Beedie on Eyewear: The Podcast

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 [email protected] more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear

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 [email protected] more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear

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 [email protected] more Beedie:https://www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear

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 [email protected] more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear

Sangeeta changed careers during COVID. We discuss dealing with feelings of discontent at work and the desire for more. She shares some transferable skills that helped her transition to her new role.For more Sangeeta:https://www.instagram.com/sangeetakmahi/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 [email protected] more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear

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 [email protected] more Beedie:instagram.com/beedieoneyewearbeedieoneyewear.comyoutube.com/beedieoneyewear

On this episode we discuss how fashion reflects our mood, allows for self expression and can shape how we feel about ourselves. We look at the function and fashion of eyewear and Shakaila explains what studies have found about how glasses wearers are perceived and treated at various stages of life.For more Shakaila Forbes-Bell:Buy Big Dress Energy: https://fashionispsychology.com/big-dress-energy/www.fashionispsychology.comwww.instagram.com/fashionispsychologywww.instagram.com/shakailaeliseFor 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 [email protected] more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear

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 [email protected] more Beedie:www.instagram.com/beedieoneyewearwww.beedieoneyewear.comwww.youtube.com/beedieoneyewear

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 [email protected] more Beedie:instagram.com/beedieoneyewearbeedieoneyewear.comyoutube.com/beedieoneyewear

She's baaaaack with Season 2! This season of Beedie on Eyewear: The Podcast is bigger, bolder, and not to be missed. Featuring an inspiring and varied line-up of voices - from ophthalmologists and optometrists to frame-makers and a fashion psychologist - this season brings fresh perspectives from across optics.A huge thanks to our Partner; Orbis UK, Sponsor; M2M Eyewear and Ransome Optical for providing eyewear. For more about our Partner and their sight-saving work: Orbis.org.ukFor more about our Sponsor: M2Meyewear.comTo sponsor future episodes email [email protected] more Beedie:instagram.com/beedieoneyewearbeedieoneyewear.comyoutube.com/beedieoneyewear

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: [email protected]: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com

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: [email protected]: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com

In this episode consultant ophthalmologist Daren Hanumunthadu explains the impact diabetes can have on the eyes.Looking for Daren?https://kersleyeyeclinic.com/Want to contact me?Email: [email protected]: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com#diabetes #diabetesawareness #ophthalmology #optometry #optometryeducation #diabeticeyedisease #optometrypodcast

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_appWant to contact me?Email: [email protected]: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com

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-ofFor more articles: https://eyestyle.substack.com/Website: https://eyestylestudio.com/Want to contact me?Email: [email protected]: instagram.com/beedieoneyewearBlog: www.beedieoneyewear.com

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!