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Season 6 Episode 1: No Sleep 'Til Seoul: Labour, Lanterns, and Lessons Learned

May 09, 2025 • Jason Teale • Season 6 • Episode 1

In the Season 6 premiere of The Sajin Photography Podcast, host Jason Teale takes you behind the scenes of a whirlwind photography assignment in Seoul — powered by caffeine, muscle memory, and raw creative instinct.

From a 4 a.m. wake-up call to capturing the final day of the Insadong Lantern Festival, Jason walks you through the emotional highs and logistical lows of freelance photography in South Korea. This episode dives into the real-life chaos behind those polished shots — nostalgia at Jogyesa Temple, burnout in Yeouido, and the brutal beauty of getting it done no matter what.

If you’ve ever chased the light while dodging deadlines, this one’s for you.

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