Best Hyperacusis Podcasts (2024)

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#200 - Georgie 1:13:00

13h ago1:13:00

1:13:00

Georgie is a recent neuroscience and psychology dual degree grad from the University of Colorado, Boulder. Georgie’s childhood shares many characteristics that I’ve found to be common among us, that is periods of walking on eggshells, turbulence and volatility. She also mentions other sensory sensitivities, such as visual triggers and sensitivity t…

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#199 - Alana 51:14

4h ago51:14

51:14

Alana is a security intelligence professional, writer and coach and many other things that are too long to list, plus wife and mom of 3 based in Orange County California. She shares her experiences with misophonia throughout her life, as well other things she has experienced earlier in life including some rather traumatic experiences and an eating …

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#198 - Klaus 1:01:54

26d ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Klaus is an executive in Germany. He shares his experience with misophonia and how it has affected his career and personal life. We talk about growing up in an early family life that was very old-fashioned and rigid, and where he also had a brother who presented signs of possible OCD, and parents who could not understand and were constantly trying …

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#197 - Tomasz 53:22

27d ago53:22

53:22

Tomasz is a primary care doctor from Poland, We talk about how misophonia is not well-known in Poland and is often misunderstood. Tomas explains that his triggers are mostly connected to people he knows well, such as family and close friends. He also mentions being triggered by eating sounds and labored breathing. Tomas discusses how he explains mi…

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#196 - Family Strategy Solutions for Misophonia 1:07:32

2M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Dr. Jennifer Brout, Mary, and Liz discuss their experiences as parents of children with misophonia and how they have preserved family relationships. They share their personal journeys of understanding and accepting misophonia, as well as the stages of grief and growth they went through. They emphasize the importance of accommodation, communication,…

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#195 - Mother and Daughter Share Misophonia 1:00:22

3M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Tracey and Leah are a mother and daughter living near Philadelphia who both have misophonia, and in fact Leah attends the same school Tracey teaches at. We talk about their first triggers and how they were received across the decades. We talk about how Tracey’s misophnonia informs how she helps her daughter. Tracey also shares how Buddhism has help…

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#194 - Discovering Solace in Understanding Misophonia 58:57

2M ago58:57

58:57

Marina is originally from Romania and now lives in the UK. Like many others who have been on the podcast recently, Marina only recently found out about misophonia and has been learning as much as she can and has been diving into the book Sounds Like Misophonia by Dr. Jane Gregory and I. We talk about the challenging environment of her childhood wit…

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Emily - Journey from isolation to open dialogue 1:06:20

3M ago1:06:20

1:06:20

Emily lives in a small town in Georgia. She only recently learned about misophonia and that others share the experience she has felt most of her life. This is the first time she’s spoken with another misophone about it. She recalls the earliest triggers she experienced as a child from her brothers, and how she tried to suppress her reactions. We ta…

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Ben S. - Former athlete discusses misophonia challenges 59:34

4M ago59:34

59:34

Ben is from Kentucky and now lives and works in Indiana. This is the first time Ben has talked about misophonia and he shares a lifetime of experiences going back to his toddler years which had some very negative events and I want to just issue a content warning that there is some discussion of abuse at the hands of a babysitter. He discusses his e…

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Jen K - Exploring Early Memories and Misophonia Management 1:05:39

4M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Jennifer is from North Carolina. We talk about her early memories from her toddler years. She talks about her journey of seeking therapy and eventually being diagnosed with ADHD, which provided some understanding and accommodations. We talk about the potential interplay between genetics, early childhood development, and trauma. How stress and corti…

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Rosie - Navigating Life with Misophonia: Rosie's Resilience 1:02:12

4M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Rosie is based in Newcastle and heard about the podcast from Newcastle-based misophonia researcher Paris Ash. She first noticed it as a teenager with the sound of her mom’s chewing, later expanded to include other people and sounds. She struggled with guilt and shame and felt misunderstood by her family. Rosie found support from her understanding s…

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Bahar - Exploring Sound's Psychological Impact Through Film 29:22

5M ago29:22

29:22

Bahar is a screenwriter and filmmaker based in Iran who created the short film 'Quarantine Redemption’, a 13-minute musical comedy with no dialogue about misophonia in an apartment during the COVID pandemic. We talk about her interest in exploring sound and psychology in her work. She explains that while she doesn't have misophonia herself, she bel…

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Luis - Music, Spirituality, and Growth Through Misophonia 57:10

5M ago57:10

57:10

Luis is a translator based in Puerto Rico. Luis’ misophonia came up actually since the pandemic and he discusses the triggers he faces, such as construction noises and noises in places he’s lived. We spend a lot of time talking about empathy, or lack thereof from friends, family, and workplaces, and the challenges of finding understanding and valid…

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Maja - Exploring Misophonia's Roots and Healing Journey 51:52

6M ago51:52

51:52

Maja is a college student in Connecticut studying psychology. We spend a lot of time talking about her past, and the strained relationships with her family members that she had growing up and how they were impacted by misophonia. We hear about her father’s volatility and trouble with alcohol, the difficulty in being understood and accommodated at h…

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Rachel - Food Service Worker Navigates Misophonia 56:20

6M ago56:20

56:20

Rachel is a barista and bartender in Philadelphia. We talk about her early experiences with misophonia, coming at a young age which was a turbulent and volatile at home. We talk about how she has been unpacking a lot of this during her recent findings during her own therapy. She also talks about her college experience and the coping strategies she …

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Kresta (2024) - Overcoming Misophonia through Understanding HSP 1:21:22

6M ago1:21:22

1:21:22

This week I’m bringing back a guest who has been one of the most popular guests on the show. Kresta is a trama therapist and founder of Misophonia Freedom Lab. If you recall Kresta had misophonia and says she has been able to overcome it. We talk about that of course, but we also focus on the idea of HSP, highly-sensitive people. There is overlap b…

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Taylor - Harnessing Creativity and Lessons from Living with Sensitivity 1:03:24

6M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Taylor is a project manager in California. Taylor talks about her home life and how growing up with alcoholic parents may have contributed to her misophonia. She also discuss their hypersensitivity and how it affects her relationships. She shares her experiences in school and the support she received from teachers along the way. She shares how she …

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Bob - Navigating Life with Misophonia and Comorbid Conditions 1:06:24

7M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

This week I'm talking to Bob, from Liverpool. He shares his experience with misophonia and how it has impacted his life. He discusses his early triggers and reactions, as well as the lack of understanding and resentment he felt from his family. Bob also talks about the expansion of his triggers and the sensory issues he faces. He explores the role …

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Dr. Jennifer Brout - Advancing misophonia research and family understanding. 1:13:02

7M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

I’m excited to have back on the show, Dr. Jennifer Brout. We discuss various aspects of misophonia, including family accommodations, coping skills, and the importance of research. Jennifer emphasizes the need for more research on family functioning and children's development in relation to misophonia. We also talk about the role of epigenetics in g…

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Esther - Healing Through Faith and Headphones 38:04

7M ago38:04

38:04

Esther is a student in the UK. She talks about her journey of healing through prayer and the positive impact it has had on her misophonia. She discusses the challenges she faced in school and how she found relief through noise-canceling headphones. Esther emphasizes the importance of supportive relationships and understanding from family and friend…

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Sipora, LCSW - Journey of a Therapist Embracing Misophonia 1:11:40

7M ago1:11:40

1:11:40

In this conversation, Sipora and Adeel discuss the topic of misophonia and the use of coherence therapy in its treatment. Sipora shares her personal journey with misophonia and how she became interested in helping others with the condition. They delve into the concept of memory consolidation and how it relates to misophonia. Sipora explains the pro…

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Liz G. (2024) - Navigating family life with autism and heightened sound sensitivity. 48:14

8M ago48:14

48:14

This week I’m talking to Liz who was actually a guest back in season 5. We catch up and she shares how her misophonia is triggered by repetitive sounds and how it has affected her interactions with others. Liz also talks about her son's autism and how his sensory processing disorder differs from her misophonia. The conversation explores the evoluti…

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Seiara - Cross-cultural Misophonia Insights and Coping Through Dance 1:05:04

8M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Seiara is the host of the Behind the Stigma podcast. She shares her academic journey in psychology and her plans for a PhD in the philosophy of psychiatry. She discusses her early experiences with misophonia and the complexity of the condition. Seiara also talks about cultural attitudes towards mental health in Dubai and Azerbaijan. She shares her …

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Dan - Visual Artist Navigates Misophonia With Creativity 59:02

8M ago59:02

59:02

Dan Shay, a visual artist, discusses his experience with misophonia and how it has impacted his daily life and relationships. He shares his journey of discovering misophonia and the challenges he faced in explaining it to others. Dan talks about his coping mechanisms, including the use of earplugs and meditation apps. He also explores the potential…

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Shaylynn (Misophonia International) - From Late Onset to Advocacy Pioneer 1:02:07

9M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

Shaylynn shares her misophonia origin story and how her triggers developed over time. She discusses the impact of misophonia on her school life and the accommodations she received. Shaylynn emphasizes the importance of supportive friends and family in coping with misophonia. She talks about her journey as a misophonia advocate and her involvement w…

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Carolyn - RV living amplifies misophonia challenges. 56:30

9M ago56:30

56:30

Summary In this conversation, Carolyn shares her experiences living with misophonia and offers insights into coping strategies and managing triggers in various environments. She emphasizes the importance of normalizing misophonia and open communication in intimate relationships. Carolyn also highlights the benefits of nature and sensory grounding t…

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Victoria L. - Exploring Academic Life with Misophonia 1:09:30

9M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

In this conversation, Victoria, a lecturer and misophonic individual, shares her experiences with misophonia. She discusses her childhood experiences and the impact of certain triggers, such as chewing, clocks ticking, and water sounds. Victoria also talks about the challenges she faces as a lecturer and how she copes with misophonic triggers in th…

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Mark - Musician explores creativity under misophonia's influence 49:02

9M ago49:02

49:02

Mark is a musician from Manchester, now living in Los Angeles. Mark has opened for Queens of the Stone Age and played the legendary Viper Room in LA. A while back, Mark sent me the video to his song about misophonia, that I’ve linked to below and posted on social media. We finally got a chance to talk and get into his life story with miso. We talk …

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Julia W. - Grad student explores therapy paths for living with misophonia. 58:30

10M ago58:30

58:30

Julia is a grad student on track to be a mental health counselor. She has misophonia and has spent a lot of time thinking about miso from various angles. This is a really wide-ranging discussion. We talk about how the pandemic was really rough with her violinist roomates, occupational therapy, having ADHD and being on the autism spectrum, her exper…

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Aaryn - Artist navigates misophonia with humor and yoga. 59:50

10M ago59:50

59:50

Aaryn is an artist based in North Carolina. We talk about marriage and family, art, yoga, the mind-boy connection, the fascia, supplements and medication and much more. Check the show notes for links to Aaryn’s art projects. https://www.aarynwest.com https://www.instagram.com/aarynwest --- Pre-order Sounds like Misophonia - by Dr. Jane Gregory and …

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Victoria S. - Navigating Career and Coping with Misophonia 50:06

10M ago50:06

50:06

Victoria is from central Oregon in the Pacific Northwest. We talk about life as a fisheries observer working on fishing boats for days at a time, her sometimes challenging childhood with mental illness in the family, coping methods she’s used like medication and alcohol, how she deals with airplanes and more. --- Pre-order Sounds like Misophonia - …

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Kristina - Bulgarian mom navigates misophonia and motherhood 59:22

11M ago59:22

59:22

Kristina is in Bulgaria. We talk about being a new mom, heading back to a hybrid work environment, being an advocate for misophonia in Bulgaria, being triggered by children and family members and much more. --- Pre-order Sounds like Misophonia - by Dr. Jane Gregory and I Sponsored by the personal journaling app I developed: Basal - hellobasal.com F…

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Paris (PhD student of misophonia) - Exploring Misophonia's Brain Basis and Mimicry 58:28

11M ago58:28

58:28

Paris is a PhD student researching misophonia at the University of Newcastle. She has been making a name for herself already having published papers alongside Dr. Kumar who is very well-known for his seminal papers on the brain basis of misophonia. Here we talk about her work on mimicry, mirror neurons, how she got into miso research, visual trigge…

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Risa - Decades of coping: A filmmaker's misophonia journey. 1:00:56

11M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Risa lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada and has been dealing with misophonia for about 60 years. We talk about being neurodivergent, family life both many decades ago, and in the present day and all the challenges along the way, raising her child while having miso, difficult neighbors, her thoughts on meditation and various psychotherapies, and …

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Shane - Journey Through Misophonia & Mental Health 53:11

12M ago53:11

53:11

Shane is a broadcaster/podcaster and writer based in London, Ontario, Canada. Shane has just published an ebook based on his mental health recovery. He’s also a mental health advocate in Canada, working for the national program Defeat Depression. And also he is a fellow misophonia podcaster because he briefly had a show called Fight or Flight. We t…

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James - Navigating misophonia in military and beyond 46:38

12M ago46:38

46:38

James is a US military veteran and now a management consultant on a break from his job to deal with misophonia. We talk about how it got really bad during the pandemic, living in a college dorm janitorial closet, coping methods when traveling, life in the military, working with Tom Dozier, and using drugs and alcohol to self-medicate. Really fascin…

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Nina - Herbalist's journey with misophonia and healing. 57:53

12M ago57:53

57:53

Nina is a massage therapist and herbalist. We talk about growing up in a bit of a chaotic home, damage to her relatioship with her brother who was her main trigger, we talk about Loop earplugs, having OCD and ADHD, and how various herbs and plants have been helping her nervous system. Nina's website: https://lucialunare.com --- Pre-order Sounds lik…

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Paige and the Hesser family - Student's journey from Misophonia diagnosis to advocacy. 1:04:54

1y ago1:04:54

1:04:54

This week I’m talking to Paige and her family, dad Michael, and mom Kelly. Paige is starting high school and we talk about the family’s experience so far dealing with misophonia. It’s been quite a journey but Paige’s parents have been determined to find solutions and coping methods for Paige. The family has also been part of some major advocacy pro…

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Lila - Navigating Misophonia as a World-Traveling Environmentalist 1:03:30

1y ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Lila is a musician and educator whose important work is focused on protecting animals and the planet. She’s currently based in Indonesia although she is there by way of Los Angeles. We talked about many things including misophonia while traveling, coping when you don’t have your own space in a new place, we talk about being an empath and HSP, shama…

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CJ - Advocacy and Science Merge in Misophonia Journey 45:00

1y ago45:00

45:00

CJ is a college student and big advocate for misophonia in the community. I was really happy to finally chat with him. We talk about how he explains miso, his work with soQuiet, stress as an exacerbator, and some questions for you listeners. CJ's website: https://cjgibson46.wixsite.com/eportfolio --- Pre-order Sounds like Misophonia - by Dr. Jane G…

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Ross - A musician's creative journey with sound sensitivity. 1:17:16

1y ago1:17:16

1:17:16

Ross is a musician and composer based in Glasgow. Ross reached out earlier this year and we immediately hit it off, since we share a lot of creative interests and I also like to compose when I have time. Here we talk about everything from his quite happy childhood and getting on great with his parents, the scourge of Scottish seagulls, bad techno, …

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Freya and Mabel - Innovating Design Solutions for Misophonia 1:02:50

1y ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Freya and Mabel are two grad students at the University of Bristol, who did their final project on human-centered design practices to help cope with misophonia. There's a link below to the book they are making freely available which is a toolkit for incorporating misophonia-awareness into any design process. We also talk a bit about Freya’s experie…

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Claire M. - Job loss and family challenges due to misophonia 57:41

1y ago57:41

57:41

I really enjoyed this conversation because it hit upon a lot of things I’ve been thinking about related to misophonia and possible roots in childhood experiences. Claire and I talk about her watching fights as a young girl between her dad and older brother, both very temperamental people. We talk about mental health not being taken seriously by her…

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Elaine - Educator explores generational misophonia and creative coping. 59:34

1+ y ago59:34

59:34

Elaine is an educator and reading tutor in the NY state area. She just found the podcast recently and was inspired by the Lisa Loeb episode to talk to her daughter about misophonia, because Elaine’s daughter also has it. In fact, it seems to run in her family. We talk about the family connections, we talk about her mother who was diagnosed with par…

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Nate - Living with Misophonia: A Family Affair 1:03:02

1+ y ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Season Finale of season 6!! I’m talking to Nate Johnson, who happens to be the son of Dr. Marsha Johnson, the godmother of misophonia, the original audiologist who identified misophonia back in the 90s. We talk about being the misophonic son of Marsha Johnson, being a guinea pig for many devices over the years, and I ask him, was his famous mom a t…

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Kresta, LMFT - Overcoming shame and trauma in Misophonia 59:33

1+ y ago59:33

59:33

Part 2 of my interview with Kresta, a therapist in California who was telling us about her journey to what she considers freedom from misophonia and went over topics relating to trauma, the Internal Family Systems modality and brainspotting. Here we dive deeper into her personal journey expanding on what we covered in part 1, plus legacy burdens, s…

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Kresta, LMFT - Overcoming Misophonia with Brain-spotting 1:01:54

1+ y ago1:01:54

1:01:54

This is part 1 of my conversation with Kresta, a licensed therapist based in Southern California. Kresta is also a misophone, or was a misophone, she says she is now free from misophonia and this extensive conversation describes her journey, and many topics like trauma, going internal family systems, a modality she uses called brainspotting which w…

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Abby - Music Therapy Student Navigates Misophonia Journey 1:04:10

1+ y ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Abby is in college in a music therapy program. We discuss misophonia and comorbid conditions, her mental health journey which really began a few years ago, her experiences growing up in a very stable and happy home and her coping methods for miso along the way. We also talk about her music therapy program and the link to the documentary she mention…

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Wairimu - Navigating Misophonia in East Africa 40:22

1+ y ago40:22

40:22

Wairimu is a college student in Kenya. This was exciting because I think it’s my first interview with someone based in Africa. We talk about how she feels actually like she has enough agency on her life to keep her misophonia generally under wraps, we talk about ADHD, being in a large family where many of her siblings also have various triggers, he…

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Paige - Healing Misophonia with Holistic Practices 1:04:01

1+ y ago1:04:01

1:04:01

Paige is a holistic, integrative healer and founder of the Warrior Sanctuary, while also holding a day job at a tech startup. We talk shamanism, meditation, psychedelics and indigenous plant medicine, neuroplasticity, past life healing, root chakra, sound healing, plus her own life story of adverse childhood experiences, a relatively recent concuss…

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