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“Ben Smith’s podcast is one of the best on photography. I especially like that he focuses on the photographer rather than foolishly trying to make it a conversation between two equals. Two pet peeves: first, he is at times too intimidated by the photographers to push back or probe further when...”Read full review »
Drawgrlfan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/24
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“That the millionth episode didn’t have any yucky girls on it!”
bigbabygenius via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/23
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“This is my fortnightly inspiration. Honest conversations with amazing photographers. Ben Smith delivers a great blend of sympathetic but direct — and sometimes challenging — questions.”
effective consumer via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/26/23
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“I find this one of the best and perhaps the only honest photobolog, that occasionally asks difficult questions IMHO.”
D7100nota guide via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/03/23
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“I never miss an episode of Bens podcast. It is always fascinating to gain insight into the lives and practice of other photographers- not so much the technique but what actually motivates and shapes there work. Really grateful for the time and effort that goes into these interviews”
Dan wicks via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/25/23
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“Really good coverage of Photo London 23; fair and balanced, asking all the right questions.”
AHTrev via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/25/23
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“Listening to Ben Smith’s Small Voice podcast is probably the best one thing a photographer can do to open the mind, learn, get inspired, and improve one’s process. I discovered the work of photographers I never knew and found the authentic and witty conversations invaluable for advancing my...”Read full review »
Sims in TX via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/23
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“Finally a photography podcast that speaks to me…thanks”
Cataract 13 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/24/22
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“Recently discovered this podcast and I am loving it. A great insight to so many talented and successful photographers. Very educational and is inspiring me to get out in the world and make pictures. Thank you Ben for providing such an amazing podcast, keep em coming 🙏🏼👏🏼”
FNSCFE via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/16/22
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“This Podcast really gives one energy, inspiration. Humble host with with in-depth questions. Seriously get listening!”
Kid Basie via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
09/06/22
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“Ben's Small Voice podcast is always high on my list of photography podcasts to listen to. It is the pinnacle of photographer interviews. I like how the interview often goes of on an unexpected tangent. Keep up the hard work!”Read full review »
Bjorn Moerman PHOTOGRAPHY via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/22
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“I found this because of Bens interview on The Candid Frame and these two are now definitely my favourite photography podcasts. Ben is a great interviewer and I am looking forward to going through the “back catalogue”!”
Renzll via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/28/22
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“Lots of podcasts on gear are out there, but if you're proficient with the tools of the trade and are curious as to what some the worlds best photographers are doing, what they think, their experience and their lives as photographers then this is one of a save few podcasts out there of worth...”Read full review »
Miskuss via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/22/22
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“Unlike most podcasters, Ben rarely inserts himself into the conversation. He keeps his focus on his guest, asking well-researched questions and encouraging his guests to talk at length about their lives, experiences, and photo practices. He is also one of the few podcasters who regularly...”Read full review »
toomanyzoommeetings via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/22
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“Had the pleasure of meeting Ben recently and finally put a face to a voice I have listened to for such a long time. I really love these podcasts, there are photographers from all over the world, working on such diverse stories and Ben connects with them in such a warm and informal way.
I was...”Read full review »
Stefst 1111 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/26/21
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“thoroughly enjoyable escapades into what drives the photography work of so many interesting photographers whom Ben manages to get across the interview table. enjoyed them all even when you say “ i digress”. may there be many more. become a member and double up on the podcast time available as in...”Read full review »
I'd d via Apple Podcasts ·
Malta ·
06/29/21
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“Love this podcast, ended up listening to all of them. Its not just what you can learn about photography through other photographers experience its also provides an insight into so many events, places and life experiences that makes it interesting on many extra levels. Well done to Ben Smith for...”Read full review »
Nonononononononoyes393933j via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/05/21
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“This is the best podcast on photography out there. Thoughtful, very in-depth en funny. Ben Smith is not only a good photographer in his own right, he is also a great interviewer who always seems to ask the right questions. Highly recommended”
Geert Huysman via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
05/08/21
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“there are so many garbage photo podcasts. without even comparing this one to those, this is a very solid pod. i discover new artists, and get a really good sense of them with bens curious and deep interviewing skills. thank you!”
Layrayy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/21
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“I love photography and love podcasts but I there are very few photography podcasts that I love. This is one of my favorite photography related podcast that I listen to and top 10 in all podcasts overall. I really can’t explain what draws me to it, so I recommend if you haven’t already listened to...”Read full review »
Raster Systeme via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/21
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“Blah blah blah, rich people taking pictures yah! It’s art yah!
More real people taking shots please, instead of posh home county lads taking shots looking for projects because they can afford it. Good podcast but forget the rich boys x yah.”
Fraser TB via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
03/05/21
“I have been loving your podcast for a few years. It keeps my mind active and in the loop of photography.
Thank you for making it!”
Fergus_Carmichael via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/02/21
“For years we’ve been swimming in a sea of podcasts and youtube channels focused on all the things professionals are least concerned with, gear and how you made an image rather than what the image says the the viewer. As an experienced professional photographer Ben Smith creates a dialog with his...”Read full review »
AbuDhabiCabbie via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/03/21
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“A beautiful dive into the minds of some of the world’s most interesting photographers. I really appreciate his heart on the sleeve, no nonsense approach. These are fireside chats that are best enjoyed with a nice cuppa… conversations that will prove to be an incredible legacy for future...”Read full review »
Florio de Banjul via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/21
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“But stop going on about the pandemic. Here for photography.”
B. Karloff via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/24/21
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“I don’t think MCB is racist. Michael Christopher Brown is 100% an opportunist. His “work” on skid row is simply an effort to monetize and take advantage of an issue he doesn’t understand and doesn’t care about. When his work slowed down he wanted to use the homeless to jumpstart his career.”
cashew1130 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/20
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“This is my new favourite podcast. It’s really rather good.”
Kat on the boat via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/25/20
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“This podcast seriously makes my 3 hours a day in a car pass by. I love the in depth detail of photographers journeys and what makes them tick. A honest and Relaxed interviewing style that seems to bring the best out of the subjects.”
sieppey via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/29/20
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“Thank you, Ben, for helping me discover all these inspiring photographers with their useful insights, stories and life paths.”
davidlegreve via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
09/16/20
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“For producing such a fantastic podcast for photographers, every episode is worth the listen.”
Zack-R via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/07/20
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“Great guests, and ben is a warm, decent guy. Keep it up mate!
All the best.”
Bad boy Billy the biscuit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/24/20
“The creative world seems so hard to get in as a young photographer/artist but this intimate and friendly conversations on photography with Ben showed me there are much more ways than I thought. The insights are fantastic and I love how close and light everything feels! Thank you!!”
Luiza Preda via Apple Podcasts ·
Finland ·
08/21/20
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“Ben’s a great interviewer and I look forward to these photographer interviews every week. One of the best photography podcasts going !!”
GarethJack via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/20
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“Great podcast. Great guests.”
Conánn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/03/20
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“One of the best podcasts on Photography. Relevant Q”
Garry4549 via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
07/28/20
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“Just recently discovered this podcast through the recommendation of a friend and i am totally hooked ! Absolutly the best podcast on photography i’ve come across.
Thanks for sharing !!!?”
Whootzs via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
07/06/20
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“I’ve really enjoyed listening to Ben chatting in a way which encourages the interviewee to share stories and experiences.”
jon1573 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/22/20
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“this is a truly wonderful podcast with a wide range of photographers being interviewed in the most gentle and sensitive way. thoroughly recommend the membership.”
Spyder26 via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
06/09/20
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“I discovered Ben Smith’s series of excellent podcasts only after his interview with Ibarionex on The Candid Frame. Since then I have been devouring every episode. Ben is an insightful interviewer who can bring out deep and meaningful conversations with people. I have listened to several episodes...”Read full review »
C Timothy Floyd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/20
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“My faforite podacst, FULL STOP.”
GerhardtCoetzee via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
05/16/20
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“I loved tuning into this episode. Thank you Ben for your warm honest conversational style. I was lucky enough to be with Tom on that boat in LA shooting Ewan McGregor for Esquire. I hold it with fond memories & so much of Tom’s conversation I can personally resonate with. He’s a wonderful...”Read full review »
Stylegazer via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/14/20
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“An excellent podcast, a great resource. Always well prepared and versed in the photographers, allowing the discussions to go deeper than a shorter written piece might.
There’s an element of ‘by photographers for photographers’ to this, although it is by no means elitist in tone or exclusionary....”Read full review »
Hundred Dollar Tomato via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/29/20
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“I just love this podcast. Ben has a great low key interview style which elicits great material from his diverse guests. His research and preparation pays off as he crams each podcast with rich, empathic and sometimes humorous content in a relaxed style. This podcast has become an essential...”Read full review »
CaramelHazard via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/28/20
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“I have been listening to this fantastic podcast for the last 18 months or so. It has introduced me to no end of great work from a variety of different photographers in different genres.
Ben is a great interviewer : he listens to his guests and asks interesting questions of them all. The opening...”Read full review »
jj_musicphotos via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/14/20
“The presenter comes across as very humble, but his podcast series is an extremely useful resource for photographers everywhere. Thanks for sharing this with all of us.”
cyrusartist via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/29/20
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“Very grateful to The Candid Frame of Ibarionex for introducing me to this great podcast. Another must follow photography podcast.”
TommyEbina via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
03/21/20
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“It is such a pleasure to listen to Ben and his interviews. They are thoughtful, in depth, and provide such interesting insight into the work of many great photographers. He seems to pull more from the interviewees than I see elsewhere and his love for the art is so seriously apparent.
I’m...”Read full review »
Sam de San Diego via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/20
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“Probably best podcast on photography, good conversation with substance and depth.
Highly recommended even if your interest is not photography but you’ll find value in stories, personal and about humanity.”
Petar Milic via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
02/29/20
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“This amazing podcast really is of universal interest, not just for those interested in photography. Ben Smith has an intelligent and sensitive way of getting the interviewees to talk about their life stories, work, motivation and much more. I absolutely love it and it is something really worth...”Read full review »
Sue Parkes via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/25/20
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