The PHYS Podcast

Amy Horowitz is a New York City–based street photographer whose work transforms everyday public spaces into powerful, human stories. Any Studied at the International Center of Photography (ICP), Amy has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary street and documentary photography, with her work exhibited and awarded internationally across major photography festivals and instituti...

What makes a portrait truly memorable? Is it the fame of the person in front of the camera—or the honesty revealed in the moment? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Los Angeles-based photographer and former cinematographer Dennys Ilic, a world-class portrait artist whose work bridges Hollywood, cinema, and deeply human storytelling. Before becoming one of the most sought-after...

What does it take to keep showing up for your creative work year after year? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with photographer, videographer, and YouTuber Brandon Talbot, a creator who has spent years openly sharing his photography journey while, as he likes to say, making "incredibly adequate videos for the internet." Before photography became a central part of his li...

What happens when photography becomes part of the healing process? On this episode of The PHYS Podcast, I sit down with Bryanna Bradley, a Tofino-based surf and outdoor photographer whose work captures the raw beauty, emotion, and human connection found both in and out of the water. Professionally trained as a photojournalist, Bryanna has built a career rooted in documentary storytelling while evo...

What does it mean to photograph people and places with care? JuanCarlos Gonzalez is a Puerto Rican photojournalist and visual storyteller whose work is rooted in authenticity, human connection, and a deep sense of place. Based in Plymouth, Vermont, his work across portraiture, documentary photography, events, and landscapes, creating images that bridge cultures, celebrate resilience, and honor the...

What happens when you stop chasing photographs and start paying attention to the moments unfolding right in front of you? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I welcome back Raheem Nelson for a conversation about creativity, patience, and the ongoing process of developing a photographic voice. Since his first appearance on the podcast, Raheem has continued to evolve as a photographer by focusin...

What if growth as a photographer has less to do with making better images and more to do with learning how to see? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I welcome back Jonathan Pitts-Wiley for a thoughtful conversation about creative growth, long-term commitment, and the quiet discipline required to build meaningful work over time. Since his first appearance on the podcast, Jonathan has continue...

What does it take to create meaningful work in a world constantly demanding attention? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I welcome back photographer Larry Everage for a conversation about growth, authenticity, and the responsibility that comes with documenting culture. Since his first appearance on the podcast, Larry has continued to build a body of work rooted in patience, trust, and long-t...

What happens when you stop chasing photographs and start paying attention to the process itself? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I welcome back photographer Michael Taylor for a thoughtful conversation about creativity, patience, and the evolution that happens when you commit to the work for the long haul. Since his first appearance on the podcast, Michael has continued to refine not only...

What happens when you stop searching for photographs somewhere else and begin paying closer attention to where you already are? I welcome back photographer Ben Tobin for a deeper conversation about place, presence, and the power of long-term storytelling. Based in Spokane, Washington, Ben has continued to develop a body of work rooted in community, documenting the people, neighborhoods, and everyd...

What can a forgotten town, an empty road, or a quiet landscape reveal about who we are? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with documentary and landscape photographer Kyle McDougall, whose work explores the intersections of place, history, memory, and time. Originally from Ontario, Canada and now based in the United Kingdom, Kyle has built a reputation for thoughtful, long-form pho...

What happens when you're equally comfortable behind the camera and in front of it? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Rachael Galipo, a photographer, model, and director whose work is fueled by curiosity, adventure, and genuine human connection. Rachael has built a creative career by embracing multiple perspectives. Whether she's photographing athletes in remote landsc...

What happens when photography and writing come together to tell a story neither medium could tell alone? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Danielle L. Goldstein and Caroline Goldstein, two creatives whose collaboration beautifully bridges photography and storytelling. Based in New York City, Danielle L. Goldstein is a photographer whose work has been exhibited in galleries ar...

What happens when you stop photographing a culture from the outside and become part of it? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Joe Wakefield, an award-winning mountain bike and events photographer based in Squamish, British Columbia, whose work has become synonymous with the energy, creativity, and community that define mountain biking in the Sea to Sky corridor. Originally fro...

What makes a photograph feel alive? For Mirae Campbell, it's not just about the action, the location, or even the light. It's about connection. On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with adventure and action sports photographer Mirae Campbell, a visual storyteller whose work captures the authentic moments that often happen between the headlines, between the tricks, and between...

What does it mean to photograph a place you truly belong to? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Ryne Hancock, a New Orleans-based photographer, DJ at WTUL, and visual storyteller whose work is deeply rooted in community, culture, and presence. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Ryne found his way to New Orleans and discovered a city whose rhythm, traditions, and people would...

What happens when life presents obstacles most people would see as impossible? For Brett Devloo, known to many as "TBK – The Blind Kid," the answer has never been to stop. It's been to keep moving forward. On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Brett Devloo and Hippie Mike for a powerful conversation about resilience, skateboarding, creativity, community, and the peo...

What makes a photograph truly unforgettable? Is it the light? The composition? The moment? Or is it the connection between the photographer and the person standing in front of the camera? Christopher “Morty” Mortenson, an editorial and commercial photographer based in Long Beach, California, whose work is built on authenticity, curiosity, and human connection. Morty's journey began in the rura...

What if the secret to great photography isn't being in the right place, but learning how to see? I sit down with Steve Bueckert, a travel and landscape photographer whose work is driven by a relentless pursuit of natural light and the stories it reveals. From vibrant city streets to remote landscapes far from civilization, Steve has built a body of work that celebrates the extraordinary beauty...

What happens when a camera becomes more than a tool and turns into a lifeline? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Ryan Faer, a strength and conditioning coach, photographer, and storyteller whose journey demonstrates the transformative power of creativity. Like many artists, Ryan's path to photography wasn't born from a desire to become a photographer. It emerged from...

What does it take to swim into some of the most dangerous waves on Earth with a camera in hand? Christa "C Funk" Funk, one of the world's most respected water photographers and a familiar presence in the lineup at the legendary Banzai Pipeline on Oahu's North Shore. Known for her breathtaking images captured from deep inside the action, Christa has built a reputation for document...

What if the most important photograph isn't the big moment everyone remembers—but the one that happens just before or after? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with an award-winning action sports and lifestyle photographer whose life revolves around movement, adventure, and storytelling. Ski. Bike. Climb. Run. Rinse. Repeat. That rhythm has become both a lifestyle and a creativ...

What happens when photography becomes a tool for connection, representation, and change? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Cheriss May, an award-winning portrait and editorial photographer based in Washington, D.C., whose work is rooted in authenticity, empathy, and the power of human connection Known for her extraordinary ability to build trust with her subjects, Cheriss cre...

What does it take to swim into freezing water, risk your camera, and chase waves in the middle of a storm? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Marcus Paladino, one of Canada's premier surf photographers and a visual storyteller whose work captures the raw power of the Pacific Ocean and the culture that thrives along its rugged coastline. Based in Tofino, British Columbia, M...

What transforms a photograph from something we see into something we feel? On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Brynne Mower, an outdoor and action sports photographer whose work is driven by emotion, movement, and the pursuit of meaningful visual storytelling. A 2023 Red Bull Illume Semi-Finalist, Brynne has quickly established herself as one of the most exciting emerging voice...