Introducing Audiologist Dr. Bethany Anderson. Topics will cover protecting your hearing in home theater, cinema and concert environments :
- Intro by Sam: Welcome Dr. Anderson! What can you tell us about yourself, and are you big into movies, cinema, music?
- What can home theater viewers do to limit exposure to ear damage while still enjoying dramatic music and sound effects?
- Are low impact rumbles from a subwoofer safe? Safer than high frequency bangs (gunshots etc)?
- What's your opinion of theaters like IMAX and Dolby where you can't control the volume being played?
- Are earplugs like Etymotic Research ER20 safe and useful to wear at movies and concerts?
- What can people with hearing loss do to extend their hearing?
- Can you talk about Tinnitus and how it affects the rest of the brain and body? Is it a warning sign someone needs to get hearing checked asap?
- What's the deal with OTC hearing aids? Are they safe / useful?
- Is Apple's interest in hearing protection a good thing or just marketing?
- How often should people get their hearing checked? At what age should they start?
- Anything else you would like to talk about or promote?