Wild And Exposed Podcast
253 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 226 ratingsWe’re a collaborative of professional wildlife photographers and filmmakers who are thrilled to share our outdoor adventures and tips of the trade with you! Follow along as we take you into the wild with us! Find out what it takes to walk the tundra with caribou, discover the intricacies of working with bears, enjoy the mesmerizing mountain vistas as we share our career journeys with you. Our podcasts will include cutting-edge gear tips and developments, social media and communication how-to’s, informative guests, and entertaining tales from our ongoing expeditions.
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Episodes
Wildlife Cinematography and a Pioneer Spirit!
May 12, 2020 13:30 - 54 minutes - 51.5 MBErin Ranney’s roots in the Pacific Northwest run deep literally and figuratively. Born with adventure in her blood, this granddaughter of a legendary Alaskan female bush-pilot takes us along as she travels the globe with a smile on her face and a camera over shoulder documenting wildlife and wild places. Learn how her biological education translated into a career in cinematography and how her love of family history led her to take on a passion project to document her Alaskan heritage.
Chicken Soup For the Wildlife Photographers Soul
May 05, 2020 13:34 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBIn the midst of social distancing and quarantine Jason finds solace with the wild horses of Utah’s West desert. Come along as Jason discusses horse behavior, photographic challenges and the art form of finding the perfect nap spot! Exciting bonus footage of this weeks episode can be found on YouTube at Wild and Exposed Podcast.
Public Land Champion, Sam Soholt!
April 28, 2020 13:00 - 51 minutes - 48.5 MBFrom jumping through the hoops of grad school to the renovation of a school bus, hear how Sam Soholt utilized his drive and love of the outdoors to carve out a niche in the outdoor photography and videography industry. Michael and Jason learn how t-shirts can transform into wetlands in another fantastic conservation episode of Wild and Exposed.
KAR Photography - Van Life During Covid-19
April 24, 2020 17:25 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBBonus Episode - Michael catches up with Kate and Adam Rice about living in a van during Covid 19, photo tasks while stuck at home, their new photo tour business and when they might get out on their first Yellowstone safari.
The Pinnacle of Big Cat Photography (at least we think so)
April 21, 2020 14:00 - 55 minutes - 52.6 MBJoin Michael, Ron and guest Brad Josephs as he takes us deep into the Himalayas in search of the snow leopard. Learn how ecotourism is playing a critical role in snow leopard conservation as we put the wild in Wild and Exposed.
Photography Related Organizations that Make A Difference!
April 14, 2020 14:55 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBMichael, Ron and surprise guest host, Drew Hamilton sit down with Dawn Wilson, President Elect of the North American Nature Photography Association. Dawn shares the many benefits of membership and the advantages of signing on with a prebuilt network of like minded individuals. Dawn discusses the challenges of completing large scale projects in the midst of the Covid-19 world. Dawn and Drew cap it off with a request of all wildlife photographers. How can you make a difference in the midst o...
Creating Eye-Catching Images, How to Cheat the Background!
April 07, 2020 16:15 - 55 minutes - 52.4 MBMichael and Ron sit down with graphic designer and and Alaskan waterfowl photographer, Jamin Taylor. Jamin shares where his love of nature was founded and what led him to pick up a camera. The guys discuss the importance of light, subjects, and perspective in creating eye-catching artistic images as well as a bonus, “how to cheat the background” conversation.
Talking To The Guys From The Wildlife Photo Chat Podcast
April 05, 2020 05:13 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBCan’t miss content as Ron and Michael visit with Wildlife Photo Chat Podcast hosts Ray Hennessy and Ray G. How did a talking bush, floating across the Jersey Shore lead to friendship and eventually a partnership as Wildlife Photo Chat was born. A fun conversation about light, birds, networks, and mentorship. Did Ron beg for insider information? Tune in to this fun filled episode and find out!
Creative Composition Tips for Wildlife Photography and Video!
March 31, 2020 17:40 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBJason, Michael and Ron discuss the fine art of framing a moment. How placement of your subject in the frame, the use of foreground, background and framing elements can elevate an image from a snapshot to a work of art. Explore the science of composition in this tip of the iceberg discussion.
Brand Name Adventure, Olympus Explorer - Brooke Bartleson
March 24, 2020 15:55 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBJason, Michael and Ron visit with rescued New Jersey “Country Girl” Brooke Bartleson. Brooke describes her journey from the Garden State to the Rocky Mountain West. She explains how a few chance encounters morphed into the opportunity to pursue her passion full time as an Olympus Explorer, allowing her to photograph wildlife worldwide.
Best Lens For The Job?
March 21, 2020 01:07 - 58 minutes - 54.3 MBIs the optimal wildlife lens in fact the cheapest? Jason, Michael and Ron discuss various camera lens combinations and the ideal wildlife kit. The guys discuss the pros, cons, challenges, and advantages of specific gear in the field. What is the best wildlife set-up for still and video work when every ounce matters?
Bears, Butterflies and Big Viral Video Hits!
March 17, 2020 15:59 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBMichael and Ron sit down with bear guide, Author and viral iPhone videographer, Drew Hamilton. Listen in as they discuss the life of a bear guide, the magic of the monarch butterfly migration, being at the right place at the right time and what each of us can do to protect the wildlife and wild places that we love. Stay with us as we bring you an issue that should be near and dear to every wildlife lover’s heart!
Yellowstone Last Day Luck, Jason Lies to the Guys!
March 15, 2020 02:01 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBTruth stretcher or story teller? You decide as Jason Loftus shares his last day luck on a recent trip to Yellowstone. Ron has the blues again and what you can do to contribute to conservation efforts!
Exposure, It's Not Always Illegal!
March 10, 2020 15:02 - 53 minutes - 51.6 MBMichael, Ron and Jason take a quick break from adventure as they detour into the technical side of photography. The guys take an in depth look at exposure and metering, giving you the tools to expose for winter wildlife. They also explore how proper and creative exposure can impact the quality of your images.
Pro Tips that will Make Your Wildlife Images Pop!!
March 03, 2020 17:28 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBMichael and Ron catch up with Untamed Images, Jason Loftus, as he explores Yellowstone National Park by snow coach. Last but not least, it’s announcement week on Wild and Exposed! Sit back, relax and get ready for some exciting news!
Wild and Exposed Podcast Evolution!
February 19, 2020 05:43 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBMichael and Ron share some changes coming to the Wild and Exposed Podcast.
Pro Tips to Help Elevate Your Personal or Professional Branding!
February 11, 2020 20:32 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBThe guys share more pro tips and information to help, inspire and bring your photography to another level. From creativity, to camera equipment and amazing places to photograph, this episode will leave you wanting to explore new directions.
Mark's Amazing Trip to Australia!
February 04, 2020 21:31 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBFresh off of 2-weeks touring the South Island of New Zealand (last podcast) Mark and Pili fly to Brisbane, Australia in the beginning of December (the start of Australia’s summer season) for a week long whirlwind adventure! Mark definitely put his action camera’s waterproof housing to the test! If you’re considering a trip to OZ make sure to tune in and put these destinations on your bucket list!
Mark & Pili’s New Zealand Adventure!
January 28, 2020 18:09 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBListen in to Mark & Pili's EPIC (yes we said it!) adventure to New Zealand! Where they spent 2 weeks van-camping around the South Island of New Zealand. Mark highlights their destinations and travel experiences, beginning with the oceanside picturesque town of Akaroa, road trip took them to the iconic glaciers and stunning turquoise blue lakes surrounding the iconic Mount Cook, to the mind-blowing fjord cliffs and never-ending, breathtaking waterfalls of world-famous Milford Sound, And f...
Taking the Leap into the World of Professional Photography!
January 22, 2020 21:38 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBThis week’s podcast features the Wild and Exposed team sitting down with talented and well-traveled landscape photographer Nate Luebbe. Nates passion for photography drove him to quit his day job to pursue his dream. This is his story…
What Does It Take To Be A Professional Wildlife Filmmaker?
January 14, 2020 17:01 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBWhile photographing the sheep rut in Northern Wyoming, Ron catches up with BBC cinematographer, Doug Gardner. The pair recounts the happenings of an action packed day in the field as well as Doug’s rewarding and incredibly demanding schedule, Swamp Crawler 2.0, and a teaser of some very big things to come!
Prep for Winter Wildlife with Pro Photographer Charles Glatzer!
January 08, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBThe WE team sits down with talented and experienced northern expedition photographer Charles Glatzer! Listen in as they discuss their go-to strategies for shooting marketable images in the harsh conditions of winter. Select gear of all types are covered, from cameras, lenses, clothing, with several choice tips thrown in for good measure.
Research Into Art with Dr. Mark Cook!
December 31, 2019 19:21 - 1 hour - 91.4 MBAnother information packed episode! Michael and Ron are joined by Avian Ecologist and photographer, Dr. Mark Cook. Hear the stories Dr. Cook shares from his countless hours in the field, threats to the Everglades ecosystem to details of his photographic and academic journeys. Learn first hand what you can do as a photographer to assist field researchers not only in Florida but worldwide.
Family Traditions with Photography
December 17, 2019 17:53 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBHow did the son of a portrait and studio photographer become obsessed with photographing the wild? Michael and Ron are joined by Cortney Nalley to hear the answer to that and many other questions on this week’s Wild and Exposed Podcast.
Wildlife Photography Questions and Pro Tips Part II
November 27, 2019 06:15 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBJoin us for MORE fan questions this week as the guys pick up where they left off in response to listener questions and sharing what experience has taught us from the field. Learn what it takes to create an image that sells and what makes a caribou’s hooves click as it traverses the tundra. Wild and Exposed is our name and Wildlife Photography is our game. Buckle up, sit back and enjoy the ride!
Your Photography Questions, Our Answers, Tips, Tricks and Hacks!
November 19, 2019 18:02 - 1 hour - 69 MBMichael, Mark and Ron dial it in to focus on a batch of great listener questions in this week’s tips, tricks, and hacks podcast! Listen in as the guys answer your questions from camera gear, camera settings, shooting technique, travel tips, image editing, photo or video composition, animal behavior and dynamic images. We’ll have more listener question podcasts ahead… so keep them coming in!
Travel to the Edge of the North American Wilderness!
November 12, 2019 20:28 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBMark shares his fall wildlife photography adventures that began in the Rocky Mountains and pivoted to the raw and remote tundra of Newfoundland to photograph Woodland Caribou. Tune in for highlight reel stories and gear tests from his amazing expeditions.
Information Overload with Award Winning Avian Photographer, Gerrit Vyn!
November 05, 2019 15:00 - 53 minutes - 49.6 MBAward winning Avian photographer/cinematographer, Gerrit Vyn of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology joins Michael and Ron to discuss the use of photo blinds and going the extra mile to ensure that the subject always comes first. Gerrit shares methods employed to photograph threatened and endangered species worldwide as well as landing those dream clips that tell the “Rest of the Story”!
The Mirrorless Revolution with "Sports Illustrated" photographer Darren Carroll!"
October 29, 2019 15:11 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBDarren Carroll, Sports Illustrated photographer, just returned from a special invitation Sony event in New York City and takes the time today to bring the Wild and Exposed Podcast team up to date with the latest in Sony mirrorless cameras. Hear why Darren switched 100% to Sony and why he feels that the mirrorless revolution is as big a deal to today’s photography .
Making Money with Photography
October 22, 2019 18:44 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBA new adventure for Rick and Libby with MooseMan Nature Photography, has been discovering a bobcat den. They describe their adventures photographing the kits, as well as describing the excitement of photographing moose during the rut in Alaska. Rick and Libby also share information on how to make a living on photography alone.
Youth Photographer of the Year!
October 17, 2019 18:33 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBRon catches up with Isaac Spotts, 2018 Young photographer of the year award winner. Isaac shares how he got started in wildlife photography and the excitement of having his image, “Battle of the Bulls” displayed in the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Spotts captured an amazing image of three bull moose sparring in Kelly Warm Springs, a favorite watering hole for moose.
Fall Into the Rut_Wildlife Photography In the Field
October 04, 2019 16:58 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBLeaving off from the last episode, “The Importance of Copywriting, Watermarking, and Camera Technology”, Michael, Mark and Ron catch up, continuing their conversation discussing photographing in the field and the enjoyment of meeting new wildlife photographers, friends and followers of the podcast. The guys also talk about the changes in the rut.
The Importance of Copywriting, Watermarking and New Camera Technology !
October 01, 2019 17:28 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBMichael, Mark, and Ron catch up and discuss all the new camera technology the importance of watermarking and copywriting your images.
Photography, The Driving Force to Live In A Van!
September 24, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBKate and Adam Rice adventure begins when they decide to sell all their belongings, convert a van to live in and travel to all the places they love photographing all things wild.
Wild About Tours!
September 17, 2019 14:53 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBTodays show we have Shayne McGuire, an internationally recognized and published photographer, and credentialed teacher in commercial photography. Shayne shares her experience and knowledge of photography that will have you wanting to sign up for a tour today.
Summer Moose Mania!
September 10, 2019 13:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBJoin Michael and Mark as they highlight their adventure photographing & filming moose on an epic mid-summer trip!
Alaskan Mountain Wildlife Photography, Tips Through the Seasons!
September 03, 2019 13:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBMichael and Mark record a podcast on a mountainside with Alaskan photographer and Dall sheep specialist Jerry Herrod.
Filming The Alaska Salmon Run and Bears!
August 27, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBMichael, Ron, and Mark take us on an adventure to the Kenai Peninsula and share their behind the scenes efforts to film the salmon run and bears. Listen in to their first attempts at underwater photography!
3 Days Filming the Incredible Kenai Fjords!
August 20, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBHear all about the Wild and Exposed Podcast team’s voyage at sea as they encounter an abundance of marine wildlife and breathtaking coastal landscapes throughout the Kenai Fjords region of Alaska!
Camera Trapping And More With Ron Niebrugge!
August 13, 2019 17:38 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBMichael, Ron, and Mark visit talented nature photographer Ron Niebrugge at his home in Seward, Alaska. Listen in as Ron highlights his experiences from the past year as well as discussing his latest specialty - camera trapping! Ron also shares his insights with his new mirrorless Olympus camera.
Alaska Summer Wilderness Adventures With Shawn James.
August 06, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBMichael Mauro and Mark Raycroft of the Wild and Exposed Podcast team, are joined by special guest Shawn James of the myselfreliance YouTube channel, as they discuss their 2-week summer Alaska Wildlife Adventure. This episode was recorded from a wilderness mountainside after a morning spent filming the largest subspecies of moose on the planet. Wildlife photography, gear, and incredible destinations are all covered as they discuss Shawn Jame's first time traveling to the great state of Alask...
Adventures of A Charter Boat Captain From Seward, Alaska!
August 01, 2019 14:54 - 49 minutes - 45 MBJoin the Wild and Exposed Podcast team out at sea as they hear firsthand what it’s like to be a boat captain, from Bill Bruner, owner of Seward Charters. Bill reveals many treasures and entertaining tales from the Kenai Fjords region of Alaska!
WILDERNESS CABIN ADVENTURE AND ALASKA TRIP PREPARATIONS!
July 23, 2019 15:15 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBMark visits Shawn James of the super-popular YouTube channel “myselfreliance” at his remote wilderness cabin. Listen in as they discuss wildlife photography and make plans for their upcoming Alaskan adventure!
7 Week Solo Canoe Adventure!
July 18, 2019 21:35 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBJoin the team as they hear about Tim Irvin’s remote 7-week solo canoe trip through the remote wilderness of Nunavut, Canada. The wildlife encounters and story will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Spirit Bears and Beyond!
July 16, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 78 MBTim Irvin shares his insights and stories photographing Spirit Bears in the the Great Bear Rainforest.
Wildlife Photography as a Healing Tool.
July 09, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 80 MBA self-taught Scottish photographer, living in Denver, Colorado, Scott Wilson prowls between dusk and dawn, pursuing low light and a dramatic edge.. In August 2016, a year after moving to Colorado, Scott was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer and metastisis to his liver. When his oncologist explained that his 40 week chemotherapy treatment meant avoiding direct sunlight, placing constraints on his landscape photography pursuits, Scott set about creating a new Colorado wildlife portfolio sh...
Graduating with a Degree in Film & Photography in 2019!
July 02, 2019 18:16 - 2 hours - 117 MBGuest Dale Evans speaks about his photographic work and what it’s like to be in the academic world of photography today.
Ron 's Wild Yellowstone Adventure
June 25, 2019 17:07 - 1 hour - 104 MBMaking Memories in Yellowstone! Ron will have you rolling in the aisles as he recounts his predawn glamping mishap! Tune in and hear about this weekend adventure!
Road Trip North
June 18, 2019 14:46 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBFollow along as Michael and Missy discuss the trip, driving from Colorado to Alaska looking for every wildlife opportunity along the way.
Technical Wildlife Photography
June 11, 2019 16:17 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBMichael catches up with Photographers, Harlan Cooper and Jason Loftus in the Canadian Rockies to discuss reading light to capture that perfect image.