Wildlife Conversations with Jen Ritchie

|Wildlife Conversations with Maureen Matsen & Jennie Cannon, Episode 56 |

I get so many questions about how to travel for Alaska wildlife photography, and I'm happy that wildlife photographers Maureen Matsen and Jennie Cannon join me to share their recent trips.

Jennie discusses her journey to the Katmai Coast with Pangea Expeditions, and the special moments that happened there.

Maureen lays out her researched trip around Homer, Brooks Falls, and beyond.

We've grown so much since our first Alaska trips in 2024 (which started this podcast btw!), and it is an honor to have these two back with me.
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WHERE TO FIND MAUREEN
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mematsenphotography/

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WHERE TO FIND JENNIE

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennie_cannonphotography/

__________WHERE TO FIND JEN⁠

Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

__________WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO

Websites:

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https://usedphotopro.com/

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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.
Thanks for watching!

| Wildlife Conversations with Karl Zemlin of Zemlin Photo, Episode 55 |

I'm honored to host photographer and craftsman Karl Zemlin for Episode 55. Karl is the owner of Indiana-based Zemlin Photo. To solve his own problem, Karl designed a hood for his prime lens in his garage and ended up creating a product used by wildlife and sports photographers around the world. 

In this episode, we talk about his start in photography, his work in motorsports and nature, and his travels to Kenya and Iceland. 
Karl also spoke to us from his new facility (he's no longer in his garage!) and shared his journey to Zemlin Photo and all his products. 

It's a fascinating discussion and an honor to host a fellow Indiana photographer. 

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WHERE TO FIND KARL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zemlinphoto/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kzemlin

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karl.zemlin/   

https://www.facebook.com/zemlinphoto/

Website: https://www.zemlinphoto.com/

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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

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WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO

Websites:
https://robertscamera.com/
https://usedphotopro.com/

Online Coupon Code:

Use JRVIP2026 to receive . . .

- 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com
- 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at
robertscamera.com

Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. 

- Valid through 12/31/2026

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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

| Wildlife Conversations with Bhasmang Mehta, Episode 54 |

In this episode, I welcome North Carolina wildlife photographer Bhasmang Mehta! If you’ve seen his beautiful work with tigers, lions, and leopards in India, you know you are in for a real treat. 

We talk about how he left expectations behind to follow his dream of wildlife photography, how he and his wife Zan launched a travel company Wildlife Sojourns, his beautiful images, and more. So great meeting Bhasmang and learning more about his story!

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WHERE TO FIND BHASMANG

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhasmangmehta/
Website: https://wildlifesojourns.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhasmang.mehta.2025

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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

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WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO

Websites:
https://robertscamera.com/
https://usedphotopro.com/

Online Coupon Code:

Use JRVIP2026 to receive . . .

- 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com
- 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at
robertscamera.com

Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. 

- Valid through 12/31/2026

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GURA GEAR

Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE
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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

| Wildlife Conversations with/ Cari Siebrits, Episode 53 |

For Episode 53, I welcome wildlife photographer Cari Siebrits to the podcast! Cari is a wildlife photographer based in coastal British Columbia, whose work explores themes of conservation, coexistence, and our connection with the wild world around us. 

She is a proud Ambassador for OM SYSTEM Cameras, a recent award recipient in Canadian Geographic’s Canadian Photos of the Year competition, and her work has been featured in print and digital outlets across North America. Cari regularly collaborates on conservation-focused projects with organizations like Parks Canada, Coyote Watch Canada, and the North Shore Black Bear Society, supporting initiatives that promote coexistence between humans and wildlife.

We discuss Cari's beautiful work from coastal British Columbia, the importance of shooting locally, coexistence, storytelling with our images,  the lessons we learn from wildlife, vulnerability in sharing our art, and so much more! 

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WHERE TO FIND CARI
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildlifewithcari/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildlifewithcari/ 
Website: www.wildlifewithcari.com 

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WHERE TO FIND JEN
⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

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WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO

Websites:

https://robertscamera.com/
https://usedphotopro.com/

Online Coupon Code:

Use JRVIP2026 to receive . . .

- 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com
- 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at
robertscamera.com

Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. 

- Valid through 12/31/2026

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GURA GEAR

Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE
or coupon code JENRITCHIE

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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

|Ep. 52: Wildlife Conversations with the Katmai Bear Camp Crew: Erika Rettig, Matt Sutton, & Ted Panagiotopoulos |

We saw bears, lots of bears, and we had the time of our lives. Sometimes you walk away realizing it's so much more than photography. Don't miss Matt's short film at the end of our conversation!

Our group also included Doug Rettig, Jen Fogle, Kris Luckenbach, Alysss McKenzie, and Amanda Tarling.  Go follow these awesome people! 

A special thank you to Scott and Jackie Stone for hosting me on this awesome adventure;  go book a bear camp trip for 2028 with them! 

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WHERE TO FIND KATMAI KREW

Erika Rettig: https://www.instagram.com/erikarettigphotography/

Matt Sutton: https://www.instagram.com/sutteenwolf/

Ted Panagiotopoulos: https://www.behance.net/elefthepanagio

Alaska Bear Camps: https://www.scottstonephotography.com

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Hallo Be Thy Gang short film by Matt Sutton

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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

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WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO

Websites:
https://robertscamera.com/
https://usedphotopro.com/

Online Coupon Code:

Use JRVIP20206 to receive . . .

- 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com
- 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at
robertscamera.com

Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. 

- Valid through 12/31/2026

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GURA GEAR
Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE
or coupon code JENRITCHIE
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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place. 
Thanks for watching!