Mike Cassara and Lauren O'Brien

The Vendor Table - A Wedding and Photography Podcast

Society EN ↓ 167 episodes

A podcast by Michael Cassara and Lauren O'Brien about the chaos, thrill, and hilarity of being full time photographers in the wedding industry.

Author

Mike Cassara and Lauren O'Brien

Category

Society

Podcast website

www.thevendortable.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

#17: Wedding Day Timelines - How to structure the big day 18.07.2023

Lauren & Mike sit down to talk all about wedding day timelines. They break down all the details you need to know from both the vendor and the couple perspective. They give some insight on what to expect that way you aren't taken off guard on the big day.

#16: Why Engagement Sessions are awesome 11.07.2023

Lauren & Mike sit down to chat all about engagement sessions and why they are so awesome. They go over everything from tips and tricks for photographers, to what couples should wear, to how to feel comfortable on them. It's a fun episode that is great for photographers and couples alike!

#15: Mom & DadZillas on a Wedding Day 05.07.2023

Lauren & Mike sit down to discuss a dreaded topic... Mom and Dadzillas overwhelming everyone on the wedding day. It's a juicy one filled with stories, and some tips and tricks on how to deal with them if you find yourself in the same situtation.

#14: Off Camera Flash vs. Natural Light Wedding Photography - why you should know both 27.06.2023

Lauren & Mike sit down to discuss the great photography debate... (Off Camera Flash vs. Natural Light Photography). As well as chat about a super important question... would you photograph a wedding that was in outer space?

#13: Hustle Culture and Dealing with Burnout as Wedding Photographers 20.06.2023

Lauren & Mike sit down to discuss the darker side of being entrepreneurs. In this episode they talk about the grind that comes with being a small business owner and how it can effect them on a day to day basis. Everything from how they handle things both personally and professionally are touched upon, especially in dealing with combatting the hustle culture that engulfs the wedding industry. T...

#12: Wedding Day Horror Stories (from a vendors perspective) 13.06.2023

Lauren & Mike sit down to chat about some of the craziest things they have seen at a wedding. They also read and discuss some of stories from other vendors who wrote in. From stuff getting on the brides dress, to ridiculous grooms to things that just sound bat sh*t crazy. This is a great one for couples and vendors a like.

#11: Will AI take over the world of wedding photography? 06.06.2023

Lauren & Mike break down the topic that is on everyone's minds... AI taking over the photo world. Is it something that can help us? Is it evolving too fast? Is it destined to replace the person behind the camera? This should get interesting...

#10: Managing Client Expectations on a Wedding Day 30.05.2023

Lauren & Mike sit down to discuss how they manage their client expectations before, during and after a wedding day.

#9: Is it worth it to be a "Preferred Vendor"? 23.05.2023

Lauren & Mike dive into the world of being a preferred vendor. In this thought-provoking episode, they tackle questions like: Should you invest in joining large wedding websites or exclusive Facebook Groups? Is it worth spending money with a venue to promote your services? And should you consider giving a percentage of your sales to these platforms? With expert insights and personal experience...

#8: TikTok Wedding Trends (The Good, the Bad and the super cringe) 16.05.2023

Lauren & Mike dive into the latest wedding trends taking over TikTok. From last dances, to neon signs, to wedding day tattoos (seriously).. .They discuss the most popular and creative ideas that are making waves in the wedding industry. Whether you're planning your own wedding or just love to stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, this one is for you.

#7: How to price yourself and build a network of peers 11.05.2023

Lauren & Mike are back with an extra long episode. This time they're discussing a topic that's crucial for any wedding photographer: how to price yourself in a competitive market. Drawing on their years of experience in the industry, they share their tips and strategies for setting prices that are both competitive and profitable. But pricing is just one part of the equation. Mike and Lauren also s...

#6: How to handle the slow season 24.04.2023

Lauren & Mike dive into how they keep their sanity during the slow season of the wedding industry. They cover everything from how to stay organized, getting more creative as well taking time to focus on their mental health.

#5: How to land the ideal client 17.04.2023

Lauren and Mike give some insight on trying to land that ideal client. Tips and tricks are given, and as usual give you their brutally honest hot takes.

#4: Male vs. Female Wedding Photographers and how they are treated different in the industry 10.04.2023

On this episode, Lauren and Mike dig into the experiences of male and female photographers in the wedding industry. Most notably, the not-so-subtle differences in how they are treated as professionals. The ultimate moral of the story in this episode - don't be a garbage person.

#3: Editing Identity Crisis and how to overcome it 03.04.2023

On this episode of The Vendor Table, Lauren and Mike spiral down the editing rabbit hole and discuss how often they consider changing their editing styles, and why this stupid idea pops into their brains in the first place. Are they over thinking? Are they bored of their signature style? Is a consistent editing style what dictates the brand or can you edit each session differently and still be ide...

#2: Wedding Photography Trends that we love and hate (mostly hate) 21.03.2023

Lauren and Mike dig into those wedding photo trends that really piss us off. We occasionally talk about how we like some of them, but this is really a dive into those annoying photo trends we all want to end.

#1: Intro and how we got started as Wedding Photographers 20.03.2023

Lauren & Mike dive into their backgrounds on how they became full time photographers. They chronicle the highs and lows of getting started as an entrepreneur, what it's like to endure the craziness of a wedding season and share some stupid stories along the way. 

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