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The Optical Journal Podcast

Daniel Feldman
SILMO Paris
Design Eyewear Group
Sustainability
Erkers1879
Paloceras Eyewear
William Morris Eyewear
Mido
SILMO Istanbul
Munich, Germany
Vision After Violence
Vasuma Eyewear
Smart Eyewear
METO
Wright & Bailey London
Opti Munich
Optical Industry
Trade Shows
In-House Manufacturing
Palm Springs
THE Londoni

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

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes314Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Daniel speaks with Leo Zupan of Laibach & York and Kayla Ashlee of Spexy about the Southern Independent Optical Show (SIOS), why independent eyecare professionals should attend, and what visitors can expect when the show comes to the Dallas/Fort Wort... more

Daniel speaks with Amélie Morel Martin, SILMO's President, and Eric Lenoir, SILMO's Exhibition Director, about SILMO Paris 2026.

www.silmoparis.com/en

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/

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Recent Guests

Amélie Morel Martin
SILMO's president
SILMO Paris
Episode: SILMO Paris 2026
Eric Lenoir
SILMO's exhibition director
SILMO Paris
Episode: SILMO Paris 2026
John Bruening
CEO of Geauga Vision Group
Geauga Vision Group
Episode: John Bruening - Geauga Vision Group
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

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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MIDO 2026
Q: Can you share a bit more about the exhibitor numbers and what visitors can expect at METO 2026?
METO 2026 is expanding with over 1,200 exhibitors from around 50 countries, including many new participants; the event aims to showcase the best of Italian craftsmanship and provide extensive networking and shopping opportunities within a comprehensive, luxury-focused pavilion setup.
MIDO 2026
Q: Since you brought it up, and since you are the president of Anfao, can you share how things are going with the Italian eyewear market overall right now?
The Italian eyewear market has faced tariff-driven challenges, but remains resilient because of a long history in the business and a culture of adaptability; outlook for 2026 is cautiously optimistic with hopes for more sunshine and stronger collaboration through events like METO and Mido.
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.

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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. Amélie Morel Martin
2. Eric Lenoir
3. John Bruening
4. David King Dunaway
5. Wayne McGee
6. Weston McGee
7. Matt McGee
8. Jack Erker III

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