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Prime Lenses

Iain Farrell
Photography
Leica
Film Photography
Street Photography
Social Media
Digital Photography
Youtube
Analog Photography
Photojournalism
Leica Cameras
Art
Tokyo
Workshops
Polaroid
The Raw Society
New York City
Black and White Photography
Cameras
Visual Storytelling
Copenhagen

A camera is just a tool, but spend enough time with photographers, and you’ll see them go misty-eyed when they talk about their first camera or a small, fast prime that they had in their youth.

Prime Lenses is a series of interviews with photographers talking about their photography by way of three lenses that mean a lot to them. These can be interchangeable, attached to a camera, integrated into... more

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Rachel Talibart is a photographer of coast and sea based in the UK.Support the show on Patreon.More about this show:A camera is just a tool but spend enough time with photographers and you’ll see them go misty eyed when they talk about their first ca... more

Dave Herring returns to the show this week to talk about his remit to educate and entertain. He’s a lovely guest with excellent taste in 35mm lenses :)Support the show on Patreon.More about this show:A camera is just a tool but spend enough time with... more

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Kit Young is a British analogue photographer and printer. In an age where film is a niche choice and many folks who do shoot it send their film to someone else to process and scan, Kit handles the whole process himself, making his photos, developing ... more

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People often say “It’s the little things”, but what does that mean? Ian Bogost has written a book on this subject called The Small Stuff, and in it he describes the gratification that we can all get from paying attention to the small things that happ... more

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Recent Guests

Kit Young
Photographer and printer focused on analogue process
Episode: Episode 126 - Kit Young
Ian Bogost
Author of The Small Stuff, photographer
Author of The Small Stuff
Episode: Appreciating the Small Stuff with Ian Bogost
Irene Yee
Climbing photographer based in the USA
Independent photographer
Episode: Episode 125 - Irene Yee
Emil Gyllenberg
Organizer of Stockholm Photo Marathon
Stockholm Photo Marathon
Episode: Stockholm Fotomarathon 2026
Mike Chudley
Street photographer and YouTuber
Self-employed photographer/YouTuber
Episode: Episode 124 - Mike Chudley
Nicklas Pettersson
Danish photographer focusing on conflict zones; documented Ukraine and other regions
Episode: Episode 123 - Nicklas Pettersson
Martina Trepczyk
Polish photographer and underwater filmmaker, Leica SL ambassador
Independently affiliated photographer and filmmaker
Episode: Episode 122 - Martina Trepczyk
Philip Reinhard
Sports and commercial photographer from Germany
Self-employed photographer
Episode: Episode 121 - Philipp Reinhard
Mark Forbes
Photographer with European roots, based in Melbourne/Australia
Independent photographer
Episode: Episode 120 - Mark Forbes

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Ian
Host of the show and primary interviewer across episodes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Brilliance

    ian gets into the why, not just the how.

    nerdy in the best way. reminds me to slow down.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    diivee
    United States6 months ago
  • Prime Podcast

    I happened to stumble across the Prime Lenses podcast when looking for more photography inspiration and to connect with other photographers. It just so happened to be one of the first episodes, since then I have been a faithful weekly follower. I love hearing other photographer perspectives and lives within the medium. Iain has a wonderful way of drawing out insightful answers and leads the subjects down a great conversation. I’m very impressed with the guests who are featured too! They have suc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeebesHimself
    United States7 months ago
  • Currently my favorite photography related podcast

    Iain’s non-pretentious attitude towards photography and photographers makes this an easy to listen podcast. With regular episodes and even bonus mid-week episodes, it’s current and very much relevant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sokokyu
    United States7 months ago
  • love it more and more

    So many great stories! Iain is an amazing host. The gear freak in me would like to see a list of the 3 chosen lenses in the description of each podcast🥹

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marcxtremblay
    Canada7 months ago
  • Better options

    I have listened to quite a few of the episodes but I am sorry to write that I think there are better podcasts out there covering much the same ground. Ian comes across as a nice guy but he isn’t a great interviewer - less about himself and more about the guest would help because that is the reason we are listening to the podcast in the first place. Don’t ask a guest a question and include in that question what you think the answer is going to be from them because we are then left with something ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Renzll
    United Kingdom8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the host's ability to draw out thoughtful answers and the diverse guest lineup.
Many enjoy the emphasis on gear choices and craft over sensationalism.
Some listeners feel the show could revert to more photography-focused conversations rather than broader lifestyle elements.

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#82
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#19
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#21
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Apple Podcasts
#185
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#9
France/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#42
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Stockholm Fotomarathon 2026
Q: Where can listeners find out more about the event?
Emil points to Stockholmphotomarathon.se and photomarathonsaroundtheworld.com (with photomarathon.com as a potential hub) as the main sources for information and local editions.
Stockholm Fotomarathon 2026
Q: For someone who doesn't know the event, can you tell us about the marathon and where the idea came from?
Emil explains that the tradition originated in Barcelona in 1986, with Stockholm adopting its own version in 1987; the modern revived digital format since 2014 allows unlimited photos but requires exactly 24 pictures in sequence, captured at timed checkpoints.
Episode 121 - Philipp Reinhard
Q: How did you approach the broader identity of your work—your focus on people and the 'Philip-ness' you mentioned?
He discusses his lifelong interest in people, his skateboarding roots, and a desire to capture stories behind athletes and personalities, not just their performance, striving for a timeless, signature aesthetic that resists passing trends.
Episode 121 - Philipp Reinhard
Q: Tell me about the Winter Olympics and why you started using that Leica R8 with the digital back.
He explains that the 2000s-era setup offered a unique blend of nostalgia and capability; the compact R8 body with a digital back allowed him to capture fast-moving sports while leaning into the tactile, manual experience of film-era gear, and to keep social posts timely without a long workflow.
Alfie [BOXX] camera with Dave Faulkner
Q: For listeners who want to back the project, where should they go and what should they expect in terms of timing?
Backers should visit the Kickstarter page by searching for Alfie Box (Box with two Xs) or go to alficameras.com for updates and sample images; production timing involves finishing funding, placing long-lead orders, assembling in batches, and shipping around October, with the project expanding into education markets and potential distributors.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prime Lenses

What is Prime Lenses about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversation-driven series spotlighting photographers through the lenses that matter most to them. Episodes center on three to-be-discussed lenses or tools, using each guest's choices as a gateway to talk about craft, process, and personal philosophy. Expect thoughtful dives into technique, gear decision-making, and the emotional relationships photographers form with their equipment, along with stories from assignments, travels, and collaborations. The format often weaves practical gear tips with broader reflections on practice, making it a rich listening room for photographers and visual storytellers who care about how tools shape outcomes and expression. Notable throughlines include hands-on workflows, the interplay between planning and... more

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Recent guests on Prime Lenses include:

1. Kit Young
2. Ian Bogost
3. Irene Yee
4. Emil Gyllenberg
5. Mike Chudley
6. Nicklas Pettersson
7. Martina Trepczyk
8. Philip Reinhard

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