Grumpy Old Geeks Topics Gene therapy for hearing loss Topic Gene therapy for hearing loss 2 mentions in 1 episode The hosts discuss a treatment they say improved hearing in six children. Mentions 633: Brie Break Jan 27, 2024 16:59 Six deaf children were given some gene therapy straight into their ears. 17:19 Before they couldn't hear anything under 95 decibels. Now, it's around 45 decibels.