The MOOD Podcast
By Matt Jacob
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The MOOD Podcast is a long-form conversation series exploring photography, creativity, identity, and the inner life of artists. Hosted by Matt Jacob, the show moves beyond technique and trends to examine why people make work, how creative voices are formed, and what it takes to sustain a meaningful artistic life.
Through thoughtful, unhurried conversations with photographers, filmmakers, and creative thinkers from around the world, the podcast explores themes of process, mental health, ethics, purpose, legacy, and the tension between art and industry. Episodes are grounded, reflective, and often philosophical, offering listeners provocation of thought rather than formulaic answers to copy.
The MOOD Podcast is less about instruction and more about understanding, aimed at emerging and established creatives who care not just about what they make, but why they make it.
At its core, The MOOD Podcast is the art of conversation, one frame at a time.
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Website: https://themoodpodcast.com.
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Finding Contentment, Craft, And Community In Photography - Answering Your Questions!
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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Why Most Photographers Never Begin - Wesley Verhoeve, E107
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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The Best Bits of 2025
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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Why The Only Reason You Should Be a Photographer is Obsession - Jesse Lenz: E106
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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Why Nobody Cares About Your Photography
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Dec 17, 2025 |
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The Photographer Who Puts Humanity on Trial: Nick Brandt on Sentience, Power, and Responsibility.
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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The Collapse of the American Dream - Photography as Witness: Bryan Schutmaat, E104
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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What Can We Trust About The Past And Why It Still Shapes Our Work: Kent Andreasen, EP103
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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How Photography Helped Him Survive Not Belonging Anywhere: Marshall To, EO102
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Why Photography Works Better When You Stop Faking It - Phil Sharp, E101
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Do you need a massive following to build a sustainable creative career? Moments of Mood 3.0
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Is Creativity Enough? Chris Do's advice for creatives, content, and The Futur - E100
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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How to Stay Relevant as a Photographer in the Age of AI , Moments of Mood 2.9
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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Ami Vitale's Vision to Use Photography for Real-World Impact, E099
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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The Secret Behind Joel Grimes’ Iconic Photography Style, E098
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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The Reality of Finding Your Voice as a Photographer - Ed Sykes, E097
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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Ask Me Anything: Everything You Wanted to Know About Life & Photography - Moments of Mood, 2.8
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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The Truth About Building a Career in Photography - Vanessa Joy E096
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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Why Most Creatives Burn Out While Building a Business - Shane Vitaly, E095
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Jul 29, 2025 |
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What Happens When Architecture Meets the Camera? - Stephen Karlisch, E094
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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The Performance Trap and Creative Amnesia - Moments of Mood, 2.7
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Jul 11, 2025 |
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Searching for Lost Color: Jake Paul White, E093
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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How I’d Learn Photography in 2025 (If I Were Starting from Scratch) - Moments of Mood, 2.6
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Jun 24, 2025 |
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If You Feel Blocked Creatively, This Might Be Why: Ryan Moresby-White, EO92
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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The number one reason you can't find your voice as an artist, and how I found mine - Moments of Mood, 2.5
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Jun 10, 2025 |
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Think You’re Not Ready? This Photographer Says Start Anyway - Mitchell Kanashkevich, E091
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Jun 03, 2025 |
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From Private Jets to Creative Freedom: My $0 to Studio Life Story - Moments of Mood 2.4
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May 27, 2025 |
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How to Find Your Voice as an Artist - Jaymin Patel, EO90
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May 20, 2025 |
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The Photography lessons that changed everything for me - Moments of Mood, 2.3.
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May 13, 2025 |
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The Hidden Cost of Chasing Success in Photography: What They Don’t Tell You - Erik Almas, E89
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May 06, 2025 |
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The Hidden Impact of Tariffs on Photography - is it too late? Moments of Mood, 2.2
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Apr 29, 2025 |
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From Chronic Pain to Creative Power: Simon Baxter, EO88
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Apr 22, 2025 |
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Why Trust Matters More Than Technique in Portrait Photography - Moments of Mood, 2.1
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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How One Mindset Shift Changed Everything - Cam Stables, EO87
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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Rediscovering Meaning in a World of Images - Moments of Mood, 2.0
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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Why I quit Photography and Came Back Stronger - Cam Vaughne, EO86
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Mar 25, 2025 |
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The Biggest Lie in Photography Education: Joe Edelman, EO85
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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From Avedon’s Shadow to Four Decades of Immortal Frames - Richard Corman, EO84
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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Can Filmmaking Change Lives? Exploring Indi Casa's Moving Journey, EO83
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Mar 04, 2025 |
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The Dark Truth of Documenting Humanity: Natalie Keyssar, EO82
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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The Brutal Truth About Wedding Photography: Gigi de Manio, EO81
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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Are We Out of Time? Jorik Dozy, EO80
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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Is Identity an Illusion? A Conversation with Photographer Benjamin Rasmussen, EO79
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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Blurring the Boundaries: Doron Gild, EO78
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Jan 21, 2025 |
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Seeing the Unseen: Dr Lauren Walsh, EO77
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Jan 14, 2025 |
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Against all Odds: Rick Smolan, EO76
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Jan 08, 2025 |
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Capturing Cultures, Healing Minds: Sebastian Belaustegui, EO75
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Dec 31, 2024 |
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Change the Way you See: Art Wolfe, EO74
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Dec 24, 2024 |
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50,000 reasons why I do this - Moments of Mood, 1.9
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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Creating Through the Struggle: Dario Viegas, EO73
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Photography with and without Boundaries: Ian Plant, EO72
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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Building Success through Failure: Vanessa Joy, EO71
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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Philosophy meets Creative Expression: Sean Tucker, EO70
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Nov 19, 2024 |
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What's The Secret to Powerful Portraits? - Mary Vance, EO69
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Nov 12, 2024 |
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Corporate Chains to Creative Gains: Lilia and Kai, E068
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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The Creative (de) Coupling - Josiah Gordon, E067
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Oct 29, 2024 |
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Balancing Art and Business: A New Approach to Success with Ebrahim Turner, E066
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Oct 22, 2024 |
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Capturing the Past: How Photography Tells Stories We Can't Forget with Glyn Dewis, E065
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Oct 08, 2024 |
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Thriving as a Fashion Photographer: Troy Freyee’s Path to Artistic Freedom, E064
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Sep 24, 2024 |
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Photography as a Catalyst for Creative Impact and Social Change, Kevin Mirc, E063
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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Crafting Perfect Celebrity Portraits with Matthew Jordan Smith, E062
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Sep 03, 2024 |
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Breaking Barriers: A Filmmaker's Path in a Male-Dominated Industry; Julie Valentina, E061
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Aug 27, 2024 |
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Why Creativity Beats Gear: the Art of Intent in Photography - Moments Of Mood, 1.8
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Aug 20, 2024 |
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The Soul's Journey Through Literary Art: Diana Darling, E060
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Redefining Street Photography: Phil Penman’s Take on Urban Life, E059
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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Why You Should Embrace Imperfection - Govinda Rumi, E058
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Jul 30, 2024 |
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Mastering Confidence: Peter Hurley’s Journey to Iconic Headshots, E057
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Jul 23, 2024 |
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From Office Desk to Digital Fame: Sam Newton on YouTube and Filmmaking, E056
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Jul 16, 2024 |
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Living Without Boundaries; Josh Guvi, E055
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Jul 09, 2024 |
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The Power of Anonymity in Art; Novo Dé, E054
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Jul 02, 2024 |
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Balancing Artistry and Commercial Success in Photography, Elliot Simpson, E053
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Jun 25, 2024 |
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The Healing Power of Photography: Jimmy Nelson on Trauma, Connection, and Truth, E052
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Jun 18, 2024 |
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When Hobbies become Art: The Deeper Impact of Photography and Storytelling - Rio Helmi, E051
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Jun 11, 2024 |
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Platon on Photography as a Catalyst for Change and Defender of Worlds, E050
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Jun 04, 2024 |
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How to create a brand that connects, resonates and sells as an artist - Tom Spark, E049
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May 28, 2024 |
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Artist and Content Creator, or Artist vs. Content Creator? Pat Kay, E048
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May 22, 2024 |
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Daniel Kordan's Vision of Adventure, Culture, and the Future of Photography, E047
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May 15, 2024 |
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The Heart & Craft of Wedding Photography with Love Documentarian Casey Fatchett, E046
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May 08, 2024 |
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How to Transform and Heal through Creativity - Matt Costello, E045
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May 02, 2024 |
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Why Social media and Influencers are Ruining Society, and Art - Moments of Mood, 1.7
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Apr 24, 2024 |
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Crafting Identity and Integrity in the Online World - Darren Lee, E044
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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Framing the Narrative of Culture and Conservation - Trevor Cole, E043
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Apr 09, 2024 |
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Corporate Ladder to Purposeful Storytelling - Pie Aerts, E042
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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Navigating Creation in the Content Culture as a Filmmaker - Harry Pope, E041
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Mar 26, 2024 |
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The Creator's Crucible of Growth, Strategy, and Community, with Mike Will and Luke Jackson-Clarke, E040
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Mar 19, 2024 |
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Mastering Social Media with Photographer Simone Ferretti, E039
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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Lukas Dvorak's Fashion Photography Journey: From Frame to Fame, E038
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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The Art of Filmmaking: 'Torn' and the Therapeutic Power of Storytelling, E037
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Feb 27, 2024 |
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Navigating Stereotypes and Success in the Art World with John Raymond, E036
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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Unveiling the Essence of Filmmaking and Storytelling, Luca Epifany, E035
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Feb 12, 2024 |
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From Cockpit to Camera: My Journey Through the Lens of Storytelling - Moments of Mood, 1.6
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Feb 06, 2024 |
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Shaping Impact through Intentional Filmmaking with Jakub Chlouba, E034
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Jan 30, 2024 |
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Alchemy of Light: Exploring Wet Plate Photography with Stephan Kotas, E033
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Jan 23, 2024 |
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Stephen Butkus - Shuttered Past, Snapshot Future, and His Voyage of Healing and Creation, E032
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Jan 16, 2024 |
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Capturing the Horizon: The Digital Odyssey of Demas Rusli, Architect-Turned-Photographer, E031
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Jan 09, 2024 |
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Laura BC’s Journey: Charting a Path from the Naysayers to Artistic Autonomy, E030
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Jan 02, 2024 |
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How to Find Find Fulfillment: A Creative's Guide to Clarity, Resilience, and Creating Happiness, E029
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Dec 24, 2023 |
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Pandhu Waskitha - From Backpacker to humbled Photographer, E028
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Dec 21, 2023 |
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From Monochrome Visions to Vibrant Ventures: The Odyssey of a Colourblind Photographer, E027
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Dec 13, 2023 |
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From Failure to Focal Point: Anest Putra's Unlikely Photography Career, E026
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Nov 26, 2023 |
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The Allure of Untouched Landscapes: Alex Strohl's Take on Photography and Travel, E025
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Nov 21, 2023 |
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Redefining the Spectrum of Success in the Photographic Realm, Moments of Mood, 1.5
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Nov 09, 2023 |
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Exploring the Art of 'The Moment': An Exploration of Capturing Stirring Imagery, Moments of Mood, 1.4
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Nov 03, 2023 |
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A Look into Creative Pursuits & Triumphs with Julia Kursten, E024
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Oct 25, 2023 |
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From Portraits to Podcasts: The Inspiring Story of Taya Iv, E023
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Oct 18, 2023 |
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From Yak Magazine to Capturing Bali Through Photography with Sophie Digby, E022
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Oct 11, 2023 |
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In the Heart of the Matter: Joey L's Vision for Photography and Philanthropy, E021 (part 2)
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Oct 04, 2023 |
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Redefining the Art of Visual Storytelling with Joey L, E021 (part 1)
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Sep 27, 2023 |
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Chronicles of a Photography Podcast Pioneer, with Martin Bailey, E020
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Sep 20, 2023 |
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The Photographer's Brand: Rediscovering the World Through the Lens with Giovanna Aryafara, E019
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Sep 13, 2023 |
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Embracing Adventure, Minimalism & Revolutionizing Travel Photography with Kyle Vollaers, E018
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Sep 07, 2023 |
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Navigating Pain and Creativity: Finding What Really Matters in Art, with Gabriella Morton, E017
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Aug 30, 2023 |
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The Women in Front of & Behind The Camera, with Caragh Fraser, E016
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Aug 23, 2023 |
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Exploring the World Through the Lens: A Journey from the Cockpit to the Camera with Matt Jacob
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Aug 12, 2023 |
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Beyond the Frame: Mindful Photography Unleashed - Moments of Mood, 1.3
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Aug 03, 2023 |
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From Corporate to Creative Life, The Inspiring Transition with Chris Glaze, E015
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Jul 27, 2023 |
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Beyond the Photograph: Stories, Styles and Perseverance, with Jord Hammond, E014 (part 2)
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Jul 20, 2023 |
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Pushing Boundaries in Art, Technology, and Business: a journey through Travel Photography with Jord Hammond, E014 (part 1)
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Jul 13, 2023 |
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Elevate Your Photography: Crafting Art not Just Images - Moments of Mood, 1.2
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Jul 01, 2023 |
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From Lens to Likes: Unraveling the Social Media Paradox with Photographer Luke Jackson-Clark, E013
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Jun 21, 2023 |
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Navigating the Creative and Business Realms of Photography - Sean Dalton, E012
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Jun 13, 2023 |
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Artificial Intelligence, Photography, and Saving the Planet - Mel Hager, E011
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Jun 06, 2023 |
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Episode ten - Fin Matson
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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Episode nine - Mike Will
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May 17, 2023 |
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Moments of Mood, 1.1
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May 09, 2023 |
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Episode eight - Harry Pope
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Apr 30, 2023 |
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Episode seven - George Hutchins
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Apr 24, 2023 |
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Episode six - Nikola Kostic
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Apr 17, 2023 |
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Episode five - Zac Watson
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Apr 10, 2023 |
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Episode four - Beau Tauwhara
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Apr 03, 2023 |
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Episode three - Wahyu Mahendranata
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Mar 27, 2023 |
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Episode two - Jonas Hornehoj
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Mar 21, 2023 |
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Episode one - Cam Vaughne
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Mar 13, 2023 |