1 MAY 2024 · Shannah Laumeister Stern is an actress, director and curator/manager of her late husband Bert Stern’s Trust. Starting in the 1950’s, Bert was a groundbreaking commercial photographer who is often credited with completely changing the way in which photography was used in advertising. Simultaneously, his photography of actors and entertainers became the stuff of legend collaborating with a wide range of performers such as Sophia Loren, Barbara Streisand, Elizabeth Taylor and many more. He may be most associated with the over 2,400 images he made with Marilyn Monroe just three weeks before her passing. Shannah shares insights about their mentor and muse relationship over decades as well as the documentary “Bert Stern: Original Mad Man” she wrote and directed about him.

15 APR 2024 · Jean Fruth is a Northern California based sports photographer, author and co-founder of the non-profit Grassroots Baseball who has specialized in visual storytelling across the United States and the World. Grassroots Baseball promotes the sport with the goal of growing interest and participation in the game at the youngest levels. Jean's books, Grassroots Baseball: Where Legends Begin and Grassroots Baseball: Route 66, are complete with terrific photography and backstories of the images. She has been recognized by camera manufacturer Sony as an Artisan of Imagery. Jean's work has been featured in such prestigious institutions as The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, the Smithsonian and the Baseball Hall of Fame. Her work can be viewed online at JeanFruthImages.com.

1 APR 2024 · Join South African wildlife photographer Marlon du Toit as he and podcast host Mitch Stringer discuss his early years in photography and how he has evolved into a leading photo safari leader with his company Tanda Afrika. Marlon has become well known in the US following an appearance on The Jimmy Fallon show and has hosted celebrities on African safari such as Marth Stewart and others. For anyone interested in wildlife and travel photography this episode cannot be missed.

15 MAR 2024 · Michael Zagaris, or "Z Man" as he is often referred to, has led an incredible career as a photographer starting in the 1960's within the San Francisco Bay area. His books "Total Excess" and "Field of Play" showcase his remarkable photography skills in music and NFL football respectively. From the 60's when he worked with acts such as The Who, Eric Capton and The Grateful Dead to those in years since such as The Clash, Blondie, Tom Petty and many more, his unique style is present. For almost four decades he has been the official team photographer for both the Oakland A's baseball and San Francisco 49ers football teams. The sheer breadth and depth of Michael's work is beautiful and inspiring. One of the most colorful, unfiltered artists working, he and podcast host Mitch Stringer discuss his beginnings, work style and many stories from his iconic career. Disclaimer: This podcast contains explicit language and mature content. The views and opinions expressed by the host and guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of MPA. Parental guidance is recommended for younger audiences.

1 MAR 2024 · Burke Seim is the owner of Service Photo based in Baltimore, Maryland. He and podcast host Mitch Stringer discuss Burke's start in the camera business and how the retail industry has changed as technology has evolved along with our buying habits. Being the only camera store in the entire state, Service Photo remains a beacon in the local photographic community and the conversation sheds light on how the photographic landscape has changed over the last three decades.

15 FEB 2024 · Baltimore Orioles team photographer Todd Olszewski talks with podcast host Mitch Stringer about his role with the team and providing images for sales, marketing and social media. Over the years, team photography has evolved from making stills for promotions to time sensitive photos and video in real-time for the team's social media platforms. Todd discusses his origins as a photographer and the skills and processes he uses each game to achieve consistently excellent work.

1 FEB 2024 · Rob Carr is the Director of Sport Content Americas for Getty Images. His decades long photography career began following his graduation from Eastern Kentucky University and has taken him worldwide to create storytelling sports images of the Olympics, baseball World Series and many premier events. In this episode, Rob shares his field experiences, shooting strategies and perspectives with Mitch.

15 JAN 2024 · Associated Press photographer and Pulitzer Prize winner Julio Cortez sits down with podcast host Mitch Stringer to discuss his journey to the United States from Mexico as a child and how he evolved into one of the most talented editorial photographers working today. View Julio’s work online at JulioCortez.com and on Instagram at @julythephotoguy.

1 JAN 2024 · Nationally syndicated disc jockey, photographer and author Lou Brutus shares stories of his career and experiences photographing Rock and Roll concerts backstage and in the photo pits across a decades long career. Lou and podcast host Mitch Stringer discuss how Lou’s photographic career began and how the relationships he’s built with musicians and tour staff have afforded him all access to create compelling images of bands such as The Rolling Stones, Metallica, Slipknot and more. Lou also discusses his passion for astrophotography in this not to be missed episode. Lou’s work can be seen online at LouBrutus.com and on Instagram @loubrutus.

15 DEC 2023 · Boudoir photographer Marco Ibanez and podcast host Mitch Stringer discuss key elements of working in this photographic specialty. Marco expands on the essentials of building trust and collaboration with his photo subjects to create compelling images that show people at their very best. See Marco’s exceptional work on the web at marcoibanezphotography.com and on Instagram @marcoibanezphoto.