Film Photography Podcast

Film Photography Podcast

Author: Michael Raso Language: English Episodes: 373
There's a particular sound a film advance lever makes, a specific weight to a vintage camera in your hands, that many thought was lost to the digital age. Film Photography Podcast, guided by Michael Raso, exists because that tactile, deliberate way of seeing the world is very much alive. This isn't a technical manual, though you'll certainly pick up practical tips; it's more like a regular gathering in a friendly darkroom. Conversations here delve into the entire experience-from the hunt for forgotten cameras at flea markets and the alchemy of developing your own rolls, to the stories behind a single, perfect frame captured on emulsion. You'll hear from photographers who never left the medium and newcomers just discovering its unique challenges and rewards. Each episode of this podcast feels like a shared exploration, celebrating the mistakes, the surprises, and the sheer joy of creating something tangible. Whether you're dusting off an old family relic or are deeply invested in the contemporary film scene, the discussions foster a genuine sense of community around these analog arts. It’s about the craft, the history, and the ongoing conversation between the photographer, the tool, and the physical photograph itself.
Episodes
Episode 3 - December 15, 2009 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:38
Topics include: Film formats, Shanghai Seagull (and entry level 120), Lens Baby, Kodak Kodachrome. Additionally, hosts Michael Raso and Duane Polcou attend the New York pdnPHOTOPLUS EXPO and conduct interviews with Eastm…
Episode 2 - November 15, 2009 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:08
Topics include: Shooting Kodachrome, the obsolescence of digital cameras, film – digital workflow comparison, archival properties of film, caffenol developing and more. Hosted by Michael Raso and Duane Polcou.
Episode 1 - October 15, 2009 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:25
Michael Raso, Duane Polcou, and John Fedele launch the Film Photography Podcast with a free-flowing discussion on why film still matters, favorite cameras and film stocks, and how analog photography continues to inspire…