FroKnowsPhoto Photography Podcasts (FroKnowsPhoto)

What goes into capturing images like it was 1850 all over again?  I’ll tell you, a whole lot of knowledge, caustic chemicals and a lot of practice.  

I had photographer Giles Clement in to the loft this week to talk about his love affair with tintype photography.  How he got into it, how he learned what he has learned and his thoughts on the future of the medium.  Yes, I asked if it is being ruined by the easy access to everything that is needed to make tintype images.  

Giles knows his stuff and I asked him to stick around for a 5 Min Portrait using one of his 8x10 view cameras.  That video was a lot of fun to make and I can not wait to share it with you.  If you would like to contact Giles for his services you can contact him on his Squarespace site http://www.gilesclement.com/ .

This week was loaded with a ton of Photo News stories that Mr Stephen Eckert brought to life.  There were some interruptions, some singing and a whole lot of fun.  

Don’t forget I will be heading to Seattle to be on CreativeLIVE to teach a class on Low Light Photography starting Thursday July 10th until July 12th.  This is a FREE class as long as you tune in to the live broadcast.  While in Seattle we will be attempting our very first Mobile RAWtalk with a LIVE studio audience.   I hope you will be able to join my class.

I want to thank AllensCamera.com for their continued support, RODE Microphones for the killer audio gear we use, Atomos for our digital recorders and you.

This is the Daily FRO for April 7th 2018 and I am PISSED OFF.

My favorite book is Ready Player One and I finally got a chance to watch the movie, this is my review.

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In this episode, Jared's recording live from Ohio! The duo discuss rumored price increases for Canon USA, the brand new Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 lens for both Sony and Nikon mounts, a questionable new art museum collection & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 147!

Dad's away again so come join Stephen & Todd for another special edition of RAWtalk dubbed "REELtalk". This week's episode focuses on our old TERRIBLE college video projects, some industry news, and we catch up with Todd and chat about his upcoming movie Adultland! Be sure to stick around for the end where we had a Q&A session while we were live!

Thank you for watching.

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Canon's R1 "Development Announcement" along with the supposed "leaked" specs, what the R1 needs to be to succeed to be a flagship in 2024, current wedding photography "trends" & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 102!

This is the Daily FRO for January 17th 2020.

Today I have a special guest in studio, Vanessa Joy Photographer and newly minted Canon Explorer Of Light.

We talk about people using the LCD to shoot, dealing with her YouTube Comments, telling me i'm not a Real Photographer and more. 

Please let me know what you think of this episode by calling or text me at 2674546376

To find Vanessa on YouTube head on over to https://www.youtube.com/vanessajoy

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Do you ever have those days where you just might have woken up on the wrong side of the bed?  Those days where little things tick you off and you just aren’t in a great mood?  Well that was how I felt the morning we recorded this show. 

The smallest things were ticking me off which led me me YELLING at people.  Now I was not yelling in a bad way or was it?

Let’s see, I don’t think Tamron will ever talk to me not that they were talking to me to begin with.  Sometimes it just feels good to let it out and rip a piece of CRAP lens to shreds.  

What I can say is as the show went on I started to wake up and get less upset.  They say that talking things out can help, so I guess yelling them out has the same effect. 

Stephen hits us with his photo news followed by some Flying Solo with a little bit of yelling. 

Thank you to Atomos for their continued support and be sure to check out the NEW Ninja BLADE!!!!!

How Watching Our Show Almost Got This Guy FIRED: RAWtalk 190 

It’s true, we got an e mail from a reader who watches our show who almost got fired for doing so. 46:23 

I ran into someone at the Paul McCartney show who may or may not have been named JOE that I took a snapchat of.  We discuss Todd’s passport photo being DENIED and we discuss a very interesting MAIL TIME that almost got a reader followed 

This weeks show is brought to you by RODE.  We use RODE microphones each and every week on the show.  Be sure to check out the now finished MyRodeReel.com to see the best submissions and grand prize winner. 

Photo news is packaged with a ton of stories this week.  If you ever wanted a tour of Ansel Adams Darkroom there now is one.  A DJI Inspire One DRONE was shot out of the sky but no one knows who did it, check out the bullet hole in it.  A roll of KODAK film thought to be the only one left was discovered.  It’s from 1888 and would have cost $665 in todays money.  All those news stories and more can be found right here in this episode. 

Gear of the week brings us the Canon Network Cameras.  For total transparence I GET TO KEEP THE CAMERAS Canon sent. 

We have Wheel of the FRO and no meme’s this week so be sure to submit them to SingWheelOfFRO@Gmail.com 

Thank you for your continued support. 

00:00:16 - Show Start
00:03:18 - Jared's Paul McCartney Concert Recap
00:07:40 - This Week's Plug: MyRodeReel.com
00:10:07 - Sugru Client Call
00:12:52 - Todd's Rejected Passport Photo
00:14:59 - Todd's Directing 'Green Piece'
00:16:21 - Photo News
00:39:56 - Gear of the Week: Canon Network Security Cameras
00:47:13 - Mail Time: Dick Pics...
00:49:21 - Flying Solo
01:15:40 - Wheel of Fro
01:18:30 - This Week's Hashtags

As many of you know I am in Israel from May 5th-13th and since I am out of the country I am not able to do a RAWtalk.  But have no fear I still have an episode for you this week even though it’s something different.  

This week you get to hear me being interviewed by Photographer and founder of the Photo Brigade Mr Robert Caplin.  I liked Roberts style of interview so much that I had to ask him for the audio so I could share it with you.  His questions were spot on and not the typical ones I am used to hearing.  He was able to pull information from me that not many other people have. 

I really hope you enjoy something a little different this week as I would rather give you this interview than leave you hanging with no RAWtalk. 

Being that this was an interview for Roberts podcast there won’t be any video but I will still post it on YouTube as well as have the MP3 available for download at FroKnowsPhoto.com/rawtalk-85

See you all very soon on the next RAWtalk.

This is the Daily FRO for April 28th 2018.

I will be rolling out the first video in the 6 Degrees Of Photography project today and i'm having some trouble locking down a title.

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This is the Daily FRO for September 4th 2018.

This is the Daily FRO for October 13th 2018

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This is the Daily FRO for June 8th 2018.

In light of what's going on right now, if you need help please reach out so someone can help you.  Call 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 

The best place to be is here, don't leave us.

If you’re not sure about the title of this weeks episode be sure to listen to the entire episode.

Welcome back to another fun filled episode of FroKnowsPhoto RAWtalk the world most interesting Photography Podcast ever as voted by you the listeners. 

This weeks episode is brought to you by AudioBlocks, VideoBlocks and GraphicStock.  I have said it time and time again, if you are moving into video and editing you will NEED the glue that those sites supply.  Check it out and get your FREE trials underway. 

Photos News as always is curated by Stephen.  We skipped gear of the week due to time and we wrapped up the show with Flying Solo and Wheel of FRO.  This weeks questions kicked ass and were related to situations, advertising, marketing and branding. 

I hope you enjoy.  Thank you to LEXAR the official card of the show and all the other sponsors for their continued support.

Show Intro - 00:00:16

Photo News - 00:12:37

Flying Solo - 00:40:48

Wheel of Fro - 01:30:16

This is a special Halloween episode as well as a late night recording show which means we had a few drinks and a lot of fun.  I had just landed from Minnesota and came right home to record the show with the guys.  

This weeks show is brought to you by HOYA and their brand new killer filters the HD3’s.  We love them and so do many of you, check them out. 

Instead of Flying Solo this week, I changed it up and request your “Photography Horror” stories.  We all have them and you guys submitted some really scary ones that hopefully never happen to any of us. 

Stephen hits us with his drunken photo news followed by gear of the week, wheel of FRO and a lot of laughs.  

Thank you for your continued support of RAWtalk!!!

Halloween Costume Intro - 00:00:21

Minnesota Trip Recap - 00:06:38

Photo News - 00:15:57

Flying Solo - "Horror Stories": 00:45:52

Wheel of Fro - 01:24:40

This is the Daily FRO for July 20th 2021.

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This is the Daily FRO for April 9th 2019

The tides were turned and I was the guest on the BlackRapid Podcast a few weeks back in Seattle.  Let me explain why you are hearing this interview this week.  

Stephen and I were up in NYC at the Photo show filming on the show floor on Thursday and I was back up there on Saturday.  We wanted to put together a special podcast from the photo show in NYC.  So what is happening is Stephen is editing together the best interviews and clips from our filming and we will have a special podcast next week. 

We will be back around the poker table to discuss the fans we met, gear we saw and the fun times we had.  I hope you enjoy this little role reversal this week.  

Please support AllensCamera.com as they have been behind me since day one.  If you are looking for anything NIKOK new or used please give them a chance.

This is the Daily FRO for March 18th 2018.

Today I talk about finding some cds with all the RAW files form a wedding I shot in April of 2004.  The couple has asked me a few years ago if I could send them some prints and the truth of the matter is I couldn't find the files.  They weren't on any hard drives or anywhere.  Well yesterday I found them, dropped them onto the computer and started to look at them. 

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After our week of for Stephens much needed vacation we’re back with a brand new extended episode of FroKnowsPhoto RAWtalk, the greatest photography podcast with video in the entire world.

This weeks show is brought to you by HOYA with their new HD3 line of filters that are smoother and HARDER you can’t go wrong with HOYA.  They are John Wayne Bobbit approved.

We had some much to talk about this week.  Everything from Stephens vacation to the #BlameStephen movement to the POPE coming to Philly.  This is an action backed show with a lot of information, news and laughs.  

Thank you to everyone out there for their continued support and to all the sponsors who keep this a FREE podcast for everyone out there.

Show Intro - 00:00:16

Pope Talk - 00:09:46

Canon Expo Recap - 00:13:15

Photo News - 00:19:32

Gear of the Week - 01:08:05

Flying Solo - 01:11:15

Wheel of Fro - 01:47:30

Just a small smear of DNA can store up to 10 gigabytes of Data, who knew. You might want to make sure you’re not drinking anything during the DNA discussion at 36:50 of this weeks show.

This weeks show brought you by LEXAR.  We use LEXAR Micro SD, SD, XQD and Compact flash cards.  We use the min everything and suggest you check them out for your card storage needs. 

Lots of Photo News, Lots of Flying Solo and Lot’s of Memers.  

Keep on enjoy RAWtalk and we will keep bringing you more.

 00:00:16 - Show Start

00:00:18 - Jared’s Phillies Shoot

00:02:45 - Jared’s Soccer Shoot with the D5

00:05:50 - Random T-shirt Sale

00:08:50 - Lightroom 30 for 30 is officially LIVE

00:10:50 - Noah Replaced Joe!

00:11:05 - This Week’s Plug: Lexar

00:14:25 - Announcing Allen’s “Canon Ball” Event

00:16:45 - Photo News

00:17:20 - Stephen’s new iPad!

00:36:50 - Photos Can Be Stored in DNA?!

00:45:52 - Gear of the Week: Think Tank Production Manager 50

00:47:17 - Flying Solo

01:17:43 - Wheel of Fro

01:23:57 - This Week’s Memes/Videos

This is the Daily FRO for August 6rd 2018

RAW Talk host Jared Polin (FroKnowsPhoto.com) spends a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon flying solo with some great questions. You can submit your questions for future episodes of RAW Talk to podcast@froknowsphoto.com. For more information about Jared and the show, visit FroKnowsPhoto.com

Some of you might know the work of Jim Marshall others may have no idea who Jim was, but I can guarantee you that you all have seen his work knowingly or not.  I never got the chance to officially sit and interview Jim before he passed away. But when I ran into Amelia Davis at Photokina I knew the next best thing to an interview with Jim would be to interview Amelia.  

When Amelia mentioned she would be doing a book signing of “The Haight”, Jim’s latest book, I jumped on the opportunity to set up an interview.  What a FANTASTIC interview it was.  Amelia was so open and honest and the conversation just flowed.  We learned so much about Jim’s past and what made the man tick from someone who was very close to him for more than a decade.  Sit back and get ready to laugh, smile and be inspired by the stories that Amelia Davis shares with us.

Did you get a chance to see the nude photo Keira Knightley posed for?  Well if not I took it upon myself to replicate the photo almost to a t, sans the beard.  Find out why she posed nude and why I decided to spoof it.

What would you like to see on sale in the FroKnowsPhoto Store for the holidays?  If there is something in particular please be sure to let me know via twitter, Facebook or YouTube.

Photo News with Stephen is fun as always, get caught up on last weeks photo news this week a whole week after it was actually news.

For gear of the week we showcased a slider by a company called Cinevate who make some really killer well thought out and built video products.

The show ends with some Wheel Of Fro where I decided to spin it twice and twice it landed on the same thing, oh well. 

For all the Photo News Stories and more please go to http://FroKnowsPhoto.com/rawtalk-110

A big thank you goes out to RODE Microphones, Atomos, Allen’s Camera, Cinevate, all the companies on the Wheel of FRO and you guys for continuing to support the show.

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Jared photographing the Phillies in the Post-Season, his upcoming rescheduled Artemis shoot, a Tik Toker gone wild on men & more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 021!

This is the Daily FRO or just FRO for Feb 3rd 2019

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss the brand new Nikon Z5 II, updated canon rumors including an R7 Mark II, a 14-28 f2.8L & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 145!

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Nikon's latest lens offering, Jared's Florida trip recap, Boy Meets World & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 070!

Four More Years, Four More Years……… For those who do not know, FroKnowsPhoto launched on June 1st 2010 and June 1st marked the four year anniversary of the site.

Wow, I have never lasted in a job longer than a year let along four years at the same place.  I owe so much to you guys out there you continue to support all of the content. I read your e mails, I see your comments and I truly appreciate all of the support. 

I took some time during this weeks show to discuss the future and where I think things are going for me and the site.  I answered questions about the last four years as well as read some of your favorite moments.  Regardless of wether you have been a reader since day one or you just found the site this week, THANK YOU. 

So here is a HUGE THANK YOU for your support and to the future where ever it takes FroKnowsPhoto.com.

In honor of the four year anniversary I am going to give you a code worth $5 OFF your order of $19 or more at Store.froknowsphoto.com. The code is "4years".
This sale will run until June 7th 2014. The code is good towards regularly priced items. So if you are trying to purchase a combo deal the code will not work.

I am giving Heidi control of 40 FREE thingies to randomly give away in orders. There will be a BlackRapid Strap or two, Lens Cloths, DVDs, Winter Hats, Mouse Pads and anything else she want's to give away randomly. Be sure to leave a comment in the comment section with why you should get one of those 40 random pieces of goodness.

Stephen hits us with his photo news as he has for almost a year at this point before we jump into a really interesting interview.   

A few weeks back when I was in Israel I sat down with Mr. Benjamin Von Wong.  His work is “tremendous”, thought out and full of quality and imagination.  There are very few photographers out there who can think and see the world the way Von Wong does. I think you will glean some really important information from this interview.  

Enjoy the show and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes and YouTube.

In this episode, Jared & Stephen recount the CHAOTIC move from the Factory to the new building, talk about a VERY expensive chair that looks like an afro pick & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 063!

This is the Daily FRO for Feb 16th 2018.

You guys called.... and called..... and called..... thank you.  Yesterday I had about 50 voicemails from you guys and I greatly appreciate the time you took to say hi. 

What is great, is hearing your voices and stories of how what i've done has effected you.  I get a ton of e mails that let me know, but hearing your voices simply made it real. 

If you would like to drop me a voice mail, you can call me at 2674546376.

Be sure to stay until the end of the episode as I play a handful of voicemails that came in in the last 24 hours.

This is the Daily FRO for April 29th 2018.

It's the weekend, I talk about working out to sweat away the cold, Nancy in HR and of course YouTube views or lack there of sometimes.

Call me, 2674546376

This is the Daily FRO for November 12th 2020

TXT me 3137109729 and let me know what you think. 

Thank you

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Jared's time at the Sony Kando event, his rough trip home and an eye-opening interview with legendary photographer David Burnett! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 117!

Daily FRO for April 21st 2025.

This is the Daily FRO for October 26th 2018

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Sony's major announcement OF an announcement, controversial Taylor Swift photos, Jared's next FILM challenge & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 127!

In this episode, Jared (ME) talks about his FOMO Problem and sticking to his gut. An update on using the FUJI GFX 100S at the Phillies.  Capturing the 300th homerun from an angle no one else got.  And the Baby has a name!!!

Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 065!

Would you like to own a 350 pound lens form a former Soviet Union spy satellite?  Well one could be yours for the low low price of $18,000.  Second, Stephen went to an engagement party and a wedding broke out that he ended up having to shoot.

This weeks show is brought to you by VideoBlocks.com/go/fro If you need B-Roll like we do you have to check out VideBlocks and see how much of a lifesaver it can be for your videos.

We discuss what I was doing in Colorado, Todd directing a few episodes of a TV show and a fun little thing called choose your own adventure.

We have all this along with Photo News, Meridith from the RNC, Gear of the week, Meme’s and the Wheel Of FRO.

Thank you guys for your continued support of all things FroKnowsPhoto.

00:00:16  Where's Joe...and Noah's back.

00:02:04  Jared went to Colorado

00:03:38  Whitewater Rafting

00:09:02  Choose Your Adventure  

00:13:01 Todd's Curent Project,  Green Piece

00:14:47  Photoshop World

00:15:58  Met with Gary about a Secret Project

00:17:04  Photo News

00:41:33  Gear of the Week

00:45:16  Stephen is surprised to shoot a wedding

00:51:18  Photo Critique of Stephens Wedding photos

01:14:23  This Weeks Meme's

01:20:46  Wheel of Fro

01:24:11  This Weeks Hashtags

This is the Daily FRO for July 16th 2018.

This is a podcast for me today where I told myself to just shut up and do what needs to be done.

This is the Daily FRO for Feb 27th 2021

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There's always going to be people that leave negative comments. The truth is, there's usually 100 positive to 1 negative, but the negative ones usually irk you.  That doesn't mean I dwell on it and I do appreciate the real commenters. 

What happens though, is sometimes one negative comment tends to bread more negativity as the haters think they now have permission to pile on.  FUCK THEM, that's my reply.

A little over a week ago I got an email from Max Jackson’s father asking if we wanted to conduct the only interview with his son Max.  For those who don’t remember who Max is we discussed his situation in great detail on RAWtalk Episode #073.

The quick of it is he took photos of a Color Run event that the Color Run ended up asking for permission to use.  They came to an agreement via a Facebook conversation where Color Run could use the images online in exchange for linking back to Max’s Facebook page.  Fast forward a few months and Max’s photos started showing up in advertisements which was not part of the agreed upon usage rights.

A lot went down after that including Max being sued by the Color Run and the short of it is that the case has settled out of court.  

So here we are with the first and only interview with Max since the entire thing started.  I want to preface the interview by saying I had to choose my questions very carefully.  I really could not dive to deep into the issues that put Max and the Color Run into the situation they ended up since they have a non disparage agreement. 

With that said I think there are some really solid take home points in this interview.  We now know more about Max and his future endeavors than before. 

To watch this interview please go to http://froknowsphoto.com/max-jackson-speaks/ ‎

This is the Daily FRO for May 22nd 2018.

I made a show, I hope you enjoy it. 

First things first, check out 20 min of this weeks show to hear all about what makes a picture of a potato worth 1 million pounds.  Get ready to slap yourself in the face a few times. 

This weeks show is brought to you by AudioBlocks.com/go/fro VideoBlocks.com/go/fro and GraphicStock.com/go/fro This stuff pays for itself the first time you use it. 

If you would like to send any of us mail you can now do so at PO BOX 36, Richboro PA 18954.  Please make sure to send it care of FroKnowsPhoto.

AdoramaPIX loved your tweets so they decided to give us a code for 25% OFF all metal prints when you use PXJPMTL25 until 2/21.

We have Stephen’s Photo News, Gear of the week flying solo and the wheel of FRO to wrap up this weeks show.

Thanks again for your continued support and keep on keeping on!!!

00:00:16 - Show Intro

00:02:28 - Best Text of the Week

00:05:03 - Grand Prize Spot Updated

00:07:27 - Todd’s “Shocking" Carrot

00:09:46 - Introducing Mail Time

00:12:55 - AdoramaPix 25% Off Metal Code

00:14:15 - Jared’s New I Shoot Raw Underwear

00:16:03 - Photo News

00:39:36 - Gear of the Week: Atmosphere Aerosol

00:43:13 - Flying Solo

01:25:16 - Wheel of Fro

01:28:54 - Wheel of Fro Submissions

The Wedding Photographer was a NO SHOW: RAWtalk 156

It turns out that the wedding photographer did not show up to a wedding I was attending a few weeks back.  I debating taking my camera bag with me but ultimately opted to leave it home.  The only thing I brought with me was the DXO One.  Check out 5:05 of this episode to hear the story and see some of the images I was able to capture. 

This weeks show is brought to you by VideoBlocks. As you know we love VideoBlocks and long before they were a sponsor we were using their product.  I ever personally signed up for the seven day free trial where I needed to enter a credit card and wasn't happy about it. Now you can get a FREE 7 day no credit card needed trial Right Here http://videoblocks.com/go/froknowsfree

What is YouTube red and what’s it mean for you and I?

What happens when a photographer who sells educational products online tells anyone who purchases her products that they can’t make videos or teach photography for two years?

Stephen hit’s us with his photo news all before we discuss the Flying Solo questions and finish with some Gear Of The Week: Nikon 24-70 2.8 VR.

Enjoy the show and thank you for your continued support.

Show Intro - 00:00:16

Jared's Wedding Photographer Story - 00:05:03

YouTube Red Discussion - 00:16:50

Photo News - 00:24:46

Photography Non-Compete Story - 00:49:22

Flying Solo - 01:13:15

Gear of the Week - 01:20:18

Wheel of Fro - 01:22:16

This is the Daily FRO for Feb 21st 2018.  

Today I talk about the shoot at Philly Typewriter, the idea that "shoots never go as planned" and how the videos seem to always turn out great in the end. 

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Thanks and have a nice night.

This is the Daily FRO for Feb 2nd 2018. 

Today I wanted to talk about the importance of trading glass for glass and never glass for bodies.  I traded in my dram lens today to Allen's camera in exchange for two lenses that I hope to use more.

Don't forget, id love to hear from you so please call 2674546376 and leave me a voice mail. 

At the end of this episode please stick around to hear a voicemail from a Daily FRO listener. 

This is the Daily FRO for March 2nd 2022.

I've been away from making these for a second, so I wanted to give you a long update on what I've been up to.  I hope you enjoy.

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This week features RAW Talk host Jared Polin (FroKnowsPhoto.com) finally getting to some of your questions. In lieu of a guest, Jared answers questions directly from the audience. You can submit your questions for future episodes of RAW Talk to podcast@froknowsphoto.com. For more information about Jared and the show, visit FroKnowsPhoto.com

RAW Talk host Jared Polin (FroKnowsPhoto.com) sits down with entrepreneur Jeff Fluhr to talk about founding Spreecast and StubHub and the process of taking an idea and turning it into reality. You can submit your questions for future episodes of RAW Talk to podcast@froknowsphoto.com. For more information about Jared and the show, visit FroKnowsPhoto.com

From now through Tuesday use the code fro50off to get 50% OFF any and all of my video guides.  Head on over to http://froknowsphoto.com/blackfriday for more information.

This is the second Daily FRO for December 18th 2018

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss expectations with photographing friends and family "for free," Jared's TV debut and Bryce Harper photoshoot, new releases from Sigma and Canon & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 105!

My first official photography class was in 1997 when I was in 10th grade.  I recall a rack of photography magazines being near the teachers desk and one magazine always caught my attention.  On the cover was this Einstein looking guy holding a really cool “white” lens standing on the ice in front of the net.  The photographers name was Bruce Bennett and he has the destination of being the first photographer I ever looked up to.  I consider him to the most recognizable photographer in NHL history.  

There wasn’t a week that went by where I read and re read the article in “Unique Photo” magazine where Bruce talked about being a hockey photographer.  From that point on I knew I wanted to be a Hockey Photographer and that Bruce was the one I wanted to emulate. 

Well this week I had the honor and pleasure of interviewing Mr. Bruce Bennett.  The interview takes place on the Philadelphia Flyers bench at the Wells Fargo Center before the opening night festivities.  This interview ranks up there with one of my favorite to this point.  Bruce and I share a love for photography and hockey and you will hear us tossing around random hockey knowledge and facts.  The interview starts at 32:23

Do you know what Kerplunk is?  If you don’t we start off the show with a quick game of Kerplunk.  What other vintage games do you recall playing when you were a kid?

Stephen brings us all the photo news stories of the week that you just might find interesting.  Stories include 2 million dollars worth of camera gear was stolen, a video time lapse with stacked video that will blow your mind, the donut selife is introduced and much much more.  Be sure to check the site for all the photo news stories and more. 

We take a quick look at a new photo book that was just released by Danny Clinch called, Danny Clinch.  What a solid collection of images.  If you love music or love candid images for that matter this book is going to give you a thrill.  I am working on setting up an interview with Danny so if you can tweet at him and say you would like to see him on FroKnowsPhoto RAW talk that would be appreciated.  @danny_climch 

We wrapped up the show with Gear of the week and the Wheel Of Fro!!!!

A big thank you goes out to Rode Microphone, Atomos, Allen’s Camera, all the companies on the Wheel Of Fro and you guys.

In this episode, Jared & Stephen go back to the basics and discuss photography lingo, if point & shoot cameras are back, how Jared photographed a 1000 foot 1950's historic ship & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 139!

Welcome to RAWtalk Episode 238. This week we discuss Peter Lik and how most photographers aren't fans of him. We chat about how our BRAND NEW iMac is already DEAD and what Apple plans on doing about it. We then discuss our journey at the Eagles parade and how we documented it, as well as Stephen's awesome Philadelphia Skyline photos. Photo News is in full effect as well, where we talk about the rumored DJI Mavic II and its supposed 1-inch sensor, how the Navy is getting rid of its photographers as well as the EPIC SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch and the camera aboard Elon Musk's Tesla in space. We also discuss Sigma's new fast wide angle zoom lens, and a new camera that shoots nearly 30,000 FPS! We wrap up the show with our usual live Q&A and answer YOUR questions! As always, thanks for watching!

00:00:16 - Intro
00:02:03 - Our iMac Pro Came DOA! Is Apple Fixing it?
00:11:09 - Jared & Stephen Filmed the Eagles Parade
00:18:40 - Stephen’s Philly Skyline Photos
00:21:37 - Todd’s Recaps His LA Trip
00:25:42 - Are You Watching the DailyFRO Yet?
00:26:25 - Photo News!
00:26:43 - Sigma Announces 14-24 f/2.8 Art Lens
00:30:22 - Phantom’s New Camera Shoots Nearly 30,000 FPS!
00:32:35 - US Navy Getting Rid of Combat Camera Units
00:34:50 - DJI Mavic II to Get 1-Inch Sensor?
00:36:40 - Elon Musk Sent His Car to Space!
00:39:20 - Is This Peter Lik Photo Manipulated?
00:42:23 - Why Photographers HATE Peter Lik
00:51:07 - Gear of the Week: Our DEAD iMac Pro
00:52:20 - Flying Solo Q&A

A few months back I sat down via Zoom with Rikki Rockett the Drummer of Poison to discuss what it was like touring in the 80's.  

I dove more into the business of 80's music because i've always been curious about how it worked.  How did you get signed, how much did you get, did you get screwed???  

This is the Daily FRO for Sunday January 3rd 2021.

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thank you very much for listening.  Be sure to subscribe where ever you get your podcasts.

This is the Daily FRO for July 14th 2018.

Bootcamp info bit.ly/frocamp

This is the Daily FRO for August 20th 2018

I have never had a photo go "VIRAL" but this weeks guest Amanda Brewer who isn’t a professional photographer now has that experience.  As you know I am very careful to call things viral but when your photo becomes the most “liked” photo ever for GoPro’s Photo Of The Day it earned that moniker.  Tune in at 48 Minutes to hear Amanda explain how her photo went bonkers.  On top of everything else by submitting an image to GoPro for photo of the day you are giving them usage rights to your image for EVER, my thoughts on the episode. 

Stephen gets his photo news on with some stories about Leica, Android Apps, Drones being shot down and more. 

Will you be joining us for Allens Nikon-A-Palooza on Saturday October 18th, I certainly hope so.  We are doing a LIVE RAWtalk and Allen will be giving away a Nikon DSLR for FREE. The address is 4401 New Falls Road Levittown PA.

I have never heard the term 8 to 2’er but after a fro reading high school student sent in a question I know I don’t like it.  Find out what his question was and who I ended up yelling at. 

For more information and all the photo stories please go to FroKnowsPhoto.com/rawtalk-105

This week, RAWtalk host Jared Polin dives head first into a heated debate that could be brewing in Vermont, which says it may become illegal to photograph people without their permission.  He also covers dutch angles, what makes a solid image and some marketing advice.  Episode 31 finishes up with Jared FLYING SOLO and taking your questions. You can submit your questions for future episodes of RAW Talk to podcast@froknowsphoto.com. For more information about Jared and the show, visit FroKnowsPhoto.com

This is the Daily FRO for December 29th 2020.

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I almost forgot to record the Daily Fro and it's only the third night.  My goal, keep talking to the microphone before I go to bed and sharing the thoughts that are in my head from the day.

I hope you enjoy these.  If you do or don't, please let me know by leaving me a voicemail at 2674546376

Thanks and see you tomorrow!!!

This is the Daily FRO for June 13th 2018.

Do you have something to say?  Say it, call 2674546376!!!

This week I sat down with former Sports Illustrated staff photographer Al Tielemans.  I first met Al when I was 17 or 18 where we shot together in the dugout of Veteran stadium for a Phillies game.  I invited Al in because he is one of the best sports photographers of our time and I know he would be able to shed some light on the industry for us all.  If there is one thing I took out of this interview it’s a statement that Al made about “practice”.  He mentioned during his off days form assignments he would go out and shoot to keep his skills tight.  You can not become a better photographer if you don’t get out there and shoot. 

Do you want to win some of the $200,000 in prizes that RODE is giving away during its second MyRodeReel.com compettion?  That’s right the contest is back and this time bigger than ever.  In all honesty there is no reason not to at least try and enter this contrast.  It is FREE to enter and you never know what will happen, maybe your video is the feather that tickles somebody’s fancy.  Be sure to check out MyRodeReel.com for contest rules.  http://www.rode.com/?utm_source=FroKnowsPhoto&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=FroKnowsPhoto

Stephen hits us with photo news including a discussion about the just announced Nikon D7200.  Don’t miss why I have 46 Terabytes of hard drives on the table during this weeks “gear of the week” segment. 

To check out Al Tielemans website please click here. http://www.altielemans.com/

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Stephen's professional newborn photoshoot, an epic Jurassic Park-themed photoshoot, Nikon's latest retro camera & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 069!

Get your questions ready for me to answer on this live edition of FLYING SOLO. No RAWtalk this week and I will tell you why during the video.

I was on Vacation last week which means normally there would be no RAWtalk this week.  Don’t fret though as we filmed a special RAWtalk with interview before I went away to make sure we delivered you a FRESH episode on time.

On this weeks episode I welcome @Misshattan into the loft to share her story on how she went from zero to 400,000 Instagram followers.  As well as how she went from working a cooperate job to quitting to become a full time photographer.  This is a great interview packed full of information that may help you in your quest as a creative.

Use Code “FROBOOKNP” at AdoramaPIX.com to get 21% OFF your entire photo book order until the end of the month.  I personally use AdoramaPIX to make my photo books and have been since 2009 which was before the launch of FroKnowsPhoto.com.

There won’t be photo news this week since we filmed it a week early.  But we still have Gear Of The Week, Flying Solo and the Wheel Of FRO.

By the way, the Wheel Of FRO is going to make someone a very happy person if you’re picking up what i’m putting down.

00:00:16   Someones going to the beach on vacation

00:04:37   Introduction to the Interview

00:05:47   Interview with @Misshattan

00:47:08   Gear of the Week

00:51:26   Flying Solo

01:16:39   Wheel of Fro

01:24:57   Hash Tags of the Week

Misshattan Interview time stamps

6:02   How Misshattan started her Instagram account, at a BBQ

6:35   How did you build your following?

6:58  What was work?  JP Morgan

7:47  DSLR or Phone pics for Instagram?

7:53  you met in Vegas

8:59  Known for doing aerials?

9:53  what method did you use for people to discover you?

12:08  How did you transition to photography from your career?

19:05  Instagram stories

26:25  Clients you can tell us about, Cadillac

28:29  Did you have a background in photography?

32:03  has been being a female affected your career

FroKnowsPhoto RAWtalk is the greatest Photography Podcast / Video Podcast in the world, we hope you enjoy!!!! We discuss all things digital photography from Nikon, Canon, SONY to DSLR's and Mirrorless Cameras and Adobe Lightroom. Be sure to tune in each and every week.

This is the Daily FRO for August 3rd 2019.

I got a txt from Sam Green (if you're not sure who he is, I explain it in the podcast). He asked me what I think about a specific cinema camera.  I asked him why and he proceeded to tell me he's not happy with the video color from his Sony a7 III. 

At that point, I needed to have a little talking to with Sam.  There's NOTHING I repeat NOTHING wrong with the color of his camera.  It's his issue and not something that's solved because he buys something more expensive. 

Welcome to the Daily FRO for March 29th 2018.

Today I leave for Paris, I lied to you about what i'm taking and I am excited to get to the land of wine and cheese.  Though I don't like wine or most cheesses. 

If you would like to call me fee free at 2674546376

This is the Daily FRO for October 4th 2018

In this episode, Jared & Stephen critique Donald Trump and JD Vance's new "official" portraits live, discuss the latest firmware updates from Sony and Canon, Jared gets caught red-handed in a Subaru & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 135!

This is the Daily FRO for May 4, 2020.

I am so tired of everyone being called a HERO especially when it's parents talking about....  THEY ARE NOT HEROS, stop wanting to give everyone a cookie for doing what they are supposed to do. 

Welcome to what I am calling “Pictures In Your Mind”. The idea is I describe in as much detail as possible an image in the hope you can visualize the image in your mind based on how i’m describing it.

My goal with this is to help you think about the details in the images you plan on capturing or are capturing. I want you to hear what I am saying the settings are, what the lighting is, where the subject is, where the details are and build the picture in your mind all before I show you the image.

It’s all about painting the picture in your mind, wether it’s my photo or a photo you want to capture or a photo that’s presenting itself.

Click Here to view the full-res image I painted in your mind http://froknowsphoto.com/mind05/

Over the past month or so there has been a lot of concern over many larger bands photo contracts.  One in particular is the Foo Fighters photo release you must sign before shooting them.  Yes the contact is over the top, yes it discusses turning over the copyrights but no it’s not really as big of a deal as you think.  What’s going on is people are blowing the release way out of proportion.  You have a choice, you can sign it and shoot or you could do neither.  It’s no skin off the bands back since you would simply be shooting the same photos as everyone else.

What you have to understand is the contract doesn’t say you can’t use the images, it doesn’t say they will take your ownership right from under you.  It says they have the ability to do whatever they want with your images if and only if they ever ask you for them.  Do you see any spaces on the contract that asks for contact info, NO.

So why did I choose to sign the contract?  One, I was work for hire, meaning I was getting paid to shoot the photos.  Two if someone is paying me to use the photos they need the rights to use the photos.  Three, what else would I be doing?  Sitting at home wishing I was shooting something opposed to actually putting myself in a position to be successful. 

I never expected to end up shooting backstage, it just happened.  But the truth of the matter is I can not share those images without permission.  You know what, I am fine with that right now because I was work for hire.  I shouldn’t be able to just share the images without permission in this one case.  I want to share them but our agreement said I needed them to sign off on it.

The moral of the story is by me going out and shooting, aka doing my job, I may have opened up some very important doors.  Am I guaranteed anything further, nope.  That’s okay with me because guess what, I already got my foot in the door, I did the work and they LIKED IT, the liked it a lot. 

This weeks episode is brought to you by ATOMOS.  If you are investing in anything 4K and you want to give yourself the ability to select a professional codec, you should check out the shogun.  Not only will you be able to record in professional codecs, you have a larger screen, tons of pro functions, better audio and so much more.  If you’re not in the market for a 4k camera and simply want an inexpensive way to record longer than 20 or 30 min you should check out the “bare bones” option starting at $395.  Check it out right here http://www.atomos.com/

Stephen brings us this weeks photo stories and much much more.  While Todd fills his chair and we test out “Todd cam” with the new GoPro Hero4 Session. 

Gear of the week is my very own I SHOOT RAW ThinkTank Photo Retrospective 30 bag.  If you’re in the market for a shoulder bag, this is the one bag you will own for many years to come.  It fits everything I need on a shoot and is built to last.  You can pick up a bag right here http://bit.ly/rawbag

Thank you to all our sponsors and everyone who checks out the show each week.  LEXAR is the official card of RAWtalk.

This is the Daily FRO for May 26th 2018.

Be shocking and unique and different is okay. 

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Don't worry this is not the FINAL EPSIDE of RAWtalk ever, just the final one for the year.  To kick off this weeks Episode we discuss the recent Bootcamp in New Orleans followed by my few days off in Florida.  

As this is the final episode of the year I thought it would be good to look bad at some of the predictions I made last year as well as take a look into what I think will be coming in 2014.  What do you think will be coming in the photography industry? 

I ended up getting sidetracked and started talking about peoples profile pictures on Match.com.   I really have to make a tutorial for how take better pictures on dating profiles. 

As always we jump into Stephens Photo News with extra distractions followed by Wheel of FRO and Flying Solo. 

A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who has listened or watched RAWtalk this year!!!

This is the Daily FRO for March 12th 2018.

The helicopter crash has me thinking a lot about life and that's where todays episode took me.  It bounces around all over the place but hopefully it ended up making sense. 

Feel free to share what's on your mind with me at 2674546376

Thanks, 

Jared

This is the Daily FRO for August 22nd 2018

RAWtalk BACK Friday at 2pm EST!!!!

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss their upcoming plans for the new year, why Canon, Sony & Nikon should watch out & more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 032!

This is the Daily FRO for August 25th 2018.

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Sony's newest camera, Jared's hockey life, the "best mirrorless camera" and more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 018!

This is the Daily FRO for December 16th 2020

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This is the Daily FRO for June 18th 2018 and I need your help.

Please help me find some books to listen to or read.  I love space, history, biographies....... Call or text 2674546376

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In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss Jared's Will and what will happen to the company if he doesn't make it out of Africa, how Canon is NOT going the Global Shutter route, Sigma's long-awaited 70-200 DG DN lens for the E-mount & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 077!

Stephen was in Vegas and I was in Seattle so we had to record this weeks RAWtalk about two weeks early.  The reason we did this is we didn't want to leave you hanging without an episode.  

Since we recorded early there wont be any photo news but if I am being honest I really enjoyed the banter throughout the entire episode.  Thought we didn't have news I think it flows really reall well.

Oh yea we had a special guest in the studio this week, Mr Sam Green!!!!  For those who don't know who Sam is you will hear his story during this weeks conversation.  

Being that we had some extra time I also included a flying solo portion to answer as many questions as possible.  

My favotite part of this week is when I was asked to sing a Limp Bizket song.  All I can say is you've gotta have FAITH!!!!!!

Enjoy this weeks episode that is sponrosed by Squarespace.  For 10% off use code FRO9 at Squarespace.com/fro

RAW Talk host Jared Polin (FroKnowsPhoto.com) rocks the mic with frequent guest Liora Klein and Todd Wolfe (Cheesesteak Media) to discuss the increasing popularity of using DSLRs to shoot video, and shares some behind-the-scenes insights from shooting the recently released Beginner's Guide. You can submit your questions for upcoming episodes of RAW Talk to podcast@froknowsphoto.com. For more information about Jared and the show, visit FroKnowsPhoto.com.

Flying Solo topics this week. Are desaturated photos cool? What size cards should you get for your Nikon D850 and how do you get people to purchase prints from you directly if they are so cheap online?

Give MyGearVault a try right here!!! https://mygearvault.com/#download

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This is the Daily FRO for November 28th, 2019.

I recently traded in $13,000 worth of glass to Allen's Camera and made a video about it.  The title of the video is "GOODBYE Nikon...trading in $13,000 in Lenses" . That's a great headline/title for a video, I knew people would click it because it's super clickable.

As always some people call it Clickbait and I simply call it a really good headline that delivers.  I discuss that aspect of it in this episode along with why I traded the gear in, what happens if Allen's closes and I didn't use my credit, how much credit did I get and more.

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This is the Daily FRO for Match 18th 2021.

In this episode, I read the author's statement I've put together for the beginning of the book.  I would love to hear your thoughts on what i've written so far and if there's something you think should also be included in the text.  

Please txt me with feedback 3137109729

This is the Daily FRO for September 24th 2018

In this episode, Jared is joined by a very special guest where they chat about traveling with photo gear, film photography, "surprise & delight" deliverables & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 124!

This is the Daily FRO for August 6th 2020.

If you'd like to call or txt me please do so at 2674546376

Today I discuss issues with FEDEX and UPS.  People not listening to me who've asked for advice and dealing with adversity and finding a way to turn it around.  

This week we finally take a look at Todd’s attempt at shooting photos at a wedding.  We find out why he was asked in the first place and we learn that he used iPhoto to edit the RAW files.  We apologize in advance if you are listening to this as audio only as you won’t get a chance to see the photos until you can watch the video. 

This weeks show is brought to you by GraphicStock, VideoBlocks and AudioBlocks.  It’s simple, try them out if you do any type of video creating.  We use something from either one of those services in almost every video we produce. 

I discussed my Pope Photos along with the Rode VideoMicro as gear of the week and Stephen hits us with some Photo News. 

Show Intro - 00:00:16

Camera Giveaway Announcement - 00:09:51

Pope Recap - 00:13:07

Photo News - 00:20:05

Gear of the Week - 00:58:35

Todd's Wedding Photos Critique - 01:02:05

Wheel of Fro - 01:42:48

In this episode, Jared & Stephen recap Jared's African photo safari, breaking down his favorite gear used, how many photos he took, how the trip was overall & much more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 131!

In this episode, Jared & Stephen discuss the mission to the moon with creatives, their special "guest", Jared's latest photoshoot & more! Text us with any thoughts and questions regarding this episode at 313-710-9729. This is RAWtalk Episode 029!

This is the Daily FRO for Nov 14th 2018