The ZoomWithOurFeet Photography Podcast
The ZoomWithOurFeet Photography Podcast
Want to learn photography from people who actually do it at the highest level?
Every episode, TMac — a Multi-Emmy Award-winning videographer, licensed educator, and 20+ year photography teacher — sits down with world-class photographers, cinematographers, and visual storytellers for honest, practical conversations about the camera arts.
No jargon. No gear worship. Just real technique, real careers, and real talk about what it takes to make great images.
Whether you're a complete beginner picking up your first camera, a parent trying to capture better moments on the sidelines, or someone who just wants to finally understand what all those settings actually do — the ZWOF Photography Podcast is your learning lab.
New episodes drop every other Friday.
What you'll hear:
— How working photographers actually learned their craft
— Practical shooting techniques for beginners and beyond
— Lighting, composition, and camera fundamentals
— Creative storytelling and visual thinking
— Real career journeys from some of the best in the business
Hosted by TMac. Produced by Zoom With Our Feet.
Listen, subscribe, and learn more at zoomwithourfeet.com
Episodes
37 episodes
A Pizza Drive-Thru Conversation That Launched a 20-Year Sports Media Career
Episode Snapshot:From Hoover video class to MLB live experienceCollege access gaps and the value of Kent State’s TV2Freelance work, internships, and the first break in ClevelandA chance pizza-window c...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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1:05:03
Teaching Media Arts With Grit, Humor, And Heart
In this episode of the Zoom With Our Feet Podcast, TMac talks with media arts teacher and former radio producer Bernie Van Tilburg about how teaching, storytelling, and real-world media skills help students learn photography, video, and creativ...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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50:58
Lessons From Film To Full-Scale Studio
We trace Todd’s path from a basement darkroom to a thriving production company, focusing on film-era discipline, business choices, and the power of relationships. We share practical systems for shooting, hiring, and staying resilient while movi...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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1:01:43
Seeing Light Like a National Geographic Photographer: Jason Edwards on Long-Term Storytelling
National Geographic photographer Jason Edwards joins the ZoomPod to talk about a career built on light, patience, and discipline—first on Kodachrome, now in the digital field.Episode Snapshot:National Geographic phot...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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44:55
Sports Photography That Serves the Brand: Claire Komerak on Design, Discipline, and Big Moments
Claire Komerak joins the ZoomPod to break down how design thinking and photography work together, from college sidelines to national broadcasts and championship moments.Episode SnapshotIn this episode of the ZoomPod,...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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49:12
Building a Career in Live Sports Video Production: Lessons from Paul Taylor
In this episode of the ZoomPod, Director of Video Production for the Cleveland Cavaliers talks sports video production careers, live production workflow, leadership, building reels, and hiring future media production pros.Episo...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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1:02:06
Breaking Into Sports Media Production: What Hiring Managers Actually Look For
Ryan Sampson shares his journey from multimedia production student to Executive Producer of Digital Media at the New York Post. Episode Snapshot:Ryan also reveals how he navigated the challenging world of sports...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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1:27:07
Filmmaking in Ohio: How Community, Tax Credits, and Networking Build Real Careers
Mike Wendt joins the ZoomPod to talk about building a sustainable filmmaking career in Ohio through community, collaboration, and smart use of regional resources.Episode Snapshot:Ohio has quietly become one of the mo...
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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