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#5 Part 2: It’s all about Balance! The Vestibular System with Dr. Sharon Cushing and Melissa Hazen 19.09.2026 35p

This is the second part of the vestibular episode! Host Maria Khan, an audiologist and co-producer of the podcast, continues our discussion with Dr. Karen Gordon, Dr. Sharon Cushing and Melissa Hazen. Dr. Sharon Cushing is an Otolaryngologist at The Hospital for Sick Children, Director of the Cochlear Implant Program and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto. Melissa Hazen is a clinical audiologist at The Hospital for Sick Children and a PhD candidate in the Archie's Cochlear Implant Lab. Part two jumps right into Melissa's research, the three parts of her PhD and how this research translates into real life. Transcript of S5E5 Recorded on July 30, 2025 Produced by Maria Khan Music composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin, Otolaryngologist-in-Chief, Department of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery) at the Hospital for Sick Children

#5 Part 1: It’s all about Balance! The Vestibular System with Dr. Sharon Cushing and Melissa Hazen 19.09.2026 26p

Finally, in the fifth episode of season 5, we get dizzy with the vestibular system. Host Maria Khan, an audiologist and co-producer of the podcast, chats with Dr. Karen Gordon, Dr. Sharon Cushing and Melissa Hazen. Dr. Sharon Cushing was featured in previous episodes; she is an Otolaryngologist at The Hospital for Sick Children, Director of the Cochlear Implant Program and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto. Melissa Hazen is a clinical audiologist at The Hospital for Sick Children and a PhD candidate in the Archie's Cochlear Implant Lab, whose research is focused on children with hearing loss who also have vestibular issues and how that translates into developmental and spatial abilities. In the first part of the episode, we defined balance and reviewed the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system. We looked at what it looks like in a child and what a vestibular deficit can do in terms of somebody's day-to-day function. Transcript of S5E5Recorded on July 30, 2025 Produced by Maria Khan Music composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin, Otolaryngologist-in-Chief, Department of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery) at the Hospital for Sick Children

#4: From Research to Real Life: Single-sided Deafness with Dr. Sharon Cushing, Hanne Bartel and Harrison Gao 19.09.2026 1ó 13p

In the fourth episode of season 5, we peek into the world of single-sided deafness or LUHU (limited usable hearing unilaterally). Host May Wang chats with Dr. Karen Gordon, Dr. Sharon Cushing, Harrison Gao, and Hanne Bartel. May is completing a BSc in Food, Nutrition and Health at the University of British Columbia and has lived experience with single-sided deafness. Dr. Sharon Cushing is an Otolaryngologist at the Hospital for Sick Children, Director of the Cochlear Implant Program and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto. Hanne Bartels completed her MD at KU Leuven and is a PhD Candidate at the University of Toronto, whose research is focused on single-sided deafness. Last but not least, Harrison Gao is a medical student at the University of Toronto. This episode explores first-hand experiences of single-sided deafness, rehabilitation, and ongoing research in the field! Transcript of S5E4 Previous episodes featuring Dr. Sharon Cushing: S1E1: Binaural Hearing: The Where and Why with Dr. Ruth Litovsky S1E2: Hearing Lessons from an Engineer with Dr. Deniz Başkent S1E3: Electro-acoustic Hearing: An Odd Combination that Works with Dr. René Gifford S1E4: Cochlear Implants: An Expert-insider’s View with Dr. Lina ReissS1E5: Hearing in all Corners of the Globe with Dr. Viji Easwar Recorded on Aug 8, 2025 Produced by Maria Khan Music composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin, Otolaryngologist-in-Chief, Department of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery) at the Hospital for Sick Children

#3: Hear all about Learning and Memory with Dr. Claire McSweeney, Naureen Sohail and Anna Ishchuk 19.09.2026 35p

In the third episode of season 5, we take a detour from hearing devices to look at the relationship between hearing, learning and memory. Hosts Annika Gasee, Nimrat Chani chat with Dr. Karen Gordon and three amazing guests! Our first guest is Dr. Claire McSweeney, who is a general surgery resident in the US and previously completed a MSc with the Archie’s Cochlear Implant Lab. Our second guest is Naureen Sohail, an Auditory-Verbal Therapist with the Cochlear Implant Program at The Hospital for Sick Children. Our third guest is Anna Ishchuk, a medical student at the University of Toronto, completed a MSc with the Archie’s Cochlear Implant Lab. Her research focused on sound localization in children with cochlear implants and how audiovisual training could improve localization. Nimrat, a Public Health student at the University of Waterloo and bilateral cochlear implant user and Annika, a Health Science student at Wilfrid Laurier University, whose brother has cochlear implants, bring their own experiences of hearing loss to the discussion. This episode looks at the relationship between education, language development, and hearing loss as well as how children can be supported in these environments. Transcript of S5E3 Recorded on Dec 7, 2025 Produced by Maria Khan Music composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin, Otolaryngologist-in-Chief, Department of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery) at the Hospital for Sick Children

#2: Best of Both Worlds! Bimodal Hearing with Dr. Melissa Polonenko and Dr. Robel Alemu 19.09.2026 54p

In the second episode of season 5, we are looking at bimodal hearing, the combination of a hearing aid and a cochlear implant. Host and co-producer Maryam Othman chats with Dr. Karen Gordon, Dr. Melissa Polonenko and Dr. Robel Alemu! Our first guest is Dr. Melissa Polonenko, Principal Investigator at the PoloLab at the University of Minnesota. Her lab focuses on developing new ways to assess hearing, vestibular, and multi-sensory function and to evaluate outcomes with hearing devices. Our second guest is Dr. Robel Alemu, who recently completed his PhD at Archie's Cochlear Implant Lab. His research focused on binaural hearing in children with hearing prosthetics using behavioural and electrophysiological measures of hearing. Maryam brings her lived experiences into the discussion as she uses bimodal hearing and is a medical student at Western University. This episode looks at the basis of bimodal hearing, how it impacts spatial hearing, auditory development, and how parents of children with bimodal hearing can support their hearing journeys. Transcript of S5E2 PoloLab Website Recorded on Oct 13, 2025 Produced by Maria Khan Music composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin, Otolaryngologist-in-Chief, Department of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery) at the Hospital for Sick Children

#1: The Past and Future of Cochlear Implants: Bilateral Cochlear Implantation with Dr. Carly Anderson 19.09.2026 44p

In the first episode of season 5, we explore the bread and butter of implantable hearing devices: Bilateral cochlear implantation. Host Sofia Olaizola chats with Dr. Karen Gordon and Dr. Carly Anderson. Dr. Karen Gordon is a senior scientist and director of research at the Archie’s Lab Cochlear Implant Lab. She is a professor in the Department of Otolaryngology and a graduate faculty member in the Institute of Medical Science at the University of Toronto. Dr. Karen Gordon will be featured in all of the episodes this season! Dr. Carly Anderson is a lecturer in neuroscience at Lancaster University who studies multimodal communication and plasticity. This episode looks at the beginnings of cochlear implants and how research shapes our current approaches to surgery, rehabilitation, language development and auditory processing. Sofia, who is completing her MSc in Audiology at Dalhousie University, brings a perspective of a bilaterally implanted user and shares her experiences with cochlear implants. Transcript of S5E1 Dr. Carly Anderson at Lancaster University Previous episodes featuring Dr. Carly Anderson: #3: Insights from Early Career Hearing Researchers with Dr. Hannah Stewart and Dr. Carly Anderson Recorded on Oct 10, 2025 Produced by Maria Khan Music composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin, Otolaryngologist-in-Chief, Department of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery) at the Hospital for Sick Children

#4: Hearing Loss at Home and in the World: Daily Realities 25.06.2025 51p

In this final episode of season 4, members of the Hear Here Podcast take a heartfelt walk down memory lane, reflecting on early childhood experiences and the initial stages of recognizing or being diagnosed with hearing loss. As the members share their stories, they express the social and emotional impact of growing up with hearing loss and how their families best supported them. Finally, the members reflect on self-advocacy, navigating social interactions and relationships, and the broader impact of hearing loss on childhood development. Produced by Annika GaseeMusic composed and performed by ⁠Dr. Blake Papsin⁠

#3 Part 2: Fitting In While Tuning Out: Hearing Loss in High School 25.06.2025 34p

Picking up from part 1, members of the Hear Here Podcast continue the conversation about high school. The team chats about their experiences with technological support such as FM systems, both the easy and the challenging. They also look back to how virtual schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted their social lives and academics. To end off the second half of episode 3, the team share pivotal experiences in high school that made an impact on their identities as people who live with hearing loss. Produced by Maria KhanMusic composed and performed by ⁠Dr. Blake Papsin⁠

#3 Part 1: Fitting In While Tuning Out: Hearing Loss in High School 25.06.2025 29p

In this episode, members of the Hear Here Podcast dive into the high school experience. The team chats about supports in the classroom and how, and why their preferences changed from their days in elementary school. The team shares their experiences of independence and how self-advocacy about their hearing loss played a role as they navigate high school. We continue this riveting conversation in part 2! Produced by Maria KhanMusic composed and performed by ⁠Dr. Blake Papsin⁠

#2: Turn Up the Volume Please: Hearing Devices in Elementary School 25.06.2025 33p

In this episode, members of the Hear Here Podcast share their diverse personal experiences on the use of assistive hearing devices, such as the FM system, and other accommodations and strategies they have found effective in improving the learning experience as they navigated the classroom environment as young children. Throughout the conversation, members shed light on the benefits and limitations of various hearing technologies and recall childhood memories of their itinerant teacher as well as other forms of support that have made a lasting impact on their growth. Produced by May Wang & Maria Khan Music composed and performed by ⁠Dr. Blake Papsin⁠

#1: The Invisible Exhaustion: Let's Talk Hearing Fatigue 25.06.2025 44p

In this episode, members of our team share their personal experiences living with hearing fatigue. Hearing fatigue is the mental and physical exhaustion that can come from the simple act of listening. From the constant effort to follow conversations to the toll it takes by the end of the day, we unpack what hearing fatigue feels like and why it happens. Through honest conversation, we explore how it impacts daily life, how we cope, and what we wish others understood.Produced by Sofia Olaizola & Maryam OthmanMusic composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin

Hear Here Podcast Season 4 Introduction 25.06.2025 1ó 2p

In previous seasons of the Hear Here Podcast, we had conversations with ENT surgeons, audiologists and researchers to understand the science behind hearing loss. In season 4, our listeners can expect something a little bit different and very exciting! Our host, Hanne Bartels, PhD Candidate in the Archie's Cochlear Implant Lab chats with Dr. Karen Gordon, Senior Scientist and Director of Research of Archie’s Cochlear Implant Lab at the at the Hospital for Sick Children, to learn more about the inspiration of season 4, lived experiences of our team and Hanne delves into her own PhD research! Produced by Hanne Bartels Music composed and performed by ⁠Dr. Blake Papsin⁠

Hear Here Podcast Season 4 Highlights 25.06.2025 14p

Welcome to the season 4 of the Hear Here Podcast! We are turning the microphones inward to our Hear Here Podcast team to hear their very valuable insights and thoughts! Here are some of the best highlights from the season and a little sneak peak to an amazing season!Produced by Hanne BartelsTheme music composed and performed by Dr. Blake Papsin

#5: Early Intervention and Beyond: Connecting with childhood Speech Language Pathologist from India 25.11.2024 25p

In this final but heartwarming episode of season 3 of the Hear Here Podvcast, Nimrat Chani connects with her former Speech Language Pathologist from India, Dr. Gurinder Kaur. She explores and explains the unique challenges and triumphs in the field of speech therapy across cultural backgrounds. Dr.Kaur shares her journey from early career inspiration about 30 years ago to creating memorable moments working with young patients, including working with Nimrat Chani. Together they discuss the differences in healthcare systems and resources between India and Canada, how it evolves on technology, community support and economic factors shapes the practice of speech therapy. This episode dives in heartfelt conversation about power of speech therapy and resilience required to innovate in low resources settings, and the impact on early childhood interventions.

#4: Behind the Scenes in the World of Sales in the Hearing Loss Industry 25.11.2024 28p

In this episode, Annika Gasee interviews Angela Bottley, a clinical sales manager related to electroneurophysiology from Vivosonic. Angela discusses the technical aspect of the program that is used to diagnose hearing loss, which consists of an infant screening program and the recording responses from babies. Additionally, we learn about the work she does with Audiologists and customers worldwide to provide support for the products that she sells to them from Vivosonic. She shares her unique career path along with how she anticipates her career and products will change overtime with AI.

#3: From Patient to Audiologist: A Thoughtful Discussion with Dana Song 29.10.2024 30p

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of a paediatric audiologist who was once a patient herself. Sofia Olaizola sits down with Dana Song, audiologist, who offers a unique perspective on how her personal experiences shaped her career, discusses common concerns about wearing hearing devices, and reflects on how her shared experiences with families foster deep connections and trust. She shares what a day in the life of an audiologist looks like in a paediatric hospital and how each day varies with the diverse range of cases seen in children with hearing loss.

#2: Exploring the Student World of Audiology with Masters-PhD Student Danielle DiFabio 29.10.2024 37p

In the second episode, we are exploring the what is it like to study Audiology. Maria Khan is joined by Danielle DiFabio, a Combined MClSc-PhD student in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorder at Western University. Danielle discusses her PhD thesis, developing a clinical framework to enhance caregiver participation in family-centered virtual care, looking at the methodology, results so far, and future goals. She also shares how she finds the clinical portion of the program so far and what she does to balance a Masters and PhD.

#1: A Unique Perspective to the Field of Medicine with Audiologist-Otolaryngologist Dr. Renee Michelle Banakis-Hartl 29.10.2024 33p

In the first episode of season 3, May Wang joins Dr. Renee Michelle Banakis Hartl, an otolaryngologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Banakis Hartl sheds light on the pivotal moments that influenced her unique career journey, starting with her earlier experiences that inspired her to study speech-language pathology in university and become an audiologist, followed by her decision to pursue a career in medicine as an otolaryngologist. Dr. Banakis Hartl shares some of the highlights and challenges she encountered during the career transition, and also provides insightful advice to aspiring audiology and medical students.

#3: Insights from Early Career Hearing Researchers with Dr. Hannah Stewart and Dr. Carly Anderson 06.11.2023 38p

Dr. Hannah Stewart is a pediatric, cognitive auditory neuroscientist at Lancaster University and Dr. Carly Anderson is a Sir Henry Welcome Postdoctoral Research fellow at the University College London. The pair talk about life as early career researchers; research communication and their own podcast, Unscientific; as well as the importance of peer support in academia. Dr. Hannah Stewart’s Profile Dr. Carly Anderson’s Profile

#2: Behind the Scenes of the Hear Here Podcast with Sofia Olaizola and Maria Khan 21.08.2023 32p

Sofia Olaizola and Maria Khan, the students behind Hear Here talk about how they got involved in cochlear implant research, why audiology is important to them and what it's like to run the Hear Here Podcast. S2E2 Transcript Episode Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to the Episode (01:40) Introductions to the Podcast Team (03:54) Getting Involved with CI Research and Role of Audiology (25:24) The BTS of Creating this Podcast

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