Deafinitely Talking Season Two, Episode Eight: Lifting Up Others with Jonathan Ozek

Hearing loss community activist Jonathan Ozek shares his journey, beginning with his diagnosis at age three and his use of various hearing aids. Jonathan founded the Hear You Rise Foundation in 2023 to advocate for communication accessibility and resilience. He serves on the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and supports community engagement for the Hearing Loss Association of America, Boston chapter. Through his advocacy work, Jonathan emphasizes the importance of education, collaboration, and technology in creating inclusive environments. He also discusses his advocacy efforts in workplaces and sports, highlighting the need for better communication accessibility. This podcast is Season Two, Episode Eight of Deafinitely Talking with Shanna Groves and is dated 07.10.2026. Copyright (c) Shanna Groves.