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What if better hearing could reshape your relationships, your balance, and your confidence? We sit with audiologist Alexis Riley of Trilogy Hearing and Audiology to trace a surprising arc, from theater stages in the Midwest to a patient-first practice in Vero Beach, and uncover how thoughtful care can change daily life. Alexis breaks down what audiology really covers, from diagnosing hearing loss to untangling balance problems rooted in the inner ear. She shares the moments that stick with her most: a face relaxing when the world finally sounds clear, a family calling to say a loved one’s personality came back, a patient realizing the first phone call was the hardest part.
We discuss prevention and practical tips. Suppose you’re a musician, a hunter, or anyone living in a loud environment. In that case, Alexis explains why damage “catches up” and how custom ear protection and high-fidelity plugs preserve the music without sacrificing safety. She also connects hearing health to whole-person wellness, noting that stress, sleep, and attention shape how the brain processes sound, especially in cases of tinnitus. Yoga became her bridge to mindfulness, offering a few still moments after movement that busy minds can actually hold on to. That same presence guides her approach to counseling, fitting, and follow-up in real-world listening environments, such as restaurants and cars.
After years of directing an audiology department, Alexis chose to start her own clinic to regain control over her time and care quality. We discuss candidly the anxiety of launching, the nuts-and-bolts of protocols and equipment, and the freedom to redesign the patient journey—so people feel heard from the very first call. Her takeaway lands beyond healthcare: comfort is cozy, but growth lives in the leap. If hearing matters to your work, music, or relationships, this conversation offers science, empathy, and practical steps you can use today.
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Chapters
1. Welcome & Guest Intro (Alexis Riley) (00:00:00)
2. What is Audiology & Why Alexis Took This Path (00:03:02)
3. Emotional Impact of Hearing Better (00:05:06)
4. Launching Independent Practice (excitement & nervousness) (00:06:24)
5. Freedom to Redesign Patient Journey (00:07:27)
6. Performing Arts & Yoga (00:09:43)
7. Yoga, Mindfulness & Patient Care (00:11:05)
8. Biggest Lesson So Far (00:12:13)
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