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Sound, Brain and the Science of Hearing | Neuroscientist Dr. Barbara Shinn-Cunningham
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- Innovate and Elevate
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- May 14, 2026
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Summary
What if some forms of hearing loss do not appear on current hearing tests at all? In this episode of Innovate & Elevate, Sharon Kedar sits down with neuroscientist, engineer, musician, and Carnegie Mellon Dean Dr. Barbara Shinn-Cunningham to explore how the brain processes sound and why hearing is far more complex than simply detecting noise. Together, they discuss hidden hearing loss, the “cocktail party effect,” ADHD and sound filtering, cognitive fatigue, aging, sensory processing, and the emerging science behind sound, music, and the brain. This Episode Is For You If: - You’re interested in ADHD, sensory processing, and cognitive load - You want to understand how the brain filters sound - You’re curious about the future of hearing diagnostics and neuroscience Connect with Dr. Barbara Shinn-Cunningham: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-shinn-cunningham-9705208/ Connect with Sharon: Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonkedar/ Learn more about Innovate and Elevate: https:// innovateandelevatepodcast.com Subscribe to Innovate and Elevate on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuWi1O9RBaPMYuCkKszPYVA Join the newsletter to receive the latest episodes in your inbox: https://innovateandelevatepodcast.com/email The content shared in this episode is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, financial, or investment advice. Please seek guidance from your own qualified professionals before making decisions. Timestamps (00:00) Introduction to hearing and brain processing (03:12) Why identical twins can experience sound differently (06:25) Loud concerts, noise exposure, and hidden hearing loss (11:08) Why hearing tests may miss subtle hearing damage (16:10) Hypersensitivity, sound amplification, and a…