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The Optical Journal Podcast

Daniel Feldman
Vasuma Eyewear
SILMO Istanbul
Vision After Violence
William Morris Eyewear
Munich, Germany
Paloceras Eyewear
Erkers1879
Wright & Bailey London
Opti Munich
Sustainability
Istanbul
Iwear
Root & Steel Eyewear
Design Eyewear Group
Palm Springs
THE Londoni
ICON Show
Nw77th
Glasses
British Optical Association Museum

The Optical Journal podcast is a weekly show about newsmakers, artists, artisans, marketers, opticians, and optometrists who make optical better.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes312Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Business NewsHealth & FitnessNewsMedicine

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Latest Episodes

Daniel speaks with John Bruening, the CEO of Geauga Vision Group.

www.geaugavisiongroup.com/

Daniel speaks with David King Dunaway, professor at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque and the author of A Four-Eyed World: How Glasses Changed the Way We See.

afoureyedworld.com/

Daniel speaks with Wayne, Weston, and Matt McGee, the family behind The McGee Group.

mcgeegroup.com/

Daniel speaks with two generations of the Erkers family, the makers of Erkers1879, NW77th, and The Neighbors.

www.studiooptyx.com/

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Recent Guests

David King Dunaway
Professor of English at the University of New Mexico and San Paulo; author of A Four-Eyed World, How Glasses Changed the Way We See
University of New Mexico, Author
Episode: A Four-Eyed World
Wayne McGee
Founder/Patriarch of The McGee Group
The McGee Group
Episode: The McGee Group
Weston McGee
IT and operations leader at The McGee Group
The McGee Group
Episode: The McGee Group
Matt McGee
Manufacturing and product development lead at The McGee Group
The McGee Group
Episode: The McGee Group
Jack Erker III
Junior family member involved in design/retail
Erkers1879 NW77th
Episode: Erkers Family Generations
Jack Erker Sr.
Senior member of Erkers family, involved in wholesale/design
Erkers1879 NW77th brand
Episode: Erkers Family Generations
Tony Erker
Retail-focused family member managing stores
Erkers1879 NW77th
Episode: Erkers Family Generations
Tarrence Lackran
Founder of the ICON Agency and the ICON Show
ICON Agency and ICON Show
Episode: EYECON SHOW 2026
Francesca Chapman
Founder of the Chapman Agency; founder of THE LONDONi luxury optical show
Chapman Agency / THE LONDONi
Episode: THE LONDONi 2026

Host

Daniel Feldman
Host of The Optical Journal Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Loving this podcast!!

    I'm loving this show from Daniel! He provides great insight on the world of optics and keeps things interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marisa J2
    United States6 years ago
  • Relevant and interesting

    Love hearing about all aspects of the optical world! Thanks Daniel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lanwowww
    United States8 years ago

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Shows consistently highlight branding and trade-show expertise.
Listeners praise deep industry knowledge and engaging guests.
The host blends history with practical industry insights.

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Apple Podcasts
#212
France/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#184
Finland/News/Business News

Talking Points

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Root & Steel Eyewear
Q: Where can listeners learn more and how can stores reach out to Root & Steel?
Listeners can visit rootandsteel.com and follow on Instagram for new collections and production stories; inquiries can be sent via info@rootandsteel.com, reinforcing a direct line to the brand for potential partnerships and consumer questions.
Root & Steel Eyewear
Q: What sort of woods and materials do you use, and how do you approach production?
The brand uses multilayered, modified wood engineered for durability and a distinctive grain, along with ram's horn sourced from Anatolia for texture and cultural heritage. Bronze is used for temples to achieve a vintage look and better adjustability in optical stores. They emphasize on-demand production to fit each partner store, and bronze is partly recycled from industrial scrap for sustainability.
Root & Steel Eyewear
Q: How did you get into the eyewear business, and what is your background?
Zeynep explains that the venture grew from a family tradition in machinery and engineering, with her father starting it as a hobby in 2015. She studied industrial design and interior architecture, then joined the process full-time, combining hands-on craft with a strong technical foundation inherited from her father, which helped turn a hobby into a brand focused on craftsmanship and material innovation.
Vision After Violence
Q: What is the mission and how can listeners help?
To provide glasses and vision care to those who can't afford it, especially children; listeners can donate eyewear, funds, or help with events and volunteering.
Vision After Violence
Q: How did Vision After Violence originate and why name it that?
The charity grew out of personal tragedy and a desire to honor Isabella; the name reflects the focus on healing and preventing violence through improved vision and community support.

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A deep-dive into the optical industry, the show covers history, design, and modern business dynamics shaping eyewear brands, retailers, and manufacturers. Episodes frequently explore how culture, technology, and trade shows influence consumer experiences, with conversations ranging from scholarly perspectives on eyewear history to hands-on branding and product development. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on trade shows, authentic brand storytelling, and practical guidance for retailers and designers navigating a global market.

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1. David King Dunaway
2. Wayne McGee
3. Weston McGee
4. Matt McGee
5. Jack Erker III
6. Jack Erker Sr.
7. Tony Erker
8. Tarrence Lackran

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