Science FridayWhy do sports announcers talk like that?

400-Hertz Goal Roar Explained

7:19–8:35 · 76s

Dr. Fridland reveals studies showing male announcers jump from a typical 100–150 Hz pitch up to an astonishing 400 Hz at the climax of play-by-play calls, unpacking why that sonic spike heightens excitement.

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