This episode brings the energy, the honesty, and a whole lot of real talk.

Brock and Jon sit down with photographer Lissa (aka a self-proclaimed “photography dinosaur”) to break down what it actually takes to survive—and thrive—in the wedding industry.

From bombing her very first $250 wedding to building a brand now sold in over 150 stores, Lissa shares the kind of behind-the-scenes truth most creatives won’t say out loud.

This episode covers:

• The harsh reality of starting out (and why most beginners struggle)
• Why experience matters more than gear, trends, or social media
• The difference between “posing” and capturing real moments
• How to handle difficult guests (aka the backseat photographers)
• Why AI editing is getting out of control—and where she draws the line
• The secret to making couples feel natural (even when they’re awkward)

They also dive into the wedding world from a DJ + photographer perspective:

• Why timelines fall apart—and how pros fix them instantly
• The truth about vendors judging each other (and why it’s dumb)
• What actually makes a wedding feel like a party

Plus, things get fun:

• Wedding pizza controversy 🍕
• Wild ceremony ideas (yes… shirtless roller skaters)
• Favorite wedding food moments
• Rapid fire questions, dinosaur jokes, and 90s nostalgia

At its core, this episode is about one thing:
👉 Experience beats everything—and authenticity wins every time.