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Unglossy

Matt Jacob: The Journey from High Altitudes to High Art

Unglossy

Bun B, Tom Frank, Jeffrey Sledge

Entrepreneurship, Business, Personal Journals, Society & Culture

4.9917 Ratings

🗓️ 25 June 2024

⏱️ 67 minutes

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Summary

On this episode of Unglossy Matt Jacob, a private jet pilot turned photographer, joins the guys to share compelling stories from his life in the skies and behind the camera lens.Have you ever wondered what it's like to transition from flying private jets to capturing powerful images around the globe? Matt Jacob takes us through his extraordinary journey, detailing his passion for technology and photography. He recounts the emotional story behind his photograph "Girl in Green," and talks about the enriching experiences of photographing in diverse regions like India and Africa. We'll also discuss the unique lighting conditions that make certain locations a haven for photographers and how cultural differences impact both aviation and photography.Thinking of taking your creative work to social media or starting a podcast? Matt offers invaluable tips on maintaining high audio quality and the art of engaging conversations. We wrap up with insights into adapting photography for social media, building trust with models, and the joys and challenges of podcasting. Plus, Matt reveals his dream podcast guest, Sam Harris, and why meaningful connections are the lifeblood of any creative endeavor. This episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice for photographers, podcasters, and anyone looking to elevate their creative game."Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture," is produced and distributed by Merrick Creative and hosted by Merrick Chief Creative Officer, Tom Frank, hip hop artist and founder of Pendulum Ink, Mickey Factz, and music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @UnglossyPod to join the conversation and support the show at https://unglossypod.buzzsprout.com/ #Unglossy #Photography #BrandInCulture #Podcast Send a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0

this week on unglossy.

0:02.0

It was the need for conversation.

0:04.1

I felt, you know, I really started reaching out

0:07.8

to other photographers in COVID because, you know,

0:10.5

we're all, a lot of us were at the lockdown and I was wanting to I was wanting to kind of connect with the photography community out there

0:18.6

From the top. Yeah, I'm Tom Frank

0:23.0

I'm Tom Frank. I'm Mickey Facts.

0:25.0

And I'm Jeffrey Sledge.

0:26.0

Welcome to Unglossie, to Coney Brand and Culture.

0:30.0

I'm Tom Frank, partner and chief creative officer at Merit Creative.

0:33.2

This is Mickey Facts, hip-hop artist, and founder and CEO of Pendulum Inc.

0:37.1

And that is Jeffrey Sledge, a season music industry veteran who has worked with some of the biggest

0:41.2

artist in the business. We're here to explore the moments of vulnerability,

0:45.0

pivotal decisions, and creative sparks

0:47.2

that fuel the relationship between brand and culture.

0:49.7

Get ready for thought-provoking journey

0:51.4

into the heart and soul of branding, the unscripted, unfiltered, and truly unglossy truth.

0:57.0

All right, I want to set the record straight right here now.

1:02.0

Jeffrey, does Mickey have a sample? straight right here now. Jeffrey.

1:03.4

Does Mickey have a sandwich named after him, true or false,

1:08.3

and if so, where and what in the world is it?

1:13.0

He definitely does have a sandwich named out to him.

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