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The PHYS Podcast

PHYS Media Group
Photography
Mental Health
Creativity
Street Photography
Community Building
Film Photography
Community
Documentary Photography
New York City
Social Media
Skateboarding
Storytelling
Art
Travel
Creative Process
Social Justice
Landscape Photography
Celebrity Portraits
Ansley Stewart
Action Sports

The PHYS Podcast is where creativity, storytelling, and human experience meet. Hosted by Tyson Martin, the show features conversations with photographers, filmmakers, artists, adventurers, and storytellers from around the world. Through honest discussions on creativity, resilience, mental health, and the power of visual storytelling, each episode explores the stories behind the people who inspire ... more

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Latest Episodes

What does it take to create work that truly means something?

In this episode of The PHYS Podcast, Tyson Martin sits down with Ontario-based creative director, photographer, and filmmaker Kofi Yeboah for a conversation about creativity, culture, purp... more

What draws someone to spend their life chasing forgotten roads, sleeping under the stars, riding strange bicycles, and documenting the world through a camera?

For Tucson-based photographer, writer, and bike touring advocate Spencer Harding, those pu... more

What if a single photograph could tell an entire story?

For New York-based documentary and portrait photographer Niikai Wells, that's the goal every time he presses the shutter.

On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with military veter... more

In this episode I sit down with Trent Mitchell, one of Australia's most respected photographers, authors, and visual storytellers.

For more than two decades, Trent has been creating work that explores the relationship between people, landscape, cult... more

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Spencer Harding
Photographer, writer, bike touring advocate, longtime contributing editor for The Radavist
The Radavist
Episode: Ep 113 - The Long Way Home: Spencer Harding on Adventure, Photography & the Stories Found Between
Niikai Wells
New York-based documentary and portrait photographer
Independent photographer
Episode: Ep 112 - Niikai Wells: Visual Storytelling, Healing & Photography That Matters
Trent Mitchell
Award-winning Australian photographer and visual storyteller
Independent photographer/author
Episode: Ep 111 - Trent Mitchell: Award-Winning Photography, Australian Lustre & The Art of Seeing Differently
Shayd Johnson
Photographer based on the Sunshine Coast; documented British Columbia landscapes and communities
Independent photographer
Episode: Ep 110 - Shayd Johnson: Adventure Photography, Storytelling, Conservation & Life on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast
Andy Mumford
Photographer, educator, filmmaker, and writer
Photographer, educator, filmmaker, and writer
Episode: Ep 109 - Andy Mumford: Travel, Exploration & The Art of Seeing the World
Izzy Lidsky
Photographer, writer, action sports storyteller
Freelance, POWDER Magazine (staff writer)
Episode: Ep 108 - Izzy Lidsky On Ski Photography, Action Sports Storytelling, Film Photography & Life Behind the Lens
Natalie Carriere
Extreme sports, adventure, lifestyle photographer
Freelance photographer (extreme sports, mountain biking, surf, equestrian)
Episode: Ep 107 - Natalie Carriere: Adventure Photography, Outdoor Storytelling & Life Behind the Lens
Kimberley Kufaas
Vancouver Island photographer and storyteller
Photographer
Episode: Ep 105 - Kimberley Kufaas: Vancouver Island, Ancestry & Stories Rooted in Place
Nolis Anderson
Photographer focused on culture, identity, and storytelling
Chicago-based photographer
Episode: Ep 104 - Nolis Anderson: Leaving Medicine, Following Creativity & Trusting the Path

Host

Tyson Martin
Host of The PHYS Podcast; focuses on creative process, adventure, and healing through photography.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Love this Podcast

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liza Heider
    United States9 months ago
  • This podcast is extremely engaging. Tyson is a great interviewer and makes guests feel comfortable to open up and discuss their own personal challenges

    Podchaser
    5
    Casey
    2 years ago
  • I know this man

    This is my brother from another mother, I have seen first hand how hard and how far he will go for his family and others. This man had shown me that a thing is possible and that good things do come to those who deserve it.

    Tyson is so real and that is something most people are not.

    So much love for this man to lays it all out with out holding back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    booooooooooooooooooooo555o
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love it!

    Love getting to know so many different artists! Great job Tyson!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Damette
    United States2 years ago
  • Great interview with @mikeoflegend!

    My first listen. Really enjoyed the conversation. I admire you guys for being able to keep the flow going throughout and keeping it interesting and informative. I must say it is so wonderful to have discovered such a fascinating, inspiring and incredibly friendly group of like-minded artists through @threads. Thank you guys for doing what you do and providing so much support for everyone. 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steampowered Video
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the authenticity and depth of conversations with diverse photographers.
Guests are described as generous with practical advice and storytelling that resonates with real-world challenges.
The host keeps episodes engaging and informative, often blending craft with personal growth.
Fans highlight strong community feel and mentorship-driven tone that supports up-and-coming creators.

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Apple Podcasts
#155
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#173
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#237
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#37
Norway/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#106
India/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#161
Denmark/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 113 - The Long Way Home: Spencer Harding on Adventure, Photography & the Stories Found Between
Q: What drew you to Tucson as a base for your work?
Spencer explains moving from Oakland after leading bicycle tours and falling in love with Tucson's mix of outdoor spaces and community, which provided a practical hub for winter cycling and a welcoming base for his adventurous photography.
Ep 105 - Kimberley Kufaas: Vancouver Island, Ancestry & Stories Rooted in Place
Q: How did your background influence your approach to photography and storytelling?
Kimberley discusses a blend of Kwakwakiwak, Ngamgis Nation, and Scandinavian ancestry informing her connection to land, ceremony, and people, shaping a photography practice that centers memory, identity, and community.
Ep 106 - Megan Costello: Surf Culture, Storytelling & Life on the North Shore
Q: Can you go through kind of like maybe your flow, like what you do to create a project, to pitch a project and once you get a project approved, what the next steps are?
Megan explains that she previously focused on regular contracts and in-house work but when starting out she pitched many brands with decks and deliverables, learned from rejection, and encourages ongoing cold pitching while highlighting the value of building relationships and seeking collaborations, even with smaller brands, to get projects off the ground.
Ep 104 - Nolis Anderson: Leaving Medicine, Following Creativity & Trusting the Path
Q: What role does your studio and community play in your work?
South Facing Windows Studio serves as a community hub for young creatives, offering free hours during slow times, hosting residency programs, and fostering collaboration—an effort to build a supportive ecosystem rather than compete for limited opportunities.
Ep 104 - Nolis Anderson: Leaving Medicine, Following Creativity & Trusting the Path
Q: How important is networking and on-set experience?
He emphasizes assisting, interning, and doing spec shoots to build a portfolio that demonstrates capability on larger sets; learning from producers and grips on set provides practical knowledge that can be brought back to one's own work.

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This show centers on creative practice, adventure, and the human side of making art through photography. Conversations span travel, landscape and action photography, resilience, mentorship, and community, with guests ranging from documentary storytellers to gear-curious innovators. A recurring thread is how image-making can heal, connect people, and empower communities, often weaving in personal journeys, mental health, and advocacy. The format tends to blend practical craft tips with rich storytelling, giving listeners tangible takeaways for shaping their own creative paths and pursuing meaningful work in visual culture.

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1. The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography
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The PHYS Podcast launched 2 years ago and published 114 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The PHYS Podcast include:

1. Spencer Harding
2. Niikai Wells
3. Trent Mitchell
4. Shayd Johnson
5. Andy Mumford
6. Izzy Lidsky
7. Natalie Carriere
8. Kimberley Kufaas

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