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16 things I would like my hearing friends to know

August 27, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

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Due to how I was brought up and the fact that my hearing loss is not as severe as others, I haven’t surrounded myself with those who are going through the same thing.

And as for being part of the Deaf community, well I’m working on it.

Because of that, it means that most of the people I interact with are of perfect or near-perfect hearing.

So I have put together a view on 16 things I would like my hearing friends to know.

Learn about what I would like my hearing friends to know

‘Becoming a Deaf comedian’ – an interview with John Smith from Beautiful BSL

August 26, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

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In episode 1 of the podcast, I chat with John Smith, a Deaf comedian from Beautiful BSL who has entertained the audience across the world using sign language.

John has also appeared in various press and TV too, as well as performing in theatres and clubs.

Read or listen to the interview with John Smith here

What does it feel & sound like to wearing hearing aids?

August 26, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

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As someone who has worn hearing aids (on and off) since I was a child, I used to try to hide it.

But gradually, as I come to accept that it’s a part of me, it has the attention of a people who have asked me the question on what does hearing aids feel like and how does it sound.

Which is fair enough. How else are you supposed to know unless you wear it yourself?

So I attempted to answer the question in a video to help give you a better understanding.

Learn about what it feels and sounds like to wear hearing aids here

Sharing my deaf journey with my wife

August 26, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

Post image with title: Sharing my Deaf Journey with My Wife - An Interview with my wife about her journey with me

Just because I am dealing with my hearing loss, it doesn’t mean that it doesn’t affect the other people around me.

Yes, my direct family had to live with it, but my wife, Claire, experiences it in different ways.

So in our first ever video together, we have a chat about it has affected her, but not necessarily in a bad way.

Watch the interview with my wife about my hearing journey here

What is ‘The Hear Me Out [CC] Podcast’ & why it exists?’

August 25, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

Post image with the title: 'What is The Hear Me Out [CC] Podcast & Why it Exists?' - Learn more about the reasons behind the podcast & the website too

Episode 0 is an opportunity for me to explain to you the purpose of this podcast (and the website), what is its purpose and what is was created.

And of course, transcripts are included in every single episode.

Read or listen to episode 0 here

15 unhelpful things people say to deaf people

August 25, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

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Having lived with a mild hearing loss since I was a baby, throughout that time, I have heard some weird and wonderful things from my hearing.

Sure, there are some reasonable questions that you can ask which I don’t mind answering.

But it’s the weird things that I think will get everyone interested, so I thought of putting together a video some of the weirdest and also unhelpful things that have been said to me.

Watch the video about what unhelpful hearing people say

My ‘Let Go’ story: How letting go can make a dramatic difference to your life

August 25, 2018 By Ahmed Khalifa

Post image: How Letting Go Can Make a Dramatic Difference to Your Life - A real-life 'let go' story to inspire you to let go

For many years, I have been living with a challenge which affects my day-to-day life.

It’s something that we all take for granted. And it’s also something that is almost invisible to everyone else.

I have a hearing problem, so obviously I don’t hear as well as the average person.

And I tell you, I bloody hate it.

But there comes a point where you have to let go.

Read My ‘Let Go’ Story Here

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