Unfiltered Photography w/ Jason Lanier

Unfiltered Photography w/ Jason Lanier

REAL TALK. RAW STORIES. NO B.S. t’s here. And it’s everything the photography world needs right now. Welcome to the Jason Lanier Photography Unfiltered Podcast — where we go beyond the surface of shutter speeds and lighting setups. This isn’t your average podcast with canned advice and generic interviews. . Hear straight from photographers, models, and creatives from all corners of the globe as they share the truth behind the lens. From unbelievable shoot stories to the gritty realities of making it in the creative world. Whether you’re grinding to build your photography business or just love the art form, this podcast delivers uncensored conversations, hilarious behind-the-scenes moments, and powerful lessons that you won’t get anywhere else. Tap in. Buckle up. Let’s get unfiltered. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and everywhere you listen. 🔗 www.jasonlanier.com/podcast 🎧

Episodes

Wildlife Photogaphy- Face to Face with a Grizzly and her Cubs Lessons from Haines, Alaska

September 2, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode of Jason Lanier Unfiltered, I sit down with my good friend Scott Porter to recap our unforgettable trip to Haines, Alaska. We went there to photograph grizzly bears hunting for salmon along the Chilkoot River, and the experience delivered more than we ever imagined.

From discussing the gear that got us the shots, to safety tips for navigating bear country, to the dynamics of working alongside the public and other pho...
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    Sex with the Angry Marmalade Woman- Photographer Tales from Skagway, Alaska

    July 31, 2025 • 105 mins
    In this episode, I sit down with my buddy and fellow photographer Scott, and we hit record on a no-holds-barred talk that feels like you're right there with us on the road in Skagway, Alaska.

    We share stories as to what it's like to work in this crazy and remote place… to navigating the unpredictable world of photography, dealing with celebrity clients including one unforgettable encounter with Bill Cosby. 

    This episode dives into th...
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    Sony Rx1Riii- The Gear Trap: Photography's Costly Delusion

    July 18, 2025 • 12 mins
    In this episode, Jason discusses the ever-evolving landscape of photography gear, particularly focusing on Sony's latest camera release, the RX1R Mark III. He expresses his concern that this new model, priced at over $5,000, is out of touch with the average photographer's needs and represents a waste of money for most, highlighting a trend of camera companies releasing niche products or minor updates rather than innovations with br...
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    Ask Me ANYTHING! AI, DJI Drones Go Missing, Losing Weight, Gear Recommendations

    July 14, 2025 • 49 mins
    In this special AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode of the Jason Lanier Photography Unfiltered Podcast, I answer a flood of questions straight from you—my audience. We go deep into:
    • 📸 How AI is changing the photography game
    • 🚁 My current favorite DJI drones
    • 🎒 Must-have gear and camera setups
    • 🧠 Mental discipline and my personal weight loss journey
    • 🎤 Plus some real talk on career, creativity, and staying relevant in today’s world
    If...
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    Abandoned Beauty: A Model’s Story of Shooting at Six Flags New Orleans with Jason Lanier

    July 2, 2025 • 60 mins
    The "Jason Lanier Unfiltered" podcast is where real talk meets raw creativity, offering unfiltered conversations about photography, life, and the wild journey in between. Host Jason Lanier invites people he works with to share their experiences, making for enlightening and fun discussions. In this particular episode, Jason speaks with model Krystal Kadaver, who has been modeling since she was 18 and has been a frequent collaborator...
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    Working with Models- How to Find, Shoot and Create Amazing Work- Feat. Sophia Baser

    December 18, 2023 • 42 mins
    Episode 33- Learn how to find, set up shoots, and work with models in this episode that features an interview that Jason does with Sophia Baser, a New Orleans based model that he has worked with for many years.

    Jason and Sophia discuss some of the pitfalls to avoid as well as some great tips to add to your arsenal when you are looking to start working more with models for your photography work.

    They share stories on experiences the...
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    Starting a Photography Career-a Conversation with my 3 Adult Sons

    December 2, 2023 • 48 mins
    In Episode 32, Jason brings on his 3 adult sons who are at the very beginning stages of their photography careers to discuss some of the key steps of starting your career as a photographer. They discuss some of the anxiety, fears, hopes, goals and dreams of what it will take to become a successul creative and content creator.

    It's a hard business to make a full time living and Jason is sharing his secrets to success not only with hi...
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    Episode 31- Ask Me Anything- How to NOT Burn Out, Handling Picky Clients, and Global Shutters

    November 14, 2023 • 76 mins
    Episode 31- Ask ME ANYTHING! This podcast features Jason speaking with a group of photographers online at the conclusion of one of his livestream sessions where he opens the forum for them to ask him anything related to the world of photography. The answers are raw, true and there's a lot of fun thrown in there as well.

    Topics include:

    *How To NOT burn out
    *When to shoot for yourself vs. for a client
    *How to Handle Picky Clients
    *How to...
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    Episode 30- How to Use LED Lighting Outdoors to Get Maximum Results

    November 9, 2023 • 59 mins
    In Episode 30, join Jason to learn his tips and tricks for shooting with LED Lighting Outdoors During Daytime Hours for Optimal Results. This is a presentation that he livestreamed on Zoom and Youtube where he takes questions at the end of the presentation from the listening audience. Topics addressed in this episode include:
    • Changes and Innonvations in LED Technology
    • Differences in using traditional strobe and LED for portrait...
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    Episode 29- Finding Balance- 5 Steps that I have Taken to Balance a Crazy and Hectic Life

    October 31, 2023 • 52 mins
    It's been a YEAR since I've released a podcast and that's because my life is SO CRAZY!! So this podcast is a reflection of me finding more balance in my life so I can get back to things like the podcast as well as doing all of the other work that I have to do PLUS manage my personal life.

    Everything we do in this life comes at a cost both financially, personally and professionally. So, this is what I'm working on to make it all work...
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    10 Things I HATE about Photography (and how I cope with them)

    November 1, 2022 • 65 mins
    Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life...is a LIE. I have my dream job, and there are still many things I hate about being a photographer. So I've outlined the top 10 things here and most importantly what I do to cope with them to achieve success.
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    Episode 27-Amazon Part 2 Kissing and Swimming with Piranhas, Epic Sunsets, and Total Adventure

    October 11, 2021 • 37 mins
    Wanna hear what it's like to hold a piranha in your hand? Ever wonder what it's like to swim in piranha infested waters? Listen to Part 2 of Jason's podcast from his adventure down into the Ecuadorian Amazon!

    In this episode Jason talks about visiting the beautiful area of Cuyabeno that has stunning waters, sunsets, wildlife and more. He visits old abandoned camps and does photo shoots in trees surrounded by water. We hope you ...
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    Episode 26- My Journey to the AMAZON Part ONE! Staying with Indigenous Tribes, Eating Insects and Surviving the Jungle

    October 8, 2021 • 77 mins
    Wanna know what it's like to be an adventure travel photographer? To embark on an adventure to the middle of nowhere and stay with the tribes? Join Jason Lanier for Part 1 of a 2 part series where he recounts his epic journey to the heart of the Amazon jungle in Ecuador where he stayed in the protected area of Yasuni with the Waorani tribe, the last uncivilized indigenous tribe in the Ecuadorian Amazon.

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    Episode 25- Shooting Again with Ms. Emily and Creating Art in Some Crazy Places

    July 6, 2021 • 62 mins
    Listen to Jason's latest episode where he teams up again for some shoots with his long time Assistant and Muse Emily Rinaldo. In Episode 25 Jason updates you on the recent shoots he's been able to do with Emily as they've gone through the California desert and beach creating some more beautiful work.

    Locations include San Onofre Beach, Jacumba Hot Springs, Salton Sea, Niland, Salton Beach and El Centro. Jason shares his adventures...
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    Episode 24- My Conversation with a Confessed Double Murderer, Visiting Brushy Mountain Penitentiary

    May 20, 2021 • 49 mins
    Ever wonder what it would be like to have a conversation with a confessed double murderer? Speaking to him out in the open to hear his story where he says he'd do it all over again? Join Jason Lanier as he recounts his eerie story of speaking with this man at the property where the murders occurred.

    Jason also discusses his shoots that he did at the historic Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary that is a companion piece to the video...
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    Episode 23- My Journey BACK from the Edge of the Alaskan Frontier- Part 2

    May 5, 2021 • 65 mins
    Wanna know what it's like to sleep in a car in sub zero conditions in Deadhorse, Alaska? Hear about caribou, ice roads, flying a drone in freezing conditions and more in Part 2 of Jason's travel to the edge of the Alaska Frontier on the Dalton Highway.

    Using just a Chevy Malibu on the "most dangerous highway in the world" Jason embarked on an epic journey to Deadhorse, Alaska and back and brings the adventure to you in this podcast...
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    Episode 22- My Journey to the Edge of the Alaskan Frontier- Part 1

    April 18, 2021 • 80 mins
    Join Jason Lanier for one of his most epic adventures yet where he travels alone to the edge of the Alaskan frontier on the Dalton Highway, known as the "most dangerous highway in the world."

    The stretch of road the ties Fairbanks to Deadhorse, the northernmost point of Alaska accessible via car has been made famous by the reality show, "Ice Road Truckers." Jason decided to embark on this journey on his own to film a documentary on...
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    Episode 21- Finding Purpose- Covering the Border Crisis as a Photojournalist and Human Being

    April 5, 2021 • 93 mins
    In early March 2021 the United States saw a significant increase in the amount of immigrants coming over its borders illegally many of them seeking asylum. Jason Lanier decided to film a documentary to cover this situation to find the truth and reality of the situation vs. what we're being told by media and politicians.

    In Episode 21, Jason discusses his journey to document this situation that took him over 2000 miles as he covered...
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    Episode 20- What's Going on with me shooting FUJI???

    March 25, 2021 • 48 mins
    Join Jason Lanier for episode 20 where he describes his recent interest in shooting with the Fuji mirrorless system. As a long time Sony and Nikon shooter, Jason jumping into the Fuji system has his followers asking why. And this episode delves into that question as he talks about Fuji's crop sensor AND medium format cameras.

    Jason also shares stories from his recent shoot at the abandoned distillery in Lexington, Kentucky that he...
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    Episode 19- SLOWING Down to Do MORE- 3 Tips to Improve Your Photography Productivity

    March 8, 2021 • 37 mins
    Wanna get more out of your work? Feel like you need to slow down in order to get more done? Join Jason Lanier for Episode 19 where he details the 3 steps he's taken in order to slow to down to do more.

    Jason updates his audience on what he's been up to for the last 3 weeks including shoots in Florida and Tennessee in the Everglades and Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary. He talks about his first time shooting the Sony A1 and what...
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