As a person with some hearing disability, finding out Adam has hearing issues was, personally, an emotional surprise for me. His super positive attitude made it a hugely positive one. Happy new year all, happy new year Adam.
My 19 year old son was diagnosed as 85% deaf at age 7. This was a late assessment, and whilst it wasn't a perfect sequence of events, his hearing aides are almost magical in the impact has had on his life. In Australia (trivia ahead) John Howard (Prime Minister for a while) was mostly deaf and set-up/funded Hearing Australia in such a way that my son (and I) didn't have to worry about money when it pertains to hearing loss. Everything is covered by a laughable $37 yearly subscription (that they don't even chase if you don't pay). Adam ... your public advocacy for hearing loss is very important and appreciated by parents all over the world (I'm in Tasmania BTW). Cheers ... happy new year.
We in the US need to advocate for far, far better healthcare so that our lives will improve in ways we don't even think of. It's ridiculous the crap we put up with. I'm so glad your son is doing well!
I've been an optician for close to 20 years, and your statement about hearing aids being something that will dramatically make your life better echoes so strongly with me. I work with pediatric optometry and pediatric ophthalmology, so I get to work with kids as young as 5-6 mos. A lot of times, their parents will have a stigma or a preconception of glasses as "nerdy" or "uncool" or whatever. I ask them every time this question: "What if I could offer you a device that will automatically make your life better and easier? And that it will work right now? I can make your life (or your child's life) better. Right now. Today." When viewed from that lens (pun definitely intended), their parents usually wake up and get their kid's the glasses they need. Makes my heart smile when the kids get their glasses too (we've all seen the videos...I get to see that daily).
Similar situation here.... I was so self-conscious when I started using a white cane in my late 30's. I've been legally blind since birth and usually I can see to get around without it, but with only a little bit of central vision in one eye, it makes my life a lot easier to use the cane. I wish I hadn't waited so long and I wish my parents had gotten me proper training on cane travel when I was a kid, but they didn't think I needed it. Falling down at 40 hurts a lot more than it did at 5 or 10, and people are a lot less forgiving of adults who don't see them (without the cane, they think I'm just oblivious/rude). The cane makes getting around at night or in crowded/unfamiliar places so much easier and safer.
Gamer 49 people with degenerative eyesight like me cant “strengthen” their eyes. And it pisses me off when people say that my eyes are bad because im not “strengthening” my eyes.
Gamer 49 Their eyes cannot be “strengthened” as if they are weak. Their eyesight is poor because of the physical shape of the eye and how light passes through it. Kids need their vision to be corrected because if they don’t their brain will actually never learn to use the eye. It could mean that they will never get good vision. No amount of “strengthening” will do anything to change that.
Strange.. Where are you from? Here people think glasses are cool. I know two people (28 y.o. and 13 y.o.) who occasionally wear dummy glasses just to look cooler.
I recently got tested and got my first pair of glasses it was epic, being able to see things I haven't seen in years was worth being nerdy. I'm in my 50's now...nerdy is a good thing.
Thank you so much for advocating for hearing aids. My son who is now 10, has been wearing cross talk hearing aids for almost two years now. When he was 8 we discovered he was completely deaf in one ear. The cross talk hearing aids allow him to hear from his deaf side and it makes a huge difference. Especially say he's playing a sport or in classroom. They would sit him with his good ear towards the teacher, now he doesn't need special placement or sitting arraignments. So it makes him more typical.
Thankyou for sharing information about your hearing aids! My father has struggled with not hearing well since he was young due to an accident. He has become so used to it that he finds it annoying to wear hearing aids as it makes things sound 'wrong' and 'too loud'. It become a really frustrating topic for the family as he seems happy to not hear anyone and definitely has memory problems. I think some hearing aids like yours might actually interest him though as he loves the more high tech version of things that he can modify and if he can adjust them alot he might find a good middle ground.
I personally am supposed to have hearing aids, but don't wear them for the same reason. I originally got a pair a few years ago but rarely wear them because I just don't like how things sound with them on. What gets to me though is more the sound of static and any background noise there may be that I couldn't hear before. Granted if I wore them it would likely turn into white noise and i'd learn to ignore it, but even still I don't wear them.
The advances in technology are amazing, a friend of mine was born with 37% hearing loss, his latest set can almost seamlessly interface with his phone and computer. I’ve sat with him in study sessions where he’d have switched to binging youtube videos via his direct audio link and we’d be none the wiser without walking by his laptop.
I'm 21 and I've recently noticed I have trouble understanding people more than I thought. I always feel bad asking people to repeat themselves because I can't hear them the first time without leaning in close or focusing on their mouths for visual cues. I also have heavily relied on closed caption since it's become difficult to focus on what's being said if there's music or noise. When Adam started talking about it, I got a bit misty eyed because I've felt pretty alone about this whole ordeal (especially being kinda young), so I'm glad he was here to share the experience! Hopefully this upcomming year I'll ask my doctor about my options and maybe try to get some help. Thanks for talking about it Adam, it really made me feel less alone.
I'm 27 and while my experience doesn't sound as bad as yours I have noticed very similar things. Part of my issue was ADD which I started getting treated for almost 2 years ago and things improved dramatically. However I do notice a portion of my problems are likely hearing related. I have an audiologist appointment next month. You are not alone and there is no shame in getting help.
Adam that last part was really sweet and heartfelt. You and your team provide us with so many beautiful snapshots of happiness. They truly have the power to bring light to the darkest moments in life. Thank you for making and just being all around KIND people!
i am 24 and wear hearing aids and not once i ever thought i was old. music is my life and hearing aids has made my life so much better . it has helped me to hear every note that is be played . it has also helped me be in sync with everyone
i have had hearing problems since I was 3 and have had many visits to the optician since. My first memory of one of these visits was of the Doctor saying to my mom that i would need regular checkups and ear tubes for the rest of my life. Now 13 years and seven surgeries later On my last visit in September the doctor looked at my ears for a few seconds before turning to me and saying that my ears were fully healed and that I wound never need to see an optician again. Those words have changed my life forever and made me fully realize how much little things like being able to heat base notes and being able to swim were ever you want effect someones life. It also added a greater appreciation for how fast technology is advancing, going from constant checkups for the rest of my life to being able to hear like a normal person for the first time in my life, and recovering from even something as minor as the 2% hearing loss, that was my peak during that time, is a totally transforming experience.
My sister's deaf and cant hear 1% and there are programs in every state where as long as you pay for the ear molds they pay for everything else $35 per side if you need both side and they even do payment plans never met one person who couldn't afford or get hearing aids if you are message me from what ive experienced most people over 20 who get them barely use them they ffind it overwhelming but a kid seems to adjust easier
Adam, thank you for flipping the script and extolling the virtues of your hearing aids. As an audiologist I have seen for years the stigma that has come along with them. It’s refreshing to have users who are willing to make such open and heartfelt testimonials. And for no other reason than their change in lifestyle. It’s is all our hope that these devices will be more accepted with each new generation and with increased visibility. Again, thank you for shining a little bit of light on the subject.
Adam you’re truly a gift we don’t deserve. What a champion in pioneering bringing this world a little closer to the un-achieved mysterious dreams of engineering. Live long and stay strong my dude.
Adam, you are one of the most genuinely enthusiastic and thoughtful people I have ever seen. Even if I watch a video with a subject that I have no interest in, your energy is infectious and pushes me back into my own creative well. Thank you for being you!
TONS of profit to be made as well! Like you don't even have to do this out of the goodness of your heart. you could probably make pretty good profit and still be at like a quarter market price or something. That being said, an open source, not for profit product would stand to make huge innovations and be pretty incredible.
Update- I started to put together a project and went to ebay to source the amp IC's- only to find there are literally THOUSANDS of options under $100 right from China and some nice rechargable units with charge cradle for $15USD- There is seemingly no point in pursuing the project at all. Of course I ordered some to test for myself though ;) Will see but I think there are plenty of options out there.
As a 37 year who got hearing aids last year, I can vouch for how transformative they are. My hearing wasn't that bad (10-15% loss depending on the ear) but I had trouble having conversations in a crowd and these things fixed it, I can also hear a lot more birds now which is a nice plus.
I wear Widex CICs myself. Have had them for about seven years now. While I probably need to get an upgraded model soon, I still love these and how they benefit my life. I am right there with Adam recommending them to anyone having trouble with hearing.
Thank you for all the times you've been open about having to wear hearing aids and the commentary on the cost. I began losing my hearing two years ago from something that most likely I was born with. Hearing aids have become my lifeline to the world but there's much that needs improvement. Without my insurance they'd be totally out of reach, thank you also for your comments about what it's like when you're not wearing them. The comment about memory and hearing decline was truly an "ah ha!" moment. I and my family have noticed a decline over the past year and while not conclusive. It gives me comfort that I'm not the only one experiencing this. As a college student, I've often wondered what my future is going to be like if I'm already struggling with memory.
Adam's fave things is always among my most anticipated videos each year. I just adore the passion he has for artists, artisans, and neat stuff. Thanks for another great vid.
When you spoke about hearing aids it really struck me how honest you were, I can hear it in your voice. You never get that on youtube. Thanks Adam. Much Love from Sweden.
Thanks Adam! I lost the full hearing in one ear when I caught swine flu (6 yrs ago) and was in hospital for 7 months (big thanks to the medical services!!!)... now on the mend and I am constantly missing scraps of conversation. I will take your advice sir and get me one! And this was also I inspired by a phone app where you can plug in headphones and it enhances sound in a similar way... so if you want to see what enhanced sound is like then get that phone app for a taster. I am gonna book an appointment to get some hearing! Again thanks Adam you da man!
Your such a Gem.. I'm working on my own garage kit atm.. makes me nervous.. but when you promote other artists and encourage people to support smaller artists. It inspires me.. thank you so much Adam. Happy new year. We'll all be here with ya.
Your point about hearing and memory definitely rings a bell, Adam. My Dad is in a bit of denial about his hearing aids and I never thought about connecting his hearing and bad memory. It's an every day battle to get him to wear them but I think we're getting there (slowly).
Having watched tested and mythbusters for years, it's fantastic to see that Adam is still very much aware of the fact that he does have access to things that others don't. But also extolling the merits of the things themselves,in the hopes that they will become available to everyone.
Your continued enthusiasm and passion for this stuff and especially their makers is not only commendable, but it makes me happy to know that other people in the world get to share these things you love. Happy holidays from an aspiring maker.
Loved the little blurb about your hearing aids! It destigmatizes their use, and it actually made it seem more exciting than embarrassing. I hope it gets people who need them to seek them out if they can, since they can obviously improve your quality of life so much. It was great to hear how happy you are with them!
I work for a company that provides captions for phone calls, and it's so far the best job I've had. The distance this technology has come is immense, and I'm thankful that I have a place in easing the lives of so many.
Adam talking about hearing aids was amazing, this level of awareness is key. I never knew he had hearing issues, and that seems to be a testament to how well they work.
My new years resolution is to be more like Adam Savage. So many potential projects I have from years and years that I was never able to fulfill due to time. This year I'm going to full-on geek out!
It’s so nice to see that there are still such great people like you guys on tested I love you all thanks for giving me great content to pass the time! Happy new year to you all!
Wow.... Adam you are such a good role model and honestly the speech you made about hearing loss convinced me enough to want to help my mom and her hearing loss. You're and incredible maker, dad, and UA-camr and I'm so glad you're still making incredible things. Thanks Adam for another awesome year of builds!
I love radical imaging inventions, so the "glasses" you tried, really intrigue me. That kind of processing power would transform not only reality, but emotion, mental acuity, training videos, combat preparation, flying, the fields of possibilities are almost endless.
Hey Adam and Tested crew! I just wanted to thank you for sharing your experience and outlook on having hearing aids and hearing loss. I was born almost four months premature and so I have hearing loss and pretty bad vision in my left eye. I've had to deal with wearing hearing aids since I was a very young child (I'm 27 now) and I still wear them today. At least I should, they are so expensive and most health insurance plans don't cover hearing loss so I have a six or seven year old pair of hearing aids I carry around but only put in when I really need to. I'm lucky enough that my hearing isnt so bad that I can do that. Anyway, I'm glad to see someone with your popularity and outreach make such great statements about something that even today is highly stigmatized. Thanks Adam, you've inspired me ever since the first episode of Myth busters and I'll never stop watching your content. Live long and Prosper.
I'm 24 and I have hearing damage and tinnitus so I know I'm going to need hearing aids eventually, hopefully the price and technology improve more by the time I need them.
dude, if you even think you have hearing loss get it checked and dealt with ASAP! it will not get better on its own. i'm 65, worked in Mills for over 40 years have 15-20% loss I can not here my wife in Walmart most of the time, due to the background noise, and the ringing in my ears. please don't do like I have, do it right for you! THE THINGS YOU WILL MISS OUT ON ARE ENORMOUS but small. like a child's little voice, or laughter.
Signia brand hearing aids has tinnitus therapy models. I’ve had tinnitus since I was 24 as well. Finally got them when I turned 36. Life-changing. You don’t really notice the ringing anymore. Totally worth getting and has improved my quality of life.
I'm 32 and It happens o me to, specially when background noise is present, such as music or others talking., then I can barely understand what they're saying.... And this has been happening since I was a kid. When I was in school, it was very difficult for me to hear what teachers were talking when classmates were talking or making any kind of noise. Weird enough, I'm able to hear subtle sounds and very low and very high frequencies in rather normal environments....
Adam, you said a word that most people don't have a clue about. And I was pleasantly surprised by that word: "Telephony". I spent 20 years as a troubleshooter in the business telephone arena both in Southern California, and Oregon. I fixed things others like me could not. For 20 years I had a blast!!!
It was before mythbusters. And counter to popular belief most people around loud noises don't have hearing issue. Your risk is higher but is still low.
@@TheDevilWAH it makes sense. People around loud noises wear ear protection as standard, whereas just going to a concert seems like nothing. I've noticed that people from UK (myself included) can stand the cold weather in short sleeve shirts and no coat, but people from cold climate countries aren't used to the cold... They always wrap up warm before going outside, even for a moment. If something happens frequently, you prepare, but if something only happens occasionally/rarely, you don't see the need to prepare.
@@dsample sorry what I meant is it's like smoking. Most people who smoke won't end up with smoking related cancer. A fair few will many more than average but still most won't. If you meet some one with hearing loss the chances are it has nothing to do with load noise. (even if they have been exposed to loud noises) most hearing issues are other conditions. It's the most annoying thing when you tell people you are losing your hearing the first thing they say is. "Oh is that because you were exposed to noise" I am just saying is some one says they have hearing loss don't make suggestions why, it can come across quite rude and insensitive. If you really want to know an indivual case just ask. "Do you know what caused your hearing loss?"
I’m one of the guys that should have had my hearing checked ages ago, but have been concerned about feeling older. Thanks Adam. Inspiring in a different way this time.
Adam: I’m a reluctant hearing aid wearer (damage from playing drums for decades and I suffer from tinnitus too). Your endorsement of improving ones life with hearing aids meant a lot to me. My kids and I idolize you and Jamie from the Mythbusters days. Thank you for bolstering my resolve for sticking into my ears these marvels of modern technology every day.
Thank you Adam and all the Tested crew for sharing your favourite things!! Also - thank you for an amazing year of content on such a varied number of topics! Thank you also for my Member poster. It turned up open (with the tube-end missing) but unsullied. I was so happy to show it off to my family (my wife said we 'need to get it framed' :o)) Take care and stay safe!
Thank you Adam, you have I inspired myself and my family for many years from myth busters and tested and beyond. I'll keep watching as long as you continue dream and create, Happy New year!
I know it's not the same, but did you know you can have a look around the cave on Google maps? (note that is is a little outdated now though) www.google.com/maps/@37.753683,-122.420717,3a,90y,350h,90t/data=!3m5!1e1!3m3!1sBdGhwCpf40wAAAAGOvCBAQ!2e0!3e2!6m1!1e1
that's actually one of those use cases that's way better in VR, since AR/MR/magic leap would super impose that workshop over your real environment and would look like a mess; and if his workshop is already in Google Maps, you can already see it in VR with Google Cardboard! magic leap shines when you place minimal digital assets that interact with the user and environment in meaningful ways
Man Jamie as an artist in the bay area I just have to say your enthuasim on the work sculptors and artist in general is awesome. Really appreciate your channel and team keep it up.
Ah Adam... such great picks! The whole crew has the most interesting and helpful tastes. These are some of my favorite end of year videos. GG and happy new year!
Hearing Aid Audiologist from Germany here, if anyone has questions feel free to ask! The Model Adam is wearing is a Widex Evoke 440 FS2, which is the High End Model of the Evoke Series. There are cheaper Versions of these available, with some features not activated. Even the most basic models will improve live quality dramatically.
Looks like the Widex Evoke 440 FS2 cost about 2,600 EUR (2,954 USD) here in Germany for privately insured and 1,900 EUR (2,158 USD) for publicly insured.
So, a high end model justify a stratosferic price, but that price cant afford to invest in a new carcass design? My granny died 20 years ago with the same design...
@@myopiczeal actually, that´s what happened with my grandparents, they both had hearing problems and used this hearing gadgets. I remember a couple of times the discussion between my parents about buying a new one or now, cause of the high cost of a basic model. Always with aids there is abuse
@@myopiczeal Sure there is a markup, but it isnt as high as you might think, the High end models pay for the Engineering, so the low End models can be sold just above their production cost. Developing hearing aids is quite complex, you can not just use off-the-shelf parts. To keep up, every Manufacturer needs to develop a new chip every 4-5 years. Most People don't need the high end models, they dont let you hear better, they make hearing more relaxed, which is only important if you had hearing loss for a long time and getting hearing aids just now, it makes adapting to this new flood of information easier.
@@chargerdiecast While widex is a little bit conservative with their designs, this is a little bit of an exaggeration, RIC-style Aids weren't even invented back then ;)
Adam: Thanks so much for adding Industria Mechanika to your list! Running a small business like this is a challenge and this helps more than people realize. Have a great 2019 and keep an eye out for the upcoming 1/6 Duchess Cosmonaut!
Happy holidays to you and all the crew at tested! Have had a great time this year catching up with all the content Tested produces and the tested crew. Adam you always speak from the heart and I LOVE the way it resonates with me. Thanks for your passion, creativity and enthusiasm. Looking forward to a great 2019.
I’m glad Adam shared the info on his hearing aides. Knowing from helping my father and grandfather buy their hearing aids, it’s an industry that is ripe for some disruption. In the form of a much cheaper product, that you can order online, and get shipped to your house.
As a (young) 40 year old, faced with the upcoming need for a hearing aid, I'm glad to know this. As a Gadget geek, I'm not terribly worried about them making me "feel old" as I'm used to having gadgets attached to my body, and further "nerdifying" myself. But the cost terrifies me. I really hope there are advances and competition in the very near future to bring the prices into the realistic.
I paused at 9:30 (on the nose)..Anyways, the whole hearing-aid thing that Adam is saying...Making me cry. My ears are shot. What he just said about hearing and retention/remembering, makes so much sense. I'm in need of some good hearing-aids. Thank You, Adam, I will check those out someday...Today is 7/20/2019 at 2201hr.est. Cheers to Ears.
Adam, thank you! Thank you so much for talking about hearing aids! I'm a hearing aid dispenser in CA and constantly struggle with the mystery and stigma of hearing aids and hearing loss. Anytime someone talks honestly about their experience, I appreciate it :) Thank you again!
Thank you for your heart felt message about your hearing aids my almost 10 year old daughter has worn them since she was 3 months old and they have made a world of difference hopefully your message will inspire others to get them and manufacturers will lower the cost and they will start being covered by insurance companies
Great steps Adam! I didn't even notice, though I have followed your work for ages. Anything you carry with pride, even it's metal arm or scar on your face, is invisible for you and others.
As a person with some hearing disability, finding out Adam has hearing issues was, personally, an emotional surprise for me. His super positive attitude made it a hugely positive one. Happy new year all, happy new year Adam.
My 19 year old son was diagnosed as 85% deaf at age 7. This was a late assessment, and whilst it wasn't a perfect sequence of events, his hearing aides are almost magical in the impact has had on his life. In Australia (trivia ahead) John Howard (Prime Minister for a while) was mostly deaf and set-up/funded Hearing Australia in such a way that my son (and I) didn't have to worry about money when it pertains to hearing loss. Everything is covered by a laughable $37 yearly subscription (that they don't even chase if you don't pay). Adam ... your public advocacy for hearing loss is very important and appreciated by parents all over the world (I'm in Tasmania BTW). Cheers ... happy new year.
@@jameshamaker9321 what
@@inflatablepenguin what? He was talking about someone who posted something rude and then deleted their post xD
We in the US need to advocate for far, far better healthcare so that our lives will improve in ways we don't even think of. It's ridiculous the crap we put up with. I'm so glad your son is doing well!
Howard era was too stronk
I've been an optician for close to 20 years, and your statement about hearing aids being something that will dramatically make your life better echoes so strongly with me. I work with pediatric optometry and pediatric ophthalmology, so I get to work with kids as young as 5-6 mos. A lot of times, their parents will have a stigma or a preconception of glasses as "nerdy" or "uncool" or whatever. I ask them every time this question: "What if I could offer you a device that will automatically make your life better and easier? And that it will work right now? I can make your life (or your child's life) better. Right now. Today." When viewed from that lens (pun definitely intended), their parents usually wake up and get their kid's the glasses they need. Makes my heart smile when the kids get their glasses too (we've all seen the videos...I get to see that daily).
Similar situation here.... I was so self-conscious when I started using a white cane in my late 30's. I've been legally blind since birth and usually I can see to get around without it, but with only a little bit of central vision in one eye, it makes my life a lot easier to use the cane. I wish I hadn't waited so long and I wish my parents had gotten me proper training on cane travel when I was a kid, but they didn't think I needed it. Falling down at 40 hurts a lot more than it did at 5 or 10, and people are a lot less forgiving of adults who don't see them (without the cane, they think I'm just oblivious/rude). The cane makes getting around at night or in crowded/unfamiliar places so much easier and safer.
Gamer 49 people with degenerative eyesight like me cant “strengthen” their eyes. And it pisses me off when people say that my eyes are bad because im not “strengthening” my eyes.
Gamer 49 Their eyes cannot be “strengthened” as if they are weak. Their eyesight is poor because of the physical shape of the eye and how light passes through it. Kids need their vision to be corrected because if they don’t their brain will actually never learn to use the eye. It could mean that they will never get good vision. No amount of “strengthening” will do anything to change that.
Strange.. Where are you from? Here people think glasses are cool. I know two people (28 y.o. and 13 y.o.) who occasionally wear dummy glasses just to look cooler.
I recently got tested and got my first pair of glasses it was epic, being able to see things I haven't seen in years was worth being nerdy. I'm in my 50's now...nerdy is a good thing.
Thank you so much for advocating for hearing aids. My son who is now 10, has been wearing cross talk hearing aids for almost two years now. When he was 8 we discovered he was completely deaf in one ear. The cross talk hearing aids allow him to hear from his deaf side and it makes a huge difference. Especially say he's playing a sport or in classroom. They would sit him with his good ear towards the teacher, now he doesn't need special placement or sitting arraignments. So it makes him more typical.
Thankyou for sharing information about your hearing aids! My father has struggled with not hearing well since he was young due to an accident. He has become so used to it that he finds it annoying to wear hearing aids as it makes things sound 'wrong' and 'too loud'. It become a really frustrating topic for the family as he seems happy to not hear anyone and definitely has memory problems. I think some hearing aids like yours might actually interest him though as he loves the more high tech version of things that he can modify and if he can adjust them alot he might find a good middle ground.
whatd you say?
@@thelordhawkeye6947 lol.
Hopefully seeing that Adam Savage does will help him understand it's OK to need help.
I personally am supposed to have hearing aids, but don't wear them for the same reason. I originally got a pair a few years ago but rarely wear them because I just don't like how things sound with them on. What gets to me though is more the sound of static and any background noise there may be that I couldn't hear before. Granted if I wore them it would likely turn into white noise and i'd learn to ignore it, but even still I don't wear them.
The advances in technology are amazing, a friend of mine was born with 37% hearing loss, his latest set can almost seamlessly interface with his phone and computer. I’ve sat with him in study sessions where he’d have switched to binging youtube videos via his direct audio link and we’d be none the wiser without walking by his laptop.
I'm 21 and I've recently noticed I have trouble understanding people more than I thought. I always feel bad asking people to repeat themselves because I can't hear them the first time without leaning in close or focusing on their mouths for visual cues. I also have heavily relied on closed caption since it's become difficult to focus on what's being said if there's music or noise. When Adam started talking about it, I got a bit misty eyed because I've felt pretty alone about this whole ordeal (especially being kinda young), so I'm glad he was here to share the experience! Hopefully this upcomming year I'll ask my doctor about my options and maybe try to get some help. Thanks for talking about it Adam, it really made me feel less alone.
I'm 27 and while my experience doesn't sound as bad as yours I have noticed very similar things. Part of my issue was ADD which I started getting treated for almost 2 years ago and things improved dramatically. However I do notice a portion of my problems are likely hearing related. I have an audiologist appointment next month. You are not alone and there is no shame in getting help.
Adam that last part was really sweet and heartfelt.
You and your team provide us with so many beautiful snapshots of happiness. They truly have the power to bring light to the darkest moments in life. Thank you for making and just being all around KIND people!
Adam's passion is so genuine and delightful.
i am 24 and wear hearing aids and not once i ever thought i was old. music is my life and hearing aids has made my life so much better . it has helped me to hear every note that is be played . it has also helped me be in sync with everyone
i have had hearing problems since I was 3 and have had many visits to the optician since. My first memory of one of these visits was of the Doctor saying to my mom that i would need regular checkups and ear tubes for the rest of my life. Now 13 years and seven surgeries later On my last visit in September the doctor looked at my ears for a few seconds before turning to me and saying that my ears were fully healed and that I wound never need to see an optician again. Those words have changed my life forever and made me fully realize how much little things like being able to heat base notes and being able to swim were ever you want effect someones life. It also added a greater appreciation for how fast technology is advancing, going from constant checkups for the rest of my life to being able to hear like a normal person for the first time in my life, and recovering from even something as minor as the 2% hearing loss, that was my peak during that time, is a totally transforming experience.
Maybe it took so long because you were talking to your eyeglass maker about your hearing, dude.
My brother was born with hearing difficulties. Thank you for saying what needed to be said. An inspiration in life... Thank you.
Your speech about the price of the hearing aids was amazing. :)
honestly it makes me sad
My sister's deaf and cant hear 1% and there are programs in every state where as long as you pay for the ear molds they pay for everything else $35 per side if you need both side and they even do payment plans never met one person who couldn't afford or get hearing aids if you are message me from what ive experienced most people over 20 who get them barely use them they ffind it overwhelming but a kid seems to adjust easier
My favorite thing in 2018: Adam Savage. The gift that keeps giving, and giving. May God continue to bless you Mr. Savage.
Thanks for promoting small artists and makers.
It would have been nice if he provided a link.
Sure, but Google has us covered!
I second that. The small time artists are the ones pumping the most blood into the industry.
@@berserkerscientist I'm pretty sure you can go to Widex.com, or a local audiologist. As the company does not do OTC.
Adam, thank you for flipping the script and extolling the virtues of your hearing aids. As an audiologist I have seen for years the stigma that has come along with them. It’s refreshing to have users who are willing to make such open and heartfelt testimonials. And for no other reason than their change in lifestyle. It’s is all our hope that these devices will be more accepted with each new generation and with increased visibility. Again, thank you for shining a little bit of light on the subject.
I came for Adam’s opinion on the Magic Leap, I left learning about hearing aids and destigmatizing them. Thanks Adam.
Adam, the sincerity and enthusiasm for what you do and say always comes through like a big, bright, wonderful light. Thank you!
This world does not deserve you Adam. You are such a pure person.
Adam you’re truly a gift we don’t deserve. What a champion in pioneering bringing this world a little closer to the un-achieved mysterious dreams of engineering. Live long and stay strong my dude.
Michael Stevens and Adam Savage are a match made in heaven. They bring me great joy. Love you, guys. Thank you for existing in my time line.
Now THIS is what I was waiting for. Not even ashamed.
This year, Adam is once again on of my favorite people! Thank you for all the joy and inspiration you radiate. Here's to another great year ahead!
Adam, you are one of the most genuinely enthusiastic and thoughtful people I have ever seen. Even if I watch a video with a subject that I have no interest in, your energy is infectious and pushes me back into my own creative well. Thank you for being you!
I appreciate the support the maker for the garage kits.
Seeing Adam tear up speaking of things that make him happy lifts me up higher than I can say.
Hmmmm open-source hearing aids that work and can be afforded by anyone? Challenge accepted.
I got the same idea. It can't be that hard. :D
TONS of profit to be made as well! Like you don't even have to do this out of the goodness of your heart. you could probably make pretty good profit and still be at like a quarter market price or something.
That being said, an open source, not for profit product would stand to make huge innovations and be pretty incredible.
Update- I started to put together a project and went to ebay to source the amp IC's- only to find there are literally THOUSANDS of options under $100 right from China and some nice rechargable units with charge cradle for $15USD- There is seemingly no point in pursuing the project at all. Of course I ordered some to test for myself though ;) Will see but I think there are plenty of options out there.
That would be the OTC version, which is basically microphones and amplifiers. There's a lot more that goes into a real hearing aid.
How about the open source Audio Bone?
As a 37 year who got hearing aids last year, I can vouch for how transformative they are. My hearing wasn't that bad (10-15% loss depending on the ear) but I had trouble having conversations in a crowd and these things fixed it, I can also hear a lot more birds now which is a nice plus.
I wear Widex CICs myself. Have had them for about seven years now. While I probably need to get an upgraded model soon, I still love these and how they benefit my life. I am right there with Adam recommending them to anyone having trouble with hearing.
Thank you for all the times you've been open about having to wear hearing aids and the commentary on the cost. I began losing my hearing two years ago from something that most likely I was born with. Hearing aids have become my lifeline to the world but there's much that needs improvement. Without my insurance they'd be totally out of reach, thank you also for your comments about what it's like when you're not wearing them. The comment about memory and hearing decline was truly an "ah ha!" moment. I and my family have noticed a decline over the past year and while not conclusive. It gives me comfort that I'm not the only one experiencing this. As a college student, I've often wondered what my future is going to be like if I'm already struggling with memory.
Adam's fave things is always among my most anticipated videos each year. I just adore the passion he has for artists, artisans, and neat stuff. Thanks for another great vid.
When you spoke about hearing aids it really struck me how honest you were, I can hear it in your voice.
You never get that on youtube. Thanks Adam. Much Love from Sweden.
Thanks Adam! I lost the full hearing in one ear when I caught swine flu (6 yrs ago) and was in hospital for 7 months (big thanks to the medical services!!!)... now on the mend and I am constantly missing scraps of conversation. I will take your advice sir and get me one! And this was also I inspired by a phone app where you can plug in headphones and it enhances sound in a similar way... so if you want to see what enhanced sound is like then get that phone app for a taster. I am gonna book an appointment to get some hearing! Again thanks Adam you da man!
Adam: You are truly a precious person. You bring happiness to me each time I listen to you. Thank you Bud!!
Your such a Gem.. I'm working on my own garage kit atm.. makes me nervous.. but when you promote other artists and encourage people to support smaller artists. It inspires me.. thank you so much Adam. Happy new year.
We'll all be here with ya.
Your point about hearing and memory definitely rings a bell, Adam. My Dad is in a bit of denial about his hearing aids and I never thought about connecting his hearing and bad memory. It's an every day battle to get him to wear them but I think we're getting there (slowly).
Having watched tested and mythbusters for years, it's fantastic to see that Adam is still very much aware of the fact that he does have access to things that others don't. But also extolling the merits of the things themselves,in the hopes that they will become available to everyone.
Happy holidays to the tested crew as well! :)
The passion in his voice almost brings me to tears
Adam, you are an amazing person. I really appreciate you putting yourself out there to try and help others. Keep on making the world better.
Love you too Adam... Happy Holidays to the Tested Team and their families!
Adam, this is why we love you. Here's to another amazing year in 2019!
Your continued enthusiasm and passion for this stuff and especially their makers is not only commendable, but it makes me happy to know that other people in the world get to share these things you love. Happy holidays from an aspiring maker.
Loved the little blurb about your hearing aids! It destigmatizes their use, and it actually made it seem more exciting than embarrassing. I hope it gets people who need them to seek them out if they can, since they can obviously improve your quality of life so much. It was great to hear how happy you are with them!
I love this guy. Totally genuine. I could listen and watch him for hours!! Have a great 2019 Adam.
Thanks Adam. My dad just got hearing aids and what you are saying is very important for everyone to know
Adam Savage is quite honestly one of my most favorite people.
Adam your passion is contagious and you are loved!
I work for a company that provides captions for phone calls, and it's so far the best job I've had. The distance this technology has come is immense, and I'm thankful that I have a place in easing the lives of so many.
Adam, I love how genuine you are as a person.!
Adam talking about hearing aids was amazing, this level of awareness is key. I never knew he had hearing issues, and that seems to be a testament to how well they work.
My new years resolution is to be more like Adam Savage. So many potential projects I have from years and years that I was never able to fulfill due to time. This year I'm going to full-on geek out!
Thank you and the whole Tested crew for all the tremendous content you all produced and released in 2018. Have a happy and exiting year 2019!
Adam, thank you for being such a positive force in the world.
It’s so nice to see that there are still such great people like you guys on tested I love you all thanks for giving me great content to pass the time! Happy new year to you all!
the best part of this by far (despite how cool the whole thing was) was the hearing aide portion. Thank you so much for sharing your own experience
Wow.... Adam you are such a good role model and honestly the speech you made about hearing loss convinced me enough to want to help my mom and her hearing loss.
You're and incredible maker, dad, and UA-camr and I'm so glad you're still making incredible things. Thanks Adam for another awesome year of builds!
I love radical imaging inventions, so the "glasses" you tried, really intrigue me. That kind of processing power would transform not only reality, but emotion, mental acuity, training videos, combat preparation, flying, the fields of possibilities are almost endless.
Hey Adam and Tested crew! I just wanted to thank you for sharing your experience and outlook on having hearing aids and hearing loss. I was born almost four months premature and so I have hearing loss and pretty bad vision in my left eye. I've had to deal with wearing hearing aids since I was a very young child (I'm 27 now) and I still wear them today. At least I should, they are so expensive and most health insurance plans don't cover hearing loss so I have a six or seven year old pair of hearing aids I carry around but only put in when I really need to. I'm lucky enough that my hearing isnt so bad that I can do that. Anyway, I'm glad to see someone with your popularity and outreach make such great statements about something that even today is highly stigmatized. Thanks Adam, you've inspired me ever since the first episode of Myth busters and I'll never stop watching your content. Live long and Prosper.
Happy Holidays to you too, Adam. You always brings a smile to my face. Keep up your excellent work and I wish you all the best.
I'm 24 and I have hearing damage and tinnitus so I know I'm going to need hearing aids eventually, hopefully the price and technology improve more by the time I need them.
I feel you, 26 and i have tinnitus too. I wonder if they'll ever be able to fix it to some degree.
dude, if you even think you have hearing loss get it checked and dealt with ASAP! it will not get better on its own. i'm 65, worked in Mills for over 40 years have 15-20% loss I can not here my wife in Walmart most of the time, due to the background noise, and the ringing in my ears. please don't do like I have, do it right for you! THE THINGS YOU WILL MISS OUT ON ARE ENORMOUS but small. like a child's little voice, or laughter.
Signia brand hearing aids has tinnitus therapy models. I’ve had tinnitus since I was 24 as well. Finally got them when I turned 36. Life-changing. You don’t really notice the ringing anymore. Totally worth getting and has improved my quality of life.
sucks for youu. best wishes
I'm 32 and It happens o me to, specially when background noise is present, such as music or others talking., then I can barely understand what they're saying.... And this has been happening since I was a kid. When I was in school, it was very difficult for me to hear what teachers were talking when classmates were talking or making any kind of noise. Weird enough, I'm able to hear subtle sounds and very low and very high frequencies in rather normal environments....
Adam, you said a word that most people don't have a clue about. And I was pleasantly surprised by that word: "Telephony". I spent 20 years as a troubleshooter in the business telephone arena both in Southern California, and Oregon. I fixed things others like me could not. For 20 years I had a blast!!!
I didn't know that Adam's hearing is impaired.
It was probably because of all the gunshots and explosions from mythbusters
@@ctait6226 I think he said somewhere it's actually a genetic thing for him
It was before mythbusters. And counter to popular belief most people around loud noises don't have hearing issue. Your risk is higher but is still low.
@@TheDevilWAH it makes sense. People around loud noises wear ear protection as standard, whereas just going to a concert seems like nothing.
I've noticed that people from UK (myself included) can stand the cold weather in short sleeve shirts and no coat, but people from cold climate countries aren't used to the cold... They always wrap up warm before going outside, even for a moment. If something happens frequently, you prepare, but if something only happens occasionally/rarely, you don't see the need to prepare.
@@dsample sorry what I meant is it's like smoking. Most people who smoke won't end up with smoking related cancer. A fair few will many more than average but still most won't.
If you meet some one with hearing loss the chances are it has nothing to do with load noise. (even if they have been exposed to loud noises) most hearing issues are other conditions.
It's the most annoying thing when you tell people you are losing your hearing the first thing they say is. "Oh is that because you were exposed to noise"
I am just saying is some one says they have hearing loss don't make suggestions why, it can come across quite rude and insensitive. If you really want to know an indivual case just ask. "Do you know what caused your hearing loss?"
I’m one of the guys that should have had my hearing checked ages ago, but have been concerned about feeling older. Thanks Adam. Inspiring in a different way this time.
We love you Adam! Thanks for making it fun to watch all your content!
So cool Adam. Thnx for years of fun videos!
Dude!!! you are my absolute favorite!! you are so real and unafraid .. So glad I found you on youtube!! Thank you !!
Adam: I’m a reluctant hearing aid wearer (damage from playing drums for decades and I suffer from tinnitus too). Your endorsement of improving ones life with hearing aids meant a lot to me. My kids and I idolize you and Jamie from the Mythbusters days. Thank you for bolstering my resolve for sticking into my ears these marvels of modern technology every day.
This is honestly such a genuine video, made me smile! Thanks Adam/Tested!
Thank you Adam and all the Tested crew for sharing your favourite things!! Also - thank you for an amazing year of content on such a varied number of topics! Thank you also for my Member poster. It turned up open (with the tube-end missing) but unsullied. I was so happy to show it off to my family (my wife said we 'need to get it framed' :o)) Take care and stay safe!
Thank you for being awesome. Happy New Year!
Thank you Adam, you have I inspired myself and my family for many years from myth busters and tested and beyond. I'll keep watching as long as you continue dream and create, Happy New year!
Adam, you should let Magic Leap guys to virtually recreate your workshop (from full scans), perhaps even with some in-game tour-style info.
I know it's not the same, but did you know you can have a look around the cave on Google maps? (note that is is a little outdated now though)
www.google.com/maps/@37.753683,-122.420717,3a,90y,350h,90t/data=!3m5!1e1!3m3!1sBdGhwCpf40wAAAAGOvCBAQ!2e0!3e2!6m1!1e1
that's actually one of those use cases that's way better in VR, since AR/MR/magic leap would super impose that workshop over your real environment and would look like a mess; and if his workshop is already in Google Maps, you can already see it in VR with Google Cardboard!
magic leap shines when you place minimal digital assets that interact with the user and environment in meaningful ways
Man Jamie as an artist in the bay area I just have to say your enthuasim on the work sculptors and artist in general is awesome. Really appreciate your channel and team keep it up.
Ah Adam... such great picks! The whole crew has the most interesting and helpful tastes. These are some of my favorite end of year videos. GG and happy new year!
Hearing Aid Audiologist from Germany here, if anyone has questions feel free to ask!
The Model Adam is wearing is a Widex Evoke 440 FS2, which is the High End Model of the Evoke Series. There are cheaper Versions of these available, with some features not activated. Even the most basic models will improve live quality dramatically.
Looks like the Widex Evoke 440 FS2 cost about 2,600 EUR (2,954 USD) here in Germany for privately insured and 1,900 EUR (2,158 USD) for publicly insured.
So, a high end model justify a stratosferic price, but that price cant afford to invest in a new carcass design? My granny died 20 years ago with the same design...
@@myopiczeal actually, that´s what happened with my grandparents, they both had hearing problems and used this hearing gadgets. I remember a couple of times the discussion between my parents about buying a new one or now, cause of the high cost of a basic model. Always with aids there is abuse
@@myopiczeal Sure there is a markup, but it isnt as high as you might think, the High end models pay for the Engineering, so the low End models can be sold just above their production cost. Developing hearing aids is quite complex, you can not just use off-the-shelf parts. To keep up, every Manufacturer needs to develop a new chip every 4-5 years.
Most People don't need the high end models, they dont let you hear better, they make hearing more relaxed, which is only important if you had hearing loss for a long time and getting hearing aids just now, it makes adapting to this new flood of information easier.
@@chargerdiecast While widex is a little bit conservative with their designs, this is a little bit of an exaggeration, RIC-style Aids weren't even invented back then ;)
You rock, Adam!
Thanks for making a new show! It's good to see you still sharing your knowledge and making great content :D
I just finished watching the expanse season 2 and Adam made a cameo on one of the ships!
Adam: Thanks so much for adding Industria Mechanika to your list! Running a small business like this is a challenge and this helps more than people realize. Have a great 2019 and keep an eye out for the upcoming 1/6 Duchess Cosmonaut!
Happy holidays to you and all the crew at tested! Have had a great time this year catching up with all the content Tested produces and the tested crew. Adam you always speak from the heart and I LOVE the way it resonates with me. Thanks for your passion, creativity and enthusiasm. Looking forward to a great 2019.
Thanks Adam! Happy New Year to you and all the Tested crew!
i wish i could have grown up with you as my dad. what a time that could have been.
Thanks Adam for a great and inspiring year. Looking forward to seeing what you do in 2019!
All of these gadgets, art pieces and items are soooo cool! All of the replicas are so beautifully made.
I hope everyone has an amazing day!
I’m glad Adam shared the info on his hearing aides. Knowing from helping my father and grandfather buy their hearing aids, it’s an industry that is ripe for some disruption. In the form of a much cheaper product, that you can order online, and get shipped to your house.
I've been thinking about getting my bearing checked for a little while now and your discussion made me book the appointment. Thank you
Thank you, Adam! Happy Holidays to you and your fantastic crew.
As a (young) 40 year old, faced with the upcoming need for a hearing aid, I'm glad to know this. As a Gadget geek, I'm not terribly worried about them making me "feel old" as I'm used to having gadgets attached to my body, and further "nerdifying" myself. But the cost terrifies me. I really hope there are advances and competition in the very near future to bring the prices into the realistic.
Thanks, Adam. You are a wonderful and inspiring person.
Cheers for talking about hearing loss in a way that is honest and frank
I've been looking forward to Adam's 2018 favorite things video and man....it didn't dissapoint.
Thank you for being you Adam
I paused at 9:30 (on the nose)..Anyways, the whole hearing-aid thing that Adam is saying...Making me cry. My ears are shot. What he just said about hearing and retention/remembering, makes so much sense. I'm in need of some good hearing-aids.
Thank You, Adam, I will check those out someday...Today is 7/20/2019 at 2201hr.est.
Cheers to Ears.
Nope...I Can't afford those. Some day
Adam, thank you! Thank you so much for talking about hearing aids! I'm a hearing aid dispenser in CA and constantly struggle with the mystery and stigma of hearing aids and hearing loss. Anytime someone talks honestly about their experience, I appreciate it :) Thank you again!
Big thumbs up Adam. I do hope that something so essential for the betterment of people's lives becomes more affordable.
My girlfriend is deaf and has cochlear implants I appreciate the voice about hearing disabilities shes gone through alot. Happy Valentine's day.
Yesss! Have been waiting for this one!
You never disappoint Adam and your nobility is admired by all.
Happy New Year, Adam! I only discovered your channel this year and have enjoyed it so much so far!
Thank you for your heart felt message about your hearing aids my almost 10 year old daughter has worn them since she was 3 months old and they have made a world of difference hopefully your message will inspire others to get them and manufacturers will lower the cost and they will start being covered by insurance companies
Great steps Adam! I didn't even notice, though I have followed your work for ages. Anything you carry with pride, even it's metal arm or scar on your face, is invisible for you and others.
I found three pair of vintage American Optical steel FG-58s at a garage sale last year. They are easily my favorite sunglasses.