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Ep 17 - Hailey Elise

Hailey Elise is a professional mountain bike athlete, photographer, and videographer whose life is built around adventure, creativity, and the outdoors. Raised in the mountains surrounding Vancouver, British Columbia, Hailey developed a deep love for sport, exploration, and pushing her limits. That passion eventually led her to Whistler, one of the world’s most iconic mountain biking destinations, where riding bikes and creating images became the foundation of her creative career. As both an athlete and an award-winning photographer who has competed in Deep Summer, Dirt Diaries Which she won in 2025 and Red Bull Illume, Hailey brings a rare perspective to action sports photography. She understands the terrain, timing, and risk behind the moments she captures because she lives them herself. In this episode, Hailey shares her journey from shooting Fashion and running a fashion blog during university to building a career documenting mountain biking, adventure, and outdoor culture through photography and film. Tyson and Hailey also discuss the collaborative nature of photography, the creative energy found in outdoor environments, and why chasing adventure and creativity does not have an age limit. If you’re interested in mountain bike photography, action sports storytelling, outdoor adventure, and the mindset behind pushing creative and athletic limits, this episode offers an inspiring conversation with one of the rising voices in adventure photography. The Life of Phys Podcast explores the deeper stories behind photographers, filmmakers, artists, athletes, and creatives who believe in the idea that Photography Heals Your Soul.

Ep 16 - Daniel Alberdeston

Daniel’s story is one I really connect with. At the center of it all is something simple, a camera that has always been there. From disposable film cameras to digital systems, Daniel has carried a camera with him for as long as he can remember. For him, it’s never really been about the gear. It’s about capturing the moment before it’s gone. Alongside photography, Daniel has spent much of his life in the ocean as a dedicated bodyboarder, and that deep connection to the water naturally evolved into a passion for surf photography. Anyone who has ever tried to photograph the ocean knows it’s not easy. Timing, patience, and a deep respect for the power of the water all come into play. His work has connected with brands and publications across the surf world, including Wave Riding Vehicles, WAXD Magazine, and most recently Session Magazine Issue No. 10, Summer 2025. He also works closely with tools made for photographers who are willing to step directly into the action, including SPL Water Housings in San Diego. In this conversation we talk about travel, chasing waves, photography, and the mindset it takes to keep creating over the long haul. We also talk about the connection between the ocean and creativity, and why some photographers are always pulled back to the water with a camera in hand. Because at the end of the day, photography and wave riding share something in common. You can’t force it. You have to be patient. You have to be present And when the moment comes… you have to be ready.

Ep 15 - Krystle Wright

Krystle Wright is a pioneering Australian adventure photographer and director known for capturing some of the world’s most extreme environments and athletes from perspectives few dare to attempt. Her work spans all seven continents and more than 55 countries, from the Australian outback to Antarctica and has been published in National Geographic, Outside Magazine, GQ, The Times, Red Bull, and The Huffington Post. Krystle has appeared on the National Geographic series Photographer and is the winner of the 2023 Red Bull Illume, one of the most prestigious awards in action and adventure photography. In this episode of The Life of Phys Podcast, Krystle shares what it takes to work at the edge of human performance, the psychology of risk, and how she tells raw, physical stories through both stills and film. We talk about fear, preparation, trust, and the mindset required to operate in environments where failure is not an option. This is a conversation about adventure photography, resilience, creative obsession, and the true cost and reward ,of committing to the pursuit of extraordinary stories.

Ep 14 - Bryanna Bradley

Bryanna Bradley is a Tofino-based surf and outdoor photographer whose work captures the raw beauty, energy, and emotion of sport, nature, and human connection both in and out of the water. Professionally trained as a photojournalist, Bryanna’s creative path has evolved into surf and wedding photography, while keeping documentary storytelling at its core. Her images are shaped by natural light, contrasting color, genuine laughter, and the small, fleeting moments that define real experience. At the heart of her work is a people-first approach rooted in presence, emotion, and authenticity. Bryanna’s journey is one of resilience and transformation. After experiencing a traumatic brain injury (TBI), she embarked on a life-changing hike along the Continental Divide Trail, an experience that reshaped her relationship with photography, nature, and purpose. That chapter led her to cold-water surf photography in Tofino, British Columbia, and a renewed commitment to meaningful, honest storytelling. Her story is powerfully documented in the film Let Me Chase This Dream, and her work continues to inspire others through emotionally rich imagery that explores healing, perseverance, and the connection between humans and the natural world. This conversation explores creativity after trauma, the healing power of nature, documentary photography beyond journalism, and what it means to keep chasing the work that feels true.

Ep 13 - Rachael Galipo

Rachael Galipo is a photographer, model, and director whose work blends spirit, play, and deep human connection. Her creative journey has taken her across Chile’s rugged landscapes, into the canyons of Colombia documenting climbers forging new paths, and on 15 day road trips shooting tourism campaigns with crews she meets along the way. Her energy and enthusiasm shape every project she touches, making her a powerful presence both on and off set. Rachael moves fluidly between roles behind and in front of the camera. As a model, she has worked with brands such as Mobil 1, TNF, Visit Utah, and Pickler. As a photographer, she captures people, places, and stories with vulnerability and intention. She believes that shifting between roles in the industry gives her a deeper understanding of storytelling and keeps creativity fun. When she’s not on assignment, Rachael is outdoors or exploring passion projects. She often shoots with a large format film camera gifted by her uncle, reconnecting with the roots of the craft and the joy of slowing down. For her, photography is about process, presence, and connection. In this episode we explore creativity, identity, vulnerability, and the power of seeing the world from both sides of the lens.