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A Major Retina Download

Try Not To Blink - April 15, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Join us for an exciting new episode on Try Not 2 Blink, where Roya and Sheila share about the world of research and innovation in eye transplantation. Thanks to a generous million-dollar donation to Bascon Palmer, The Moon Shot project has launched the Whole Eye Transplant Research Initiative, a...

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I'm So Glad You're Here

Try Not To Blink - April 08, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Today on Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila will debate optometry’s role in cross-linking. They will discuss how optometrists can identify this issue when to bring it up to their patients, and how to discuss potential treatment options and referrals in an informative but not alarming way. Jo...

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Episode 161: Nitro with Nik Bhatt

PhotoActive - April 05, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
Gentleman Coder Nik Bhatt returns to talk about Nitro, his all-new photo editor for macOS (and soon, iOS and iPadOS). As the successor to RAW Power, Nitro has a lot to live up to. Nik talks about what prompted him to build a new app from the ground up, adding new features like masking, supporting...

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You Must Be KIDing Me

Try Not To Blink - April 01, 2024 11:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
In today's episode of Try Not 2 Blink, we focus on the specialized field of pediatrics. We will discuss valuable tips and tricks for effectively working with children in a clinic setting, as well as the upcoming launch of the innovative eye drop MYDCOMBI designed to streamline the dilation proce...

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We Are In It Together

Try Not To Blink - March 25, 2024 11:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
In this week's episode of TN2B, hosts Roya and Sheila will highlight a recently approved medication for post-operative pain and inflammation following ocular surgery. Listen as they share how this is the first new steroid in over 15 years on the ophthalmic market and why it is more convenient th...

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Episode 160: Primed by Seeing

PhotoActive - March 22, 2024 07:30 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
We were recently asked about where we find inspiration while making photos, which led Kirk and Jeff to muse on the idea of being primed to find photo subjects. It’s not enough to arrive at a destination with a blank slate—you’ll create better photos and enjoy the experience more if you prime your...

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Getting Technical

Try Not To Blink - March 18, 2024 11:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Have you worried or questioned upirself on how to retain your staff members to prevent costly turnover in your practice? On this episode of TN2B, Roya, and Sheila will provide valuable advice on hiring your best new employees and insights from a special guest, Irene Daniel, Dr. Morrison's supers...

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You Go Girl

Try Not To Blink - March 11, 2024 11:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Join us on Try Not 2 Blink as Roya shares exciting updates from Costa Rica and introduces a new fun tool in her office. Sheila discusses the crucial role that Vision Care providers play in working with underserved populations, such as Special Olympics athletes, and highlights hand-held tools for...

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Episode 159: Fuji X100VI and the Appeal of Small Fixed-Lens Cameras

PhotoActive - March 08, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
The entire Internet - yes, the whole thing, trust us - is going crazy for the new Fujifilm X100VI compact fixed-lens camera. What’s the appeal of this not-inexpensive camera? Its predecessor was in such demand that Fujifilm just stopped manufacturing it because it couldn’t keep up...for more than...

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Board Certified

Try Not To Blink - March 04, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink; in this episode, hosts Roya and Sheila explore the relationship between stress and Glaucoma, discussing the latest research on how breathing techniques can reduce intraocular pressure. Join us as we uncover the connection between stress management and eye health from ...

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Episode 158: AI Revisited

PhotoActive - February 23, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
In five years, will our cameras look anything like today’s cameras? We’ve seen staggering advancements in AI technologies in photography, so in this episode we stretch our imaginations to think about where things are headed. Hosts: Jeff Carlson: website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (h...

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Dry Eye Improv

Try Not To Blink - February 21, 2024 19:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Did you know children with vision problems are generally unaware of their condition because they assume everyone sees the way they do? Join Roya and Sheila on TN2B as they discuss what signs and symptoms to watch for in children that suggest they may struggle to see, which can cause learning pr...

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Meet The Myopia Captain

Try Not To Blink - February 19, 2024 12:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Join hosts Roya and Sheila this week as they sit down with myopia captain Dr. Justin Kwan to explore the fascinating world of myopia management and hear some controversial trending topics.  Dr. Kwan, an expert in myopia management, will share his wealth of knowledge and experience, providing va...

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Impress Me

Try Not To Blink - February 12, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Welcome to the Try Not to Blink Podcast! In this exciting episode, hosts Roya and Sheila dive deep into scleral lenses, discussing GP materials and challenging scleral lens cases. They share their favorites and provide insightful reviews on adding Tangible Hydrapeg to your patient's lenses. And...

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Episode 157: Photos at the High End: Hasselblad 907x/CFV 100C

PhotoActive - February 09, 2024 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
What would you do with 100 megapixels? Jeff recently had the opportunity to shoot with the new Hasselblad 907x/CFV 100C, a medium format camera in the form factor of Hasselblad’s classic film bodies. This $8,200 (body only, of course) system made him rethink the photographic muscle memory he’s de...

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102 Years Wise

Try Not To Blink - February 05, 2024 12:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
We are introducing a special episode on Try Not 2 Blink. This week, we are thrilled to have a remarkable guest on board. But first, Roya and Sheila have a friendly debate on what students struggle with the most when fitting scleral lenses, and then the discuss trending in the media America's fir...

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Financial Coach

Try Not To Blink - January 29, 2024 12:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Do you have debt fatigue? Does looking at your student loan balance cause you anxiety? Then you won't want to miss this week's episode on Try Not 2 Blink. Hosts Roya and Sheila have financial coach Lauryn Williams, a CFP and student loan advisor, join them. Listen as she talks about the dreade...

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Episode 156: The Rescue Mission with Derrick Story

PhotoActive - January 26, 2024 09:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking the photos on your old hard drives are perfectly safe. But are they really? Our guest Derrick Story needed to extract 200,000 images saved in Apple’s discontinued Aperture software on an old Drobo storage array. Using a combination of an old MacBook tha...

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Charting Coach

Try Not To Blink - January 23, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Join us on the TN2B podcast as we dive into the world of healthcare administration with renowned charting coach Dr. Sarah Smith. In this episode, Dr. Smith sits down with hosts Roya and Sheila to explore the impact of excessive charting and how it has become a burden on healthcare professionals....

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Hiring Coach

Try Not To Blink - January 15, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Welcome to the TN2B podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Michael Neal, joining Roya and Sheila to discuss an intriguing topic. What are hiring mistakes, and how do you avoid them? Dr. Neal will walk us through his team's process to determine applicants' unique abilities an...

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Marketing Coach

Try Not To Blink - January 03, 2024 21:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Are you looking to take your marketing game to the next level? Do you want expert advice from a renowned marketing coach? Look no further! Join Roya and Sheila for the first exciting episode in the Eye Care Resolutions Solution Series featuring the one and only Patrick Allen, a leading marketing...

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Products of Passion

Try Not To Blink - December 18, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
This week, Roya and Sheila discuss the New Year's Resolutions for Try Not 2 Blink; they talk about the special guests and their planned topics for the new year. They share their holiday traditions, and Sheila provides valuable tips on preventing eye injuries with eye-safe gifts. Tune in to dis...

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Episode 155: Favorites from The Photo Book

PhotoActive - December 15, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
To wrap up the year, we thought we’d turn our attention to selections from The Photo Book, a massive, rich collection of photography from some of the best photographers throughout the history of the art form. Out of hundreds of images, we each picked five photos and explain what about them caught...

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No One Ever Leaves Eyecare

Try Not To Blink - December 11, 2023 12:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
On today's show, Roya and Sheila reviewed the current recommendations regarding the first line of treatment for glaucoma. Is it drops, or is it laser? Stay tuned as they share a scleral lens pearl of the day that may be easier than you think! Then they chat with the marketing expert Christie Ma...

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The Key To Success Is To Start Before You're Ready

Try Not To Blink - December 04, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Get Ready for the Drama! Roya and Sheila dish out all the details on all the recently recalled FDA eye drops. From uncovering the causes behind the recall to exploring the potential impact on patients and practices alike, they leave no stone unturned.  To add even more value, they sit down with...

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Episode 154: Lens Blur

PhotoActive - December 01, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
It’s time to talk about the B-word again! Jeff couldn’t trick Kirk into saying “bokeh,” but this week we’re looking at a few ways to get background blur using Portrait mode in the iPhone and editing in Lightroom. Technology has improved quite a lot in the last couple of years, to the point where ...

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Ojos Del Mar Turns 1

Try Not To Blink - November 20, 2023 12:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Join our knowledgeable hosts, Roya and Sheila, as they explore the disparities in contact lens product availability between Canada and the US. Hear the unique challenges optometry professionals, retailers, and consumers face when accessing the latest contact lens products on both sides of the bo...

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Episode 153: M3 Macs

PhotoActive - November 17, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 36 ratings
The photographer’s dilemma rears again. Not only are we sometimes struck by gear acquisition syndrome when new cameras are announced, we run into it when new computers that can process our images come to market. In this case, it’s the new M3 MacBook Pro and M3 iMac models from Apple. Will the M3 ...

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The New Grad Guide to Paving Your Own Way

Try Not To Blink - November 13, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
On this episode of Try Not 2 Blink, Roya and Sheila explore the latest advancements as they discuss a new FDA-approved medication for Presbyopia. Then, they have the pleasure of welcoming rising star and new grad Dr Collin Gray. Listen as Dr. Gray shares his inspiring journey of paving his way...

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Not Your Standard Practice

Try Not To Blink - November 08, 2023 20:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 63 ratings
Join us for this episode as Roya and Sheila explore optometrists' toughest challenges in private practice, from optical management to frame selection and closing sales in your office.   Listen as they share their experiences and insights on successfully navigating these challenges and employing ...