Turning the Page: Launching empowEAR 2.0

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, and more heart—this next season is for you.

For more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her Linktree at https://linktr.ee/carrie.spangler.

For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

Transcript

Hello, and welcome to the Empower Your Audiology podcast. I am your host, Dr. Carrie Spangler, a passionate, deaf, and hard of hearing, audiologist, and certified professional, deaf, and hard of hearing coach. Each episode brings an empowering message surrounding audiology and beyond. Today marks a significant milestone in my podcasting journey.

For the past four and a half years my podcast has flourished. Thanks to the incredible support of 3C Digital Media Network, I want to extend my greatest gratitude to them for believing in my mission and providing the platform to amplify these important conversations. These years have been transformative, filled with insightful interviews, powerful lived [00:01:00] experiences, and an ever-growing community.

Passionate about audiology, related fields, and hearing empowerment. I've had the privilege of speaking with.researchers, clinicians, educators, advocates, parents, and most importantly individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing, sharing their unique journeys. Their voices have helped shape the narrative of what it means to truly hear, be heard, and feel empowered.

The guidance, resources and and encouragement from 3C Digital Media Network have played a pivotal role in helping me reach listeners far and wide. Their support has made every episode possible, and I'm profoundly thankful for their partnership. Today, I'm excited to share that I am starting on a new adventure podcasting independently.

While I'll always be thankful for the foundation built over these past years, this [00:02:00] new chapter is all about expanding horizons, exploring fresh perspectives, diving deeper into ideolog and coaching topics, and weaving in even more personal insights. So what can you expect moving forward? I am going to cover more in depth.

Content, I'll be diving into topics that impact our community from the latest in hearing healthcare to personal stories of resilience and growth. I will add a wider range of guests. So expect to hear from leaders in the field, individuals with lived experiences, innovative thinkers, parents, and even students and young professionals shaping the future of our fields.

I am going to add some personal reflections. I'll be opening about my own journey, challenges and growth, and I invite you to join me as we continue to explore what it means to be heard, empowered, and understood. [00:03:00] I want to explore some new formats and surprises from solo episodes. And deep dive conversations. There's more to come. Thank you again to three C Digital Media Network for your four incredible years of collaboration. And thank you listeners for being a part of the community. You've been the heart of the podcast since day one. Before we close out today, I have a small favor to ask.

If you are enjoying and have enjoyed the EmpowEAR Audiology podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on your favorite podcast platform, whether it's Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your reviews not only motivate me as a podcast host, but it will also help me navigate this exciting solo journey.

It also helps boost visibility. So [00:04:00] more listeners, families, professionals, students, and those navigating their hearing journeys can find and benefit from these empowering conversations. And if you found today's episode meaningful or inspiring, please also consider sharing it with a brand or colleague or on your social media.

Word of mouth is powerful, and your support helps grow our community, one share at a time. Every review, every share, every download makes a really big impact, and I'm truly grateful for each of you. Stay tuned to the next episode, and remember, your voice matters. This is Dr. Carrie Spangler, signing off from the EmpowEAR Audiology podcas