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Estimated from 18 chart positions in 18 markets.
By chart position
- 🇦🇺AU · Visual Arts#7730K to 100K
- 🇺🇸US · Visual Arts#1515K to 30K
- 🇬🇧GB · Visual Arts#1745K to 30K
- 🇮🇹IT · Visual Arts#7910K to 30K
- 🇸🇪SE · Visual Arts#1421K to 10K
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Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
52K to 192K🎙 ~2x weekly·238 episodes·Last published 5d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
104K to 384K🇦🇺26%🇻🇳26%🇺🇸8%+15 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
42K to 154K
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Do I Really Need a Tripod? Really? Why Rick, Why?
Jun 19, 2026
28m 01s
Oh No. Another Blurry Photo. Here's How to Stop It Right Now.
Jun 5, 2026
21m 18s
Are You Holding Your Camera Like a Cheese and Pickle Sandwich?
May 22, 2026
19m 05s
I've Got Hundreds of Photos on My Camera — Now What?
May 8, 2026
17m 52s
Camera. Check. Something to Photograph. Check. Now How Do You Actually Take the Photo?
Apr 24, 2026
16m 21s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 6/19/26 | Do I Really Need a Tripod? Really? Why Rick, Why? | Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Do you actually need a tripod? Not the answer every photography guide gives you — the honest one. Sometimes yes. And sometimes, genuinely, no. In this episode, I'll tell you exactly when each is true, what to look for if you decide to buy one, and the single most common tripod mistake — and it has nothing to do with the tripod itself. Whether you're thinking about buying your first tripod or wondering why the one in the cupboard never gets used, this episode will give you ... | 28m 01s | ||||||
| 6/5/26 | Oh No. Another Blurry Photo. Here's How to Stop It Right Now. | Send us Fan Mail 📷 Another blurry photo? Before you delete it — zoom in. In this episode I walk through the three types of blurry photo — camera shake, subject motion, and focus blur — how to diagnose which one you've got, and exactly what to change to stop it happening again. What We Cover Diagnose First — What Kind of Blurry Are You Looking At? Three types, how to tell them apart, and why getting the diagnosis right mattersCamera Shake Blur — Your Shutter Speed Is the Problem. The 1-o... | 21m 18s | ||||||
| 5/22/26 | Are You Holding Your Camera Like a Cheese and Pickle Sandwich? | Send us Fan Mail Are you holding your camera like a cheese and pickle sandwich? 🥪 One hand, casual, not really thinking about it? In this episode, Rick covers six practical techniques that will make your photos sharper — starting the moment you pick up your camera. No kit required. No settings to change. Just how to hold, how to stand, and how to breathe. All of it free. All of it doable today. 📸 In this episode 🎙️ How to grip your camera with your right hand (and why most b... | 19m 05s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | I've Got Hundreds of Photos on My Camera — Now What? | Send us Fan Mail 📸 About This Episode You’ve come home from a shoot with hundreds of photos on your camera — and no system for what to do next. This episode is that system. Seven practical steps you can follow in about thirty minutes after every shoot. By the end, your photos are safe, organised, selected, and improved. And you’ve learned something for next time. 📋 The Seven Steps 1. Get the photos off your camera the same day — not tomorrow 2.  ... | 17m 52s | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | Camera. Check. Something to Photograph. Check. Now How Do You Actually Take the Photo? | Send us Fan Mail 📸 You’ve got the camera. You’ve found something worth photographing. Now what? In this episode, Rick walks through the seven steps that happen between picking up your camera and pressing the shutter — the process that determines whether your photo is sharp, well composed, and actually what you intended. Practical, in order, and immediately usable. 🎟️ In this episode: 1. Hold the camera with both hands — every single time — Right hand on the grip, left... | 16m 21s | ||||||
| 4/10/26 | Shiny New Camera? Calm Down and Do This First | Send us Fan Mail 📸 About This Episode You’ve just got a new camera. The excitement is real — but most cameras come out of the box in a state that will cause you problems at exactly the moment you most want to take photos. In this episode, Rick walks you through seven quick setup steps — about twenty minutes in total — that get your camera properly ready before you take a single shot. Perfect for anyone who’s just unboxed their first camera, or who wants to start things off the rig... | 19m 59s | ||||||
| 3/27/26 | What Can An Entry Level Camera Really Do? | Send us Fan Mail 📸 Think you need an expensive camera to take great photos? You really don't. In episode 229 of the Photography Explained Podcast, I take my entry level Canon R100 to Mexico for two weeks — kit lens only — and come back with portfolio-worthy images. Under £500 of gear. Real conditions. No tricks. In this episode I reveal 7 things an entry level camera can genuinely do brilliantly — and the results might surprise you. 💡 THE 7 THINGS COVERED: 1️⃣ It produ... | 22m 33s | ||||||
| 3/13/26 | How to Know If You're Ready to Move from Phone to Camera | Send us Fan Mail 📸 Is your phone holding your photography back — or is it you? In episode 228 of the Photography Explained Podcast, I’m sharing seven honest signs that tell you whether now is the right time to move from your phone to a camera. And if it isn’t quite the right time yet, I’ll tell you exactly what to do instead. In this episode you will learn: 📱 Sign 1. You keep running into the limits of your phone camera — zooming in that turns to mush, photos that blur in dark roo... | 19m 03s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | White Balance Explained: Why Your Photos Look Too Orange or Blue | Send us Fan Mail Your photos are sharp and well-exposed — but they look weirdly orange or horribly blue. Here's how white balance works and how to fix it. 📸 This is one of those photography settings that nobody really explains to beginners. But once you understand it — and it really doesn't take long — you'll stop wondering why your photos look a bit off and start knowing exactly what to do about it. 💡 📚 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: ✅ What white balance actually is (and why it matters) ✅ W... | 24m 59s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | 📷 Why Are My Photos Too Dark? Understanding Exposure for Beginners | Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why your photos come out so dark you can barely see what you shot? You take a photo of something brilliant - a stunning sunset, your mate pulling a funny face, your dinner that actually looks restaurant-quality for once - and when you look at the result, it's so dark you might as well have taken it in a cave. Frustrating, right? 📸 This episode explains exactly why photos come out dark and gives you seven practical tips to fix it once and for all. In this episode,... | 26m 15s | ||||||
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| 1/30/26 | 📷 I Just Got My First Camera - What Do I Do in the First Week? | Send us Fan Mail You've just unboxed your first proper camera and honestly? It's a bit overwhelming. All those dials, buttons, menu options - where do you even begin? 📸 This episode walks you through exactly what to do in your first week with your new camera. No jargon, no technical overwhelm, just practical, actionable steps that'll have you taking photos you're proud of by next weekend. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How to properly set up your camera from day one ✅ Why reading the quick... | 22m 29s | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | 📷 Why Are My Photos Blurry? All the Reasons and How to Fix Them | Send us Fan Mail You've taken what you thought was the perfect shot, but when you look at it later, it's blurry. Frustrating, right? 📸 This episode breaks down all seven main reasons your photos might be blurry and gives you practical fixes for each one. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How camera shake ruins photos (and the proper technique to eliminate it) ✅ The reciprocal rule for shutter speed that prevents blur ✅ Why your focus might be off and how to manually control it ✅ How to handle... | 21m 16s | ||||||
| 1/2/26 | 📸 5 Things We All Need to Do in 2026 to Take Better Photos | Send us Fan Mail Want to take better photos in 2026 than you did in 2025? 📸 This episode gives you five simple, practical things you can start doing today that will genuinely improve your photography. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How to properly clean your camera gear and why it matters for sharp photos ✅ The smart way to learn camera settings without getting overwhelmed ✅ Why shooting in different lighting conditions makes you a better photographer ✅ How to critically review your work ... | 21m 59s | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | The Best of The Photography Explained Podcast: 29 Essential Photography Tips That Actually Matter | Send us Fan Mail Over 221 episodes, thousands of tips, and hundreds of hours of content. Today, I've distilled everything down to the most important photography tips I've ever shared. This is the episode you'll want to bookmark. 🔖 Here's the thing about doing a podcast for over 221 episodes: you accumulate a lot of advice. Some of it's specific—how to photograph buildings 🏛️, how to use a polarizing filter, how to set up your Lightroom catalog. But some tips? They're universal. ✨ They work f... | 51m 40s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | Composition Made Simple: The Rule of Thirds for Beginners | Send us Fan Mail 📸 Photography Explained Podcast - Episode 221🎯 Composition Made Simple: The Rule of Thirds for Beginners Host: Rick McEvoy 🇬🇧 | Duration: ⏱️ 23 minutes ⚡ What Is This? The Rule of Thirds is a cheat code 🎮 that instantly makes your photos more interesting. Divide your frame into 9 equal parts (like noughts and crosses), place your subject on the lines or intersection points, and watch your photos transform. Works for cameras 📷 and phones 📱. No jargon. Just results. 🎓 The 7 Ess... | 22m 10s | ||||||
| 11/21/25 | The Photographer's Eye: See a Great Photo Before You Take It | Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why some photographers spot amazing shots everywhere while you're standing in the same place seeing nothing? 👀 They're not lucky—they've trained their photographer's eye, and you can too! Host Rick McEvoy reveals the exact skills that separate snapshots from photographs. Learn to see light, composition, and decisive moments BEFORE you press the shutter. No expensive gear required! ✨ 💥 What You'll Master in This Episode: * Light First, Always 🌅💡 Why great photo... | 28m 43s | ||||||
| 11/7/25 | Why Your Photos Look Flat & How to Fix Them | Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why your photos don't look as good as the scene you remember? 🤔 The answer isn't a new camera or expensive software—it's mastering seven simple editing adjustments that transform flat photos into stunning images. ✨ Host Rick McEvoy reveals the exact editing workflow professional photographers use on EVERY photo. Learn how to make your images pop without spending hours editing or a fortune on gear. 💥 These aren't complex techniques—they're straightforward adjustm... | 24m 29s | ||||||
| 10/24/25 | 📸 Train Your Eye: Master Photography Right Where You Are🌍 | Send us Fan Mail Tired of feeling like you need an exotic location for great photos? 🎒 The truth is, the most amazing photo spots are often right outside your door. The key is learning how to see like a professional photographer. 🎁 Host Rick McEvoy gives you his essential 11-Point Checklist for training your eye and taking captivating photos, no matter where you are. Stop just looking, and truly see the world around you! ✨ 💥 What You'll Master in This Episode: Light First! ☀️💡 Always look for... | 16m 04s | ||||||
| 10/10/25 | 📸The Art of Light: From Harsh to Heavenly ✨ | Send us Fan Mail What transforms an average photograph into a stunning one? It’s light. Photography literally means "drawing with light" ✍️, but simply having light isn't enough—you need to understand how to use it as a creative tool 🎨. In this essential, practical guide, host Rick McEvoy shows you how to stop fearing "bad" light and start seeing it as an opportunity. We dive deep into the five core principles of photographic light, covering everything from the physics of harsh vs. soft light... | 22m 08s | ||||||
| 9/26/25 | Essential Accessories for Every Photographer (Without Breaking the Bank) | Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what gear you need beyond your camera? 🤔 The answer isn't a new lens or a bigger flash; it's a few simple, affordable accessories that can make a huge difference. ✨ They protect your gear, make shooting easier, and help you get better photos. 📸 In this episode, your host Rick dives deep into ten must-have items that professional photographers can't live without, showing you how to get the most out of your camera without spending a fortune. 🤑 Simple but effective... | 20m 19s | ||||||
| 9/12/25 | ISO Explained: The Simple Guide to Better Photos in Any Light ✨ | Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why some photos come out looking dark 🌑 and others are sharp but grainy? 🌾 The answer lies in one simple camera setting: ISO. 📸 It doesn't let more light in; instead, it's the digital amplifier of your photo's data. 🔊 Mastering this one setting lets you get a sharp, correctly exposed photo in any situation. 🎯 We’re diving deep into ISO, showing you what it is, how it affects your images, and the professional techniques for using it to get the cleanest photos pos... | 21m 06s | ||||||
| 8/29/25 | 🎙️Finding Your Best Angle, Simple Tips for Better Composition 🖼️ | Send us Fan Mail The Secret to Amazing Photos Isn't a Camera. It's How You Use Your Eyes. ✨ Have you ever wondered what separates a simple snapshot from a truly captivating photograph? It’s all about composition—the art of purposefully arranging everything within your photo frame to guide the viewer's eye and tell a clear story. In this episode, your host, Rick, demystifies this powerful photographic tool, sharing five simple, practical, and highly effective tips to help you move beyond takin... | 21m 59s | ||||||
| 8/15/25 | Your First Five Steps into Landscape Photography (Even in Your Local Park!) | Send us Fan Mail 🏞️ Photography Explained Podcast - Episode 213: Your First Five Steps into Landscape Photography (Even in Your Local Park!) 📸 What if you could take stunning landscape photos without traveling to exotic locations? In this episode, your host Rick McEvoy makes photography accessible by showing you how to find beauty right where you are—even in your local park. We’ll get straight to the point with five simple, practical steps to help you capture images you'll be truly proud of. ... | 26m 20s | ||||||
| 8/1/25 |  Creative Use of Depth of Field: Blurry Backgrounds, Sharp Subjects 🎯 | Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how some photos make the subject leap out with a dreamy, soft background, while others keep every detail crystal-clear from front to back? That, my dear listener, is the magic of Depth of Field (DoF)! ✨ In this episode, Rick McEvoy, your plain-English photography guide, unlocks this fundamental concept, showing you how to wield it for stunning, professional-looking images every time. Forget complex jargon; we're talking about depth of sharpness – how much of you... | 21m 53s | ||||||
| 7/18/25 | Master Your Camera Modes: A Simple Guide to Auto, Aperture, Shutter & Manual Settings | Send us Fan Mail Are you tired of your camera making all the decisions? 😫 Want to take control and unlock its full creative potential? This episode is your straightforward guide to understanding camera modes and transforming your photography from guesswork to glorious! ✨ 💡 Why Camera Modes Matter (Beyond Auto!) Ever wondered why some of your photos are perfect in Auto Mode, and others just... aren't? It's all about control! Your camera's shooting modes – that dial on top with letters like M, ... | 24m 59s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
18 placements across 18 markets.
Chart Positions
18 placements across 18 markets.