# Sound Engineering on The No Agenda Show Sound Engineering comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2009 to May 2026. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** January 2009 – May 2026 - **Related topics:** [Audio Engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md), [Fcc License](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc-license.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Sound Quality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-quality.md), [Theater Of The Mind](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theater-of-the-mind.md), [Acoustics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acoustics.md), [Audio Processing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-processing.md), [Bob Heil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-heil.md), [Closed Captioning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/closed-captioning.md), [Daily Source Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-source-code.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Ferrari Luce EV, Jony Ive Design - **Episode:** [1872: Lunar Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-28 - **Time:** 1:31:39–1:35:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/ferrari-luce-ev-jony-ive-design.md Ferrari unveils the "Luce," its first all-electric vehicle, designed in collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive. The car features a body made partly of Corning glass and an electronic amplification system to mimic traditional engine sounds. Market analysts express concern that the $640,000 EV may "cheapen" the Ferrari brand, leading to a drop in share prices. Keywords: ferrari luce, [jony ive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jony-ive.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), corning glass, engine sound ### Grateful Dead's "Wall of Sound" and Standing Waves - **Episode:** [1820: Tokyo Rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1820-tokyo-rose.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-27 - **Time:** 2:09:09–2:14:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1820-tokyo-rose/chapter/grateful-dead-s-wall-of-sound-and-standing-waves.md The Grateful Dead's legendary "Wall of Sound" is described as having the ability to create physical "standing waves" in an audience, a phenomenon confirmed by audio engineers. The hosts discuss the physical sensation of these waves and the technical ability to move them through a crowd using specialized gear. Keywords: [grateful dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grateful-dead.md), wall of sound, standing waves, [bob heil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-heil.md), [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md) ### Television Sound Mixing, Closed Captioning Usage - **Episode:** [1159: Showly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1159-showly.md) - **Published:** 2019-08-01 - **Time:** 50:17–53:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1159-showly/chapter/television-sound-mixing-closed-captioning-usage.md The increasing reliance on closed captioning among television viewers is attributed to poor sound mixing in modern productions. Many viewers find that background music and sound effects often drown out actor dialogue. The technical shift to Dolby 5.1 surround sound is identified as a primary cause, as many home setups lack a dedicated center channel for clear speech. Keywords: [sound engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-engineering.md), [closed captioning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/closed-captioning.md), dolby 5.1, [audio processing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-processing.md), [television production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-production.md) ### Public Speaking Sound Engineering, Audio Delay Systems - **Episode:** [894: Ash for Cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/894-ash-for-cash.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-12 - **Time:** 12:34–14:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/894-ash-for-cash/chapter/public-speaking-sound-engineering-audio-delay-systems.md Professional speech setups often utilize complex speaker arrays with calculated time delays to match the speed of sound, approximately 768 miles per hour. This engineering prevents echoes in large arenas and provides the speaker with a powerful, clear vocal presence often described as the "voice of God." Keywords: [sound engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-engineering.md), [public speaking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-speaking.md), audio delay, speed of sound, [acoustics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acoustics.md) ### Misophonia and Podcast Audio Quality - **Episode:** [884: Lane Splitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/884-lane-splitter.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-08 - **Time:** 2:11:30–2:18:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/884-lane-splitter/chapter/misophonia-and-podcast-audio-quality.md A listener describes suffering from misophonia, a condition where specific sounds like lip smacking or chewing trigger intense negative emotions. The listener praises the No Agenda show for its high audio quality, contrasting it with other popular podcasts where mouth noises are clearly audible. The hosts discuss the technical aspects of filtering out high-frequency "trigger" sounds. Keywords: misophonia, [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md), [sound quality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-quality.md), lip smacking, selective sound sensitivity, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Radio Philosophy, Theater of the Mind and MIT Sound Studies - **Episode:** [850: 200.8 Re-Redux](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/850-200-8-re-redux.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-12 - **Time:** 55:48–59:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/850-200-8-re-redux/chapter/radio-philosophy-theater-of-the-mind-and-mit-sound-studies.md Both hosts express a deep-seated love for radio as a "theater of the mind" that requires no visual preparation. They discuss the importance of high-quality audio, citing an MIT Media Lab study which found that viewers perceive a television picture as being higher quality if the accompanying sound is superior. Dvorak recalls his time as a "hero" to sound engineers at TechTV for advocating for better microphones and audio processing. Keywords: [theater of the mind](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theater-of-the-mind.md), [fcc license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc-license.md), [mit media lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit-media-lab.md), dolby, [sound engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-engineering.md) ### Technical Difficulties, Pilot Licenses, Knighting Ceremony - **Episode:** [785: Hispandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/785-hispandering.md) - **Published:** 2015-12-27 - **Time:** 2:46:48–2:50:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/785-hispandering/chapter/technical-difficulties-pilot-licenses-knighting-ceremony.md The hosts deal with minor technical issues regarding microphone levels and "dog biscuits." They discuss the Willamette Valley in Oregon, noting its reputation for Pinot Noir and its history as a location for flight training. A final knighting ceremony is held for the day's top donors, officially welcoming them to the "No Agenda Round Table." Keywords: [sound engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-engineering.md), [willamette valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/willamette-valley.md), [pinot noir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pinot-noir.md), [pilot license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pilot-license.md), [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md) ### Automotive Sound Engineering, Fake Engine Noise - **Episode:** [691: Ten Minute Timer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/691-ten-minute-timer.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-29 - **Time:** 1:17:55–1:23:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/691-ten-minute-timer/chapter/automotive-sound-engineering-fake-engine-noise.md A professional automotive builder provides insight into why modern car manufacturers like Porsche, BMW, and Ford pump artificial engine sounds into cabins. The practice is attributed to heavy sound-deadening materials that make modern engines too quiet for performance enthusiasts. The discussion also covers noise-canceling muffler technology and the history of audio engineering in cars. Keywords: [oem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oem.md), engine sound, ford mustang, harman international, sound deadening ### Radio Craft and the Importance of Sound Quality - **Episode:** [425: Understanding No Agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/425-understanding-no-agenda.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-12 - **Time:** 16:48–22:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/425-understanding-no-agenda/chapter/radio-craft-and-the-importance-of-sound-quality.md The discussion shifts to the technical aspects of radio production and the "theater of the mind." Dvorak recounts his time at TechTV's Silicon Spin, where he advocated for better sound engineering, citing MIT Media Lab studies that link high-quality audio to perceived picture quality. Curry explains his use of noise gates and compression to create a professional "custom sound" despite the limitations of Skype. 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