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The Camera Cafe Show

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Brewing up inspiration for your photography journey! Love photography? So do we! The Camera Café Show is your go-to podcast for deep-dive chats with incredible photographers from around the world, packed with creative insights, real-world stories, and plenty of laughs. Hosted by photographer Tom Jacob and an amazing team, we explore everything from mastering your craft to the stories behind the sh... more

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Latest Episodes

War doesn't end when the photograph is taken. For many people, that's where the story begins.

In Part 2 of this special two-part conversation, I once again sit down with Ukrainian photojournalists Oksana Parafeniuk and Iva Sidash. While Part 1 focus... more

For most photojournalists, war is something they travel to. For others, it's the reality of the place they call home.

In Part 1 of this special two-part conversation, I sit down with Ukrainian photojournalists Oksana Parafeniuk and Iva Sidash. Iva w... more

Crossing the Afghanistan border in disguise at night was once just part of the job 🌍📸

In this episode I sit down with legendary French photojournalist Pascal Maitre — whose work over the last four decades has taken him to places such as Afghanista... more

Style is easy to imitate. Voice is something else entirely.

In this second part of my conversation with David duChemin, we move deeper into creativity, artistic identity, social media, fear, and the challenge of making work that actually feels hones... more

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Recent Guests

Oksana Parafeniuk
Ukrainian journalist and photographer
Independent photographer (Ukraine)
Episode: Ukraine: Living Inside the Story — Oksana Parafeniuk & Iva Sidash (Part 1)
Iva Sidash
Ukrainian photojournalist and ICP alum
Photographer, ICP alum
Episode: Ukraine: Living Inside the Story — Oksana Parafeniuk & Iva Sidash (Part 1)
Pascal Maitre
Renowned French photojournalist with decades of field work in Afghanistan, Somalia, Africa, and beyond
Photographer, Canon ambassador
Episode: Pascal Maitre: Photojournalism Beneath the Headlines
David Duchemin
Photographer, author, educator, former comedian
Independent photographer and humanitarian photographer
Episode: David duChemin: Confessions Beyond the Rubber Chicken Guy (Part 1)
Chris Johns
Former editor-in-chief of National Geographic
National Geographic
Episode: Chris Johns: Shaping How Millions See the World (Part 1)
Ian Wood
Wildlife Photographer
Independent photographer, Badger/Cull project
Episode: Ian Wood: A New Hope for Badgers
Paul Joynson-Hicks
Wildlife Photographer Guide and co-founder of The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Episode: Paul Joynson-Hicks: The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Chinky Shukla
Indian documentary photographer and National Geographic explorer
National Geographic
Episode: Chinky Shukla: When Buddha Stopped Smiling
Arati Kumar-Rao
Photographer, writer and National Geographic explorer
National Geographic
Episode: Arati Kumar-Rao: Listening in the Marginlands

Host

Tom Jacob
Host of The Camera Café Show with a focus on deep-dive conversations with photographers around the world

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Gerry

    I’ve just listened to my first episode of ‘The Camera Cafe Show’ (the Brian Matthews episode)

    Wow… I loved it.

    The show delivered a wide variety of topics discussed in some great depth.

    Absolutely loved the emphasis on how nature photography can relate to the promotion of sustainability and conservation in the natural world. Really interesting.

    I’ll most definitely be tuning in to catch up on the other episodes, keep up the fantastic work. Excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    101gtd
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A picture is worth a thousand words

    Interesting & inspiring stories of diverse photographers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wee Flower Farmer
    United States2 years ago
  • Simply great

    It's a very interesting podcast, Tom and Dave interview photographers and it can be landscapes, portrait, wildlife,... listen to all these photographers passionate about what they do. Tom and Dave ask the right questions so if you want to know more about the world of photography, you just need to listen and enjoy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tahanu
    Australia3 years ago
  • A wonderful way to learn about photography and how photographers see the world!

    Podchaser
    5
    thecameracafeshow
    3 years ago
  • 5 stars!

    This podcast is awesome! You can learn a lot. Like, it’s very interesting and personally I’m from Ukraine and this last episode was very good and I love that more people know about it. Can’t wait for more episodes!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NazarKovalchuk
    Spain3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Praise for balance between practical photography advice and personal storytelling.
Guests consistently praised for depth and variety of topics, with particular appreciation for ethical and humanitarian angles.
Positive feedback on how episodes highlight conservation and the human side of photography.
Episodes are described as insightful and inspiring for photographers and visual storytellers.
Listeners enjoy the long-form storytelling and the mentorship vibe from guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#148
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#185
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#201
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#186
Ireland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#195
Netherlands/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#224
Denmark/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ukraine: Living Inside the Story — Oksana Parafeniuk & Iva Sidash (Part 1)
Q: How did your time at ICP influence your approach to reporting Ukraine's story, and what did you gain from the experience?
ICP served as a catalyst, expanding networks, boosting confidence, and enabling the photographers to develop their personal projects while continuing to cover the war with new techniques and broader audiences.
Ukraine: Living Inside the Story — Oksana Parafeniuk & Iva Sidash (Part 1)
Q: What drew you to photography, and how did your early experiences shape your path into documentary work?
Both women describe a progression from hobby and street photography to professional photojournalism, fueled by personal observations, mentorship, and a willingness to learn through books, workshops, and hands-on practice, ultimately embracing long-form storytelling in war zones.
David duChemin: Confessions Beyond the Rubber Chicken Guy (Part 1)
Q: Talk me about the moment you started first being interested in photography, David.
David recalls getting his own camera at fourteen, the neighbor's darkroom trades, and how those early experiences amid family and school pressures helped him realize photography could be the pathway to meaningful expression.
Paul Joynson-Hicks: The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Q: How does the awards support conservation beyond publicity?
Proceeds from licensing of winning images go to photographers and conservation partners, and the project supports various grassroots organizations and education initiatives.
Paul Joynson-Hicks: The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Q: What is the judging process like for selecting finalists?
Tom and Paul describe a multi-stage review: initial edits to remove non-fitting images, a top 500-600 shortlist, then down to 100, and finally 40 finalists sent to judges with careful consideration of humor independent of captions.

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A podcast centered on in-depth conversations with photographers from around the world, spanning war reportage, long-form documentary photography, wildlife and conservation, and editorial leadership. Episodes often explore ethical considerations, storytelling craft, mentorship, and the evolving role of image-making in a media-saturated world. Notable threads include experiences in conflict zones, the politics of access, the balance between personal projects and assignments, and how humor, creativity, and voice shape meaningful work. The show stands out for its candid, narrative-driven interviews with renowned photojournalists and educators, plus a recurring emphasis on long-term storytelling and the human impact behind powerful images.

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Recent guests on The Camera Cafe Show include:

1. Oksana Parafeniuk
2. Iva Sidash
3. Pascal Maitre
4. David Duchemin
5. Chris Johns
6. Ian Wood
7. Paul Joynson-Hicks
8. Chinky Shukla

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