TED Radio Hour Listen Again: Sound And Silence
May 13, 2022
Join Mary Louise Kelly, NPR's All Things Considered host with a personal story of hearing loss, and Jim Hudspeth, a neuroscience expert on hearing, as they delve into the intricacies of sound perception. Discover Rebecca Knill, a 'cyborg' navigating deafness with a cochlear implant, sharing her unique view on sound and silence. Finally, sound designer Dallas Taylor highlights how sound shapes our emotions. Together, they explore the transformative power of sound—both its beauty and its absence.
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Hearing Loss Discovery
- Mary Louise Kelly, an NPR host, experienced difficulty hearing questions during a book tour.
- This prompted her to get her hearing checked, revealing severe hearing loss, especially at higher frequencies.
The Subjectivity of Sound
- Sound is a constant presence, ranging from overwhelming noise to quiet moments.
- Individual hearing abilities shape our unique auditory experiences of the world.
Challenges with Masks
- Social distancing and masks made communication more difficult for Kelly due to her hearing loss.
- A simple trip to the pharmacy became a frustrating experience because of these obstacles.