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July 31, 2023 158 - The Power of Adaptability: Actress Tiffany Storrs on Hearing Loss and Transforming Pain into Purpose
This week, Gael Hannan sits down with Tiffany Storrs, a trilingual actress, advocate, and author of the memoir "Adaptability." She shares her transformation from pain to purpose through faith and determination and describes her experience with sudden hearing loss and two hearing implant surgeries.
Tiffany's hearing loss struck suddenly after giving birth, and coming to terms with her new reality was a process that took time. Sadly, her friends and family initially doubted her condition, causing her deep pain. However, Tiffany used their skepticism as fuel to prove to herself the power of adaptability. She encourages others to view challenges as "wild cards" and discover the hidden blessings within them.
Through her hearing loss journey, Tiffany has gained purpose and perspective, considering it a victory rather than a setback. Both Tiffany and Gael Hannan share a mission to support the hearing loss community by sharing their stories and practical tools for everyday living. Tiffany's memoir, "Adaptability," is available on Amazon, and she seeks to reach as many people as possible to offer guidance and support on their own hearing loss journeys.
Did this episode impact your life with hearing loss? If so, leave a comment on Tiffany’s Instagram @tiffanystasnystorrs for a chance to win a signed copy of Adaptability.
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35 min
July 25, 2023 157 - Apple's Growing Interest in Hearing Health and How it Could Reshape Public Perception
This week, Dave Kemp and Andrew Bellavia sit down for a conversation about recent rumors that Apple is planning to get further involved into the hearing space and whether or not the company would actually consider producing an OTC hearing aid.
Due to Apple's massive size and cultural influence, they discuss how the company could positively influence societal perceptions around treating hearing loss and address stigma.
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41 min
July 19, 2023 156 - AirPods as a Hearing Aid Substitute? Exploring NAL's Research with Nicky Chong-White, PhD
Nicky Chong-White, PhD is a Principal Engineer and leads smart technology innovations at
the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL) in Australia. She sits down with Brian Taylor to discuss AirPods Pro as a potential substitute for hearing aids.
Recent reports have indicated that Apple might be interested to further enhance the hearing features in its latest devices. Currently, features like Headphone Accommodations, conversation boost, and ambient noise reduction can enhance hearing in specific situations. They discuss how the AirPods Pro can be beneficial for individuals with mild hearing loss and interesting insights gained from a study conducted on people with normal audiograms that have situational hearing challenges in noise.
Dr. Chong White emphasizes that the AirPods Pro should not replace hearing aids but can be a valuable option for certain individuals.
Articles Referenced in Discussion:
1) Chong-White N, Mejia J, Galloway J, Edwards B. Evaluating Apple AirPods Pro with
Headphone Accommodations as hearing devices. Hearing Review. 2021;28(12)8-11.
2) Chong-White, N et al valuation of Apple AirPods Pro with Conversation Boost and Ambient
Noise Reduction for People with Hearing Loss in Noisy Environments. The Hearing Review.
March 2022
3) Chong-White N, Mejia J, Valderrama-Valenzuela J, Edwards B. Evaluation of Apple AirPods
Pro with conversation boost and ambient noise reduction for people with hearing loss in
noisy environments. The Hearing Review. 2022;29(4):24-27
4) Chong-White, N. Evaluating Apple AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Protection and Listening. The
Hearing Review. June 2023
5) Valderrama, J. T., Mejia, J., Wong, A., Chong-White, N., & Edwards, B. (2023). The value of headphone accommodations in Apple Airpods Pro for managing speech-in-noise hearing
difficulties of individuals with normal audiograms. International journal of audiology, 1–11.
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23 min
July 17, 2023 155 - Transforming Hearing Health: Amptify's Virtual Clinic and Aural Rehabilitation Program
This week, Amyn Amlani sits down with Chris Cardinal and Anne Michelle Puglisi from Amptify. They discuss Amptify's innovative digital aural rehabilitation program and the introduction of their new virtual clinic.
The aural rehab program includes auditory brain training games, a curriculum, coaching, and group support. The virtual clinic enables patients to schedule remote appointments with audiologists and allows for remote monitoring of their progress. Additionally, Amptify offers partnerships with manufacturers and an ecommerce store generator, expanding access to hearing healthcare products.
Overall, Amptify aims to provide convenient and comprehensive solutions for individuals seeking hearing healthcare.
Details of newly announced virtual clinic can be found here:
https://hearinghealthmatters.org/hearing-technologies/2023/amptify-unveils-virtual-clinic-comprehensive-digital-platform-for-audiologist/
Consumers and professionals looking to learn more about Amptify can visit the company's website: https://amptify.com/
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33 min
July 05, 2023154 - Hearing Professionals and Consumers Views on OTC Hearing Aids with Vinaya Manchaiah, PhD: Live from FHH 2023
A new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in August 2022. This week, we bring you the presentation by Dr. Vinaya Manchaiah, from this year's FHH 2023 conference, taking a closer look at what the data shows about how hearing professionals and consumers view OTC hearing aids and service delivery models.
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32 min
June 27, 2023153 - How Intel is Improving Accessibility for People with Hearing Loss with Darryl Adams
This week, Andrew Bellavia sits down with Intel's Head of Accessibility, Darryl Adams. They discuss Intel's commitment to improve accessibility for individuals with hearing loss and other disabilities, and the initiatives currently underway at Intel.The company recently announced hearing health collaborations with organizations like 3DP4ME and Accenture, utilizing 3D printing technology to develop custom-fitted hearing aids in developing countries. This approach is faster and more cost-effective than traditional manufacturing methods, aiming to increase access to hearing aids globally. Additionally, Intel is working on integrating assistive technology with computers and improving the connection process for individuals using hearing aids and other hearing devices.
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42 min
June 22, 2023 152 - State of Disgrace: The Need for Improved Hearing Health Screenings in Public Schools - Live from FHH 2023
Originally presented at the 2023 Future of Hearing Healthcare Conference, Dr. Jacque Scholl, Executive Director & Head of Audiology for Soundwrx and Head of Pediatrics for Tuned, discusses the motivation behind and solution for expanding a telehealth platform for pediatrics.
Despite several known barriers to learning in schools, such as hearing loss and mental health issues, no state screens for all of them. This leads to a failure in identifying and addressing these barriers early, hindering children's academic success. Outdated screening methods and insufficient training further contribute to the problem. Dr. Scholl emphasized the urgent need for improved screening and intervention programs to support children with hearing loss and auditory processing disorders in schools.
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32 min
June 19, 2023151 - Hearing Conservation Considerations in The Modern Workforce - Live from FHH 2023
In case you missed it at this year's Future of Hearing Healthcare Conference, Heather Malyuk, AuD, owner of Soundcheck Audiology and Head of Audiology at Tuned, presented an insightful look at hearing conservation needs in the modern workforce.
The session delves into the crucial role of audiologists in addressing the unique needs of today's working population. Backed by compelling data from a recent survey study, the presentation highlights the prevalence and potential risks associated with headphone/earphone/headset usage in the workplace.
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32 min
June 14, 2023150 - Exploring the Impact of Cochlear Implant on Voice and Speech Production with Simin Soleimanifar
This week, Andrew Bellavia is joined by Simin Soleimanifar, a research scientist and product specialist at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. They explore the Simin's research on the voice perception and control of cochlear implant (CI) users.
The study involved recording the voices of 13 individuals with bilateral CI devices and analyzing their ability to control volume variations during sustained vowel vocalizations. The findings revealed that CI users experienced higher voice variation compared to normal hearing individuals, indicating a disrupted vocalization auditory feedback loop. The interview highlights the implications of these findings for CI users' communication and vocal health, emphasizing the importance of audiologists, speech language pathologists (SLPs), and interdisciplinary collaboration.
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24 min
June 12, 2023149 - Lucid's Hearing Lifelong Approach to Hearing Care with Bennett Griffin
Bennett Griffin is the executive vice president of research and development for Lucid Hearing. He recently sat down with Brian Taylor to discuss Lucid's unique approach to the market - a strategy that includes both OTC and prescription hearing aids, diagnostic equipment and hearing protection devices.
Along with Lucid's vertically integrated strategy, Bennett discusses ADRO signal processing --another unique aspect of the Lucid brand.
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20 min

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