Mac Haygood

Mack Haygood, a Professor at Miami University and author of Hush: Media and Sonic Self-Control, dives into the booming world of white noise. He explores the psychological motivations behind our growing dependence on these soothing sounds in a multi-billion dollar industry. Listeners discover the fascinating evolution of sound management and the transformative power of ambient noise. Haygood also discusses the history of noise machines and how our relationship with sound has shifted to embrace new auditory experiences.