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May 12
Data centers impact nearby communities with audible noise 24/7. But they also emit "infrasound" -- noise that isn't picked up on most decibel meters, but can be felt as vibration by humans and animals. tomshardware.com/tech-indust…
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Feb 21
This YouTuber took noise measurements near several data centers and analyzed the results, then performed experiments on a test group using infrasound to monitor human responses to very low-frequency noise. youtube.com/watch?v=_bP80DEA…
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Jan 21
We've put together our annual list of media articles and research on noise issues, which is always a work in progress and admittedly incomplete. soundproofist.com/yjo0
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Jan 10
This community in Georgia had a moratorium on new data centers until 2026. One concern: local government could raise the maximum noise limits and impact residents. youtube.com/shorts/cdYEXxNk2…
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30 Oct 2025
Deeply saddened by the passing of the brilliant Dr. Arline Bronzaft: researcher, problem-solver, mentor, noise activist, friend, podcast guest ("Ask Arline"), and so much more. grownyc.org/blog/grownyc-rem…
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24 Aug 2025
Learn how a young entrepreneur turned his unexpected hearing loss into a goal to create better acoustics for public spaces and events in this episode of Soundproofist: buzzsprout.com/513823/episod…
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6 Jun 2025
Noise reduction should NOT be harmful to people or wildlife. Read this story about tourists spraying poison on frogs: english.elpais.com/climate/2…
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1 May 2025
April 30 is International Noise Awareness Day. But you should be aware of the impact of noise on your ears and health every day. Start by testing your hearing with one of the free noise apps shown here: youtube.com/watch?v=2IWzlxoh…
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2 Apr 2025
Cate Blanchett talks about the torment of leaf blowers: instagram.com/p/DHJBSrVun_u/
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18 Jan 2025
Remember the soundtrack in "Twin Peaks"? @asoundeffect published a close look at how brilliantly David Lynch used sound in his films. asoundeffect.com/david-lynch…
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31 Dec 2024
This blog post from author Bryant McGill examines the field of neuroacoustics and how auditory stimuli could potentially enhance cognition and health. bryantmcgill.blogspot.com/20…
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17 Oct 2024
A nature recordist captures the difference in sound between the flapping wings of a pigeon, a peregrine falcon, and a barn owl. youtube.com/shorts/2Absqb0h-…
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16 Aug 2024
New, modern noise nuisance: these empty, driverless Waymo cars wake up San Francisco residents in the middle of the night by honking pointlessly at each other. youtube.com/watch?v=WGwVnVr9…
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15 Aug 2024
This is a fascinating video from @veritasium on how "audio illusions" created through overtones and harmonics can trick your ears. youtube.com/watch?v=Sn07AMCf…
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17 May 2024
Worse than leafblowers -- I can't understand why most restaurants are so intentionally loud and jarring. If you feel the same way, don't miss this episode of @Gastropodcast.
15 May 2024
It was so much fun to talk with @Gastropodcast about a subject near and dear to my heart
If you've ever wondered why restaurants are so damn loud, @nicolatwilley @cagraber have just the pod for you
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27 Apr 2024
Until 30 April, you can support @QuietComm by streaming this new documentary about citizens fighting against increasing noise in unlikely locales: "The Quietest Year." The film is just under 90 mins. watch.showandtell.film/watch…
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27 Mar 2024
If you live in Toronto, you might already know about "No More Noise Toronto." If you don't, learn how Ingrid Buday uses data to influence legislators and reduce noise pollution in this episode of Soundproofist. buzzsprout.com/513823/147237…
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15 Mar 2024
International Noise Awareness Day is next month, and @QuietComm will screen a new documentary called "The Quietest Year" about the harmful impact of noise. The screening is free to Quiet Communities members, $15 for non-members. youtube.com/watch?v=_ZKtrN2Z…
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2 Mar 2024
The community in Cranston, Rhode Island isn't the only one that's impacted by gunfire noise from a police shooting range. It's happening in Lincoln Heights, Ohio too. #noisepollution washingtonpost.com/nation/in…
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2 Mar 2024
Sunday, 3 March, is World Hearing Day. A key message: "Globally, over 80% of ear and hearing care needs remain unmet." who.int/campaigns/world-hear…
World Hearing Day 2024
Changing mindsets: Let’s make ear and hearing care a reality for all!
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