Overview
- On the Feb. 9 podcast episode, Rhett said he is "kind of going deaf" in one ear and has begun using hearing aids.
- He reported wearing the devices for about a week, saying the boost in sound made his bustling home feel overwhelming.
- He described toggling phone settings, including noise-canceling, to find a comfortable hearing level while adjusting to the aids.
- Rhett and his wife, Lauren Akins, have four daughters and are expecting their fifth child in March.
- Coverage highlights supportive reactions to his candor, with no medical diagnosis, prognosis, or career impact disclosed.