Wisdom in the Tangents Photography Podcast

Hosted by John Mansfield

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Jun 2026

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Photography education that aren't the same old interviews. We chat life, running a business, serving our clients, and most of all being a good human. I want you to have the life you've dreamed of and there's usually some gold down the tangents we explore. John Mansfield hosts the podcast as it's recorded LIVE so you can join the conversation too.

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June 16, 202650 min

Heidi Thompson: More Marketing Doesn't Mean More Bookings | ep283

The more marketing we put out there, the more bookings you'll get , right? Not necessarily. Heidi Thompson joins the conversation today to show how having a more strategic marketing plan will lead you to more bookings than just getting your name out there as much as you can.----Sponsor of the show: Pic-Time delivery platformGet your first month free and start serving your clients gorgeous galleries and let Pic-Time guide them toward beautiful printed work. (and more $$ in your bank pocket)allheartphoto.com/pictime----Connect with Heidihttps://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/https://www.instagram.com/evolveyourweddingbusinessEvolve your Wedding Business podcast (https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/the-podcast)Clone Your Best Clients - Book (https://amzn.to/4vQn5HJ)----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

June 9, 202656 min

How Serving Can Replace Selling [from Passion with Purpose] | ep282

If you hate selling and feel icky when you talk about add-ons and upsales, this episode is definitely for you.When we stop trying to sell to our clients and reframe it to serve them with the best collection or offer for their needs, we connect more and our clients feel more cared about and taken care of.This conversation between me (John Mansfield) and Nathan Chanski originally happened on his podcast, Passion with Purpose. Definitely go subscribe to his show if you aren't already.Join the Patreon Community for Ask Aways, group coaching calls, teachings, and ad-free episodeshttps://patreon.com/wittpod----Connect with Nathannathanchanski.coinstagram.com/nathanchanskinathanchanski.co/podcast----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

May 26, 202640 min

Raising Prices, Hot Takes, and Inspiration | April Ask Away ep281

Should you raise your prices due to inflation? What are the trends I'm over with? Every month y'all ask questions and I answer then on something I like to call Ask Away. This is the Ask Away from April recorded live in the Patreon community.This month's Ask Away is Friday May 29th at 11am CST. Would love to see you there.Join the Patreon Community for Ask Aways, group coaching calls, teachings, and ad-free episodeshttps://patreon.com/wittpod----Mentioned in the showRodney Smith book(https://amzn.to/43xYIlY)instagram.com/_rodneysmithinstagram.com/andrewkeherinstagram.com/ferjuaristiCost of Doing Business Calculator(http://allheartphoto.com/codb)----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

May 19, 20261 hr 10 min

Staci Brucks: You Need to do Things that Scare You | ep280

Being an entrepreneur can be scary sometimes. Taking big risks, running an entire business yourself, and which trending audio to use for your tiktoks. All big things.My guest, Staci Brucks chats with me about how we can do things scared. Even when you feel the fear creeping in, still doing the thing.----Sponsor of the show: Imagen AIGet 1500 images edited for free when you try Imagen at https://imagenai.com/allheartphoto----Connect with Staciinstagram.com/stacibrucksphototiktok.com/@stacibrucksphotostacibrucksphoto.com----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

May 12, 202634 min

Photo Stealing AI Scandal | ep279

Buckle in for quite the story today. We're diving in to the Chicago AI photo stealing scandal of 2026. *allegedly*Stick around at the end for some tips on how to actually break into the high-end market ethically.----Mentioned in the showStopstealingphotos.comChicago Scandal ArticleThe Vendor Table - ep152----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

April 28, 202629 min

Answering Your Film Photography Questions | April Ask Away | ep278

Every month y'all ask questions and I answer then on something I like to call Ask Away. This is the Ask Away from March recorded live in the Patreon community.You asked a lot about film photography so I walk through some great starter cameras, some of my favorite film stocks, and where I buy it all.This month's Ask Away is Friday May 1st at 11am CST. Would love to see you there.Join the Patreon Community for Ask Aways, group coaching calls, teachings, and ad-free episodeshttps://patreon.com/wittpod----Mentioned in the showHolga 120NReto Ultrawide & SlimSprocket Rocket PanoramaNikon FM3Canon AE-1Kodak Portra 400Portra 800Ektar 100Cinestill 800tJennifer Lawrence PhotographyJen's episode #198----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

April 21, 202622 min

Inquiries are Down and This Might be Why | ep277

New leads might be down this year, but there is a likely reason for this. During a recent group coaching call in the Patreon community I broke down how the navigation on your website can actually be confusing your potential leads.And when you confuse, you loseJoin the Patreon Community for more group coaching calls, teachings, and ad-free episodeshttps://patreon.com/wittpod----Mentioned in the showContent Square (previously Hotjar) for your website heatmaphttps://contentsquare.com/----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

April 7, 202641 min

Lillian Henke: Being Inclusive vs Just Accepting - Ep276

There is a difference in being an inclusive brand and just accepting work from anyone.My guest, Lillian Henke shares about that difference, how we can set ourselves up to be more inclusive, not just accepting, but celebrating the queer community and any other marginalize community.----Sponsor of the show: Imagen AIGet 1500 images edited for free when you try Imagen at https://imagenai.com/allheartphoto----Connect with Lillianinstagram.com/lillianslensslillianslenss.com----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

March 24, 202636 min

Advice I Give to Couples - February Ask Away | ep275

You asked and I answered. This episode is the replay of the February Ask Away, where you ask any and all questions and I answer them.We talked about advice I give to couples, how to work with showrunner family members, and what I'm loving this week.Join the March Ask Away LIVE on Patreon - Mar 27, 2026 11am CSThttps://patreon.com/wittpod----Sponsor of the show: Sofi HYSAOpen a free High Yield Savings Account today and get a bonus $25 deposited in your account, just for signing up.allheartphoto.com/sofi----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents

March 17, 202624 min

What I Learned at Hybrid Co | ep274

Open up your happy meal box because I'm sharing some nuggets of wisdom I found during the Hybrid Co conference in Charleston, SC last month.Follow the speakers for the full meals, but you can enjoy a little nugget or two for now.Join the group coaching call on Patreon - Mar 20, 2026 11am CSThttps://patreon.com/wittpod----Sponsor of the show: Imagen AIGet 1500 images edited for free when you try Imagen at https://imagenai.com/allheartphoto----Mentioned in the show:The Hybrid Co - thehybridco.comSam Jacobson - ideactionconsulting.comNoella Andres - noellaandres.comJustine Milton - justinemilton.comAshley Rae - ashleyraephotography.comSalted Pages - saltedpages.com----Other episodes you should check out257 - Christi Johnson - How to Work with Your Brain and Not Against It248 - Delaney Rietveld - Become the Most Booked Out Photographer in Your Area122 - Michelle Harris - 3 Reasons Wedding Photographers are Getting Ghosted232 - Christine Wright - Creating a Beautiful Experience for Couples Who Exist in Larger Bodies218 - Justine Milton - Diversify Your Revenue without Overthinking It251 - Noella Andres - Focus on What Makes You Unique and Let AI Do the Rest241 - Kellie Hetler - How to Photograph People with Disabilities206 - Kir Tuben - Fill Your Calendar During the Slow Season----Follow the showPatreon: https://patreon.com/wittpodWebsite: https://podcast.allheartphoto.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/witt.podYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisdominthetangents