Science Meets the Sound Booth
The American Academy of Audiology’s podcast, Science Meets the Sound Booth, is the premier audio series for audiologists seeking to bridge the gap between research and real-world practice. Each episode features thought leaders who unpack the clinical implications of cutting-edge studies and strategic initiatives. Designed to empower professionals across all career stages, this podcast amplifies the value of audiology by translating evidence into action, spotlighting innovation, and elevating the voices shaping the future of hearing health.
Science Meets the Sound Booth
Latest Episodes
Breaking Language Barriers in Vestibular Care: The ABC Scale in American Sign Language
In this episode of Science Meets the Sound Booth, host Emily Venskytis is joined by special guest co-host Dr. Erin Piker, editor-in-chief of the Journal of the American Academy of Audiology (JAAA), and Dr. Chizuko Tamaki to di...
Why Leadership Matters in Audiology: Inside the LEAP Program with Dr. Samantha Ramirez
Leadership is more than a title. It's a skill that shapes teams, strengthens patient care, and drives the future of the profession. In this episode of Science Meets the Sound Booth, hosts Sarah McAlexander and Maggie Kettler sit down w...
Gene Therapy and the Future of Hearing Care: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathon Whitton
Gene therapy is no longer a future possibility—it’s here. In this episode, Emily Venskytis and Maggie Kettler sit down with Dr. Jonathon Whitton, Vice President and Global Program Head of Genetic Medicines at Regeneron, to discuss the first-eve...
Advancing Audiology: The Future of Board Certification with Dr. Carrie Meyer
In this live-recorded episode of Science Meets the Sound Booth at AAA 2026, hosts Emily Venskytis, AuD, and Sarah McAlexander, AuD, sit down with Carrie Meyer, AuD, to explore the launch of the General Audiology Board Certification. Fr...
From Evidence to Action: Guidelines and the Future of Practice with Dr. Riley DeBacker
In this episode, hosts Emily Venskytis, AuD, and Maggie Kettler, AuD, sit down with Riley DeBacker, AuD, PhD, to explore his work with the American Academy of Audiology’s Guidelines and Strategic Documents Committee. They discuss how clinical p...