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The Photographer Mindset

Seth Macey & Aaron Mannes

The Photographer Mindset is a podcast specifically created for photographers, and those who believe their purpose is to create, inspire and develop into their full potential. The photographe...

Episodes

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Rating More Hot Takes from Photographers on Threads

Last week, we explored Aaron’s Instagram detox and evaluated some hot takes from photographers on Threads. This week, we’re back for round t...

52:39Mar 3, 2026

Quitting Instagram + Evaluating Hot Takes from Photographers on Threads

What happens when a photographer quits Instagram? In this episode, we explore Aaron’s decision to step away from social media and how it’s o...

75:39Feb 23, 2026

Will Jones - Insights on Focus, Simplicity and Creative Vision

Will Jones is a UK-born carpenter, writer, and author of Cabin , a book that chronicles his journey of building a handcrafted retreat in the...

55:01Feb 16, 2026

Lily Henry - A Professional Colorist’s Guide to Better Visual Storytelling

Lily Henry (@lilyhenrycolor) is a professional colorist with a background in photography and a career that spans working on projects for Mar...

54:08Feb 8, 2026

Brooke Littlebear - How to Thrive Without Having All the Answers

Brooke Littlebear (@brookelittlebear) is an incredible wildlife photographer, bear guide, homesteader, and adventurer with a life as unconve...

74:45Feb 2, 2026

Why Boredom Unlocks Creativity and Improves Our Output

Is boredom the secret to creativity? Can slowing down actually make you more productive? And how do you find balance in a world that demands...

56:22Jan 26, 2026

Dave Sandford - Adapting to the Evolving World of Photography

Dave Sandford (@davesandford) is a renowned wildlife photographer and polar bear guide. What happens when a celebrated photographer steps ou...

99:24Jan 19, 2026

Aaron's 2025 Year in Review: The Wins, Challenges, and Takeaways

It’s the start of 2026, and Aaron is following Seth's episode with a solo episode of his own reflecting on the win, challenges, and tak...

54:01Jan 12, 2026

Seth's 2025 Year in Review: The Highs, Lows, and Lessons

It’s the start of 2026, and I’m (Seth) kicking things off with a solo episode reflecting on the highs, lows, and lessons of 2025. Expect to...

75:38Jan 5, 2026

Ian Jones - How Independent Creators Can Win Over Clients from Big Agencies

Ian Jones (@iansjones) is a Pittsburgh-based commercial photographer and creative strategist known for crafting bold, story-driven visuals f...

55:33Dec 29, 2025

Lessons in Resilience, Collaboration, and Pricing Your Value

In this episode, Seth and Aaron catch up on life’s recent challenges and wins. Aaron shares his journey through back surgery recovery, while...

55:02Dec 22, 2025

Aaron's Emergency Back Surgery Has Become the Ultimate Reset Button

What happens when your body forces you to stop? Aaron shares the story of his sudden back injury, the decision to undergo emergency surgery,...

53:02Dec 15, 2025

Bram Berkien - Photographing the Human Side of the Tour de France

Bram Berkien (@bramberkien) is a Dutch photographer celebrated for his ability to capture the human side of elite sports. As the official ph...

60:42Dec 8, 2025

Why Consistency Beats Intensity for Creative Output & Performance

In this episode we explore the power of deliberately stopping while you’re still in the creative zone. We discuss how walking away at the ri...

39:38Dec 1, 2025

Why Success Doesn’t Feel Like Success

Why does success often feel like a moving target? In this episode, we explore the highs and lows of the creative journey, from embarrassing...

73:26Nov 24, 2025

Dalton Johnson - How to Land More Photography Clients Without Feeling "Salesy"

In this episode, we dive into the art of landing photography clients with guest Dalton Johnson (@storiesbydalton) , a full-time commercial a...

76:01Nov 17, 2025

We Tackle Rapid Fire Photography Questions

In this lively episode, we tackle rapid-fire photography questions, sharing our takes on overrated trends, chaotic behind-the-scenes photogr...

45:11Nov 10, 2025

Some Honest Truths About the Creator's Journey

Ever feel the pressure to keep pushing in your creative journey? In this reflective and candid episode, we dive into the highs and lows of p...

49:07Nov 3, 2025

We Honestly Critique Each Other's Photos...

Think your photos are untouchable? Think again. In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into critiquing each other’s work—no filters, no mer...

60:42Oct 27, 2025

How to Be a Terrible Photographer - (Artist Edition)

Ready to become the worst photographer ever, artistically speaking? We've got your back. In this spicy and sarcastic follow-up to our b...

56:39Oct 20, 2025