Fighting noise - a nonoise podcast

Julien Van Hoeylandt

noise is the Co2 of tomorrow. A rising issue of our society with dramatic consequences for our health and our performance. Mobility, Manufacturing, Construction or social life are the verticals where most people and wildlife are harmed. But there are solutions. A lot of people fight against noise to offer everyone a more quiet public space. Innovators and founders, experts and scientists, and investors. This podcast will offer you a great panel of these people to understand the problem of noise and create awareness around innovative solutions. Please share this podcast with anyone having already mentioned the problem of noise. Together, we will be stronger... fighting noise.

  1. EEA’s Noise Pollution Report 2025 – Why Europe Must Act Now

    11/24/2025

    EEA’s Noise Pollution Report 2025 – Why Europe Must Act Now

    Download the EEA's report here: https://tinyurl.com/noisereport2025 In this episode of Fighting Noise, host Julien speaks with Dr. Eulalia Peris, senior expert at the European Environment Agency (EEA) and lead author of the EEA’s June 2025 report on environmental noise pollution in Europe. The EEA’s latest data reveals that over 100 million Europeans are exposed to harmful transport noise, contributing to more than 1.3 million lost healthy life years every year. Yet noise remains one of the most underestimated public health risks in Europe. Eulalia explains why current EU thresholds are outdated, how noise silently impacts cardiovascular health, and what role data transparency, source control, and political will must play in future regulations. The episode explores the Environmental Noise Directive (END), the Zero Pollution Action Plan, and why each €1 invested in noise reduction delivers €10 in social benefit. A rare and important perspective from inside Europe’s environmental data institution — and a must-listen for policymakers, innovators, and citizens pushing for a healthier sonic future.

    51 min
  2. Designing the Sound of the City – with Grant L. Waters (Tranquil City)

    07/23/2025

    Designing the Sound of the City – with Grant L. Waters (Tranquil City)

    🎙️ Description In this episode of Fighting Noise, host Julien speaks with Grant L. Waters, acoustic consultant and co-founder of Tranquil City, about rethinking how cities should sound — not just reducing noise, but designing urban soundscapes that enhance wellbeing. They discuss the creation of an acoustic alert system for London’s iconic electric buses, the balance between audibility and comfort, and how greenery and natural sounds can psychologically reshape how we perceive noise. Grant also explores how urban design can embrace sound as a factor of resilience, identity, and inclusivity. This episode invites you to hear the city differently.

    44 min
  3. Controlling Sound with Metamaterials – Luca d’Alessandro (Phononic Vibes)

    07/15/2025

    Controlling Sound with Metamaterials – Luca d’Alessandro (Phononic Vibes)

    In this episode of Fighting Noise, host Julien welcomes Luca d’Alessandro, CEO and co-founder of Phononic Vibes—a deeptech startup transforming the way we tackle noise and vibration through metamaterials. We explore: • what metamaterials really are (hint: it’s not just marketing), • how Phononic Vibes grew from lab to 10M€+ revenue in a hardware space, • why working with giants like Deutsche Bahn helped—but didn’t define—their path, • and how acoustic innovation can finally scale, even without regulation pushing it. Luca shares insights on team building, business models, break-even moments, and why educating the market still matters more than crushing competitors. If you ever wondered whether sound can be designed, this episode is for you.

    38 min

  4. 07/08/2025

    Incidents acoustiques : le risque caché des communications tel ou visio - avec Hubert Chartin (Wavetel)

    Dans cet épisode, Julien échange avec Hubert Chartin, fondateur de Wavetel, sur un sujet encore trop méconnu : les incidents acoustiques dans les communications numériques. Ce sont des pics sonores brefs mais puissants, souvent imperceptibles, qui peuvent causer fatigue auditive, inconfort ou troubles plus durables, en particulier pour les professionnels exposés : agents de centre d’appels, télétravailleurs sur Teams, etc. Hubert explique comment ces événements se produisent, pourquoi ils passent inaperçus dans les audits classiques, et comment l’IA permet de les détecter et les prévenir à grande échelle. Il partage aussi son retour d’expérience terrain, les réponses techniques (WatchGuard), et l’enjeu de sensibilisation dans un monde où “le son est devenu un flux invisible”.

    38 min
  5. Is this the most sustainable Acoustic Absorber ever made?

    07/02/2025

    Is this the most sustainable Acoustic Absorber ever made?

    In this episode of Fighting Noise, host Julien interviews Helge Schritt, co-founder and CEO of MycoLutions, a Hamburg-based startup growing sustainable acoustic panels from mycelium and agricultural waste. They discuss why noise pollution matters, the unique properties of mycelium as a sound-absorbing material, and the challenges of bringing circular, toxin-free products to market. Helge explains how MycoLutions targets offices and restaurants, their ambitions to scale production, and the startup’s mission to improve indoor air quality while reducing noise. He also shares insights on funding hurdles, market timing, and the potential for mycelium in thermal insulation.

    26 min
  6. How Saint-Gobain Designs for Real Acoustic Comfort

    06/24/2025

    How Saint-Gobain Designs for Real Acoustic Comfort

    In this episode of Fighting Noise, host Julien welcomes Karel Sedlacek, International Product Manager and Building Science Expert at Saint-Gobain, to discuss the role of acoustics in building design and sustainability. Karel shares how Saint-Gobain approaches acoustic comfort as a critical part of overall performance, from material innovation and multi-layer construction to VR-powered simulation tools. They cover the limits of regulation, the knowledge gap in architectural training, the rise of lightweight solutions, and what best practices can be applied even on a budget. Whether you’re designing an office or renting an apartment, this episode offers science-based insights and concrete recommendations for quieter, healthier spaces.

    42 min
  7. Designing Soundscape or how to simulate Sound Before It Exists

    06/17/2025

    Designing Soundscape or how to simulate Sound Before It Exists

    In this episode of Fighting Noise, host Julien speaks with Finnur Pind, CEO of Treble Technologies, about the innovative approaches to sound design and noise pollution. Finnur shares his journey from musician to physicist and entrepreneur, discussing the importance of sound simulation in various industries, including architecture, automotive, and consumer electronics. The conversation delves into the challenges of addressing sound in design, the capabilities of Treble Technologies, and the broader implications of noise pollution on health and well-being. Finnur emphasizes the need for better soundscapes and the potential of technology to transform how we experience sound in our environments.

    38 min
  8. Lärmschutz, Innovation und Bahn: Wie die DB Bahnbau Gruppe neue Wege geht

    06/11/2025

    Lärmschutz, Innovation und Bahn: Wie die DB Bahnbau Gruppe neue Wege geht

    In dieser spannenden Episode von Fighting Noise - a nonoise Podcast, spricht Julien mit Benno Hacker, Teamleiter für Akustik bei der DB Bahnbau Gruppe, einer 100%igen Tochtergesellschaft der Deutschen Bahn. Gemeinsam beleuchten sie die größten Herausforderungen und Lösungen rund um Lärmschutz im Schienenverkehr – von gesellschaftlicher Akzeptanz über psychoakustische Effekte bis hin zu innovativen Produktentwicklungen wie dem MetaWindow: einer weltweit einzigartigen, transparenten und hochabsorbierenden Lärmschutzwand. 🎙 Themen: - Wie Lärmschutzmaßnahmen die Infrastruktur und das Stadtbild beeinflussen - Psychoakustik: Warum subjektive Wahrnehmung so wichtig ist - Die Rolle von Innovation, Startups und Partnerschaften bei DB - Herausforderungen im Bahnbaubereich: von Genehmigung bis Umsetzung - Internationale Vergleiche und Förderprogramme im Lärmschutz Diese Folge ist ein Muss für alle, die sich für Mobilität, Infrastruktur, Innovation und natürlich: eine leisere Welt interessieren.

    52 min
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noise is the Co2 of tomorrow. A rising issue of our society with dramatic consequences for our health and our performance. Mobility, Manufacturing, Construction or social life are the verticals where most people and wildlife are harmed. But there are solutions. A lot of people fight against noise to offer everyone a more quiet public space. Innovators and founders, experts and scientists, and investors. This podcast will offer you a great panel of these people to understand the problem of noise and create awareness around innovative solutions. Please share this podcast with anyone having already mentioned the problem of noise. Together, we will be stronger... fighting noise.

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