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Becoming Unapologetically You with Dr. Kay Khine: Confidence, Boundaries, and Growth
Podcast  |   April 2, 2026

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
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From Success to Significance: Finding Meaning Beyond the Practice with Dr. John Larcabal
Podcast  |   March 26, 2026

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
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From Paris to Purpose: Dr. Vin Dang on Resilience, Growth, and Finding Your Path
Podcast  |   March 12, 2026

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
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Reinventing Yourself at Any Age: Courage, Confidence, and New Chapters with Dr. Beverly Bianes
Podcast  |   March 5, 2026

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
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Shades of Gray: How Childhood Shapes the Leader You Become – Part 2
Podcast  |   February 26, 2026

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
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Shades of Gray: How Childhood Shapes the Leader You Become – Part 1
Podcast  |   February 19, 2026

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
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Rest Is Not a Reward: Leadership, Anxiety, and Learning to Slow Down with Mandy Cansler
Podcast  |   February 5, 2026

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
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Quiet Strength and Lifelong Friendship: Finding Your Voice With Claudia Jimenez
Podcast  |   January 29, 2026

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,
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You Can Be Broken and Still Brave: A Conversation with Zelene Zaragoza on Loss and Survival
Podcast  |   January 22, 2026

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,
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The Quiet Power of Kindness: Living on Purpose With Dr. Alan Berg
Podcast  |   January 15, 2026

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
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Learning to Pivot When Life Gets Loud: Boundaries, Healing, and Self-Trust With Kathy Cruz
Podcast  |   January 8, 2026

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
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Leading With Heart with Dr. Linda Vu: Lessons From a Lifetime of Service
Podcast  |   January 1, 2026

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
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What Really Grounds Us With Tony Sommer: Faith, Family, and Letting Go
Podcast  |   December 25, 2025

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
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Faith Over Fear With Jeremy Hill: Choosing Meaning When Life Gets Hard
Podcast  |   December 18, 2025

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
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Bold Moves and Divine Delays: A Conversation on Faith, Failure, and Finding Peace
Podcast  |   December 11, 2025

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
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Gratitude as a Way of Life: A Conversation With Dr. Melissa Barnett
Podcast  |   December 4, 2025

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
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Serving the Unseen: Why Cataract Surgeon Dr. Elson Lai Refuses to Turn Patients Away
Podcast  |   December 4, 2025

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
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Vulnerability Is the New Strong: A Conversation with Mandy Cansler on Resilience and Reclaiming Your Voice
Podcast  |   December 4, 2025

Vulnerability Is the New Strong: A Conversation with Mandy Cansler on Resilience and Reclaiming Your Voice

In this deeply intimate and emotionally rich conversation, Dr. Katie W. Chu sits down with Mandy Cansler to explore what resilience, strength, and vulnerability truly mean when life breaks you
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