with a small bell on one end.

Wednesday, July 05, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 4 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 4 2006

Getting a beloved member of your family to interact with you is the goal of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Don't get too frisky, but if you can figure out what this Sound might be, drop us a line and let us know what you think the Sound is.



The Sound of the Day for July 3, 2006 is a jigsaw cutting through a piece of wood.

Tuesday, July 04, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 3 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 3 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is another based on DIY projects. If you need less than a full piece of wood (or other similar materials), you're best off getting the portion you want using the source of today's Sound. Any ideas? If you think you know what it is, let us know!



The Sound of the Day for July 2, 2006 is a pair of metalling nested tools being separated from one another. In this case, it's a smaller screwdriver being removed from the handle of a larger hammer.

Monday, July 03, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 2 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 2 2006

Getting ready to do some handiwork might result in making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Have a guess? If so, knock out an e-mail to us and let us know what it is!



The Sound of the Day for July 1, 2006 is someone whispering. What language is that, anyway?

Saturday, July 01, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 1 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - July 1 2006

Staying quiet while trying to pass on a secret you should probably keep would might cause the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you know what today's Sound could be, pass it on to us.



The Sound of the Day for June 30, 2006 is someone struggling with the cap to an empty plastic bottle, dropping it twice, and finally getting it on.

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 30 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 30 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is a clumsy, but common one. Trying to finish your use of an everyday fluid container might result in this Sound. If you know what it might be, drop us a line and let us know!



The Sound of the Day for June 29, 2006 is four empty glasses being filled with some liquid (in this case water) from a large pitcher.

Friday, June 30, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 29 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 29 2006

So four people are awaiting refreshment? Likely you'll be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you know what today's Sound is, drop us a line and fill us in!



The Sound of the Day for June 28, 2006 is a set of sleigh bells (also known as jingle bells) being shaken.

Thursday, June 29, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 28 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 28 2006

Wait. It's June! How can we be hearing the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today? It's more common in the winter... Oh well, if you have any idea what might be making this Sound, drop us a line and send in your guess.



The Sound of the Day for June 27, 2006 is someone bonking their head on a closing door and groaning in pain afterward. No foley artists were hurt in the making of this podcast.

Wednesday, June 28, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 27 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 27 2006

Nobody want to hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Luckilly the incident wasn't very painful, so it's not all that bad. If you've experienced today's Sound or if you think you know what it is, let us know!



The Sound of the Day for June 26, 2006 is a set of dominoes being taken out of the box, manipulated by hand, and placed back in the box.

Tuesday, June 27, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 26 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 26 2006

Using yesterday's Sound source the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is quite different. What is going on in today's Sound that makes it so different from yesterday? If you think you know, send in your guess.



The Sound of the Day for June 25, 2006 is a collection of lined up dominoes being kocked down by tapping the first dominoe in the set and wathcing the others fall down in succession.

Monday, June 26, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 25 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 25 2006

V for Vendetta fans might recognize this Sound, but the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today has existed for years. If you have a guess about what this Soudn could be, set it up and knock it back down again! We'd love to hear from you.



The Sound of the Day for June 24, 2006 is a couple of people playing foosball (also known as Table Football). If you have no idea what that is, check out the Table Football entry on Wikipedia.

Sunday, June 25, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 24 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 24 2006

It's a game very similar to football (or 'soccer' in the US), but it's not played outside and there are only two people (maybe four) participating. If you've every played, you probably recognize the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you do, drop us a line to let us know what you think it is.



The Sound of the Day for June 23, 2006 is an alarm clock going off waking someone up who seemingly goes right back to sleep.

Saturday, June 24, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 23 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 23 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is very annoying, but also critical for many people every morning. Why do we do these things to ourselves when all we really want is sleep? If you know the answer to this philosophical question or if you know what today's Sound is, drop us a line. We would love to hear from you.



The Sound of the Day for June 22, 2006 is an American Football game being played by two high-school teams in a large local stadium.

Friday, June 23, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 22 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 22 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is All-American. There are similar experiences in every country around the world, but in the US it seems it's a particular and unique event. If you think you know what the Sound is for today, pass your guess over here.



Here is an eloquent description of the Sound of the Day for June 21, 2006 as described by Aaron Ximm (the creator and curator of Quiet American):

"As might be appropriate for marking Father's Day, I've attached a never-before-shared recording from an experience I treasure that features a father and son performing together.

When my wife and I were on our honeymoon in 2000 we visited Burma. This recording was made a day or so before Christmas at the Mandalay intercity bus terminal we arrived into. Amid the late afternoon traffic, a father and young sun were busking in the dirt lot where the buses parked. The father was playing a simple metallophone (or set of resonant metal cups) and his son was playing percussion with a pair of spoons. After I ponied up a tip befitting a "wealthy" foreign tourist, they were happy to play a few songs for my me to enjoy and record, while my wife ran interference chatting with the various (relatively easy-going) friendly touts advertising their hotels."

Thursday, June 22, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 21 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 21 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is very special. It celebrates many things - all of which will be revealed tomorrow. In the mean time, can you guess what instruments were used to create this wonderful tune? If you have a guess, please drop us a line and let us know what it is.

Today's Sound was provided by



The Sound of the Day for June 20, 2006 is an electric typewriter being used to create a memo. Someday we'll capture the Sound of a manual (non-electric) typewriter which is a very different Sound indeed.

Wednesday, June 21, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 20 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 20 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today utilizes some strange ancient technology many of you might not recognize. It predates many modern methods of communication... even e-mail and cellphones. If you think you know what bizarre equipment might make this Sound, drop us a line and let us know what you think it is... and whether you actually seen one of these mystical devices.



The Sound of the Day for June 19, 2006 is a hydraulic torque wrench being used to remove lug nuts from a car tire.

Tuesday, June 20, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 19 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 19 2006

If you were around last year, you heard this fantastic Sound! The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today needs to be heard at regular intervals by everyone who drives a car or other motorized vehicle. Any ideas what might make this Sound? If so, let us know.



The Sound of the Day for June 18, 2006 is someone getting out change, inserting it into a coin-operated vending machine, and purchasing a bag of munchies (in this case animal cookies).

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 19 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 19 2006

If you were around last year, you heard this fantastic Sound! The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today needs to be heard at regular intervals by everyone who drives a car or other motorized vehicle. Any ideas what might make this Sound? If so, let us know.



The Sound of the Day for June 18, 2006 is someone getting out change, inserting it into a coin-operated vending machine, and purchasing a bag of munchies (in this case animal cookies).

Monday, June 19, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 18 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 18 2006

Unfortunately, good nutrition is probably not at the core of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. As long as this isn't a substitute for a healthy meal and doesn't happen with alarming frequency, this Sound is a perfectly good way to avoid hunger pangs. Any idea what is making this Sound? If you know, let us know.



The Sound of the Day for June 17, 2006 is a two-step stepladder being set up, used, and put away.

Sunday, June 18, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 17 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 17 2006

If you need to get up a little higher, but can't safely do it without assistance, the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is just for you! If you have a guess, step up and let us know what you think made this Sound!



The Sound of the Day for June 16, 2006 is a small can of oil being slowly waved back and forth so the oil sloshes around noisily.

Saturday, June 17, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 16 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 16 2006

The tin man would be glad to see you! Can you think of anything that might make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today? If you think you know what it is, tell us your guess. If you're right, we'll let everyone know tomorrow!



The Sound of the Day for June 15, 2006 is a set of keys being removed from a car ignition, the car's brake being set, and the car being closed.

Friday, June 16, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 15 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 15 2006

You've finally arrived! Right after that, many people make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Any idea what process and machine make this Sound? If you do, drop us a line!



The Sound of the Day for June 14, 2006 is a computer starting up.

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 15 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 15 2006

You've finally arrived! Right after that, many people make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Any idea what process and machine make this Sound? If you do, drop us a line!



The Sound of the Day for June 14, 2006 is a computer starting up.

Thursday, June 15, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 14 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 14 2006

Every single day, many people hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. There's a good chance since you listen to this podcast that you hear it with some regularity. Any idea what is causing this Sound? If you can guess what it is, let us know.



The Sound of the Day for June 13, 2006, as correctly guessed by Frungi, is a mouthful of explosive candy (sometimes referred to by a popular brand name Pop Rocks).

Wednesday, June 14, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 13 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 13 2006

What sweet, violent comestible would make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today? I'll bet more of you know the origin of today's Sound than know the definition of the word comestible. If you know either, let us know... we're lost.



The Sound of the Day for June 12, 2006, is a pill bottle being opened, and pill being taken out, and the bottle being closed again.

Tuesday, June 13, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 12 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 12 2006

When you're feeling bad or when some people just need to keep up with your daily routine, the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today will be heard. Make sure you follow the directions on the label and certainly don't overdo this sound. Any guesses? If you think you know what today's Sound is, let us know.



The Sound of the Day for June 11, 2006, is a sink being filled with water, and then a wind up water toy being wound up and released in the water.

Monday, June 12, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 11 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 11 2006

We've had a similar Sound in the past, but this one is actually quite different. The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is an fusion of modern technology, Dihydrogen monoxide, and old toys. Oh, and a lot of fun. Any idea what is going on in today's Sound? If you have a guess, send it in.



The Sound of the Day for June 10, 2006, is a tiny, hand-cranked music box playing Pop Goes the Weasel.

Sunday, June 11, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 10 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 10 2006

Crank it up! Well, in the case of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today you won't have to put in ear plugs to save your hearing. What is going on in today's Sound and what song is being played? If you have an idea, send it in!



The Sound of the Day for June 9, 2006, is a kettle of water coming to a boil in preparation for making tea.

Saturday, June 10, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 9 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 9 2006

Ready for your warm suspension beverage to be prepared? Well according to the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today, so is the equipment used to prepare it. If you know what today's Sound could be, drop us a line and send in your guess.



The Sound of the Day for June 8, 2006, is large truck backing up.

Friday, June 09, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 8 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 8 2006

Watch out! When you hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today, make sure you're not in the wrong place. If you can't think of a guess for today, back up, calm down, and try again. When an idea comes to you, send it in and let us know what you think today's Sound could be.



The Sound of the Day for June 7, 2006, is a metal grinder being used to customize a car hitch before installation.

Thursday, June 08, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 7 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 7 2006

Getting some metallic hardware installed might produce the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Don't grind away too long on that answer, but if you have a guess, send it in. We'd love to hear from you.



The Sound of the Day for June 6, 2006, is scooter starting up, zipping by a couple of times, and coming to a stop.

Wednesday, June 07, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 6 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 6 2006

What is that zipping by? Well, it's the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you know us, you can probably guess what this is without even thinking twice. If you know what it is, drop us a line and submit your guess. The first correct e-mail will produce fame and glory for the sender during tomorrow's post.



The Sound of the Day for June 5, 2006, is a snare drum being tapped in a rhythmic pattern.

Tuesday, June 06, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 5 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 5 2006

Even though, to many Americans, today's Sound might seem more appropriate a month from now, the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is used for more than that. You'll hear this instrument in nearly every piece of modern music. If you can hit upon the right guess, let us know what you think is making today's Sound.



The Sound of the Day for June 4, 2006, as correctly guessed by Frungi, is a pair of scissors cutting through a heavy piece of paper.

Monday, June 05, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 4 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 4 2006

You don't need the whole thing. You only need a very specific part of the paper, but ripping it wouldn't look very professional. If you find a way to get what you want, you'll be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you think you know what today's Sound is, drop us a line and let us know your guess.



The Sound of the Day for June 3, 2006 is a person putting on underarm deodorant. Next time you are standing next to someone on the subway, I'm sure you'll appreciate this Sound.

Sunday, June 04, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 3 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 3 2006

Every morning many people make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today to avoid offending one's chums. Any idea what odoriferous process might make this Sound? If you think you know, drop us a line to tell us what your guess is.



The Sound of the Day for June 2, 2006 is a freight train going by in an urban setting. We tune in just seconds before the caboose goes by.

Friday, June 02, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 2 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 2 2006

If you're hearing the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today, you might either be spotting something or just plain late. Any guesses? If you have one, let us know what it is!



The Sound of the Day for June 1, 2006 is someone having trouble getting the right key to get in the front door, but then unlocking the door and coming in.

Thursday, June 01, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 1 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - June 1 2006

Unless you're expecting a member of the household, the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today might or might not be a welcome Sound indeed. In this case, it was quite welcome. Have any idea what might cause this Sound? If you do, send in your guess. If you guess correctly, you'll get in tomorrow's post!



The Sound of the Day for May 31, 2006 is a shoot out gun (for removing stains) being repeatedly sprayed in your general direction.

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 31 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 31 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today sounds kind of like a few different items, but its made by a very specific artistic tool. If you need to get a lot of art produced in a small amount of time, this tool might be for you. If you know what it is, send in your guess.

BTW: This was an outdoor recording, so the crickets in the background are a free bonus.



The Sound of the Day for May 30, 2006 is a cat taking a bath using his tongue.

Tuesday, May 30, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 30 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 30 2006

Shhhhhh! Listen very closely for the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you make too much noise, not only will you scare away the source of today's Sound, but you won't be able to hear it. If you think you know what it could be, let us know your guess.



The Sound of the Day for May 29, 2006 is a man scratching his beard.

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 29 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 29 2006

If you or someone you know grows one of these, you have probably heard the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. What kind of growth prompts a man to make that sound? If you think you know, tell us your guess to capture a fragment of your 15 minutes of fame during tomorrow's show.



The Sound of the Day for May 28, 2006 is someone speaking like a confused, knuckle-head cartoon character.

Monday, May 29, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 28 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 28 2006

No, it's not a yawn... keep listening. The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is made on TV and sometimes in movies. If you knuckle down and use your head you'll be able to come up with a guess. When you figure this one out, drop us a line.



The Sound of the Day for May 27, 2006 is a toy space gun being fired repeatedly.

Sunday, May 28, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 27 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 27 2006

Time to play pretend... the year is 2128 and you're defending your planet from the evil Zoltira hoards! If you want to be hero, you better start making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today! Any idea what today's Sound could be? If you think you know, drop us a line!



The Sound of the Day for May 26, 2006 is two US quarters being rubbed together.

Friday, May 26, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 26 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 26 2006

Just got paid today... got me a pocket full of exactly what it takes to make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Everyone's heard this Sound at one point or another. Do you know what it is?



The Sound of the Day for May 25, 2006 is an old 78 RPM record being played long after the music has stopped. The record player's needle is just hung in the runout groove as the record continues to spin.

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 25 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 25 2006

Too lazy to get up after the last song's over, eh? These days, that isn't nearly as much of a problem as it was back in the old days. If you just couldn't be bothered 20 or 30 years ago, you might hear the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you know what makes today's Sound, let us know. We would love to hear from you.



The Sound of the Day for May 24, 2006 is a handheld clicking device used to train animals and annoy people. Quite frankly, it probably annoys the animals too.

Thursday, May 25, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 24 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 24 2006

Training man's best friend or just trying to get someone's attention? You might need to make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you know what makes today's Sound, drop us a line and let us know what you think it is.



The Sound of the Day for May 23, 2006 is someone freely giving away kisses... with one especially heatfelt one at the end.

Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 23 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 23 2006

Okay, you don't have to get all mushy with us... we still love you And we'll prove it to you with the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Any vague ideas what this Sound could be?



The Sound of the Day for May 22, 2006 is a pillow (or other sound-absorbent object) being repeated pummeled with punches.

Monday, May 22, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 22 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 22 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today might be familiar to those who are frustrated or need to get out some aggression without hurting anyone. Ever made this Sound. If so, let us know what it is and why you made it.



The Sound of the Day for May 21, 2006 is someone stepping on, back off, and then back on a spring-based scale.

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 21 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 21 2006

People use the results provided by the source of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today to starve themselves, but it's certainly not a good idea. What kind of Sound could have that much power? If you think you know, drop us a line and tell us what you think it is.



The Sound of the Day for May 20, 2006 is someone blowing across the open top of a glass bottle. It also sounds a little like a foghorn.

Sunday, May 21, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 20 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 20 2006

Short and sweet is the overall definition of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Maybe you would hear a different version of this in a thick fog, but today's Sound is often made when people are sitting around with this instrument (if you can call it that) in their hands. Don't blow it... if you know what today's Sound is, let us know!



The Sound of the Day for May 19, 2006 is a woodpecker (most likely a Golden-fronted Woodpecker) pecking away at a telephone pole.

Saturday, May 20, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 19 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 19 2006

There are many sounds in the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today, but there is one dominant sound that shows up a few times. That's the Sound we're focusing on today. What kind of creature makes that Sound? If you know, drop us a line and tell us!



The Sound of the Day for May 18, 2006 is light splashing in a shallow tub of water.

Friday, May 19, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 18 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 18 2006

Where's my towel? If you're asking yourself this question, you might be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today at the same time. Know what today's Sound is? Let us know what you think. We'd love to hear from you.



The Sound of the Day for May 17, 2006 is couple of skin product containers (wide-mouthed plastic jars) being opened and closed.

Thursday, May 18, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 17 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 17 2006

After (or sometimes during) a shower people often make the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Make sure to finish by closing everything back up again or you'll be disappointed tomorrow morning. Do you know what makes this Sound?



The Sound of the Day for May 16, 2006 is a bicycle bell being rung a few times.

Wednesday, May 17, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 16 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 16 2006

Testing everything before going out? Well, then you will be making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Watch out for all the big cars and pollution while your out there. If you come up with an idea of what today's Sound is, let us know!



The Sound of the Day for May 15, 2006 is water being drunk greedily from a tall plastic bottle that was previously filled with filtered water from the tap.

Tuesday, May 16, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 15 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 15 2006

The Sound of the Day podcast sound for today is somewhat an extension of the yesterday's Sound. You must perform some variation of today's Sound regularly in order to stay alive. Maybe you're just not being quite an noisy. If you know what today's Sound is, drop us a line and let us know.



The Sound of the Day for May 14, 2006 is a tall plastic bottle being filled with filtered water from the tap.

Monday, May 15, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 14 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 14 2006

Going out for a day's exercise or just need to hydrate? You could end up making the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. If you know what makes this Sound, let us know.



The Sound of the Day for May 13, 2006 is someone opening up a CD jewel case, removing the art inside, and closing the case.

Sunday, May 14, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 13 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 13 2006

Sometimes the art that comes with the source of the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today simply needs to be changed. Any ideas what makes this Sound? If you know, let us know!



The Sound of the Day for May 12, 2006 is two bricks being scraped together.

Saturday, May 13, 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 12 2006

Sound of the Day Podcast - May 12 2006

If you have worked in or around the construction industry, you've probably heard the Sound of the Day podcast sound for today. Take a load off and let us know if know what could make today's Sound.



The Sound of the Day for May 11, 2006 is someone taking out a sheet of aluminum foil, moving it around, and then wadding it up.