I recently began listening to Beyond The Lens while driving cross country. Richard Bernard asks personable, well thought out, questions that disarm his guests immediately. There was no useless babble at the beginning before getting to the ‘meat and potatoes’ somewhere in the middle. It was all substance from beginning to end, done in a light manner that doesn’t get old or boring. After a few episodes I just wanted to grab a camera, do some editing, and work on my skills. Even the promos for sponsors were interesting. I discovered on this drive that this podcast isn’t for killing time, it’s a quality learning experience with useful photography questions. Richard asks the questions I wanted to hear. Beyond The Lens is seriously one of the best podcasts out there!!

This is a great podcast for both amateur and professional photographers. It covers everything from simple techniques all the way to running a photography business. Insightful discussions with industry professionals and inspiring individuals.

Great episode with Marc Adamus!!!

Beyond the Lens is a really fantastic show, whatever your interest! It’s got adventure stories, technical discussion on photography gear, wildlife encounters, and conservation initiatives. I’ve learned a ton listening, and I’m always excited when a new episode is in my feed.

Richard not only has truly interesting and successful creators on the podcast, but also when he puts together episodes like Productivity hacks, he is imparting really useful information that all of us can learn from.

I have gotten more useful information about how exceptional photographers approach their work than from any other podcast. The host asks great questions and doesn’t get in the way. I also find the shows by the host alone quite helpful.

Beyond the Lens podcast is more than just a conversation about photography and creativity. Many times the topic of discussion can be applied to various aspects of life. Each episode I have listened to so far has had portions that resonated deeply with me, whether it was childhood memories, current travels, or future endeavors…and, of course, my love of photography. Richard holds-space for his guests to tell their story and provides the guidance for expansion of their thoughts. We all have our own story and this podcast provides that avenue to hear others stories and the inspiration to continue to write our own. I look forward to listening to more, not just for photography and creativity but for life lessons. Thank you Richard for providing such a heartfelt podcast that resonates with so many no matter where they are on their creative journey.

This podcast is thoughtful, informative and inspiring. The interviews and discussions are always great even when it’s a solo episode with him discussing his own practices. I always look forward to the next episode.

Outstanding discussion with Thomas Nicolon. Richard is a skilled interviewer and allows his guests to do most of the talking while steering them subtly with his questions.

Richard and Kaylee- what a heartfelt interview. I cried so many times. Again- another conversation filled with inspiration and technical information! I hope all who listen find a way to take action for the shelter dogs. My dogs were all adopted and they were/are awesome family members!

Richard, The episode with Brian Skerry was amazing, one of the best! You ask such good questions, as was evident from Brian’s responses. I also learned a lot, and was happy to see someone who grew up, like me, in a working class family in Massachusetts, succeed and find a fulfilling career and life. Thanks for hosting this gem of a podcast.

Superb interview with Wildlife photographer and Conservationist and Wildlife Advocate Tom Mangelsen regarding The iconic and most beloved bear, 399. Much has been reported in regard to this bear, but it was heartwarming and so Informative to listen to someone who had truly followed the “Queen of the Tetons” As long as he had and had photographed her and personally knew her. This bear is admired by so many and loved by all❣️

Richard had a wonderful podcast with Peter Cavangh about the wonders for bird photography and flight. I was recently on a trip with Richard and Peter and had a great time speak with Peter about his work with NASA and birds. I always enjoy Richard’s podcasts.

Richard Bernabe has a unique talent for engaging listeners and taking them on a journey, drawing out captivating stories by fostering rich dialogues that delve into the lives and unique experiences of his guests. The diverse array of creative individuals he invites ensures that every episode feels fresh and enlightening. No matter your individual creative talent, spending time each month with Richard and his guests is sure to delight and inspire you. If you’re seeking a podcast that beautifully intertwines photography with nature, conservation, art, creative culture and authentic storytelling, look no further than Beyond the Lens.

You can’t believe that Richard Bernabe’s podcasts can get any better, and then the next episode blows you away yet again. This episode on Sam Abell did just that for me. Such an interesting conversation that provided inspiration and ideas the next time I go out with camera - structure, layers, subject/action and patience, patience, patience. Thanks to this particular podcast I am looking forward to approaching my photography with an entirely new mindset. Thank you Richard and Sam Abell. Fabulous episode!

What an insightful and inspiring conversation, not only for wildlife conservationists and enthusiasts, but also for anyone who simply appreciates good storytelling (through words and through images). Both the guest and the host brought me into the world of Gombe and its troops of residents who are not so different from us. I dipped my big toe into the podcast with this episode, and the temperature is just right.

Thoroughly enjoy the host and guests. Richard’s interview style, allows the guest to share their thoughts. Also inspiring to get out and shoot.

My favorite! This podcast consistently delivers a fascinating wealth of knowledge on nature, wildlife, photography, the creative process and so much more. It’s always an exceptional listen that educates, inspires, entertains, and spurs curiosity. What sets it apart is its diverse roster of intriguing guests, making every episode an enriching experience!! Richards ability to seamlessly weave valuable insights with a pleasant delivery is continual throughout every episode. Beyond The Lens beautifully exhibits true wisdom and passion for the world around us!!

Very informative and great podcast. Information is top notch across all forms of creative arts. Guests bring a wealth of knowledge.

Each episode is FULL of solid information. Even as an advanced photographer, I’m finding “news I can use” in my own photography. Richard Bernabe is a leading photographer on the world-wide stage for wildlife, nature, landscape photography. He’s knowledgeable and very generous in sharing his expertise with others. Richard’s extensive international contacts are invited into Beyond the Lens and offer unique perspectives at a very high level of photography. I highly recommend Beyond the Lens for all levels of photographers interested in broadening their horizons.

Beyond the Lens is the podcast I’ve been looking for as a wildlife and nature photographer. It’s the perfect blend of story, practical tips, creativity, and humility. I’m inspired to dig deeper as a creative, to try new things, and to hone the craft I’m so passionate about. Richard sets the bar and yet gently invites you to keep up. I look forward to the next episodes!

Thank you for your own emotional intelligence in every episode and conversation you share here. You always seem to be talking about topics which are important, thought out and most of all genuine.

Since I follow Richard’s photography I thought this would be a good podcast to learn from. Rarely is the discussions about photography but I am always learning new things about our planet and others who care deeply about the planet and resources it contains. Every time I think Richard can not top the last guest, he finds a way to do just that. Highly recommend this podcast and you will probably be like me and follow his guests on their social media, find their website or buy their books.

Enjoyable, informative and inspiring! Podcasts like this one are what make Richard’s show stand out from the dozens of others. Thank you Mr. Bernabe!

Richard is not only brilliant as a photographer, but has the personality, persona, and knowledge to make this podcast one of the best out there!

I love the guests, the information shared and it’s what I enjoy listening when in my commute to and from work. Engaging. Informative. Thanks!

I will find time to binge-listen as I’ve just gotten hooked on this intelligent & soulful journey … can’t wait to go on the next adventure… well done! Let’s enjoy the world as a better place for all living beings… on land , in the air … and especially meaningful to me … in the waters of our sacred oceans

An inspiring peek into the world photography with host Richard Bernabe and Art Wolfe on photography , world travel, change, one idea of work, and opening up to a world of experience and change… I highly recommend this podcast, I found it to be informative, educational and inspiring.

Excellent podcast! Great content that I found at least 90% interesting and personally relatable. I particularly liked the segment on AI manipulation. The majority of podcasts I’ve ’tried’ listen to have been so politically biased. I enjoyed this podcast because it was ’not’. I look forward to enjoying more.

In our tech era’s plethora of nature photography podcasters, there’s one standout amongst the many— Richard Bernabe, whose contributions offer some of the most engaging and comprehensive view of things “Behind the Lens,” Bernabe’s aptly-named production, that’s available to subscribers. Richard’s podcast offers the listener not merely the story of what’s taking place “behind the lens” of the camera, but all else that’s behind the photograph. As any photographer, from the novice to the professional knows, the lens and “what’s behind it’ —including the photographer’s mindset, skills, artistic vision and emotions, when combined with the equipment, is where the magic occurs in those photographs whereby we find ourselves not merely viewing, but studying with a forensic intensity and scrutiny. It is this magic that Bernabe captures in each podcast, offering the listener the mindful insight to those factors within and about that creates those “wow” images. Each session is devoid of ego— a rarity amongst podcasters— and wholly relatable to all, regardless one’s photographic means or abilities. With a diverse and always-engaging subject matter that draws the listener in, desirous of the next episode, Richard Bernabe’s passion for the natural world, the arts, photography and the photographers, is evident, making his guests and his listeners truly part of the podcast. He assuredly and demonstrably knows his audience, and fortunately for us listeners, is adept at allowing us to know him as well. These podcasts are essential listening for photographers of all skill levels; Bernabe neither panders to nor sorts his audience, articulating the most insightful elements of photography in the most listenable manner possible. Whether you’re ‘behind the lens” or contemplating what you’ll see when you are, this highly rated podcast is a delightful and informative view into what’s “behind the lens.” I urge you to listen, subscribe and make use of Richard Bernabe’s gifts he so wonderfully shares.

One of the best podcasts out there with a well prepared host, guests with diverse backgrounds and experiences and relevant and meaningful dialogue. Makes you look forward to each new episode.

I just discovered this show this week and plan to come back again and again, and again the interviewee and his guest are all top quality, know what they’re talking about and very interesting to listen to all the way through. Thank you!

Richard anticipates the questions that I want to ask his guests. Excellent host, in-depth and interesting discussions with fascinating people, and very little gear talk. I’m binge listening and I will be sad when I run out of episodes.

Richard always has a great guest or shares great information. Definitely needs to be on your list of podcasts to listen to.

Beyond the Lens with Richard Bernabe is a podcast that you learn from. The wonderful guests give us informative information that you can't hear anywhere else. I definitely will keep listening. Thank you, Richard Bernabe, for the most interesting podcast I have ever listened to. Marie Herbst (Wild.wyoming)

Favorite one yet. Explaining the terrain , the experience . Also, entertaining !

Richard’s podcast are easy to listen to! They are informative as he tells you what kinds of cameras he has, what he wears when he shoots and how he preps for the work. I highly recommend a listen!

Thanks so much for this podcast series which is always so educational, illuminating and entertaining - really well done

These Podcasts are fantastic. The guests choices are perfect and the subjects are intriguing. Richard is awesome and brings his great personality to all of these interviews. Guests all come from different backgrounds and have different perspectives, but yet all are joined together in the same thing , that we all love “Photography”. With Richards guidance, we are able to transform ourselves into the lives of these brilliant people interviewed. Richard himself, is a phenomenal storyteller/writer, brings you right into every scene, that he describes and captures your attention from beginning to end. Keep doing what you do Richard - You are a true inspiration to us all!! Ann W.

As a intermediate photographer, mother, and nature lover, this podcast was so relatable with Ellen. I was transported underwater and into her shoes in so many areas of her life. Richard is so welcoming and humble in his approach to hosting. Looking forward to more and thank you for the inspiration! 📸

Richard is a great interviewer and has some world class guests right out the gate! Can’t wait to see how this progresses in months and years to come! -EH

I thoroughly enjoyed listening to Ellen share her journey of entering the field of photography later in life. She truly inspired me to pursue those dreams that I have had on hold and face my fears! Thank you Ellen for being vulnerable with us and thank you Richard for providing a platform for her to do so!

I thoroughly enjoyed this episode. The information shared by Richard’s guest Marc Cooke was insightful. Questions asked were aimed at enlightening the listeners on the current situation facing the wolf population in Yellow Stone Park in Montana. More people need to be made aware of the importance of saving the wolves from illegal hunting. Decreasing the wolf population will have detrimental effects on the environment. Thanks to both Richard and Marc for addressing the issue of saving the Wolves. CL

I just finished listened the episode #6 of the fascinated podcast hosted by Mr Richard Bernabe Beyond the Lens. I am absolutely amazed at the wonderful journey I made through the warm voices of Richard Bernabe and John Paul Caponigro into photography, nature, the Pandemic, writing, poetry, art and…especially life! The interviewer and the interviewee are quite sensitive, intuitive, intelligent, charismatic, entertaining and definitely great talented beings. 56 minutes where you never lose interest because of the versatility, the content, the points of view, the orientation, the interview, the questions, the answers, the comments, the touch of humor (the laugh)…. EVERYTHING! It filled my soul and my emotions and it feels so sweet and pretty! I RECOMMEND this Podcast to professional and non-professional photographers but to every person who loves life, to those who have a sensitive soul, to those who enjoy nature, to those who love to listen to an excellent interview out of the ordinary, those who smile and laugh with fine humor and of course those who love meeting absolutely captivating characters! You’re going to love each episode

Great job of sharing your knowledge, passion and other photographers background and knowledge. Very interesting with discussion with John Paul Caponigro. Great questions on his views eco/emotional side of photography.

I listen twice to the podcast, learn so much and could not understand why Ranchers instead of using a device to keep the wolves from getting close to the cattle, choose to used a one dollar bullet and killed those beautiful creatures, and also the gouvernement pays 1000 dollars for each cow killed… Disgusting. Wolves have to be protected. I love the podcast by Richard Bernabe and Marc Cooke. They care so much for wildlife. Please listen to the podcast. Allie Mc Gaha. Atlanta. GA.

The world of photography can feel so layered and complex and unattainable and yet it is not, and this podcast proves that. From exploring why and how creatives (not just photographers) create, to business advice and incredible story telling, this is such a well rounded podcast already. Amateur to professional and everything in between, I felt right at home and you will too. I can’t wait to see who else Richard interviews and what I learn next!

I truly enjoy listening to the wisdom that Richard brings and recommend photographers to listen to it.