Feast or Famine w/ The Youngs

For the last year, content creators at weddings have become more and more main stream. Not only do couples add this service to their weddings, but wedding vendors are also taking advantage of this service for their content as well. In this episode, we talk about what the future looks like for wedding videography and wedding day content creation, as well as discuss if vendors bringing in their own...

Why do we choose to photograph and film weddings? In this never-before-released throwback episode, we share the real reasons behind our passion for wedding photography and videography — what keeps us going, what makes it worth it, and the parts no one else sees. We also challenge the common idea that people join the wedding industry for “time freedom,” and unpack the reality of what it takes to ca...

Why does dressing well feel like a crime in the Midwest? In this episode of Feast or Famine w/ The Youngs, we unpack what it’s like to embrace fashion, design, and modern trends in a place where style is often stuck 18 months behind. From being called a douchebag on a night out to navigating the passive-aggressive culture of St. Louis, we dive into why trendsetters get side-eyed, how the Midwest t...

You can prepare for the worst when it comes to photographing a wedding, but sometimes things go beyond that. That is exactly what happened to us. One of the biggest reasons we took a pause, as we mentioned in the previous episode, was getting t-boned in the middle of a wedding day. With our car totaled, waiting on police, we had to navigate making sure we were able to get the rest of the day captu...

We're BACK! It has been a bit since we recorded a new podcast, but for good reason. In this episode, we dig into what we have been up to, the ups and the downs, and where things are going from here! Be sure to follow along and don't miss future episodes! Follow the pod on IG: https://www.instagram.com/FeastorFaminepod/ Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Inst...

Being a starving artist doesn't pay the bills! Running a business in a creative field can be extra tough. Especially when it comes to balance both. The fact is, you can't rely solely on your creativity to succeed. You have to be good at business as well. In this episode, we talk about the things that hinder creatives when it comes to running their business, and how they can excel at both. Follow u...

You sent them in, we talked about them! We have done this before, but we are back with another segment of Wedding Industry Hot Takes! We asked you, and you submitted some good ones. Everything from preferred vendor lists, to the film look in photos, and much more! Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook...

Having a second photographer or second videographer at your wedding is crucial for making sure every angle of your big day is captured and no moment gets missed! In this episode we go talk about what makes a good second shooter, what we specifically look for and expect from our second shooters, and things that a second shooter should avoid doing on a wedding day! We also talk about how second shoo...

It seems as tho the new big thing for weddings is Content Creators. There is an ever-growing fear among a large population of Wedding videographers, that this is going to put their jobs in jeopardy. In this episode, we talk about what content creators are, what they aren't and share our personal experiences with our clients adding on our services for content creation, among our other services. We...

Lack of authenticity is one of the biggest problems with social media these days. In this mini episode of Feast or Famine w/ The Youngs, we talk about what it looks like to be authentic, leaning into your authenticity within your brand, and share some of our personal experiences with this topic Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instag...

With the podcast back in action, we are giving an update about where we have been, what we have been up to, and what we have going on this year! We also dig into our recent trip to Engage Nemacolin. We explain what Engage is, for those that don't know, and give our thoughts on everything we experienced. engagesummits #engage24 #engagenemacolin #nemacolin Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://...

The wedding industry isn't immune to social media drama, and this week proved just that! The last week was a whirlwind thanks to "sepia-gate". If you need a refresher, or just don't know what that is, just go to tiktok and look for it. The Bride, to date, has posted over 20 videos on the platform about this, and only recently, did the photographer get a chance to say her part, thanks to our friend...

We've all been there. We look at a situation, and all we see are negatives. Those sort of limiting beliefs will always hold us back from where we want to be. On this episode, we talk about limiting mindsets, how they negatively affect us. We also talk about things we do to help overcome those thoughts, and why it is so important to constantly practice positivity. Follow us on social Media Youtube:...

HOT TOPIC ALERT! On this episode we dig into the luxury wedding market, and discuss some things that have been said, and why it is incorrect and a limiting mindset idea. THAT topic is all about Photo Video teams in the wedding industry. It has been said by some Luxury wedding planners that photo video teams can't be considered luxury, and some even have said they would never hire a team like that....

A DJ can completely make or break your wedding day! We sit down with Dawson High of High Class DJ's to talk about weddings from a DJ's perspective! So much more goes into what they do than most people thing, far beyond just playing music and providing entertainment. We also dive into how to interact with a DJ from a videographer or photographer standpoint, and why communication among the entire ve...

Do you have GAS? Gear Acquisition Syndrome is real, and we are talking about it today! If you are unfamiliar with the phrase, it is the never ending need to always have the latest and greatest gear. We all have that to some extent, but do we really need brand new gear as it comes available? Does new gear make you better? All these questions and more are answered on this very gear focused episode!...

How many followers do you have? With Instagram and TikTok are by far the largest social media platforms these days, and with the huge user base, they are vital to using for your business. But how important is that all so elusive, follower count? It's easy to obsess over that number and try to get it as high as possible, but the real question is, do you need to have 10k, 20k, 50k+ followers to have...

Your past does not define your future! Everyone loves a good rags to riches story! It reminds us that even in the midst of the worst situations, we can change things for the better for ourselves. That is exactly what we are talking about on this episode. Dr. Wyatt Mohrmann joins us and tells us about his rough upbringing and how he rose above it to become a successful chiropractor. We also talk ab...

You can't give if your cup is empty! We've all been there. We load ourselves with so much stuff, that the second something bad happens, things start to fall apart. If you are constantly giving without focusing on refilling your own cup, you will end up burnt out or maybe worse. In this episode, we sit down with John Bunn of @HowToFilmWeddings to talk about his experience with just that, in 2023, a...

It's the end of an era for The Youngs! I'll just start by saying, no, the podcast isnt going anywhere. BUT we are making some big changes with how the channel looks, and those changes will be rolling out in the VERY near future. In this episode, we announce that we are closing our studio space, our experience and journey with it over the last several years, and why we ultimately made this decision...

There is no "one size fits all" solution to photographing your couples! One thing we LOVE about what we get to do, is the sheer diversity of clients we get to work with. When you work with such a diverse group of clients, the way you interact and photograph them is going to be different, if you are going to create the best photos for them. In this episode, we talk about how we go about finding wha...

SHE HAD HER MOTHER MURDERED! I'm sure by now you have heard all about Gypsy Rose Blanchard and her story of abuse by her mother which ultimately led to her having her mother brutally killed! This is a far cry from our normal episode, but we felt like we needed to take some time and give our thoughts on Gypsy's rise to "fame". Buckle up, bc this one gets real! Show note: Since this is so different...

It's that time again! We are back with another round of questions submitted by our listeners! In this episode we talk about work life balance, and what that looks like when you work with your spouse. We also discuss how to deal with difficult bridal parties that just won't cooperate, and finding your style and your ideal clients! Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoung...

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! We are so excited to start a new year, but as with every new year, comes the influx of people setting New Year's resolutions. Whether it's to be healthier, make more money, or any number of things, New Years resolutions are always a hot topic. HOWEVER, in this episode we are going to talk about why resolutions dont work, and why so many people fail at them. We talk about w...

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Instead of just skipping this week's episode all together, we decided to have an episode that was anything BUT business! So, we are playing some Christmas themed games, and welcome you all to play along! Tells us how you did in the comments! It was an amazing year for the podcast, and we have you all to thank! We hope you all have an amazing time with your loved...