Bet on Yourself Before You’re Ready: Building Something That Matters with Dr. Yi Jiang
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with board-certified ophthalmologist and retina specialist Dr. Yi Jiang for a thoughtful conversation about medicine, entrepreneurship, community,
Building Legacy Through Community: Leadership, Family, and Purpose with Dr. Vanessa Ochoa
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu welcomes educator, sociologist, and higher education leader Dr. Vanessa Ochoa for a heartfelt conversation about family, identity, community, leadership,
From Vision to Impact: Why the Best Leaders Build People First with Mark Saad
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu welcomes entrepreneur and NuLIDS CEO Mark Saad for a thoughtful conversation about purpose, leadership, family, faith, and the quiet
The Courage to Live Fully: Lessons on Legacy, Purpose, and Perspective with Dr. Tim Trinh
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with California optometrist, entrepreneur, speaker, and Vision Source leader Dr. Tim Trinh for a deeply reflective conversation
From Competition to Collaboration: The Journey to a More Meaningful Life with Dr. Oliver Lou
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with Texas optometrist Dr. Oliver Lou for an honest and deeply personal conversation about gratitude, resilience, family,
Your Prime Years Are Still Ahead: Reinvention, Growth, and Purpose with Dr. Bobby (Chip) Wood
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu welcomes longtime colleague, Vision Source leader, and optometrist Dr. Bobby “Chip” Wood for a heartfelt conversation about stewardship, leadership,
When One Decision Changes Your Life: Courage, Relationships, and Growth with Kristen Tischler
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu welcomes marketing executive and Optical Women’s Association leader Kristen Tischler for a heartfelt conversation about courage, motherhood, relationships, vulnerability,
From Optometrist to Entrepreneur: Taking Risks and Thinking Bigger with Dr. Brianna Rhue
In this inspiring and thought-provoking episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist, entrepreneur, practice owner, and founder of Dr. Contact Lens, Dr. Brianna Rhue,
The Relationships That Matter with Dr. Mark Kapperman: Purpose, Mentorship, and Leaving a Legacy
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist, humanitarian, and longtime Vision Source leader Dr. Mark Kapperman for a thoughtful conversation about faith,
What Really Matters with Dr. John Womack: Patience, Perspective, and Living with Intention
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist, speaker, and longtime colleague Dr. John Womack for a heartfelt conversation about family, gratitude, purpose,
The Hidden Reason We Feel Stuck: Leadership Lessons on Growth and Clarity with Dr. Ben Thayil
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist, entrepreneur, leadership strategist, and founder of LeadOD, Dr. Ben Thayil, for a thoughtful and transformative
Dr. Jon Crum on Soulmates, Survival, and the Life That Comes After Pain
In this deeply personal and emotional episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with longtime friend and optometrist Dr. Jon Crum for a heartfelt conversation about
Why We Do What We Do: Purpose, Patients, and Life’s Defining Moments with Tony Sommer
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu welcomes back repeat guest Tony Sommer for a thoughtful and deeply personal conversation about authenticity, growth, fear, family, and
Faith Beyond the Walls: Purpose, Leadership, and Trusting God’s Direction with Torrian Scott
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with executive coach, leadership advisor, minister, and author Torrian Scott for a powerful and deeply faith centered
Failure Isn’t Final: The Resilience Behind Building Something Bigger with Dr. Jennifer Tabiza
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist, entrepreneur, consultant, and innovator Dr. Jennifer Tabiza for a high energy and deeply insightful conversation
Trusting the Path: Faith, Purpose, and the Power of Saying Yes with Dr. Ryan Corte
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist and practice owner Dr. Ryan Corte for an engaging and reflective conversation that blends storytelling
Reinvention, Resilience, and the Courage to Trust Yourself with Dr. Dana Salgado and Dr. Dawn M. Tuminello
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with two of her closest colleagues and friends, Dr. Dana Salgado and Dr. Dawn M. Tuminello, for
When Life Hits Pause: Lessons from Open Heart Surgery and Second Chances with Dr. David Geffen
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with veteran optometrist Dr. David I. Geffen for a reflective and wide ranging conversation about longevity, leadership,
When Life Forces You to Pause: Finding Gratitude in Unexpected Moments with Dr. Stacy T. Gin
n this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist and business owner Dr. Stacy T. Gin for a candid and heartfelt conversation about life,
Becoming Unapologetically You with Dr. Kay Khine: Confidence, Boundaries, and Growth
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with cataract and glaucoma surgeon Dr. Kay Khine for a warm, honest, and deeply relatable conversation about
From Success to Significance: Finding Meaning Beyond the Practice with Dr. John Larcabal
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist Dr. John Larcabal for a deeply reflective conversation about purpose, perspective, and what it truly
From Paris to Purpose: Dr. Vin Dang on Resilience, Growth, and Finding Your Path
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist Dr. Vin Dang for a thoughtful and wide ranging conversation about resilience, identity, and the
Reinventing Yourself at Any Age: Courage, Confidence, and New Chapters with Dr. Beverly Bianes
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with optometrist and healthcare leader Dr. Beverly Bianes for a heartfelt conversation about growth, reinvention, and the
Shades of Gray: How Childhood Shapes the Leader You Become – Part 2
In Part 2 of this powerful continuation of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu and executive coach Aashi Arora move from reflection into action, exploring what courage looks like
Shades of Gray: How Childhood Shapes the Leader You Become – Part 1
In Part 1 of this deeply revealing episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with executive coach Aashi Arora for a conversation that moves far beyond
Rest Is Not a Reward: Leadership, Anxiety, and Learning to Slow Down with Mandy Cansler
In this spontaneous and deeply reflective episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with Mandy Cansler for an honest, in the moment conversation recorded during a
Quiet Strength and Lifelong Friendship: Finding Your Voice With Claudia Jimenez
In this deeply personal episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with her longtime friend Claudia Jimenez for an honest and reflective conversation about friendship, identity,
You Can Be Broken and Still Brave: A Conversation with Zelene Zaragoza on Loss and Survival
In this deeply moving episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with Zelene Zaragoza, a police dispatcher and lifelong member of the San Gabriel Valley community,
The Quiet Power of Kindness: Living on Purpose With Dr. Alan Berg
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with her longtime colleague and friend Dr. Alan Berg, a highly respected cataract and LASIK surgeon, for
Learning to Pivot When Life Gets Loud: Boundaries, Healing, and Self-Trust With Kathy Cruz
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with Kathy Cruz, a respected leader in the optical industry and a passionate advocate for women, community, and intentional
Leading With Heart with Dr. Linda Vu: Lessons From a Lifetime of Service
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with her close friend and longtime colleague Dr. Linda Vu for a warm, thoughtful, and deeply personal
What Really Grounds Us With Tony Sommer: Faith, Family, and Letting Go
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with Tony Sommer, whose journey spans military service in the U.S. Air Force, corporate leadership, and ultimately
Faith Over Fear With Jeremy Hill: Choosing Meaning When Life Gets Hard
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with Jeremy Hill, a seasoned ophthalmology professional with more than 30 years of experience in medicine, for
Bold Moves and Divine Delays: A Conversation on Faith, Failure, and Finding Peace
In this episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with leadership expert, author, entrepreneur, and speaker Tiana Sanchez for a deeply engaging and honest conversation about
Gratitude as a Way of Life: A Conversation With Dr. Melissa Barnett
In this special Thanksgiving episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with internationally recognized optometrist, educator, author, and professional life coach Dr. Melissa Barnett for a
Serving the Unseen: Why Cataract Surgeon Dr. Elson Lai Refuses to Turn Patients Away
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Chu on This!, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with cataract surgeon Dr. Elson Lai to explore what it really means to care