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Hearing Matters Podcast
Hearing Matters
221 episodes
3 days ago
Send us a text Stuck in a month where nothing clicks and every push feels like quicksand? We unpack a better way with Dr. Brad Stewart, who built a mobile audiology practice, scaled a high-volume vestibular clinic, and then made the hardest call of all: shut it down to protect his health, marriage, and mission. The story isn’t about chasing hustle—it’s about aligning vision, building systems, and choosing patient-first care even when the market shifts under your feet. We dig into practical p...
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Send us a text Stuck in a month where nothing clicks and every push feels like quicksand? We unpack a better way with Dr. Brad Stewart, who built a mobile audiology practice, scaled a high-volume vestibular clinic, and then made the hardest call of all: shut it down to protect his health, marriage, and mission. The story isn’t about chasing hustle—it’s about aligning vision, building systems, and choosing patient-first care even when the market shifts under your feet. We dig into practical p...
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Health & Fitness
Education,
Technology
Episodes (20/221)
Hearing Matters Podcast
Friday Audiogram: Pivot, Protect Your Peace, Serve Patients Better
Send us a text Stuck in a month where nothing clicks and every push feels like quicksand? We unpack a better way with Dr. Brad Stewart, who built a mobile audiology practice, scaled a high-volume vestibular clinic, and then made the hardest call of all: shut it down to protect his health, marriage, and mission. The story isn’t about chasing hustle—it’s about aligning vision, building systems, and choosing patient-first care even when the market shifts under your feet. We dig into practical p...
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3 days ago
10 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
He Brought Hearing Aids To Bingo Night And Built A Practice
Send us a text Imagine programming hearing aids while the TV is actually on, or fine-tuning a patient’s settings in the middle of a lively social hour—with high ceilings, echo, and live music. That’s the power of mobile audiology, and it’s where our conversation with Dr. Brad Stewart shines: practical, human, and built for better outcomes. We unpack how Brad launched a lean, house-call model out of necessity, then turned it into a concierge service that seniors actually use and love. From fr...
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5 days ago
24 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
How A Dentist’s Tech-Forward Practice Can Transform Hearing Healthcare Patient Care
Send us a text What if your patients could watch quality take shape right in front of them? We sat down with a tech-forward dentist, Dr. Michael Walker, to map the playbook hearing clinics can use to boost trust, reduce returns, and deliver faster, more personal care. We unpack why visible technology changes everything. When patients see a crown modeled on-screen or their own eardrum on a large display, the process stops feeling mysterious and starts feeling valuable. That visib...
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1 week ago
39 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Friday Audiogram: Real Ear Measurement (REM) with Dr. Steven Taddei
Send us a text Ever wonder why some hearing aids feel too loud yet somehow still muddy? We dig into the exact method that fixes that mismatch: real ear measurement. By placing a tiny microphone in the ear canal, we verify whether amplification reaches prescription targets where it matters most—right at the eardrum. No more guessing, no generic presets. Just a precise, research-backed way to make speech clearer, reduce listening effort, and help you forget you’re even wearing devices. We walk...
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2 weeks ago
9 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
From Recording Studio To Audiology Clinic feat. Dr. Steven Taddei
Send us a text What happens when a seasoned audio engineer becomes a doctor of audiology? You get a refreshingly clear path from “that sounds tinny” to real, measurable improvements in speech clarity. We sit down with Dr. Steven Taddei to unpack how studio skills—mic placement, EQ, compression, and a careful ear for detail—translate directly into smarter hearing aid programming and better outcomes in the real world. We start with the basics of how sound is shaped, then peel back the curtain ...
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2 weeks ago
35 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Friday Audiogram: Patient First, Technology Second
Send us a text Start with a person, not a feature list. That’s the thread that runs through our conversation with Brandon Sawalich and Dr. Dave Fabry about how hearing technology actually improves lives: by putting the patient first, then letting smart tools do the heavy lifting in the background. We dig into how AI moved from a buzzword to a real advantage in tough listening environments, why sound quality remains the non-negotiable foundation, and how “the ear is the new wrist” reframes wha...
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3 weeks ago
10 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Starkey Omega AI feat. Brandon Sawalich and Dr. Dave Fabry
Send us a text Want to know what “better hearing in noise” actually sounds like when AI, sensors, and human care work in sync? We bring together Starkey’s president and CEO, Brandon Sawalich, and Chief Hearing Health Officer, Dr. Dave Fabry, for a candid look at Starkey Omega AI—why it exists, what changed from Edge AI, and how it turns hearing aids into confident, 360-degree listening tools without sidelining professionals. We dig into DNN 360 and how deep neural networks now blend noise ma...
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3 weeks ago
45 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Hearing Loss and Dementia: Understanding the Link, Restoring Hope
Send us a text Dementia is rising, and the toll is personal, social, and economic. From there, we move into a conversation that blends hard data with real life—how hearing loss can quietly erode connection, increase cognitive load, and, according to leading research, contribute to higher dementia risk. Karla Hult joins us with her father’s story—an athlete, a community helper, a devoted dad whose final years were shaped by Alzheimer’s—and shows how love, grief, and action can coexist without ...
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1 month ago
37 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Friday Audiogram: When You Can Hear But Can't Understand
Send us a text Have you ever met someone who says they can hear perfectly fine, but still struggles to understand speech, especially in noisy environments? That puzzling disconnect might be explained by Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) – a condition affecting what our brains do with the sounds our ears detect. Dr. Angela Alexander reveals a startling finding from the Framingham cohort study: approximately 20% of adults who report hearing difficulties actually have normal hearing t...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Central Auditory Processing Disorder with Dr. Angela Alexander
Send us a text The mysterious disconnect between hearing and understanding affects millions worldwide, yet remains largely undiagnosed and untreated. Dr. Angela Alexander pulls back the curtain on auditory processing disorder (APD), revealing why so many people struggle to understand speech despite normal hearing tests. "One in five adults who report hearing loss actually have normal hearing test results," explains Dr. Alexander, highlighting a staggering statistic from the Framingham cohort...
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1 month ago
39 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Friday Audiogram: Beyond Real Ear Measurement - Why Patient Perception Matters
Send us a text Ray Woodworth takes us on a deep dive into the nuances of hearing aid fittings, sharing insights from his dual perspective as both a 47-year hearing aid wearer and an industry professional. He challenges the notion that real ear measurement alone is enough for optimal fittings, advocating instead for a balanced approach that honors both objective measurements and subjective patient feedback. Drawing from his experience of fitting countless patients with custom technology, Ray ...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
The Human Touch in Hearing Care with Ray Woodworth, BC - HIS
Send us a text Ray Woodworth, a 25-year veteran in hearing healthcare, brings his passion for perfection in ear impressions to this compelling conversation about the art and science of customization. Having been mentored directly by Starkey founder Bill Austin since 2002, Ray shares profound insights that challenge conventional thinking about hearing technology fittings. "The ear is the boss," Ray explains, revealing how this seemingly simple concept transformed his approach to patient care....
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1 month ago
46 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Friday Audiogram: From Classroom to Capitol - Why Advocacy Education Matters
Send us a text Ever wonder why some hearing healthcare professionals seem so passionate about advocacy while others shy away? Our conversation dives into the heart of building an advocacy culture that transforms not just legislation, but patient care itself. We explore the critical importance of starting advocacy education during AuD and SLP programs. As our guest, Dr. Megan Adams insightfully notes, "Informed students become informed professionals" who can make better clinical decisions and...
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
What if We Managed Tinnitus Differently?
Send us a text Jeffery Reagan's journey from surviving a heart transplant to pioneering tinnitus care innovation offers a masterclass in turning personal adversity into meaningful healthcare transformation. After experiencing a heart attack on Mount Kilimanjaro in 2007, followed by a catastrophic cardiac event in 2011 that left him dependent on a mechanical heart for three years, Reagan gained profound appreciation for patient-centered healthcare excellence. When he later developed tinnitus h...
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2 months ago
38 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Friday Audiogram: Unmasking Tinnitus with Dr. Alexandra Tarvin
Send us a text Ever wonder why your ears won't stop ringing? The answer might surprise you. Welcome to our brand-new Friday Audiogram series! Every week, we'll deliver a concentrated 7-10 minute dose of hearing healthcare wisdom you can enjoy anywhere—even while standing in line at the grocery store. These bite-sized episodes bring you essential insights from our extensive catalog of conversations with industry leaders. In this inaugural Friday Audiogram, we tackle the complex relatio...
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2 months ago
7 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
How One Tiny House is Shaking Up Hearing Healthcare feat. Dr. Carla Smiley
Send us a text What happens when a devastating cancer diagnosis collides with a lifelong passion for audiology? For Dr. Carla "Brandi" Smiley, it became the catalyst for reimagining how hearing healthcare could reach those most often left behind. Diagnosed with bilateral hearing loss at age six, Dr. Smiley's path to becoming an audiologist wasn't straightforward. After teaching kindergarten, surviving stage four lymphoma during her doctoral studies, and working across various healthcare sett...
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2 months ago
47 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
From Stage Monitors to Hearing Aids: A Drummer's Audio Evolution
Send us a text Ever wonder what happens when a musician's most precious tool—their hearing—begins to fade? Moe Jerant, founding member of the Large Flowerheads and a professional drummer for over 20 years, takes us through her remarkable 15-year journey with hearing technology that saved her career and transformed her life. The wake-up call came unexpectedly during a vocal lesson when Moe couldn't produce certain notes. A specialist's jarring comparison—"your snare drum has almost the same i...
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2 months ago
32 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
How Hearing Aids Changed a Musician's Life
Send us a text Ralph Brote's journey from struggling to hear to rediscovering connection offers powerful insights for musicians and anyone facing hearing challenges. Growing up in the family-owned Nazareth Music Store—a fixture in Pennsylvania for 60 years—Ralph's life has been steeped in sound. As a professional trumpet player and music teacher, his hearing gradually deteriorated from years of exposure to loud instruments, work in an iron foundry, and genetic predisposition. The turning poi...
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3 months ago
32 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Can You Build a Patient-First Practice While Still Being Profitable?
Send us a text Dr. Lindsay Koble takes us on an extraordinary journey from accidental audiologist to successful practice owner in this eye-opening conversation about the realities of audiology entrepreneurship. After a jaw surgery complication left her with a perforated eardrum during college, Lindsay discovered her passion for audiology through her own hearing healthcare experience. This unexpected path led her to build Audiology Always, a thriving practice in her hometown of Auburn, Indiana...
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3 months ago
53 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Navigating Managed Care While Putting Patients First
Send us a text What happens when the demands of managed care clash with a provider's commitment to gold-standard hearing healthcare? For Jaysee Soto, owner of Altamonte Family Hearing in Florida, the answer lies in striking a delicate balance between business sustainability and patient-centered ethics. Growing up in his family's New York City bodega, Jaysee watched his parents build relationships with every customer who walked through their door. Those early lessons in community connection n...
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3 months ago
44 minutes

Hearing Matters Podcast
Send us a text Stuck in a month where nothing clicks and every push feels like quicksand? We unpack a better way with Dr. Brad Stewart, who built a mobile audiology practice, scaled a high-volume vestibular clinic, and then made the hardest call of all: shut it down to protect his health, marriage, and mission. The story isn’t about chasing hustle—it’s about aligning vision, building systems, and choosing patient-first care even when the market shifts under your feet. We dig into practical p...