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The PHYS Podcast

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The PHYS Podcast is where creativity, storytelling, and human experience meet. Hosted by Tyson Martin, the show features conversations with photographers, filmmakers, artists, adventurers, and storytellers from around the world. Through honest discussions on creativity, resilience, mental health, and the power of visual storytelling, each episode explores the stories behind the people who inspire us. Listened to in 107+ countries, The PHYS Podcast reminds us that creativity has the power to connect,

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Ep 120 - Pale Blue Wave: Photographing Strangers,...

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2026/09/23

On this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, Tyson Martin sits down with Ryan Daniel, better known as Pale Blue Wave, a Portland-based street photographer, portrait photographer, filmmaker, and visual storyteller known for approaching complete strangers and documenting the people and stories he encounters.Ryan’s journey into photography began after years of chronic pain, hip surgery, depression, and a long recovery that changed the way he saw the world. As he slowly began walking again, he found himself

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Ep 119 - Wayne Simpson: Creating Powerful Portraits...

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2026/09/09

On this episode of The PHYS Podcast, I sit down with Wayne Simpson, an Ojibwe photographer from Aamjiwnaang First Nation, based in Elora, Ontario.Wayne is known for his dramatic portrait photography and atmospheric landscape work. His portraits have a cinematic, almost mythic quality—images that immediately make you wonder about the person in front of the camera and the story behind their face.But those photographs don't begin with lighting or camera settings.They begin with connection.Wayne

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Ep 118 - Brie Stockwell: Photography, Creative...

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2026/08/26

What happens when photography becomes more than making beautiful images and becomes a way to better understand yourself, your creativity, and how you see the world?On this episode of The PHYS Podcast, host Tyson Martin sits down with Brie Stockwell, a nature and landscape photographer, creative coach, and podcast host whose work explores the quiet beauty of wild places.Brie is drawn to deserts, dunes, soft light, subtle colour, infrared black-and-white photography, and the small details we often

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Ep 117 - Ben Girardi On Adventure, Action Sports...

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2026/08/12

What does it take to create photographs that make people feel like they're standing in the middle of the adventure?In this episode of The PHYS Podcast, Tyson Martin sits down with award-winning adventure and action sports photographer Ben Girardi to explore a career built on documenting movement, wild landscapes, and authentic human connection.Originally from upstate New York and now based in Pemberton, British Columbia, Ben shares how snowboarding first sparked his passion for photography, why

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Ep 116 - Peter Andrew Lusztyk on Creativity,...

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2026/07/29

What if great photography isn't about finding extraordinary subjects, but learning to see the extraordinary in the everyday?On this episode I sit down with acclaimed Canadian photographer Peter Andrew Lusztyk, an award-winning editorial and commercial photographer whose work transforms overlooked objects and ordinary moments into striking works of art.Freelancing since 2009, Peter has built an internationally recognized career creating photography for leading publications and global brands while

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00:48:54

Ep 115 - Travis W. Keyes On Cinematic Storytelling &...

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2026/07/15

What makes a photograph unforgettable?For filmmaker, photographer, and creative director Travis W. Keyes, it's rarely the perfectly posed moment. It's everything in between, the quiet expressions, genuine emotion, unexpected connection, and the stories that unfold when people simply allow themselves to be seen.In this episode of The PHYS Podcast, host Tyson Martin sits down with Travis to explore a creative journey that has taken him from film and television production to becoming one of New

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00:55:46

Ep 114 - Kofi Yeboah On Creativity, Culture &...

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2026/07/01

What does it take to create work that truly means something?In this episode of The PHYS Podcast, Tyson Martin sits down with Ontario-based creative director, photographer, and filmmaker Kofi Yeboah for a conversation about creativity, culture, purpose, and the lifelong pursuit of meaningful storytelling.Kofi shares how his experiences have shaped the way he approaches photography and filmmaking, why creating with intention matters more than chasing trends, and how developing your own perspective can

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00:59:23

Ep 113 - The Long Way Home: Spencer Harding on...

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2026/06/24

What draws someone to spend their life chasing forgotten roads, sleeping under the stars, riding strange bicycles, and documenting the world through a camera?For Tucson-based photographer, writer, and bike touring advocate Spencer Harding, those pursuits have become a way of life.A longtime contributing editor and writer for The Radavist, Spencer is widely recognized throughout the cycling and bikepacking communities for his distinctive film photography, adventurous spirit, and passion for

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00:49:57

Ep 112 - How Photography Helped Niikai Wells Heal,...

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2026/06/17

What if a single photograph could tell an entire story?For New York-based documentary and portrait photographer Niikai Wells, that's the goal every time he presses the shutter.A military veteran and visual storyteller, Niikai discovered photography while navigating PTSD and searching for a way to reconnect with himself, the people around him, and the world at large. What began as a form of healing quickly evolved into a lifelong pursuit of documenting authentic human experiences.In this episode

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Ep 111 - Trent Mitchell: Award-Winning Photography,...

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2026/06/10

What makes a photograph endure?Is it the light, the composition, the moment or is it something deeper?In this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Trent Mitchell, one of Australia's most respected photographers, authors, and visual storytellers.For more than two decades, Trent has been creating work that explores the relationship between people, landscape, culture, and the environments we shape and that shape us. Whether working in black and white or color, film or digital, his

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Ep 110 - Shayd Johnson: Adventure Photography,...

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2026/06/03

In this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Shayd Johnson, a commercial and editorial photographer based on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia whose work is built around authentic human connection, environmental storytelling, and a deep appreciation for the natural world.Known for capturing candid moments that feel both honest and timeless, Shayd's photography spans lifestyle, portrait, travel, and outdoor adventure. His images combine thoughtful composition with genuine emotion,

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Ep 109 - Andy Mumford On Travel, Landscape...

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2026/05/31

In this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Andy Mumford, an internationally recognized travel and landscape photographer, educator, filmmaker, and writer whose work has inspired photographers around the world to see more, travel further, and create with intention.Originally from the United Kingdom and now based in Lisbon, Portugal, Andy has spent years exploring some of the most breathtaking locations on Earth. His photography, writing, and educational content have been featured in

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Ep 108 - Izzy Lidsky On Ski Photography, Action...

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2026/05/28

In this episode of The PHYS Podcast, I sit down with photographer, writer, and action sports storyteller Izzy Lidsky.What started in a high school darkroom shooting 35mm and medium format film eventually turned into a career documenting the world of skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor adventure. Around the same time she discovered photography, Izzy watched her first ski film and instantly fell in love with action sports media—a passion that continues to shape her work today.Based in Bend, Oregon,

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Ep 107 - Natalie Carriere On Adventure Photography,...

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2026/05/27

In this episode of The PHYS Podcast, I sit down with adventure, lifestyle, and extreme sports photographer Natalie Carriere.Natalie specializes in creating powerful visual stories for athletes, brands, events, and outdoor organizations, working in some of the most demanding environments imaginable. From remote alpine productions and backcountry expeditions to large-scale sporting events and commercial campaigns, her photography is built on an understanding of movement, environment, and authentic

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Ep 106 - Megan Costello: Big Wave Surf Culture,...

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2026/05/20

In this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, we sit down with photographer, filmmaker, and writer Megan Costello, a visual storyteller documenting the worlds of surf culture, creativity, travel, and human experience through a deeply authentic lens.Based on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii, Megan has built an impressive career shooting campaigns for major brands including Quiksilver, Billabong, SisstrEvolution and SKECHERS, while producing editorial work featured in publications such as the New York Times,

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Ep 105 - Photography, Identity & The Wild West Coast...

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2026/05/13

In this episode of The P.H.Y.S Podcast, I sit down with Vancouver Island photographer and storyteller Kimberley Kufaas.With over a decade behind the lens, Kimberley has built a body of work rooted in the rugged beauty, emotion, and unpredictability of the West Coast. Born and raised on the northern tip of Vancouver Island, her photography is deeply influenced by her First Nations roots in Kwakiutl territory, along with her Métis and Scandinavian heritage.Her work blends lifestyle and adventure

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Ep 104 - Nolis Anderson: Capturing Culture, Identity,...

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2026/05/06

On this episode of The PHYS Podcast, Tyson Martin sits down with Nolis Anderson, a Chicago-based photographer known for capturing culture, identity, and real human moments through documentary and editorial work.Before photography, Nolis earned a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Chicago State University and worked in medicine, until he made the life-changing decision to walk away and pursue creativity full-time.Over the past decade, that leap has led to work with global brands and publications

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Ep 103 - Dan Tamarkin On Leica History, Collecting...

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2026/04/29

This episode marks the beginning of a new chapter.After the last few years of conversations under The Life of PHYS, the show has evolved into The PHYS Podcast, a space dedicated to the photographers, filmmakers, artists, athletes and storytellers shaping the creative world through images and ideas.PHYS stands for Photography Heals Your Soul, and that philosophy continues to guide every conversation.To kick off this new era, host Tyson Martin sits down with Dan Tamarkin, owner of Tamarkin Camera and

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Ep 102 - Caleb "Bad Flashes" Knueven on Film...

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2026/04/22

On this episode of The Life of PHYS Podcast, I’m joined by Los Angeles based photographer and filmmaker Caleb Knueven, a visual storyteller whose journey into filmmaking started the same way many creative paths do, with a skateboard and a video camera.When Caleb was about twelve years old trying to learn how to skateboard, he quickly realized he might not keep up with some of his friends on a board. So instead of competing, he found another way to be part of the culture. He asked his parents for a

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Ep 101 - Finding Healing in the Wild | Jillian Brown...

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2026/04/15

On this episode of The Life of PHYS Podcast, I’m joined by Jillian Brown, a Canadian documentary photographer whose story is one of resilience, adventure, and the deep healing power of the natural world.Jillian is someone who truly lives the stories she shares. Her work takes her into wild places, often pushing herself to the edge physically and mentally, all in pursuit of documenting the connection between humans, nature, and the power that exists when we slow down enough to listen to the world

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