Best Optometry Australia Podcasts (2025)

For years, behavioural optometry has been labelled as controversial, even dismissed as just rubbish. But what if the results speak louder than the scepticism? In this episode, we are joined by Adrian Vecchio, optometrist and director of The Eye Collective, to explore the power of specialising with passion and purpose in optometry. From discovering …

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Singe Gill - Choose to Be Formed - The Narrow Way 16:30

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11d ago16:30

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Episode 22: Rural and regional optometry practice 37:34

7d ago37:34

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In this episode, optometrists Joyce Chan and Andrew Yue share their firsthand experiences of working in rural and regional practice. From the unique rewards to the unexpected challenges, they offer valuable insights and practical advice for anyone considering a career outside the city. Whether you’re an optometry student or simply curious about lif…

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Marcy Paynter - The Narrow Way - Be With Jesus | Prayer 26:38

18d ago26:38

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP35: The Power of Young Optometrists: Supporting the Next Generation of Eye Care Professionals 48:26

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What if you had a support network ready to answer your questions, guide you through your first grad role, and remind you why you chose optometry in the first place? That's exactly what Young Optometrists Network provides! In this episode, we are joined by Celine Zhang, Ann Tran, and Yeghia Gharibian from Young Optometrists (YO) Network, a volunteer…

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Marcy Paynter - The Narrow Way - Be With Jesus 29:08

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Rick Paynter - The Narrow Way - The Journey of Faith 22:31

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP34: What We Can Learn from U.S. Optometry: A Cross-Market Conversation with Erich Mattei 58:53

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Ever wonder how optometry practices in the US compare to those in Australia and what we can learn from each other? In this episode, we are joined by Erich Mattei, President + Chief Vision Officer of Akrinos, to explore the landscape of independent practice, the impact of private equity, the evolving scope of practice, and how technology & consumer …

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Take 3 with Brett Pierce 41:08

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Sermon on the Mount PEV Reading 36:25

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP33: From Optometrist to Owner Building Confidence and Growing Independently with Amanda Duffy 48:35

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What does it really take to go from being a new optometrist to owning two thriving independent practices before 30? In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Amanda Duffy, an optometrist and co‑owner of two practices, to talk about her journey as an eye care professional, her mindset, and the steps she took to confidently step into ownership. Fr…

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Mark Pomery - Holy Spirit Crash Course 21:17

2M ago21:17

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Marcy Paynter - The Narrow Gate - This Is Us 23:34

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Tim Brockwell - This Is Us - Wigs, Optometry & Street Corners 26:31

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP32: Training and Recruitment Challenges in the Optical Profession with James Gibbins 51:12

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Everyone loses when thousands of optical assistants are untrained. It's not their fault; it's just that they're out there performing optical services that they haven't got any idea about. – James Gibbins In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by James Gibbins, Director of Education at ACOD and one of the legends in Australia's optical industry, …

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Trish Swenson - This Is Us - Ask, Seek, Knock 21:28

3M ago21:28

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Singe Gill - This Is Us - Don't Worry About It 21:08

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP31: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 8 - Tough Talks, Stronger Team: How to Lead with Language and Intent 55:27

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What if the real price of avoiding difficult conversations at work is losing your best team members and holding back your business growth? How much longer can you afford to stay silent? In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined again by Opticare’s Commercial Manager, Joanne Scott-Dostine, to dive into one of the most avoided yet essential parts of …

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Jacob Massey-Chase - This Is Us - Money is Weird 22:21

3M ago22:21

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Bethany Bolmers - This Is Us - What's in a Name? 24:02

3M ago24:02

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP30: Digital Health and Evolving Scope of Optometry with Nicola Mountford 45:02

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What does Digital health really mean in the context of optometry beyond the buzzwords? Nicola Mountford unpacks one of the most relevant topics in optometry as technology continues to reshape the healthcare landscape. In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Nicola Mountford, Optometry Advancement Advisor at Optometry Australia, to explore the …

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Marcy Paynter - This Is Us - How to Really Have a Kingdom Heart 23:41

4M ago23:41

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Rick Paynter - This Is Us - Living the Way of the Kingdom 20:04

4M ago20:04

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP29: Craftsmanship and Sustainability: The Future of Eyewear with Chris Savage 55:57

4M ago55:57

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"Sustainability doesn't have to be special, it can just be a normal part of eyewear manufacturing process," - Chris Savage's take on championing small batch eyewear manufacturing, environmental responsibility, and timeless design aesthetics. In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Chris Savage, a renowned eyewear designer and founder of Objekt…

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Marcy Paynter - This Is Us - The Beautitudes 25:10

4M ago25:10

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP28: Leadership, Staff Motivation & Social Media for Practice Growth with Kayla Ashlee - Part 3 51:41

5M ago51:41

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If your team isn't showing up the way you want, it might be time to look at your leadership. Because the truth is, thriving optical practices aren’t built on sales alone. They’re built on strong leadership, intentional training, and a team that feels seen, supported, and inspired. In this part 3 episode, Michael Nasser is back again with Kayle Ashl…

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Marcy Paynter - This Is Us - How Then Do We Live? 20:54

5M ago20:54

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP27: Soft Skills & Human Connection in Optometry with Kayla Ashlee - Part 2 19:47

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Can you truly build a human connection with your patient in just one minute? In part two of our conversation, Kayla Ashlee returns to share how “adult pacifiers,” aka our phones, are quietly killing patient relationships. She reveals how soft skills, when used intentionally, can restore and create an unforgettable patient experience. Kayla shares s…

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Rick Paynter - Jesus Lives 16:00

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Rick Paynter - Palm Sunday 16:49

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP26: The Power of Structured Training in Independent Optometry with Kayla Ashlee - Part 1 26:59

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You can have the best inventory and marketing plan for your independent practice, but if your team isn't trained to back it up, it does no good to you - Kayla Ashlee. In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Kayla Ashlee, CEO of Spexy, a US-based optical training resource that addresses the most critical struggles of independent practices. Kayl…

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Marcy Paynter - Australia Day Throwback 20:53

6M ago20:53

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP25: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 7 - The Untapped Opportunity for Sunglasses in Australia’s Independent Practices 48:38

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What if the advice we failed to give is the very reason our patients are now struggling with eye health issues? At what point will they come back to us, wondering why we never told them to wear sunglasses before it was too late? In this episode of the Elevate Your Practice series, Michael Nasser and Joanne Scott-Dostine, Opticare's Commercial Manag…

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Marcy Paynter - We The Church - Week 5 27:32

6M ago27:32

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Jacob Massey-Chase - We The Church - Week 4 23:03

6M ago23:03

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP24: Kelly O' Brien on Managing an Independent Optical Practice in a Rural Setting: Challenges, Partnership, Growth, and Making a Difference in the Community 1:03:57

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She drove patients to the hospital by herself three times because there was no other choice - here's what a rural independent practice co-owner does to go above and beyond patient care. Kelly O’Brien is the co-owner of Bridge Eye Care, a trusted independent practice in Murray Bridge. Her journey began with a cadet scholarship from OPSM, and she wor…

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Bethany Bolmers - How Bold Are We? - We The Church 19:48

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Marcy Paynter - We The Church Week 2 27:29

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP23: Belinda Musitano on Strategic Growth, Patient Care & Running a Successful 42:59

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What does it take to scale an independent practice successfully? In this episode, Michael Nasser talks with Belinda Musitano of Eyes@Optometry to explore how she has successfully built and expanded her independent practice to three thriving locations in Western Australia. Throughout the conversation, Belinda shared how she transitioned from being a…

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Marcy Paynter - We The Church 31:09

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP22: Assess Your Emotional Intelligence and Be a Better Leader with Dr. Bethany Fishbein [Part 2] 47:38

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You might think to yourself, I'm a good leader! Okay, but does your self-awareness match how your team perceives you? In this episode, Michael Nasser and Dr. Bethany Fishbein dive deeper into emotional intelligence (EI) and its practical application in leadership development. Dr. Bethany shares the six key leadership competencies, how to evaluate a…

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Rick Paynter - Take Our Place on the Wall 13:46

7M ago13:46

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By Gateway Church Australia

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Rick Paynter - Arise 13:50

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP21: The Essentials of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership with Dr. Bethany Fishbein [Part 1] 46:27

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Great leaders don't just focus on goals and deadlines. They connect with emotions, too. Emotional intelligence is the secret ingredient that transforms leadership, strengthens optometry teams, and drives meaningful results. In this episode, Michael Nasser speaks with Dr. Bethany Fishbein, a New Jersey-based optometrist and Emotional Intelligence pr…

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Jacob Massey-Chase - Castaway 18:41

8M ago18:41

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By Gateway Church Australia

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EP20: Vision 2040: Shaping the Future of Optometry with Skye Cappuccio, CEO of Optometry Australia 50:52

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Are you curious about where the optical industry is headed and what it means for you as an eye care professional? In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Skye Cappuccio, CEO of Optometry Australia, to dive into the Optometry 2040 project, an initiative to shape the future of optometry by understanding key trends, challenges, and opportunities …