The Dare Photography Podcast

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 Lashmar, aka the Street Thief, talks about not compromising when venturing into the world of pro photography. We touch on being present in life and also gets into answering a bunch of your questions. But that’s not all—I’ve got something special for you: my top 10 street photography songs! From tracks that get me in the zone to music that inspires the rhythm of my shots. This episode is packed with inspiration and a touch of rebellious energy—just the way we like it on The Dare Photography Podcast. Tune in and let’s make 2025 the most creative year yet! MY TOP TEN STREET PHOTOGRAPHY SONGS https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1WfNoRzquoECyRGo2Oa3xh?si=Fc32dBamTlWdk_t7BlYpqQ THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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. Coming up in this bonus episode of the Dare Photography podcast, I'm going to be answering a question that I get asked all the time, and it's about approaching strangers on the street and taking their portrait without feeling discomfort? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! x THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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 … Lashmar is joined by street photography Jeff Ascough, a master of visual storytelling and formerly one of the world’s top wedding photographers. We take a dive into the concept of visual literacy, chat with Jeff about his teaching the legendary Don McCullin to shoot digital. Expect an unfiltered chat that roams through photography’s impact, creativity, and the nuances of capturing human moments. Ready to shake up your perspective? Tune in now and walk like Alice through the looking glass of photography. Find Jeff on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/walklikealice + youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/walklikealice THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

Disruptive photography therapy: A Raw take on Self-reflection for photographers 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 … Welcome to the first episode of 2025! In this fresh start to the year, I dive into New Year’s photography goals and why I think resolutions might be a bit overrated. Instead, I’ll share a different approach to kicking off the year with creativity and focus. But that’s not all—I’ve got something special for you: my top 10 street photography songs! From tracks that get me in the zone to music that inspires the rhythm of my shots. This episode is packed with inspiration and a touch of rebellious energy—just the way we like it on The Dare Photography Podcast. Tune in and let’s make 2025 the most creative year yet! MY TOP TEN STREET PHOTOGRAPHY SONGS https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1WfNoRzquoECyRGo2Oa3xh?si=Fc32dBamTlWdk_t7BlYpqQ THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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 … “Festive Shenanigans, movies + dream Christmas goals and 2025 goals”: It’s the Christmas special you didn’t know you needed! Join Katie and me (Gary Lashmar, the Street Thief) as we dive headfirst into festive fun. We’re chatting about 2025 aspirations, the incredible Dare Community, and answering your burning questions. Plus, we break down our favorite Christmas movies and songs and even dream up the ultimate holiday dinner guest list. 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! THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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 24 … “Apple Intelligence interviews the Street Thief + Did Mr Spock take selfies?” Have you ever wondered why Mr Spocks phone never had a camera for selfies? Welcome to a podcast where creativity and disruption meet in the most hilarious and down-to-earth way possible. In this, a penultame xmas episode, the Street Thief is interviewed by Apple Intelligence. This episode is full of laughs that hit close to home and creative ideas that will inspire you. We’re not just talking about disruption; we’re living it, one podcast at a time. So, tune in and get ready for a journey where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, sprinkled with a touch of that signature sarcasm you’ve come to love. THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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 … 'The Better the Camera … the Worse the Photographer,' Gary is talking and disruptive and rarely apologising. Straight to the heart, cut-throat photography advice for people who want to grow creatively. Specifically, in this episode, Gary shares his thoughts on ‘how the greatest camera in the world’ will not contribute to your photography growth. THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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 … Is the Law of Attraction a load of tosh, or is there something to it? Grab a cuppa and buckle up, because Gary's here to share his take, no clichés, just real talk about how this concept is useful in the world of photography. Listen in as he shares about early fame sneaking up on him at a Costa coffee shop. Plus, he’s dishing about his new zine, ‘Once Upon a Time in New York,’ while calling out fellow photographers who seem to be missing the point on social media. This ain't your typical inspirational chat; it's a no-holds-barred look at giving, taking, and everything in between—served with a side of dark humor and a healthy dose of sarcasm. So, what are you bringing to the table? Let’s get into character. THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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 … “Disruptive Photography Therapy: A Raw Take on Self-Reflection for Photographers:, Gary calls out the elephant in the room: ‘the shocking lack of self-observation among photographers’ and how it seeps into our work. Also; isn’t it time to shine a light on what really matters—yourself!” Join Gary Lashmar, aka The Street Thief for a refreshingly disruptive look at our own ignorance. Gary also looks at how we beat ourselves up as a rule but rarely celebrate doing great. Lots of humorous observations and heartfelt takeaways that’ll inspire you to take an unfiltered look at your personal creative journey. Remember; a little self-reflection is great for creative breakthrough. Tune in and let’s disrupt. THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry to our WhatsApp community contact Gary and Katie via the webpage: https://lashmarcreative.com/dare-community-introduction WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ Dare (idaretoshoot) https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x

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 Gary is sick with man-flu, talks about his biggest influence and what inspired him to pick up a camera, talks about his new hamburg preset, clips of the week and more.  THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4t7jzxRecnKoTmipbj8m6v?si=e354152898fe4592 THE DARE WHATSAPP COMMUNITY To gain entry message me on Instagram @the_street_thief or contact me through my website: https://lashmarcreative.com/ WEBSITE https://lashmarcreative.com INSTAGRAM The Street Thief https://www.instagram.com/the_street_thief/ The Dare Photography Community https://www.instagram.com/idaretoshoot INSPIRATION THE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration) https://lashmarcreative.com/the-inspiration-shot ZINES The Way of the Street Photographer https://lashmarcreative.com/books-zines Music by Max Bianco https://www.instagram.com/maxibianco Thank you for SUBSCRIBING. Lashmar (aka the Street Thief) x