The Hearing Matters Podcast: Hearing Aids, Hearing Technology and Tinnitus

Send us Fan Mail Imagine discovering that a simple misdiagnosis dramatically shaped your early years. That's exactly what happened to Dr. Mark Campbell-Foster, our guest and Director of Audiology Sales and Marketing at Redux. Mark takes us through his journey from a childhood misinterpreted as developmental delays to the revelation of his hearing loss at Children's Hospital Boston—a turn...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how to transform your hearing care practice with insights from Blaise Delfino, as we promise to reveal the keys to reducing hearing aid return rates drastically. Blaise opens up about his journey to achieving a return rate of less than 1%, sharing strategies that focus on enhancing patient satisfaction and making hearing aids financially accessible. By refining patient in...

Send us Fan Mail How can audiology transform healthcare even when hearing loss isn't the primary concern? Join us as we uncover this and more with Dr. Lori Zitelli, audiology manager and adjunct instructor at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Zitelli shares her expert insights on the groundbreaking field of interventional audiology and the pivotal role it plays in identifying undiagnosed hear...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dr. David Fabry , Chief Hearing Health Officer at Starkey , as we explore the groundbreaking innovations in hearing aid technology. Discover how advancements in machine learning and deep neural networks are transforming these devices from manual tools into intelligent systems that automatically adjust to any acoustic environment, enhanci...

Send us Fan Mail Brandon Sawalich , President and CEO of Starkey , joins us to share his incredible journey both on the professional front and in his personal life. The conversation brings to light the pride he feels for his son William's progress in the NASCAR Xfinity Series —a journey fueled by discipline and dedication. Brandon also opens up about the profound impact of Starkey's foun...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the truth about in-ear monitors (IEMs) with our acclaimed guest, Dr. Melissa Heche, as she dispels common myths and shares her vast expertise in audiology and sound engineering. You'll gain invaluable insights into why these devices, while excellent for sound isolation, are not standalone hearing protection. Dr. Heche, along with industry experts Blaise Delfino and D...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative power of Starkey Edge AI hearing aids, as audiology veteran Dr. Douglas L. Beck joins us to share his revolutionary experience with this cutting-edge technology. With over four decades in the field, Dr. Beck's firsthand account of how these hearing aids leverage deep neural networks to enhance sound clarity, especially in noisy environments, offers...

Send us Fan Mail First and foremost, a special thank you to Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai ! Be sure to check out "Your Brain On..." podcast. We're excited to re-release their original work "Your Brain On: Hearing Loss". Unlock the secrets to preserving cognitive health with the insights from esteemed experts like Dr. Kristin Barry , Dr. Frank Lin , and Dr. Douglas Beck . Di...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hearing Matters podcast, host Blaise Delfino speaks with Joel Lockwood, president of Sycle , about his extensive experience in the technology sector and the evolution of hearing care. They discuss the importance of understanding hearing loss metrics, the introduction of the ' hearing number ' as a universal metric for hearing health, and the role o...

Send us Fan Mail How can the modernization of audiology transform patient care and professional practice? Join us as we welcome Dr. Alicia Spoor, president of Designer Audiology, who shares her inspiring journey and insights into the ever-evolving field of audiology. From her educational experiences to the influence of mentors like Dr. Craig Johnson, Dr. Spoor sheds light on the significant advanc...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the mysteries behind dizziness, vertigo, and lightheadedness with renowned experts Dr. Douglas Beck and Dr. Joseph Sakumura. Join us as we explore how the different sensations of movement can reveal underlying vestibular disorders. Dr. Sakumura details the critical role of nystagmus in differential diagnosis, guiding us through the nuanced process of identifying whether a v...

Send us Fan Mail Can Apple's AirPods Pro 2 truly compete with traditional prescription hearing aids?  In this episode of the Hearing Matters Podcast, we offer an in-depth look into the FDA approved Apple AirPods Pro 2 as potential over-the-counter hearing aids. We address the technical differences, including latency issues, fit, battery life, costs and more. Drs. Darrow and Beck discuss the s...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine escaping a war-torn country as a child and later dedicating your life to transforming healthcare. Dr. Dung Trinh shares his heartfelt journey from Vietnam to the forefront of Alzheimer's care, emphasizing the urgent need to shift from a reactive "sick care" system to a proactive health-focused approach. Through his personal experiences and professional insig...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to preserving cognitive health and enhancing quality of life with insights from Dr. David Fabry of Starkey and groundbreaking research studies. This episode promises to shed light on the intricate connections between hearing loss, cognition, and comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Learn how untreated hearing loss can exacerbate cognitive d...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the critical difference between hearing and listening with Dr. Nina Kraus, an acclaimed expert from Northwestern University. Explore her interdisciplinary journey into the biological bases of language and the fascinating role of bird song in auditory research. Dr. Kraus also shares insights from her book, "Of Sound Mind," which celebrates the profound connection...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered if in-ear monitors (IEMs) can truly safeguard a musician’s hearing? This episode promises to uncover that truth. Join us as we welcome Dr. Melissa Heche, an eminent audiologist, musician, and sound engineer, who dispels the myths surrounding IEMs. Dr. Heche, who has trained with Mike Santucci at Sensaphonics, provides an expert perspective on why IEMs are not standal...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to shift your focus from hearing better to communicating better? In our latest episode, we are joined by Shari Eberts, a passionate hearing loss advocate and co-author, who shares her heartfelt journey with hearing loss, which began in her mid-20s. Influenced by her father's struggles, she opens up about accepting her hearing loss, facing societal stigma, an...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Jack Katz, a luminary in audiology, shares his extensive journey from a childhood marked by otitis media to becoming a trailblazer in auditory processing disorders. This episode is a treasure trove of insights as Dr. Katz recounts his academic and professional milestones, enlightening us on the evolution of audiology and his lasting contributions to the profession. Listeners w...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the latest insights into over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids with our special guest, John Dicken, Director for Healthcare at the GAO. This episode promises to shine a light on the newly FDA-approved OTC hearing aids, featuring an in-depth discussion on their availability and the rising consumer interest. Discover the challenges in tracking OTC sales data and the potential f...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to live a life defined by both profound silence and transformative sound? Join us as we uncover the extraordinary journey of Dr. Nashlea Brogan, a trailblazing audiologist and TEDx speaker who has navigated the world with cochlear implants. Diagnosed with hearing loss at 14, Dr. Brogan's story is one of resilience and perseverance through the turbulent years...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to revolutionize your understanding of speech-language therapy and hearing healthcare? Join us as we sit down with Nell Rosenberg , the National Director of Teleservices at Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech. Nell shares her compelling journey to becoming a speech-language pathologist, driven by her passion for working with children and deepened by her studies in human de...

Send us Fan Mail Is the traditional way we categorize hearing loss outdated? Join us in this eye-opening episode of the Hearing Matters podcast, where we welcome Dr. Christina Roup and Dr. Douglas Beck to challenge the status quo. We'll explore why the conventional categories from normal to profound hearing loss might be arbitrary, proposing 15 dBHL as a more accurate upper limit for normal h...

Send us Fan Mail What if your entire life changed at the age of 19? Matt Hay shares his incredible journey of sudden hearing loss due to neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) and the pivotal moment an audiologist recognized the need for further medical evaluation, leading to his diagnosis. This episode underscores the critical importance of comprehensive audiology practices and the life-altering impact o...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of tinnitus with renowned experts Dr. Douglas Beck and Dr. Grant Searchfeld in this enlightening episode. Discover the latest research on the spatial perception of tinnitus and learn groundbreaking guidelines for reporting tinnitus location. Dr. Searchfeld, a leading figure in audiology, also shares his rich academic journey and discusses the cultural heritage o...

Send us Fan Mail Could addressing hearing loss be a key factor in preventing Alzheimer's? Dr. Young Trinh joins us to tackle this critical question, sharing a deeply personal narrative from the final days of the Vietnam War. We examine the shortcomings of our reactive healthcare system and discuss the urgent need for a shift towards preventive care and early detection, particularly in the rea...