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This week, I have the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Erin Schafer, who is a Professor and the Director of Graduate Studies in Audiology at the University of Northern Texas. Dr. Schafer has an extensive resume of teaching, research, publications, grants, and national and international podium presentations at conferences. She is the current editor of Audiology Today, past President and Journal Editor for the Educational Audiology Association, and board member for the Auditory Implant Initiative.  She has a vested interest in the areas of hearing technology including hearing aids, cochlear implants, and remote microphone technology. In today’s episode, Dr. Schafer shares about her work outlining the dramatic impact of personal microphone technology for children and adults with hearing loss.  Key take-away….wear the mic!  

To find out more about Dr. Schafer and her work visit:  

https://hps.unt.edu/erin-c-schafer-phd-ccc

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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Are you ready to LEAD? I am excited to share this podcast with all of our listeners on the topic of leadership.  I had the opportunity to sit down with Janet DesGeorges who is a published writer, international speaker, and co-founder and Executive Director of Hands and Voices, a movement and organization dedicated to supporting families who have children who are deaf or hard of hearing.  In November 2020, she published her very own book titled “Not a Leader, Now a Leader”.   Today’s episode is focused on diving deeper into this book.  Be prepared to gain nuggets of knowledge and experience to take the next step of leadership in your own life.  This book is a must have for every parent and professional.   Take a listen and take action!

For more information on “Not a Leader, Now a Leader” visit:  janetdesgeorges.com

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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This week I am thrilled to sit down with a great friend and colleague, Dr. Elizabeth Walker who is an assistant professor at the University of Iowa where she teaches and is the director of the Pediatric Audiology Lab.   In this episode, Dr. Walker shares why “mild” is MORE than mild as it relates to hearing loss and the need to optimize access to auditory information.  Dr. Walker has a wealth of knowledge and research through her work as an investigator on the Outcomes of Children with Hearing Loss (OCHL) study.  Whether you are a parent, audiologist, speech language pathologist or educator; you will want to hear key take-aways to help children with hearing loss achieve optimal outcomes.  

For more information be sure to visit these websites: 

www.ochlstudy.org

https://www.facebook.com/PediatricAudiologyLabUIowa

https://pediatricaudiology.lab.uiowa.edu/

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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This episode has special meaning as I approach my 1 year cochlear implant birthday; the honor to interview my own CI surgeon, Dr. Oliver Adunka. Oliver Adunka, MD, FACS, is the Director of Otology, Neurotology and Cranial Base Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.  Dr. Adunka is also part of the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Nationwide Children’s in Columbus, Ohio.  Join Dr. Adunka and I as we talk about how cochlear implant candidacy has changed, the surgery has changed, why patients/audiologists are hesitant to take the next step, and the vision of what this exciting technology holds in the future.  

To find out more about Dr. Adunka and his work visit:  

https://medicine.osu.edu/find-faculty/clinical/otolaryngology/oliver-adunka-md

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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Happy 1 year CI Birthday to ME!!  Join me today as I reflect on the past year and celebrate the joys and challenges of my cochlear implant journey.  In this episode I share about the “what ifs”, the little voice in my head, the phone call, the consultation, the surgery, and activation.  What an amazing year it has been and I am excited to celebrate my CI birthday with all of my listeners today.

For more about my CI journey, visit my blog at www.hearingspanglish.blog

Engage with me on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/empowearaudiology

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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This week I am inspired to sit down with two young women who have both been an integral part of the campUS experience.  campUS is an overnight camp for teens with hearing loss focusing on successful transition and leadership skills. Our first guest is Dr. Katie Colborn, pediatric audiologist at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, who served as a campUS counselor 2 different years.  Our second guest is Audrey Susz, a former camper attending twice, who is now a sophomore at the Ohio State University.  These two inspiring ladies share the impact of the campUS experience from both a counselor and camper perspective.  Fundamentally, it is important to offer these opportunities to develop strong relationships and advocacy skills.  Join Dr. Spangler and be inspired to start your own same-self peer connections group!  

For More Information like the Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/campUS.teens.HL

Watch this YouTube video (thanks to Phonak) about the campUS experience titled: Teens with hearing loss:  Learning to advocate for yourself

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https://youtu.be/lGDNdjkXtDM

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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I am so excited to share my personal and professional passion of working with teens with hearing loss during this episode. This week, I sit down with Dr. Gail Whitelaw who is the co-coordinator of the campUS experience.  Dr. Whitelaw and I have been coordinating the campUS experience for the past 8 years.  This is an overnight experience for teens with hearing loss to develop leadership and advocacy skills while spending time at the Ohio State University.  Join us today for a conversation about life lessons learned personally and professionally as well as key components of starting your own campUS experience.  

Be sure to like campUS on Facebook and Check Out the YouTube videos about campUS and feeling confident!  

https://www.facebook.com/campUS.teens.HL

YouTube:  campUS Video with Phonak Teen Advisors

https://youtu.be/lGDNdjkXtDM

Feeling Confident with Hearing Loss

https://youtu.be/VZlfa2hZbQc

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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This week I am honored to sit down with the Dr. Carol Flexer, a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Audiology, international lecturer in pediatric and educational audiology and author of more than 155 publications including 17 books.  In this episode, Dr. Flexer also shares how her audiology motto “It’s all about the Brain” evolved and has become a motto for audiologists when we talk about hearing. Join Carrie and Carol take a walk down memory lane and reflect on how professional mentors can shape our professional trajectory as well as our willingness to be open to new research and information.  

You can learn more about Carol Flexer by visiting her webpage at: http://www.carolflexer.com/

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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During the uncharted, unsure return to school opening, I was grateful to sit down with Camille Warren.  Camille is a positive, proactive parent who has 4 children total; 3 who have hearing loss.  Her children with hearing loss are 17, 13, and 10 years of age. Join us today as Camille shares what was learned during the adventures of remote learning and great tips for the upcoming year. Camille also shares a few anticipated communication challenges as schools reopen in a new way this school year. Be sure to listen to the end as Camille has 3 MUST DO tips for parents and their children with hearing challenges (and professionals too).  

Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:

http://www.ohiohandsandvoices.org/

https://www.handsandvoices.org/index.htm

https://deafandblindoutreach.org/communication-planning-guide-hh

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

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This week I am excited to sit down with Dr. Tina Childress, a fellow educational audiologist, CI user, and supportive friend. In this episode, Tina and Carrie talk about the dilemma of communicating in our masked and physically distanced world. Over the past few months, we have both acquired a generous collection of different clear masks and shields. Join us to find out why “one shoe (aka) mask does not fit all”.  Join us as we share real life experiences and collective solutions as we power up to go back to school.  

You can learn more about Tina and her abundance of resources  by visiting http://bit.ly/TinaChildressResources

Mask and Shield Survey and Summary of Results
https://tinachildress.wordpress.com/

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-spangler/

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com