

MBP #166 Benn Jordan
Mar 6, 2025
Benn Jordan, a trailblazing composer and YouTuber, is a strong advocate for independent artists battling against the tech industry. He discusses his journey in reclaiming music rights from labels, and his role in shaping ethical standards in AI audio technology. The conversation dives into the challenges facing today’s musicians from monopolistic streaming services, the evolving nature of music distribution, and the impact of social media on artists. With a focus on innovation, he envisions music albums as dynamic entities rather than static products.
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Sonic Disruptor
- Benn Jordan showed Mr. Bill a small box with a speaker array that emits ultrasonic frequencies.
- It overloads microphones, making recording impossible, a potential security tool.
How the Disruptor Works
- Benn Jordan explains that the sonic disruptor works by overloading microphones with ultrasonic frequencies.
- Microphones detect these inaudible frequencies, but the excessive pressure causes distortion.
Seismology and Earth's Composition
- Scientists study earthquakes (S and P waves) to understand Earth's interior.
- By comparing wave behavior with lab results on known materials, they infer composition.