Episode 1 - October 15, 2009

Michael Raso, Duane Polcou, and John Fedele launch the Film Photography Podcast with a free-flowing discussion on why film still matters, favorite cameras and film stocks, and how analog photography continues to inspire creativity in a digital age. Film Photography Podcast – Episode 1 – October 15, 2009 Host Michael Raso is joined by Duane Polcou and John Fedele for an informal, passionate discussion centered on the resurgence of analog photography and the personal experiences that draw photographers back to film. Recorded at a time when digital photography was rapidly dominating the market, the conversation captures a moment of resistance, curiosity, and optimism for film’s future. The trio discusses shooting film in a digital world, favorite cameras and formats, film stocks, darkroom practices, and the importance of community among analog photographers. This inaugural episode establishes the Film Photography Podcast as a welcoming, conversational space for photographers of all skill levels who share a love for traditional photographic processes.