Episode 48 - Hearing and Home Theater with Dr. Bethany Anderson

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?