Noam Hassenfeld

Noam Hassenfeld, host of Vox's Unexplainable and reporter on scientific mysteries, dives into the puzzling world of tinnitus. He shares Kelly's harrowing experience with this condition, highlighting how standard hearing tests often miss hidden issues. The discussion unveils how our brains create phantom sounds as a response to lost input. Hassenfeld and experts reveal that perception is not only about sound but all senses, explaining how the brain prioritizes survival over absolute truth, urging a humble trust in our sensory experiences.