The Life of Phys Podcast is a long-form conversation series exploring photography, creativity, storytelling, and the human experience behind the lens.
Hosted by Tyson Martin, the show sits down with photographers, visual artists, filmmakers, writers, actors and athletes from around the world to uncover the journeys, struggles, philosophies, and defining moments that shape their lives. These are not surface-level interviews, each episode is a thoughtful, honest discussion about process, purpose, identity, and resilience.
At its core, The Life of Phys Podcast is built on the belief that photography heals your soul and that creating is not just about output, but about connection, presence, and personal growth. Guests range from emerging voices to internationally recognized artists, all united by a commitment to meaningful work and long-term vision.
If you’re interested in documentary photography, visual storytelling, creative discipline, or the quiet power of making work with intention, this podcast is for you.
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Ep 91 - The Quiet Work of Paying Attention - Matt Day On Film Photography & Creative Life
2026/02/04
On this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, I sit down with Matt Day, a photographer and YouTuber whose black-and-white documentary work has inspired a global community of creators.
Matt and I connected instantly through shared loves, skateboarding, creativity, and the realities of loss and over the course of our 90-minute conversation, that connection turned into a genuine friendship. This wasn’t a surface-level discussion. It was an honest, thoughtful exchange about life, work, and the long road of creative practice.
For more than two decades, Matt has built a life around storytelling through his lens. Based in Chillicothe, Ohio, his work focuses on documenting everyday life with intention—quiet moments, familiar places, and the people closest to him. His photography isn’t about trends or algorithms. It’s about paying attention.
Matt began his career photographing weddings, events, and corporate work before intentionally shifting toward a more personal and fulfilling creative path. Today, his focus is almost entirely on documentary and portrait projects, while sharing that journey with his audience through his YouTube channel, now a trusted space for honest conversations about film photography, storytelling, and creative growth.
His collaborations with brands like Leica Camera, Hasselblad, Fujifilm, and Polaroid reflect a craft-first philosophy rooted in process, patience, and purpose.
Chillicothe isn’t just where Matt lives, it’s inseparable from his work. The town, the people, and the rhythms of daily life are woven deeply into his images. He has published several photo books, including Friend of Mine and Surveyor, both exploring memory, time, and human connection through his signature black-and-white imagery.
Beyond photography, Matt is a husband, father, skateboarder, former sandblaster, and current woodworker, proof that creativity doesn’t live in isolation. It lives inside real life.
This conversation isn’t just about photography. It’s about slowing down, honoring the ordinary, and building a creative life rooted in meaning. Matt’s approach is a reminder that some of the most powerful stories are found by staying close to home and paying attention to what’s already there.
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Ep 90 - Krystle Wright On Photographing the Edge, Risk, and Human Endurance
2026/01/28
Krystle Wright is a pioneering Australian adventure photographer and director known for capturing some of the world’s most extreme environments and athletes from perspectives few dare to attempt.
Her work spans all seven continents and more than 55 countries, from the Australian outback to Antarctica and has been published in National Geographic, Outside Magazine, GQ, The Times, Red Bull, and The Huffington Post.
Krystle has appeared on the National Geographic series Photographer and is the winner of the 2023 Red Bull Illume, one of the most prestigious awards in action and adventure photography.
In this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, Krystle shares what it takes to work at the edge of human performance, the psychology of risk, and how she tells raw, physical stories through both stills and film. We talk about fear, preparation, trust, and the mindset required to operate in environments where failure is not an option.
This is a conversation about adventure photography, resilience, creative obsession, and the true cost and reward ,of committing to the pursuit of extraordinary stories.
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Ep 89 - Amy Horowitz On Street Photography, Human Connection, and Her Photobook A Walk in the Park.
2026/01/21
Amy Horowitz is a New York City–based street photographer whose work transforms everyday public spaces into powerful, human stories.
Any Studied at the International Center of Photography (ICP), Amy has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary street and documentary photography, with her work exhibited and awarded internationally across major photography festivals and institutions.
In 2025, she released her debut photobook, A Walk in the Park?, published by Schilt Publishing, a long-form portrait project created in and around Washington Square Park in New York City. The book explores young adulthood, identity, vulnerability, and presence through quiet, deeply observed portraits made over time. The project has received widespread international recognition, including honors from LensCulture, Head On Photo Festival, Paris International Street Photography Awards, Women Street Photographers, Brussels Street Photography Festival, and many more.
In this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, we talk about:
The making of A Walk in the Park? and the journey from project to photobookLong-term documentary and street photography projectsPhotographing strangers with empathy and trustThe role of patience and presence in meaningful photographyNavigating exhibitions, awards, and international recognitionStaying grounded while your work gains momentumThis is an honest, thoughtful conversation about building work slowly, paying attention, and using photography to better understand people, public space, and ourselves.
If you’re interested in street photography, documentary photography, photobooks, portrait projects, or long-term creative work, this episode offers deep insight into both the artistic and human side of the process.
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Ep 88 -Photographing Hollywood with Soul: Dennys Ilic on Portraiture, Longevity, and Creative Integrity
2026/01/14
In this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, host Tyson Martin sits down with Los Angeles–based photographer and former cinematographer Dennys Ilic, a world-class portrait artist whose work bridges Hollywood, cinema, and deeply human storytelling.
With a background in cinematography, including shooting the multi-award-winning film Face to Face and lensing the first digital feature film in India. Dennys has spent the last 18+ years building an extraordinary career as a professional photographer working across film, television, editorial, and music.
Dennys is best known for his edgy, soulful portraits of some of the most recognizable faces in the world, including Daniel Radcliffe, Jason Momoa, Halle Berry, Viola Davis, Keanu Reeves, Ryan Reynolds, Glenn Close, Cindy Crawford, Sandra Bullock, Melissa McCarthy, Rosario Dawson, Lawrence Fishburne, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kevin Hart, and many more. For five years, he photographed Daniel Radcliffe for Warner Bros, creating covers and editorial imagery used across hundreds of international publications tied to the Harry Potter franchise and beyond.
His work has been commissioned by Warner Bros, Netflix, CBS, HBO, People Magazine, Vogue Italia, GOOP, HGTV, McLaren Automotive, and major music artists including Seal, Alanis Morissette, AJ McLean, Lance Bass, and Shinedown.
Beyond commercial success, Dennys is a published fine art photographer with five hardcover photography books, and a Star Trek Discovery coffee-table book currently in development. In 2017, he was invited to exhibit at the iconic Leica Gallery Los Angeles, where his show still holds the attendance record as of 2024. His iconic image Entwined was also selected for Leica’s 2023 International Photographic Auction in Vienna.
In this conversation, we explore:
The transition from cinematography to photographyWhat makes a truly honest portraitThe reality of photographing celebritiesLongevity and survival in creative industriesProtecting your artistic voice inside commercial workBuilding a career that lasts decadesThis episode is a deep dive into celebrity portrait photography, creative longevity, artistic integrity, and the human side of Hollywood image-making.
If you’re a photographer, filmmaker, or creative searching for insight into building meaningful, long-term work, this conversation will resonate.
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Ep 87 - Brandon Talbot On Mindset, Photography, and Building a Creative Life
2026/01/07
On this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, I’m joined by photographer, videographer, and YouTuber Brandon Talbot a creator who has been openly sharing his photography journey for years while, in his own words, making “incredibly adequate videos for the internet.”
Before photography, Brandon was a former professional volleyball player, NASM Master Trainer, and jiu-jitsu competitor and he brings that same growth mindset, discipline, and long-term thinking into his creative practice. His enthusiasm for learning and improving is infectious.
Brandon is also open about being one of the millions of people living with depression, and in this conversation we talk honestly and responsibly about creativity, identity, consistency, and what it means to keep building even when things feel heavy.
In this episode, we discuss:
Transitioning from athletics to a creative lifeDeveloping a growth mindset in photographyFalling in love with prints and physical mediaBuilding long-term projects instead of chasing quick winsDiscipline, consistency, and showing up for the workThis is a conversation about patience, persistence, and learning to play the long game, both in art and in life.
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Ep 86 - Chasing the Dream: Cold-Water Surf Photography, Resilience, and Creativity with Bryanna Bradley
2026/01/04
In this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, we sit down with Bryanna Bradley, a Tofino-based surf and outdoor photographer whose work captures the raw beauty, energy, and emotion of sport, nature, and human connection both in and out of the water.
Professionally trained as a photojournalist, Bryanna’s creative path has evolved into surf and wedding photography, while keeping documentary storytelling at its core. Her images are shaped by natural light, contrasting color, genuine laughter, and the small, fleeting moments that define real experience. At the heart of her work is a people-first approach rooted in presence, emotion, and authenticity.
Bryanna’s journey is one of resilience and transformation. After experiencing a traumatic brain injury (TBI), she embarked on a life-changing hike along the Continental Divide Trail, an experience that reshaped her relationship with photography, nature, and purpose. That chapter led her to cold-water surf photography in Tofino, British Columbia, and a renewed commitment to meaningful, honest storytelling.
Her story is powerfully documented in the film Let Me Chase This Dream, and her work continues to inspire others through emotionally rich imagery that explores healing, perseverance, and the connection between humans and the natural world.
This conversation explores creativity after trauma, the healing power of nature, documentary photography beyond journalism, and what it means to keep chasing the work that feels true.
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Ep 85 - JuanCarlos Gonzalez On Photography, Identity, and Telling Stories That Honor Place
2026/01/01
On this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, we sit down with JuanCarlos Gonzalez, a Puerto Rican photojournalist and visual storyteller based in Plymouth, Vermont.
JuanCarlos’s work is rooted in authenticity, human connection, and a deep sense of place. Working across portraiture, documentary, events, and landscapes, he creates emotionally resonant imagery that bridges cultures, celebrates resilience, and honors the quiet power of everyday life. In 2025, his work received international recognition when he was named one of Leica’s 100 Photographers.
Raised in the coastal town of Maunabo, Puerto Rico, JuanCarlos’s passion for photography began with newspapers and magazines—images that sparked a lifelong curiosity to explore, observe, and document the world. That early inspiration continues to shape his approach today.
His photographs have been featured in Leica Fotografie International (LFI), Vogue Italia, The Boston Globe, National Geographic, and numerous cultural institutions.
In 2023, JuanCarlos launched Vermont Female Farmers, a landmark portrait and documentary project featuring 45 women shaping the future of agriculture in Vermont. The project has toured nationally as a solo exhibition and was published as a companion book now held in the permanent collection of the Library of Congress. Exhibitions have included the Fleming Museum of Art, Billings Farm & Museum, Bennington Museum, the Vermont State House, and the Leica Gallery Boston, with additional solo shows continuing into 2026.
Beyond his personal practice, JuanCarlos served for six years as Director of Arts Programming at IBA Boston, New England’s largest Latinx nonprofit, leading community-driven arts and cultural initiatives.
When not on assignment, JuanCarlos is a marathoner and avid tennis player. He has completed 11 marathons including Paris, Stockholm, Big Sur, and six Boston Marathons as well as a 375-mile cycling journey around Puerto Rico
Upcoming projects:
- Puerto Rico Female Farmers: The Impact due to Global Warming
- Vermont showing at Bryan Memorial Gallery, Fall 2026
This episode explores storytelling with intention, honoring lived experience, and what it means to photograph people and places with care.
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Ep 84 - A Follow Up With Raheem Nelson
2025/12/26
In this follow-up episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, host Tyson Martin reconnects with Raheem Nelson, a photographer whose work continues to evolve through intention, patience, and a deep commitment to honest visual storytelling.
Since his first appearance on the podcast, Raheem has remained focused on refining his photographic voice, leaning into long-term projects, personal narrative, and the discipline required to stay present with the work. His images reflect a thoughtful balance between observation and emotion, capturing moments that feel lived-in rather than staged.
In this conversation, Tyson and Raheem discuss what has shifted since they last spoke, including creative growth, perspective, and the realities of sustaining a meaningful photographic practice over time. They explore long-term documentary work, navigating doubt, resisting external pressure, and why slowing down often leads to more truthful images.
This episode is for photographers and creatives interested in documentary photography, personal projects, creative longevity, and building a deeper relationship with their process rather than chasing outcomes.
If you believe photography is about attention, presence, and staying committed to the work even when no one is watching, this conversation offers grounded insight and inspiration.
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Ep 83 - A Follow Up With Jonathan Pitts-Wiley
2025/12/25
In this follow-up episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, host Tyson Martin reconnects with Jonathan Pitts Wiley, a photographer whose work continues to evolve through intention, observation, and long-term commitment to the craft.
Since his first appearance on the show, Jonathon has remained focused on refining his photographic voice,placing less emphasis on immediate outcomes and more on consistency, curiosity, and the quiet discipline required to build meaningful bodies of work. His approach reflects a deeper relationship with time, presence, and the environments he photographs.
In this conversation, Tyson and Jonathan discuss what has shifted since they last spoke, including creative growth, perspective, and the realities of staying engaged with photography over the long haul. They explore long-term projects, navigating uncertainty, trusting the process, and why honest work often develops slowly, away from attention or metrics.
This episode is for photographers and creatives interested in documentary photography, personal projects, creative sustainability, and developing a deeper, more intentional relationship with their work.
If you believe photography is about learning how to see, not just producing images, this conversation offers grounded insight and thoughtful perspective.
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Ep 82 - A Follow Up With Larry Everage.
2025/12/24
In this follow-up episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, host Tyson Martin sits down once again with Larry Everage, a photographer whose career bridges deeply personal documentary work and iconic moments in music and culture.
Since his first appearance on the podcast, Larry has continued to refine a photographic approach rooted in patience, trust, and long-term vision. His work is known for its honesty and restraint, whether documenting everyday life or working closely with influential artists such as Wu-Tang Clan, where access, respect, and storytelling responsibility are paramount.
In this conversation, Tyson and Larry reflect on what has evolved since they last spoke, creatively, professionally, and personally. They discuss photographing within culturally significant spaces, maintaining authenticity under pressure, sustaining long-term projects, and why meaningful work often comes from staying grounded rather than chasing visibility.
This episode is ideal for photographers and creatives interested in documentary photography, music and culture, long-term personal projects, and building a career that balances cultural relevance with personal integrity.
If you’re drawn to photography as a tool for documenting real moments, whether in everyday life or alongside legendary artists, this conversation offers rare insight and perspective.
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Ep 81 - A Follow Up With Michael Taylor
2025/12/23
In this follow-up episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, host Tyson Martin reconnects with Michael Taylor, a photographer whose work continues to evolve through patience, intention, and long-term commitment.
Since his first appearance on the show, Michael has been refining not only his photographic approach, but his relationship to the creative process itself. His work reflects a deeper understanding of time, restraint, and presence, focusing less on outcomes and more on showing up consistently with curiosity and care.
In this conversation, Michael and Tyson discuss how his perspective has shifted since they last spoke, touching on long-term photography projects, navigating self-doubt, slowing down in a fast-paced creative world, and trusting the quiet moments between frames. They explore the discipline required to continue creating without external validation and why meaningful photographic work is often built far from the spotlight.
This episode is ideal for photographers and creatives interested in documentary photography, personal projects, creative sustainability, and developing a deeper connection to their work over time.
If you’re drawn to photography as a practice of awareness, patience, and personal growth, this conversation offers thoughtful insight and grounded inspiration.
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Ep 80 - A Follow Up With Ben Tobin
2025/12/22
In this follow-up episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, host Tyson Martin sits down once again with Ben Tobin, a Spokane-based photographer known for his honest, grounded approach to documenting everyday life.
Since his first appearance on the podcast, Ben has continued to deepen his long-term photographic work centered around Spokane. Capturing the quiet moments, overlooked spaces, and subtle human connections that define a place beyond the surface. His work is rooted in patience, presence, and a deep respect for community, proving that powerful storytelling doesn’t require distant travel, only attention and commitment.
In this conversation, Ben and Tyson discuss the evolution of Ben’s creative process, the importance of photographing where you live, and how slowing down has shaped both his images and mindset. They explore long-term projects, resisting creative pressure, building trust with your environment, and why documenting your local community can be one of the most meaningful paths in photography.
This episode is for photographers and creatives interested in documentary photography, street photography, long-term personal projects, and finding purpose through honest visual storytelling.
If you believe photography is about more than images, about connection, presence, and community, this conversation will resonate deeply.
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Ep 79 - Kyle McDougall on Documentary Photography, Long-Term Projects, and Creative Clarity
2025/12/10
In this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, we sit down with documentary and landscape photographer Kyle McDougall, whose work explores the intersections of place, history, and time. Originally from Ontario, Canada and now based in the United Kingdom, Kyle is known for his quiet, observational approach to storytelling—capturing rural environments, overlooked towns, and landscapes shaped by memory and change.
Kyle began his career as a cinematographer and editor in the outdoor television industry before moving into commercial and documentary filmmaking. In 2017, he shifted his focus fully to photography, dedicating himself to long-term projects and sharing his creative process through his widely followed YouTube channel.
His first monograph, “An American Mile,” released in 2023, reflects five years of documenting small towns across the American Southwest, offering an intimate look at landscapes often passed by but rarely examined up close.
We talk about Kyle’s evolution as an artist, the discipline behind multi-year photo projects, the balance between creativity and clarity, and what he’s discovering through his current work on the Slate Landscapes of North Wales and the lost airfields of the Royal Air Force in WW2.
If you're passionate about documentary photography, long-form storytelling, or the quiet craft of observing the world more deeply, this conversation will stay with you.
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Ep 78 - Rachael Galipo on Creativity, Vulnerability, and Life Behind and In Front of the Camera
2025/12/03
Rachael Galipo is a photographer, model, and director whose work blends spirit, play, and deep human connection. Her creative journey has taken her across Chile’s rugged landscapes, into the canyons of Colombia documenting climbers forging new paths, and on 15 day road trips shooting tourism campaigns with crews she meets along the way. Her energy and enthusiasm shape every project she touches, making her a powerful presence both on and off set.
Rachael moves fluidly between roles behind and in front of the camera. As a model, she has worked with brands such as Mobil 1, TNF, Visit Utah, and Pickler. As a photographer, she captures people, places, and stories with vulnerability and intention. She believes that shifting between roles in the industry gives her a deeper understanding of storytelling and keeps creativity fun.
When she’s not on assignment, Rachael is outdoors or exploring passion projects. She often shoots with a large format film camera gifted by her uncle, reconnecting with the roots of the craft and the joy of slowing down. For her, photography is about process, presence, and connection.
In this episode we explore creativity, identity, vulnerability, and the power of seeing the world from both sides of the lens.
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Ep 77 - Inside Transience: Danielle L. Goldstein and Caroline Goldstein on Art, Memory, and Narrative
2025/11/26
Today , we’re joined by two creatives whose collaboration bridges photography and storytelling with rare clarity and depth.
Danielle L. Goldstein is an NYC-based photographer whose work has been exhibited in galleries around the world. Her images have appeared in numerous photography publications, and her work resides in the permanent collection of The Museum of the City of New York. Her eye is grounded in honesty and intuition,
Caroline Goldstein is a writer, editor, and the author of The Wayside (under Caroline Wolff). She holds an MFA in Fiction from New York University, where she also taught undergraduate creative writing. Living and working in downtown Manhattan, her writing blends precision, emotion, and thoughtful narrative craft.
Transience, Danielle’s debut monograph — a project where Danielle shapes the visual language and Caroline brings voice to the imagery, weaving words and photographs into a single vision.
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Book: Transience
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Book: The Wayside
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