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    The Organist

    Episode 33: Auditory Nerves

    Stephin Merritt of the Magnetic Fields, artist Chris Johanson, and electronic musician Gobby discuss their troubles with inner-ear damage. CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE

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    By Andrew Leland • Oct 28, 2014 • 18m Listen

    Interviews with three musicians who suffer from hearing disorders. Stephin Merritt of the Magnetic Fields discusses his hyperacusis, a sensitivity to loud sounds. Chris Johanson of Sun Foot and electronic musician Gobby explore their tinnitus, a persistent ringing in the ear. CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE

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      Andrew Leland

      author of “The Country of the Blind: A Memoir At The End Of Sight”

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