This month on Sound Discussion, we’re diving deep into the essential topic of hearing health with two incredible experts in the field, Dr. Frank Wartinger and Dr. Juan Vasquez.

Dr. Wartinger, the founder of Earmark Hearing Conservation in Philadelphia, and Dr. Vasquez, a passionate audiologist based in Chicago, join us to share their wealth of knowledge on how to protect your hearing in the music industry.

As musicians, engineers, and music lovers, we often take our hearing for granted. In this episode, we explore the importance of hearing conservation and discuss practical strategies to maintain hearing health while performing or attending live events. From the dangers of high decibel levels to the types of hearing protection available, Frank and Juan break down what you need to know to keep your ears safe.

We also touch on common misconceptions about hearing loss, the significance of using in-ear monitors correctly, and the impact of modern technology on our auditory health. With insights from their podcast, Talking Ears, our guests provide valuable tips for musicians at every stage of their careers.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in music, whether you're on stage, behind the mixing board, or enjoying a concert from the crowd. Join us for an engaging and enlightening conversation that could change the way you think about sound and hearing!

For more information about our guests, check them out here:

Dr. Frank Wartinger: https://www.earmarkhc.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earmark_hearing/

Dr. Juan Vasquez: https://www.tunedcare.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tunedcare/

Listen to their podcast, Talking Ears: https://talkingears.podbean.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingearspod/

Additional links discussed in this episode:

MusiCares: https://www.musicares.org/

Sensaphonics: https://sensaphonics.com/

Westone: https://westoneaudio.com/

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Drop us a line at sounddiscussionpodcast@gmail.com and find more information on our website: sounddiscussionpodcast.com.

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