The Ephemeral Machine: A Podcast About Collecting Cameras

Episode #13: The Silver Halide Sessions - James Ollinger: The Genre Collector The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. Occasionally, a member of our community focusses on a very specific area of Camera Collecting and in doing so, provides access to a veritable wealth of information that allows us to align with a different and fascination aspect of this hobby.. James Ollinger has endeavored to endow his already substantial collection of cameras and ephemera with a robust and carefully documented array of light meters that track historically and technologically. Through this comprehensive intersection of two invaluable tools of photography, the camera and the light meter, James has offered a unique perspective into the Camera Collection universe. One that needs to be explored at a deeper level and one that we will discuss in greater detail.   Take a moment and browse to James' website: The Eclectic Photography Resource   Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com)   Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Episode #12: The Silver Halide Sessions - Marti Steiner Jones: The Legacy Collector The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. The world of Film Camera Collecting would not be complete without an appreciation of the earlier representations of this complex and comprehensive interest. Marti Steiner Jones maintains an extensive collection of cameras and photographic ephemera that pre-predates the traditional rangefinder and Single Lens Reflex timeline. As the past president of the Photographic Historical Society of New England, her influence and contribution to the various facets of Camera Collecting are internationally acknowledged and valued throughout the Film Photography Community. Join us for an insightful and in-depth conversation.   Take a moment and browse to Marti's website: Marti's Camera Room   Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com)   Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Episode #11: The Silver Halide Sessions - Alyssa Chiarello: The Collector as Altruist The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. Aly’s Vintage Camera Alley has become a staple in the Film Camera Community’s clearinghouse of information, research, history and technique. Aly’s well-defined approach to helping those interested in investing time and energy into this wonderful hobby is refreshing and candid and we all benefit from her website and Youtube Channel. Whether it be a simple fix to aide in the resurrection of a vintage camera or a review of a film stock or recent acquisition, there is always something to be gained by tuning in. Join us for an insightful conversation about camera collecting and how Alyssa found strength, rehabilitation, and wellness from bringing this fascination hobby into her life. Aly's Vintage Camera Alley Instagram Page Aly's Vintage Camera Alley Blog Website Aly's Vintage Camera Alley Youtube Channel Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com)   Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Episode #10: The Silver Halide Sessions - Lisa Murphy: The Collector as Archivist/Historian The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. My guest, Lisa Murphy, hails from the east coast of Ireland, not too far from Ireland’s capital city of Dublin. Holding university degrees in archives, public history, and ancient history and archaeology, she has spent the past decade working in the fields of heritage and archives. She is currently employed as the Congregational Archivist for the Medical Missionaries of Mary where she documents and preserves the archives and records of this international missionary congregation of women religious. Her passion for history often spills over into her personal life and ultimately led her to begin her camera collecting journey in 2015. In January 2021, during Covid-19 pandemic, she decided to share insights into her hobby through her blog analoguearchivist.com. This personal project combines elements of both collecting and archival work and seeks to inform, assist, and engage with fellow collectors and photographers. Our discussion covers an historical approach to Camera Collecting, provenance and research, the voice of Women Camera Collectors, and other engaging topics. Join us! Lisa Murphy's Blog: www.analoguearchivist.com Lisa's IG: analoguearchivist Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com)   Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Episode #9: The Silver Halide Sessions - Jeff Greenstein and Gabe Sachs: The Collector as Vox Populi The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. As the celebrated hosts of the popular podcast I Dream of Cameras, Jeff Greenstein and Gabe Sachs continue to inform and entertain the Film Photography community with their wit, effervescence, and experience as passionate camera collectors and photographers. Allowing the show to evolve as a reflection of the grassroots perspective of their listeners in the form of unprecedented attention to their thoughts, observations, and reactions, the pair offer a valuable commodity. A podcast that is accessible, universal, and educational. Join me as I chat with Jeff and Gabe about their collections, their interests and acquisitions and the role of the podcast as a cornerstone of their photographic journey.  ___________________________________________________________________ Visit: The Official I Dream of Cameras Instagram Page: IG: idreamofcameras Jeff Greenstein’s Instagram Page: IG: sjeffgreenstein Gabe Sachs’ Instagram Page: IG: gabesachs Also visit: I Dream of Cameras Official Website Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com)

Episode #8: The Silver Halide Sessions - Theo Panagopoulos: The Collector as Liaison The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. Theo Panagopoulos’ profound influence on the Film Photography Community is marked by his many contributions including his role as Editor of the popular blog Photo Thinking and co-host of the enormously successful Podcast, Camerosity with Mike Eckman, Anthony Rue, and Paul Rybolt. A passionate and talented writer and photographer, Theo’s interest in Film Camera Collecting and his knowledge of photographic history charts a fascinating journey that informs and educates. ___________________________________________________________________ Visit Theo's Instagram Page: IG: theo_panagopoulos Also visit: Photo Thinking: Thoughts about Photography The Official Camerosity Podcast Facebook Page Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com)   Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Episode #7: The Silver Halide Sessions - Danielle Wrobleski: The Girl With Too Many Cameras The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. This episode we return to the Silver Halide Sessions with a visit from celebrated Photographer, Collector, Writer and Advocate, Danielle Wrobleski. Danielle’s Instagram presence “girlwithtoomanycameras” combined with her advocacy work involving #Womeninfilmwednesday and The Film Sorority have made her an invaluable asset to women photographers and the Film Photography Community in general. I chatted with Danielle about her camera collection, its development and growth. She revealed her likes, dislikes, and favorites and how her choice of camera influences her aesthetic. And finally, I approach her IG moniker "girlwithtoomanycameras" head on and ask the difficult question..."Is Too Many Cameras actually a thing?" Visit Danielle's Instagram Page: IG: girlwithtoomanycameras Also visit: #womeninfilmwednesday IG: thefilmsorority Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com)       Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Is a "Camera" only a "Camera" if it's loaded with Film? This episode I take a brief break from the Silver Halide Sessions to explore some thoughts and ideas concerning the film camera's role in the Photographic Apparatus. Hamish Gill joins me as we strip away the "Remjet of Representation" and expose the true existence of the Camera's purpose.  Join us on the journey! __________________________________________________________ Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page The 35mmc Instagram Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com) 35mmc Website Hamish Gill's IG: Hamish Gill's Instagram Page For a real treat, check out: The Hypersensitive Photographers Podcast   Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Episode #5: The Silver Halide Sessions - Vladislav Kern: The Collector as Archivist The Ephemeral Machine presents another in the series of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. I sit down with well-respected Collector and Archivist, Vladislav Kern, and discuss the development of his film camera collection, how it is aligned with the complex history of the Soviet Photographic Industry, its maintenance, display techniques and solutions and his role as an Archivist of a comprehensive and valuable collection. Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The USSRPhoto.com Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com) IG: ussrphoto.com (@ussrphoto) www.USSRphoto.com http://www.sovietcams.com/index.html   Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Episode #4: The Silver Halide Sessions - Anthony Rue: The Collector as Auteur The Ephemeral Machine presents the first of The Silver Halide Sessions: Interviews with Collectors, Aficionados, Historians, and Archivists. I sit down with well-respected Photographer and collector, Anthony Rue, and discuss the development of his film camera collection, how it is maintained and the correlation he draws between photography and photographica. Many of the cameras and/or references made during the episode have been posted to the following social media: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send along an email with comments, thoughts, and suggestions (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com) Anthony Rue's Instagram presence: IG: https:/www.instagram.com/kino_pravda Planning a trip to Gainesville or the Greater Gainesville, Florida area? Make sure to stop by Volta: Coffee, Tea, and Chocolate on the University of Florida campus. https://www.facebook.com/VoltaGNV Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle Stay tuned! More Silver Halide Sessions coming soon!

Welcome to Episode #3! We're on a Roll! In this episode, your host: - ponders Postmodernism and deconstructs the Yashica Y35 with the help of Jean Baudrillard. - tips his hat to the fine Film Photography Podcasts that he shares the airwaves with including one, in particular, that has caught his fancy - Asks Film Camera Collectors the hard question: What's on Your Shelf? And is it Broken? And do You Care? Guest Camera Collectors are on deck! Stay Tuned!  The Links: The Ephemeral Machine Instagram Page The Ephemeral Machine Facebook Page Send Us an Email!  (theephemeralmachine@gmail.com) Check out the Yashica Y35 And remember...send along those images and descriptions of the Broken Cameras on your shelf! #theephemeralmachinebrokencamera Our lively music: "Carefree In France" Jonny Boyle

This episode, our host attempts to rationalize the absurdly pretentious Podcast title and introduces “The Collection!” To see the images discussed in this episode, check out The Ephemeral Machine Instagram page: theephemeralmachine Visit our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/theephemeralmachinepodcast Drop us a line! theephemeralmachine@gmail.com

Welcome the the Inaugural episode of The Ephemeral Machine! Join our journey into the depths of Film Camera Collecting. Stop by the instagram page. Our handle is: theephemeralmachine or our Facebook page:  The Ephemeral Machine Podcast Facebook Page