Stuff You Should Know Noise Pollution: Arrrgh!
Oct 14, 2021
Ever felt your blood pressure spike from a noisy leaf blower? Dive into the amusing yet alarming world of noise pollution, where the speakers explore its health impacts and the subjective nature of what we call 'noise.' From industrial sounds to the everyday chatter of our lives, they reveal how constant noise can lead to stress and chronic diseases. Plus, learn about its surprising effects on wildlife, including the behavior changes seen during the pandemic. It's a wake-up call for both humans and the environment!
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Josh's Math Troubles
- After 14 years of podcasting, Josh Clark forgot how to add 6 + 7.
- This brain lapse, and his daughter's bedtime math questions, amused Chuck Bryant.
Typo Turns Band Name
- Chuck Bryant playfully teases Josh Clark for misspelling "noise pollution" as "noi polushon".
- They joke about it sounding like a heavy metal band name.
Decibels Explained
- A decibel (dB) is a tenth of a bel (named after Alexander Graham Bell).
- Humans can detect a 1 dB difference, the smallest detectable change.