The Cinematography Podcast

Running strong since 2014 with over 410 episodes, The Cinematography Podcast has quietly become one of the most respected shows about the art of the moving image. The hosts sit down with working directors of photography, colorists, and filmmakers to talk about how specific shots and sequences actually came together. Recent episodes feature conversations with Roger Deakins' frequent collaborator James Slattery about color grading on 1917, and cinematographer Sean Bobbitt discussing the camera innovations behind 28 Years Later. What makes this show stand out is the specificity. Instead of vague inspiration, you get detailed breakdowns of lighting setups, lens choices, and the creative reasoning behind shooting in a particular aspect ratio. The episode with DP Adolpho Veloso about achieving naturalistic lighting on Train Dreams is a masterclass in practical technique. With a 4.7-star rating from 119 reviews, the audience clearly appreciates the depth. Episodes arrive weekly and typically run about an hour, which gives guests enough room to really unpack their process. The show also covers gothic aesthetics, documentary approaches, and big-budget LED volume work with equal enthusiasm. It works for both aspiring cinematographers studying the craft and working professionals who want to hear how their peers solve problems on set. The tone stays grounded and curious throughout, never drifting into pretentious territory.