Best Off Camera Flash Podcasts (2025)

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TV in the 70s - Get Your Ass Off the Couch and Change the Channel 26:42

2M ago26:42

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Long before streaming whatever-the-hell-you-want-to-watch we had a whopping 7 channels and we never had it so good. We'd all land on the couch after dinner and watch Fonzie, Laverne and Shirley, Hawkeye Pierce, JR Ewing and Beau and Luke Duke. Those were, without a doubt, "Good Times" (dy-no MITE!)By Tony Karraa & Eric Wibbelsmann

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We're back! The big catch-up episode 44:01

2M ago44:01

44:01

Send us a text Did you miss us? We're finally back in the podcast studio (Neil's office) and in today's episode we we do our very best to catch you up on all things Flash Masters related - along with our own adventures which have taken us to London, Madeira, France and sunny Lancashire! Find out why Neil is fuming at a £15 chicken and chips and the…

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TV Games Shows - I'll Take Paul Lynde in the Center Square 19:22

2M ago19:22

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Game shows in the 70s and 80s were a cocktail of boozed up hosts and celebrities guiding contestants down the road to a brand new washer and dryer or cold, hard cash. We played the Feud, pressed our luck, made a deal and banged a gong from the comfort of our living rooms.By Tony Karraa & Eric Wibbelsmann

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Board Games - Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect $200 17:49

3M ago17:49

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Nothing got the competitve family jucies flowing quite like a good board game! We thrilled at bankrupting our parents in a heated game of Monopoly or sinking a sibling's aircraft carrier in Battleship. The only time the TV stayed off was on game night!By Tony Karraa & Eric Wibbelsmann

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Cameras & Photography - Shake it Like a Polaroid Picture 24:22

3M ago24:22

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Capturing memories on film was an art form in the Gen X days. You threw a 24 exposure roll into your Kodak Instamatic and hoped for the best. A trip to the neighborhood Fotomat usually returned 3 usable pics and 21 shots of a fat thumb. Don't forget to order double prints!By Tony Karraa & Eric Wibbelsmann

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New MagMod Ambassadors ...and should Digital Art be a photography awards category? 33:45

5M ago33:45

33:45

Send us a text In today's episode we congratulate all the newly announced MagMod Ambassadors, in particular those Ambassadors who are part of the Flash Masters community - Jeff Tisman, Sondra Miltenberger, Jessie & Dallin, Chris Benavides and our very own Helen Williams! It's an amazing achievement and we are so happy for you all. We also discuss w…

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Arguing on TikTok... and Helen's new offering 41:26

5M ago41:26

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Send us a text We're back and this time we haven't waited 3 months to return! In this episode we talk about the Flash Masters live stream with the crazy talented Natalie Martin, and discuss why Natalie doesn't include digital files... plus we introduce our upcoming streams. Helen then shares news about her new wedding photography mentoring programm…

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Happy New Year 2025! Flash Masters Photographers of the Year and our recent weddings 43:49

6M ago43:49

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Send us a text Happy New Year everyone! In this episode we talk about what we have been up to over Christmas and New Year, what our resolutions are for 2025 and our recent weddings. Plus we congratulate the Flash Masters Photographers of the Year! Huge congratulations to Nelson Santos for winning Overall and Wedding Photographer of the Year, Jessie…

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Should I move to an off-the-grid commune? (Advice for and from the Future is Back!) 31:00

6M ago31:00

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After four years away, Advice for and from the Future is back with new hosts and a new producer! I'm so excited to hand this show off to Ozzy, Julia and Siona. Here's the first episode, and you can find the show wherever you get your podcasts! Please go subscribe :)By Rose Eveleth

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Halloween - You Can't Spell Fun Size Candy without F.U. 23:05

8M ago23:05

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Halloween as a Gen Xer was a treat for so many reasons. We couldn't wait to don our cheap plastic costumes with those masks that nearly caused suffocation and demand our fair share of Milky Way bars and Smarties. It was all pure candy bliss.By Tony Karraa & Eric Wibbelsmann

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Gen X Cartoons - Did Wile E. Coyote Have a Line of Credit with ACME? 23:03

8M ago23:03

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If you're like us, the first thing your 7 year old self did in the morning was pour a bowl of Lucky Charms and sit down in front of the tube to feast on an oh so satisfying array of animatied mania. We gorged on Looney Toons, Warner Bros, Sid & Marty Krofft, Hanna Barbera and topped it off with some Ren & Stimpy. The real question is, what cocktail…

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The relaunch of Flash Masters! Plus we reveal our new Ambassadors and Sponsors 46:42

8M ago46:42

46:42

Send us a text We're back! It's been a few weeks since our last podcast, but fear not, we haven't been lazy, in fact we have been busier than ever as behind the scenes we have been working on the complete relaunch of Flash Masters - and we could not be more excited to share all the news with you! Flash Masters is now a fully fledged education platf…

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Records, Tapes and CDs - Side A or Side B?: The End of an Era 31:03

9M ago31:03

31:03

In the beginning... there was vinyl!!! LPs and 45s reigned supreme for generations but the need for portability spawned the age of plastic music media. Soon four track cassettes were melting in the summer heat of our car interiors - and out of the primordial cassette ooze the digital age of the Compact Disc was born.…

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Variety Shows - Donny, Marie, Sonny & Cher Walk Into a Bar... 20:13

9M ago20:13

20:13

Variety is the spice of life. In the 70s and 80s, we had a ton of it. Variety shows meant singing, superstars, sketches and sex. Carol Burnett, Sonny & Cher, Hee Haw, Donnie & Marie, Laugh In and the inimitable Muppet Show brought us all of the above and more. And while not always suitable for impressionalbe young viewers - we ate that S#!t up!!!!…

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Drive In Movie Theaters - We'll Save a Few Bucks If We Hide the Kids in the Trunk 25:50

9M ago25:50

25:50

With enormous screens, Lo-Fi sound and exhaust fumes that could kill a young elephant, who wouldn't love a drive-in movie?! They were the best places to catch a flick in the 70s and 80s. Roll down your window, ease the seat back and enjoy the aroma of weed, popcorn and engine oil. It's movie time!By Tony Karraa & Eric Wibbelsmann

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Gen X TVs & Tech - Why Does Your 19" TV Weigh 500 lbs? 24:06

9M ago24:06

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Remember the days when the family used to gather on the living room couch, overjoyed to watch the evening sitcom on a tiny lo-fi screen the size of your computer monitor? Or how about listening to records on your parents "hi-fi" system that was as big as a loveseat? From early Super 8 video recorders to our first Walkmans and pull out car stereos, …

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Wheels for Youth - Rippin' Skids on Your Big Wheel 35:03

10M ago35:03

35:03

As Gen X kids, as soon as we could walk we wanted to ride. Looking for adventure - rollin' around on Tonka trucks, Big Wheels, skateboards and rollerblades. All of it culminating with the ultimate freedom of crusing the neighborhood seated high atop our first banana seat without training wheels. We ruled the streets. Let's roll!…

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Gen X Cars - You're a Quart Low 33:52

10M ago33:52

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From the family station wagon that hauled us around town to getting behind the wheel of the first vehicles of our own, cars were a different kind of beast in the 70s and 80s. Seatbelts? Optional. Would they start on a cold morning? Probably not. We were lucky if we had air conditioning and a tape deck. And let's not forget the infamous cigarette li…

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Fast Food - Do You Want Fries With That? 31:07

10M ago31:07

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In the 70s and 80s we made it our mission to shove as much fast food into our gaping pieholes as humanly possible. Burgers, fries, tacos, burritos and a stready stream of soda to wash it all down. If Sheriff Brody and Hooper sliced us open they wouldn't have found a Virginia license plate, but instead a steady stream of sugar, sodium and a bunch of…

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Playgrounds - A Million Ways To Die In the Sandbox 26:00

10M ago26:00

26:00

Slides, swings, monkey bars, merry-go-rounds and ball pits. In the Gen X days these playgrounds were mine fields just waiting to skin our knees and crack our wrists. Simultaneaously teetering on almost certain disaster. There was no fear in the hearts of the young. Only in the faces of the parents looking on. Or were they even paying attention??…

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Video Games - A Fistful of Quarters 34:50

10M ago34:50

34:50

Arcades were all the rage in the 80s. We were kids hell bent on keeping the planet safe from Space Invaders, traumatized by the inevitable destruction of the world in Missile Command and completely addicted to scarfing down dots with Ms. Pac Man. Whether we played at the arcade or at home on our Atari consoles, video games were our drug of choice.…

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The Mall - It's Not Loitering If You Buy An Orange Julius 26:38

11M ago26:38

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Like, gag-me-with-a-spoon, the Galleria! For Gen Xers in the 80s there was no better after school hang than the local mall. Grab a Slurpie, scarf down a Hot Dog on a Stick and get your 5 dollar movie ticket to see Fast Times at Ridgemont High. From hanging in the food court with your friends to finding the best deal on parachute pants, the mall was…

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Pets & Gen X - Why Is Your Schnauzer Wearing A Cardigan? 31:12

11M ago31:12

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By Eric Wibbelsmann & Tony Karraa

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Gen X Birthday Parties - 50 Gallons Of Ice Cream In A Pig Trough 19:41

11M ago19:41

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What were GenX birthday parties like, you ask? Picture this: homemade Betty Crocker cakes, mountains of ice cream over which you could not see, gallons of soda, scoring handfuls of quarters to play old school arcade games at the local pizza parlour and the pressure of trying to keep up with the "cool factor" of rich kid b-day parties.…

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Theme Parks In The Gen X Age - Spin Me Until I Barf 34:38

11M ago34:38

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Southern California was a haven for theme parks in the Gen X days. You could puke your guts our on spinout at ride Six Flags Magic Mountain and use your E ticket to ride the Matterhorn at Disneyland while munching on a corn dog then be face to face with Jaws at Universal Studios before the weekend was over.…

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Welcome to The Sons of San Fernando (Trailer) 2:07

11M ago2:07

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A quick teaser to give you just a taste of what you'll hear on our Gen X podcast.By Tony Karraa & Eric Wibbelsmann

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Recess & Lunch - Drink My Capri Sun Or Squirt It On My Friends? 25:14

11M ago25:14

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In the 70s and 80s, recess and lunch were more important than church. Any opportunity to wolf down as much sugar as possible before beating the crap out of each other during a spirited game of jungle ball was a welcome relief from the duldrums of sister mary whatshername. Any Gen Xers will tell you that recess and lunch were battles of the fittest.…

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INTRODUCING: Tested 41:16

11M ago41:16

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Oh hey! It's me, Rose. And I'm here to share with you the first episode of my new show, Tested. This is a passion project of mine, and one that I've been trying to make a reality for many years. I really hope you listen, and enjoy! You can find the rest of Tested anywhere you get your podcasts. Or here. More at the Tested website.…

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Neil has been using the new Sony A9III and we discuss the sepia bride drama! 44:16

12M ago44:16

44:16

Send us a text In this episode of the Flash Masters podcast, Neil shares his experiences of using off camera flash with the new Sony A9III and we discuss a trending topic... the sepia bride drama! Which side are you in - team bride or team photographer?! Here is the link to the full behind the scenes video of Neil's shoot with the Sony A9III: https…

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Welcoming our newest Ambassador ...Henry of Big H Studios! 46:15

1y ago46:15

46:15

Send us a text We're shaking off the dust from our hiatus with exciting tales and heartfelt apologies - consider it our quirky way of saying we've missed you deeply! (Can you tell that these descriptions are written by AI?!) Our latest episode might just tickle your funny bone as we recount how ChatGPT sent us on a wild goose chase with "The Flash,…

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We welcome back the wedding photography innovator! Dru Dodd Part 2 45:07

1y ago45:07

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Send us a text Prepare to have your approach to wedding photography transformed as, following on from last week's podcast, we are again joined by the renowned Dru Dodd for part 2 of our chat with Dru . Dru's signature group composites have revolutionised the traditional wedding group shot. Dru's stories carry us from his first serendipitous composi…

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We are joined by the King of the Composites - Dru Dodd Part 1 1:06:19

1y ago1:06:19

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Send us a text In this episode of the Flash Masters podcast, we are joined by the King of the Composites and one of the industry's true innovative photographers, Dru Dodd. Amongst many different topics, Dru reveals the magic behind his innovative 'wedding wall' and how it helped grow his wedding photography business. Plus, ever wondered what happen…

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Christian Cardona is coming to the UK! The first Flash Masters in-person event 38:50

1y ago38:50

38:50

Send us a text Embark on a journey through the highs and lows of photography as we re-emerge, energized and ready to rock! We update you on all the latest news from the Flash Masters community - as well as what we have been up to personally. Plus, we announce our very first in-person 'Flash Masters presents' workshop as the incredible Christian Car…

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The most bizarre UK wedding traditions 37:04

1+ y ago37:04

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Send us a text We have seen a lot of new members join Flash Masters this past month (thank you all - ...and a very warm welcome!) many of which are US based wedding photographers. So, to welcome our new members, we thought we would entertain you by talking you through some of the most bizarre UK wedding traditions, that you probably haven't heard o…

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Denied access to the Photography Show 33:56

1+ y ago33:56

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Send us a text As the UK shivers under a frosty blanket, Helen Williams and Neil Redfern, warm up the mic with a chat that's sure to thaw your curiosity (can you tell this is written by AI?!). We're buzzing to unfold the latest from Flash Masters, including our brand-new leaderboards that are calling all flash photography aficionados to showcase th…

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We chat to Tim Kamppinen - Flash Masters Photographer of the Year 2023! 53:02

1+ y ago53:02

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Send us a text In this episode we speak to the Flash Masters Photographer of the Year 2023 - Tim Kamppinen! Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Tim is an incredible wedding photographer and in this podcast we chat to him about his approach to weddings, off camera flash, his biggest piece advice to new photographer who are new to lighting and what he b…

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We announce the Flash Masters Photographer of the Year 2023 ...and talk about our NYE weddings 45:00

1+ y ago45:00

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Send us a text In this episode, we announce the Flash Masters Photographer of the Year 2023, as well as congratulating all the photographers who made up the top 20 positions on our worldwide leaderboard. We're rolling out the red carpet and setting the stage for the new year with three brand-new leaderboards, designed to honor specialized photograp…

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We look back on 2023 - our highlights, our favourite images and what we hope Santa brings us! 46:33

1+ y ago46:33

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Send us a text As another 2023 draws to a close and we prepare to announce the Flash Masters Photographer of the Year for 2023, we look back on the past 12 months and talk about our personal highlights, our favourite photographs, our favourite purchases and what we hope Santa brings us on Christmas morning! Tidings of comfort, joy, and a good flash…

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Posing Secrets and Integrating Videography with Award-winning Photographer Paul Flannigan 55:28

1+ y ago55:28

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a professional photographer poses their subjects or integrates videography into their work? In this episode, we've got a treat for you! Join us as we sit down with the talented Paul Flannigan, an award-winning photographer with a knack for off-camera flash and posing. We kick things off with some lighthearted banter…

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Helen spoke at NineDots and we were models for Jesse and Moira La Plante & Jason Vinson! 48:52

1+ y ago48:52

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Send us a text In this episode Helen talks about her experience of talking in front of 100 photographers at the NineDots Gathering in Leeds, where she presented how she uses off camera flash at her weddings to shoot group shots. Plus! We were models for amazing photographers Jesse and Moira La Plante and Jason Vinson during their wedding photograph…

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Sony announce the A9III and we look back at the SHINE wedding photography workshops 44:37

1+ y ago44:37

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how the latest camera technology could transform your wedding photography? That's what we're unpacking in our latest Flash Masters Podcast episode. We dig into the innovative features of Sony's newest release, the A9III camera - from its remarkable 120 frames per second capability to its ground-breaking global …

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Natural light v Flash photography! Live in front of a studio audience... 31:36

1+ y ago31:36

31:36

Send us a text In this episode we play Argumental, where we debate natural light wedding photography v Flash wedding photography and who is the most important wedding supplier out of Content Creators and Toastmasters? It's a heated debate! We also find out about the role of chimney sweeps at weddings - who knew that was a thing?! This episode was r…

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Helen breaks a record at her recent wedding... 39:55

1+ y ago39:55

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Send us a text In this episode we catch up on our recent weddings and share insights from the Flash Masters community, including the fabulous work of Dru Dodd and Esteban Gill's in-depth explanations on creating stunning group portraits. Not to mention, we chat about Neil's upcoming Shine Workshop in Wales. A unique experience, where we plan to rec…

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We are now sponsored by Canon + Aftershoot! 36:09

1+ y ago36:09

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Send us a text In this episode of the Flash Masters podcast we discuss about our recent 1st Birthday live stream and talk about the huge announcements which we made on that stream - including how we are now sponsored by two of the most widely recognised and respected brands in the photography industry - Canon and Aftershoot! We are so proud and hon…

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Celebrating Flash Masters' First Birthday and our big announcement....! 44:14

2y ago44:14

44:14

Send us a text In this big catch up episode we celebrate Flash Masters' first Birthday and talk about everything we have been up to in both our wedding and personal lives over the past few weeks - and there is a lot to catch up on! What's it like to photograph the moment a best man receives a life-changing phone call at a wedding? We grapple with t…

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Wedding photographer Ben Connolly announces the biggest project he's ever worked on! 48:03

2y ago48:03

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Send us a text We are back with part 2 of our chat with the incredibly talented Australia based wedding photographer, Ben Connolly! In this episode, we find out all about Ben's grand and very exciting project which has been three years in the making! Switching things up, we move from the professional to the personal. Ben quizzes us about our favour…

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50th Episode Special with Ben Connolly! What happens at WPPI stays at WPPI... 1:05:51

2y ago1:05:51

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Send us a text Welcome to the 50th episode of the Flash Masters podcast! Get ready for a captivating conversation with our extraordinary guest, Ben Connolly. This award-winning Australian wedding photographer shares his intriguing journey that comprises over 1000 weddings, numerous accolades, and his experiences of running successful photography wo…

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New MagMod XL Modifiers and Helen launches her new (very risky!) website 38:48

2y ago38:48

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Send us a text In this episode we discuss the new MagMod XL modifiers as well as talking about how booking went for the launch of Neil's new 3 day photography workshops. We then talk about the launch of Helen's new website - thanks to Martin Chung’s expertise - a website which is a little bit cheeky.... There's so much to learn about the delicate b…

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Should you flash during a wedding ceremony? 41:14

2y ago41:14

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Send us a text Should you use flash during a wedding ceremony? It's always been a controversial question in wedding photography groups, with photographers often having a firm opinion one way or the other. In this episode we talk about this in more detail, drawing on our experiences from recent weddings where the unpredictable British weather forced…

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Jesse and Moira La Plante: International workshops and the advantages of working together as a team 1:17:43

2y ago1:17:43

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Send us a text In the latest episode of the Flash Masters Podcast we are joined by the incredible Jesse and Moira La Plante, two of the very best wedding photographers in the world, Ambassadors for MagMod and Flash Masters and the current This is Reportage Photographers of the Year. But this episode isn't all about photography. Join us as we peek b…

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