Category: Planning

119 – 2020: The Year That Was

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. If you think this episode sounds more buttery and amazing…
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December 27, 2020 0

118 – You spoke, I listened

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…
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November 13, 2020 0

117 – I’m Back…For Now

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.


July 17, 2020 0

116 – Ashley Auger, Smitten Mitten Photography

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 at her website smittenmittenphotgraphy.com or on Instagram.


April 25, 2020 0

115 – The First Social Podcasting of the Decade!

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.…
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March 28, 2020 0

114 – We’ve Only Just Begun

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!


September 6, 2018 0

113 – Todd Osann, Meeting House Grand Ballroom

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…
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March 28, 2018 0

112 – Melissa Kochan, Melissa Elaine Photography

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…
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February 27, 2018 0

111 – Looking back on 2017

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…
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February 4, 2018 0

109 – New Year, New Trends

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…
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January 31, 2017 0