415: Reflections on Eight Years of Podcasting

In this retrospective episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," hosts Matt Payne and Nic Stover dive into the podcast’s journey over the last eight years, celebrating landmark moments and lessons learned. Payne reflects on producing over 400 episodes and handling extensive content management, including panels on artificial intelligence and NFTs, which spurred fascinating and often polarizing discussions within the landscape photography community. The hosts emphasize the importance of maintaining fresh and diverse podcast content by featuring guest-recommended subjects and delving into broader photography genres like street and wedding photography. Payne also highlights the personal growth he's experienced through podcasting, including increased open-mindedness and the ability to balance professional and personal life effectively. Nic Stover underscores the podcast's community-building impact, such as the successful speaker series supporting nonprofit organizations. Both hosts share insights into podcast monetization challenges and strategies for enduring success, including Patreon support, which offers bonus episodes and early access. Celebrating over 1.5 million downloads, this episode focuses on the sustained passion for photography and podcasting, addressing Payne's struggles with imposter syndrome and audience contentment. Subscribe to the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast newsletter for exclusive updates, and use discount code "FSTOP" for 10% off upcoming nature photography courses through Nic's great platform. Resources Mentioned Nature Photography Classes (use the code FSTOP10 for 10% off) Matt's podcast newsletter Support the show AI Panel episode NFT Panel episode My article on IR Photography Cole Thompson's article on popularity Mary Jo Hoffman's episode Matt Beaty's episode Enter the Natural Landscape Photography Awards

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This photography podcast takes you well beyond camera gear each week with weekly interviews and panel discussions with professional photographers, industry insiders, enthusiasts, and hobbyists alike. Our candid but laid-back conversations deeply explore the craft of photography, and psychological drivers relating to creativity, motivation, inspiration, and workflow. We also discuss social media, photography business practices, marketing, sales, and hot topics impacting photographers from all genres, with a particular focus on landscape, nature, and wildlife photography. The show is hosted by Matt Payne, a professional full-time nature photographer and the co-founder of the internationally renowned photography competition, the Natural Landscape Photography Awards. Matt is also a mountaineer, climbing the highest 100 mountains in Colorado. Matt leverages skills he gained in pursuit of his Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology to dig deeply into the hearts and minds of his passionate guests, revealing secrets and inspiration in every episode.