The Story Lens

AI can write. We've all seen it. It can draft emails, knock out blog posts, and even produce an entire book in a few minutes. Which sounds impressive...until you actually read it. That was one of the most interesting parts of our chat with ghostwriter  Ginny Carter  on  The Story Lens Podcast . Ginny has written more than 25 books for entrepreneurs, founders and business leaders. So if anyone has...

The tricky part, commercially, with AI is all in licensing. I think, fortunately, at the moment, whilst it's difficult to license or litigate, it's important to get that bit right for clients; then we can still work with it rather than it doing our jobs. I think when we get to a point, if we get to a point where it can all be licensed, or clients don't care and they'll just use it anyway, that's p...

"I've noticed many more people saying, "Tim, is that real?" I didn't get that when I photographed it, say 10 years earlier. Because it wasn't even a consideration. So we've got a situation where the real is being doubted. It's not just the synthetic. And that, as a consequence." Tim Flach talking about animals, authenticity, storytelling and empathy with Haydon Perrior. Tim Flach https://timflach....

"... Sunday Times or the Guardian.. I don't think they can go anywhere near AI because once they start to, if they ever get caught using an image that is fake, that's their whole business model is blown wide open… the trust will disappear, won't it?" David Vintiner's story at Michael Leckie, The Story Lens mic. David Vintiner https://davidvintiner.com/ Michael Leckie https://www.michaelleckie.co.u...

"I think we’re all still learning with AI, but I feel positive about it. Some brands are experimenting with it, then coming back to more authentic, human-made content. Real photography still has something tangible and genuine that AI can’t replicate." New episode with Chris Day from Kintzing Licensing and Haydon Perrior. Chris Day https://www.instagram.com/christopheday/ Kintzing https://archive.k...

“There will be a point at which you'll look at two photos, a photo which you or I have taken and a photo which has been created on AI, that on looking at can generate an emotional reaction but the backstory of one will be rich and there'll be more to talk about, we'll be able to chat about it for long time and understand more and I think that's what matters, the other one will just remain a pictur...

"I couldn't have written these stories back then when I was younger, in my 30s. I hadn't lived enough. I hadn't suffered heartbreak. I hadn't lost anyone close to me. hadn't, you know, I didn't have friends that felt ill." Author Jo Lyons tells The Story Lens how she uses life experience in every book! Joanna Lyons https://jolyonsauthor.com/ Michael Leckie https://www.michaelleckie.co.uk/ The Stor...

Michael Leckie talks with artist Heath Kane about art, identity, and creativity in today’s world of AI. Heath discusses the inspiration for his bold, thought-provoking work, touching on topics like branding, wealth, politics, and authenticity, and explains why imagination is still so important. Heath Kane https://www.heathkane.co.uk/ Michael Leckie https://www.michaelleckie.co.uk/ The Story Lens h...

Matt Gentleman is still finding joy in his greatest hits and rightly so - he discusses this, his passion for film and the need to protect human creativity. Matt Gentleman https://www.mattgentleman.com/work Michael Leckie https://www.michaelleckie.co.uk/ The Story Lens https://thestorylens.co.uk/

From Apprentice to Sorcerer Ben Taylor joins The Story Lens Podcast to talk editing and film production, as well as his apprenticeship at Weber Shandwick, to Head of Production at BCW, and now creating his own production company. Ben Taylor https://www.tailoredstudios.media/ Michael Leckie https://www.michaelleckie.co.uk/ The Story Lens https://thestorylens.co.uk/

“I need art to be human beings trying to express something to other human beings. If there's not a human behind this, it leaves me cold.” We welcome Klaus Silbernauer, digital guru and user journey expert, to the podcast to chat althings AI, the future of tech and what's next for creativity. Klaus Silbernauer - Aetheon https://aetheon.consulting/ Michael Leckie https://www.michaelleckie.co.uk/ The...

What matters most to Matthew Joseph are people and their stories. He has travelled the world working for the world's biggest brands, but his obsession with light started when he was 12, chasing Norfolk sunsets on his bike, his first film camera on his back. "Maybe I was just trying to escape life with five sisters, but the camera (and the bike) stuck. So did the curiosity about people, places and...

Verity FitzGerald experienced visual storytelling from an early age, as there was always a camera in the house. Working in both Africa and Europe, Verity now brings people and product together through authentic, real photography, with a particular passion for compelling portraiture. Welcome to The Story Lens Talks! Verity FitzGerald https://verityfitzgerald.com/ Michael Leckie https://www.michaell...

Our next podcast is with the lovely Gordon Mills, who really does know the business of photography.  Currently about to complete 7 years at FujiFilm, he has also worked at the Barbican, The Tate, as well as holding the important role of Head of Photography at Pride in London. In fact, he has even run his own photography business. This guy lives, works and dreams of photography! Michael Leckie gets...

It is our greatest pleasure to have Isabelle Doran join us on the TSL Podcast. Isabelle has worked in the creative sector for over 20 years and is currently the CEO of The Association of Photographers. She is passionate about photography, the creative industries, and the importance of IP & copyright, and focuses on policy & public affairs on behalf of the image industry. She is a brilliant...

"From war zones to politics to portraits of those who hate being in front of the camera... Photography has taken me around the world, introduced me to extraordinary people and given me a life full of stories worth telling." Tom Barnes talks to the TSL Podcast about his early life photographing rock and rollers, how freelancing made him an inch shorter and the art of not saying no! Tom Barnes www.t...

Haydon Perrior sits down with Guan Hin Tay, award-winning creative leader, Singaporean visionary, and author of Collide , a fierce advocate for imperfect, human-driven creativity, here to unpack why tension is the true engine of originality. Guan Hin Tay www.tayguanhin.com instagram.com/guan_and_only Haydon Perrior www.haydonperrior.com instagram.com/haydonperrior www.thestorylens.co.uk instagram....

Jodie Mann: a visual alchemist turning Highland myths, fashion dreams, and raw emotion into strikingly human images.

What happens when you grow up in a bubble, fall into photography by accident, and end up shooting around the world? We get into it with Toby Mitchell, whose creative path is anything but typical, but entirely human. Toby Mitchell www.tobymitchellcreative.com instagram.com/_tobymitchell Haydon Perrior www.haydonperrior.com instagram.com/haydonperrior www.thestorylens.co.uk instagram.com/the_real_st...

From the Calais refugee camp to commercial success: meet Haydon Perrior, the 27-year-old photographer + director who dodged office jobs and captured the world instead. Haydon Perrior www.haydonperrior.com instagram.com/haydonperrior Michael Leckie www.michaelleckie.co.uk instagram.com/michaelleckie www.thestorylens.co.uk instagram.com/the_real_story_lens

The podcast episode features discussions on real brand storytelling, authenticity, and trust. It introduces new voices, Haydon Perrior and Michael Leckie, explores the importance of trust in storytelling, and delves into the challenges and rewards of balancing safety and risk in creative work.

Teresa Freitas is a Portuguese photographer and colourist mixing the genres of street, documentary and fine art. An active seeker and student of colour, she shares this knowledge through online courses and workshops that engage on how colour can be used in street photography. She works together with brands such as Porsche, Netflix, Issey Miyake and Pantone.

Svenja is a fashion and beauty photographer based in Berlin. Her visual language is a blend of conceptual minimalism and cinematic storytelling. Svenja is fascinated by linear architecture, juxtaposing organic imagery and this apposition is a foundational element of her unique photography.

Originally from Belfast, Michael has been working as a commercial portrait and lifestyle photographer in the UK for over decade now. Covering celebrity and lifestyle for various brands and publications, his relaxed demeanour has seen Michael become a fixture within the industry. Always up for a challenge Michael believes in a collaborative process while on shoots. https://www.michaelleckie.co.uk/

Today we chat to Jacqueline Haeberle - founder and owner of a creative design agency that has a focus on apparel design, innovation, strategy, Grfx www.multiple-identities.com