The Photography Pubcast | S05 E13 | Ask Us Anything - Part Two

Welcome back to The Photography Pubcast, Season 6 Episode 6 — our relaxed mid-week chat where the photo talk winds down and the banter ramps up! This week Gary, Daz, Sam and Adam catch up after a few weeks apart, with stories from the Rockies, new camper builds, and home makeovers gone glacially slow. We revisit the legend of the Vomit Chair, hear about downsizing, and discover what happened to Daz’s “Pub Chair” (RIP).Then things take a deep turn: the gang debates AI’s future, van life, and what jobs and technology might disappear in the next 10–20 years — from call centres and web designers to cash and repair shops. We talk about AI manipulation, fake videos, and whether humanity will lose touch with what’s real.Finally, nostalgia takes over — games from our childhood that kids today wouldn’t understand: taping songs off the radio, playing Conkers, Rescue 123, British Bulldog, and making “motorbikes” with playing cards on bike spokes.If you love photography banter, AI debates, retro nostalgia, van life chat, and a few laughs, this one’s for you.

Welcome to The Photography Pubcast (Season 6, Episode 5). This week Gary, Daz, Sam and Adam dive into patience in photography—how long to wait for the perfect light, from 3–4 hours on a Lake District fell to entire days with no keeper. We compare landscape vs street photography (reactive vs deliberate), talk wave photography addiction, wildlife hides, and practical fieldcraft. We also read your Facebook comments, share an image critique, and announce details of our ongoing photo competition (low entries = higher chance to win!)Then it kicks off: the panel debate Adobe subscriptions, Lightroom & Photoshop value, AI credits, and real-world alternatives like DxO PhotoLab and the “buy once, upgrade later” model. If you’ve searched for best Lightroom alternative 2025, Photoshop vs DxO, how long to wait for landscape light, or wide-angle vs intimate landscapes, this episode is for you.Subscribe, drop your questions in the Facebook group, and enter the competition—prizes incoming!

SEND YOUR COMPETITION ENTRIES TO [email protected] Gary's RAW file for editing here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C9jy5U1JSrbHDiZxxnaWxmhoKHGwVjIo/view?usp=drive_link and you can send your edits to [email protected] 6 Ep.3 is a gear-and-critique special! The Pubcast crew (Gary, Daz, Dave “DG”, Sam…and a late cameo from Stu) share the lenses we actually love and use—from telephotos to tiny primes—and debate when wide-angle really works in landscape photography.We kick off with a big announcement: our 2024 Photography Pubcast Competition now has three categories (Landscape, Wildlife, Other) and three entries per person. We’ll shortlist, you’ll vote for the overall winner on YouTube/Facebook—bragging rights guaranteed.Gear chat highlights:Sony 100–400mm: Daz’s do-everything wildlife/walkabout long lensOlympus/OM System 8–25mm PRO & Leica 15mm f/1.7 (Micro Four Thirds): Dave’s landscape workhorsesCanon EF 70–200mm f/4 (non-IS): Sam’s bargain favorite (adapter + IBIS = sharp!)Vintage Canon FD 50mm f/1.4: Gary’s character glass for street/interiorsNikon Z 24–200mm: Stu’s “bad-weather savior” zoomPlus: 14mm ultra-wides for aurora & interiors and why some of us still struggle with 16–35mm in the woods.Then it’s live image critique:• Dave’s misty Llanberis/Pen-y-Pass sunrise (that little tree!)• Gary’s Stanage Edge light—WB, shadows & crops discussed• Daz’s sun-kissed fell scene—contrast, vignette and lakeshore tones• Sam’s B&W inversion and a mirror-calm reflection… plus his woodland wide-angle that made the NLPA book.If you’re into landscape composition tips, lens recommendations, wide vs telephoto decisions, reflections, seascapes, woodland scenes, and honest peer critique, this episode’s for you.

Season 6 continues with our mid-week banter episode of The Photography Pubcast—zero pixel-peeping, maximum stories. Dave drops a wild US road-trip saga (hello high-altitude cerebral edema, wheelchairs, and sheer grit), including the hot take: “Yellowstone is an abomination.” Jamie unveils his retirement side quest: metal detecting in Roman-rich Peterborough (coins, brooches, even a medieval gold ring). Daz reveals a big house move after 21 years (and a monster fence build), while Sam returns to guitar and AI stem-splitting to revive old band demos—Beatles-style workflows without the studio bill. Gary quits cricket, angles for golf, and somehow leads us into the great sock–shoe order debate.We also clash (politely) on phones in schools, doom-scrolling, and the future of newspapers and photography magazines in a streaming world. This is the second half of our new two-episode format: photography chat on Sundays, banter on Wednesdays—so tell us what you prefer.Jump in the comments:• Sock order—right-left or left-right? Sock–sock or sock–shoe?• Should phones be banned in schools?• Do you still buy print newspapers/magazines?• Metal detecting crew: your best Roman/medieval finds?If you enjoy photography podcasts, landscape chat, UK creatives, metal detecting, AI music, and real-world fieldcraft, smash Subscribe and ring the bell.

Season 6 kicks off with a brand-new format: two episodes a week — one pure photography chat and one for the banter. In this photography-only episode, Gary, Jamie, Daz, Sam and Dave dive into autumn colour forecasts (mast year for acorns, conkers and berries), how storms shift woodland photography timing, and whether the UK peak is late October to early November. We debate Iceland’s new drone restrictions at iconic waterfalls, National Trust policies, drone etiquette, and when aerial footage elevates a YouTube vlog versus becomes noise. Dave shares dramatic frames from a US road trip (Snake River, Colorado canyons, Tetons) and a real-life cliffhanger; Sam reveals a misty river scene where sleeping in beat sunrise; Gary brings Durdle Door, Broadway Tower, and moody interiors; Daz sparks a thoughtful critique on subject vs. colour in woodlands. We also react to Kase launching an 85mm f/1.4 portrait lens — smart competition or tough sell?If you’re into landscape photography, woodland colours, drone videography, gear talk, and real-world fieldcraft, this is your episode.

Welcome to the final episode of Season 5 of The Photography Pubcast, your favourite photography chat show where we dive deep into all things photography, creativity, and community. In this episode, titled "Summer Plans, Pubcast Prophecies and DJI Cameras?", we discuss our summer photography plans, upcoming photo shoots, and predictions for what might shake up the photography world during the summer break.We chat about photographic inspiration during summer, what gear we'll be using, and explore whether DJI could surprise us with a new camera release. Stu gives his bold prediction about DJI entering the mirrorless camera space—will he be right?As always, we bring you casual, fun, and honest conversation about photography, gear, creativity, content creation, and the ever-changing photography industry. If you're a street photographer, landscape shooter, gear lover, or just enjoy photography banter, you won’t want to miss this one!Thanks to everyone who’s supported the Photography Pubcast this season. We’ll be back after summer with more photography insights, laughs, and hot takes.🔔 Subscribe now and join the conversation!🎧 Available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.

Gary's GoFund Me: https://gofund.me/0e65d5b6Welcome to The Photography Pubcast! In this episode, we dive into the power of the photography community, sharing Gary's story of photographers coming together to support each other. We also discuss our experiences at The Photography Show at the ExCeL in London, covering the latest photography gear, trends, and industry insights.As summer approaches, we explore the best summer photography options, from landscape and street photography to capturing golden hour magic. Plus, we debate whether summer is the best time for outdoor photography or if other seasons offer more creative opportunities.And, of course, it wouldn’t be The Pubcast without some fun—our meal of the week segment makes a return!If you love photography discussions, gear talk, and a good laugh, this episode is for you! Let us know in the comments: What’s your go-to summer photography project? Did you attend The Photography Show 2024?Like, comment, and subscribe for more photography debates, advice, and industry news!

Welcome to The Photography Pubcast, where we tackle photography debates, share personal stories, and answer YOUR questions! In this special Ask Us Anything episode, we dive into a mix of photography and personal topics, including:📷 Our 'go to' focal length if we had to choose🔥 How we'd like to be remembered😱 Terrifying photography moments 🏫 Where would we go for a month's photography🌟 Our best moments in photographyThis episode is packed with photography chat, personal insights, and plenty of laughs as we reflect on our journeys, challenges, and unexpected moments. Whether you're a professional photographer, hobbyist, or just love photography discussions, this is a fun and engaging episode you won’t want to miss!Join the conversation in the comments—what’s YOUR best moment in photography? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of The Photography Pubcast!

Welcome to The Photography Pubcast, where we tackle photography debates, share personal stories, and answer YOUR questions! In this special Ask Us Anything episode, we dive into a mix of photography and personal topics, including:📷 Have we achieved everything we want in photography?🔥 Why is Stu the hardest among us?😱 Our biggest photographic disasters!🏫 What were we like at school?🌟 Our claims to fame & fantasy dinner guests!This episode is packed with photography chat, personal insights, and plenty of laughs as we reflect on our journeys, challenges, and unexpected moments. Whether you're a professional photographer, hobbyist, or just love photography discussions, this is a fun and engaging episode you won’t want to miss!Join the conversation in the comments—what’s YOUR biggest photographic disaster? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of The Photography Pubcast!

Don't forget to get your questions in for next week's 'Ask Us Anything!' episode!! Welcome to The Photography Pubcast, where we dive into real photography discussions without the fluff! In this episode, we explore the world of printing your images, the pros and cons of using print labs, and whether every photographer should print their work. We also discuss YouTube fatigue—is the pressure to constantly create videos harming photographers' creativity? Another hot topic: the growing trend of calling workshops “retreats.” Is this just clever marketing, or does it change the experience? One of us is seriously not a fan! If you’re passionate about photography, printing, YouTube, or workshops, this discussion is for you. Whether you’re considering printing your work, struggling with content creation burnout, or debating the value of workshops vs. retreats, we’ve got insights, opinions, and a few laughs along the way!