Matthieu Paley is a French photographer who has traveled the world working for National Geographic magazine. Focusing his efforts on regions that are misrepresented and misunderstood, he is committed to issues relating to diminishing cultures and the environment.

Matthieu is the the recipient of numerous awards and has published several books of his work and his fine art images have been exhibited in galleries worldwide, including museums. He is regularly commissioned for commercial photography campaigns, photo workshops and speaking engagements around the world. He currently is living with his family in Portugal.

Topics Richard and Matthieu discuss:

• The Portugal fire
• Pakistan
• Cultural customs
• Languages
• “Hold you beliefs lightly”
• Cultural immersion
• A photography gear minimalist
• Breaking down stereotypes
• The Pamir Region of Afghanistan
• Donkey stories
• The concept of “home”

And much more.

Notable Links:

Matthieu Paley Website
Matthieu Paley Instagram

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Rick Sammon is an American photographer of many decades. He's a tireless, prolific and inspirational image maker and one of the most active photographers working today. He divides his time between creating images, leading photo workshops, making personal appearances, and writing books - always educating, creating and inspiring people. He's also incorporated smartphone photography into his professional work, which is the primary topic of the conversation.

Topics Richard and Rick discuss:

• Embracing smartphone photography? The pros and cons.
• Why the conversion?
• Rick's recent projects and travels exclusively using the phone as an imaging tool.
• The stigma of a professional photographer using a phone as an imaging tool.
• Image quality
• The biggest problem with phone photography
• Post processing with phone images. How is it different?
• Phone apps and software.
• Apple and Samsung are driving imaging innovation.
• Elitist thinking
• Phones and AI art

And much more.

Notable Links:

Rick Sammon Photography Website
Rick Sammon on Instagram
Rick Sammon on Twitter/X
Rick and Susan Sammon's iPhone Photo Experience
Rick Sammon's Online Classes

Rick's Phone Apps for Photography:

Snapseed
Distressed FX
REEHELD - for hand-held long exposures
EvenLonger - for even longer hand-held exposures
PS Express
PS Camera
Dramatic BW
Lightroom

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Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant are hosts of the new Mutual of Omaha’s “Wild Kingdom Protecting The Wild’ TV show airing on NBC, which is the successor to the classic Wild Kingdom that aired on the same network from 1963 – 1988. Peter Gros was a host from the original series during episodes in the 1980s and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant is a National Geographic Explorer and research faculty member at the University of California – Santa Barbara.

Wild Kingdom is one of the most beloved wildlife programs in the history of television. The new series highlights stories of wildlife and wildlife conservation from around the world.

Topics Richard, Peter and Dr. Rae discuss:

• Contrasts and similarities between the new and old series
• The ‘Wild Kingdom’ legacy
• Peter’s relationship with Marlin Perkins and Jim Fowler
• Dr. Rae’s reaction to learning she was named the iconic show’s co-host
• The show’s balance between entertainment and education.
• The conservation message
• The show’s lasting relationship to Mutual of Omaha
• The challenge of appealing to a newer audience with more viewing options
• Dr. Rae’s inspiring message to young black women
• Dr Rae’s new book, ‘Wild Life: Finding My Purpose in an Untamed World’
• Dream destinations for future episodes
• A message of hope

And much more.

Notable Links:

Wild Kingdom Website
Wild Kingdom YouTube Channel
NBC.com
Streaming on Peacock

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