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The MOOD Podcast

Matt Jacob
Photography
Social Media
Mental Health
Creativity
Travel
Content Creation
Visual Storytelling
Storytelling
Wedding Photography
Creative Process
Ethics In Photography
AI In Photography
Bali
Human Connection
Filmmaking
Portrait Photography
Education
Art
Climate Change
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The MOOD Podcast is a long-form conversation series exploring photography, creativity, identity, and the inner life of artists. Hosted by Matt Jacob, the show moves beyond technique and trends to examine why people make work, how creative voices are formed, and what it takes to sustain a meaningful artistic life.

Through thoughtful, unhurried conversations with photographers, filmmakers, and crea... more

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In this episode I’m joined by Emiliano Zúñiga Hernández, a Costa Rican photographer whose photobook Paraíso, published by Trespasser in 2023, grew out of one of the hardest chapters of his life. We talk about the healing community he helped to build ... more

I'm joined again by Zahra Ciardi, a registered psychologist and the founder of Ascendant Bali, for a second conversation about the psychology behind photography and creativity. We talk about what happens when a photographer's identity becomes fused w... more

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This is a Q&A with questions sent in by photographers from my community. I answer whether your audience needs to understand your photography, if a project shot in a few days can have real depth, how to deal with perfectionism, the small steps behind ... more

THIS IS PART 2 OF A 2 PART CONVERSATION WITH MATTHEW GENITEMPO.

In Part 2 of my conversation with photographer and publisher Matthew Genitempo, we go deep into his photobooks Mother of Dogs and Dogbreath, and into Trespasser, the small press he runs... more

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Zahra Ciardi
Registered psychologist and founder of Ascendant Bali
Ascendant Bali
Episode: What If a Photographer’s Fear of Failure Isn’t Fear at All? Psychologist Zahra Ciardi Explains
Matthew Genitempo
Photographer, publisher, and maker of Jasper, Mother of Dogs, and Dogbreath
Trespasser Publishing
Episode: Why Photobooks Will Outlast the Internet - Matthew Genitempo (Part 2)
Andrea Modica
Photographer
Independent Photographer, Italian Story project
Episode: Andrea Modica's answer to the question every photographer asks eventually: what's the point? E134
Richard Sharum
Documentary photographer focusing on homicide, poverty, and social issues
Independent photographer
Episode: Richard Sharum On 600 Deaths And His New Book 'American Homicide', E132
Shana Lopes
Photography curator
SF MoMA
Episode: Work Does Not Speak For Itself - Moments of Mood, 4.0
Shayna Lopez
Assistant Curator of Photography at SF MOMA
SF MOMA
Episode: Why Should Anyone Care About Your Photography? Shana Lopes, E130
Tim Carpenter
Photographer, educator, reviewer, and author
Episode: Your Body Decides the Photograph Before You Do - Photographer Tim Carpenter, E119
Zara Ciardi
Zara Ciardi, psychologist and founder of Ascendant Bali, expert in trauma recovery and peak performance
Ascendant Bali
Episode: Zahra Ciardi - The True Self, Limiting Beliefs & Why Photographers Crave Validation, E118
Christina Mittermeier
Marine biologist, photographer, conservationist
Sea Legacy (and related conservation work)
Episode: Cristina Mittermeier Explains Why Being A Good Photographer Isn't Enough Anymore, E117

Host

Matt Jacob
Host of The MOOD Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • For creatives by a creative

    Absolutely love this podcast for any creative who is trying to navigate the experience of self expression, managing the emotional roller coaster of creative expression /visibility, and letting go of what limits us as a creators and artists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zaza8708
    Australia2 months ago
  • Probably one of the most insightful & honest podcasts I’ve listened to

    Honestly love it, I end up sending episodes to different friends all the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jedinaa
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Good one!

    This is the one podcast where I never skip an episode. Noe one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tkhun409
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspiring!

    This podcast changed the way I think about photography. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deanhaleyjr
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    I started listening to this podcast to get better at photography. Now I’m having an existential crisis about my entire creative journey. Thanks, Matt.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason Horton_0
    United States2 years ago

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The host-guest chemistry is described as authentic and engaging, like a thoughtful conversation among peers.
Listeners describe the show as insightful and emotionally resonant, often sharing episodes with peers.
Many appreciate the deep, thoughtful approach to photography and creativity, beyond technique.

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#155
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#1
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#2
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#2
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#12
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#62
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What If a Photographer’s Fear of Failure Isn’t Fear at All? Psychologist Zahra Ciardi Explains
Q: How would you advise people to start getting into that position and not becoming whole?
Ciardi recommends developing metacognition and attention through small practices of presence, such as enjoying a meal without devices, noticing bodily sensations and taking walks without headphones. She says these habits can build attention gradually.
What If a Photographer’s Fear of Failure Isn’t Fear at All? Psychologist Zahra Ciardi Explains
Q: What is the biggest block that you see in the common thread that potentially stops creatives from fulfilling their purpose?
Ciardi says a major block is fusing identity with creative output, making the possibility of judgment feel like a threat to one's worth and making it harder to create or share work.
Q&A: Why Your Photos Might Feel Stagnant (And How to Fix It) - Moments of Mood, 4.2
Q: What makes a body of work definable, and how do you balance vision and discovery across long and short projects?
Most projects benefit from a mix of vision and discovery. The best bodies of work combine a guiding concept with the flexibility to let images evolve. The work should share a unifying tension or question and have edges that define what stays and what goes, with the arch of the project strengthened by correlation among the images.
Q&A: Why Your Photos Might Feel Stagnant (And How to Fix It) - Moments of Mood, 4.2
Q: What were the small steps that took you where you are now, the ones nobody saw?
Consistency and showing up every day were foundational. The host emphasizes invisible, stubborn effort—reaching out, preparing, practicing, and pushing through loneliness and setbacks. Small daily improvements compound into long-term growth, even if progress isn't immediately visible.
Q&A: Why Your Photos Might Feel Stagnant (And How to Fix It) - Moments of Mood, 4.2
Q: How does photography spill over into other mediums and life, and vice versa?
Attention is the medium; photography trains noticing, framing, and choosing, which apply to writing, listening, editing, and hosting. The practice in one medium enriches others, and cross-pollination with cinema, poetry, music, and writing deepens overall artistry.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The MOOD Podcast

What is The MOOD Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form conversations centered on photography, creativity, and the inner life of artists. Across episodes, the show emphasizes why makers create, how voices are formed, and what sustainment looks like in a creative career—going beyond technique to explore process, mental health, ethics, purpose, and the art-versus-industry tension. With thoughtful, unhurried dialogue, it frequently features photographers and creative thinkers who share honest reflections, practical insights, and lessons from publishing, mentorship, and community. A notable through-line is the emphasis on meaning, voice, and long-term craft over trends, making it a compelling fit for listeners who want depth, context, and human-centered storytelling in the visual arts spac... more

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1. Zahra Ciardi
2. Matthew Genitempo
3. Andrea Modica
4. Richard Sharum
5. Shana Lopes
6. Shayna Lopez
7. Tim Carpenter
8. Zara Ciardi

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