Welcome Back Prequel with Derek Fahsbender & Peter Maziarz

09/02/2026

After an extended hiatus, we’re stoked to announce that the B&H Photography Podcast is back online with an impressive visual identity and a vibrant new studio space for hosting in-person guests.

Above Photograph © Grace Massara

In this Welcome Back prequel, host Derek Fahsbender elaborates on some of the moving parts involved in our transition from audio-only to a fully-fledged video podcast. He also introduces the show’s new technical producer Peter Maziarz, who adds his insights from behind the mixing board.

Podcast host Derek Fahsbender, Photo © Grace Massara.
Podcast host Derek Fahsbender, Photo © Grace Massara.
Podcast technical producer Peter Maziarz in our new in-house recording studio featuring Litepanels Gemini & Astra LED Light Panels.
Podcast technical producer Peter Maziarz in our new in-house recording studio featuring Litepanels Gemini & Astra LED Light Panels.
The empty studio set, viewed on the monitor display with RODE RODECaster Studio Intelligent Podcast Production Software.
The empty studio set, viewed on the monitor display with RODE RODECaster Studio Intelligent Podcast Production Software.
Our refreshed logo for the B&H Photography Podcast.
Our refreshed logo for the B&H Photography Podcast.
RODE PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Microphone, ready for guests.
RODE PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Microphone, ready for guests.
Peter confers with B&H video team member Dave Moncion.
Peter confers with B&H video team member Dave Moncion.
Derek sits down with photographer Ian Spanier, an upcoming guest.
Derek sits down with photographer Ian Spanier, an upcoming guest.
View of the studio set from the mixing board.
View of the studio set from the mixing board.
Peter at the mixing board on a Small Rig Video Production Camera cart.
Peter at the mixing board on a Small Rig Video Production Camera cart.
Peter at the mixing board with a RODE Professional Studio Arm and PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Mic.
Peter at the mixing board with a RODE Professional Studio Arm and PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Mic.
RODE RODECaster Pro II Integrated Audio Production Studio interface.
RODE RODECaster Pro II Integrated Audio Production Studio interface.
RODE RODECaster Video All-in-One Production Console.
RODE RODECaster Video All-in-One Production Console.
The empty studio set, seen through the viewfinder of a Sony fx3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera.
The empty studio set, seen through the viewfinder of a Sony fx3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera.
Derek chatting with upcoming podcast guest Ian Spanier, displayed with RODE RODECaster Studio Intelligent Podcast Production Software.
Derek chatting with upcoming podcast guest Ian Spanier, displayed with RODE RODECaster Studio Intelligent Podcast Production Software.
Derek on camera, shot with a Sony fx3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera
Derek on camera, shot with a Sony fx3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera
Built-in shelving adjacent to the set for display of books and other items from upcoming guests.
Built-in shelving adjacent to the set for display of books and other items from upcoming guests.
Vintage cameras and swag from Bodega Cats of New York, an upcoming podcast guest.
Vintage cameras and swag from Bodega Cats of New York, an upcoming podcast guest.
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Podcast host Derek Fahsbender, Photo © Grace Massara.
Podcast technical producer Peter Maziarz in our new in-house recording studio featuring Litepanels Gemini & Astra LED Light Panels.
The empty studio set, viewed on the monitor display with RODE RODECaster Studio Intelligent Podcast Production Software.
Our refreshed logo for the B&H Photography Podcast.
RODE PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Microphone, ready for guests.
Peter confers with B&H video team member Dave Moncion.
Derek sits down with photographer Ian Spanier, an upcoming guest.
View of the studio set from the mixing board.
Peter at the mixing board on a Small Rig Video Production Camera cart.
Peter at the mixing board with a RODE Professional Studio Arm and PodMic Dynamic Podcasting Mic.
RODE RODECaster Pro II Integrated Audio Production Studio interface.
RODE RODECaster Video All-in-One Production Console.
The empty studio set, seen through the viewfinder of a Sony fx3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera.
Derek chatting with upcoming podcast guest Ian Spanier, displayed with RODE RODECaster Studio Intelligent Podcast Production Software.
Derek on camera, shot with a Sony fx3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera
Built-in shelving adjacent to the set for display of books and other items from upcoming guests.
Vintage cameras and swag from Bodega Cats of New York, an upcoming podcast guest.
Photos © Maria Perez, except where otherwise indicated in captions

As Derek notes, our recent process in rebooting the podcast is not so different than “a typical day in the life of a photographer—figuring things out.”

He also shares a deeply personal perspective on his evolution as a photographer by asking, “How has it made me a better person? How does life imitate art and art imitate life? And the two interconnect in a way that as I’m getting better as a photographer, I’m hopefully getting better as a person, and seeing the world in a different light.” 

Take a tour of our new studio space in the photos posted here. And for regular updates and inspiring chats in our new format, follow us on social media @bhpodcastnetwork.

Guests: Derek Fahsbender & Peter Maziarz

Episode Timeline

  • 0:19: Taking the leap from audio-only to a video podcast.
  • 1:40: Challenges to building a rapport with guests without visual cues.
  • 3:10: Updating the vision of the original B&H podcast pioneers.
  • 5:42: The ultimate vibe check with our upcoming line-up of guests
  • 9:13: Teasing our first podcast guest—Austin Bell and his Shooting Hoops project.
  • 10:44: How Derek got involved with the podcast & introducing Peter Maziarz.
  • 13:01: Derek’s take on a new frontier and a collaborative vision.  
  • 15:09: A show with the support of B&H as an industry leader.
  • 16:09: Derek’s parting words: “Just go out there, do it, figure it out as you go.”

Guest Bios

Derek Fahsbender is a photographer based in New York City. As Senior Producer for the B&H Event Space team, Derek works with a wide range of tech brands, as well as freelance creatives, and brand ambassadors, to develop content for educational programming. He also serves as host/moderator for the B&H Event Space’s live events. Derek is an official Fujifilm Creator, Logitech Ambassador, Oberwerth Ambassador, plus host of the B&H Photography Podcast, part of the B&H Podcast Network.

Peter Maziarz is the producer of the B&H Podcast Network and the B&H Photography Podcast. He designed the network's brand new studio and has spent five years at B&H, following several years in video production. He's building the show he'd want to listen to: real conversations with industry leading creatives.

Host: Derek Fahsbender 
Senior Creative Producer: Jill Waterman
Video Editor / Technical Producer: Peter Maziarz
Executive Producer: Dana Glidden