90 Minute Cocktail Hour
Podcast Description
My name is Michael Louis and I've helped document hundreds of weddings. I've been working in the industry for over 10 years and I've met some amazing people! In this podcast, I'm sitting down with all the wedding industry professionals I've met over the years to have a conversation. I'll be talking with photographers, videographers, planners, and other vendors about their journey to the wedding industry...and we'll take some detours along the way.
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I want to hear and share YOUR STORY.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
Focuses on the wedding industry, personal stories of photographers, videographers, planners, and other vendors, with episodes delving into topics such as career transitions, the importance of human connection, authenticity in photography, and adapting to industry trends. Examples include interviews discussing generational shifts in wedding photography and the challenges of freelancing.

My name is Michael Louis and I’ve helped document hundreds of weddings. I’ve been working in the industry for over 10 years and I’ve met some amazing people! In this podcast, I’m sitting down with all the wedding industry professionals I’ve met over the years to have a conversation. I’ll be talking with photographers, videographers, planners, and other vendors about their journey to the wedding industry…and we’ll take some detours along the way.
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I want to hear and share YOUR STORY.
Summary
In this episode of the 90 Minute Cocktail Hour, host Mike Guccione welcomes Liza Fonarev from Big Day BTS, a wedding content creation business. They discuss Liza's journey into the wedding industry, her experiences working alongside photographers, and the importance of collaboration. Liza shares insights on capturing unseen moments during weddings, the transition to becoming a business owner, and the challenges of marketing oneself. The conversation highlights the evolving nature of content creation in the wedding industry and the significance of authenticity and humor in storytelling. In this engaging conversation, Liza and Michael explore various themes surrounding the wedding industry, including the role of astrology in personal insights, the importance of understanding client needs, and the revival of passion for vendor collaboration. They discuss the significance of authentic connections in their work, the challenges of time management, and the emotional toll of wedding weekends. The duo also emphasizes the need for individuality in wedding planning, breaking away from traditional norms, and the pursuit of creative inspiration. As they reflect on their future aspirations, they highlight the importance of self-care and the balance between creativity and business.

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