The ZoomWithOurFeet Photography Podcast
Join TMac, a Multi-Emmy Award-winning former TV camera operator, photographer, and teacher as he hosts intimate conversations with world-class photographers, cinematographers, TV directors, and producers. Each episode is packed with real-world tips for breaking into the business, techniques, and stories from the world of media production.
Whether you're shooting with a smartphone or cinema camera, this learning lab helps you level up your visual storytelling skills. From weddings to wildlife, documentaries to dramatic films, we dive deep into the art and craft of creating powerful images. Each career is a journey, hear how some of the best in the business started theirs.
New episodes drop every other Friday featuring candid conversations about:
- Professional camera and shooting techniques, the "camera arts."
- Lighting secrets
- Media production business etiquette and professionalism
- Creative storytelling
- Post-production workflows
- Industry insights
- Funny "road" stories
Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by TVCommandoMedia.
Checkout the website: www.zoomwithourfeet.com
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Episodes
32 episodes
From Video Class to NBA Video with Paul Taylor, Dir. of Video Production for the Cleveland Cavaliers
A former student turned Senior Director of Video Productions for the Cleveland Cavaliers shares how a love of sports and early live-production reps led to 15 seasons producing shows with the Browns and a return to pro sports after teaching. We ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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1:02:06
Your Career Path Isn't Linear: Lessons from Ryan Sampson's TV Journey
LET'S TALK TO A PRO: Ryan Sampson shares his journey from multimedia production student to Executive Producer at the New York Post, revealing how he navigated the challenging world of sports media production while building a sustainable ...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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1:27:07
Building Ohio’s Film Scene: Mike Wendt on Networking & Production
Ohio is redefining its film landscape, showcasing local opportunities for aspiring filmmakers. Mike Wendt from the Cleveland Film Commission discusses his journey, the importance of networking, and the growing support for filmmaking in Ohio, dr...
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55:34
Turned Pro with his Passion: Gary Wiggins’ Leap into Sports Photography
Through the lens of Gary Wiggins, we explore how photography transcends the boundaries of mere documentation. Gary's journey from a day job in data administration to a thriving career as a sports photographer illustrates the power of passion, t...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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1:03:28
Mentor, College Media Mogul, Friend: Dr. Phil Hoffman’s Career in Media & Education
On this episode of the ZoomPod ... Mogul, Mentor, Friend. Dr. Phil Hoffman joins me to talk about media, students, education, professionalism, and his lifelong obsession converging media and music! The latest episode dives deep into...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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1:01:16
From TV Cameras to the TV Classroom: Nate Schick on Teaching Video Media
On this episode of the ZoomPod, Sports Television Cameraman and K12 Teacher Nate Schick joins me to talk about transitioning from industry to the classroom, and the joy he now gets from his students in his Video Lab.Check out the video ...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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58:43
Shoot for the Edit: Randy Walk’s Masterclass in Multimedia Storytelling
On this episode of the Zoompod, we meet the cinematographer who set the standard for multimedia storytelling in journalism with a mantle full of awards at the Columbus Dispatch.Randy Walk is now an Associate Creative Director for Multim...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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59:35
Olympic Photography & Fast Workflows: Jeff Cable’s Gold-Medal Photography Journey
On this episode of Zoompod, we meet the photographer who shot the last eight Olympic games for Team USA - including 85,000 images from Paris a month ago! California-based Jeff Cable joins me to talk about his photo journey, his ear...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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45:35
College Sports Photography in Action: Bryce Mitchell’s Professional Photography Career Awaits
Shooting for a D1 Athletic program, and a Professional Soccer team all before she graduates from college! Photographer Bryce Mitchell joins me to talk about her work shooting very athletic Gators and more on this episode of the ZoomWithOurFeet ...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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40:41
No Comfort Zone: Ralph Schudel’s Wild Photography Career
On this episode of the ZoomPod, from his days in sports media to his sports photography, to his new gig as the photographer for the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Ralph Schudel has had a crazy photo journey!We talk about getting out ...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:13:00
Mastering the Craft: Mike Langish on Sports Photography Techniques
Jersey-based Sports Photographer, master visual storyteller, and great dude, Mike Langish joins me to talk about sports photography on this episode of the ZoomWithOurFeet Photography Podcast.Pro Tip: Listen to the end, Mike's advice for...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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37:49
Baseball Photography & Grassroots Stories: Jean Fruth on Changing the Game
On this episode of the ZoomPod, we hit for the cycle with All-Star Photographer guest, #Sony Ambassador, Baseball Photographer, Grass Roots Baseball Co-Founder, and Baseball Documentary Director, Jean Fruth. Fruth talks about her P...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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30:52
DIY TV Truck Owner to NBA "Cavs" TV Director: Dan Sevic’s Broadcasting Journey
On this episode of the ZoomPod, TV Director Dan Sevic stops in the Lab to talk about his journey in broadcasting. From Cleveland State to building a small TV truck to Directing Cleveland Cavaliers broadcasts, Dan is a force in NE Ohio broadcast...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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57:06
From Film to Caffenol: Sam Fahmi’s Unconventional Photo Journey
On this episode of the ZoomPod, Columbus, Ohio-based Professional Photographer, Videographer and Producer Sam Fahmi stops in the photo-lab to talk about starting his journey with a Kodiak 110 camera, helps me get over my fear of shooting weddin...
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47:47
18 Years, 30 Countries: Matt Mantyla’s Journey to Dir. of Media Content for Cincinnati FC
On this episode of the ZoomPod, a creator's journey starts as a third grader with a love of cameras. It has stops at North Canton Hoover High School's Video Production program and Ohio University, which led to a move to New York City for an int...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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47:53
From Small Town TV to FanDuel Sports Network: Steve Warren’s Broadcast Journey
On this episode of the ZoomPod, I chat with one of my mentors, Steve Warren, about his journey in the media production business from humble beginnings in North Canton, Ohio, to Director of Technical Operations at Ballys Sports Ohio and everywhe...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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49:44
Wearing Many Media Hats: John Skrada’s Production Journey
On this episode of the ZoomPod, the multi-talented John Skrada talks about his journey in media production and the many hats he's worn since leaving Cleveland State's #SchoolofFilmandMediaArts in the early '90's. Skrada talks about his early da...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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51:38
Inside the TV Truck Replay Room: Mark Pokedoff on Creating Slo-Mo Magic in Live Sports
On the episode of the ZoomPod, grab your fleece and some snacks! Mark Pokedoff, a Multi-Emmy Award-Winning Slo-Motion Replay Operator, talks about the recorded half of live TV, like golf at the Masters, wearing a parka in the truck, and having ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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49:56
Media Education & Interviewing Tips: Kent State Cinematographer Jeff Alberini’s Insights
On this episode of the ZoomPod, Jeff Alberini, Senior Associate Director of Video and Digital Outreach at Kent State University, joins me to discuss media education and passion projects like documentaries and offer interviewing tips for aspirin...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:03:11
120 Feet Above the Green: John “Bo” Boeddeker’s Golf Office View
#ThePlayers #BayHill #TheUSOpen #pgatour What's it like when your office view is 120' above the golf tournament? Meet the guy who had the best office window in golf!On this episode of the ZoomPod, Professional Golf Cameraman John ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:04:54
Inside the Ropes at The Masters: Mark Bowden on Golf's Handheld Camerawork
Chi-Chi, Trevino, Palmer, Nicklaus, Erwin, Els and Tiger, oh my! On this episode of the ZoomPod, Professional Golf Cameraman Mark Bowden stops by to talk about his work covering golf's biggest stars from his perspective—inside the ropes with th...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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41:14
Directing Live TV from Golf to Broadway: Emmett Loughran’s Story
On this episode of the ZoomPod, veteran Television Director Emmett Loughran stops by to talk about directing live television shows from the Fairways to the Met!His clients include MTV, Golf Channel, PGA Tour, Metropolitan Opera, Fulwell...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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48:28
From the Hoover VP Classroom to ESPN: Elizabeth Lebowitz on Producinbg Sports Broadcasts
In this episode of the ZoomPod, ESPN Coordinating Producer Elizabeth Lebowitz stops by to talk about her journey from high school media and college media star to ESPN intern to Coordinating the network's College and Pro basketball coverage. HIN...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:06:05
Editing Hollywood: Meghan Ellsworth on Editing Films, Movie Trailers & Film Post-Production
In this episode of ZoomPod, a Hollywood film editor takes you inside the crazy world of post-production and how the last revision of a film's story is done in editing. LA-based Film Editor Meghan Ellsworth shares how movie trailers, episodic TV...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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57:34
Inside Ohio Sports Photography, How Browns, Bucks and Blue Jackets are all in Ric Kruszynski’s Playbook
On this episode of the ZoomPod, Cleveland-based Sports Photographer Ric Kruszynski stops by to talk about covering Ohio State Football and Hockey, The Blue Jackets, the crazy Browns season this year, and his favorite sport, Rugby!Ric Kru...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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47:57