Best Patrick Payne Podcasts (2026)

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106. Books That Matter: Steven Pressfield and 'The War of Art' 46:49

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Books That Matter for Photographers, Artists, Writers and all Creators: Steven Pressfield and The War of Art, Resistance, and Professionalization. Recorded on New Year’s Day from a busy coffee shop in Bali, Indonesia, this solo episode of Beyond The Lens is a deep, honest meditation on why photographers, artists, writers, and creators struggle to d…

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105. Joseph Rossbach: Landscape Photography and 'Manufacturing Inspirado,' Desert and Swamp Vibes, & Finding Your Creative Flow 1:00:48

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Landscape photography with Joseph Rossbach: Landscape Photography and Manufacturing Inspirado, Desert and Swamp Vibes, & Finding Your Creative Flow. Joseph Rossbach is an American landscape photographer and educator who has built a life around wild places, quiet light, and the type of images that reward patience. Over the past two decades, he’s exp…

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The Most Unforgettable Podcast Moments of 2025 | Ep. 130 47:59

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For our final episode of the podcast in 2025, we did something special! We went back through every interview we recorded from this past year and compiled all the highlights. The stories, nuggets of truth, and challenging conversations that stuck with us the most and are worth remembering. This rewind episode mashup is a collection of all the best m…

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104. Patrick Fore: The Terrible Photographer and Navigating the Emotional and Psychological Landscape of Professional Photography 56:35

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Commercial photography with Patrick Fore, the Terrible Photographer, and Negotiating the Emotional and Psychological Landscape of Professional Photography. Patrick Fore is a commercial photographer and art director from San Diego, California. He spent four years as the lead photographer and brand designer for Taylor Guitars and now runs his own com…

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How Todd Tamed a Wild Horse — And What It Reveals About Our Hearts | Ep. 129 with Todd Pierce 49:47

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Join us as we sit down with former rodeo athlete and founder of Riding High Ministries, Todd Pierce. Known for his powerful live horse training demonstrations, Todd shares how the process of connecting with a wild horse mirrors the way Jesus pursues, heals, and transforms us. But behind his message is Todd’s own story of fatherlessness, anger, and …

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103. Bryan Grieg Fry: Welcome to the Dark, Strange and Dangerous World of the Venom Doctor 1:01:21

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Bryan Grieg Fry is an Associate Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Queensland. He’s a herpetologist and venomologist who leads the Venom Evolution Laboratory, working on venoms from a wide range of reptiles, centipedes, insects, scorpions, spiders, and venomous mammals. He’s also known as the “Venom Doc.” Dr. Fry co…

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What Global Christian Persecution Teaches Us About True Faith | Ep. 128 with Ryan Brown 57:22

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Ryan Brown, pastor, writer, and disciple-maker, brings a compelling perspective on what it truly means to follow Christ in a world where faith often comes with a cost. His work centers on helping believers live out their faith authentically, especially amid the reality of Christian persecution around the globe and the challenges of living countercu…

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102. Katie Orlinsky: National Geographic Photographer on Vanishing Caribou, Managing Solitude, Obsession, Endurance, and Working the Edge of the Arctic 54:42

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Photography with Katie Orlinsky: National Geographic Photographer on Vanishing Caribou, Managing Solitude, Obsession, Endurance, and Working the Edge of the Arctic. National Geographic photographer Katie Orlinsky has spent the past decade documenting life in the Arctic, a place where climate, culture, and survival are all intertwined. Her latest ex…

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The Unseen Battles of America’s First Responders | Ep. 127 with Tony Rodarte 49:00

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In this week’s episode of the No Grey Areas Podcast, Pat McCalla sits down with retired 20-year homicide detective and founder of Compassion Alliance, Tony Rodarte, to talk about the unseen struggles behind the badge. After twenty years on the job, Tony opens up about the toll law enforcement took on his faith, his marriage, and his mental health; …

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101. Sean Tucker on Photography and Meaning, Protecting Highlights, Embracing Shadows, and Authentic Creating From Failure 58:19

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Sean Tucker on Photography and Meaning, Protecting Highlights, Embracing Shadows, and Authentic Creating From Failure. Sean Tucker is a photographer, filmmaker, author, and public speaker from the UK. His YouTube channel, which has more than 600,000 subscribers, features videos about photography, creativity, and living a creative life. He is also t…

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The Night I Faced Death: Inside a Shocking Undercover FBI Operation | Ep. 126 with Scott Payne 1:11:51

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In this episode of the No Grey Areas Podcast, we are honored to be joined by Scott Payne — international best-selling author, retired undercover FBI agent, active shooter instructor, and former guest on The Joe Rogan Podcast! In this interview, Scott doesn’t hold back in sharing his most intense undercover experiences, including the night he almost…

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100. A Celebration of 100 Episodes: Listener Q&A, and Favorite BTL Moments, Featuring Sam Abell and the Eloquence of the Ordinary 51:05

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Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe - 100 episodes of photography, the arts, travel, conservation, entrepreneurship, and creative culture. This special episode of Beyond The Lens features listener questions and answers about the podcast as well as some favorite moments from the past 99 episodes. Episode References: Ami Vitale, Matt Richtel, Samant…

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99. Finding Flaco: Beloved Owl in the Wild Heart of New York with Wildlife Photographers Jacqueline Emery and David Lei 1:04:21

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Wildlife Photography in the Heart of New York with Jacqueline Emery and David Lei. Jacqueline Emery and David Lei are wildlife photographers and authors of Finding Flaco: Our Year with New York City’s Beloved Owl. In this episode, we explore what it meant to follow Flaco day after day over the course of a year, the lessons his story holds for photo…

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Heres What Society Gets Wrong About God | Ep. 125 with Trent Renner 59:59

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Join us today on the No Grey Areas Podcast with Lead Pastor and author of The Heaven Project book set, Trent Renner! He sits down to answer and ponder on some of the biggest and most controversial questions society has wrestled with for decades. Questions like: Can we really trust the Bible? How do I know that God exists? Why do good things happen …

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98. Lifestyle Photographer Alanna O’Neil: Embracing Mother Maui, How To Become Your Own Creative Lighthouse, and the Power of Intuition 53:48

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Lifestyle Photography with Alanna O'Neill, Embracing Mother Maui, How To Become Your Own Creative Lighthouse, and the Power of Intuition. Alanna O’Neil is a lifestyle photographer, designer, and author who left the runways of New York fashion for the slower, more intentional rhythm of Maui. Her work — including her books The Art of Picnics and The …

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Hope is Coming: Lessons for Life's Waiting Seasons | Ep. 124 with Brad & Paige Straarup 1:01:06

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Join us as we sit down with married couple and church planters, Brad and Paige Straarup. Their love story has been tested by several seasons of silence from God as they walked through infertility, loss, and even deportation. But through it all, they’ve discovered a deeper kind of strength they wouldn’t have otherwise learned of not “wasting the wai…

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Life Doesn’t Hand Out Participation Trophies | Ep. 123 with NFL Kicker Jake Arians 42:04

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As football season kicks off, we have the perfect guest to dive deep into everything football. Today, we welcome Jake Arians to the No Grey Areas Podcast. He was a former NFL kicker for the Buffalo Bills and the son of Super Bowl–winning coach Bruce Arians. Arians shares his journey from picking up football for the first time in 7th grade to earnin…

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97. Matt Payne on Landscape Photography and The Colorado Way: Living and Creating in Alignment with Personal Values and Authentic Pride 1:07:22

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Landscape Photography with Matt Payne, the Colorado Way, Personal Vision and Pride, Authenticity, and Vulnerability. Matt Payne is a landscape photographer, accomplished mountaineer, podcaster, and now published author. He has climbed Colorado’s 100 highest mountains, completed the entire 500-mile Colorado Trail, and spent more than a decade buildi…

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96. Dr. Latika Nath: The Tiger Princess of India on Tiger Photography, Biology, Ecology and the Killer Tigress of Champawat 40:37

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Tiger Photography, Biology, and Ecology with Dr. Latika Nath. Princess of India on Tiger Photography, Biology, Ecology and the Killer Tigress of Champawat Dr. Latika Nath, often called the “Tiger Princess of India,” is a wildlife biologist, photographer, and conservationist who has spent her life studying and protecting one of the planet’s most elu…

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Inside the Scandal: What Really Happened in the ASU Point-Shaving Scheme | Ep. 122 with Joe Gagliano 1:32:08

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In this special four-year anniversary episode of the No Grey Areas podcast, I sit down with our very own podcast founder, Joe Gagliano—the man behind the largest point-shaving scandal in NCAA sports history. To celebrate over 120 thought-provoking episodes of the No Grey Areas Podcast, we're bringing it full circle in this exclusive episode. In thi…

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The Power of Mental Strength: Lessons from a One-Legged NCAA Champion | Ep. 121 with Anthony Robles 17:51

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What happens when your biggest opponent isn’t across from you—but inside your own mind? NCAA wrestling champion, Anthony Robles knows what it means to face challenges head-on, not just physically but mentally too. Anthony is a national wrestling champion, motivational speaker, best-selling author and subject featured on new movie “Unstoppable” on A…

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95. Jim Wright: Camera Adventures from Hollywood to Nashville, Celebrities, Music, Creative Collaborations, and Americana Photography 58:37

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Photography with Jim Wright: Camera Adventures from Hollywood to Nashville, Celebrities, Music, Creative Collaborations, and Americana Photography. Jim Wright is an internationally recognized photographer who has traveled the world photographing some of the most celebrated names in the movie, fashion, music, and pop culture industries. An award-win…

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This Is a Wake-up Call You Can’t Ignore | Ep. 120 with Coach Pain 1:11:31

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What does it take to live with a warrior mindset? In this new episode of the No Grey Areas Podcast, we sit down with Coach Pain, a dynamic fitness coach, Motiversity speaker, business owner, and motivator to unpack what it truly means to have a warrior mindset. Known for his no-excuses approach to life, Coach Pain brings the fiery bold truths about…

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94. Luis Benitez: Conquering Everest and the Seven Summits, Life Advice from the Dalai Lama, and Outdoor Recreation Evangelism 58:08

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Luis Benitez: Conquering Everest and the Seven Summits, Life Advice from the Dalai Lama, and Outdoor Recreation Evangelism. Luis Benitez has worked as a high-end international mountain guide, with six Everest summits to his name, as well as having conquered the "Seven Summits" — the highest mountains on each of the world's continents. He’s also an …

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What Surviving a Hit-and-Run Taught Her About Strength | Ep. 119 with Naseem Rochette 44:44

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Naseem Rochette—speaker, author, and survivor—shares the shocking story of the day she was run over by a car three separate times in a hit-and-run… and lived without a single broken bone. Her story has captured national attention, including features in Vogue and Forbes, not just because of what happened, but because of how she chose to move forward…

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93. Brooks Jensen: The Making of LensWork, Lessons in Finding Your Photographic Voice, Creative Constraints, and Seeing in Sixes 1:12:22

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Fine Art Photography with Brooks Jensen: The Making of LensWork, Lessons in Finding Your Photographic Voice, Creative Constraints, and Seeing in Sixes Brooks Jensen is a fine art photographer, publisher, teacher, and writer. He's best known as the founder, editor, and publisher of LensWork, an award-winning periodical dedicated to fine art photogra…

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The Complexity of Grief & Learning to Live Again After Loss | Ep. 118 with Greg Tonkinson 1:14:22

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Dr. Greg Tonkinson—pastor, TEDx speaker, and author of Unwanted Fraternity opens up about the night everything changed. One moment he was living the American dream… the next, he was on the floor, shattered by the news that would flip his life upside down. What followed was a journey through grief, vulnerability, and unexpected healing. His personal…

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92. Marc Adamus on Chasing the Light, the Magic of Discovery, Essential Wilderness, and His New Book 'The Way Home' 55:46

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Landscape photography with Marc Adamus: Chasing the Light, the Magic of Discovery, Essential Wilderness, and His New Book 'The Way Home.' Marc Adamus is one of the most celebrated landscape photographers working today. Known for his dramatic compositions and fearless pursuit of remote wilderness, Marc has carved out a unique space at the intersecti…

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Introducing Time Zero 2:49

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Time Zero is a new podcast about the nuclearized world from Humor and the Abject creator and host Sean J Patrick Carney. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-zero/id1804227201Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6c4aw0DTyhYVcZkxciYb8T?si=30f54ea6d2254e71Learn more, get an essay version of eac…

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If You Fail to Plan, You Plan to Fail 31:28

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In this episode Andrew and Patrick discuss the importance of preparation in all aspects of life, but also the need for flexibility when plans fail.By Patrick Payne

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Why 99% of People Misunderstand Addiction from a Neuroscience Expert | Ep. 117 with Dr. Robb Kelly 48:06

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WEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreas TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgagliano EMAIL: [email protected] YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnC2rjEumGJhqy54qazFFw What if it’s “Not a Drinking Problem, It’s a Thinkin…

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91. Chris Burkard: Adventure Photographer and Filmmaker on Embracing Uncertainty and Discomfort to Discover Creativity and Joy 1:00:31

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Adventure photography with Chris Burkard: Adventure Photographer and Filmmaker on Embracing Uncertainty and Discomfort to Discover Creativity and Joy. Chris Burkard is an American adventure and landscape photographer, filmmaker, speaker, creative director, and explorer now living with his family in Reykjavik, Iceland. He is best known for his inspi…

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The Sins of the Fathers are Visited Upon the Children 31:15

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In this episode Patrick and Andrew discuss how actions by parents impact future generations, the generational rivalries and resentments between boomers and gen z, and how to avoid sins that negatively impact your children.By Patrick Payne

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90. Sue Flood: Lessons From David Attenborough, Blue Planet, The Perfect Penguin, and a Life of Polar Photography Travel 57:04

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Wildlife and travel photography with Sue Flood: Lessons From David Attenborough, Blue Planet, The Perfect Penguin, and a Life of Polar Photography Travel. Sue Flood is an award-winning photographer and filmmaker, zoologist, adventure travel leader and public speaker. Her work takes her all over the world but she has a special passion for the wildli…

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How to Get Unstuck and Start Living Out Your Purpose | Ep. 116 with Jeff Rasor 1:06:14

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WEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreas TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgagliano EMAIL: [email protected] YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnC2rjEumGJhqy54qazFFw Ever wonder what’s holding you back from living the …

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Empty Vessels Make the Most Noise 31:48

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In this episode Andrew and Patrick discuss the frequent inverse relationship between expertise and confidence, and the importance of recognizing your own lack of knowledge.By Patrick Payne

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89. Book Release Party with Quintin Lake: The Perimeter - A Photographic Journey Around the Coast of Britain 51:03

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Photography Book Release Party with Quintin Lake: The Perimeter - A Photographic Journey Around the Coast of Britain. Quintin Lake is a multi-award-winning British photographer specializing in landscape and architecture, with twenty-five years of experience. A fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and Royal Society of Arts, his work has been fea…

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“Fitting In” vs. “Belonging” – The Mindset Shift You Need to Hear | Ep. 115 with Gina Casazza 37:56

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WEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreas TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgagliano EMAIL: [email protected] YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnC2rjEumGJhqy54qazFFw What’s the difference between "fitting in" and truly…

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Good Fences Make Good Neighbors 30:30

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In this episode Patrick and Andrew discuss the barriers between people that keep civilization going smoothlyBy Patrick Payne

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How a Near-Death Experience Revealed ‘Bubbles of Heaven’ | Ep. 114 with Steve and Elaine Musick 36:11

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WEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreas TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgagliano EMAIL: [email protected] YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnC2rjEumGJhqy54qazFFw In part two of our conversation with Steve and Elain…

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88. Susan Seubert: National Geographic Travel Photographer on Winning an Alfred Eisenstaedt Award, Magnum Photos, Beauty, Truth, and Storytelling 52:23

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Travel photography with Susan Seubert: National Geographic Travel Photographer on Winning an Alfred Eisenstaedt Award, Magnum Photos, Beauty, Truth, and Storytelling. Award-wining travel photographer Susan Seubert has completed photography assignments for National Geographic, The New York Times, Smithsonian Magazine, Travel and Leisure and many oth…

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The Axe Forgets; the Tree Remembers 31:21

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In this episode Andrew and Patrick discuss how relatively small acts on the part of a parent, government, or corporation can have massive impacts on those their actions affect.By Patrick Payne

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Is Heaven Real?: A Near-Death Experience Story Pt. 1 | Ep. 113 with Steve and Elaine Musick 56:02

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WEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreas TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgagliano EMAIL: [email protected] YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnC2rjEumGJhqy54qazFFw Heaven isn’t just a distant hope—it may be closer th…

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87. Morgan Heim: Wildlife Conservation Photography, Floral Tributes to Roadkill, and the Power of Personal Passion Projects 59:00

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Conservation photography with Morgan Heim: Wildlife Conservation Photography, Floral Tributes to Roadkill, and the Power of Personal Passion Projects. Morgan Heim is a wildlife conservation photographer and filmmaker based in Astoria, Oregon. She uses her talents to focus on the coexistence between humans and wildlife and how human-influenced chang…

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One Year's Seeding Makes Seven Years Weeding 31:22

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In this episode Andrew and Patrick discuss starting and growing a garden, the benefits that growing your own food can bring, and how a small amount of maintenance every day can avoid major problems down the road.By Patrick Payne

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86. Emmy-Award-Winning Travel TV Host Samantha Brown: Travel Wisdom and Places To Love 54:14

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Travel wisdom with Emmy-Award-Winning Travel TV Host Samantha Brown: Travel Wisdom and Places To Love. Emmy-Award-Winning Travel TV Host Samantha Brown has spent the past 25 years bringing the joy of travel into millions of homes through her work with the Travel Channel and PBS. She currently hosts 'Samantha Brown's Places To Love' on PBS. Known fo…

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How One Woman Built Confidence Through the Power of Horses | Ep. 112 with Hailey Anderson 51:20

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WEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreas TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgagliano EMAIL: [email protected] YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnC2rjEumGJhqy54qazFFw Confidence isn’t just about standing tall—it’s about…

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85. Productivity Hacks for Creators: Chronotypes and Energy Matching, Pareto's and Parkinson’s Principles, Automation and Delegation 30:05

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Productivity Hacks for Creators: Chronotypes and Energy Matching, Pareto's and Parkinson’s Principles, Automation and Delegation. Richard Bernabe on productivity hacks and techniques for creators - photographers, artists, writers, musicians, etc. - so they can spend more of their time on the act on creating and less time bogged down on the mundane …

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Two Hands Are Overrated: How One Hand Shaped His Success | Ep. 111 with Mike Bolland 46:15

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WEBSITE: https://www.nogreyareaspodcast.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nogreyareas_gagliano/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NoGreyAreas TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@nogreyareasgagliano EMAIL: [email protected] YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnC2rjEumGJhqy54qazFFw Get ready for a power-packed episode of No Grey Area…

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You Cannot Make a Silk Purse From a Sow's Ear 31:39

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In this episode Andrew and Patrick discuss what it takes to produce a quality product, the possibility of raising your station in life, imports and tariffs, and the importance of having a network of trusted people.By Patrick Payne