3 chapters across the catalog
Grateful Dead's "Wall of Sound" and Standing Waves
The Grateful Dead's legendary "Wall of Sound" is described as having the ability to create physical "standing waves" in an audience, a phenomenon confirmed by audio engineers. The hosts discuss the physical sensation of these waves and the technical ability to move them through a crowd using specialized gear.
Bob Heil, founder of Heil Sound and a pioneer in live sound for bands like the Grateful Dead and The Who, has passed away at age 83. In other news, reports indicate that the chemical chlormequat, found in oat products like Cheerios, enters the food supply via a plant growth regulator called "Manipulator."
Upcoming Interviews, John Sculley and Bob Heil
The hosts preview upcoming special segments, including an interview with former Apple CEO John Sculley. They also mention a conversation with Bob Heil of Heil Sound, who is credited with inventing modern large-scale stage sound systems. These interviews are part of a special "vacation" programming block.
