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PODCAST

The DJ Insider Podcast

Mike Kane and Joe Albomonte

Two guys from the Midwest are here to chat about the complex nature of what it means to be a "Wedding DJ". We dive into the hard work we put into making a wedding as magical as possible, and the crazy experiences we have had along the way. Although every wedding plays out relatively the same, they are all unique in a countless number of ways.

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00:32:03

Episode 60 - We are All Human

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Being part of someone's wedding day every weekend is something we feel very lucky to be a part of. After hundreds of weddings there are many more good than bad stories to be told, but we still occasionally run into the same situations over and over. A wedding day can have an effect on people in which they think the rules do not apply anymore. Throwing a huge party with an open bar, free food, a dance floor, can feel otherworldly. That being said, we as vendors need to be treated fairly. Our goal

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00:24:54

Episode 59 - Expect the Unexpected

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/07/15

We are constantly dealing with crazy curve balls coming our way working in the wedding industry. There is so much pressure behind the day, and so much that can go right or wrong. We have DJ'd weddings while sick, I have had an apartment burn to the ground the night before a wedding, and we recently covered for a DJ who unfortunately passed away. Anything can happen. It is the professionals that stand out amongst others who step up to the plate to get the job done.

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00:28:57

Episode 58 - There Is No Other Job Like This

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/07/01

What makes our line of work rare is that we quite often feel like we aren't even working. From the stress and panic of a wedding day, this job can get insane. When we break through and get to the dance floor everyone in the room wants the same thing, to have a good time. Sometimes I feel like a guest on the dance floor, just enjoying the night. Having an amazing dance set with people you generally enjoy being around makes the night fly by in an instant, and makes us want to continue DJing all

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00:37:24

Episode 57 - Commonly Forgotten Things

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/06/10

On this week's episode we discuss our previous weekend's weddings. We talk about some commonly forgotten things we see at weddings like the timeline, last minute changes to the schedule, and skipping over the vows. Plus, we discuss a situation where the father of the bride wants to hear a song played that the couple did not request.

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00:22:32

Episode 56 - The Most Difficult Thing DJs Do

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/06/03

On this weeks's episode Mike and Chris review their gigs from the past weekend. Including stories about about a touchy father of the bride and Mike's failed attempt to read the room. We discuss Ceremony Music & Microphone service which is what we feel is one of the most difficult things that DJs do and what makes it so difficult.

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00:26:34

Episode 55 - Working With the Right Team

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/05/29

Having the right team of vendors for your wedding day can make everything run very smooth. We never have to worry about each other, and we know what to do to make each other's jobs easier. A photographer that pushes people to get on the dance floor, a venue that helps coordinate events, and a DJ that should out the photo booth are all examples of how we can help each other. We unfortunately have seen wedding days go the other way, which is why we always try and work with people we know and

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00:38:54

Episode 54 - We Know What Not to Do

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/05/20

From us attempting to DJ our own weddings, to the things we have seen go wrong at work, we have plenty of experience of what to avoid when planning a wedding. Every couple has a budget in mind for their wedding, and priorities will always vary. We see that the venue is usually the most important, and vendors come next. There are plenty of ways to DIY to make your wedding more budget friendly, but it isn't always going to go the way you think.

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00:28:21

Episode 53 - You Can Have Creative Control

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/05/13

On today's episode we review some recent weddings and discuss the concept of creative control when it comes to picking the music at your wedding. We typically see that most couples give us a few songs they love and a few songs they want to avoid at their weddings. There are always a few couples that don't care about the music at all and a few couples that really care a lot about the music.

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00:31:17

Episode 52 - We Are Back At It Again!

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/05/06

Mike and Chris are back in the swing of things!Wedding season has already been off to an explosive start, with amazing dance floors. Having an off season in our area gets us very excited to work weddings again, and we are so happy to be back! In this episode we discuss how we usually have to fill the shoes of a wedding planner, and how wedding planners can make our lives so much easier day of.

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00:55:26

Episode 51 - Sweet Memories from Sugar on the Rim

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/05/03

On today's episode we're talking with Gina Bombin, the owner of Sugar on the Rim Events. We get to know Gina's background in the wedding industry, the services she offers, and advice she has for couples looking to hire a wedding planner, floral, and decor rentals. Gina shares some of her experiences from her years working with couples on their wedding day.

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01:03:08

Episode 50 - Striving for creative perfection

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/04/22

We are halfway to 100 episodes on the DJ Insider Podcast! We are finally kicking off into the wedding season, and we are lucky to have Maycen with Raycroft Recordings back on the podcast once again! Mike and Maycen talk through the struggles of exceeding expectations that our couples have. Our work as DJ's and videographers requires plenty of creativity and on the fly thinking. Mike choosing a song on the dance floor or Maycen deciding what music to use in her wedding edits may be the right

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00:57:24

Episode 49 - Being Careful on the Front End

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/04/15

On today's podcast we have Jeff Webb from @forgettableproductions. Jeff is a Comedy Show promotor, Headlining Comedian, and Wedding DJ. He draws from years of experience managing a comedy club, bartending, and performing stand up. We discuss a recent wedding and bridal show we worked together. Jeff discusses some of the difficulties in promoting and booking comedy shows. We discuss dealing with difficulty comedians and difficult clients and a few of the frustrations in our line or work.

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00:45:56

Episode 48 - Questions to Ask Your DJ

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/04/08

On this week's episode, Chris and Mike are back in the studio to discuss a recent bridal show and questions to ask your DJ. Today we're talking about the Good and Bad questions to ask when you're interviewing potential DJs. When you're shopping for a DJ you should definitely do your research to understand what services the person offers and the type of experience that they can provide. You should also meet with multiple companies to get a good sense of who you vibe with. To make

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00:53:06

Episode 47 - How Much Should a DJ Charge?

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/04/01

On today's episode we're talking with Eric Jaeger from MB Events. Eric discusses questions you can ask when meeting with potential DJs for your vendors. This conversation is based on a blog that Eric wrote. You can find that blog link here: 20 Questions to Ask Before Hiring that DJ When you're trying to figure out what should you be investing in your DJ, you should first start with your priorities and if the guest experience is the most important you should plan to spend more on a

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00:33:48

Episode 46 - Good Planning Leads to Good Problem Solving

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/03/25

On today's podcast we have Kyla Sinkiewicz the General Manager of Barrelhouse the Venue in Michigan City. Kyla shares her experiences, challenges, and insights from her years working with couples on their wedding day. Plus, Kyla shares some exciting news from Barrelhouse about the new venue they are opening this fall.

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00:37:49

Episode 45 - Trust Yourself

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/03/18

Chris and Mike are back in the studio for episode 45. On today's podcast we review recent corporate parties and a wedding we worked. We discuss the keys to giving a good speech. Mike and Chris talk about lessons they've learned from working in the wedding industry and review advice they would give to younger versions of themselves.

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01:08:04

Episode 44 - A Symphony of Business Owners

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/03/11

On today's podcast we have Jenny Beschinski the owner of SHE Designs and Orchestrated Events. Jenny has been a wedding and party planner of one kind or another since 2003. She has owned her own wedding and event retail business worked in some of Northwest Indiana’s premier event centers and has the best vendor friends (and resources!) ever. Jenny is the author of Weddings and Things: Tales From a Midwest Wedding Planner. Today, Jenny shares from her experience and background as a wedding

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00:48:35

Episode 43 - High Quality Vendors was Our Guiding Light

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/03/04

It's Season 2 Episode 1 and today on the podcast we have Tim & Corina Gehrels who were the couple that we discussed for our very first podcast from Season 1. Tim & Corina discuss how they met and fell in love. They share about their proposal and wedding. We talk about the planning process, their wedding details and everything they learned in the process. One of the biggest priorities for their wedding was to have quality vendors and a team that could bring their vision to life. Tim

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00:51:07

Episode 42 - You Can't Do It Alone

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/02/26

Thanks Carli and Tricia for joining us on today's podcast!You have gotten a look at the lives and general work day of a wedding vendor, but what about the people whose event space we get to work at every single weekend? The experiences and challenges we face when going to work are very similar to what Carli and Trish experience. The photographers, videographers, and florists that we work with have made it clear that if a venue and vendors work well together, then stress can be easily avoided

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00:29:19

Episode 41 - What Really Matters at a Party?

The DJ Insider Podcast ·

2024/02/19

We are now in the season of corporate events. We are always interested to see how these events can be so different from weddings, and how our style needs to adapt to this type of environment. We have seen parties done quite well, and some that have tried too hard. It is important to have a good structure, but one that can be deviated from if the vibe isn't right. It is also very important to make sure the employees of your company feel comfortable, and rewarded by the team they work for.

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