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The Stalman PodcastGear of the Year, 2025Tyler and Jordan Drake of PetaPixel catch up on the year with the best in tech, cameras, apps and more in the 11th annual Gear of the Year episode
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2025-12-291h 02The Stalman PodcastGear of the Year 2024, with Jordan DrakeIn this episode, Tyler and Jordan Drake celebrate the 10th annual Gear of the Year, covering 2024’s top tech, including audio devices, JPEG XL’s impact on photography, and the best photo and video cameras. They dive into gaming, AI’s role in single-player experiences, health optimization, and evolving camera technology. The discussion wraps with predictions for photography, videography, better HDR standards, and iPhone filmmaking’s rise.
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2024-12-301h 18The Stalman PodcastDesigning the Stalman Clamp, with Brandon PetersonHow I designed the Stalman Clam. the first vertical iPhone clamp with Kondor Blue
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2024-02-0331 minThe Stalman PodcastGear of the Year 2023, with Petapixel's Jordan DrakeThe 9th Annual Gear of the Year Awards, with Jordan Drake of Petapixel
Best Tech Product
Jordan: SmallRig V-mount battery
Tyler: iPhone 15 Pro
Best App
Jordan: Blackmagic Camera
Tyler: Photoshop Generative Fill
Best Photo Camera
Jordan: Leica Q3
Tyler: Fuji GFX 100 II
Best Hybrid Camera
Jordan: Nikon Z8
Tyler: Lumix S5II X
Best Video Camera
Jordan: Ronin 4D 8K
Tyler:
Best Podcast
Jordan: The Big Picture Podcast
Tyler: The Rest is History
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2023-12-311h 08The Stalman PodcastM2 MacBook Pros, with Apple's Kate Bergeron & Doug BrooksTalking to Apple's Kate Bergeron, VP of Hardware Engineering and Doug Brooks, Mac Product Marketing about the new M2 MacBook Pros
Watch the episodeLinks:Tyler's M2 Max review
2023-01-2334 minThe Stalman PodcastCameras and Gimbals in Hawaii, with Matt PierceTesting the Fuji X-H2S, Ronin RS3 and the fall of Instagram
Watch the video Links:Tyler Stalman - Take a Hike | EP 08
2022-08-2150 minThe Stalman PodcastWWDC in Person, with Matt MonizOur first impressions trying the M2 MacBook Air and how we really feel about the new iOS and MacOS features.
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Matthew Moniz.Links:Matt's MacBook Air M2 Hands-OnTyler's WWDC video
2022-06-151h 09The Stalman PodcastGear of the Year 2021, with Jordan Drake of DP ReviewThe best of the best in 2021
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Tech product
Tyler - M1 MacBook Pro
Jordan - M1 iMac
Photo camera
Tyler - Canon R5
Jordan - Fuji GFX 100s
Hybrid camera
Tyler - Sony A7IV
Jordan - Nikon Z9
Video camera
Tyler - Canon C70
Jordan - DJI ronin 4d
Podcast
Tyler - Dithering
Jordan - Fall of Civilizations
Movie
Tyler - Get Back
Jordan - West Side Story
2022-01-081h 11The Stalman PodcastHands on M1 Max MacBook Pro, with Stephen HackettOne week with Apple's truly pro laptop
Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Stephen Hackett.Sponsored By:Privacy: Smarter payments. Get $5 to spend on your first purchase.Flipboard: Follow my curated newsLinks:Tyler's M1 Max MacBook Pro video
2021-10-271h 11The Stalman PodcastColorful Macs, with Sara DietschyTalk to Sara Dietschy about Apple's new iMac, iPad Pro and AirTags from their spring event
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Sara Dietschy.Sponsored By:Flipboard: Follow my curated newsMixKit: Free assets for your next video projectLinks:Sara Dietschy - YouTubeTyler's Apple event coverage on YouTubeApple Podcasts launches in-app subscriptions - The VergeApple AirTags are about so much more than finding your keys | WIRED UK
2021-04-221h 07The Stalman PodcastFilmmaking Career Advice, with Valentina VeeHow to get started and thrive as a filmmaker, with special guest Valentina Vee
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Valentina Vee.Sponsored By:MixKit: Free assets for your next video projectStalman Presets: For $20 get the Lightroom presets Tyler uses for his commercial work and a 30 min training tutorial
2021-03-291h 06The Stalman PodcastCanon C70, with Jesse DriftwoodYouTuber Jesse Driftwood joins us to talk about everything C70, C200 and ADHD.
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Jesse Driftwood.Links:The Stalman LUTs
2021-03-121h 25The Stalman PodcastGear of the Year 2020The best tech and camera gear of 2020 as chosen by Tyler, Jordan Drake of DPReview and Patrick Tomasso
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Tyler's Winners
Computer. MacBook Air
App: Notion
Stills camera: Canon R5
Hybrid camera: Canon R5
Video camera: Red Komodo
Accessory: AirPods Pro
Jordan's Winners
Computer: Macbook Air M1
App: YouTube Studio
Stills Camera: Canon R5
Hybrid Camera - Panasonic S5/ Sony a7S III
Video Camera - Canon C70
Movie/Show - Little America
Book - Language Of The Lens
2021-01-071h 20The Stalman PodcastGet Ready for 2021, with Caleb WojcikTalking to Caleb Wokcik about how filmmakers, photographers and creators can be prepared for 2021 then dig in to his experiecnes with the Canon C70.
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Caleb Wojcik.Sponsored By: Zenni: Cool affordable online glassesLinks:Understanding ProRAWTyler's PS5 videoCaleb's C70 video
2020-12-231h 33The Stalman PodcastTime Flies Apple Event, with Casey LissApple announced new watches, iPad airs and services and if you look closely you can see hints what we can expect from the iPhone 12.
Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Casey Liss.Links:Thoughts on Apple Announcements - YouTube
2020-09-171h 29The Stalman PodcastThe Reality of Desk Setups, with Justin TseTalking to YouTuber Justin Tse about what it takes to make a really great desk setup, becase what we see online isn't always what works in reality. Special Guest: Justin Tse.Sponsored By:The Intrazone: Your bi-weekly conversation and interview podcast hosted by the SharePoint teamLinks:Modern IKEA Desk Setup Makeover - YouTubeWhy Filmmakers Should Worry About Infrared Light - YouTube
2020-09-1058 minThe Stalman PodcastRed Komodo: 6k for $6k, with Dave MazeTalking to the new host of Indy Mogul Dave Maze and start off with some video news, but things get interesting when we talk about our experiences shooting Red's new $6,000 6k camera, the Komodo.Special Guest: David Altizer.Sponsored By:Wireframe: A podcast all about how UX can help technology fit into our lives. Listen now.The Intrazone: Your bi-weekly conversation and interview podcast hosted by the SharePoint teamLinks:Red Komodo - Indy Mogul YouTuberTyler's Red Komodo video - YouTube
2020-09-041h 28The Stalman PodcastMac vs PC and the New 27" iMac, with Matt MonizWindows PC expert Matt Moniz joins me to review the new 27" iMac 2020, and keep the Mac vs PC battle raging. And at the end I have a surprise conteder for my next camera.Special Guest: Matthew Moniz.Sponsored By:Paperlike: The iPad Screen Protector: write and draw like on paper.GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBTQ Equality. Try the rainbow mask face filter on Instagram.Links:
2020-08-161h 09The Stalman PodcastDon't Buy Cameras, with Tommy CallawayThe big camera gear announcements keep coming, Tommy Callaway is here to talk about the Sony A7S III, Canon R5/R6 followup and the Aputure Nova 300
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Special Guest: Tommy Callaway.Sponsored By:Wireframe: A podcast all about how UX can help technology fit into our lives. Listen now.Links:The SONY a7S III: A Technical MASTERPIECE! - YouTubeTommy's review of the Aputure Nova 300Problem with RGB Lights - YouTube
2020-07-311h 11The Stalman PodcastNext-gen Cameras and Computers, with Rene RitchieTalking to Rene Ritchie about the Canon's huge new camera announcements, the transition to Apple Silicon, and our wishlists for Final Cut Pro X.
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Rene Ritchie.Sponsored By:The Intrazone: Your bi-weekly conversation and interview podcast hosted by the SharePoint teamLinks:Canon R6 review from DPReview
2020-07-161h 03The Stalman PodcastTech Tools for Creatives, with Matti HaapojaTalking to Matti Haapoja about more of Apple's WWDC 2020 updates, Canon cameras and Matti's experiments with vlogging
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Matti Haapoja.
2020-07-041h 15The Stalman PodcastThe Mac Will Never Be the Same: WWDC 2020, with Stephen HackettTalking to Stephen Hacket about how the Apple silicon transition will change everything for creators
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Stephen Hackett.Links:WWDC 2020 Keynote
2020-06-251h 04The Stalman PodcastCommercials We Love, with Adam Lisagor (Sandwich Video)Adam Lisagor is the founder and a director at my favourite video agency, Sandwich. We talk filmmaking, marketing and tech.
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Adam Lisagor.Sponsored By:The Intrazone: Your bi-weekly conversation and interview podcast hosted by the SharePoint teamLinks:You Look Nice Today, California KingThe Stalman Podcast, Ep 73 - Noah KalinaSandwich (Video)Pink Moon VW commercialThe First iPod Commercial iPhone SE Unboxing video (Adam is a mood)Adam's favourite pen - Pilot G210Sandwich WFH video for SlackAdam's YouTube videoTop Secret magnifying glass sceneAds That Cost $111,000...
2020-06-171h 17The Stalman PodcastThrough the Lens of a Black Photographer, with Simbarashe ChaSimbarashe Cha talks about documenting the Black Lives Matter demonstrations, freelancing for the New York times and his experiences working as a black photographer.
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Simbarashe Cha.Links:@ruddyroye • Instagram@modehunter • Instagram@adrienneraquel • Instagram@nadineijewere • Instagram@goldiewilliams_ • Instagram@xxjmitch • Instagram@naskademini • InstagramNew York Times features Simbarashe's photos
2020-06-071h 12The Stalman PodcastIs the Camera Industry Doomed? with Jordan DrakeTalking to DPReview TV's Jordan Drake about the Sony ZV-1, the state of the camera industry, and of coure Harry Potter. Recorded on May 26, 2020Special Guest: Jordan Drake.Links:Tyler's Sony ZV-1 reviewDPReview Sony ZV-1 reviewFilmConvert NitrateA Walk Down to Water - Trailer
2020-06-031h 01The Stalman PodcastLearn to do Anything, with Ali AbdaalA lot of the guests on this show are YouTubers but Ali Abdaal not only has an incredible channel where he talks about tech, productivity and book reviews, he's also a Cambridge University medicine graduate and now works as ajunior doctor in the UK's National Health Service. I want to know how he has time to do it all.
Watch Ali's podcast videoSpecial Guest: Ali Abdaal.Sponsored By:CleanMyMac X Promo Code: stalmanLinks:Not Overthinking, Ali's podcastSong a Day by Jonathan MannOtter AI transcription serviceStocksy - stock photo...
2020-05-181h 05The Stalman PodcastVirtual Production is Here, with Matt WorkmanYour favorite film franchises are all delayed but studios still need to create new content for us to watch. Cinematographer Matt Workman has been hard at work building a Hollywood level production studio at home using maintstream gear.
Watch the video of the podcastSpecial Guest: Matt Workman.Sponsored By:CleanMyMac X Promo Code: stalmanModern Workplace by Microsoft
2020-05-101h 11The Stalman PodcastDiscretionary Spending, with Jacques SladeSat down with Jacques Slade to talk about the huge shifts we expect to see in consumer culture, when is the right time to wear a Rolex and some of our favorite tools for creating videos.
Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Jacques Slade.Sponsored By:Modern Workplace by Microsoft
2020-04-2359 minThe Stalman PodcastWhat to Create Right Now, with iJustineiJustine has been creating tech videos since before YouTubers were a thing, so I asked what creators can do while we're all staying home. Turns out it involves giving ourselves haircuts and playing Animal Crossing.
Watch the video version of the episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcCQ7641-xA&t=4sSpecial Guest: Justine Ezarik.Links:Justine's tweet "What do you guys think is most important for influencers to be doing right now? "Justine's iPad Pro Unboxing and Review - YouTubeLEGO Mario! - YouTube
2020-04-1147 minThe Stalman PodcastTech and the Pandemic, with Sam ShefferTalking to Sam Sheffer about how Covid-19 changed the world, New York City, and what to expect from tech companies in 2020.
And a little bit of sunshine in all this, the brand new iPad Pro.
Links:Inside NYC During the Coronavirus Shutdown - Sam on YouTubeBenj Haisch (@benjhaisch) / TwitterMatt Workman (@cinedatabase) / Twitter
2020-04-011h 10The Stalman PodcastTime for Everyone to Learn How to Stream, with Alex LindsayWith most of the world suddenly spending all our time in our homes the we communiate online isn't just for creative enthusiasts, it's critical for professional and personl relationships. Alex Lindsay is a co-host of MacBreak Weekly and expert in streaming systems for everyone from major to conferences to Obama, and we had a great conversation about what everybody can to better when we go live.
Special Guest: Alex Lindsay.Links:Work with Alex & 090 MEDIA ZoomMoney Stories Podcast, with Ania B
2020-03-2559 minThe Stalman PodcastCamera Specs That Matter, with Gerald UndoneGerald Undone came by the studio to do a tour and record a podcast, and we went through all the most important specs of a video camera in 2020.Special Guest: Gerald Undone.Links:78: The full video episode on YouTubeTyler Stalman's SLEEK & STYLISH YouTube Studio (Studios Undone #5) - YouTube
2020-03-171h 07The Stalman PodcastSoft Light, with Spenser SakuraiClearing up confusion about shaping light with cinematographer Spenser SakuraiSpecial Guest: Spenser Sakurai.Sponsored By:Timing: The automatic time tracking app for macOS. Use this link to save 10% on your purchase.
2020-03-131h 09The Stalman PodcastStory Promise, with Iz & Johnny HarrisTelling stories, taking photos and getting organized with Iz and Johnny HarrisSpecial Guests: Iz Harris and Johnny Harris.Sponsored By:Backblaze: Unlimited cloud backup for Macs and PCs for just $6/month.Links:Bright Trip – Online courses for travelersCanon development of EOS R5Adrian Bliss - YouTubeEp28 with Iz & Johnny
2020-02-201h 13The Stalman PodcastCinematic Lighting, Fuji X100V and GoProReviewing the new Fuji X100V, the GoPro Hero 8 and what photographers get wrong with lighting for video.
And I am sooo excited about our new SmallHD Wirless Monitors.Sponsored By:Timing: The automatic time tracking app for macOS. Use this link to save 10% on your purchase.Links:Samples from the FujiX100V - TwitterFuji X100V - Lee Zavitz reviewSnowmobiling with GoPro Hero 8 - Instagram WanderingDP podcastCinematic lighting by Spenser Sakurai - YouTubeSmallHD Cine 7 Monitor
2020-02-1052 minThe Stalman PodcastProduction Gear, with Justin TseHands on sight the Mac Pro, Canon 1Dx pre-orders and some of our favourite new gear. Special Guest: Justin Tse.Sponsored By:Timing: The automatic time tracking app for macOS. Use this link to save 10% on your purchase.Links:iPhone 11 Pro Max Smart Battery CaseCanon EOS-1D X Mark III180W Bi-Color LED Panel — D&O LightingD&O 900W BatteryJustin's Mac Pro videoHD-TX – Deity MicrophonesAputure C300d II lightKnives Out Cinematography with Steve Yedlin - Go Creative Show
2020-01-291h 03The Stalman PodcastEveryday, with Noah KalinaIt's incredibly exciting for to be able to have my favorite photographer on the show. Noah took a photo of himself every day for 20 years, but he's also a well rounded creative with a huge body of commercial work. We talk about creativity, cameras and chickens.Special Guest: Noah Kalina.Links:Noah takes a photo of himself every day for 20 years - YouTubeNoah takes a photo of himself every day for 6 years. - YouTubeEveryday for iPhone - YouTubeDueling Cameras with Adam LisagorCarly Comando, musicianNoah's chicken photography (@tiny_flock)Noah's Warby Parker commercial
2020-01-221h 18The Stalman PodcastGear of the Year 2019, with Jordan DrakeOur picks for the best cameras, computers and gadgets in 2019Special Guest: Jordan Drake.Links:DPReview TV: The best and worst of 20194K vs HD on EOS R | Can you ACTUALLY see the difference?Armondo: Canon EOS R + Atomos Ninja V = Baby Canon C200!
2020-01-071h 17The Stalman PodcastCanon R and The Rise of Skywalker, with Rob Mitchelson & Jason EngTyler has a new camera and we all have a new Star Wars.Special Guests: Jason Eng and Rob Mitchelson.Links:Rob Mitchelson's websiteJason Eng 's websiteCanon vs Sony video coloursThe Stalman Podcast - The Last Jedi
2019-12-301h 14The Stalman Podcast8K Mac Pro Workflow, with James TonkinCinematographer James Tonkin walks us through using the new Mac Pro and Pro Disyplay XDR in his 8K Red raw workflow. Special Guest: James Tonkin.Sponsored By:CleanMyMac X: Clean, protect and speed up your Mac Promo Code: STALMAN20Links:AMAZING GRACE - Official Trailer - Aretha Franklin Concert Film - YouTubeMac Pro price comparison - Max Tech James' cinematography reelPrince covers Radiohead at CoachellaFoo Fighters at Wembley Stadium
2019-12-181h 12The Stalman PodcastYear of the Pro, with Myke HurleyI've been reviewing the MacBook Pro 16-inch and podcasting pro Myke Hurley is back to talk about it. We also cover shooting HDR night mode panoramas on the iPhone 11 and my new backup strategy. Special Guest: Myke Hurley.Sponsored By:CleanMyMac X: Clean, protect and speed up your Mac Promo Code: STALMAN20nPhoto: Professional quality prints, books and albums, click for 75% off!Links:Tyler's HDR night mode panorama photoMacBook Pro 16-Inch review on YouTubeiPhone 11 Smart Battery CaseMyke Hurley's InstagramSynology DS1819+iPhone 11 ad featuring The Stalman Podcast
2019-11-291h 11The Stalman Podcast16" MacBook Pro, with Rene RitchieRene Ritchie has his hands on the new 16" MacBook Pro, Tyler gives his mini review of the AirPods Pro, follow up on the stolen iphone and Star Wars on Disney+Special Guest: Rene Ritchie.
2019-11-1459 minThe Stalman PodcastMy Stolen iPhone 11, with Sam ElkinsI hate to say it, but someone took my iPhone. I brought the talented Samuel Elkins on to hear my sad story, and then we talked about cameras, photo tips and answered your questions that came through #AskStalman.Special Guest: Samuel Elkins.Sponsored By:nPhoto: Professional quality prints, books and albums, click for 75% off!Links:Jonathan Morrison - The Stalman Podcast Sam's iPhone 11 reviewTyler on Connected podcast - VSCO
2019-11-081h 09The Stalman PodcastDeep Fusion and iOS 13, with Federico ViticciThe best new features of iOS 13 according to Federico Viticci and a preview of the increidble new Deep Fusion camera mode on iPhone 11.Special Guest: Federico Viticci.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:iOS and iPadOS 13 Review Extras: eBooks, Wallpapers, Shortcuts, Podcasts, and Making Of - MacStories@viticci on InstagramA Comprehensive Guide to All 120+ Settings URLs Supported by iOS and iPadOS 13.1 - MacStoriesFilmic ProSpark CameraTyler on TikTokTyler's mom's art website: Caran MagawFirst Deep Fusion testsClips app
2019-10-041h 08The Stalman PodcastCamera Camp, with Gerald Undone and Dunna Did ItI'm at Sony Camera Camp with 100 other YouTubers so I brought on guests Gerald Undone and Dunna Did It to talk about the latest Sony cameras, the iPhone 11 and common photography confusions.Special Guests: Dunna and Gerald Undone.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:@cameracamplife on InstagramCamera Camp | Sony | Alpha UniverseGerald's Aperture & f-stop Myths Debunked videoGerald's Mixing Frame Rates videoDunna's Osmo Action ND filters videoDunna's First thoughts the Sony a6600 & a6100 video
2019-09-301h 03The Stalman PodcastFirst Day of Photos on iPhone 11, with Casey LissI got the iPhone 11 and 11 Pro a couple days early and took photos around New York City to test it out.Special Guest: Casey Liss.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhone
2019-09-1957 minThe Stalman PodcastiPhone 11 Keynote, with Sebastiaan de WithThe iPhone 11 has been announced so we're going deep on all the photography and video festuresSpecial Guest: Sebastiaan de With.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:September Event 2019 — Apple
2019-09-111h 05The Stalman PodcastShooting Raw and JPG, with Simbarashe ChaSony announced the a6600 and a6100, Canon the 90D and M6II. Then we talk about when you should (or should not) shoot your photos in raw.
If you want your questions answered on the podcast tweet with the hashtag #AskStalmanSpecial Guest: Simbarashe Cha.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:Simbarashe's portfolioSimbarashe on InstagramSimbarashe on VimeoSony a6600Sony a6100Sony E 16-55mm f2.8Canon EOS 90DCanon EOS M6 Mark II
2019-09-021h 26The Stalman PodcastCamera Gear (but not cameras), with Jason EngTalking about non-camera innovations in photography like lighting, batteries, artificial intelligence and storage.Special Guest: Jason Eng.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:Lumen (unit) - WikipediaRIVER Portable Power Station by EcoFlow18650 battery - Google SearchFacetune2FaceAppLS C300d II – AputureManfrotto Nano Clamp 386B-1 B&H Photo VideoJason Eng PhotographyBowling RGB Vlogger light
2019-08-221h 04The Stalman PodcastGetting to Know Lightroom, with Rob SylvanMy old friend Rob Sylvan and author of Lightroom Classic for Dummies comes by to talk about Lightroom.Special Guest: Rob Sylvan.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:From the ACR Team: Introducing the Texture Control | Adobe BlogLightroom Classic For Dummies by Rob Sylvan
2019-08-0958 minThe Stalman PodcastThe Final Cut Pro X and Premiere Pro InterviewsAn unbiased conversation about video editing proffesionals choose the software that they use
Watch the YouTube video https://youtu.be/gEtqyfTx_jU
Thomas Grove Carter http://thomasgrovecarter.com
Johnny Harris https://www.youtube.com/johnnymangosteen
Matthew Moniz https://www.youtube.com/matthewmoniz1
Jonathan Morrison https://www.youtube.com/tldtodaySpecial Guests: Johnny Harris, Jonathan Morrison, Matthew Moniz, and Thomas Grove Carter.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhone
2019-07-2252 minThe Stalman PodcastReview All the Cameras! with Jordan Drake of DPReviewTVIt's simple, 2 minute reviews of every photo and video camera that I have any opinion about. Special Guest: Jordan Drake.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:Jordan buys a phone ft. Tyler Stalman - YouTubeCanon c200 to Arri Alexa LUT - mondobytes
2019-07-061h 06The Stalman PodcastA New Era for the Mac, with Stephen HackettWWDC 2019 will be one that we remember for a long time. Stephen Hackett is back to share is macspertise as we try to understand Apple's new world we're living in. Special Guest: Stephen Hackett.Sponsored By:Spark Camera: The quickest way to shoot and edit videos on your iPhoneLinks:A History of the Xserve: Apple’s One Rack Wonder – MacStoriesA History of the Xserve: Apple’s One Rack Wonder – MacStoriesThe Case for a 5K Thunderbolt Display – 512 PixelsNight of the living xMac | Ars TechnicaHere’s what creatives think of the new Mac Pro - The Ve...
2019-06-131h 13The Stalman PodcastWWDC19 and the New Mac ProWWDC is here again and there was so much announced that I barely have time to scratch the surface with Andreas Gailiunas of Pixelmator and filmmaker Olaf Blomerus, so we go over our initial impressions of the brand new Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR.Special Guest: Olaf Blomerus.Links:The T Stop Inn: The New Mac ProApple Design Awards Linus Tech Tips on Apple's New Mac Pro
2019-06-0658 minThe Stalman PodcastDevelopers Are Creators Too, with Casey LissEver thought about building an app? Casey Liss released his first indie app, Vignette and we talk about the road to becoming a developer. Special Guest: Casey Liss.Sponsored By:Stalman Presets: For $20 get the Lightroom presets Tyler uses for his commercial work and a 30 min training tutorialLinks:Vignette, Casey's contacts appDOS Manual.jpgCocoa Programming for Mac OSXCasey’s Post On Learning ProgrammingTicket to Ride board gameCrash Course Computer ScienceSlopes appEp 53 with Matt WorkmanStack OverflowGitHubRichard Stallman wikiBecky Hansmeyer, DeveloperSnapthread appFederico's Massive iPad article on MacStories — FEDERICO VITICCILumafusion, video app Tyler forgot the nam...
2019-05-281h 24The Stalman PodcastTravel, Apple & Game of ThronesWhere I've been, catching up with Apple, questions from listeners and my thoughts on the finally of Game of Thrones. Links:(4) Working with HLG / Sony Color Modes / Matching Picture Profiles - FAQ - YouTubeVideo Creators
2019-05-221h 10The Stalman PodcastFilmmaking in the Future, with Matt WorkmanMatt Workman, a.k.a. CinematographyDB, knows the old world of high end cinematography and is creating the future of filmmaking with his app/game Cine Tracer. Special Guest: Matt Workman.Sponsored By:Plot Devices: Turn your ideas into stories with the Storyclock Workbook and sketch out your shots with the Storyboard Notebook Promo Code: STALMAN20
2019-04-2254 minThe Stalman PodcastPortraits, Beauty and Retouching, with DruePhotoDrue Schnelle is taking beautiful portraits for his Instagram, cool behind the scenes for Johnathan Morrison, and is editing it all on his iPad Pro. We talk about all that and give some powerful retouching tips.Special Guest: Drue Schnelle.Sponsored By:Stalman Presets: For $20 get the Lightroom presets Tyler uses for his commercial work and a 30 min training tutorialLinks:LiteMat by LITEGEARAffinity Photo for iPad
2019-04-091h 02The Stalman PodcastWhat it Takes to Work as a Photographer, with Jason EngThere’s a lot to know if you want be be a creative professional and in this episode Jason Eng comes on to discuss what it takes to work as a photographer.Special Guest: Jason Eng.Sponsored By:Stalman Presets: For $20 get the Lightroom presets Tyler uses for his commercial work and a 30 min training tutorialLinks:Jason Eng PhotographyGoogle Pixel 2 vs. Hasselblad ft. Jason EngLowel Creator KitAputure Lightstorm COB 120D Godox SL-60W lightWandering DP podcast
2019-03-311h 20The Stalman PodcastPartners in Photography, with Ania B, Mallory and Luke LeasureIf you haven't heard, I run a photo and video business with my wife Ania. Sometimes it's the best, sometimes it's tough, but it was great to talk to another couple in a similar situation. Mallory and Luke Leasure are super talented photographers that shoot a mix of weddings and commercial, and had lots of wisdom to share. Links:Luke and Mallory | Portland Wedding PhotographerAnia B – Fashion, travel and lifestyle blogger
2019-03-191h 12The Stalman PodcastHow to be a Minimalist Creator, with Matt D'AvellaWhat happens when a tech savvy filmmaker loves expensive camera gear, but is also a minimalist? Matt D'Avella walks the fine line of owning the cutting edge without being consumed by it. Special Guest: Matt D'Avella.Links:The Era of Upgrades - YouTubeMatt's movie - Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things (Official Trailer) - YouTubeSound Devices MixPre-3 Audio Recorder/Mixer and USB MIXPRE-3 B&HThe Ground Up ShowBelkin F7U017bt Car Mount
2019-03-051h 04The Stalman PodcastBuy Your Way Into Being Good, with Armando Ferreira & Jesse DriftwoodBig gear upgrades feel great and can level up your work, but it can also be a way that we make excuses why we aren't creating our best work. Armando Ferreira lends his expertise as I think about upgrading to the Canon C200 and we call up Jesse Driftwood to find out why he's buying that same camera.Special Guests: Armando Ferreira and Jesse Driftwood.Links:Canon C200 vs Alexa MiniCropped sensors - Potato JetSharpness - Steve Yedlin
2019-02-241h 08The Stalman PodcastEdit Video Like a Pro, with Thomas Grove CarterWe're learning video editing super powers from high end commercial editor Thomas Grove Carter of Trim Editing. After this conversation I instantly overhauled my editing workflow.Special Guest: Thomas Grove Carter.Sponsored By:Epidemic Sound: All the music and sound effects a creator could ever needThe Camera Store: The best camera store in CanadaLinks:Thomas Grove Carter Final Cut Pro X - Editing at the speed of thought at FCPX World, London. on VimeoFinal Cut Pro 10.4 Core Training – Ripple Training — Thomas says "I make every new assistant at Trim watch the Core...
2019-02-151h 29The Stalman PodcastMake Money Making Videos, with Caleb WojcikRunning a video business is as fun as it is hard and I talked to Caleb Wojcik about how we do it. Special Guest: Caleb Wojcik.Sponsored By:Epidemic Sound: All the music and sound effects a creator could ever needKronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.Links:Wilkosz & Way use the 5DIISandwich Video - Small, medium and large budgetsCamera comparison: C200 and Alexa Mini — Image number 1 is the Canon, 2 is the Arri. They were matched using the Arri LUT and tweaked by eye.V...
2019-02-031h 36The Stalman PodcastYour Audio Should Sound Amazing, with Ray Ortega & Curtis JuddIf your audio is great people can forgive medicore video, but if it sounds bad people will turn it off. This episode we are talking with mic and preamp reviewer Curtis Judd and podcast producer Ray Ortega the simple secrets to audio production for some common situations.
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The priority for quick social media videos like Instagram stories is to keep it simple and sounding great. When...
2019-01-191h 46The Stalman PodcastThe Business of Internetting, with Stephen HackettStephen Hackett of Relay FM joins me to talk about the history of blogging, and open vs closed platforms, and making a living online.Special Guest: Stephen Hackett.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.The Camera Store: The best camera store in CanadaLinks:Stephen Hackett, Co-Founder Relay FM512 PixelsThe Twitch streamers who broadcast to no oneStratechery by Ben ThompsonAnia B – Fashion, travel and lifestyleMac Power Users podcastStephen's Mac collectionPower Macintosh 6300
2019-01-071h 24The Stalman PodcastGear of the Year 2018The best of everything 2018 holiday special, featuring Matt Gonzalaz, Cameron Whitman, and Jordan Drake.
Tyler's Picks
Computer: iMac Pro
App: Spark Camera
Stills camera: Sony A9
Video camera: Sony A7III
Accessory: DJI Mavic 2
Phone: iPhone XR/XS
Movie: Mission Impossible Fallout
Game: Spider-Man for PS4
Book: Lost Connections, by Johann Hari
Podcast: Omnibus!
Matt's Picks
Stills Camera: Fuji XT3
Video camera: BMPCC 4K
Phone: iPhone XS
Game: Red Dead Redemption 2
App: Booster Fuel / Lightroom CC
Computer: Surface Laptop 2
2018-12-311h 20The Stalman PodcastRe: Blind Camera Test, with Snazzy LabsThis week i made fast friends with YouTuber Quinn Nelson of Snazzy Labs talking about the MKBHD blind camera phone shootout that we appeared in and then look back on 2018 to see how Apple did.Special Guest: Quinn Nelson.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.The Camera Store: The best camera store in CanadaLinks:Snazzy Labs on YouTubeMKBHD Blind Smartphone Camera Test — This video is what the first half of the podcast is about, so I recommend at least skimming th...
2018-12-201h 22The Stalman PodcastCeiling of Effort, with Marco Arment & Casey LissMarco Arment and Casey Liss are hugely successful podcasters on The Accidental Tech Podcast, but they've got an itch to create videos and have started to upload more to their YouTube channels. We talk about getting started in a new medium, the gear that matters and what it takes to be interesting on camera. Special Guests: Casey Liss and Marco Arment.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.The Camera Store: The best camera store in CanadaLinks:Casey's YouTube channelMarco's YouTube...
2018-12-141h 08The Stalman PodcastCinematographer vs YouTuber, with Nick Thomas, DPMaking movies can mean a lot of different things. so we compared working with a full crew vs going solo. The gear, the business, and some tips for any shooter.Special Guest: Nick Thomas.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.The Camera Store: The best camera store in CanadaLinks:NICK THOMAS | DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHYA Memento of Life - Fuji X-T3Ads that cost $1,000, $10,000 and $100,000Steve Yedlin - On Color Science
2018-12-071h 14The Stalman PodcastReal Computers, with Myke HurleyWorking on the iPad Pro, Myke's adventures in video, and why we choose Apple.Special Guest: Myke Hurley.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.Links:Connected - Relay FMUpgrade - Relay FMPlaying for Fun - Relay FM iPad Pro Music Production by Johnathan MorrisonMyke's YouTube
2018-11-241h 07The Stalman PodcastCameras, phones & camera phones, with MKBHDMarques Brownlee – MKBHD, is the one guy you want to atalk to bout your next phone purchase. But he's not just a gadget guy, his YouTube videos have developed into filmmaking skills to where he could easily be directing commercials for the products he reviews.
We cover the 2018 iPad Pro, Red cameras, Hasselblad and the iPhone XS vs Pixel 3.Special Guest: Marques Brownlee - MKBHD.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.Links:Reply All podcastMarques Brownlee, MKBHD - YouTube
2018-11-1150 minThe Stalman PodcastDrones, with Johnny Harris & Martin ReischI got a new drone so I brought in some friends, Martin Reisch (safesolvent) and Johnny Harris (creator of the Borders series on Vox) that create incredible creative work with the little flying tools. Special Guests: Johnny Harris and Martin Reisch.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.Links:DJI Mavic 2 PRO Range Test @aniacopian Instagram@itsreuben Instagram@noahkalina InstagramDaniel Suarez book about dronesJohnny Harris on YouTube
2018-11-011h 08The Stalman Podcast"Just" Creators and Hands-On the XR, with Casey LissI got advanced access to the iPhone XR so I brought on one of my favorite Apple podcasters, Casey Liss of The Accidental Tech Podcast, to talk about. Casey has also been starting up a new YouTube channel so we talk about the experience of being a new video creator. Special Guest: Casey Liss.Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time zones.Links:iPhone XR Hands-on - Tyler's YouTubeCasey Liss - YouTubeThinking About Attention - GPGrey
2018-10-201h 29The Stalman PodcastTell a Compelling Story, with Pete ForesterA decidedly non-tech episode where I talk to writer Pete Forester about what it takes to tell great stories and how one of my favorite filmakers gets it wrong. Pete also works at the one the premier photo agencies in the world and has some great advice on presenting your work to land those dream clients.
After that I answer some of your questions about lenses, clients and how I avoid getting too stressed about worst case scenarios. Sponsored By:Kronaby: Timeless watch design with smart features like notifications, music controls and automatic time...
2018-10-121h 05The Stalman PodcastUnderstanding the iPhone XS Camera, with Sebastiaan de WithIt's obvious that the iPhone XS camera is taking a very different style of photos from any iPhone in the past. Sebastiaan de With is the designer of Halide and has done some fantastic detective work to see what has change. It's not as simple as a beauty fiilter, so we went over every little detail.
Special Guest: Sebastiaan de With.Sponsored By:Setapp: An app for every job, already on your Mac.Links:iPhone XS: Why It’s A Whole New CameraTyler's iPhone XS Camera videoHalide Camera on t...
2018-10-0353 minThe Stalman PodcastAnnouncement Season, with Jordan DrakeNew phones, cameras and lenses are being released fast and furious this fall. Jordan Drake of DPReview TV is here to give his opinions and hands on impressions of the iPhone XS Max, Canon EOS R, L mount lenses, Full frame Panasonics: S1 S1, Fuji GFX50R, Sigma: 28mm F1.4 and 40mm F1.4 Art lenses, a stabilized 70-200mm F2.8 Sport and 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 Sport and the Nikon Z7. Special Guest: Jordan Drake.Sponsored By:Setapp: An app for every job, already on your Mac.Links:iPhone XS Max sample...
2018-09-261h 16The Stalman PodcastiPhone & Apple Watch Keynote, with Brandon HavardApple has a hot new lineup of big screen phones and a slimmer watch. We look past the confusing names and talk about the spec bumps and camera updates.Special Guest: Brandon Havard.Sponsored By:Setapp: An app for every job, already on your Mac.
2018-09-1456 minThe Stalman PodcastDesks & Tech, with Jonathan MorrisonI'm joined by YouTuber Jonathan Morrison to talk about the photographer's dream desk we put together, some of our favorite cameras and the 2018 MacBook Pro. Then stick around after the interview where I'll go into some more detail on the desk we put together and answer a few listener questions.
YouTube: The Perfect 2018 MacBook Pro Setup Special Guest: Jonathan Morrison.
2018-09-1051 minThe Stalman PodcastWhat's on my 2018 Mac, with Kelly ThompsonI am a little bit addicted to apps. Finding new apps, reading app reviews, trying demos, I just can't stop optimizing the apps on my Mac. I brought my good friend Kelly Thompson on to talk about all of our most indispensable apps, from utilities to media production. Also plenty of tips and tricks to optimize your desktop and have it working just the way you like.
If you are into photography, video production, web or print design, there will be something here that you need. And I missed you're favourite app, come find me on Twitter...
2018-09-081h 04The Stalman PodcastEverything You Need to Know About Computer Hardware, with Olaf BlomerusComputer hardware is hard, so let's talk about RAM, disk speeds and eGPUs.
Just because you rely on a computer for your job, doesn't mean you understand how it works. Olaf Blomerus came on so we could explore all the things we know and wish we knew about computer hardware. Whether you're on Mac or Windows, desktop or laptop, you're always better off having a deeper understanding of your machine. We cover when you need more RAM, who can benefit from more powerful graphics cards, multi-code vs single thread, and more.
This is especially a...
2018-08-261h 09The Stalman PodcastTravel Vlogs + Borders, with Iz & Johnny HarrisJohnny Harris creates Vox Borders series, and Iz Harris makes epic family travel vlogs and together they make a globe trotting production dream team. We have a lot to talk about.
Iz & Johnny's Recomended YouTubers
Casey Neistat
Adrian Bliss
Vlog Brothers
Wendover ProductionsSpecial Guests: Iz Harris and Johnny Harris.Links:Vox's Borders, by Johnny HarrisIz Harris - YouTube
2018-08-171h 09The Stalman PodcastMaking Amazing Instagram Stories, with Jesse DriftwoodMy personal techniques to shoot and edit on the go and Jesse Driftwood's thoughts on vertical videoSpecial Guest: Jesse Driftwood.Links:YouTube - This is What You Need to Make Amazing Instagram Stories - YouTube@jessedriftwood • Instagram
2018-08-061h 01The Stalman PodcastWhen is Your Gear Good Enough, with Chris DowsettSometimes the best camera is the one you have with you, but sometimes there's a better camera out there.
And stick around till the end to hear about the 2018 MacBook Pro.Special Guest: Chris Dowsett.Links:3jl43fc7.png 1,854×1,184 pixels
2018-07-301h 04The Stalman PodcastThe Freelance Dream, with Matt MillerTalking to the world's best menswear illustrator about living a creative life.
Matt Miller, aka Sunflowerman, is an incerdibly talented illustrator focused on menswear and fashion. We talk about his years living on the road, building a client base online, clothes, clients and coffee.Special Guest: Matt Miller.Links:Sunflowerman • Instagram
2018-07-1556 minThe Stalman PodcastSolving Lightroom Problems, with Chris DowsettSorting photos, data management and we answer your questions about how to get the most out of Lightroom.Special Guest: Chris Dowsett.Links:Data Management - Acknowledging a problem and making solutions — Chris DowsettTyler's Lightroom Workflow - YouTube
2018-06-291h 18
The Stalman PodcastSolo - A Star Wars Story, with Rob MitchelsonIt may not be a perfect movie, but let’s just be grateful that Solo proves that a Star Wars prequel can actually be pretty fun.Special Guest: Rob Mitchelson.
2018-06-171h 02The Stalman PodcastSummer Apple Update - WWDC 2018, with Kelly ThompsonWWDC is a great time to check in with Apple and see what's great and what we're still waiting for. Sadly still waiting on new MacBooks, but there are lots of software goodies to look forward to.Special Guest: Kelly Thompson.Links:WWDC - Apple Developer
2018-06-0749 minThe Stalman PodcastHow to be Human on the Internet, with Max TemkinIt's fun seeing all your likes and mentions, but it's pretty issue to be consumed by your online persona. Cards Against Humanity Co-Creator and host of the Do By Friday podcast, Max Temkin, helps me think about how to be myself online.
And then I help Max buy a camera.Special Guest: Max Temkin.Links:Do By FridayThe Art Of Mike MitchellImpulZ LUTsHow To Use Adjustment Layers inFinal Cut Pro X
2018-05-2042 minThe Stalman Podcast#YouTubeLife, with Sara DietschySara and I have so many common interests that we just had to sit down and talk about all the creative stuff we are into. Special Guest: Sara Dietschy.Links:The Creative Exchange podcastSara Dietschy - YouTubePremiere VS Final Cut with MKBHD
2018-05-0843 minThe Stalman PodcastShooting Hybrid, with Chris & Jordan of DPReviewJordan Drake and Chris Niccols, formerly of The Camera Store TV and now stars of the DPReview YouTube channel, join me to talk about shooting photos and videos at the same time, on the same camera.Special Guests: Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake.Links:DPReview on YouTubeTheCameraStoreTV on YouTubeSony a7R III Mirrorless BodyDave Dugdale’s Sony A7RIII course
2018-05-011h 09The Stalman PodcastChallenges of Creative Jobs, with Shea KerwoodIf you work in a creative industry you know that it has it's own special challenges, like defining your worth, communicating your ideas and staying on target to make your ideas into reality. Shea Kerwood runs Brandsmith and has been my go to confidant for decades, so he's the perfect guy to talk to about the challenges. Special Guest: Shea Kerwood.
2018-04-171h 07The Stalman PodcastThe Films of Christopher Nolan, Part 2In part 2 we got some of Nolan's biggest films, with The Dark Night, Interstellar and more.Special Guest: Chris Dowsett.
2018-04-081h 18The Stalman PodcastThe Films of Christopher Nolan, Part 1Huge budgets, rich characters and intricate story telling, Christopher Nolan is in a league all his own in modern filmmaking. Let's spend some time walking through his filmography.Special Guest: Chris Dowsett.Links:The Directors Series - Christopher Nolan [5.1] on VimeoSteven Soderbergh: State of Cinema at SFIFF56 on Vimeo(2) Memento — Telling a Story In Reverse - YouTubeSCORE: A FILM MUSIC DOCUMENTARY
2018-04-031h 12The Stalman PodcastFinding Your Photographic Style, with Irene RudnykIrene has created a distinct photography style of her own and shares her techniques with the world on her YouTube channel. We talk about how she developed her dreamy portrait look, what it's like YouTubing from a mid sized city, and how to work with extremely simple gear and lighting.Special Guest: Irene Rudnyk.Links:Irene Rudnyk - YouTube - YouTubeLED Video light | Aputure LS C120d/t TLCI/CRI 97
2018-03-2754 minThe Stalman PodcastComputers for Creatives, with Rene RitchieRene Ritchie is the perfect podcast guest to talk about the computers we use as creative professionals, and if you're a photographer, filmmaker or designer there is a decent chance you are using a Mac or an iPhone. We talk about history of how Apple came to dominate the creative industry, starting with their exceptional font support and exclusive apps like Photoshop, Illustrator and Quark Express. In 2018 they seem to be in a transition phase, where some users are voicing frustration with the MacBook Pro, but they have also released the impressive iMac Pro and announced an upcoming compartmental...
2018-03-0451 minThe Stalman PodcastCrafting a Perfect Podcast, with Mark BramhillIt’s easier than ever to make podcast, but telling a great story will always take hard work and skill. Mark Bramhill’s show Welcome to Macintosh brings the power of narrative storytelling to a topic he and I are both passionate about: Apple. We talk about his creative process, story telling techniques and a little about computers. Special Guest: Mark Bramhil.Links:Welcome to MacintoshShure Beta 87A Handheld Condenser Microphone | SweetwaterPodcasting Microphones Mega-Review – Marco.orgBeyerdynamic T90 HeadphonesThe Menu Bar: Ep2 - The Experts Have Taken Over, With Bob Burrough13: Let it Beep | Welcome to Mac...
2018-02-251h 13The Stalman PodcastAnything Can Be Cinematic, with Brandon HavardWe start off with some basic tips that can make any video feel way more cinematic, without spending a dime on gear. Then get some ProTips from YouTuber Brandon Havard who is known for his gorgeous tech reviews, and has shot video for top YouTubers like MKBHD and Jonathan Morrison. Lighting, lens choice, camera movement, shot planning, we cover a lot a of ground here.Special Guest: Brandon Havard.Links:Dracast - LED Video LightsBrandon's iPhone X reviewBrandon's Pixel 2 ReviewTyler's iPhone X review (4K)101 Things I Learned in Film School: Neil Landau, Matthew Frederick: 8601406529557...
2018-01-2849 min
The Stalman PodcastBonus: Rogue One - A Star Wars StoryAnother episode from the Stalman vaults, we talk about s Star Wars storySpecial Guest: Rob Mitchelson.
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The Stalman PodcastBonus: Star Wars - The Force AwakensWe were raised by Star Wars. Many of us were also raised by parents, but to our recollection, it was Star Wars first and foremost. You’re probably a lot like us. Maybe you are part of our generation, young enough to approach the films without any cynicism. You were obliged (forced) to improvise a lightsaber to duel with, making your own sounds- The best one we ever came up with was made of a flashlight and some cellophane. You reenacted scenes, you role-played the characters in your backyard before that was a thing you were allowed to do at...
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