For over 40 years, Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist David Swanson has covered war zones (from Bosnia to Afghanistan to Iraq), natural disasters (the 2010 Haiti Earthquake, Hurricane Katrina, the LA Fires) and even red carpets. But, while David's photos can tell you what it looked like standing where he stood in order to take those news photos, they can't tell you what it felt like standing there. Those are the stories this podcast will tell! Journalism doesn't get any more personal than this. Or more compelling.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Just The Photographer with David Swanson
Claim This Podcastby David Swanson & Alan Katz
4.8(24 reviews)
16 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇺🇸
Podcast Overview
For over 40 years, Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist David Swanson has covered war zones (from Bosnia to Afghanistan to Iraq), natural disasters (the 2010 Haiti Earthquake, Hurricane Katrina, the LA Fires) and even red carpets. But, while David's photos can tell you what it looked like standing where he stood in order to take those news photos, they can't tell you what it felt like standing there. Those are the stories this podcast will tell! Journalism doesn't get any more personal than this. Or more compelling.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
7/30/2025
1 verified contact email on file for Just The Photographer with David Swanson
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
December 9, 2025
S1E15 Another War Zone
<p>THE BLURB: One of the reasons David started this podcast was to tell his story while he still could. David has just been diagnosed with tongue cancer; half his tongue will be removed (and rebuilt using muscle tissue from his thigh). While David's long term prognosis is good, the short term's going to be rough - but, it's going to be a story of another war zone. A more personal one.</p><br><p><u>SHOW NOTES</u></p><p>You can find this episode’s photos - and lots more at our INSTAGRAM –</p><p>@just_the_photographer_podcast</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/just_the_photographer_podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/just_the_photographer_podcast</a></p><br><p>Here's a link to donate to <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-david-swansons-cancer-battle" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">David's GoFundMe</a>. </p><br><p>If you are enjoying “Just The Photographer with David Swanson”, please like us, rate us and leave a comment! That really does help a bigger audience find us! Better still, please recommend us to your friends! And check out the other podcasts in the COSTARD & TOUCHSTONE family at <a href="https://costardandtouchstone.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://costardandtouchstone.com/</a></p><p>If you enjoy this podcast, please check out the rest of Costard & Touchstone's growing stable of podcasts. You can find them here:</p><p><a href="https://costardandtouchstone.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Costard & Touchstone Productions – Costard & Touchstone Productions – Great Podcasts, No Foolin'!</a></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
November 20, 2025
S1E14 When Liohn Roars
<p>THE BLURB: Andre Liohn is a conflict photographer (conflict being his specialty) who suddenly began asking himself "why am I doing this?" After risking his life to cover wars from Libya to Ukraine, Andre suddenly began asking himself if it was worth it. A fascinating, deep dive into an award-winning war photographer's internal process.</p><br><p><br></p><p><u>SHOW NOTES</u></p><p>You can find Andre Liohn's project <a href="https://www.impfestival.com/en/andre-liohn-trauma-2/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"Trauma" here</a> and information about the documentary <a href="https://deadline.com/video/you-are-not-a-soldier-watch-clip-of-hot-docs-film-about-war-photographer-andre-liohn/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"You Are Not A Soldier" here</a>. </p><br><p>You can find this episode’s photos - and lots more at our INSTAGRAM –</p><p>@just_the_photographer_podcast</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/just_the_photographer_podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/just_the_photographer_podcast</a></p><br><p>If you are enjoying “Just The Photographer with David Swanson”, please like us, rate us and leave a comment! That really does help a bigger audience find us! Better still, please recommend us to your friends! And check out the other podcasts in the COSTARD & TOUCHSTONE family at <a href="https://costardandtouchstone.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://costardandtouchstone.com/</a></p><p>If you enjoy this podcast, please check out the rest of Costard & Touchstone's growing stable of podcasts. You can find them here:</p><p><a href="https://costardandtouchstone.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Costard & Touchstone Productions – Costard & Touchstone Productions – Great Podcasts, No Foolin'!</a></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
November 7, 2025
S1E13 Death Becomes Her
<p>The Blurb: Amanda Villegas has been a photographer most of her working life. But, when her partner Chris Davis developed a rare, aggressive bladder cancer, she went from being a decorative photographer to a documentarian, willing to look death head on. Her work is stark, absolutely honest and, often quite beautiful. It dares you to look away. In the episode, Amanda talks about the path that led her here and the working process in the face of loss that helps keep her sane.</p><br><p><br></p><p><u>SHOW NOTES</u></p><p>One of our ongoing themes in this podcast is the impact that telling a story has on the storyteller. Amanda Villegas used her camera to both document what happened to Chris and to keep a promise to him - to try and stop this from happening to anyone else. </p><br><p>You can find Amanda's photos of her husband Chris here - <a href="https://amandavillegas.com/chris" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amandavillegas.com/chris</a> and here - <a href="https://thephotographicjournal.com/essays/this-is-cancer-in-the-end/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://thephotographicjournal.com/essays/this-is-cancer-in-the-end/</a></p><p> </p><p>You can find this episode’s photos - and lots more at our INSTAGRAM –</p><p>@just_the_photographer_podcast</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/just_the_photographer_podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/just_the_photographer_podcast</a></p><br><p>If you are enjoying “Just The Photographer with David Swanson”, please like us, rate us and leave a comment! That really does help a bigger audience find us! Better still, please recommend us to your friends! And check out the other podcasts in the COSTARD & TOUCHSTONE family at <a href="https://costardandtouchstone.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://costardandtouchstone.com/</a></p><br><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy this podcast, please check out the rest of Costard & Touchstone's growing stable of podcasts. You can find them here:</p><p><a href="https://costardandtouchstone.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Costard & Touchstone Productions – Costard & Touchstone Productions – Great Podcasts, No Foolin'!</a></p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
16 total episodes available
Similar Podcasts
Discover related shows you might enjoy
John Kiriakou's Dead Drop
John Kiriakou & Alan Katz
DeProgram with John Kiriakou and Ted Rall
Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas
Julian Dorey Podcast
Julian Dorey | Daylight Media
Shawn Ryan Show
Shawn Ryan
Combat Story
AJ Pasciuti
Change Agents with Andy Stumpf
IRONCLAD
Cleared Hot
Andy Stumpf
The Team House
dee takos
The Joe Rogan Experience
Joe Rogan
The Watch Floor with Sarah Adams
Sarah Adams
SPYCRAFT 101
Justin Black
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
Theo Von
Danny Jones Podcast
Danny Jones | Daylight Media
The Tucker Carlson Podcast
Tucker Carlson Network
Legends of the Old West
Black Barrel Media
Deep-dive analytics for Just The Photographer with David Swanson
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Just The Photographer with David Swanson?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.