While I was away, I found a more convenient and successful way to sell my film cameras. And I had my musical passions and memories stirred by an unexpected source.

Episode 15: Thank You

Jun 22nd, 2018 2m 36s

Due to an unfortunate accident, I will be unable to continue this podcast, at least for the foreseeable future. I hope to return someday, but currently things are suddenly in disarray. Please continue to keep film alive. I'll be watching from

Episode 14: Unrequited Minolta love, allergies and grateful shout outs

Jun 18th, 2018 27m 20s

In this episode, I express my love for the wonderful Minolta X-700 (dead) and X-570 (dying), my allergies that I didn't know I had for much of my life (and a handy remedy if you're an allergy sufferer) and a grateful shout out to the Negative P

Episode 13: How appropriate for this to be episode 13, since it's all about my bad luck with eBay

Jun 16th, 2018 20m 29s

Bleep eBay! In this episode, I rant more than a little bit about my experience with the BIG auction site and my experiences as both a buyer and frustrated seller. Hopefully, I can save you some headaches. Or you can laugh at my terminal newbie-

Episode 12: More tales of eBay madness and other ramblings

Jun 4th, 2018 28m 42s

A day of watching sports on TV left quite an impression on me, so forgive me for opening this episode with my thoughts on the NBA finals. After that, I have more to share on selling stuff on eBay...it ain't pretty. Plus, I talk about an entry l

Episode 11: Buying and selling film cameras online...my headaches and welcome to 'em

May 30th, 2018 20m 34s

As if buying film cameras online isn't fraught with enough headaches! I've begun selling cameras online and am learning about the frustrations on the other side. If you're an experienced online seller, try not to laugh at me too hard. If you're

Episode 10: Scaling Back and Big Macs with Bacon

May 25th, 2018 23m 22s

I'm paring back my film camera collection, in part because I've come to realize I'll never get around to fully realizing the potential of all the cameras I currently own. 'Tis better to master one camera at a time, and the Canon A-1 more than

Episode 9: The Canon FTB, the nearly indestructible 35mm SLR

Apr 29th, 2018 11m 55s

Got it on Ebay for a song because it was in not so great condition but came with a great lens. My FTB apparently led a hard life before I got it, but I've come to appreciate its quirky charms. If you find one in better shape than mine, you'll h

Episode 8: Special "guest reviewer" delivers the smackdown

Apr 23rd, 2018 4m 55s

I turned this episode over to a "guest reviewer" who explains, in his own inimitable way, which camera is best for newbies. Yeah, right😅! Hope you enjoy.

Episode 7: A few random ruminations

Apr 17th, 2018 13m 47s

Had some bonus free time and thought I would share some thoughts on film availability and other stuff. No, I'm not doing this just to rub in the great weather in San Diego 😎

Episode 6: The Minolta X-570...is it better than the X-700? Or even the Canon A-1?

Apr 15th, 2018 11m 24s

Whether it's better or not, the Minolta X-570 is a great, easy to use 35mm SLR that has a couple of features that put both the X-700 and the A-1 to shame. But...there's a big BUT...

Episode 5: The Canon T70...it's ugly, but it gets you there!

Apr 11th, 2018 8m 16s

Apologies to legendary admen Doyle, Dane and Bernbach...the Canon T70 is a subjectively ugly 35mm camera that's easy to operate, uses Canon FD lenses and can usually be found for a song online or elsewhere. Definitely worth a look and a try.

Episode 4: The Yashica Electro 35 GSN...takes great pictures while driving you crazy!

Apr 3rd, 2018 14m 20s

In this episode, I talk about my most frustrating camera, the Yashica 35 Electro 35 GSN, a camera that may claim your sanity but gives you results that make it worth the price.

Episode 3A: But wait...there's more!

Mar 28th, 2018 10m 27s

How could I leave out these additional and key influences on my photography journey from episode 3? Two more great film sites for your perusal.

Episode 3: Influences And Influencers

Mar 28th, 2018 24m 46s

Sharing some of the people, places and things that instruct, influence and inspire my photography journey.

Episode 2a: Undocumented Minolta AF2 feature

Mar 23rd, 2018 10m 13s

Who knew? I certainly didn't! If you have a Minolta Hi-Matic AF2, the manual says the slowest shutter speed is 1/8 of a second. Um, I beg to differ; it can go longer. It could come in handy in low light situations where you'd rather not use the

Episode 2: G.A.S., how you get it, how to cure it

Mar 21st, 2018 25m 44s

Gear Acquisition Syndrome can sneak up on a photography newbie; it certainly got to me. Maybe this episode will help you avoid it. If not, don't blow your budget😎