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The Hearing Matters Podcast: Hearing Aids, Hearing Technology and Tinnitus

Hearing Matters
Hearing Loss
Hearing Aids
Audiology
Tinnitus
Patient Care
Hearing Technology
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
Central Auditory Processing Disorder
Starkey
Hearing Healthcare
Real Ear Measurement
Auracast
Hearing Protection
Hearing Health Care
Hearing Care Professionals
Dementia
Advocacy
Audio Engineering
Communication Challenges
Mental Health

Welcome to the #1 Hearing Aid & Hearing Health Podcast with Blaise M. Delfino, M.S. - HIS! We combine education, entertainment, and all things hearing aid-related in one ear-pleasing package!In each episode, we'll unravel the mysteries of the auditory system, decode the latest advancements in hearing technology, and explore the unique challenges faced by individuals with hearing loss. But don't wo... more

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After a hearing test, patients should not have to imagine what better hearing could sound like. In this episode of the Hearing Matters Podcast, Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS explains why the in-office hearing aid demo is such an import... more

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Restaurants are the perfect stress test for your ears and your brain. The second you add distance, multiple talkers, and reverberation, conversation stops being “just listening” and becomes constant filtering. We talk through why so... more

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You know that feeling when you can hear someone talking, but the words won’t land, especially once you sit down in a loud restaurant? I’m Blaise Delfino, and I’m breaking down why that frustration is real and why it’s usually not ab... more

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Are OTC hearing aids really the same as prescription hearing aids?

If you’ve ever wondered whether buying hearing aids online is basically the same as getting fit in a clinic, this episode draws a clear line between the two.

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Recent Guests

Dana Ann Hawkins
Speech language pathologist
Episode: Hearing Aids Are Only The Start
Dr. Fabry
Audiologist discussed in the episode
Episode: A Real Ear Measurement Workflow For Better Hearing Aid Outcomes
Dr. Dave Fabry
Chief Hearing Health Officer at Starkey
Starkey
Episode: Real ear measurements (REM) and best practices
Donna Murray
Clinician, researcher, and program developer with a background in speech-language pathology
Tinnitus Learning Health Network (in partnership with Dr. James Henry)
Episode: How Learning Health Networks Improve Access, Insight, and Patient Success
Dr. Smiley
Hearing care professional and creator of the Tiny House Audiology Clinic
Independent practitioner/entrepreneur
Episode: Could An Audiology Clinic Fit Inside A Tiny House?
Dr. Heike Heuermann
Vice President of Product Integration with a strong background in audiology and engineering
Starkey
Episode: Auracast: The Next Leap In Hearing Technology
Jeffery Reagan
Founder of Stop the Ring, a nonprofit dedicated to revolutionizing tinnitus care
Stop the Ring
Episode: Building A Tinnitus Learning Health Network (TLHN) To Improve Care
Dr. Amit Gosalia
An influential advocate and audiologist known for improving patient lives and inspiring clinicians in the hearing health profession.
Episode: From Clinic To Capitol: Elevating Hearing Care with Dr. Amit Gosalia
Jill Desjean
Director of Policy Analysis for the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
Episode: Making Sense of the Student Loan Changes and Professional Degree Definition

Host

Blaise Delfino
Host of the Hearing Matters Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Love this podcast

    As an HCP (BC-HIS), I love the knowledge that is brought and so many times, a new perspective on what we do. Sometimes we get stuck in our ways of how we do things and this sheds a new light on why do we do what we do. Also being a hearing aid user, this podcast is a great use for advocacy in the profession for hearing loss across the board. Thank you for all you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love this store and app!
    United States8 months ago
  • This is a very worthwhile podcast!

    I gain something from every episode and get excited when there’s a new one. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sharpe,Au.D.
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent information

    Great show with an excellent host. Lots of information for people with hearing loss, as well as the healthcare professionals who serve them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BJS-87
    United States3 years ago
  • Love hosting this show!

    Dr. Delfino and I host this show to raise awareness of best practices in hearing healthcare, why patients should visit a licensed hearing healthcare professional, and how we as hearing care professionals can assist current and prospective patients on their new hearing journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Musik_Lov3r
    United States5 years ago
  • Love

    I’m in love with how informational and educated this podcast is. The insight that we get from here is a whole lot different from the scam sights and online critiques that follow a false narrative. It’s good to hear real experts, real interns, real students & professors etc. speak about issues and solutions regarding hearing and hearing aids.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobby M315
    United States5 years ago

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Quality host-led interviews with a depth of clinical and technological detail.

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Q: How does real-world data differ from traditional research samples in LHNs, and why is it important?
Real-world data come from routine clinical practice across diverse populations and settings, capturing how interventions perform in everyday care, whereas traditional research often uses strict protocols and selected populations. LHNs leverage real-world data to understand what works for whom, in what contexts, and to adapt quickly, improving relevance and timeliness of care.
How Learning Health Networks Improve Access, Insight, and Patient Success
Q: Now, for someone who's never heard the term before, what is a learning health network in plain language?
A learning health network is a collaborative system that unites patients, families, clinicians and researchers to share information and data, so findings can be translated into clinical practice faster and more effectively, with continuous feedback and improvement across multiple sites.
Real ear measurements (REM) and best practices
Q: Why isn't Real Ear measurement universally adopted despite strong evidence?
There are concerns about time, cost, and ambiguity about which targets to use, but practitioners can enhance adoption by integrating REM into efficient workflows, using automated tools, and continually tying measurements to meaningful patient outcomes.
What Learning Health Networks Are And How They Fix Healthcare Silos
Q: Am I correct in saying that, within a Learning Health Network, you embed evidence-based practice in clinical workflows and then share results with the research team to create a feedback loop?
Yes. The host and guest discuss how implementing evidence-based care within everyday clinical practice allows data to flow back to researchers and other sites, creating a continuous feedback loop that helps refine treatments and spread effective practices across the network.
Could An Audiology Clinic Fit Inside A Tiny House?
Q: How did you stay motivated through roadblocks and logistical hurdles?
The guest explains relying on a strong personal purpose, spiritual faith, and the idea that talent should be used to help others, plus seeking support beyond the immediate field to find allies and ultimately pushing through obstacles with persistence and patience.

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This program centers on hearing health, technology, and patient experience, with recurring discussions about hearing aids, accessibility, and the broader ecosystem of care. Episodes frequently feature clinicians, industry innovators, patient advocates, and researchers exploring how new devices, services, and delivery models improve outcomes, reduce stigma, and expand access. Notable strengths include practical guidance on care delivery, the rise of hybrid and consumer-friendly approaches, and a concerted focus on patient perspectives—from intimate relationship dynamics to the user journey through amplification and adaptation. Listeners likely span clinicians, students, and professionals evaluating new technologies, as well as consumers seek... more

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