This Week in Hearing

Over the past year, our episodes have captured the key developments and inspiring stories driving progress in hearing healthcare. From emerging technologies and groundbreaking research to personal journeys and industry trends, each conversation offered valuable insights into the evolving landscape of hearing health. We explored topics ranging from innovative hearing aid designs and pharmaceutical breakthroughs to the real-world experiences of

Neuroimaging is an essential tool in diagnosing and managing complex auditory and vestibular conditions, and the new textbook Neuroimaging of the Auditory and Vestibular Systems: A Clinician’s Guide is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge needed to excel in this field. In this discussion, Dr. Matthew Bush, otolaryngologist and department chair at the University of Kentucky, highlights the

Can a unified network of patients, clinicians, and researchers finally transform tinnitus care? The team at Stop The Ring presents an ambitious plan to do just that with the creation of a Tinnitus Learning Health Network. Originally presented at the InFocus: Rethinking Tinnitus Symposium and moderated by Dr. David Holcomb, this discussion brings together Jeffery Reagan, a tinnitus patient and founder

Shyam Gollakota, a professor at the University of Washington and digital health innovator, is pioneering a revolutionary solution to the ‘cocktail party problem,’ a longstanding challenge in hearing technology. His team has created a groundbreaking “sound bubble” device that enables users to amplify voices within a specific range while minimizing external noise and distractions. Designed to adapt dynamically to different

The integration of hearing health features into mainstream consumer audio technology is gaining momentum, driven by collaborations such as that of Mimi Hearing Technologies and Knowles Corp. This week, Andrew Bellavia is joined by Florian Schneidmodel and Mehul Kochar to discuss how Mimi’s sound personalization technology and Knowles’ balanced armature receivers are transforming consumer devices like true wireless earbuds. By

This week, Amyn Amlani sits down with Dr. Marcus Atlas, founder of the Ear Science Institute Australia, to discuss the institute’s groundbreaking work, particularly the development of ClearDrum. ClearDrum is an innovative biosynthetic prosthetic designed to reconstruct the human tympanic membrane using silk fibroin. Unlike traditional graft materials like cartilage, ClearDrum offers transparency, superior acoustic properties, and robust mechanical strength,

Why do so many tinnitus patients feel unheard, and how can we better meet their needs? In this thought-provoking presentation from the InFocus: Rethinking Tinnitus Symposium, Dr. James Jackson explores the gap between what tinnitus patients expect and the care they actually receive. Drawing on his extensive research and expertise, Dr. Jackson delves into the Primary Patient Pathway in the

The InFocus: Rethinking Tinnitus Symposium showcased some of the most cutting-edge approaches to tinnitus management, with Dr. James A. Henry delivering two exceptional presentations that delved into the evolution and future of tinnitus care. A leading expert in the field with over 35 years of research experience, Dr. Henry provided invaluable insights into both the historical advancements in tinnitus management

The hearing aid market is undergoing a transformative period, marked by the convergence of traditional hearing aids and consumer audio devices. This week, Brian Taylor takes the guest seat to discuss these trends with Shari Eberts. Taylor highlights the evolution of artificial intelligence in hearing aids, noting its long-standing role in the industry and its growing sophistication. Major hearing aid

For audiologists like Glynnis Tidball, managing tinnitus effectively involves more than just therapy—it’s about empowering patients with personalized and compassionate care. In this episode, Gael Hannan interviews her personal audiologist, who works at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in both cochlear implants and tinnitus management. Glynnis shares how her journey into tinnitus care began unexpectedly, inspired by an