29: Acoustic Body

It’s the stethoscope and the sampler as Mike leads us through “the alien nature of [our] own interiors.” In this journey into the sounds of the body, he explores the work of corporeal sonification as music, as well the history and meaning of sounds in medicine. There are lots of sound puns that are sure to resonate (HA!), and the pleasure of hearing Mike work his way through European names of the 19th century. Also the word “auscultation.” Music Intro: My Body by Perfume Genius from Too Bright Break 1: Suddenly by Herbert from Bodily Functions Break 2: Lipostudio by Matmos from A Chance to Cut Is a Chance to Cure