Brains On! Science podcast for kids Whirr. Zoom! Plink plink. It’s a Mystery Sound extravaganza
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Dec 31, 2024 Shelley Roden, an award-winning Foley artist at Skywalker Sound known for her work in films like Guardians of the Galaxy, shares her insights into the art of sound effects. The hosts delve into the creative techniques used in Foley, showcasing how everyday objects can produce incredible sounds. They engage listeners with a fun mystery sound guessing game, and personal anecdotes make the experience delightful. It's a vibrant exploration of sound, creativity, and the magic behind the audio in movies, encouraging young listeners to engage their own imaginations.
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Bob's Mixed-Up Mystery Sounds
- Bob drops jars containing mystery sounds and mixes up the lids.
- Molly and Violet help Bob identify the sounds and match the correct lids.
Pre-Extravaganza Sound Challenge
- Violet successfully identifies three mystery sounds: grinding pepper, clipping toenails, and a fireplace crackling.
- This serves as a warm-up for the main mystery sound extravaganza.
Gondola Ride Mystery
- The first mystery sound in the extravaganza is a gondola ride.
- Violet initially guesses a motor or grinder, then a hydroelectric plant, before the answer is revealed.