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The MOOD Podcast

The MOOD Podcast is a long-form conversation series exploring photography, creativity, identity, and the inner life of artists. Hosted by Matt Jacob, the show moves beyond technique and trends to examine why people make work, how creative voices are formed, and what it takes to sustain a meaningful artistic life.

Through thoughtful, unhurried conversations with photographers, filmmakers, and creative thinkers from around the world, the podcast explores themes of process, mental health, ethics, purpose, legacy, and the tension between art and industry. Episodes are grounded, reflective, and often philosophical, offering listeners provocation of thought rather than formulaic answers to copy.

The MOOD Podcast is less about instruction and more about understanding, aimed at emerging and established creatives who care not just about what they make, but why they make it.

At its core, The MOOD Podcast is the art of conversation, one frame at a time.

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_moodpodcast

Instagram: @the_moodpodcast /@mattyj_ay

Website: https://themoodpodcast.com

Copyright: © 2026 Mood Moments Productions Ltd.

Latest Episodes:

Episode six - Nikola Kostic Apr 18, 2023

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Nikola Kostic is a Serbian-born photographer who has called Bali home for the last 20 years. Although now more into video and film-making, photography is still his greatest passion – in fact he often thinks that it is the very reason for his existence. He experiments with different styles and subjects, but his main fascination is cultures in transition. With the islands of the Indonesian archipelago, and the vibrant countries of south east Asia on his doorstep he is never short of inspiration, and spends much of his time on the road (and on the ocean) capturing the magic of life through a series of fleeting moments. See some of Nikola's video work on his YouTube channel @whybalifilm and his photography portfolio on his site http://nikolakostic.com.

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Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more.

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Episode five - Zac Watson Apr 11, 2023

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Zac is an Adventure Photographer and Videographer from Sydney, Australia living in Bali, Indonesia. He has been shooting and creating content for his personal brand @Watzac on all social media platforms and creating branding materials for dozens of companies and businesses for the last 5 years all over the world. Moreover, Zac is a born educator and derives a lot of his pleasure from teaching thousands of followers beginner insights about photography. We talk a lot about this but also about enhancing one's business skills when it comes to content creation 'for the market'...Find more on Zac's work here on his site https://watzac.com.

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Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more.

Join The Community - extended episodes & bonus features
https://www.mattjacob.co/insiders

The App That Transformed My Art & Mind
https://wakingup.sjv.io/c/7738181/3958771/54965

Website:
https://themoodpodcast.com

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Episode four - Beau Tauwhara Apr 04, 2023

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In this episode, we chat to Beau Tauwhara (@theinkedshooter) who is an Australian-born carpenter come photographer, videographer and content creator. In a laid back conversation with him, the prevalence of 'creating for content' became apparent and it is here that we found reasoning for his new venture, a production company aimed at exactly that.

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Support the show

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Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more.

Join The Community - extended episodes & bonus features
https://www.mattjacob.co/insiders

The App That Transformed My Art & Mind
https://wakingup.sjv.io/c/7738181/3958771/54965

Website:
https://themoodpodcast.com

Socials:
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Episode three - Wahyu Mahendranata Mar 28, 2023

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In this episode, we chat to Wahyu Mahendranata (@iw.wm) who is an Indonesian freelance lifestyle and travel photographer based in Bali. Wahyu first made a name for himself through his unique creativity and ability to capture landscapes, and he divides his time between between a range of photogenic assignments and guiding tours whilst utilising social media as a platform to share his experiences and perspectives on life and nature around the world. We talk a lot about his approach to client work, the power of content creation, social media and the spiritual side of finding purpose in one's craft. Find Wahyu's portfolio and more information about him at https://iwwm-photography.web.app/home.

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Support the show

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Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more.

Join The Community - extended episodes & bonus features
https://www.mattjacob.co/insiders

The App That Transformed My Art & Mind
https://wakingup.sjv.io/c/7738181/3958771/54965

Website:
https://themoodpodcast.com

Socials:
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Episode two - Jonas Hornehoj Mar 21, 2023

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In this episode, we explore the world of the travel photography business in the eyes of expert photographer and filmmaker, Jonas Hornehoj. Originating from Denmark, now based in Bali, he has over half a decade of experience working with leading brands from all over the world. With a focus on delivering only the highest quality, Jonas has earned a reputation for creating compelling stories that engage audiences and drive results. Join us as we dive into the art of visual storytelling and learn from the best in the business.
Find Jonas's portfolio and details on his bio site https://www.liinks.co/jonashornehoj.

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Support the show

_________________________________
Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more.

Join The Community - extended episodes & bonus features
https://www.mattjacob.co/insiders

The App That Transformed My Art & Mind
https://wakingup.sjv.io/c/7738181/3958771/54965

Website:
https://themoodpodcast.com

Socials:
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Episode one - Cam Vaughne Mar 14, 2023

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In our first ever MOOD Podcast episode, we have the privilege of talking to photographer and videographer Cam Vaughne. Cam is an inspirational artist and we talked a lot about cultural influences on his work, and the importance of education and integration in documenting stories of culture and human interest.
Find some of Cam's work on his Instagram page @camvaughne.

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Support the show

_________________________________
Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more.

Join The Community - extended episodes & bonus features
https://www.mattjacob.co/insiders

The App That Transformed My Art & Mind
https://wakingup.sjv.io/c/7738181/3958771/54965

Website:
https://themoodpodcast.com

Socials:
IG | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube | @mattyj_ay

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