Defocus Media has grown into a top optometry podcast destination by staying focused on what truly matters to the profession. Founded by optometrists Dr. Darryl Glover and Dr. Jennifer Lyerly, Defocus Media was created to build the best eye care podcast network for eyecare professionals at every stage of their careers. As a trusted eyecare podcast platform, it delivers meaningful, practice-relevant conversations that span patient care, practice management, innovation, and professional growth—always grounded in the realities of modern optometry.

What makes the Top Optometry Podcast 2025 list especially powerful is its range. These episodes explore the business of optometry without losing sight of patient care, highlight innovation while staying grounded in practicality, and create space for honest discussions around burnout, career transitions, and personal growth. Whether navigating vision benefit manager reform, refining a brand, improving doctor–optician handoffs, or seeking reassurance that others share similar challenges, these conversations resonated because they felt real, relevant, and timely. Together, they represent a snapshot of where optometry is today—and where it is headed next.
Below, explore the Top 10 Defocus Media podcasts of 2025—the episodes that captured the year, sparked conversation, and continue to define what a leading optometry podcast network looks like.
As the profession continues to evolve, this list also sets the foundation for what’s to come. If you are searching for the top optometry podcast 2026, Defocus Media will continue to lead the conversation—bringing forward the voices, ideas, and insights shaping the future of eye care. Stay connected, subscribe, and join the journey as we look ahead to defining the Top Optometry Podcasts of 2026.












