
The Stalman Podcast
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160: AI for Creators: Tier List
159: Mastering iPhone Camera Settings
158: Can You Be Creative AND Get Paid?
157: Lumix S1 II: The Best Most Slept on Camera

Ep 156156: Google Reveals How Creators Will Prove Their Work Is Real
A conversation with Google’s C2PA and Pixel Camera leads explaining how content credentials work as a “digital passport” for media, tracking how images, video, and audio are created and edited. How this system could become a standard for verifying authenticity in an AI-driven world, what it looks like in real products today, and why widespread adoption across cameras, apps, and platforms is critical.  Watch the video

Ep 155155: Must learn apps for a creative career
Which apps actually matter for creative professionals? Watch the video

Ep 154154: These are skills creative pros need
The first episode of Full Stack Creator and a breakdown of the essential skills modern creatives need to build a sustainable career, and why becoming a full stack creator gives you more control, opportunities, and creative freedom. Tyler's presets and LUTs David's thumbnail training Watch the episode

Ep 153153: Gear of the Year, 2025
Tyler 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 Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Jordan Drake.

Ep 152152: What Camera Techs Know That You Don’t
The vital role of a digitech in ensuring seamless photo shoots. George Brooks (aka Digibrooks) shares his expertise on camera technology, data management, and offers practical advice for photographers Watch the video

Ep 151151: Inside the iPhone 17 Camera Design
The iPhone camera team discusses selfies on the iPhone 17, with Apple's Jon McCormack & Megan Nash Watch the episode

Ep 150150: Photographers React to Apples New Camera Design, with Sebastian de With & Ben Sandofsky
Breaking down the huge Apple redesign announced at WWDC with guests Sebastian de With and Ben Sandofsky, developers of award winning apps Halide and Kino https://www.lux.cameraSpecial Guests: Ben Sandofsky and Sebastiaan de With.

Ep 149149: Which fitness gadgets are worth it? with Shervin Shares
There is a ton of tech to help you gain muscle, lose weigh and get fit. But does any of it matter? Shervin Shares has tried them all. Check out Shervin's channel Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Shervin Shares.

Ep 148148: Inside Apple's Audio & Video Labs, with Brian Tong
We got to tour Apple's top secret audio & video labs, this what Brian Tong and I saw Watch Brian's video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Riv1IAEBk9M Watch the episode

Ep 147147: Gear of the Year 2024, with Jordan Drake
In 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. Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Jordan Drake.

Ep 146146: Final Cut Pro 11, with Thomas Grove Carter
Final Cut Final took it up a notch and Thomas Grove Carter created the release trailer for Apple. Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Thomas Grove Carter.

Ep 145145: What Can the Apple Vision Pro do for Creatives, with Gregory Wieber
The rest of the world is getting to test Apple Vision and we talk with Gregory Wieber about what it can do for photographers, filmmakers and developers. Watch the video

Ep 144144: The Camera Plateau, with Chris Niccolls & Jordan Drake
Final Cut Camera, new cameras from Lumix and how far are cameras from peaking? Watch the videoSpecial Guests: Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake.

Ep 143143: Apple AI at WWDC, with Sebastian de With & Ben Sandofsky
Photographers & camera app developers breakdown the Apple Intelligence announcement With guests Sebastian de With and Ben Sandofsky, developers of the apps Halide and Kino https://www.lux.camera Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Sebastiaan de With.

Ep 142142: The Best Camera for Street Photography, with Simbarashe Cha
A complete guide to street photography from New York Times street style photographer, Simbarashe Cha. How he got started in the industry, tips for shooting and we debate if Fuji or Leica make the best cameras for street photos. Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Simbarashe Cha.

Ep 141141: Designing the Stalman Clamp, with Brandon Peterson
How I designed the Stalman Clam. the first vertical iPhone clamp with Kondor Blue Watch the video

Ep 140140: Gear of the Year 2023, with Petapixel's Jordan Drake
The 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 Best Movie Jordan: Past Lives Tyler: Blackberry Best Book Jordan: Opposable Thumbs Tyler: Generations Best Videogame Jordan: Zelda -Tears of the Kingdom Tyler: Spider-Man 2 Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Jordan Drake.

Ep 139139: The Best Sony Hybrid Camera, with Dunna
A tour of Dunna's gear bag and his favourite Sony cameras for photo and video. Watch the episode Special Guest: Dunna.

Ep 138138: M3 Macs: Is it the right time to upgrade? with Alex Lindsay
The new MacBook Pros, M3 Family of chips and how the iPhone will reshape filmmaking, with Alex Lindsay Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Alex Lindsay.

Ep 137137: Accessories to Level Up the iPhone 15, with Stephen Robles
The huge changes USB-C brings to iPhone accessories, the power of LOG video and more, with guest Stephen Robles Accessories mentioned (amazon affiliate links) Razer cooler https://amzn.to/46S5Rh0 Selore USB-C hub https://amzn.to/3MlLC3e OWC 1TB SSD https://amzn.to/3SlMCZ0 Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Stephen Robles.

Ep 136136: iPhone 15 and Photography, Mac Power Users crossover
Why creative pros are excited about the iPhone 15, photography tips and app recomendations, with David Sparks of Mac Power UsersSpecial Guest: David Sparks.

Ep 135135: Do photographers have a future? with Noah Kalina
With tech and AI moving so fast, what jobs will be left for photographers? Expert image maker Noah Kalina helps figure out it Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Noah Kalina.

Ep 134134: What's Next for Apple? with Vjeran Pavic of The Verge
Looking forward to what Apple's big announcements will mean for creatives Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Vjeran Pavic.

Ep 133133: Battle of the Camera Brands, with Chris & Jordan of PetaPixel
Why closing DPReview is a terrible idea, review of the Sony ZV-E1 and every camera brand compared, with Chris & Jordan of Petapixel Watch the episodeSpecial Guests: Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake.

Ep 132132: The State of AI for Creative Professionals, with Adam Lisagor
Where is AI in 2023 for filmmakers, photographers and the creative industry, with Adam Lisagor Watch the episode on YouTube

Ep 131131: M2 MacBook Pros, with Apple's Kate Bergeron & Doug Brooks
Talking to Apple's Kate Bergeron, VP of Hardware Engineering and Doug Brooks, Mac Product Marketing about the new M2 MacBook Pros Watch the episode

Ep 130130: Lumix S5II: Is Panasonic back in the game? with Patrick Tomasso
Panasonic's big swing to take win the hearts of mirrorless video shooters, with Patrick Tomasso Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Patrick Tomasso.

Ep 129129: Gear of the Year 2022, with DP Review's Jordan Drake
The best cameras, tech and media of 2022 with special guest Jordan Drake of DP Review TV Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Jordan Drake.

Ep 128128: Who Needs a Camera When You've Got AI? with Daze Maze
The craziness at Twitter, generative AI and the latest cameras with Dave Maze Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: David Altizer.

Ep 127127: What We Need from Apple, with MaxTech
Talking to Max Yuryev about reviewing tech at Sony Kando Trip Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Max Yuryev.

Ep 126126: Cameras and Gimbals in Hawaii, with Matt Pierce
Testing the Fuji X-H2S, Ronin RS3 and the fall of Instagram Watch the video

Ep 125125: The Business of Youtube, with Justin Tse
Making money as a creator is a real thing, but it's complicated Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Justin Tse.

Ep 124124: WWDC in Person, with Matt Moniz
Our 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.

Ep 123123: The Latest in Video Production, with Dave Maze
Back with Dave Maze from NAB reporting on the biggest news in video production My NAB coverage on Instagram Watch the videoSpecial Guest: David Altizer.

Ep 122122: Get it Right in Camera, with Simbarashe Cha
Why can't my photos look as good as film straight out of camera? Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Simbarashe Cha.

Ep 121121: Winning the iPhone Macro Challenge
Talking to Apple's Vice President of iPhone Marketing, Kaiann Drance, about the evolution of mobile photography and interviewing the winners of the iPhone Macro Challenge Trevor Collins Ashley Lee Guido Cassanelli Abhik Mondal Daniel Olah Watch the video

Ep 120120: Mac Studios, with Jonathan Morrison
How creative professionals push the Mac to it's limits Follow Jonathan & Friends Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Jonathan Morrison.

Ep 119119: What Makes Colour Filmic, with Cam MacKey
The secret ingredient to great colour with Cam MacKey Watch the video

Ep 118118: Why Cameras Need Open Gate, with Jordan Drake
In depth impressions of the Panasonic GH6 with Jordan Drake of DP Review TV Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Jordan Drake.

Ep 117117: Music production and the Canon R5 C
The world of modern music production with DJ Disoriental and hands on impression of the Canon R5 C Watch the video

Ep 116116: Gear of the Year 2021, with Jordan Drake of DP Review
The best of the best in 2021 Watch the video 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 Book Tyler - Four Thousand Weeks Jordan - Mad Men Carousel Game Tyler - Ratchet and Clank Jordan - Civilization VISpecial Guest: Jordan Drake.

Ep 115115: What's Wrong with the Metaverse, with Patrick Tomasso
Will Web3 ever be interesting? Watch the videoSpecial Guest: Patrick Tomasso.

Ep 114114: Crypto, Sony a7 IV and MacBook Pros, with Jenna Ezarik
The cameras & computers we're creating videos with, and our take on crypto hype.Special Guest: Jenna Ezarik.

Ep 113113: Hands on M1 Max MacBook Pro, with Stephen Hackett
One week with Apple's truly pro laptop Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Stephen Hackett.

Ep 112112: iPhone 13: All the camera details, with Michael Tobin
Picking apart all the iPhone 13 camera features, behind the scenes creating the reviews and what photographers and filmmakers can expect. Watch the episodeSpecial Guest: Michael Tobin.

Ep 111111: iPhone 13: Talking to the Camera Engineers
bonusA special interview with Apple's VPs of iPhone Worldwide Marketing and Camera Engineering Kaiann Drance - VP, Worldwide iPhone Product Marketing Jon McCormack - VP, Camera Software Engineering Graham Townsend - VP, Camera Hardware Engineering