Golden Hour Podcast (David Altizer, Connor McCaskill)
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| 30 Jun 2023 | 189: Canon's New Camera Is Terrible | 00:52:00 | |
In this episode, David and Connor talk about the Canon PowerShot V10. | |||
| 04 Apr 2023 | 181: The Sony ZV-E1 Has a MAJOR Problem | 01:21:22 | |
Connor returned from Sony Camera Camp in San Diego with hands-on time with the new Sony ZV-E1 "vlogger camera." | |||
| 09 May 2023 | 183: Hands-on with the LUMIX S5 IIX - The BATMAN Camera | 00:52:08 | |
David and Connor discuss their hands-on time using the new LUMIX S5 IIX. Should others consider switching to Panasonic, and are Connor and David considering making the switch themselves? | |||
| 18 May 2023 | 184: Why You Should Care About Final Cut Pro for iPad | 01:09:24 | |
Michael Tobin (@initialfocus) joins us to discuss pro video editing on Apple's iPad Pro, DaVinci Resolve, FCP, and YouTuber life.
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| 26 Mar 2023 | 180: The End of DPReview feat. Jordan Drake | 00:49:55 | |
Jordan Drake (DPReviewTV, CameraStoreTV) joins us on this episode to discuss the end of DPReview, PetaPixel, what it's like being friends with Chris Niccolls, the future of YouTube, and what it's like being a father. | |||
| 25 Feb 2023 | 176: The Age of Automation | 00:55:30 | |
Is AI taking our jobs away, or is it a valuable tool? Sony releases a new 50mm GM lens. The Canon box cinema camera is rumored to come out soon. Instagram adds paid verification, and David drives a new electric car.
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| 27 May 2023 | 185: Switching to the Leica Q3 with Kai W | 01:06:36 | |
Kai Wong joins us to discuss his hands-on time with the long-awaited Leica Q3. We also talk about the Sony ZV-1II, YouTuber life, the balance of creative work, and ADHD. Follow Kai: https://youtube.com/@KaiManWong | |||
| 20 Jan 2024 | 195: Tyler Stalman Made a Vertical iPhone Clamp for Filmmakers (with Kondor Blue) | 01:26:00 | |
Kondor Blue and Tyler Stalman have made the world's first vertical iPhone 15 Pro Clamp and we talk all about it. Connor also switched to Sony, we do an iPhone 15 Pro 4 months later follow-up, and more shenanigans. Check out the clamp: https://kondorblue.com/products/stalman-clamp FOLLOW TYLER: https://www.youtube.com/@stalman TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Introduction (02:29) iPhone 15 Pro 4 months later (18:05) iPhone 15 Pro Spatial Video (23:52) Photo Management Problems (28:18) Kondor Blue Stalman Clamp (01:02:41) Connor switches to Sony (01:05:23) LUMIX G9ii (01:08:33) Canon C70 is THE BEST (01:10:23) Sony a9II Global Shutter looks amazing (01:12:06) LUMIX is at the top (01:14:05) Generative Fill and AI Art | |||
| 26 Jan 2023 | 173: Why Cam Mackey Switched To Sony | 01:12:25 | |
In this episode, we are joined by photographer and filmmaker Cam Mackey to discuss his massive jump to Sony after being a Canon shooter for many years. FOLLOW CAM | |||
| 11 Oct 2023 | 193: The iPhone 15 Pro Is Taking Over | 01:14:43 | |
In this episode, we discuss our switch to audio-only episodes, review the new iPhone 15 Pro and Lumix G9 Mark II, critique Canon, speculate on Fuji and Panasonic cameras, and share thoughts on phone cases and camera rumors. David's iPhone 15 Pro SD Card Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSqgzddHooM Connor's iPhone 15 Pro camera vs. Real camera video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxdUTM8vDRA&t=159s Chapters (0:00:00) Welcome back to the Golden Hour podcast Tags episode, topics, audio-only, personal projects, iPhone 15 Pro, Lumix G9 Mark II, underwhelming sales, Canon, third-party lenses, RF lineup, Fuji X100R, Panasonic camera, variable ND filter, upcoming camera rumors, phone cases | |||
| 03 Feb 2023 | 174: Buying a Camera Won't Make You Happy | 00:41:35 | |
Will buying a camera (or anything for that matter) make you truly happy? Connor experienced a flaw with the Canon R6 Mark II on a shoot. Do Canon EF lenses work on the LUMIX S5 II and is MrBeast ruining YouTube? LINKS
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| 06 Jun 2023 | 186: Will Apple Vision Pro Replace Your Monitor? | 01:15:41 | |
Did Apple just reinvent the VR headset? Will it be used in pro environments? Is the Vision Pro worth $3,500? In this episode, we try to answer those questions and share our thoughts on WWDC 2023. | |||
| 27 May 2024 | 196: LUMIX S9 - The Good, the Bad, the Confused | 01:15:40 | |
🚨Full Disclosure🚨: We were invited to Japan to check out the new Panasonic LUMIX S9. All expenses were paid. That includes flights, travel from airport to hotel, food, and a five-day hotel visit in Osaka. They also provided a tour of some Japanese landmarks for those who wanted to partake. We could also take home a loaner S9 camera and other accessories, including the new 26mm f/8 lens. We are not allowed to sell the camera or accessories, and when we are done with the camera, we must send it back to LUMIX. Panasonic never asked us to make a video, nor have they had any insight into what we say in our videos, including this podcast. They did not watch this before its release and were not told it would even be made. 100% of our thoughts and opinions in this podcast are our own. In this podcast, we discuss our opinions on the new S9 camera, its controversy, and the current state of the YouTube gear review space. Watch Connor's first review here. CHAPTERS (00:00) Intro (00:39) Disclaimer (04:35) Thoughts on the LUMIX S9 (29:54) Can we just be nice? (40:12) Make cameras fun again (41:58) Lumix S9X?? (42:49) Why not buy a Canon R8? (44:44) Should cameras have “personalities?” (53:21) LUMIX S9 autofocus (58:40) Overheating (1:05:29) Entitled (1:10:28) Objectively, would we BUY this camera? | |||
| 27 Apr 2023 | 182: We Went to NAB and In-N-Out in Vegas! | 01:21:58 | |
David and Connor just got back from Vegas and talked about their journey to NAB 2023, the gear they saw, and most importantly, discussed whether In-N-Out is worth all the hype. | |||
| 12 Sep 2023 | 192: Happy iPhone Day! Also Camera Day… | 01:23:38 | |
Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Panasonic LUMIX G9 II, Fujifilm GFX100 II, and the Sony BURANO ALL released today (September 12, 2023).
SHOW NOTES
Shot on iPhone 15 Pro: https://youtu.be/jELeFXNJUOE
Connor's G9 II Video: https://youtu.be/-4VLV49w0rI
David's G9 II Video: https://youtu.be/ZntFhJA8cU0
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| 18 Jul 2023 | 190: Sony a6700 & David Finished "100 Movies in 24Hrs" | 00:57:40 | |
David and Connor discuss the new Sony a6700, Meta Threads, David's new channel DVD Filmmaker, and the highly anticipated "100 Movies in 24 Hours" video. Watch 100 Movies here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoT-xRC7kKk | |||
| 10 Mar 2023 | 177: Getting 88K YouTube Subscribers Overnight | 00:39:55 | |
Dave Maze is gone forever, new Canon R5 firmware and a7SIV rumors, Pokémon re-releases the original TCG, and Connor gets over 88,000 subscribers overnight! | |||
| 20 Jan 2023 | 172: Canon's Reign Is Over | 00:38:58 | |
Is Canon's reign finally over? | |||
| 02 Feb 2022 | Shooting RED, Building a Freelance Video Empire, & More with Brandon Washington | 01:23:49 | |
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| 19 Mar 2019 | @Canon_Photos (Ian Harper and Henry Nathan) | 00:54:05 | |
In this episode, we sit down with Ian and Henry who have built a huge ≈ 3 million community of photography enthusiasts. From @Canon_Photos to @CPcreatives they leverage their audiences into brand deals and client work. While they have succeeded on the business side they are both strong photographers in their own right and continue creating amazing content on their individual channels. CONTACT US | |||
| 09 Feb 2022 | Candy Coated YouTube Content with Rene Ritchie | 01:02:44 | |
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| 16 Feb 2022 | Canon R5C, C70, and FCP Problems with Tyler Stalman | 01:33:53 | |
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| 26 Mar 2019 | Sorelle Amore (Advanced Selfie Queen) | 01:08:38 | |
We sat down with the Advanced Selfie Queen herself, Sorelle Amore, to talk about everything from her photography skillset to her outlook on life. Don't let the word "selfie" fool you, her work is high value art and she shares with the world how she accomplishes it. Sorelle's skillset has captured the attention of a huge fan base across several social platforms that she affectionally refers to as the "Rebels". CONTACT US | |||
| 24 Feb 2022 | Cameras, Phones, YouTube, & TikTok with Faruk from iPhonedo | 01:16:39 | |
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| 02 Mar 2022 | 1 Million Views for $750 with Scott McKenna | 01:09:03 | |
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| 04 Mar 2022 | Interview with Ukrainian Hero | 00:29:41 | |
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| 02 Apr 2019 | Lizzie Peirce & Chris Hau (Videographers, Directors & YouTubers) | 01:18:53 | |
Chris & Lizzie are not only individually amazing content creators via YouTube and Instagram but they work as a team under the media production house that they own: Know Hau Media. Join the conversation as we talk about their working relationship, pursuing their artistic passions and the platforms that surround the photography & videography industry. CONTACT US | |||
| 16 Mar 2022 | New Channel, M1 Ultra, Canon R5 with Connor McCaskill | 00:45:27 | |
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| 09 Apr 2019 | Sam Ciurdar (Filmmaker & Photographer) | 00:57:45 | |
We sat down with Filmmaker & Photographer Sam Ciurdar, to talk about his journey from sneaking into college classes to success as a commercial photographer. We also spoke about working with his wife, Amanda, and their clothing project @adventurethatislife. Last but not least we spoke about how Sam & Sidney Diongzon shared a history of working on projects together. CONTACT US | |||
| 01 Apr 2022 | Miami Video Podcast - YouTube Channel Success | 01:07:12 | |
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| 06 Apr 2022 | Retouching Charlie Sheen, Cardi B, & Bruno Mars with Errick Jackson; Photo Retoucher | 01:36:59 | |
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| 16 Apr 2019 | Pierre T. Lambert (Your Photos Are Ugly) | 01:10:28 | |
Pierre is not only a fellow photographer & filmmaker but a host of his own podcast which features similar conversations like the ones here on Golden Hour. He and his wife create content for their travel-centric YouTube channel and, separately, Pierre shares his photography + travel knowledge via his personal channel. We talked about his experiences thus far and his viewpoint on why it doesn't matter what other people think of your content. CONTACT US | |||
| 13 Apr 2022 | School Teacher to Full-Time YouTuber with Tom Buck | 01:31:18 | |
Tom Buck has been a teacher for over 10 years and recently transitioned to full-time YouTube! Tom also met his WIFE on YouTube! We discuss this as well as his thoughts on the Shure SM-7B, Sony cameras, YouTube growth and more! CONTACT US | |||
| 28 Apr 2022 | Nolan Molt from Think Media on YouTube Filmmaking | 01:01:59 | |
Nolan is a filmmaker on YouTube who works for Think Media talking about YouTuber secrets and tips on how to grow a channel. CONTACT US | |||
| 11 May 2022 | DHL to Full-Time Creator with Peter Lindgren | 01:00:48 | |
Who is Peter Lindgren? Peter is a content creator and YouTuber from Sweden. In our conversation, we discuss how he became a full-time creator and why he has a two-channel strategy. We also nerd out about Sony cameras, dad life, and more! CONTACT US | |||
| 31 May 2022 | Becoming the Ultimate YouTube Shooter & Editor with Jake Bernal | 01:26:12 | |
My good friend Jake Bernal joins us to discuss his journey as a creator and now as a host for Kondor Blue CONTACT US | |||
| 07 Jun 2022 | Canon R5C vs C70 with Josh Sattin | 01:07:02 | |
Josh owns both the EOS C70 and R5C. In this conversation we go over the pros and cons of each, as well as which one he prefers. CONTACT US | |||
| 21 Jun 2022 | Kyle Watts (YouTuber, Filmmaker, Musician) | 01:26:21 | |
I speak with my friend Kyle Watts who created a fantastic show called Creator Camp with Paul Feinberg. He is also a YouTuber, filmmaker, and musician. In our conversation, we talk about how Kyle balances being a creator and a 9-5 as well as his thoughts on the platform as a whole. CONTACT US | |||
| 05 Jul 2022 | Canon R7, C70, & OM-1 with Nick Friend | 01:42:11 | |
In this episode, we speak with Nick Friend about his career in Hollywood-level filmmaking as well as a bunch of new cameras Dave just got. CONTACT US | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | Going Viral Buying 5 Broken Arri Alexa Cinema Cameras | 01:07:27 | |
Adam Harig made a viral video buying 5 Broken Arri Alexa cinema cameras and seeing if he could fix them... CONTACT US | |||
| 09 Sep 2022 | 161: Finally Time to Switch to Sony? | 01:05:06 | |
Welcome to the NEW Golden Hour! CONTACT US | |||
| 14 May 2019 | Meagan Bourne (Adventure & Elopement Photographer) | 00:37:31 | |
Meagan Bourne (@mlbourne) is an adventurous landscape photographer who has also carved out a niche in wedding photography, specializing in unique elopements and engagements. She provides insight for up and coming photographers as well as what it truly means to experience photography. CONTACT US | |||
| 20 Sep 2022 | 162: Why is the iPhone 14 Pro Purple? | 00:37:42 | |
In this episode, Dave talks about his new gear review channel, iPhone 14 Pro, and Connor talks about his new Apple Watch Ultra purchase. CONTACT US | |||
| 26 Sep 2022 | 163: The Canon C70 is the Best Camera | 01:03:01 | |
We are joined this week by Eric Walker from Sound It Out Films, Dave gets his iPhone 14 Pro, and Connor shares some Chick-Fil-A news. CONTACT US | |||
| 06 Oct 2022 | 164: Sony Cinema Camera Takeover | 01:12:46 | |
In this episode, Dave talks about his time at Vidsummit 2022, we talk about Canon, Fuji, and Sony rumors, as well as the newest cinema camera from Sony, the FX30. Connor also shares his experience with his new Apple Watch Ultra, and Dave gets nerdy about Leica again... CONTACT US | |||
| 14 Oct 2022 | 165: It Keeps Your Face Bright | 00:43:47 | |
The Sony ZV-1F came out today! Is it any good? Also, new camera rumors. The EOS R8, R6 MkII, and Sony a7RIV. Also, Facebook unleashed the Meta Quest Pro, and YouTube revealed its new username strategy. CONTACT US | |||
| 28 Oct 2022 | 166: Film's Not Dead Thanks to Leica | 00:35:05 | |
Watch this show: https://youtu.be/qB1LB_jjPtI CONTACT US | |||
| 02 Nov 2022 | 167: Why YouTubers Get Invited To Stuff | 00:51:36 | |
Watch This Episode: https://youtu.be/oJx_dSZQmj0 CONTACT US | |||
| 21 May 2019 | ItsJustL (Portrait and Street Photographer) | 01:28:09 | |
L Tanjuquio is an award-winning photographer, filmmaker and graphic design artist who has almost 20 years of experience working with high-profile clients like Kanye West, Drew Barrymore, and World Champion Boxer Canelo Alvarez. His talent in graphic design has allowed him to work on projects for the film Straight Outta Compton and AMC's The Walking Dead. We spoke with L about working with these big names and his choice to not focus on the social aspect of today's photography landscape. CONTACT US | |||
| 15 Dec 2022 | 169: Eric Floberg Admits Sony Cameras Aren't Sexy, Shares Details on Feature Documentary | 01:21:34 | |
Dave sits down with filmmaker Eric Floberg, Gene Yoon, and Steven Schultz in a hotel room in Nashville to discuss cameras, filmmaking, and more. CONTACT US | |||
| 04 Jan 2023 | 170: We Went to Japan and Have the NEW LUMIX S5 II | 01:23:09 | |
Thanks to Panasonic, Connor and Dave went to Tokyo to get hands-on with the new LUMIX S5 II. In this episode, they talk about their time in Japan and go over all the specs and features of the new LUMIX S5 II and S5 IIX. CONTACT US | |||
| 28 May 2019 | Erin Outdoors (Travel Savant & Photographer) | 01:13:04 | |
Erin Sullivan is a wildlife/travel photographer, writer, blogger, professional travel guide, on-camera host and overall outdoor savant. Also known as ErinOutdoors, she has created a strong personal brand that spans across multiple disciplines. Follow along as we talk about her journey and how she goes about her creative process. CONTACT US | |||
| 13 Jan 2023 | 171: Switching to the LUMIX S5 II with Tyler Stalman | 01:38:28 | |
Tyler Stalman is a filmmaker, photographer, YouTube creator, and podcast host. In this episode, we talk about the new Panasonic LUMIX S5 II and other topics. CONTACT US | |||
| 04 Jun 2019 | Matthew Underwood (Commercial Director & Filmmaker) | 01:20:01 | |
Matthew Underwood has collaborated with brands AT&T, Rolling Stone, Evan Williams Bourbon, and Kellogg’s to make commercial content. Alongside those commercials, Matthew has continued to develop both narrative and documentary projects. His work has taken him to over a dozen countries and across the entire United States. CONTACT US | |||
| 11 Jun 2019 | Ken Bolido (Tech Reviewer & Creative Director) | 01:34:25 | |
Ken Bolido is the production lead for the Austin Evans YouTube channel which has well over 3 million subscribers. We sat down with Ken to talk about YouTube strategies, how he got started, and why he chooses to shoot on production level cameras such as Red and Alexa. Be sure to subscribe as we release new episodes every Tuesday! CONTACT US | |||
| 18 Jun 2019 | Gab Scanu (Landscape & Aerial Photographer) | 01:05:45 | |
In episode 15 of Golden Hour, we speak with Gab Scanu about his roots of shooting aerial content of the Australian coast and how he was able to develop an aesthetic that resonates on a worldly scale. His refined skill set has allowed him to work with big name brands such as DJI, Louis Vuitton and Samsung all by the age of 22. One of these collaborations brought him to Saudi Arabia where he was given rare access to create drone footage which has been viewed over 140,000 times YouTube. Join us as we speak about his willingness to adapt styles to fit client demands and how he regulates what he publicly showcases. CONTACT US | |||
| 25 Jun 2019 | Ben Horne (Large Format Film Photographer) | 00:50:45 | |
Ben Horne limits himself to spark creativity. He only photographs with large format cameras primarily using 8x10 or 4x5 film which forces him to create visually stunning landscape photography within those parameters. In this episode, we talk with Ben about the discipline it takes to work with film, his go-to cameras and how he shares his experiences via his YouTube channel. CONTACT US | |||
| 02 Jul 2019 | Jason Vong (Hybrid Videographer & YouTuber) | 01:24:21 | |
We sat down with Jason Vong who is a videographer, wedding content creator, YouTuber, and camera review extraordinaire. In this episode, we cover Jason's passion for videography, his strong ties to the Sony brand and his view on how YouTube content should be produced. CONTACT US | |||
| 09 Jul 2019 | Jeven Dovey (Filmmaker & Educator) | 01:29:46 | |
Jeven Dovey is a full-time filmmaker who shares his experiences on YouTube. His channel consists of tutorials on cameras, filmmaking skills and keys to success when using the YouTube platform as a whole. Whether you are looking to get into filmmaking, YouTube or travel vlogs, this episode will provide some valuable tools. CONTACT US | |||
| 16 Jul 2019 | Zeke Silva (Aerial and Night Photographer) | 00:52:55 | |
@ZekesView is a drone pilot and night photographer who faces creative challenges which he overcomes to produce meaningful photography that he shares with his Instagram audience. In this episode, we also talked about his winding journey from the fast-food industry to finding his passion for creating content. CONTACT US | |||
| 23 Jul 2019 | Kitty Peters (Media House Founder & YouTuber) | 00:45:50 | |
Kitty Peters (@AtolaVisuals) is a multitalented creative who works as a photographer, videographer, director, and YouTuber. She owns and operates her media house, Atola Visuals, which works with a wide range of commercial clients. In this episode, we chat about her opinions on Vidcon, balancing different business aspects, Sony cameras and her experience on YouTube. CONTACT US | |||
| 30 Jul 2019 | Garrett King (Photographer & Expert Colorist) | 01:21:45 | |
Garrett, aka @ShortStache, is a color theory savant who has developed a personalized aesthetic which presents itself in much of his work from photography to filmmaking. Both his client list and social media following are impressive but he expresses throughout this podcast that his focus remains on the art form of photography as well as color theory. CONTACT US | |||
| 06 Aug 2019 | Matt Komo (Music Video Director & Filmmaker) | 01:13:05 | |
In the creative world, there are people who are multi-talented and then there are those who can convey stories through almost every medium. Matt Komo talks with us about filmmaking, directing music videos, producing music, graphic design, photography and his previous role as head of social content for GoPro. CONTACT US | |||
| 13 Aug 2019 | Jason Anthony (Commercial Videographer & YouTuber) | 01:02:20 | |
We sat down and chatted with Jason Anthony, who is a content creator, filmmaker, and YouTuber. Jason has navigated a compelling journey to become a full-time content creator. At age 28, he quit his corporate 9-5 job, packed up his things, and moved across the country to California to pursue his dreams. CONTACT US | |||
| 20 Aug 2019 | Josh Yeo (Filmmaker & Innovator) | 01:21:36 | |
Josh Yeo, is a filmmaker, storyteller, artist, and content creator who has developed a unique YouTube channel, Make.Art.Now, where he shares interesting solutions to problems filmmakers face. Josh lives by his mantra: “Pursue your dreams with reckless abandon.” CONTACT US | |||
| 27 Aug 2019 | Jenna Hubin (Animator & Video Director) | 01:11:45 | |
Jenna Hubin is a videographer, animator, YouTube personality and the lead video director at PolarPro. In this episode, we spoke about how animation should be a tool you experiment with that can expand your creativity as well as the current landscape of animation in YouTube and Hollywood alike. CONTACT US | |||
| 03 Sep 2019 | Gerald Undone (Gear Guru & YouTuber) | 01:26:23 | |
Gerald “Undone” is a YouTuber/ Gear Guru who is most recognizable for his YouTube channel where he reviews camera gear and shares how-to videos with his subscribers. As one of the most detailed reviewers, Gerald has climbed his way to the top as one of the most reliable sources on everything camera gear related. In this episode, we sit down with Gerald to find out how he got started with his channel and what exactly it means to be ‘undone’. CONTACT US | |||
| 10 Sep 2019 | Drue Schnelle (Portrait Photographer) | 01:23:04 | |
As an up and coming portrait photographer, Drue Schnelle, recently made his move across the country to turn his passion for photography into a career. Drue is known for his behind-the-scenes creativity on his photoshoots, and has recently made a name for himself within the product photography industry. His ability to think outside the box has landed him immense recognition on social media, and the opportunity to work with big brands, such as Adidas. CONTACT US | |||
| 17 Sep 2019 | Carmen Huter (Create > Consume) | 01:04:54 | |
Carmen Huter, an adventure-seeking photographer and travel enthusiast, has mastered the art of capturing the culture of each country she visits from more than just the images she takes. As someone who shares a deep affection for Mother Nature and the world around her, she teaches us what it means to ‘create more than consume.’ CONTACT US | |||
| 24 Sep 2019 | Ryan Resatka & Brayden Hall (Adventure Photographers) | 01:37:00 | |
Connected by their love for lifestyle adventure photography, Brayden Hall and Ryan Resatka’s unorthodox journey to become full-time professional photographers crossed paths creating a brotherly bond they continue to share with their evergrowing community. CONTACT US | |||
| 01 Oct 2019 | Josh McNair (California Through My Lens) | 01:07:04 | |
Josh McNair is a YouTuber, Photographer and owner of California Through My Lens which is a blog that focuses on travel destinations within the Golden State. This blog has pulled in over 10 million lifetime readers as people look for places to visit as well as locations to create content around. CONTACT US | |||
| 08 Oct 2019 | Ben Lalande (Short Filmmaker) | 01:01:26 | |
@Benn is an up and coming filmmaker who recently was chosen by Vimeo as a staff pick for his project: Nomad. Ben is a Canadian born creative who now calls California home as he works on surf films and commercial projects alike. CONTACT US | |||
| 15 Oct 2019 | Golden Hour Highlights Part: 1 (Chris Burkard, Sorelle Amore & More) | 00:50:50 | |
Catch up through our first thirty episodes by listening to insightful highlights from Chris Burkard, Sorelle Amore, @Canon_Photos_, Josh Yeo, Matt Komo, Kitty Peters, Garret King, & Gerald Undone. Be sure to subscribe as we release a new episode every Tuesday! CONTACT US | |||
| 22 Oct 2019 | Matthew Vandeputte (Timelapse Expert & YouTuber) | 01:09:49 | |
Matthew is a timelapse photographer and filmmaker based in London and Sydney. After discovering timelapse photography he went on to specialize in the ‘niche within a niche’ called hyperlapse photography. He has progressed to work with big-name clients such as Canon, Samsung, and Adobe. CONTACT US | |||
| 29 Oct 2019 | Derek Bahn (Hurley In-House Photographer) | 00:52:48 | |
Derek Bahn is a multifaceted artist who is the Senior In-House Photographer at Hurley International as well as a freelance photographer and graphic designer. Derek is skilled in portraiture, fashion and action sports photography from skate to surf. CONTACT US | |||
| 05 Nov 2019 | NicksFort (Freelance Filmmaker & Director) | 00:53:28 | |
Nick is a Portland-based cinematographer who recently won a Shorty award for is work on Not Happy or Healthy a project for the anti-tobacco organization Truth. Some of his other past clients include VH1, HULU, Reebok, Planet Fitness, & Volvo. CONTACT US | |||
| 12 Nov 2019 | Golden Hour Highlights Part: 2 (Jenna Hubin, Josh Yeo, Carmen Huter, DruePhoto, Gerald Undone) | 00:56:19 | |
We found more of our favorite segments from past episodes and bundled them together for an epic highlight episode. Jump into the conversation with Jenna Hubin, Josh Yeo, Carmen Huter, DruePhoto and Gerald Undone. Already heard these segments? Not to worry, there will be a fresh episode next week! CONTACT US | |||
| 19 Nov 2019 | Permagrin Films (Hyperlapse & Stop Motion Creative) | 01:08:36 | |
Marc Donahue broke into the creative industry over 7 years ago with his project Dream Music II which has gathered over 2.2 million views to date on YouTube. Since then, he has made strides in the stop motion and hyper-lapse niche. CONTACT US | |||
| 26 Nov 2019 | Armando Ferreira (Filmmaker & YouTuber) | 01:18:53 | |
Armando, or Mondo Bytes, has been running a successful YouTube channel for over 6 years. He got his start as a tech reviewer and has since catered his content towards the art of filmmaking amassing over 400 thousand in the process. As someone who initially turned a hobby into a profession, Armando lends some great advice on how to maintain a successful career as an online content creator. CONTACT US | |||
| 03 Dec 2019 | Ben Hess (Director & Cinematographer) | 01:05:41 | |
Ben is a freelance director and cinematographer, who strives to make his commercial work stand out for his clients. He considers himself to be a dream-maker, since his workflow consists of taking a goal, concept, or idea and bringing it to life through the visual art of filmmaking. CONTACT US | |||
| 10 Dec 2019 | Kelsey Johnson (Self-Portrait Travel Photographer) | 00:58:01 | |
Kelsey Johnson’s (@heykelseyj) whimsical combination of landscapes with human portraiture has been described by others as fairytale-esque, dreamlike, peaceful and full of wanderlust - drawing an organic accumulation of 165k+ followers across her social platforms. Kelsey explains how she uses photography as a creative outlet to document her life and how she turned her passion for adventure into a long-term career. CONTACT US | |||
| 17 Dec 2019 | Samuel Elkins (Portrait & Commercial Photographer) | 01:24:00 | |
Sam Elkins is a L.A. based portrait and commercial photographer, who has worked with huge brands such as Squarespace, Volvo, Uber, and Google-- to name a few. With a combined reach across his social channels nearing 1 million, Sam shares how he got started in the industry, as well as the secret to gaining success and maintaining it. CONTACT US | |||
| 24 Dec 2019 | Nikki Bigger & Ben Waugh (Nomadic Content Creators) | 01:20:55 | |
Ben and Nikki are photographers and content creators, who travel all over North America in their beautiful custom made van. In this episode, they share the ups and downs of van life, how to live a healthy lifestyle on the road, and succeed as creatives that are always on the go. CONTACT US | |||
| 31 Dec 2019 | Connor McCaskill (Editor & Videographer) | 01:16:38 | |
Connor is an editor and videographer who has worked alongside some familiar faces of the Golden Hour Podcast. From getting his start as an editor on Kinotika, to working with Armando Ferreira, Connor has had his hand in some of the most popular tech and gear review channels on YouTube. As a creator who is actively working to establish his own destiny, Connor shares tips & advice on how you can transition from being a counterpart/co-creator into a venture all of your own. CONTACT US | |||
| 07 Jan 2020 | Alex Gasaway (Social Entrepreneur & YouTuber) | 01:15:55 | |
Alex is an entrepreneur and YouTuber who strives to combine her love for content creation with her passion for running a successful business. Alex's tagline is, "create for a cause" because she works to intersect the pillars of creativity and social good through her work. As someone who has founded her YouTube channel on the 3 components of creativity, business, and purpose she explains how these different aspects can be combined to achieve one common goal. CONTACT US | |||
| 14 Jan 2020 | Greg Farnum (Commercial Cinematographer & YouTube Host) | 01:00:52 | |
Recording live from CES 2020 in Las Vegas, Dave sits down with Greg Farnum- the host and face of LensProTogo and Lens Rentals. This YouTube channel covers all things photography and video related, from camera and lens tests to tutorials and how-to's. Greg shares his journey post-film school and offers advice on how to succeed as a creator in both the freelance and YouTube spaces. CONTACT US | |||
| 21 Jan 2020 | Skyler Burt (Food & Beverage Photographer) | 01:26:56 | |
Skyler is an award-winning photographer and director based out of Los Angeles. He has traveled the globe for over 12 years shooting, directing, and editing projects for world-class clients. As someone who strives for perfection in everything he does, Skyler gives an inside look into the food photography industry and shares how his love for both food and art paved the way for his successful career. CONTACT US | |||
| 28 Jan 2020 | Jamey Price (Automotive & Motorsport Photographer) | 01:32:57 | |
Jamey Price is an Automotive and Motorsport photographer who has worked across 17 different countries, plus most of the continental United States during his 8 years as a professional photographer. As someone whose previous career was to be in front of the camera as a horse racing jockey and exercise rider, Jamey found that his success behind the camera was just as sweet. In this episode, Jamey shares what it’s like to work in his unique industry and how to set yourself apart among the crowd. CONTACT US | |||
| 04 Feb 2020 | PhotoJoseph (Content Producer & Educator) | 01:16:01 | |
PhotoJoseph is a successful photographer, filmmaker, YouTuber, and educator. He specializes in providing an educational platform that offers information on photo software, hardware, and technique. As someone who has built his career through the foundation of his various successful websites, he shares why it is important to have your own and how to thrive as a creator in an evolving industry. CONTACT US | |||
| 11 Feb 2020 | Andrew Jones (Brand Developer- Deity Microphones) | 01:12:17 | |
Andrew Jones is the brand developer and president of Deity Microphones. From getting his start as a wedding photographer, to working in reality television, Andrew has spent time working across several segments of the industry. As a creative who eventually discovered his true love of audio when working on set, Andrew then dedicated his career to focusing on this passion. Andrew shares not only the journey of how he got to where he is now, but also offers his personal advice on how to be a creative that aspires to inspire others. CONTACT US | |||
| 18 Feb 2020 | M. Brandon Lee (YouTuber & Tech Expert) | 00:53:18 | |
M. Brandon Lee is a YouTuber, sound engineer, and businessman who has found success in the industry from hosting his YouTube channel, This is Tech Today. As someone who used to consider himself an introvert, Brandon speaks about how he broke out of his shell by challenging himself to get out there and begin creating. In this episode, he shares his philosophy on how to maintain a successful channel and how he figured out a way to have a sustainable career, not only in the YouTube space, but in other industries as well. CONTACT US | |||
| 25 Feb 2020 | Matt Gonzalez (Creative Director & Tech Reviewer) | 00:52:01 | |
Matt Gonzalez is a tech reviewer and the Creative Director of Jon Rettinger's YouTube channel which serves content to over one and a half million subscribers, multiple times a week. He shares his journey of how he landed in the YouTube space- from getting his start with Mac Rumors to now hosting his own personal tech channel. Matt lends advice on how to make your content unique, and what to do to differentiate yourself amongst the crowd. CONTACT US | |||
| 03 Mar 2020 | Eddie Melendez (Mobile Content Creator) | 00:59:26 | |
Eddie Melendez, known also as EMT Films, is a photographer and videographer who specializes in mobile content creation. As someone who has found a home in a niche part of the industry, Eddie shares how you can achieve a career as a full-time creative, with just the use of your cell phone. Eddie explains how he balances his two creative career paths between content creation and playing in a band, as well as lends advice on how to succeed as a beginning creator. CONTACT US | |||
| 10 Mar 2020 | Justin Wylie (Director of Photography) | 01:26:03 | |
Justin Wylie is a DOP and visual storyteller, who made the visit to PolarPro’s headquarters all the way from Nashville, TN. He has worked for over ten years as a commercial cinematographer, participating in everything from large-scale productions to small grass-roots projects. Justin’s goal as a director of photography is to partner with storytellers who bring stories to life that inform, connect, challenge, and bring about empathy and life-change in the hearts of the audience. CONTACT US | |||
| 17 Mar 2020 | Davis Tyler (Medium Format Film Photographer) | 01:00:16 | |
Tyler Carey, or better known on social as Davis Tyler (@dvstylr), is a creator who has his hand in multiple aspects of the content production industry. In his personal work, he has discovered a love for film photography where he shoots primarily landscape and portrait photos. Additionally, Tyler is a videographer and editor for one of the most high-visibility female YouTube content creators and tech reviewers, iJustine. In this episode, Tyler shares not only how he found a love for a specific photography niche, but also how to take every opportunity you get and make the most of it. CONTACT US | |||
| 24 Mar 2020 | Kyle Meshna (Adventure Photographer & Filmmaker) | 00:56:45 | |
Kyle Meshna is a travel photographer and cinematographer who specializes in long exposure photography and commercial filmmaking. While balancing his day job at Google and his passion for content creation, Kyle shares how he navigates his two very different worlds. He is also a member of the Shooters Community (@bay.shooters), where photographers and content creators around the world connect, share knowledge, and inspire other creatives. In this episode, Kyle gives advice to aspiring content creators and urges them to be true to themselves when perfecting their craft. CONTACT US | |||
| 31 Mar 2020 | Sara Dietschy (Tech YouTuber & Content Creator) | 01:30:59 | |
New York based creative, Sara Dietschy, broke on to the YouTube scene in 2016 as she produced a daily vlog and never looked back. Being a highly respected YouTuber herself, she has collaborated with large names in the space such as iJustine, Gary Vaynerchuck, MKBHD and countless others. While many of her videos focus on tech gear, she continues to follow creative pursuits outside of the genre that she is most known for. In this episode we discuss her balance between passion projects and commercial work, her fellow YouTuber & professional skateboarder fiance, John Hill, and her journey from an engineering student to one of YouTube's most recognizable personalities. CONTACT US | |||
| 07 Apr 2020 | DunnaDidIt (YouTuber & Music Producer) | 01:00:17 | |
Dunna comes from a musical background and currently works full time as a music producer. To expand his creative pursuits, he began vlogging and realized his passion for camera gear, since then he has progressed to become a destination for all things camera related. From reviews to tutorials, Dunna has developed a 90k+ YouTube audience who expects unique viewpoints on the camera industry. CONTACT US | |||
| 14 Apr 2020 | Matti Haapoja (Cinematographer & YouTuber) | 01:02:08 | |
Matti Haapoja has become synonymous with YouTube in the camera industry. By using different stories and approaches, Matti shares his knowledge of cinematography and camera gear with the world in a way that has grown his audience to over 850K subscribers. His skillset extends into the world of film where he has produced several projects and continues to work on documentaries to this day. CONTACT US | |||
| 21 Apr 2020 | Caleb Pike (DSLR Video Shooter) | 01:07:48 | |
Caleb is what you would call a legend in the YouTube content space. He has been producing videos about camera gear, filming techniques and production tips for 10 years! You may know him by DSLR Video Shooter on YouTube and have likely seen his videos while learning content production skills. In this episode we talk about his longevity on YouTube, who he sees as his peers in the creative space and what he looks to work on next. CONTACT US | |||