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The History of Muzak and Background Music
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01:43 - 07:37 (05:54)

This episode discusses the history and impact of Muzak, also known as background music or elevator music, on our everyday lives and the emotions it evokes. It touches on the effectiveness of this type of music and the commercial industry surrounding it.

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The Talking Heads' music style ranged from art rock to world music, easy listening to kraut rock, and not necessarily confined to rock and roll.
01:43 - 03:18 (01:35)
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Talking Heads
Summary

The Talking Heads' music style ranged from art rock to world music, easy listening to kraut rock, and not necessarily confined to rock and roll.

Chapter
The History of Muzak and Background Music
Episode
Muzak: Easy Listening Goodness
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
Muzak music or elevator music has a unique ability to tap into a part of our brain that produces good feelings without requiring conscious thought.
03:18 - 05:34 (02:15)
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Muzak
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Muzak music or elevator music has a unique ability to tap into a part of our brain that produces good feelings without requiring conscious thought. It serves as an excellent background music in certain circumstances.

Chapter
The History of Muzak and Background Music
Episode
Muzak: Easy Listening Goodness
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
In this episode, the hosts discuss the use of repetition and pattern in movies and how it affects the audience's experience.
05:34 - 07:37 (02:03)
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movies
Summary

In this episode, the hosts discuss the use of repetition and pattern in movies and how it affects the audience's experience.

Chapter
The History of Muzak and Background Music
Episode
Muzak: Easy Listening Goodness
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know