In this episode, Kira and Mary break down the now-viral Vanity Fair photo scandal featuring Trump’s cabinet - and it is photography tea at its finest. They dig into the deliberate choices behind the lighting, composition, angles, and lack of retouching by photographer Christopher Anderson, and how all of it contributes to a not-so-subtle visual narrative. This isn’t just a pop culture moment - it’s a masterclass in editorial photography with intent. The conversation also hits on why this story matters to us as photographers, how we wield power through images, and why “just taking a picture” is never just that.

Plus, the duo shares exciting plans for the future of the podcast, imaging updates, and new ways the community can join the fun in 2026. 🎉

🎧 Listen now for expert takes, a little gossip, and big inspiration for your photography life!

This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced and edited by Kira Derryberry.

In this reflective and relatable episode, Kira and Mary dive into the emotional rollercoaster of year-end chaos, family dynamics, and business burnout. Mary introduces the “Thousand Minute Rule,” a mindset trick that reframes daily stress by imagining your 1,000 minutes as dollars. Don’t let a $5 problem wreck your whole $1,000 day! The duo also explores how celebrity beefs (hello, 50 Cent!) can mirror our own petty grudges and how to let go of what’s not serving us. They touch on how unresolved issues can quietly linger, referencing The Body Keeps the Score, and share how doing inner work can transform relationships. It’s the pep talk we all need heading into the new year.

🎧 Listen now for a dose of perspective, mindset magic, and a few holiday laughs!

This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced and edited by Kira Derryberry.

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just meh about your business lately? You're not alone. In this episode of Get Your Shoot Together, Kira and Mary get candid about creative burnout, the emotional toll of ongoing change, and what it really feels like to be in a “failure to launch” phase—even when you're busy and successful. They unpack the mindset shifts needed for AI-era marketing, what the Atlas browser could mean for SEO and content strategies, and why optimizing for AI search is about to change everything. Tune in for a real conversation about the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it.

Listen now and join us on the journey to reboot our creative energy - one honest convo at a time!

This episode was written and performed by Mary Fisk-Taylor and Kira Derryberry, produced and edited by Kira Derryberry.