The Dare Photography Podcast EP 35 - Fake Smiles & Filtered Lies | Be Authentic - Why Social Media’s a Load of Bollocks
An off the wall, disruptive, street and portrait photography podcast hosted by Gary Lashmar, aka the Street Thief from East London, UK. We're creating, we're disrupting, we're clicking and we're putting the world to rights.
A podcast that keeps it real and asks questions that no other photography podcasts do. Fires arrows at industry nonsense. With a tilt toward street photography, leaving no stone unturned.
In this episode … Ever scrolled through social media and thought, Is anyone actually real anymore? Yeah, you’re not alone. Gary rips the mask off the endless parade of fake grins, airbrushed “candid” moments, and the absolute bollocks people pass off as authenticity online. 2025 is here, and guess what? No one’s buying the polished, plastic influencer act anymore. People crave raw, unfiltered, real-as-it-gets content—and if you’re still churning out the same old social media fluff, you’re already yesterday’s news.
We get into why the era of glossy nonsense is on its last legs, why the real ones are winning, and how you can stop being just another copy-paste personality online. Expect brutal honesty, a bit of near-the-mark humor, and the usual dose of creative disruption.
With his signature mix of creative chaos, near-the-mark humor, and just enough sarcasm to keep things spicy, Gary tackles the age-old debate: does street photography lose its soul when you ask for permission? The answer isn’t what everyone will want to hear, but hey—when has this podcast ever been about pleasing the masses?
Bold, disruptive, and refreshingly down-to-earth, this episode is a no-filter masterclass on why the rules of photography are made to be broken. If you’re looking for a shot of creative inspiration (and maybe a laugh or two), this one’s for you.
Expect a mix of raw, unfiltered banter, near-the-knuckle humor, and plenty of holiday cheer—all wrapped up in the punk rock spirit of photography. This one’s for anyone who loves a good laugh, a creative kickstart, and a side of Christmas chaos.
Ready to get festive? Hit play now!
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