Episode 001: Welcome to The Curious Lens!

Show Notes (transcript)

You know that feeling you get when you go outside, and you feel alive again?

You hold a piece of the earth in your hands, and you turn it end over end to examine its details. You ask questions about the world around you, and sometimes you find answers. This is the power of storytelling to me, and anybody can be a storyteller. Come with me now on a journey around the world, living life through a curious lens and a mindful heart as we journey to discover what curiosity means and how it can impact each and every one of our lives.

Hey, everyone. Welcome to the Curious Lens podcast. My name is Matthew Cicanese. I'm an award-winning wildlife photographer and explorer, educator, and entrepreneur, helping storytellers scale their skills and build their brands. I created this podcast to share my wild path through the world of photography, be more open about my process, and offer the mentorship that I never got along the way.

Borrow from my 15 years of industry experience to learn from my failures, successes, and everything in between. From surviving penicillin-resistant meningitis as a baby to becoming a National Geographic Explorer. I've got a lot to offer that I'm excited to share. I don't expect this to be a perfect podcast, and actually, I insist that it isn't.

So cheers to the rough edges. I'm showing up as my true self here, and I won't be holding anything back. Sometimes, I'll cuss. Other times, I'll fuss. I'm here to share it all, so buckle up for a wild ride, and thanks for your support in advance. By the way, if you know anybody who might be interested in the stories I'm sharing, please spread the word with a friend or two. It does a lot more help than you think.

Let's dive in!