Explore every episode of the podcast Beedie on Eyewear: The Podcast
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| S2E9. The Future of British Frame Making: A Conversation with Lawrence Jenkin | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:40:25 | |
On the final episode of the season, the legendary Lawrence Jenkin tells us about his career to date, his new glasses collection Ransome+Jenkin, and what he hopes for the future of frame-making in the UK.For Ransome+Jenkin: https://www.ransomeandjenkin.com/For more Lawrence:https://www.specmaker.com/For more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: www.Orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: www.M2Meyewear.comGlasses provided by www.ransomeoptical.comTo sponsor future episodes email hello@beedieoneyewear.comFor more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear | |||
| S2E8. LASIK, LASEK, ICL and More: A Guide to Laser Eye Surgery | ft. Radhika Rampat | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:38:20 | |
This week Radhika explains the different types of refractive vision correction (PRK, LASIK, Lenticule Extraction and ICL). We discuss how she balances working in the NHS, private practice and content creation.For more Radhika:https://www.radhikarampat.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/eyefluencerrr/For more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: www.Orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: www.M2Meyewear.comTo sponsor future episodes email hello@beedieoneyewear.comFor more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear | |||
| S2E7. Inclusive Eyewear Design: The Faces the Industry Forgot | ft. Alice Hargreaves | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:35:12 | |
On this episode we look at the limitations of eyewear design and acknowledge the faces it forgot. We discuss universality vs inclusivity and Alice introduces The Makers Collection. For more Alice Hargreaves:The Makers Collection: https://ahframeartist.com/pages/collection/index.htmlhttps://ahframeartist.com/https://www.instagram.com/ahframeartist/For more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: www.Orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: www.M2Meyewear.comTo sponsor future episodes email hello@beedieoneyewear.comFor more Beedie:https://www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear | |||
| S2E6. Squints, Lazy Eye and Screen Time: Paediatric Eye Care with Lucy Barker | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:31:31 | |
This week we discuss how Lucy became a paediatric ophthalmologist, how to manage amblyopia and her time working with Orbis UK.For more Lucy:https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/private/consultants/lucy-barkerFor more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: www.Orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: www.M2Meyewear.comTo sponsor future episodes email hello@beedieoneyewear.comFor more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear | |||
| S2E4. Myopia Control Explained: Causes, Risks and Treatment Options | ft. John Bolger | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:36:21 | |
This week we discuss the potential pathology associated with myopia, risk factors for myopia progression and the importance, and methods, of myopia control. For more John:https://my-iclinic.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/myiclinic/For more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: www.Orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: www.M2Meyewear.comTo sponsor future episodes email hello@beedieoneyewear.comFor more Beedie:instagram.com/beedieoneyewearbeedieoneyewear.comyoutube.com/beedieoneyewear | |||
| S2E2. Building an Optics Business and Creating Content as an Optometrist | ft. Karmelo Modina | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:34:26 | |
On this episode we discuss Karmelo's journey into optics, diversifying his career, starting Out of the Box Optics, practice ownership and the meaning of professionalism. For more Karmelo:https://outoftheboxoptics.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/outoftheboxoptics/https://www.instagram.com/eyepapa_/For more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: www.orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: www.M2Meyewear.comGlasses provided by www.ransomeoptical.comTo sponsor future episodes email hello@beedieoneyewear.comFor more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear | |||
| S2E1. Flying Eye Hospital: Volunteer Ophthalmology and Global Sight Loss | ft. Larry Benjamin | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:33:24 | |
On this episode we talk about Larry's career to date, his amazing work with Orbis UK, technological advances within ophthalmology, his love for photography and Cybersight.For more Larry:larrybenjaminphotos.comhttps://www.instagram.com/larrybenjamin0001/?hl=enFor more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: www.orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: www.M2Meyewear.comTo sponsor future episodes email hello@beedieoneyewear.comFor more Beedie:instagram.com/beedieoneyewearbeedieoneyewear.comyoutube.com/beedieoneyewear | |||
| S1E5. Independent Opticians: Surviving Hardship, Serving Communities | ft. Margaret Asare | 03 Aug 2025 | 00:22:55 | |
In this episode Margaret Asare describes the challenges faced as the owner of an independent practice, the impact of the London 2011 riots on business and the role opticians play in the community. Looking for Margaret? For eye tests/glasses: https://www.eyelondonopticians.co.uk/Want to contact me?Email: hello@beedieoneyewear.comInstagram: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com | |||
| S1E4. Spectacle Making, Optometry and Building a Creative Career | ft. Jack Lupton | 27 Jul 2025 | 00:27:22 | |
In this episode I discuss balancing business, creativity and clinical skills with spectacle maker and fellow optometrist, Jack Lupton. Looking for Jack? For an eye test/glasses: https://www.ransomeoptical.com/ Shop the Drakes collaboration: https://www.drakes.com/collections/sunglassesWant to contact me?Email: hello@beedieoneyewear.comInstagram: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com | |||
| S1E3. Diabetes and Eye Health: What an Ophthalmologist Wants You to Know | ft. Daren Hanumunthadu | 20 Jul 2025 | 00:26:09 | |
In this episode consultant ophthalmologist Daren Hanumunthadu explains the impact diabetes can have on the eyes. Looking for Daren? Want to contact me?Email: hello@beedieoneyewear.comInstagram: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com #diabetes #diabetesawareness #ophthalmology #optometry #optometryeducation #diabeticeyedisease #optometrypodcast | |||
| S1E2. Optometry Careers Beyond the High Street: Working Remotely and Abroad | ft. Akchlass Bazza | 13 Jul 2025 | 00:29:05 | |
In this episode I discuss the scope of Optometry with long time friend, Akhlass. We explore her job roles to date, including working as an optometrist remotely and abroad. Want to know more about the guest? LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akchlass-bazza-97044380?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Want to contact me? Email: hello@beedieoneyewear.com Instagram: instagram.com/beedieoneyewear Blog: www.beedieoneyewear.com | |||
| S1E1. Choosing Glasses for Your Face Shape: What Actually Matters | ft. Rebecca Thompson | 06 Jul 2025 | 00:25:26 | |
In this episode Rebecca Thompson joins me to discuss the factors to consider when choosing glasses. Want to know more about the guest? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeyestylestudio?igsh=MTd2NXM4bGpqMXo1aA== Article mentioned: https://eyestyle.substack.com/p/face-it-the-myth-and-marketing-of For more articles: https://eyestyle.substack.com/ Website: https://eyestylestudio.com/ Want to contact me? Email: hello@beedieoneyewear.com Instagram: instagram.com/beedieoneyewear Blog: www.beedieoneyewear.com | |||
| Introducing... Beedie on Eyewear: The Podcast! | 06 Jul 2025 | 00:01:04 | |
What started as a blog takes on new life with this podcast series. Beedie on Eyewear: the podcast is a platform where I explore topics surrounding optometry, optics and eyewear. This season you'll hear conversations with amazing guests, discussing everything from diabetes and styling to gentrification and working abroad. Subscribe, share and enjoy! | |||