Memories Through Sound

Almost everyone thinks hearing their laugh is a terrible sound, but not everyone's sister thinks its a fake laugh (and hates it too.) Produced by Adina Karp three Wishes by Declan DP https://soundcloud.com/declandp Licensing Agreement: http://declandp.info/music-licensing Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/three-wishes Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/wVEywvtb0pk

This is a rough time, but I'm trying to find comfort in the things that are familiar to me: suitcases, garbage bags, and cardboard boxes. But how can you find familiarity in chaos when the current chaos of the world is so tragic, so broad, and so all-consuming? Written and recorded by Bonnie Christilaw. Cover image by Bonnie Christilaw

Lorenz Alexander discusses their experience of being disabled during quarantine from their basement. Lorenz suffers from Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, a genetic disease causing weakness in connective tissue throughout the body. This often results in severe muscle stiffness and a lack of physical strength, frequently causing severe pain. Lorenz reflects on the different times they were in the basement wi...

Where does the teenage mind go when one is trapped with their parents? What do teenagers do to cope with being trapped inside a house with their parents? Car thoughts explores what kinds of emotions and questions you have when their is too much time to think during a pandemic. Created by Justin Rai Car door sound provided by Volvo Cover image by stuff.co.nz

An audio diary of life in isolation, told through memories of growing up in New York City.  Created and Produced by Zoë Van Tieghem. Music: New York, New York by Kander and Ebb, performed by Frank Sinatra, Islands by Sara Bareilles 

The ocean has played a big role in my life and it's something that feels quite foreign to New York City. I draw on nostalgia and the present. Produced By Grant Kessler

Description: In 1997 in a garage in Ohio, a man started a business. Over 20 years later, it's flourished into something larger and more meaningful than he could have ever imagined. Produced By Maura Rubinic

A sound narrative about participating in Ethiopian weddings. As a child I was put into many family weddings almost 2-3 times a year. I would travel around the North East Coast of the US, or sometimes go to Ethiopia for these weddings. I want to discuss the active sounds of an Ethiopian wedding, and emphasize how overwhelmed I felt in such a large family. Produced By Yasmin Salih

A story about the experience of spending 10 days in silence at a meditation in retreat, "From Silence: Godspeed" follows narrator Satya Hariharan's thoughts and experiences at Dhamma Setu Meditation Centre outside of Chennai India in 2016. As airplanes flew over head many times a day, the one bit of sensory output from the outside led to certain recurring thoughts and sounds in my mind. Produced B...

In Montana and Brooklyn alike, the sounds of trains are an important part of the aural environment. This is a sound-based memory about growing up near trains, and hearing the noises the trains made as they passed through the landscape. Produced By Oscar Fossum Photo from romaniamissions on Pixa.

The buzzing sound cicadas make have a special meaning for me. Everytime I hear this sound, it reminds me of the guilt-free, care-free days of my childhood. A period in my life which I will always miss. Produced By Omer Soylemez

The game Rock Band was one of the defining aspects of my childhood. I revisit memories of staying up all night with my dad and reflecting on what it means to be carefree, childlike, and in love with music. Produced By Charis Huling

What happens when you broke your arm? What happens everywhere around you tells you then you’re fine? Find out about what happen to me, Sara Murphy, the summer of 2012. Produced By Sara Murphy

“Hey, Siri?” Is a sound memory reflecting upon the experience of growing up in a multi-lingual environment. From direct translations to the untranslatables, this feature recalls memories of a polyglot and finding home in languages. Music Source: https://www.bensound.com/

Gray Catbirds are some of the loudest pint-sized creatures in North America. And their calls are growing silent.

Produced by Eden Turner

Produced by Kaylin Using laughter to work through my memories and mental health. Music: The Lung by Hiatus Kaiyote 2 Seater by Tyler the Creator LoFi Type Beat https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7e2NEJTpBY Never Catch Me by Flying Lotus

Not a lot of people my age know Taiwanese songs from the 80s and 90s. They are considered "the old people" songs. So how come I know them? Let's find out! Produced by Jennifer Lu

Produced by Jackson Pacheco Music Credits Permitted by Fair Use: Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Software - Island Sunrise For Your Precious...

Sasha Berliner introduces and ruminates on the vibraphone, a poignant sound memory of her upbringing and embracing a career as a musician.

Uncovering the truth behind silence by recalling the first time I heard John Cage's 4'33. Produced by Dave McVeigh

Ryan Natsis describes the first time they came into contact with the ASMR phenomenon- and how it changed the way they relax ever since. Music excerpt: “Secrets” - Astron

This sound memory is about the first time I experienced an asthma attack. While spending a summer with my grandma in the Dominican Republic I got my hands on what I thought was a bucket of water; causing me to wake up in the middle of the night to a sound and a feeling I had never experienced before. I hope you guys enjoy! Feedback is always welcome, thank you so much for listening! Produced by Mi...

A personal narrative that explores the pain that follows great tragedy. My hope is to guide the listener through a dialogue with death, how can we find light in the darkness? Special thanks to my friends who provided me with the beautiful music, Woodson Black and Eli Zevin. Song Info: Haux - Sister Sea of Love cover - Eli Zevin

An episode that explores how the simplest of sounds can come to take on meaning of their own. Producer Henry O'Reilly explores the impact of his mother's wrist bangles on himself and his siblings in this mockumentary report.