Byrne discusses the extensive research and attention to detail required to accurately recreate the sounds of the Auschwitz concentration camp in 1943, making historical accuracy a key topic.
The podcast episodes discussed focus on the importance of historical accuracy and authenticity in various genres and mediums, including literature, film, and television.
For example, in the episode 'Erik Larson (historical author)', the guest discusses his approach to writing historical non-fiction and the efforts he makes to capture the true essence of the events and figures he portrays. Similarly, the episode 'Fact Checking the Supreme Court' examines the potential for inaccuracies in the court's reliance on historical facts and traditions.
Other episodes, such as 'The Sound of Cruelty' and 'Entering the 3 Body Problem world & China's Cultural Revolution', highlight the importance of meticulous research and attention to detail in recreating historical settings and events accurately, whether through sound design or incorporating the insights of historians.