Latest Cochlea Podcast Episodes

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BONEBRIDGE in Single-Sided Deaf Children

MED-EL Podcast - August 25, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
Prof. Dr. Assen Koitschev shares his experiences with the MED-EL’s BONEBRIDGE in children with single-sided deafness. Indications, surgical considerations, and outcomes are discussed.

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BONEBRIDGE in Mixed Hearing Loss in Children

MED-EL Podcast - August 18, 2022 11:28 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
Prof. Piotr Henryk Skarżyński, M.D., Ph.D., MSc. shares his experiences with the MED-EL’s BONEBRIDGE in children with mixed hearing loss. Indications, surgical considerations, and outcomes are covered during this episode.

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Episode 131 - Iron Fist Audiology

AudiologyTalk - August 12, 2022 01:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
John and Dean discuss weak government incentives and disincentives in the audiology world and how our profession might be better if we had stronger deterrents to unwanted behavior.

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Lynn Wood: Listening with Lynn

empowEar Audiology - August 05, 2022 15:07 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in this special interview with Lynn Wood.  This interview takes a trip down memory lane for both of us!  Lynn was one of my audiologists as a tween and has continued to be a mentor and friend throughout my personal and professional journey.  Lynn is a nationally recognized Listening and ...

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Episode 130 - The Newser You Get, The Flier We Drink [news episode]

AudiologyTalk - July 30, 2022 01:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
John, Dean and Jenne discuss the latest news in and out of audiology, with a proud announcement of the adult hearing aid fitting standard being published in Seminars in Hearing.

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Episode 129 - APD

AudiologyTalk - July 15, 2022 01:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
We discuss the characteristics and applications of auditory processing disorder, testing, and treatment, as well as current perspectives and controversies on the topic.

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Dr. Johnnie Sexton, Au.D.: Changing the Culture of Communication

empowEar Audiology - July 14, 2022 21:18 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me for an engaging interview with Dr. Johnnie Sexton, audiologist,  as we discuss The CARE Project and Educational Audiology services with a theme of changing the culture of communication.  Dr. Johnnie Sexton, Au.D., has worked with children who are deaf and hard of hearing for over four de...

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Episode 128 - News

AudiologyTalk - June 25, 2022 02:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
John and Dean share the latest news in audiology and discuss the loss of a highly respected colleague in audiology.

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Episode 128 - More News Than You Can Shake a Stick At

AudiologyTalk - June 25, 2022 02:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
John and Dean share the latest news in audiology and discuss the loss of a highly respected colleague in audiology.

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Dr. Jessica Hoefler: Unlocking Representation for Children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing Through Piper's Key

empowEar Audiology - June 23, 2022 17:52 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in an inspiring conversation with Dr. Jessica Hoefler as she shares her story of Piper’s Key and her mission to gift inclusive books to children with disabilities that represent their unique selves in a positive light.  Dr. Hoefler is an educational audiologist for the Summit Educational...

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Growing Stronger in Acceptance and Advocacy

empowEar Audiology - June 02, 2022 14:13 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in a conversation with Sara Robinson, M.A., CCC-SLP as she opens up about growing stronger in her acceptance and advocacy as a hard of hearing individual.  In this episode, Sara opens up to our audience about growing up with a slow progression of hearing loss, her up and down struggles w...

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Episode 127 - The Male News Episode

AudiologyTalk - May 27, 2022 01:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
John and Dean discuss recent news in hearing loss litigation, neuroimaging, and genetics, then wish they understood any of it.

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Composing a Soundtrack of Silence

empowEar Audiology - May 12, 2022 11:58 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in a conversation with Matt Hay as he shares his emotional and physical journey of losing and regaining his hearing.  Through his challenging experiences, he has chosen to focus on the things that he can do rather than the things that he cannot.  Matt was a sophomore in college when he f...

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Episode 126 - True Crime

AudiologyTalk - May 06, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Episode 125....er, we mean 126 is our first ever "True Crime" episode. Let us know what you think!

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Do What You Love To Be The Leader in You!

empowEar Audiology - April 21, 2022 17:40 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Take a deeper dive into the impact that YOU have as a leader in your own life with guest Gayla Guignard, Chief Strategy and Programs Officer for the AG Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.  Join me in an empowering conversation about the topic of servant leadership and how each per...

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Episode 125 - Protecting Your Hearing....and Other Things [news episode]

AudiologyTalk - April 15, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
We discuss the new guidelines on tubes from AAO-HNS and developmental milestones fro AAP, as well as WHO guidelines for public venues and the new APSO proposed standard for pediatric hearing aid fitting.

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Protecting Your Hearing....and Other Things [news episode]

AudiologyTalk - April 15, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
We discuss the new guidelines on tubes from AAO-HNS and developmental milestones fro AAP, as well as WHO guidelines for public venues and the new APSO proposed standard for pediatric hearing aid fitting.

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Consensus for Misophonia [Discussion Episode]

AudiologyTalk - April 01, 2022 03:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
In this episode, we discuss the recent publication of an international consensus definition for misophonia. Jenne throws her Mom under the bus. 

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Episode 124 - Consensus for Misophonia [Discussion Episode]

AudiologyTalk - April 01, 2022 03:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
In this episode, we discuss the recent publication of an international consensus definition for misophonia. Jenne throws her Mom under the bus. 

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Drs. Jessica Sullivan & Lauren Calandruccio Discuss the IMPACT Program

empowEar Audiology - March 31, 2022 13:03 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in an important conversation with Drs. Jessica Sullivan and Lauren Calandruccio about the IMPACT Program which stands for Innovative Mentoring and Professional Advancement through Cultural Training.  The goal of the IMPACT Program is to increase diversity within the field of speech-langu...

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Episode 123 - We're Back and Slightly Perturbed [News Episode]

AudiologyTalk - March 18, 2022 03:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
AudiologyTalk returns with a new format, new content, and new schedule, but with the same old hosts doing the same old schtick. Well, you can't have everything.

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We're Back and Slightly Perturbed [News Episode]

AudiologyTalk - March 18, 2022 03:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
AudiologyTalk returns with a new format, new content, and new schedule, but with the same old hosts doing the same old schtick. Well, you can't have everything.

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Lisa Kovacs: "What Works for Your Child is What Makes the Choice Right!"

empowEar Audiology - March 13, 2022 22:10 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Take a listen to this engaging conversation with Lisa Kovacs.  Lisa is a parent and professional who has had over 21 years of experience parenting her own child as well as advocating and empowering other families who are on this journey.  Lisa gives us a peek into her own journey of raising a ch...

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Assessment & Training Trends for SLPS Working with Students who are DHH

empowEar Audiology - February 24, 2022 22:46 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in talking with Dr. Kristina Blaiser about the importance of understanding systematic assessments patterns and trends for children who are deaf and hard of hearing and using trends for training and collaboration for SLPs and other related professionals. Dr. Kristina (Kristi) Blaiser is a...

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How to Advocate for Educational Audiology When the Service Does Not Exist

empowEar Audiology - February 10, 2022 14:11 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Click here for a transcript of the episode What happens when a student who is deaf or hard of hearing does not have an educational audiologist on their educational team?  Join me in this episode with Dr. Kym Meyer as...

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What is TAAC? Total Language that is Accessible, Attended, and Coordinated

empowEar Audiology - January 20, 2022 23:05 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in a conversation with Derek Houston, Ph.D. as we discuss how language impacts children with cochlear implants.  Dr. Houston brings a wealth of information to this topic.  Dr. Houston currently is in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at The Ohio State University Coll...

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Dr. Donald Goldberg Shares Historical Perspectives & His Professional Journey

empowEar Audiology - January 07, 2022 13:07 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings
Join me in a conversation with the accomplished Dr. Donald Goldberg as we have a discussion about the important history and work of the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing, the important work and collaboration between hearing healthcare professionals, educators, and families, and the positive impa...

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Joke Veltman’s Story: Start simple and keep going

MED-EL Podcast - December 23, 2021 14:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
Joke Veltman, a professional pianist and CI recipient, shares her CI journey and encourages others with tips to bring music back into their lives after implantation. For more recipient stories, visit our YouTube channel.  

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Roy Smith’s Story: Listen to what you love

MED-EL Podcast - December 16, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
Roy Smith, an amateur musician and bilateral CI recipient, describes his road back to music following implantation and shares a message for those who are newly activated.  

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Music Resources from MED-EL

MED-EL Podcast - December 09, 2021 14:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
Johanna Boyer, MED-EL’s resident musicologist, introduces Meludia, our online music training program, and shares additional rehabilitation resources for professionals, recipients, and their families.  Links: Register on myMED-EL for a two-week free trial of Meludia.  Download MED-EL’s music...