The Misophonia Podcast

09/11/2024

We are joining together to declare July 9th as the annual World Misophonia Awareness Day in memory of Michelle Del Valle, who struggled greatly with this misunderstood but not rare disorder.

Let’s spread the word and listen with compassion. MisophoniaDay.com

08/10/2024

19/09/2024

Deb is a New Yorker who has just recently been starting to put together the story of her misophonia. We discuss many of her childhood experiences including some of the chaos that resulted in a lot of tension in the house growing up. Deb also talks about her marriage and the lack of emotional connection she had with her husband. She reflects on the gifts of high sensitivity and the challenges of misophonia, and how awareness has changed her outlook. She discusses coping mechanisms and the importance of finding a therapist who is open to learning about misophonia. And finally she discusses what’s happening now in her relationships with the people in her life.

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27/06/2024

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, and empathy within the family. They also discuss the challenges of conflicting accommodations and the need for parents to take care of their own mental well-being. Overall, the conversation highlights the resilience and love that families can cultivate in the face of misophonia.

CW: Some talk of su***de

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05/06/2024

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 with an alcoholic father, there is mention of abuse in the home so I want to note a content warning. Her family life became quite strained due to their lack of understanding of what she was going through and we talk about various coping methods including makeshift earplugs and finally leaving home for university. And we talk about how her fiancé has been coping with her misophonia and her interesting career journey initially in the legal profession and now as a dental nurse. Great conversation and it’s exciting to hear someone find solace in speaking out about misophonia and finding comfort in the community.

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18/05/2024

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 early memories of being triggered by chewing gum and then the challenges growing up with misophonia, especially in quite male and sort of macho environments. Ben was also a minor league baseball player and we talk about some of the unique challenges in that environment. We talk about how he copes and how he handles it now with his family and son.

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27/04/2024

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 sister and her partner, who create spaces where she feels safe. We talk about coping methods using headphones, avoiding triggers, and seeking understanding from those around her. She reflects on the connection between misophonia and dysregulation of emotions, as well as the impact of her upbringing on her condition. We also talk about the importance of self-care and self-compassion in managing the condition.

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18/04/2024

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 believes that sound plays a significant role in everyday life and emotions. The film follows a man who suffers from misophonia and finds solace in music that synchronizes with his wife's movements. Bahar also mentions her plans to make future feature films that explore the theme of blocking outside sounds. She is currently deciding on a film school in the United States to pursue her MFA in filmmaking.

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14/03/2024

Some new updates to www.misophoniapodcast.com launch today.

📑 Transcriptions - I finally have each episode fully transcribed with timestamps and speaker labels. You can even read while listening to the episode without leaving the site. Each episode was transcribed using the latest Whisper v3 speech-to-text algorithm and then further processed for timestamps and diarization (speaker labeling). So the accuracy is better than anywhere else, especially YouTube, but there will still be some issues especially in episodes where my voice is similar to the guest (a human will fix those!)

👀 New titles and summaries: Every episode has new titles and summaries to make it easier to find an interviews that are interesting to you.

👨🏾‍🎨 The whole site has been redesigned and is now in dark mode to be easier on the eyes.

14/03/2024

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 developed like breathing and meditation practices as well as setting boundaries in relationships with her family. She highlights the importance of understanding and support from loved ones and the challenges of navigating partner relationships with misophonia.

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10/03/2024

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 between the two and I think it’s always illuminating to learn about HSP to inform misophonia, and vice versa.Kresta also talks about some exciting projects like the Misophonia Freedom Project which is looking to gather data from people who say they have overcome their misophonia and try to find patterns and pathways that might be useful for others.

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22/02/2024

Taylor is a project manager in California. Taylor talks about a somewhat chaotic home life growing up and how it 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 copes with triggers and the importance of supportive relationships. Taylor also talks about seeking professional help and her experience with hypnotherapy. She highlights her passion for music and how it serves as a creative outlet. We also end with some of the positive aspects, or lessons that can come from living with misophonia.

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19/02/2024

For the last 15 years, a Google search has been the start of this journey for many of us. From now on, many people will be introduced to their condition through a question for an AI.

So far I think the results are promising and I am confident they will only get better. I plan to do regular checkins to evaluate and benchmark these models over time. Also stay tuned for some custom fine-tuning based on data and research that the models might not be up to speed on yet.

1 - ChatGPT (GPT-4 model)
2 - Standard Google search and expanding the Generative AI answer
3 - Google Gemini (basic model)

16/02/2024

Here’s to the dream of a misophonically sensitive future!

15/02/2024

“I know it sounds intense going through psychosis, but for me it’s the consistent way that misophonia drives you down every day. That is what is ruining my life.”

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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 of the amygdala in misophonia and the challenges of coping strategies. Finally, he discusses the connection between misophonia and bipolar disorder and his search for solutions. Bob also discusses his coping methods for misophonia and how he manages his psychotic episodes. He shares his experiences with different treatments, including bilateral stimulation and a ketogenic diet. Bob also talks about the impact of misophonia on his relationships and how he communicates his needs to others. He emphasizes the importance of improving overall health and finding individualized coping strategies.

08/02/2024

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 gene expression and the potential adaptive nature of misophonia. We talk about neuroscience, epigenetic and the possible role of evolution on misophonia and sensory disorders more broadly. She emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary research, guidelines for seeking treatment, and the importance of an accurate description of misophonia.

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25/01/2024

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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 process of coherence therapy and its focus on emotional learning. They also touch on the role of neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) in misophonia treatment. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of nervous system regulation and self-care in managing misophonia. In this conversation, Adeel and Sipora discuss the complexity of misophonia and the potential for healing. They explore the concept of multiple memories and schemas, highlighting the need to heal all inner children and schemas associated with misophonia. The conversation delves into different therapeutic techniques, including coherence therapy and EMDR, as well as the potential of medications like propranolol. They challenge the concept of misophonia as a permanent disability and emphasize the brain's ability to change. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of personal work and the ongoing journey of understanding and managing misophonia.

Takeaways

Coherence therapy is a treatment approach that focuses on memory consolidation and emotional learning.
Misophonia can be a complex condition with different triggers and responses for each individual.
Nervous system regulation and self-care are important factors in managing misophonia.
Other therapies, such as neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and internal family systems (IFS), may also be helpful in treating misophonia. Misophonia can be a complex condition with multiple memories and schemas associated with it.
Healing all inner children and schemas is crucial in addressing misophonia and complex trauma.
Different therapeutic techniques, such as coherence therapy and EMDR, can be effective in treating misophonia.
The brain has the ability to change, and misophonia is not necessarily a permanent disability.

11/01/2024

Seiara is the host of the . 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 family dynamics and their reactions to her misophonia. Finally, she explores the effectiveness of exposure therapy and discusses recent neurostimulation studies for misophonia. The conversation explores the topics of neurostimulation and misophonia, the side effects of neurostimulation, visual triggers and misophonia, boundary issues and misophonia, the concept of Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), the validity of HSP in psychology, constructs and personal identity, attachment theory and misophonia, the impact of dysregulated behaviors, personal experiences with dysregulated behavior, self-exploration and healing, and mind-body integration and senses.

Takeaways

- Neurostimulation is a potential treatment for misophonia, but more research is needed to understand its effectiveness and potential side effects.
- Visual triggers, such as certain movements, can also be a trigger for individuals with misophonia.
- Misophonia may be related to boundary issues and a sense of violation when personal space is invaded.
- The concept of Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) can provide insights into misophonia and other sensitivities but one should be careful of oversimplified constructs.
- Childhood experiences, including attachment styles and dysregulated behaviors, may contribute to the development of misophonia.
- Self-exploration and finding activities that regulate the nervous system, such as conscious dancing, can help manage misophonia triggers.
- Mind-body integration and reconnecting with the senses may be beneficial for individuals with misophonia.

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