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The Camera Cafe Show

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Photography
National Geographic
Wildlife Photography
Photojournalism
Environmental Conservation
Scotland
Glaciers
Conservation
Bird Photography
Travel Photography
Alpine Art
Ukraine
Infrared Photography
Backyard Photography
Mountains
Nature
Indonesia
Street Photography
John Muir Trust
Alaska

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 sho... more

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A bear covered in ice. A salmon flying into your face. And a camera trap that decides to take a trip down a mountain. Just another day in the Yukon 😄🐻📸

If you thought we had some wild stories in Part One, wait until you hear what happens next! In... more

Wolverines. The Yukon. Lots of snow. And a wildlife photographer who once happened to be a math teacher. Welcome to the wild world of Peter Mather! 🐺❄️📸

In Part One of my conversation with Peter, we head north to the Yukon and follow the story of ... more

Welcome to the Adventure Emporium. Antarctica? Penguins? Michael Palin? Shackleton's Hut? We seem to have the lot. Sadly, we're completely sold out of comfy couches 😄

If Part One was the story of how photographer Sue Flood found her way into the BB... more

Sir David Attenborough. Sir Michael Palin. And a beluga whale. No, this isn't a Monty Python sketch... it's the amazing life adventure of our next guest 🐋😂

In Part One of my conversation with nature photographer Sue Flood, we go back to the very b... more

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Recent Guests

Sue Flood
Award-winning photographer, zoologist and conservationist; former BBC NHU contributor
BBC Natural History Unit
Episode: Sue Flood: And Now for Something Completely Wild (Part 1)
David Valdez
Photographer who spent eight years with George H.W. Bush
The Camera Café Show guest
Episode: David Valdez: My Years with George H.W. Bush (Part 1)
Bruce Dale
Former National Geographic staff photographer, explorer, inventor, storyteller
National Geographic
Episode: Bruce Dale: Planning for the Unplanned (Part 1)
Ian Berry
Magnum photographer with a six-decade career
Magnum Photos
Episode: Ian Berry: The Boy Who Wanted To See The World
Meryl Meisler
Photographer known for street photography and 1970s disco-era work
Episode: Meryl Meisler: Street Photography and Boogie Nights (Part 1)
Mike Forsberg
Conservation photographer, filmmaker, storyteller
Episode: Pedaling the Whooper Highway: Mike Forsberg & Andy Caven
Andy Caven
Conservation biologist, director of Central Flyway Programs, International Crane Foundation
Episode: Pedaling the Whooper Highway: Mike Forsberg & Andy Caven
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)

Host

Tom Jacob
Host of The Camera Café Show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 56 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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Guests and topics are delivered with warmth, humor, and a genuine passion for photography.
Listeners appreciate the deep, varied conversations and practical takeaways for photography and storytelling.
The show balances technical advice with inspiring, human-centered stories from guests.
Episodes highlight conservation and world-facing issues, resonating with Ukraine-focused or conflict reporting topics.
Audience notes the show covers a broad spectrum of photography—from wildlife to street—without feeling preachy or overly technical.

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

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#173
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Apple Podcasts
#9
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#53
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#182
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Apple Podcasts
#183
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#63
Ireland/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sue Flood: And Now for Something Completely Wild (Part 1)
Q: How did your early experiences, such as Operation Rally and volunteering abroad, shape your career decisions?
She recounts how those experiences built confidence, broadened skills (dive instruction, field work), and created a network that eventually led to opportunities with the BBC NHU, underscoring the theme of intentional risk-taking and learning by doing.
Sue Flood: And Now for Something Completely Wild (Part 1)
Q: You describe a long path from growing up in North Wales to applying to the BBC NHU. What motivated you to keep pursuing wildlife filmmaking against the odds?
Sue explains that her drive came from childhood wonder, mentorship from people like Jez Franks, and a persistent belief that tough, unpaid experiences could lead to meaningful opportunities. She emphasized making your own luck through hard work and staying true to projects you care about, rather than money.
Bruce Dale: Planning for the Unplanned (Part 2)
Q: What was the most technically ambitious image you attempted, and how did you execute it?
The Crystal Globe sequence required coordinating holography, a precise firing of a gun, a high-speed laser, and a multi-stage fabrication process across several states to capture the globe breaking apart in a controlled, photographically meaningful moment.
Bruce Dale: Planning for the Unplanned (Part 2)
Q: How many years you worked on this project?
Bruce explains the project began in 1969 and he has continued returning to it over the years, with multiple trips and ongoing involvement up to today, illustrating a long, iterative process rather than a single shoot.
Ian Berry: The Boy Who Wanted To See The World
Q: What was your first big break with Cartier-Bresson and how did that mentorship shape your approach?
His insistence on seeing the contacts and how you think frame to frame taught me to focus on intention and storytelling, not just pretty pictures, which transformed how I approached street photography.

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This show features deep-dive conversations with top photographers from around the world, covering craft techniques, career paths, and the stories behind iconic images. Episodes frequently explore photojournalism, wildlife and conservation photography, war and conflict reporting, archival projects, and publishing journeys, all told through candid, story-filled interviews. The host keeps the tone practical and entertaining, often pairing technical tips with human moments, mentorship stories, and behind-the-scenes insights into editors, filmmakers, and institutions. Expect a mix of historical perspective, modern workflows, and inspiration for turning photography into a meaningful career or creative pursuit.

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Recent guests on The Camera Cafe Show include:

1. Sue Flood
2. David Valdez
3. Bruce Dale
4. Ian Berry
5. Meryl Meisler
6. Mike Forsberg
7. Andy Caven
8. Oksana Parafeniuk

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