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empowEar AudiologyTurning the Page: Launching empowEAR 2.0Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Welcome to a milestone moment for the EmpowEAR Audiology Podcast! I’m Dr. Carrie Spangler—deaf/hard of hearing audiologist and certified professional coach—and today marks the beginning of a brand-new chapter.After 4.5 amazing years of partnership with 3C Digital Media Network, I’m stepping into the world of independent podcasting. I reflect on the journey so far, thank the voices who’ve helped shape this community, and share what’s next for the show.From lived experiences to new professional insights, more guests, more depth...2025-04-1504 minempowEar AudiologyTurning the Page: Launching empowEAR 2.0Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Welcome to a milestone moment for the EmpowEAR Audiology Podcast! I’m Dr. Carrie Spangler—deaf/hard of hearing audiologist and certified professional coach—and today marks the beginning of a brand-new chapter.After 4.5 amazing years of partnership with 3C Digital Media Network, I’m stepping into the world of independent podcasting. I reflect on the journey so far, thank the voices who’ve helped shape this community, and share what’s next for the show.From lived experiences to new professional insights, more guests, more depth...2025-04-1504 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Tiffany Yu, author of The Anti-Ableist ManifestoLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this episode of the EmpowEAR Audiology Podcast, meet author Tiffany Yu as we discuss her newly published book, The Anti-Ableist Manifesto. Tiffany is an award-winning social impact entrepreneur, disability advocate, and content creator. She is the founder and CEO of Diversability, a social enterprise dedicated to elevating disability pride and building disability power.Tiffany’s impressive career spans roles at Goldman Sachs, Bloomberg, and Revolt, and she is now an in-demand corporate speaker, helping bridge corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts with actionable insights for di...2025-01-2555 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Tiffany Yu, author of The Anti-Ableist ManifestoLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this episode of the EmpowEAR Audiology Podcast, meet author Tiffany Yu as we discuss her newly published book, The Anti-Ableist Manifesto. Tiffany is an award-winning social impact entrepreneur, disability advocate, and content creator. She is the founder and CEO of Diversability, a social enterprise dedicated to elevating disability pride and building disability power.Tiffany’s impressive career spans roles at Goldman Sachs, Bloomberg, and Revolt, and she is now an in-demand corporate speaker, helping bridge corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts with actionable insights for di...2025-01-2555 minempowEar AudiologyUnderstanding Vestibular Disorders Across The Lifespan with Dr. Julie Honaker & Dr. Violette LavenderLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this insightful episode of empowEAR Audiology, I am joined by two experts in vestibular and balance care. Dr. Julie Honaker and Dr. Violette Lavender shed light on the complexities of vestibular disorders in children and adults. Representing care across the lifespan, they discuss the impact of these conditions on daily life, advancements in diagnosis and treatment, and the vital role audiologists play in managing balance and hearing health. Dr. Honaker is the Director of the Vestibular and Balance Disorders Program within the Head and Neck Institute at...2024-12-1754 minempowEar AudiologyUnderstanding Vestibular Disorders Across The Lifespan with Dr. Julie Honaker & Dr. Violette LavenderLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this insightful episode of empowEAR Audiology, I am joined by two experts in vestibular and balance care. Dr. Julie Honaker and Dr. Violette Lavender shed light on the complexities of vestibular disorders in children and adults. Representing care across the lifespan, they discuss the impact of these conditions on daily life, advancements in diagnosis and treatment, and the vital role audiologists play in managing balance and hearing health. Dr. Honaker is the Director of the Vestibular and Balance Disorders Program within the Head and Neck Institute at...2024-12-1754 minempowEar AudiologyEducational Audiology Awareness Week: Hearing Screening In SchoolsLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this episode of the empowEAR Audiology Podcast, we explore the importance of Educational Audiology Awareness Week with guests Dr. Kristin Jolkowski and Dr. Tori Ashton of the Educational Audiology Association, who highlights the essential role of school hearing screenings. They discuss how early identification of hearing loss impacts students' academic success and the importance of collaboration between educational audiologists, nurses, school staff, and families. The episode also provides valuable resources and advocacy tips to raise awareness and improve hearing support in schools. #EdAudWeek #EdAudAdvocacy For more in...2024-10-2136 minempowEar AudiologyEducational Audiology Awareness Week: Hearing Screening In SchoolsLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this episode of the empowEAR Audiology Podcast, we explore the importance of Educational Audiology Awareness Week with guests Dr. Kristin Jolkowski and Dr. Tori Ashton of the Educational Audiology Association, who highlights the essential role of school hearing screenings. They discuss how early identification of hearing loss impacts students' academic success and the importance of collaboration between educational audiologists, nurses, school staff, and families. The episode also provides valuable resources and advocacy tips to raise awareness and improve hearing support in schools. #EdAudWeek #EdAudAdvocacy For more in...2024-10-2136 minempowEar AudiologyAuditory Processing Unwrapped with Dr. Matthew Barker, Part 2Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Dr. Matthew Barker is the Founder and Director of Acoustic Pioneer. With a Doctorate from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Dr. Barker has dedicated his career to advancing the field of audiology, particularly in the area of auditory processing. Part 2 of this podcast series focuses in on what to do once a child has been identified with an auditory processing deficit and how targeted direct interventions can improve this skill; thus improving reading and learning. His work is driven by a passion for helping children and adults overcome a...2024-10-0531 minempowEar AudiologyAuditory Processing Unwrapped with Dr. Matthew Barker, Part 2Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Dr. Matthew Barker is the Founder and Director of Acoustic Pioneer. With a Doctorate from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Dr. Barker has dedicated his career to advancing the field of audiology, particularly in the area of auditory processing. Part 2 of this podcast series focuses in on what to do once a child has been identified with an auditory processing deficit and how targeted direct interventions can improve this skill; thus improving reading and learning. His work is driven by a passion for helping children and adults overcome a...2024-10-0531 minempowEar AudiologyAuditory Processing Unwrapped with Dr. Matthew Barker: Part 1Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Matthew Barker, Founder and Director of Acoustic Pioneer, and a renowned Audiologist with a specialization in auditory processing. Dr. Barker completed his Doctorate at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 2004, where he focused on testing auditory processing and its crucial role in language development and reading skills. He shares his insights on the significant impact of underdeveloped auditory processing skills, which affect over 10% of elementary/primary school children, causing them to struggle with learning. In Part 1 of this 2...2024-09-0552 minempowEar AudiologyAuditory Processing Unwrapped with Dr. Matthew Barker: Part 1Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Matthew Barker, Founder and Director of Acoustic Pioneer, and a renowned Audiologist with a specialization in auditory processing. Dr. Barker completed his Doctorate at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 2004, where he focused on testing auditory processing and its crucial role in language development and reading skills. He shares his insights on the significant impact of underdeveloped auditory processing skills, which affect over 10% of elementary/primary school children, causing them to struggle with learning. In Part 1 of this 2...2024-09-0552 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Don Goldberg!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for a repeat guest, Dr. Don Goldberg, CCC-SLP/A, FAAA, LSLS Cert. AVT, as we dive into the newly released Test of Auditory Functioning which is a criterion-based test for toddlers through school-age children who are deaf or hard of hearing available from Bluetree Publishing. This episode will explore the who, what, why, and where behind this important testing protocol for professionals who work with individuals who are deaf/hard of hearing. Be sure to visit the links to find out more about Dr. Don on episode 33 as...2024-06-2142 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Don Goldberg!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for a repeat guest, Dr. Don Goldberg, CCC-SLP/A, FAAA, LSLS Cert. AVT, as we dive into the newly released Test of Auditory Functioning which is a criterion-based test for toddlers through school-age children who are deaf or hard of hearing available from Bluetree Publishing. This episode will explore the who, what, why, and where behind this important testing protocol for professionals who work with individuals who are deaf/hard of hearing. Be sure to visit the links to find out more about Dr. Don on episode 33 as...2024-06-2142 min
The Future Is SoundEmpowerEAR - An Audiologist’s Podcast ExperienceIn today’s episode, we are joined by Carrie Spangler, a dedicated professional in the field of education audiology with over 25 years of experience. She also has a passionate personal journey of living successfully with hearing loss. The episode serves as an insightful behind-the-scenes look at her EmpowEar Audiology podcast, highlighting its impact on listeners ranging from professionals and educators to parents and students.
Carrie discusses the planning that goes into crafting each episode, her approach to guest selection, and how the podcast bridges the gap between diverse auditory experiences. She also offers a glimpse into her en...2024-05-1030 minempowEar AudiologyAn Interview With The Deaf Queen Boss, Kellina Powell!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for an interview with the Deaf Queen Boss, Kellina Powell! Kellina is an entrepreneur, coach and author of the book “Everyday I am Just Deaf”. Kellina loves to help people with their personal growth and educate others about the deaf community. At the age of 4 she lost her hearing in both ears. She did not let anything stop her from what she wanted to accomplish. She received her psychology degree from York University and her post graduate certificate in mental health and addiction. You can find Ke...2024-05-0930 minempowEar AudiologyAn Interview With The Deaf Queen Boss, Kellina Powell!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for an interview with the Deaf Queen Boss, Kellina Powell! Kellina is an entrepreneur, coach and author of the book “Everyday I am Just Deaf”. Kellina loves to help people with their personal growth and educate others about the deaf community. At the age of 4 she lost her hearing in both ears. She did not let anything stop her from what she wanted to accomplish. She received her psychology degree from York University and her post graduate certificate in mental health and addiction. You can find Ke...2024-05-0930 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Gil Kaminski!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Today, we're joined by Gil Kaminski, co-founder of Humelan, a Public Benefit Corporation dedicated to guiding individuals through hearing health and wellness. Humelan offers a person-centered approach, community support, and an AI companion app for hearing health. Inspired to address the challenges faced by those with hearing loss, Humelan's vision is to empower human potential through communication equity. On the podcast, Gil shares the backstory of how Humelan got started as well as the powerful mission, vision, and goals. Visit humelan.com, join online communities, foll...2024-03-2628 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Gil Kaminski!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Today, we're joined by Gil Kaminski, co-founder of Humelan, a Public Benefit Corporation dedicated to guiding individuals through hearing health and wellness. Humelan offers a person-centered approach, community support, and an AI companion app for hearing health. Inspired to address the challenges faced by those with hearing loss, Humelan's vision is to empower human potential through communication equity. On the podcast, Gil shares the backstory of how Humelan got started as well as the powerful mission, vision, and goals. Visit humelan.com, join online communities, foll...2024-03-2628 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Jasmine Simmons!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Extraordinary Dr. Jasmine Simmons is inspiring all of empowEAR’s listeners on today’s podcast. Dr. Jasmine is a deafblind audiologist and author who just published the first book in her Usher Syndrome Series called Extraordinary Jordyn and her Bionic Ears. On this podcast you will hear how Dr. Jasmine’s personal and professional experiences captivate this encouraging story about Jordyn who overcomes judgment for her cochlear implant and hearing aid. The diverse case of characters, takes readers on an incredible journey of understanding and empathy. This interview will leave list...2024-03-0130 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Jasmine Simmons!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Extraordinary Dr. Jasmine Simmons is inspiring all of empowEAR’s listeners on today’s podcast. Dr. Jasmine is a deafblind audiologist and author who just published the first book in her Usher Syndrome Series called Extraordinary Jordyn and her Bionic Ears. On this podcast you will hear how Dr. Jasmine’s personal and professional experiences captivate this encouraging story about Jordyn who overcomes judgment for her cochlear implant and hearing aid. The diverse case of characters, takes readers on an incredible journey of understanding and empathy. This interview will leave list...2024-03-0130 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Andrea Warner-Czyz!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me with Dr. Andrea Warner-Czyz for a conversation about the role of social skills and emotional regulation as it relates to children and adolescents who are deaf and hard of hearing. Dr. Warner-Czyz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at The University of Texas at Dallas. In this engaging episode, Andrea shares about her research, peer victimization, and strategies that can be implemented to foster building self-esteem and advocacy through intentional practices and connectivity. ...2024-02-1539 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Andrea Warner-Czyz!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me with Dr. Andrea Warner-Czyz for a conversation about the role of social skills and emotional regulation as it relates to children and adolescents who are deaf and hard of hearing. Dr. Warner-Czyz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at The University of Texas at Dallas. In this engaging episode, Andrea shares about her research, peer victimization, and strategies that can be implemented to foster building self-esteem and advocacy through intentional practices and connectivity. ...2024-02-1539 minempowEar AudiologyBecoming a Certified Coach: A Conversation with Dr. Kari MorgensteinLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Have you ever wanted to take your career to a new level? Do you feel stuck in your personal and professional life? Take a listen to the latest episode of empowEAR Audiology with guest Dr. Kari Morgenstein. Kari is the co-founder of dB Coaching group which focuses on championing and supporting healthcare professionals so they can thrive in their personal and professional lives. Dr. Morgenstein has utilized her life experiences including audiology to implement her passion for supporting women in medicine and challenging the status quo. Dr. Morgenstein is an e...2024-01-1138 minempowEar AudiologyBecoming a Certified Coach: A Conversation with Dr. Kari MorgensteinLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Have you ever wanted to take your career to a new level? Do you feel stuck in your personal and professional life? Take a listen to the latest episode of empowEAR Audiology with guest Dr. Kari Morgenstein. Kari is the co-founder of dB Coaching group which focuses on championing and supporting healthcare professionals so they can thrive in their personal and professional lives. Dr. Morgenstein has utilized her life experiences including audiology to implement her passion for supporting women in medicine and challenging the status quo. Dr. Morgenstein is an e...2024-01-1138 min
TOD POD33: Educational Audiology with Dr. Carrie SpanglerDr. Carrie Spangler discusses advocating for educational audiology, what’s new with equipment, and tips for collaborating with the ed aud!RESOURCES MENTIONED:TranscriptCarrie’s email: empowearaudiology@gmail.comEmpowEAR Audiology PodcastListening Fun on TPT2024-01-0828 minempowEar AudiologyThe 3 A's of Health Literacy - Accurate, Accessible, & Actionable: Sydney Bassard, The ListeningSLPLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!The 3 A’s of Health Literacy - Accurate, Accessible, and Actionable. Today’s episode with Sydney Bassard (The ListeningSLP) takes a deeper dive into the importance of health literacy from a family and professional perspective. Sydney is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist. She received her B.S. in Public Health and her Masters in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Carolina. Her clinical focus is working with individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and those with literacy challenges. Sydney’s motto of listening, learning, and advocating stems from the...2023-12-0727 minempowEar AudiologyThe 3 A's of Health Literacy - Accurate, Accessible, & Actionable: Sydney Bassard, The ListeningSLPLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!The 3 A’s of Health Literacy - Accurate, Accessible, and Actionable. Today’s episode with Sydney Bassard (The ListeningSLP) takes a deeper dive into the importance of health literacy from a family and professional perspective. Sydney is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist. She received her B.S. in Public Health and her Masters in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Carolina. Her clinical focus is working with individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and those with literacy challenges. Sydney’s motto of listening, learning, and advocating stems from the...2023-12-0727 minempowEar AudiologyValli Gideons: Through the FogLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me as I talk with Valli Gideons who is an author, speaker, and mother of two teens who were born with hearing loss. Valli is a repeat guest (go back to episode 29 and hear more of her story). In this episode, we chat about her book “Through the Fog: Navigating Life’s Challenges While Raising Kids with Hearing Loss. Valli shares the parts of her book navigating through the fog as a mom and how even when the future seems unsure, there is a way to find hope and enc...2023-11-0238 minempowEar AudiologyValli Gideons: Through the FogLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me as I talk with Valli Gideons who is an author, speaker, and mother of two teens who were born with hearing loss. Valli is a repeat guest (go back to episode 29 and hear more of her story). In this episode, we chat about her book “Through the Fog: Navigating Life’s Challenges While Raising Kids with Hearing Loss. Valli shares the parts of her book navigating through the fog as a mom and how even when the future seems unsure, there is a way to find hope and enc...2023-11-0238 minempowEar AudiologyEducational Audiology Awareness Week!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Click here for a transcript of the episode Get excited about the first annual Educational Audiology Awareness Week! empowEAR Audiology and EAA have teamed up to kick off the week with an overview podcast!! On today’s episode Dr. Tori Ashton and Dr. Kathi Riley, leadership from the Educational Audiology Association, share exciting activities and advocacy. This event will take place annually in the 3rd week of October. Educational Audiology Awarene...2023-10-1618 minempowEar AudiologyEducational Audiology Awareness Week!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Click here for a transcript of the episode Get excited about the first annual Educational Audiology Awareness Week! empowEAR Audiology and EAA have teamed up to kick off the week with an overview podcast!! On today’s episode Dr. Tori Ashton and Dr. Kathi Riley, leadership from the Educational Audiology Association, share exciting activities and advocacy. This event will take place annually in the 3rd week of October. Educational Audiology Awarene...2023-10-1618 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Erika Gagnon & Erin Thompson!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Did you know that one of the most significant predictors of receptive and expressive language for children who use cochlear implants was the age at which they achieved full-time use of their devices? Achieving full-time use can be a challenge. Join Dr. Erika Gagnon, Au.D., and Erin Thompson, M.S., CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert AVT as we take a deeper dive into the research, factors that impact full-time use and how to use the counseling concept of Hearing Hours Percentage (HHP) to support families and children who are on th...2023-09-1442 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Erika Gagnon & Erin Thompson!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Did you know that one of the most significant predictors of receptive and expressive language for children who use cochlear implants was the age at which they achieved full-time use of their devices? Achieving full-time use can be a challenge. Join Dr. Erika Gagnon, Au.D., and Erin Thompson, M.S., CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert AVT as we take a deeper dive into the research, factors that impact full-time use and how to use the counseling concept of Hearing Hours Percentage (HHP) to support families and children who are on th...2023-09-1442 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Jace Wolfe, Ph.D.!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Click here for a transcript of the episode Take a listen to the latest empowEAR Audiology episode with Dr. Jace Wolfe, Ph.D. who is the Senior Vice President of Innovation at the Oberkotter Foundation and Hearing First. This conversation will highlight the exciting audiology-focused pediatric learning opportunities that are planned for the Hearing First community starting in August 2023 through December 2024. Topics for learning include a stellar lineup of experts on...2023-08-0338 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Jace Wolfe, Ph.D.!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text! Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Click here for a transcript of the episode Take a listen to the latest empowEAR Audiology episode with Dr. Jace Wolfe, Ph.D. who is the Senior Vice President of Innovation at the Oberkotter Foundation and Hearing First. This conversation will highlight the exciting audiology-focused pediatric learning opportunities that are planned for the Hearing First community starting in August 2023 through December 2024. Topics for learning include a stellar lineup of experts on...2023-08-0338 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Sarah Sydlowski!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for a conversation with Dr. Sarah Sydlowski as we dig deeper into why cochlear implants are NOT the last resort for patients with the expanding criteria. In this conversation, we discuss the current referral guideline and walk through a case study to help dispel some of the common misconceptions about referrals. Dr. Sarah Sydlowski, AuD, PhD, MBA, ABA Certified, CISC, is the Audiology Director of the Hearing Implant Program, Audiology Innovation, and Strategic Partnerships Director, and Associate Chief Improvement Officer at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He...2023-06-1545 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Dr. Sarah Sydlowski!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for a conversation with Dr. Sarah Sydlowski as we dig deeper into why cochlear implants are NOT the last resort for patients with the expanding criteria. In this conversation, we discuss the current referral guideline and walk through a case study to help dispel some of the common misconceptions about referrals. Dr. Sarah Sydlowski, AuD, PhD, MBA, ABA Certified, CISC, is the Audiology Director of the Hearing Implant Program, Audiology Innovation, and Strategic Partnerships Director, and Associate Chief Improvement Officer at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He...2023-06-1545 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Thibault Duchemin, the Inventor of AVALet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Thibault Duchemin grew up in Paris, France as the only hearing person in a deaf family. Sign language was his first language, and he experienced from a very early age the multiple challenges that deaf and hard-of-hearing people face in understanding and communicating with the rest of society. Helping his family navigate between the hearing and the deaf worlds led Thibault to found Ava, a mobile-based artificial intelligence that empowers people with hearing disabilities by allowing them converse in real-time with family, friends and coworkers. Thibault holds...2023-04-0746 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Thibault Duchemin, the Inventor of AVALet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Thibault Duchemin grew up in Paris, France as the only hearing person in a deaf family. Sign language was his first language, and he experienced from a very early age the multiple challenges that deaf and hard-of-hearing people face in understanding and communicating with the rest of society. Helping his family navigate between the hearing and the deaf worlds led Thibault to found Ava, a mobile-based artificial intelligence that empowers people with hearing disabilities by allowing them converse in real-time with family, friends and coworkers. Thibault holds...2023-04-0746 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Hilary Davis, Listening Related FatigueLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Have you ever been fatigued from listening? Join me for a conversation with Dr. Hilary Davis as she explains her research on listening-related fatigue and a tool, the Vanderbilt Fatigue Scales, that can be utilized clinically and educationally. Dr. Hilary Davis is a pediatric audiologist at the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center. She is the current past president of the Educational Audiology Association. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas at Austin and her Doctorate of Audiology from Vanderbilt University. She currently sees patients clinically for hea...2023-02-1826 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Hilary Davis, Listening Related FatigueLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Have you ever been fatigued from listening? Join me for a conversation with Dr. Hilary Davis as she explains her research on listening-related fatigue and a tool, the Vanderbilt Fatigue Scales, that can be utilized clinically and educationally. Dr. Hilary Davis is a pediatric audiologist at the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center. She is the current past president of the Educational Audiology Association. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas at Austin and her Doctorate of Audiology from Vanderbilt University. She currently sees patients clinically for hea...2023-02-1826 minempowEar AudiologyChezi Pollack: Teen with Cochlear Implants Shares His Hearing ThoughtsLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me on this empowEARing podcast with Chezi Pollack! Chezi is a teenager with bilateral cochlear implants who has advice for all of us…don’t give up! Life has its challenges, you can climb over those challenges, and greatness will come your way. Chezi was born in the United States and spent his first 11 years here before moving to Isreal. Join me for this empowEARing episode as Chezi shares about the obstacles he has overcome, his cochlear implant journey, a move to his new country of Isreal at the a...2023-01-2628 minempowEar AudiologyChezi Pollack: Teen with Cochlear Implants Shares His Hearing ThoughtsLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me on this empowEARing podcast with Chezi Pollack! Chezi is a teenager with bilateral cochlear implants who has advice for all of us…don’t give up! Life has its challenges, you can climb over those challenges, and greatness will come your way. Chezi was born in the United States and spent his first 11 years here before moving to Isreal. Join me for this empowEARing episode as Chezi shares about the obstacles he has overcome, his cochlear implant journey, a move to his new country of Isreal at the a...2023-01-2628 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Chad Ruffin, MD!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for a personal and professional discussion about how a personal journey of living with hearing loss created a professional path to becoming a deaf ENT surgeon with Dr. Chad Ruffin. Dr. Ruffin was born with severe hearing loss and is uniquely equipped with the skills and experience to improve the lives of individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. Dr. Ruffin completed his surgical training at Indiana University. He is passionate about using his journey as a deaf patient, surgeon, auditory neuroscientist, and hearing technology innovator to...2023-01-1457 minempowEar AudiologyA Conversation with Chad Ruffin, MD!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me for a personal and professional discussion about how a personal journey of living with hearing loss created a professional path to becoming a deaf ENT surgeon with Dr. Chad Ruffin. Dr. Ruffin was born with severe hearing loss and is uniquely equipped with the skills and experience to improve the lives of individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. Dr. Ruffin completed his surgical training at Indiana University. He is passionate about using his journey as a deaf patient, surgeon, auditory neuroscientist, and hearing technology innovator to...2023-01-1457 minempowEar AudiologyGRATEFUL for 50 Episodes!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join Dr. Carrie Spangler, host of empowEAR Audiology, in this gratefulness episode. Living out the mission of the 3C Digital Media Network, Dr. Spangler shares how she is grateful to personally be able to connect, collaborate, and communicate through her cochlear implant journey AND grateful to be the host of empowEAR Audiology and interview the multitude of guests. Take a listen to this GRATEFUL-themed episode reflecting back on the 2022 personal and professional journey, the lessons, and the growth. Links: hearingspanglish.blog You can listen to thi...2022-12-2213 minempowEar AudiologyGRATEFUL for 50 Episodes!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join Dr. Carrie Spangler, host of empowEAR Audiology, in this gratefulness episode. Living out the mission of the 3C Digital Media Network, Dr. Spangler shares how she is grateful to personally be able to connect, collaborate, and communicate through her cochlear implant journey AND grateful to be the host of empowEAR Audiology and interview the multitude of guests. Take a listen to this GRATEFUL-themed episode reflecting back on the 2022 personal and professional journey, the lessons, and the growth. Links: hearingspanglish.blog You can listen to thi...2022-12-2213 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Matt Bush: Health Disparities In Hearing HealthLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me in a conversation about how social determinants of health are critical conversation and considerations for improving hearing health care for individuals and families. Dr. Matthew L. Bush is an otolaryngologist, neurotologist, and professor at the University of Kentucky. He received his medical degree from the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine in Huntington, W.Va. He then completed an Otolaryngology research fellowship and a Neurotology and Cranial Base Surgery fellowship at The Ohio State University Medical Center and Nationwide Children's Hospital Research Institute in Columbus. Dr...2022-12-0258 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Matt Bush: Health Disparities In Hearing HealthLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me in a conversation about how social determinants of health are critical conversation and considerations for improving hearing health care for individuals and families. Dr. Matthew L. Bush is an otolaryngologist, neurotologist, and professor at the University of Kentucky. He received his medical degree from the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine in Huntington, W.Va. He then completed an Otolaryngology research fellowship and a Neurotology and Cranial Base Surgery fellowship at The Ohio State University Medical Center and Nationwide Children's Hospital Research Institute in Columbus. Dr...2022-12-0258 minempowEar AudiologyRebecca Alexander: Living with AdversityLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me in a moving conversation with Rebecca Alexander. In this conversation, Rebecca takes a deep dive into her own life that she has graciously shared in her published book “Not Fade Away: A Memoir of Senses Lost and Found”. Rebecca is a psychotherapist, extreme athlete, and activist. She grew up in Northern California and holds 2 master’s degrees from Columbia University. She lives in New York City. She was born with Usher syndrome Type III. In this podcast she shares her incredible story, the importance of feeling emotions and livin...2022-10-2053 minempowEar AudiologyRebecca Alexander: Living with AdversityLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me in a moving conversation with Rebecca Alexander. In this conversation, Rebecca takes a deep dive into her own life that she has graciously shared in her published book “Not Fade Away: A Memoir of Senses Lost and Found”. Rebecca is a psychotherapist, extreme athlete, and activist. She grew up in Northern California and holds 2 master’s degrees from Columbia University. She lives in New York City. She was born with Usher syndrome Type III. In this podcast she shares her incredible story, the importance of feeling emotions and livin...2022-10-2053 minempowEar AudiologyRally Caps with Jodi CutlerLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!It is Official!!! Rally Caps was selected for the 31st Heartland International Film Festival in Indianapolis starting the week of October 10-16, 2022. This book to film shines a positive spotlight on deafness, cochlear implants, sports, and friendship. Join me as I talk with the woman who made this happen, Jodi Cutler. The message about accessibility and inclusion will be on the big screen thanks to Jodi's passion and purpose. Grab your popcorn and get your tickets now. Premiere Link: https://tickets.heartlandfilmfestival.org/.../rally-caps... Encore Li...2022-10-0623 minempowEar AudiologyRally Caps with Jodi CutlerLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!It is Official!!! Rally Caps was selected for the 31st Heartland International Film Festival in Indianapolis starting the week of October 10-16, 2022. This book to film shines a positive spotlight on deafness, cochlear implants, sports, and friendship. Join me as I talk with the woman who made this happen, Jodi Cutler. The message about accessibility and inclusion will be on the big screen thanks to Jodi's passion and purpose. Grab your popcorn and get your tickets now. Premiere Link: https://tickets.heartlandfilmfestival.org/.../rally-caps... Encore Li...2022-10-0623 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Uma Soman: Opportunities Listening TogetherLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Opportunities are the theme of this podcast. Dr. Uma Soman is an assistant professor at Fontbonne University, nonprofit director for Listening Together, and teacher of the deaf/hard of hearing and listening and spoken language specialist. In this podcast, she discusses the opportunities that she has personally and professionally experienced to pay it forward. Dr. Soman shares about the nonprofit, Listening Together, which focuses on advancing the education and rehabilitation of children who are deaf and hard of hearing through parent empowerment, professional development, and public awareness around the w...2022-09-0950 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Uma Soman: Opportunities Listening TogetherLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Opportunities are the theme of this podcast. Dr. Uma Soman is an assistant professor at Fontbonne University, nonprofit director for Listening Together, and teacher of the deaf/hard of hearing and listening and spoken language specialist. In this podcast, she discusses the opportunities that she has personally and professionally experienced to pay it forward. Dr. Soman shares about the nonprofit, Listening Together, which focuses on advancing the education and rehabilitation of children who are deaf and hard of hearing through parent empowerment, professional development, and public awareness around the w...2022-09-0950 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Ivette Cejas, Psychologist: Parental Stress & Self-Efficacy SupportLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Stress is a part of every parenting/family journey. This parenting stress can be compounding when a child is deaf/hard of hearing. Join me in a conversation with Dr. Ivette Cejas, licensed psychologist, Associate Professor at the University of Miami Ear Institute, and Director of Family Support Services at the University of Miami Children’s Hearing Program. Dr. Cejas is a well-known researcher in the area of pediatric hearing loss. She specializes in psychoeducational evaluations for deaf or hard of hearing children, as well as mental health therapy for...2022-08-2546 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Ivette Cejas, Psychologist: Parental Stress & Self-Efficacy SupportLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Stress is a part of every parenting/family journey. This parenting stress can be compounding when a child is deaf/hard of hearing. Join me in a conversation with Dr. Ivette Cejas, licensed psychologist, Associate Professor at the University of Miami Ear Institute, and Director of Family Support Services at the University of Miami Children’s Hearing Program. Dr. Cejas is a well-known researcher in the area of pediatric hearing loss. She specializes in psychoeducational evaluations for deaf or hard of hearing children, as well as mental health therapy for...2022-08-2546 minempowEar AudiologyLynn Wood: Listening with LynnLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 Spoken Language Specialist with over 35 years of experience. She is an audiologist by degree and specializes in pediatric LSL auditory verbal therapy, post cochlear implant auditory rehabilitation for children and adults, and therapy for individuals with auditory pro...2022-08-0549 minempowEar AudiologyLynn Wood: Listening with LynnLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 Spoken Language Specialist with over 35 years of experience. She is an audiologist by degree and specializes in pediatric LSL auditory verbal therapy, post cochlear implant auditory rehabilitation for children and adults, and therapy for individuals with auditory pro...2022-08-0549 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Johnnie Sexton, Au.D.: Changing the Culture of CommunicationLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 decades. He has devoted his energy to redefining counseling for families with children who have hearing challenges and the professionals who provide services through The CARE Project, serving as Executive Director, for the advancement of family, professional, and pre-professional training op...2022-07-1456 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Johnnie Sexton, Au.D.: Changing the Culture of CommunicationLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 decades. He has devoted his energy to redefining counseling for families with children who have hearing challenges and the professionals who provide services through The CARE Project, serving as Executive Director, for the advancement of family, professional, and pre-professional training op...2022-07-1456 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Jessica Hoefler: Unlocking Representation for Children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing Through Piper's KeyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 Service Center. She is also a strong and dedicated mother of 3. Piper’s Key was formed in memory of her middle child, Piper, who passed away after 27 days on earth due to Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA type 0). Had Piper survived, she woul...2022-06-2328 minempowEar AudiologyDr. Jessica Hoefler: Unlocking Representation for Children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing Through Piper's KeyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 Service Center. She is also a strong and dedicated mother of 3. Piper’s Key was formed in memory of her middle child, Piper, who passed away after 27 days on earth due to Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA type 0). Had Piper survived, she woul...2022-06-2328 minempowEar AudiologyGrowing Stronger in Acceptance and AdvocacyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 with hearing aids, and becoming more and more comfortable with being hard of hearing and advocating. Sara’s vulnerability is courage for others who are trying to “be fine” on the outside while furiously paddling underneath the surfa...2022-06-0251 minempowEar AudiologyGrowing Stronger in Acceptance and AdvocacyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 with hearing aids, and becoming more and more comfortable with being hard of hearing and advocating. Sara’s vulnerability is courage for others who are trying to “be fine” on the outside while furiously paddling underneath the surfa...2022-06-0251 minempowEar AudiologyComposing a Soundtrack of SilenceLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 found out that he was going to lose his hearing. At first, he was in denial but when the sound started slipping away, he wanted to mentally capture and curate a soundtrack of songs about freedom, tra...2022-05-121h 00empowEar AudiologyComposing a Soundtrack of SilenceLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 found out that he was going to lose his hearing. At first, he was in denial but when the sound started slipping away, he wanted to mentally capture and curate a soundtrack of songs about freedom, tra...2022-05-121h 00empowEar AudiologyDo What You Love To Be The Leader in You!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 person is a leader within. Each of us has a story to share and we have the opportunity to rewrite the story that we live. Gayla has extensive experiences and roles that have shaped her servant lea...2022-04-2143 minempowEar AudiologyDo What You Love To Be The Leader in You!Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 person is a leader within. Each of us has a story to share and we have the opportunity to rewrite the story that we live. Gayla has extensive experiences and roles that have shaped her servant lea...2022-04-2143 minempowEar AudiologyLisa Kovacs: "What Works for Your Child is What Makes the Choice Right!"Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 child who is deaf/hard of hearing and provides our listeners with thoughtful, reflective advice. Lisa is also employed by the Hands and Voices organization which is a parent-driven organization that supports families with children who are dea...2022-03-1346 minempowEar AudiologyLisa Kovacs: "What Works for Your Child is What Makes the Choice Right!"Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 child who is deaf/hard of hearing and provides our listeners with thoughtful, reflective advice. Lisa is also employed by the Hands and Voices organization which is a parent-driven organization that supports families with children who are dea...2022-03-1346 minempowEar AudiologyAssessment & Training Trends for SLPS Working with Students who are DHHLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 an Associate Professor of Speech-Language Pathology at Idaho State University. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Speech-Language Hearing Sciences from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. Kristi's professional and research focus is to ensure children who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing reach their full potential...2022-02-2434 minempowEar AudiologyAssessment & Training Trends for SLPS Working with Students who are DHHLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!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 an Associate Professor of Speech-Language Pathology at Idaho State University. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Speech-Language Hearing Sciences from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. Kristi's professional and research focus is to ensure children who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing reach their full potential...2022-02-2434 minempowEar AudiologyHow to Advocate for Educational Audiology When the Service Does Not ExistLet's continue the conversation- send me a text! 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 she shares how her grassroots efforts have grown to provide the IDEA related services to multiple districts across Massachusetts. She received her undergraduate degree in communication disorders and education and he...2022-02-1042 minempowEar AudiologyHow to Advocate for Educational Audiology When the Service Does Not ExistLet's continue the conversation- send me a text! 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 she shares how her grassroots efforts have grown to provide the IDEA related services to multiple districts across Massachusetts. She received her undergraduate degree in communication disorders and education and he...2022-02-1042 minempowEar Audiology25 Episodes!!! Time to CelebrateLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Exactly 1 Year ago today the empowEAr audiology podcast was released. Today is not only a celebration of 1 year, but also a celebration of the 25th episode. 25 is a great # to celebrate whether it is a birthday, anniversary, or the 25th empowEAR audiology podcast. What are you waiting to celebrate? I encourage you to believe in yourself and make the most of what gifts and talents you were made for. IN celebration of 1 year and 25 episodes, I wanted to dedicate this episode to reflecting, refreshing and restarting. Today I wil...2021-08-1214 minempowEar Audiology25 Episodes!!! Time to CelebrateLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Exactly 1 Year ago today the empowEAr audiology podcast was released. Today is not only a celebration of 1 year, but also a celebration of the 25th episode. 25 is a great # to celebrate whether it is a birthday, anniversary, or the 25th empowEAR audiology podcast. What are you waiting to celebrate? I encourage you to believe in yourself and make the most of what gifts and talents you were made for. IN celebration of 1 year and 25 episodes, I wanted to dedicate this episode to reflecting, refreshing and restarting. Today I wil...2021-08-1214 minempowEar AudiologyWhat is Bimodal Hearing? A Discussion with Rene GiffordLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!What is bimodal hearing? Take a listen to the latest empowEAR Audiology podcast with Dr. Rene Gifford to find out more. In this episode Dr. Gifford goes deeper into what bimodal hearing is, what the criteria for candidacy, what are the outcomes for bimodal hearing, benefits and challenges of bimodal hearing and much more. Dr. Gifford is currently the Director of the Cochlear Implant Program at the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center in the Division of Audiology as well as the Director of the Cochlear Implant Research Laboratory and Professor in...2021-07-1649 minempowEar AudiologyWhat is Bimodal Hearing? A Discussion with Rene GiffordLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!What is bimodal hearing? Take a listen to the latest empowEAR Audiology podcast with Dr. Rene Gifford to find out more. In this episode Dr. Gifford goes deeper into what bimodal hearing is, what the criteria for candidacy, what are the outcomes for bimodal hearing, benefits and challenges of bimodal hearing and much more. Dr. Gifford is currently the Director of the Cochlear Implant Program at the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center in the Division of Audiology as well as the Director of the Cochlear Implant Research Laboratory and Professor in...2021-07-1649 minempowEar AudiologyKarin Weiser: Rewrite Your Story & Walk Your TalkLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Meet Karin Weiser. British by birth, global by choice. Karin has lived and worked in nine countries across four continents. Extensive travel, European roots and cultural savviness give her a license to operate globally. Karin is an International Business Coach (ICF) and writer. She is ambitious in helping international professionals write the next chapter of their career story with 1-1 coaching. Her own story has been rewritten many times, which has led her to work with storytelling. Her fascination with the human mind and resilience shown in the face of...2021-06-0339 minempowEar AudiologyKarin Weiser: Rewrite Your Story & Walk Your TalkLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Meet Karin Weiser. British by birth, global by choice. Karin has lived and worked in nine countries across four continents. Extensive travel, European roots and cultural savviness give her a license to operate globally. Karin is an International Business Coach (ICF) and writer. She is ambitious in helping international professionals write the next chapter of their career story with 1-1 coaching. Her own story has been rewritten many times, which has led her to work with storytelling. Her fascination with the human mind and resilience shown in the face of...2021-06-0339 minempowEar AudiologyRyan McCreery Discusses the Importance of Research In AudiologyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me in the latest empowEAR Audiology episode as I sit down with a respected leader in the field of audiology, Dr. Ryan McCreery. Dr. McCeery is the Director of Research at Boys Town National Research Hospital. During this episode, we take a deep dive into the importance of research in the field of audiology as well as his own research directly related to clinical outcomes that have led to optimized clinical protocols for fitting hearing aids in kids with hearing loss. Also, a huge congratulations to Dr. McCreery for...2021-03-1852 minempowEar AudiologyRyan McCreery Discusses the Importance of Research In AudiologyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Join me in the latest empowEAR Audiology episode as I sit down with a respected leader in the field of audiology, Dr. Ryan McCreery. Dr. McCeery is the Director of Research at Boys Town National Research Hospital. During this episode, we take a deep dive into the importance of research in the field of audiology as well as his own research directly related to clinical outcomes that have led to optimized clinical protocols for fitting hearing aids in kids with hearing loss. Also, a huge congratulations to Dr. McCreery for...2021-03-1852 minempowEar AudiologyWhat Is Your Purpose?Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Welcome to the first official episode of the EmpowEAR Audiology podcast. Carrie Spangler, your passionate host, takes a deeper dive into her own personal life of living with hearing loss and how it became her purpose. Going through the cycles of grief, Carrie summarizes the vast array of emotions and experiences (both good and bad) of the hearing journey. Rick Warren quotes “that character is both developed and revealed by tests, and all of life is a test”. I challenge each of you to reflect back on your own life te...2020-08-1240 minempowEar AudiologyWhat Is Your Purpose?Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Welcome to the first official episode of the EmpowEAR Audiology podcast. Carrie Spangler, your passionate host, takes a deeper dive into her own personal life of living with hearing loss and how it became her purpose. Going through the cycles of grief, Carrie summarizes the vast array of emotions and experiences (both good and bad) of the hearing journey. Rick Warren quotes “that character is both developed and revealed by tests, and all of life is a test”. I challenge each of you to reflect back on your own life te...2020-08-1240 min
EmpowEar AudiologyWhat Is Your Purpose?Welcome to the first episode of the EmpowEAR Audiology podcast. Carrie Spangler, your host, takes a deeper dive into her life of living with hearing loss & how it became her purpose. Going through the cycles of grief, Carrie summarizes the vast array of emotions & experiences of the hearing journey. Rick Warren quotes “that character is both developed & revealed by tests, & all of life is a test”. I challenge you to reflect on your own life tests & see how they have challenged your own purpose!2020-08-1240 minempowEar AudiologyAn Introduction to EmpowEAR AudiologyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Welcome to the introduction of the empowEAR audiology podcast!! Take a listen and find out how your host Dr. Carrie Spangler, a passionate audiologist with a personal hearing loss journey will empowEAR you! Listen in and communicate with Carrie as she threads pieces of her own personal and professional journey while hosting incredible guests who have their own journeys. If you want to be empowEARed or just want to hear some great hearing and listening advice, subscribe and don’t miss an episode.For more information about Dr...2020-08-1205 min
EmpowEar AudiologyAn Introduction to EmpowEAR AudiologyWelcome to the introduction of the empowEAR audiology podcast!! Take a listen and find out how your host Dr. Carrie Spangler, a passionate audiologist with a personal hearing loss journey will empowEAR you! Listen in and communicate with Carrie as she threads pieces of her own personal and professional journey while hosting incredible guests who have their own journeys. If you want to be empowEARed or just want to hear some great hearing and listening advice, subscribe and don’t miss an episode.2020-08-1205 minempowEar AudiologyAn Introduction to EmpowEAR AudiologyLet's continue the conversation- send me a text!Welcome to the introduction of the empowEAR audiology podcast!! Take a listen and find out how your host Dr. Carrie Spangler, a passionate audiologist with a personal hearing loss journey will empowEAR you! Listen in and communicate with Carrie as she threads pieces of her own personal and professional journey while hosting incredible guests who have their own journeys. If you want to be empowEARed or just want to hear some great hearing and listening advice, subscribe and don’t miss an episode.For more information about Dr...2020-08-1205 min