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Take heed, loyal listeners! Flothemes, a Wordpress template creator which I have promoted on this podcast, and which I use on five active websites, is closing up shop.
Listen to this special bonus episode for all the relevant details. Personally, I am very disappointed in how this entire situation has been handled by Flothemes and Pixieset, which acquired Flothemes in 2021. 
There's a lot to unpack for the thousands and thousands of Flothemes users and unless you were an affiliate member or part of the Flothemes Facebook Group, you may not have received the announcement yet! They are closing up shop and they still have not sent out an email to all of their users.
In the meantime, I will be searching for a new option for my several websites, and I will keep you updated in the process in case you are looking as well. Be sure to follow me on the socials for more updates:
https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto
https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphoto
https://threads.net/@thenerdyphoto
 

Hey there loyal listeners! Just a quick status update from the Nerdy Photographer Podcast. There are new episodes coming, however I have needed to prioritize my physical and mental health which has taken away time from editing and producing those episodes. It takes a lot of work and we are still waiting on those big time podcast sponsorship dollars to start rolling in...any day now!
Our celebration of reaching 100 episodes is coming up and there's still time to send a message telling us what your favorite episode, guest, or topic was OR let us know what you would like to hear on future episodes. You will even get a shoutout on the episode and social media. 
Just visit one of the links below to send a message, a DM, or leave a voice memo:
https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto https://twitter.com/thenerdyphoto In the meantime, feel free to listen to any past episodes you may have missed or leave us a review! And check back soon for new episodes.

Last week, Meta launched Instagram Threads and it already has over 100 million downloads!
Just what you wanted, another social media app to worry about, right? Well, I have a quick intro to Instagram Threads as well as my pros and cons of the platform so far.
The energy on the app is sort of like the early days of Twitter or chat rooms near the turn of the millennium. There's a lot happening and it's all rushing by at lightning speed.
Whether the platform has the endurance to stick around in the already crowded social media landscape, there are opportunities for photographers as well as other visual creatives and podcasters (yes, showing some love for my podcast community).
From image quality to discovery to how to take advantage of the sign up process to get more followers, there is a lot packed into this short episode.
Be sure to listen and then get on threads while the shiny new feeling is still on the app. Use this time to make important connections and broaden your network. And just have fun. Be warned, though, there are some difficulties with the app. 
But those are growing pains, right?
While you are over there, be sure to follow me:
https://threads.net/@thenerdyphoto
https://threads.net/@caseyfphoto
https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto
 
 

Attention Nerdy Photo Crew and everyone else out there listening! Exciting news awaits! The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is about to reach a major milestone - it's 100th episode! And we couldn't have done it without you, our amazing listeners. To celebrate this momentous occasion, we want to hear from you!
We're calling on all of the Nerdy Photographer fans to share their input and make this milestone episode truly special. We want to know your favorite episodes, the guests who made you laugh, and the topics that made you think. Your feedback will help us curate a special compilation of the most beloved moments from the past 100 episodes.
But that's not all! We also want to hear your ideas and suggestions for the next 100 episodes. What topics do you want us to explore? Is there a specific guest you'd love to hear from? Are there any burning questions you want us to address? Your input will shape the future of our podcast and ensure that the next 100 episodes are even more captivating and engaging.
Here's how you can participate: Go to the website - https://nerdyphotographer.com - and leave a voice message, or you can send us an email, or connect with us on social media.
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Send a voice memo, a message, or a video!! As a token of our gratitude, any listeners we choose to feature will receive special shout-outs during the episode. So, don't hesitate - share your thoughts, memories, and ideas today!
Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate our podcast's incredible journey as we approach the 100th episode. Thank you for being a part of this remarkable adventure. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to embark on the next chapter with your valuable input.
Stay tuned for more details and get ready to make your voice heard!

Welcome to a very special sports photography episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast where I have the honor of sitting down with the legendary sports photographer, Andy Bernstein. With a career spanning over four decades, Andy and his company have captured iconic moments in the world of sports as the team photographer for the LA Lakers, LA Kings, LA Clippers, and LA Dodgers.
Andy Bernstein is not just a sports photographer, he's a storyteller. Through his lens, he has documented the triumphs, struggles, and emotions of athletes on and off the field. His career with the Lakers has covered the "Showtime" era with Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar through the Phil Jackson, Kobe, and Shaq era to the current Lebron James led Lakers.
In this episode, we will be diving into Andy's incredible journey, discussing the challenges and rewards of capturing sports at the highest level. We will also explore insights into the evolving world of sports and sports photography.
Andy Bernstein's work has not only graced the pages of magazines and newspapers, but it has also become a part of sports history. Join us as we delve into his extraordinary career and gain valuable insights from a true master of the craft.

About My Guest

Like many of the professional athletes he photographs, Andrew D. Bernstein is recognized as an All-Star in his field. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame named Bernstein a 2018 Curt Gowdy Award recipient, acknowledging his contributions to basketball media.

Andrew and his company, Andrew D. Bernstein Associates Photography, Inc., has served as team photographer for the LA Lakers, LA Kings, LA Clippers and LA Dodgers.

Copyright 2020 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)
In addition, Bernstein holds the position of Director of Photography for STAPLES Center/Crypto.com Arena and Microsoft Theater L.A. Live, the sports and entertainment complex in Los Angeles.Recognized as a highly-skilled and innovative action and portrait photographer, Bernstein was involved in the creation of NBA Photos in 1986, which is recognized as the worldwide leader in licensing of NBA photography. He was instrumental in the creation of the position of Senior Director of NBA Photos, a position he held from 1986 through 2011, and he continues to serve as the longest tenured league photographer. He is the key photographic contributor to NBA Entertainment’s global media platforms, which include NBA.com, all league publications and NBA licensed products.  

Bernstein is a founding partner of a new media and events company called Legends Of Sport that celebrates legendary athletes, teams and moments in sports. Bernstein hosts a weekly podcast called “Legends Of Sport.” The show’s third season is co-produced and distributed by the Los Angeles Times and is available to download through the L.A. Times App and online.

You can see more of Andy's work on his website, Instagram, or Twitter. The Legends of Sport podcast can be found on all major podcast platforms as well as Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

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Intellectual property and copyright laws are something that should interest anyone who is involved in the photography industry. The digital age has made it easier and easier for artistic work to be disseminated and copied. 
In recent years, theSupreme Court has been hearing more and more intellectual property cases and this week they sent down a decision ruling against the Andy Warhol Foundation in a copyright infringement case versus photographer Lynn Goldsmith. However, does the decision make the sometimes murky waters of 'fair use' and 'transformative' works any clearer?
What will the impact of the ruling be? What should photographers know about intellectual property law and copyright infringement? You can click here to check out the SCOTUS decision, which includes Justice Kagan's dissenting opinion complete with visual examples and references to other art forms to clarify her points.


About My Guest

Jessica Silbey is a professor of law at Boston University. She teaches and writes in the areas of intellectual property, constitutional law, and law and the humanities.

In her book, Against Progress: Intellectual Property and Fundamental Values in the Internet Age, "Professor Silbey considers intellectual property debates in law and culture as a bellwether of changing social justice needs in the 21st century. The book argues that intellectual property law is becoming a central framework through which to discuss essential socio-political issues, extending ancient debates over our most cherished constitutional values, refiguring the substance of “progress” in terms that demonstrate the urgency of art and science to social justice today."
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Siteground Website Hosting - https://nerdyphotographer.com/recommends/siteground
Free 30 day trial of Audible - https://audibletrial.com/nerdyphoto
Get Social With Us!
Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto
Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphoto
Twitter - https://twitter.com/thenerdyphoto
Facebook - https://facebook.com/NerdyPhotographer
Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/thenerdyphoto
Support the Podcast There are many ways you can support The Nerdy Photographer Podcast:
Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform! Use our affiliate link to buy from Amazon - if you are going to be there anyway, help us out Shop our store for photography resources - from contracts to prompts and more! Buy Nerdy Photographer merchandise - this stuff makes you look both cool and nerdy! Make a Donation - just because you want to show us how much you care Share Your Thoughts With Us!
Want to weigh in on this topic? Or perhaps tell us what you would like to hear covered on a future episode? Leave us a voice message at https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact and tell us what you think!