Best Alexander Carver Podcasts (2025)

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Pushing The Limits with David Venezia 1:34:32

11d ago1:34:32

1:34:32

We’re back with another episode featuring our good friend David, who’s doing something absolutely wild in the world of analog photography: shooting 20x24 instant color portraits using a giant camera from the Nineteen-hundreds. Go big or go home! We talk about bringing a dead format back to life, hauling a 300-pound camera across state lines, and wh…

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Good things coming soon! 59:58

24d ago59:58

59:58

We are back, again! Just a few updates to share on this episodes. Good things coming soon! If you enjoyed this episode please consider becoming a guest sponsor! Visit our Patreon for more details. https://www.patreon.com/phxfilmrevival Don't forget to follow us on our socials! @phxfilmrevival

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Mountain Feral Craft with Callan Burton-Shore 54:41

1M ago54:41

54:41

In this episode, I chat with Callan Burton-Shore @mountainferalcraft, an ancestral skills teacher living near Asheville, North Carolina. Callan was first introduced to carving and other craft skills at school, and they have since become a big part of her life. She lives closely connected to the land and teaches others the art of tanning hides, carv…

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Film Photography Power Couple - Nate & Lucinda 2:00:55

3M ago2:00:55

2:00:55

It's been a minute, but we are back! We had the pleasure of recording this epsiode with Nate and Lucinda back on Halloween last year. It was nice to catch up with our friends and fellow Film Photography Power Couple and see what they have been up to. Be sure to give Nate and Lucinda a follow on Instagram. Nate - https://www.instagram.com/nate.ograp…

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From Log to Spoon with Alex Finberg 1:19:47

3M ago1:19:47

1:19:47

In this episode, I talk to Alex Finberg @lex.finberg (https://www.instagram.com/alex.finberg/), a passionate, creative, and prolific maker from Devon, UK. Alex’s work involves introducing various crafts and activities into people’s lives. Through this, people can find community and meaning, which can have a profoundly positive impact. Since carving…

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Talking to tool maker Adam Ashworth 1:19:24

4M ago1:19:24

1:19:24

In this episode, I talk with Adam Ashworth @adamashworth97, a tool maker from the UK. Adam first discovered greenwood carving and later connected with established toolmakers Nic Westermann and James Wood. Inspired by their work, he pursued his passion and now runs his own workshop, crafting beautiful, handmade carving tools for people around the wo…

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Crafted with passion by Nadav Ben Shlomo 1:11:47

5M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

In this episode, I talk with Nadav Ben Shlomo @nbs_artnwood, an artist originally from Israel who now lives and works in Prague, Czech Republic. Nadav creates beautiful and playful pieces from locally sourced wood. He shares his passion not only through his work but also via Instagram, YouTube, and Patreon. We discussed his creative process, worksp…

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Carving in Cornwall with Felix Lane 1:06:24

5M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

In this episode, I talk to Felix Lane @felix_the_wood, a young and talented greenwood carver from Cornwall, UK. Felix carved his first spoon at the age of 11 and has been honing his craft ever since. His enthusiasm is unmistakable, and it’s great to see a young man find something that gives him not only joy but also a drive and direction in his lif…

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Path to Purpose with KJ Herb 1:57:01

7M ago1:57:01

1:57:01

KJ Herb shares her journey from former business student to passionate film photographer, reflecting on her Arizona roots and the path that led her to embrace photography. She talks about her "directorial" approach, crafting intentional, staged compositions and the unique challenges and rewards of working with film. KJ also discusses navigating gate…

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Documentary Photography with James Green 1:37:37

7M ago1:37:37

1:37:37

We're excited to chat with James Green, a wedding and portrait photographer with an eye for capturing unforgettable moments. By day, James is also an engineer, blending his technical skills with a creative passion for film photography. Join us as we explore his unique perspective on photography, balancing careers, and the art of storytelling throug…

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Product and Print with Dino Jagger 1:59:16

9M ago1:59:16

1:59:16

In this episode of the Phoenix Film Revival podcast, we have the pleasure of interviewing the accomplished Dino Jagger. We explore his distinctive photography style, his mastery in product photography, and his experience creating three captivating photo books that showcase his work. Dino takes us behind the scenes of his creative journey, discussin…

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The Ol' Days With Greg Berlucchi 1:38:46

10M ago1:38:46

1:38:46

We had a pleasant chat with our friend @awephoto and got a little of his backstory in film photography and what he's currently been up to. If you have shopped at Foto Forum pre pandemic you most likely have met Greg. Can you believe he had his own darkroom at the age of 12? --------------------------------------------------- To submit to our new pr…

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Getting Creative with Danny Upshaw 1:31:09

10M ago1:31:09

1:31:09

We finally got a chance to sit down and chat with our friend Danny Upshaw. While he's not an active film shooter he definitely is creative on a daily basis. Be sure to give Danny a follow on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/unheard.harmony/ --------------------------------------------------- To submit to our new project, Film Photo Zine, visit …

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Chatting with Kurt Viers 1:25:49

11M ago1:25:49

1:25:49

Always a good time chatting with Kurt, AKA @partyteeth We got a chance to catch up and chat about shooting film on Phoenix streets. We also chat about a collective he's been heading up with a few other folks called Domino Film Photo and what they are doing for the black & white film shooter community abroad. Be sure to give Kurt a follow on IG as w…

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We're back! Thanks for waiting. 1:30:25

11M ago1:30:25

1:30:25

Hey friends, Sorry for disappearing on you. We got caught up with a bunch of different things these last few months and had to hold off on recording new episodes. Good news though, we are back! We have already recorded the next episode after this one and can't wait to share our conversation with Kurt. Though we have many more guests lined up in the…

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@The Meadow with Dr. Gary Stager 1:00:20

12M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

In our final episode, Joseph is thrilled to sit down with Dr. Gary Stager, one of the world's leading experts and advocates for computer programming, robotics and learning-by-doing in classroom. They have a wide-ranging conversation about what is working and what is not working in classrooms, the nature of EdTech and even a little bit about artific…

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Live! @The Meadow with Alex Honnold 1:08:54

1y ago1:08:54

1:08:54

This week The Meadows School hosted a very special guest: Alex Honnold, world-renowned professional rock-climber, showcased in the movie Free Solo documenting his record-breaking free solo ascent of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Please enjoy this special live episode of @The Meadow where Joseph and Dr. Jay Berckley, Head of School, engage i…

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@The Meadow with Glenn Whitman 54:05

1y ago54:05

54:05

On this episode Joe sits down with "Friend of the Show" Glenn Whitman. Glenn is the Director of the Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning in Potomac, Maryland and the author of "Neuroteach". Joe and Glenn talk about The Meadows partnership with the CTTL, Mind Brain Education and the future of learning!…

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Wellbeing in Woodworking with Samuel Alexander 1:03:34

1+ y ago1:03:34

1:03:34

In this episode, I speak with @SamuelAlexandershapes. Samuel talks about how he initially came to carving through seeking help dealing with depression. Something clicked, and it has since become a strong positive influence in his life. He spent many years learning and eventually teaching at the @LondonGreenwood. He is creating beautiful objects wit…

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@The Meadow with Dr. Beth Schueler 1:00:30

1+ y ago1:00:30

1:00:30

This week we welcome Dr Beth Schueler, an Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia. We have a wide ranging discussion about debate, learning outcomes and our shared time at Whitman College.

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Community Chat - January 2024 1:11:08

1+ y ago1:11:08

1:11:08

We are back for another season of The Phoenix Film Revival Podcast! And what better way to start it off than to hear from various film photographers in the Phoenix community?! On Sunday, January 28th we hosted our first film photography meetup of the year and had over 90 people come out to celebrate. Stacy and I opened up the lab to hang out and co…

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Spoons, Snails, and Community with Oren Hetzroni 1:12:29

1+ y ago1:12:29

1:12:29

In this episode, I talk with Oren Hetzroni (@hetzronio), a product designer and Spoon carver from Israel. After studying design, Oren initially started woodturning before he discovered the work of Robinwood (@robinwoodcraft). This led him into the world of Greenwood, where he continues to this day. Oren carves amazing spoons and also teaches the cr…

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@The Meadow with Stefan Bauschard 1:01:52

1+ y ago1:01:52

1:01:52

This week we welcome AI thought leader and debate coach, Stefan Bauschard. Stefan and Joe talk about the impact that the emergence of AI will have in schools and how debate is more important than ever!

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Songs and Spoons with Tamsin Quin 1:02:18

1+ y ago1:02:18

1:02:18

In this episode, I talked to Tamsin Quin (@quinwoodcraft) a talented musician and self taught spoon carver from the UK. Tamsin spoke of instantly being hooked and resonating deeply with carving and working with wood. Tamsin spent many years carving instinctually as a hobby, after eventually attending a Spoonsfest where she connected with other pass…

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Tea Time with Nolan Rogers 2:55:01

1+ y ago2:55:01

2:55:01

Cruising the US in his Buick, Nolan has been around the block taking pictures along the way. He joined us all the way from Ohio to chat film and his experiences along the way. Most folks now a days equate Polaroid or instant film with Instax or this new version of what Polaroid has become while Nolan still shoots the OG pack film better known peel …

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@The Meadow with Priten Shah 42:27

1+ y ago42:27

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In Season 3's premiere episode, Joe reunites with Priten Shah, author of AI and the Future of Education, to discuss the last year in development around artificial intelligence and the classroom.

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Saguaros and the Southwest with Ryan Cortez 1:39:12

1+ y ago1:39:12

1:39:12

The Southwest and Large Format, name a better duo! I'll wait. We had the pleasure chatting with Ryan about his escapades of shooting 4x5 in the sunny Southwest. He's also a fellow developer and takes to handling his film through the entire process. Be sure to give Ryan a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/celestron_swanson/ If you enjoy…

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From The Capitol With Frank Thorp V 1:39:32

1+ y ago1:39:32

1:39:32

Frank Thorp V is a journalist and correspondent known for his work with NBC News. He's been involved in covering various political events at Capitol Hill and the White House. Thorp is recognized for his insightful reporting and analysis on political matters and has been a prominent figure in the realm of political journalism. Did we mention, he als…

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Pouring One Out For Frederick Scott Archer 1:17:05

1+ y ago1:17:05

1:17:05

Frederick Scott Archer was an English sculptor and photographer credited with inventing the wet plate collodion process, a significant advancement in 19th-century photography. This process involved coating glass plates with a light-sensitive collodion solution, enhancing the efficiency of photography. Mathew Brady, an American photographer, is reno…

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Off the Rails with Ryan Casillas 1:53:05

1+ y ago1:53:05

1:53:05

For the gentleman who need no introduction, Ryan Casillas. Give a listen and follow Ryan on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ryanquesadilla/ If you enjoyed this episode please consider becoming a guest sponsor! Visit our Patreon for more details. https://www.patreon.com/phxfilmrevival Don't forget to follow us on our socials!…

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Weegee on the Ouija - Halloween Edition 1:52:19

1+ y ago1:52:19

1:52:19

Weegee, whose real name was Arthur Fellig, was a renowned American photographer and photojournalist. He gained fame in the mid-20th century for his gritty and often shocking black-and-white photographs of crime scenes, accidents, and urban life in New York City. Weegee's work was characterized by its raw and unflinching portrayal of the city's unde…

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Archiving with The Film Hound 1:12:09

1+ y ago1:12:09

1:12:09

The average life of a roll of film often ends as soon as the images are scanned into digital files and are discarded never to be handled by the photographer again. Heck, up until the last few years, Walgreens and CVS would develop your film and wouldn't even offer to return your negatives as it was seen as an unnecessary cost in handling. Sadly, ma…

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Henry Fox Talbot and the Calotype 1:22:46

1+ y ago1:22:46

1:22:46

Henry Fox Talbot was a British scientist and inventor who is best known for his pioneering work in the field of photography. He is credited with inventing the "calotype" or "talbotype" process, which was an early photographic method using paper negatives. This innovation laid the foundation for modern photography, as it allowed multiple positive pr…

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Out West with Liz Potter 1:02:15

1+ y ago1:02:15

1:02:15

After being a long time follower on Instagram, we finally got to chat with Liz Potter. From silver gelatin prints, to emulsion lifts, to hand colored prints, Liz does it all. Working with a mix of different cameras, techniques and holding a degree in journalism, Liz captures the life of the American Southwest in the small town of Alpine, Texas. A t…

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Getting Down with Daguerre 1:21:30

1+ y ago1:21:30

1:21:30

In continuing our research on the history of photography, Stacy fills us in on the life of Louis Daguerre. Credited with inventing one of the first forms of photography, Daguerre would go down in history as a scientist who brought the worlds attention to this new concept. Using iodine, mercury vapor and a highly polished silver plate, Daguerre was …

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Spoon chat with Nick Murphy 1:04:32

1+ y ago1:04:32

1:04:32

In this episode I talk with Nick Murphy ( @murphys_spoon ) an educator, musician and spoon carver from the UK. We spoke about how Nick discovered spoon carving, why he continues it to this day and is happy to pass on his passion and knowledge through this work teaching children with @theoutdoorsgroup . If you enjoy the podcast and want to support i…

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Going Platinum with Matt Beaty 1:18:39

1+ y ago1:18:39

1:18:39

When he exposes himself to film, the silver grains blush. Light has only once traveled the speed of Matt. He can develop a negative back into a latent image. He is the most interesting Matt in the world. All jokes aside, it was nice catching up with Matt Beaty from Hidden Light in Flagstaff, Arizona. He fills us in on the alluring process of platin…

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Nicéphore Niépce and the First Photograph 1:30:27

1+ y ago1:30:27

1:30:27

Stacy took a deep dive to learn more about the first photograph and the father of photography, Nicéphore Niépce. She shares her findings to provide a much better understanding of where photography got it's start. We also share some updates about upcoming events and how to can participate. If you are in Phoenix and are interested in taking a worksho…

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Getting Wright with Andrew Pielage 1:30:42

1+ y ago1:30:42

1:30:42

Andrew Pielage is a renowned American architectural photographer known for his exceptional talent in capturing the beauty and essence of architectural marvels. His passion for photography and architecture led him to embark on a journey to document the iconic buildings and structures of Frank Lloyd Wright. Andrew's work is characterized by his keen …

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Chatting it up with Tonissa Saul 2:37:17

1+ y ago2:37:17

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Our good friend and new neighbor, Tonissa, came over to record with us and help share some updates about the new podcast format. Not only are we switching to a weekly schedule, we will also be sharing our research in photography along the way. We plan to rotate between hosting guests and chatting between our selves about our discoveries in photogra…

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Talking Tintypes with Silver and Cedar 1:33:35

1+ y ago1:33:35

1:33:35

A tintype, also known as a melainotype or ferrotype, is a photograph made by creating a direct positive on a thin sheet of metal, colloquially called 'tin', coated with a dark lacquer or enamel and used as the support for the photographic emulsion. Tintypes enjoyed their widest use during the 1860s and 1870s, but lesser use of the medium persisted …

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As seen on YouTube with Nick Carver 1:17:15

2y ago1:17:15

1:17:15

You probably know Nick from YouTube. With over 100k subscribers, Nick has grown a following for his work in wide format film photography. Illustrating his experience with a technical approach, Nick takes you on his journey with film photography on almost ever picture he takes. From shooting to scanning to printing, Nick entertains and educates ever…

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Calling the shots with Alexander Miller 1:48:45

2y ago1:48:45

1:48:45

I'll been following Alexander on Instagram for a while now and it's always been a treat seeing him working on random projects both in film and his personal life. One day he'll be rebuilding a gas powered big wheel, the next he'll be on location in the middle of nowhere working as a grip. Part time man of mystery, part time mad scientist, Alexander …

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Getting abducted with Dave Tabor 1:09:29

2y ago1:09:29

1:09:29

Dave Tabor has been a friend of the lab for over a year now. We first connected with him through one of our silver gelatin printing workshops we hosted back in March of 2022. Since then he became a regular at our open lab sessions coming in to print his work. Recently Dave scored some darkroom gear including a full enlarger setup and transitioned t…

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Getting to know Everett Milloy 1:14:35

2y ago1:14:35

1:14:35

Where do I even start with Everett? Another great friend of the darkroom. We first met when he dropped by for a First Friday event we hosted back in 2019. It was his birthday and he had a whole entourage in tow. We briefly chatted and he shared his excitement for our community darkroom and let us know he was studying photography at ASU. He gave us …

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Story time with Dave Dupree 1:54:06

2y ago1:54:06

1:54:06

We finally got the chance to catch up with Dave Dupree and properly save this episode. We had previously recorded a podcast with Dave only to have our batteries die at the end and lose the session. Bummer! Lesson learned, AC power from here on out. It was nice to finally get some backstory on Dave's start with photography and his journey into the c…

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Giveaway 51:47

2y ago51:47

51:47

Well, we're back, you guessed it, another podcast. This time we want to give you something! Could be film, could be a print, could be a camera, who knows. It's simple to win too, but it will take a little enthusiasm on your part. Start by listening to this podcast for details on how to enter. Best part, it won't cost you a penny. No pay to play aro…

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Lucinda's Adventure with Film Photography 57:51

2y ago57:51

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I met Lucinda when she took one of our film processing workshops at the lab. She had a little experience shooting film and wanted to save money on processing as well as taking more control of her results. Since then, she's been developing all of her film at home saving her money to shoot more film! We managed to snag one of her prints from her onli…

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John Romero Nance Jr visits Arizona 1:03:07

2y ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Out of the blue, John reached out to us on Instagram looking for community and places to shoot on his visit to Arizona. I took a moment to check out his work and was amazed with his large portfolio of portrait work. We get to chatting and I can't help but ask him to be on our podcast. Be sure to check out his website and give him a follow in Instag…

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Illustrator and spoon carver Lee John Phillips 1:18:42

2y ago1:18:42

1:18:42

In this episode, I talked to Lee John Phillips (@leejohnhillips), an award-winning illustrator and talented spoon carver. We talk about how Lee started, why he decided not to sell his spoons, AI, spoon and chip carving design and more. I have always admired his unique work and amazing chip carving. It was a pleasure to get to talk to him today and …

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