The MOOD Podcast podcast

The MOOD Podcast

In The MOOD Podcast, Matt Jacob, renowned cultural portrait photographer, dives deep into the world of photography and the visual arts, with guests from all around the creative industry, across all parts of the globe, sharing inspiring stories and experiences that will leave you wanting more. With years of experience and a passion for storytelling, Matt has become a master of capturing lesser-told human stories through his photography, and teams up with other special artists from around the world to showcase insights, experiences and opinions within the diverse and sometimes controversial photography world. You can watch these podcasts on his Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mattyj_ay.You can also follow Matt's work on his Instagram @mattyj_ay and his website: https://mattjacobphotography.com.

In The MOOD Podcast, Matt Jacob, renowned cultural portrait photographer, dives deep into the world of photography and the visual arts, with guests from all around the creative industry, across all parts of the globe, sharing inspiring stories and experiences that will leave you wanting more. With years of experience and a passion for storytelling, Matt has become a master of capturing lesser-told human stories through his photography, and teams up with other special artists from around the world to showcase insights, experiences and opinions within the diverse and sometimes controversial photography world. You can watch these podcasts on his Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mattyj_ay.You can also follow Matt's work on his Instagram @mattyj_ay and his website: https://mattjacobphotography.com.

 

#128

The Photographer Who Puts Humanity on Trial: Nick Brandt on Sentience, Power, and Responsibility.

British photographer and environmental storyteller Nick Brandt joins the show for a raw, e... more

10 Dec 2025

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:59

10 Dec 2025


#127

The Collapse of the American Dream - Photography as Witness: Bryan Schutmaat, E104

Bryan Schutmaat  is a photographer, publisher, and quiet poet of the American West. Known ... more

26 Nov 2025

1 HR 35 MINS

1:35:03

26 Nov 2025


#126

What Can We Trust About The Past And Why It Still Shapes Our Work: Kent Andreasen, EP103

<a href='https://www.kentandreasen.com/'>Kent Andreasen</a>, a Cape Town-based photographe... more

12 Nov 2025

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:50

12 Nov 2025


#125

How Photography Helped Him Survive Not Belonging Anywhere: Marshall To, EO102

”What if the stories that shape us are the ones we can't remember?" Marshall To, a photogr... more

05 Nov 2025

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:44

05 Nov 2025


#124

Why Photography Works Better When You Stop Faking It - Phil Sharp, E101

Phil Sharp, an award winning British portrait photographer, talks about the human core of ... more

29 Oct 2025

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:33

29 Oct 2025


#123

Do you need a massive following to build a sustainable creative career? Moments of Mood 3.0

Welcome to another episode of Moments of Mood, this time about how to monetise - even just... more

15 Oct 2025

28 MINS

28:27

15 Oct 2025


#122

Is Creativity Enough? Chris Do's advice for creatives, content, and The Futur - E100

“If you don’t value yourself, why should anyone else?” Chris Do is an Emmy-award-winning d... more

08 Oct 2025

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:08

08 Oct 2025


#121

How to Stay Relevant as a Photographer in the Age of AI , Moments of Mood 2.9

What happens when the world is flooded with AI images, tools, and “perfect” feeds?In this ... more

24 Sep 2025

33 MINS

33:24

24 Sep 2025


#120

Ami Vitale's Vision to Use Photography for Real-World Impact, E099

Step into the world of Ami Vitale, National Geographic photographer, filmmaker, and founde... more

10 Sep 2025

1 HR 09 MINS

1:09:17

10 Sep 2025


#119

The Secret Behind Joel Grimes’ Iconic Photography Style, E098

Joel Grimes doesn’t just take photographs, he creates illusions that make the impossible f... more

03 Sep 2025

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:03

03 Sep 2025


#118

The Reality of Finding Your Voice as a Photographer - Ed Sykes, E097

Ed Sykes has lived many chapters through photography — from the chaos of war zones and the... more

19 Aug 2025

1 HR 27 MINS

1:27:27

19 Aug 2025


#117

Ask Me Anything: Everything You Wanted to Know About Life & Photography - Moments of Mood, 2.8

I’m answering your questions about photography, creativity, and what keeps me motivated in... more

12 Aug 2025

44 MINS

44:38

12 Aug 2025


#116

The Truth About Building a Career in Photography - Vanessa Joy E096

She’s built a photography business that spans decades, continents, and platforms — but beh... more

05 Aug 2025

54 MINS

54:18

05 Aug 2025


#115

Why Most Creatives Burn Out While Building a Business - Shane Vitaly, E095

If you're building something and wondering how to do it without losing yourself, or if you... more

29 Jul 2025

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:02

29 Jul 2025


#114

What Happens When Architecture Meets the Camera? - Stephen Karlisch, E094

"My photographs don't grow up dreaming of being pixels." What does it mean to make timeles... more

15 Jul 2025

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:23

15 Jul 2025


#113

The Performance Trap and Creative Amnesia - Moments of Mood, 2.7

That familiar question we all dread - "So, what do you do?" - is more than small talk. It'... more

11 Jul 2025

18 MINS

18:37

11 Jul 2025


#112

Searching for Lost Color: Jake Paul White, E093

"I was one of those kids who really struggled at school... creativity was my saviour." Jak... more

01 Jul 2025

1 HR 06 MINS

1:06:12

01 Jul 2025


#111

How I’d Learn Photography in 2025 (If I Were Starting from Scratch) - Moments of Mood, 2.6

Welcome back to another episode of Moments of Mood, and this week I break down how I would... more

24 Jun 2025

14 MINS

14:51

24 Jun 2025


#110

If You Feel Blocked Creatively, This Might Be Why: Ryan Moresby-White, EO92

"If you're not waking up excited about your path, it might be time to ask different questi... more

17 Jun 2025

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:52

17 Jun 2025


#109

The number one reason you can't find your voice as an artist, and how I found mine - Moments of Mood...

In this special episode of Moments of Mood, I’m sharing my keynote speech from the Global ... more

10 Jun 2025

24 MINS

24:44

10 Jun 2025


#108

Think You’re Not Ready? This Photographer Says Start Anyway - Mitchell Kanashkevich, E091

"Sometimes the photo is the excuse - the real gift is the connection." ___________ Mitchel... more

03 Jun 2025

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:08

03 Jun 2025


#107

From Private Jets to Creative Freedom: My $0 to Studio Life Story - Moments of Mood 2.4

This is the story of how I walked away from a life that looked perfect on paper to create ... more

27 May 2025

32 MINS

32:24

27 May 2025


#106

How to Find Your Voice as an Artist - Jaymin Patel, EO90

"If you don't find your voice, you're probably not contributing to the evolution of humani... more

20 May 2025

1 HR 38 MINS

1:38:57

20 May 2025


#105

The Photography lessons that changed everything for me - Moments of Mood, 2.3.

“The most powerful images you’ll ever create won’t come from pressing the shutter. They’ll... more

13 May 2025

15 MINS

15:22

13 May 2025


#104

The Hidden Cost of Chasing Success in Photography: What They Don’t Tell You - Erik Almas, E89

“I Don’t Think Photography Will Survive — But I Will.”___________ Erik Almas is a legendar... more

06 May 2025

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:27

06 May 2025


#103

The Hidden Impact of Tariffs on Photography - is it too late? Moments of Mood, 2.2

At the time of posting, things are retreating in the tariff landscape but still, the US go... more

29 Apr 2025

10 MINS

10:13

29 Apr 2025


#102

From Chronic Pain to Creative Power: Simon Baxter, EO88

"There's more to happiness than just a great photograph." What if the most powerful photo ... more

22 Apr 2025

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:39

22 Apr 2025


#101

Why Trust Matters More Than Technique in Portrait Photography - Moments of Mood, 2.1

In this episode of Moments of Mood, I talk about something that many people ask me about: ... more

15 Apr 2025

09 MINS

09:02

15 Apr 2025