Best HDJ Podcasts (2024)

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Gratuity Gone Wild 28:16

1h ago28:16

28:16

In today’s episode, we’ll hopefully cut through the confusion and explore some of the key points to help you navigate tipping, which can be a very tricky aspect of wedding planning. The goal is to give you more confidence in finding balance and clarity in a world where tipping can feel out of control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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The Wedding Party Playbook: Know What to Expect 28:46

6d ago28:46

28:46

Today, we’ll break down what you can and can’t expect from your wedding party, offering guidance on how to navigate the often tricky territory of wedding planning etiquette, all while keeping your friendships intact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#WEDFEST or Do You Like to Do It Yourself w/Lauren + Jon 57:15

6M ago57:15

57:15

It is a very special, very super-sized episode with my friends Lauren + Jon. And they were here to talk about the DIY wedding because it is growing in popularity these days. It allows couples more control over the whole wedding experience, but it can come with frustrations and obstacles. However, most people that plan DIY weddings say they wouldn't…

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Your Vendor's Just Not That Into You 30:35

7M ago30:35

30:35

The wedding planning process is a chore. Unless you personally know each vendor you’ve chosen for your big day, there can be warning signs that tell you the person you found on Google may not be right for you. No matter what kind of party you’re throwing, finding vendors you can vibe with is super important during wedding planning. Today, we’re goi…

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Let's Talk About Stress, Baby! 28:16

8M ago28:16

28:16

It’s no secret that planning a wedding can be stressful. But managing that stress isn’t the easiest thing to do. It’s completely natural to feel the pressure of planning one of the biggest moments of a person’s life. Today, I’m going to talk about eight ways you can deal with the anxiety of wedding planning and maybe even help bring you back down t…

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Forward 30:29

9M ago30:29

30:29

The 2023-2024 NFL season is finally over and we’ve got a winner. Spoiler alert: it isn’t the Detroit Lions. With the Super Bowl in our rearview mirror, I wanted to use my platform to gush for a little bit about our team and give you my thoughts on last season, but really, look ahead to 2024 and talk about this team that got us excited about footbal…

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One For The Books 26:39

10M ago26:39

26:39

How many new (to me) venues did I play in 2023? How many miles did I travel last year? What percentage of my business was weddings? Find out all this and more on the first episode of 2024! Also, I rant a little bit about the Detroit Lions and their current playoff run. Let's get it! This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign. Visit them at their websit…

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Put a Ring On It? 26:12

11M ago26:12

26:12

For wedding industry professionals, it's engagement season. 'Tis the season for the giving and recieving of engagement rings. But why? And what brought them about? Today's episode dives deeper in to their origins, their evolution, and their cost. This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign. Use this link to visit their website or add them on social medi…

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Total Wedding Vibes 26:12

12M ago26:12

26:12

Not every couple will have an "Old Fashioned" wedding. And the "Destination: Wedding" doesn't make sense for most people. On today's episode, I want to offer up a few different ideas of wedding vibes I've experienced in an effort to help you discover yours. If you're planning your wedding, this episode is for you. If you're just a casual listener, …

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A Summer-y Summary 36:51

1y ago36:51

36:51

After four months of being on the go, I finally have a minute to tell you what's been going on with me and Motor City HDJ. This episode is all about my summer and the clients that made it awesome. From Ludington, MI to Hendersonville, NC, Summer 2023 was one for the books! --- This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign. Visit them at their website here…

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Honoring Sacrifice 6:51

1+ y ago6:51

6:51

This is a very special episode of the Motor City HDJ podcast. Today’s episode pays tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. It is on this day that we gather together to commemorate a day of remembrance and gratitude: Memorial Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Bring the Noise 35:31

1+ y ago35:31

35:31

Why can't we just have a good time without worrying about being too loud? It's every couple's nightmare to have their wedding shut down because of noise ordinance violations. I'm here to help prevent disaster! Today, I give you advice on how to avoid the cops pulling the plug and offer my thoughts on why good DJs be on top of things in the first pl…

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Cayna Carnes Stallman, Ensemble Custom Floral 45:56

1+ y ago45:56

45:56

Of all the wedding vendors I know, I've known Cayna the longest. Our families have been friends for over 30 years, and I FINALLY got to sit down with her and talk about her passion for floral design and coordination. You'll hear her tips for maximizing your floral budget and what she sees as the standard for a good centerpiece, and she'll tell you …

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Lindsey Dardas, Hollyhock Design 45:38

1+ y ago45:38

45:38

Today's episode is a conversation in the "let's get you on the podcast" category for a while now. My pal Lindsey Dardas of Hollyhock Design is an event planner/coordinator/design guru, and I'm thrilled she joined me on the podcast. You'll hear the origins of our vendor relationship, she'll talk about her process, and you'll hear all about how she k…

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A Taste of History 30:32

1+ y ago30:32

30:32

Have you ever wondered where we get the phase "something borrowed, something blue" from? Do you even know why brides wear white dresses? And why do we propose with diamond rings with a bended knee? Today, I take you through some of the origins of the most common wedding traditions we've just gone along with. The next time it comes in conversation, …

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Reddit Therapy 29:36

1+ y ago29:36

29:36

I took a dive into the dumpster fire that is Reddit to see if we could find some r/weddingdrama. It didn't take long, so I decided to pull a few stories and offer my take on these cringey wedding scenarios. This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign. Find them on their website or on social media @e2idesign. Join me in the fight to find a world without …

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2022 in Review 30:01

2y ago30:01

30:01

HAPPY NEW YEAR, MOTOR CITY! It's the first episode of 2023, the first episode of Season 3, and it's a look back at the biggest year for weddings and events in recent history! Listen as I discuss new venues I played, new places I've traveled, familiar faces I've worked with, and trends that took over the year. This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign.…

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Avoiding Disaster 28:37

2y ago28:37

28:37

Do you think you can tackle the wedding experience without a budget? Are you just winging it without a backup plan? Is it impossible for you to make decisions? I got you covered! Today's episode is all about confronting your fears in order to avoid disaster. This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign. Find them on their website or on social media @e2id…

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Managing the Moment 27:28

2y ago27:28

27:28

I'm back after a 2-month break with another great idea for you and your event! If you've been stressing about how you're going to even come close to greeting every single guest at your wedding, this episode is for you. Today, I talk about 4 creative ways to get actual face time with each person at your wedding. This episode is sponsored by E2iDesig…

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Trust the Process 35:00

2+ y ago35:00

35:00

I've never really described my process from start to finish. So today, you get to hear it directly from me! If you're still deciding on mobile DJ entertainment for your event, this is a good one for you to listen to. I go into detail about each step in my process, from initial consultation to lights up the day of. If you're already a client, get ex…

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Wedding Guests Are Jerks 29:10

2+ y ago29:10

29:10

Americans are sick of going to weddings. And with that comes some pretty salty attitudes. Basically, wedding guests can be rude and not even know it. Today's episode is a frank discussion of what you can do to avoid guests that are only there to cause drama, get too drunk, or just be flat out nincompoops (sp?). This episode is sponsored by E2iDesig…

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Uvalde, et al. 17:38

2+ y ago17:38

17:38

My thoughts on the events of the last 24 hours in Uvalde, TX. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Weddings in the Stream 30:53

2+ y ago30:53

30:53

Today is basically just a gripe session for me. I've often been asked, "Well, why wouldn't we just want to make a playlist and do the music part ourselves?" It's the sound of nails on a chalkboard to me. There are many reasons you should trust a professional, and I talk about 5 of them in today's episode. This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign. Fin…

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Chelsey Kimbrough, Bella Reel Films 29:31

2+ y ago29:31

29:31

I'm back on track for 2022! This time it's another insightful conversation with one more of the amazing people I've gotten to work with over the years. Today I talked with Chelsey about her brand, her style, her love of karaoke, and what she would tell her younger self with what she knows now. I've had the pleasure of working with her a couple time…

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2022: The Year of the BOOM! 25:30

2+ y ago25:30

25:30

Weddings are back! And as of this moment, we are poised for a monster year. According to wedding trend and planning experts, this year will see the most weddings since 1984. And I gotta say: I’m kind of excited about it! The last two years have been a challenge for the wedding and event industry and to know that we’re finally bouncing back feels so…

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TikTokTrendsToTry 30:07

2+ y ago30:07

30:07

TikTok is all the rage these days, so I wanted to embrace my inner-Gen-Zer and go for broke. There's no avoiding this social media platform, so why not grab hold and look for inspiration? Today, I talk about some #WeddingTikTok trends I've seen that I really like that are starting to take off. I also discuss the #WeddingRules that bother me to my c…

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Danielle McKee, Futtitinni Events 57:05

3y ago57:05

57:05

What a fun conversation with my pal Danielle: wedding and event planner/coordinator extraordinaire! We had such a wonderful time chatting about everything from what makes a successful wedding to the best choices for a late-night snack. My new vendor friend is a powerhouse of planner that likes to build relationships with her clients and help other …

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Happy New Year (And Thank You For Being a Friend) 33:42

3y ago33:42

33:42

Season 2 is here! The first episode of the new year is a look at what's in store for season 2 of this podcast, a quick recap of the end of 2021, a look ahead to 2022's events, and a nod to everyone's best friend. This podcast is always sponsored by E2iDesign. Find them on their website and check them out on the socials: @e2idesign. Hosted on Acast.…

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In It For the Long Haul 31:48

3y ago31:48

31:48

Welp…it's been 2 months since the last episode and here I am again. Today it's a taste of past, present, and future. Let's chat about where I've been over the last couple months, what I've got planned for the next couple, and what we're dealing with now. Also, this is the last episode of season 1. So excited to start a new chapter of the podcast! S…

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Debbie Gauthier & Susan Hilse, Alzheimer’s Association 36:00

3+ y ago36:00

36:00

IT FINALLY HAPPENED! After a month of waiting (thanks to Olivia showing up 2 weeks early) I was finally able to sit down with Debbie Gauthier and Susan Hilse, two AMAZING volunteers of the Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. They're just regular people like you and me, but they wear purple capes as superhero volunteers fighting to find…

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It’s Gonna Be May: An Update 26:49

3+ y ago26:49

26:49

May of 2021 will go down for me as one of the craziest awesome months on record. We're talking about babies, weddings, promotional items, and a whole lot more! I wanted to update you on all the goodness going on as I start the 2021 season. This podcast is always sponsored by E2iDesign. Find them on their website and check them out on the socials: @…

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More of Your Questions Answered 40:17

3+ y ago40:17

40:17

This episode is brought to you by…YOU! Thank you for feeling comfortable enough to ask my opinion on how to safely host events in 2021 and beyond. As we work to get everyone vaccinated and eventually ditch the masks, how can we party safely? I answer questions like: How can I make my now smaller wedding still feel as fun as the bigger one we had pl…

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Masks, Events, Vaccines…Oh My! 31:53

3+ y ago31:53

31:53

The country is making progress to slow the spread and eradicate COVID. For this episode, I wanted to talk about how that will play a part in the wedding and event industry for this year and beyond. I also share my experience with getting round 1 of the Moderna vaccine. It's excitingly overwhelming! This podcast is always sponsored by E2iDesign. Fin…

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Nicole Colley, Alzheimer's Association 1:01:01

3+ y ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Today's episode is a change of pace from the typical conversation with other vendors. I wanted to highlight one of the amazing fundraising/awareness organizations I continue to work with and fight alongside. I had such a great time chatting with Nicole about their annual event Walk to End Alzheimer's and the many facets to what this group does. Vis…

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COVID is Here to Stay 35:01

3+ y ago35:01

35:01

So…COVID isn’t going anywhere (at least not for now.) BUT, with the vaccine making its rounds, many have had questions about how we’ll handle events for this year. Good news! I have all the answers! Well, not all of them, but at least the ones I can answer regarding how I and Motor City HDJ will handle events moving forward. Tune in for my answers …

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Kara Zummer, Kara Zummer Baking 1:04:17

4y ago1:04:17

1:04:17

I'm so happy that the first interview of 2021 is with my pal Kara Zummer. Our first time working together professionally was at a brewery (more on that in the episode) and now she's bringing the sweets to everyone who calls on her. We talk about our origins working together, how she got her start, what she's up to, and our unhealthy obsession with …

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Free Speech 15:10

4y ago15:10

15:10

My thoughts on what happened in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Winging It 31:09

4y ago31:09

31:09

Happy New Year, Motor City! For this first podcast episode of 2021, I threw caution (and notes) to the wind. This episode is simply me winging it with a discussion about how 2021 will look for the industry. This podcast is always sponsored by E2iDesign. Find them on their website and check them out on the socials: @e2idesign. Hosted on Acast. See a…

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2020: The Year That Was 33:00

4y ago33:00

33:00

What else is there to say? This year has been one for the record books. It's the (somewhat) annual year-in-review episode of the podcast. Join me as I talk about 2020 and what it means for me, Motor City HDJ, the event industry, and 2021. This episode is sponsored by E2iDesign. Find them on their website or on social media @e2idesign. Hosted on Aca…

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You spoke. I listened. 31:13

4y ago31:13

31:13

And THANK YOU! I asked you to answer the question, " What is one thing I do that other DJs don't?" Motor City, you came through and let me know. So, thank you! In today's episode, I touch on your responses and apologize profusely for not being around more during quarantine. Welcome the first official sponsor of the podcast E2iDesign! Check them out…

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I'm Back...For Now 29:38

4+ y ago29:38

29:38

FOUR. MONTHS. IN. For 1/3 of the year we've been navigating a world curious about an illness none of us know much about. Even better? I'm back! And I'm ready to party with you! Let's talk about masking up, cancels/reschedules, and what to expect at events moving forward. This podcast is always sponsored by E2iDesign. Find them on their website and …

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Ashley Auger, Smitten Mitten Photography 1:12:59

4+ y ago1:12:59

1:12:59

Quarantine time is the best time to interview another friend on the podcast! Thanks to Zoom and a couple MacBook Pros, I sat down with my pal Ashley. We talked about business and what it means to have an unhealthy obsession to Kesha and spreadsheets. Connect with Ashley on her website or on Instagram @smittenmittenphotography. Hosted on Acast. See …

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The First Social Podcasting of the Decade! 30:36

4+ y ago30:36

30:36

3 months in to the year and 2 weeks in to the most unprecedented pandemic in modern history, it's time for another podcast episode! Who knew the first episode of the new decade would come at such a time?! Today, I talk about the most played venues of the last 10 years. Remember: STAY HOME. STAY SAFE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

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Meu pau 0:26

5+ y ago0:26

0:26

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We've Only Just Begun 30:54

6y ago30:54

30:54

YES: I’m still here! It’s been a while, but I thought I’d take just a few minutes to talk to you about some of the new faces and places I’ve come across in 2018. I’ll have another interview soon, but for now, enjoy the rambling! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Todd Osann, Meeting House Grand Ballroom 43:16

6+ y ago43:16

43:16

Interview #2 is in the books! I had a wonderful conversation with my friend Todd Osann of the Meeting House Grand Ballroom in Plymouth, MI. We talked about the history of the venue, the personal service they provide, and how to have a killer party! Doing business with a family owned and operated venue is the best decision you’ll make! You can find …

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Melissa Kochan, Melissa Elaine Photography 52:26

6+ y ago52:26

52:26

FINALLY! An actual interview with a real live person! It was such a pleasure to sit down with my friend Melissa Kochan of Melissa Elaine Photography. We talked about her beginnings in photography, our passion for what we do, how to make a wedding day run smoothly, and so much more! Check her out at www.melissaelainephotography.com or on Instagram @…

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Looking Back on 2017 30:11

6+ y ago30:11

30:11

Here we go! Another Year in Review episode. 2017 was a great year and I’m excited to talk about it. PLUS, it’s Super Bowl Sunday. That seems to be my thing now…the YIR podcast on Super Bowl Sunday. Go figure! Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. P.S. The Patriots crush the Eagles today 42 – 14. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…

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The Origin of Veterans Day 7:06

7y ago7:06

7:06

With all of the hustle and bustle that keeps us busy, I wanted us to take a few moments to reflect on why we recognize Veteran’s Day. It’s a day that should make us stop and think about how thankful we should be to live in the greatest country on Earth. You can read along with the article used in this episode by clicking here. Hosted on Acast. See …

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New Year, New Trends 27:16

8y ago27:16

27:16

And here we are: 2017. Not even a month in and it’s already turning out to be one of the craziest rides I can think of. But that’s okay! I’m here with another episode of fun, useful knowledge for you. In the tradition leading up to Super Bowl Sunday, I’ve got an episode that touches on the Year in Review. And, I’ve got some ideas on new trends that…

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