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Nick Church and Steve Vaughan host The Photography Pod, a show for both working professional photographers and enthusiast snappers. Nick and Steve are professional photographers and educators based in the UK, and welcome you to the world of photography. The show features guest interviews with photographers from all genres of photography as well as technical and gear discussions. Nick and Steve both use Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras and lenses. Don't forget to check out the show as well on YouTube, @thephotographypod

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April 19, 2026Episode 4256 min

Hannah Young: Travel and Street Photographer and YouTuber

Steve and Nick are joined for this episode by photographer and YouTuber Hannah Young. Hannah talks about her journey into photography, from landscapes to travel and street photography. She describes her equipment choices, how she makes her YouTube videos, and what would her dream photography trip. Steve and Nick speculate on the rumours of a 67MB Sony A7R6 and the soon to be released DJI Osmo Pocket 4. Hannah Young :Website : https://www.hannahyoung.co.uk/YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@HannahYoungPhotographyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyimagesSupport the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

March 30, 2026Episode 4152 min

Stop Chasing The Perfect Histogram

One 30-second Instagram Reel sparks a full-blown photography debate, and it starts with a phrase designed to annoy the internet: “Da Vinci Got It Wrong.” We break down why the “perfect bell-shaped histogram” advice is so sticky, why it’s often wrong, and what the histogram is actually good for when you’re trying to nail exposure. We talk dynamic range, highlight clipping you can’t recover, why crushed blacks are sometimes fine, and how bracketing and blending in Lightroom can solve scenes your camera simply can’t hold. If you’ve ever searched “how to read a histogram” and still felt unsure, this will make it click.Then we’re joined by Matt Hodgkin, a half-Brazilian, half-English photographer who spent years shooting stills on film sets and in theatres before stepping into UX product design and eventually committing fully back to photography. Matt shares what pulls him toward wedding photography, how he thinks about the balance of creativity and business, and what mentorship and accountability change when you’re building a wedding photography brand from scratch.Matt also tells the story of shooting a three-day wedding in Brazil as both family and an additional photographer alongside the hired team. We dig into kit choices for travel, how to stay respectful without shrinking yourself, and why client experience matters as much as the photos. We even detour into Singapore’s Leica gallery and Betty Goh’s powerful work, plus a ChatGPT experiment that proves a big point: presets aren’t a substitute for light, timing, and intention.If this helped, subscribe, share the episode with a photographer friend, and leave us a review on Apple or Spotify.Matt Hodgkin on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hodgkin_studio/Betty Goh on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/betty_goh_photography/Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

March 7, 2026Episode 4055 min

10 KILLER Photography questions!

We asked ChatGPT for 10 controversial photography questions - we got some suprising results! Nick and Steve debate some interesting and thought provoking topics around street photography, weddings, analogue photography and sharpness in lenses. Resources:Nick Church Creative Academy - https://nickchurchcreativeacademy.com/Fujifilm Instax Camera - https://instax.com/mini_evo_cinema/en/Joel Merowitz Exhibition - https://www.joelmeyerowitz.com/new-eventsPeter Dench Photography - https://peterdench.com/The Photography Show - https://thephotographyshow.com/Digital Camera Magazine - https://digitalcameramagazine.com/Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

February 20, 2026Episode 3954 min

Will Content Creators replace Photographers?

Content creators are becoming more common at weddings, but will they replace photographers and videographers? And has camera technology plateaued - can they get any better? And, if you are thinking of turning pro, have you considered all the fixed costs you will have - can you afford to do it? Nick is moving house, but can he take his studio with him? And where is Steve off to next in his world training tour!Resources:Sony Alpha Cameras - https://www.sony.com/electronics/interchangeable-lens-camerasFujifilm X-Pro4 (Upcoming) - https://fujifilm.com/products/cameras/x-pro4Studio Ninja - https://studioninja.co/Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

January 29, 2026Episode 3851 min

What would be our DREAM photography gig?

If Nick and Steve could have any photography trip or job, paid or unpaid, what would we each choose? Nick is spying on people coming to buy his house, whilst Steve is packing his bags for lots of business travel over the next few weeks, starting in Dallas. Nick live streams a town hall for thousands of financial advisers, and what kit should Steve take for his trips for when he has a little spare time to walk around. And should Nick buy a Fujifilm GFX100RF?Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

January 19, 2026Episode 3742 min

Julian Elliott - Award winning freelance travel and landscape photographer

In this first show of 2026, Steve Vaughan and Nick Church discuss various aspects of photography and travel with guest Julian Elliott, a professional travel and landscape photographer. They explore personal updates, photography journeys, equipment choices, travel experiences, safety considerations, cultural insights, and the intricacies of planning photography tours. Julian shares his passion for connecting with local cultures and the rewarding experiences that come from his work. The discussion highlights the challenges and joys of being a photographer in diverse environments, emphasizing the importance of safety and cultural respect.Julian Elliott Website : https://www.julianelliottphotography.com/Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

December 21, 2025Episode 3640 min

Looking back on 2025 and plans for the New Year

For this last show of 2025, Steve and Nick look back on 2025 and their respective year of professional photography. They also pay tribute to Martin Parr, who passed away recently, with Steve sharing personal reflections including a much treasured photo Martin took of Steve's now late brother at the Black Country Living Museum. The guys also discuss their plans for 2026, before the obligatory Christmas Quiz. The Black Country Living Museum https://bclm.com/Martin Parr's photograph of Steve's Brother https://www.instagram.com/p/DRPq8LhEauk/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

December 6, 2025Episode 3551 min

Sony or Lumix for Gig Photography? Or Both!

With the Sony A75 now officially launched, Nick and Steve have a special guest in Luke Vaughan (no relation to Steve!), a professional rock and metal photographer who shoots Sony. The panel discuss the pros and cons of the new Sony camera, particularly versus the Lumix S1 II, which Luke now uses to deliver both widescreen and social media format video to his clients. Luke Vaughan Photography http://instagram.com/lukevaughanphotographySupport the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

November 21, 2025Episode 3431 min

Why Sony MUST make the A75 a winner!

In this episode of The Photography Pod, wedding photographers Steve Vaughan and Nick Church discuss the upcoming new Sony Alpha 7M5, scheduled for launch in early December. They discuss the pro's and con's of the rumoured specification, particularly for hybrid photo/video shooters. The guys also discuss their approach for shooting hybrid at weddings, including using the DJI Osmo Pocket 3.Luke Vaughan Photography https://www.lukevaughanphotography.com/Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...

November 2, 2025Episode 3356 min

How to Set your Pricing for your Photography Business

In this episode of the Photography Pod, hosts Steve Vaughan and Nick Church discuss various aspects of running a photography business, including pricing strategies, understanding costs, and the impact of VAT. They share insights on efficient culling techniques, camera settings, and the challenges of high ISO photography. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, continuous learning, and the value of photography beyond just monetary gain.Support the showThe Photography Pod is twice monthly photography podcast for both working professionals and enthusiast photographers. The host Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.Photography Pod Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/thephotographypod/Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images: https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academySteve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography...