Best Planner Magazine Podcasts (2025)

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Unparalleled Customer Experience 1:02:52

6d ago1:02:52

1:02:52

What does it REALLY mean to provide a good customer experience as a wedding creative and who decides anyway?By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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PlannerPod Episode 2 | MIMBYs, messaging and planning's lack of means 46:57

15d ago46:57

46:57

Episode 2 of The Planner magazine's PlannerPod podcast, in which the Planner's editorial team and guests Miriam Levin and Simon Creer pick out their highlights from the last two months of Planner activity, chat about a new report into public engagement and delve into the results of The Planner's 2025 Careers Survey. Can planning do a better job of …

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Is Your Website Helping or Hurting You 56:37

1M ago56:37

56:37

Everybody needs a website, but is your website doing your photo/video biz more harm than good? Jason and Jared breakdown the ways your website could be turning clients away and 4 necessary things each website must do to be effective.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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The Magic of Tented Weddings w/ Keri Ketterer 1:25:52

1M ago1:25:52

1:25:52

Tented weddings at a private home just hit different. As an expert in tenting and luxury private estate weddings Keri Ketterer of Always Yours Events and Keri Ketterer Walter & Co. discusses the complexity of tenting and private home events as well as the importance of creating surprise and delight in every event guest... And even a little of how w…

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The Knot's Fake Brides and You 1:07:39

2M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

Jason and Jared explore the New Yorker article "Does the Knot Have a Fake Bride's Problem?" and discuss the perils of online advertising, their own Knot stats (at the end), and the culture in the wedding industry that makes helping normal vendors understand marketing and sales so hard.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Irresistible Sales 1:33:08

3M ago1:33:08

1:33:08

Jared and Jason break down the keys to selling to anyone: Mirroring, signaling, and authenticity.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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PlannerPod Episode 1 | Purpose, plans and PIB unpacked 49:21

3M ago49:21

49:21

In which the Planner's editorial team and this episode's guest, Robbie Calvert, pick out their highlights from the latest issue of The Planner magazine, chat about the sector-changing Planning and Infrastructure Bill and delve into the pressing issue of loneliness and the built environment. Can sensitive planning help to relieve social isolation? H…

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Defining "Storytelling" in Wedding Filmmaking 1:06:52

3M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Jason and Jared discuss a hot topic: storytelling... They explore some of the buzzwords and cliches used in the wedding videography community and explore the true HEART of wedding filmmaking: family.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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How We Would Get Started in Wedding Filmmaking in 2025 1:54:10

4M ago1:54:10

1:54:10

Jared and Jason dive into the challenges of starting a new wedding filmmaking brand in 2025 and what we would focus on if we were starting or establishing a new brand in 2025. Even you vets may learn something.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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How Blogs & Magazines Screw Wedding Filmmakers | PART 2 49:40

4M ago49:40

49:40

Jason and Jared discuss (again) why it's so hard for wedding filmmakers to take part in wedding PR and some active steps we believe WE can take to be better partners to our friends in the PR worldBy Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Seven Seasons of Podcasting Bliss Continues... 1:00:32

4M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Jason and Jared are back for season five... or seven... depending on who you ask... of the WFS Show. The guys discuss creating a course, why awards are dumb, why awards are awesome, and more on this, the first episode of Season Five of the Wedding Film School show!By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Building Teams the Right Way | Ryan Browne | Forged in the North 1:01:32

5M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

Ryan Browne of Forged in the North talks building your teams and studios the RIGHT way. Built to last.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Capturing Authentic Moments | Sharrone Calafiore | Fiore Films 1:08:12

6M ago1:08:12

1:08:12

Sharrone Calafiore of Fiore Films joins us to discuss "videographer's luck", how she captures memorable frames, and the amazing privilege of being a wedding filmmaker.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Breaking Into the Industry | Julia Kentner Films 33:45

6M ago33:45

33:45

Julia Kentner of Julia Kentner Films joins us to talk about how to approach the wedding industry with your eye on making the right connecting, being genuine, and making the leap into wedding filmmaking.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Elevating Wedding Filmmaking in the Industry | Lindsey Conklin | Le Rêve Films 49:30

6M ago49:30

49:30

Lindsey Conklin joins us on this special episode to discuss elevating wedding filmmaking in the industry, couples that "don't want video", and why you NEED to come to Clarity 2024 to hear him speakBy Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Does Timelessness Have Value in Wedding Filmmaking? 58:36

7M ago58:36

58:36

We hear about the value of "timelessness" so much and so often in the wedding creative world many of us never stop to ask the question "Wait. Does it even have value to be timeless?" Jason. and Jared explore this concept and the value of trends in setting your art apart from the market in this spicy episode of the WFS Show.…

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We Are Putting On a Retreat for Wedding Filmmakers... Again. And Why... 35:00

8M ago35:00

35:00

Clarity is our annual retreat for wedding filmmakers. This year we are hosting the event in NYC and couldn't be more excited but... like... why? We do you need another education event as a wedding creative? Jason and Jared break that down and discuss what you can expect from Clarity 2025.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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How We SELL 200 Weddings a Year 56:07

8M ago56:07

56:07

Jason and Jared break down their sale process and what they believe are some of the the most important understandings every wedding filmmaker should understand about sales and getting clients and planners to sign on the dotted line.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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How Wedding Blogs and Publications Screw Filmmakers (and how that's changing) 1:23:52

9M ago1:23:52

1:23:52

Jason and Jared discuss why it's an uphill climb for wedding filmmakers to get the recognition and visibility of other industry peers, how and why that's baked into the cake, and some of the ways things are changing to make the industry more inclusive of filmmakers, especially in the marketing and PR side of of the industry is presented to the publ…

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AMA: Budgets, spending, and lead generation 40:06

11M ago40:06

40:06

Jared and Jason answer listener submitted questions about asking clients their budgets, pricing and how to best create a budget for your filmmaking company in this riveting episode sure to change your life and the lives of those closest and dearest to you.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Refund Roulette | "Would you refund a client if..." 1:11:39

11M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

Jason and Jared play a game of "Refund Roulette" and ask the question. "Would you refund a wedding if..." with a few typical (and some weird) refund situations you may encounter as a wedding filmmaker.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Is the Wedding Industry in Decline? | Shane McMurray | The Wedding Report 1:05:29

12M ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Shane McMurray of The Wedding Report breaks down why being data driven, even as an artist, and whether or not the engagement gap is a real thing.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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No. You wouldn't shoot the Olivia Culpo wedding better... and why... 1:15:13

12M ago1:15:13

1:15:13

Jason and Jared discuss the much debated Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey wedding and the teaser film released and why most likely you wouldn't have shot it any better. In fact... Chances are it would be worse if you shot it. Let's discuss the world of luxury weddings and why they are stinking hard to shoot.…

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Five Ways to Tell Better Stories in 2024 1:27:11

1y ago1:27:11

1:27:11

Storytelling is a buzzword in wedding filmmaking that can mean many things to many people, especially when you ask the question "What is GOOD storytelling?" In this episode Jason and Jared dive into Five Ways wedding filmmakers can improve their storytelling in 2024.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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AMA Show - "Are industry awards meaningless?" 42:59

1y ago42:59

42:59

What is the value of all these "Best of" and "Filmmaker of the Year" awards and should you pay them any mind? What percentage of your biz income should you plow back into your business? Jason and Jared answer listener submitted questions as well as discuss Jason upcoming new podcast with Benj Haisch, the Wedding Creatives Podcast.…

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Navigating Multiple Markets as a Wedding Filmmaker 1:09:32

1y ago1:09:32

1:09:32

This Episode we're discussing the three distinct markets in the Wedding Filmmaking industry. Hear about our journey and the unique challenges and opportunities each market presents for both seasoned pros and aspiring filmmakers.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Is 2024 a down year and what to do about it? 56:05

1+ y ago56:05

56:05

2024 is shaping up to be a tough year bookings-wise for many filmmakers. We're here to explore the reality many filmmakers are experiencing and what can be done to turn the tide form your business and the wedding industry as a whole. Spoiler alert: Don't give up!By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Inclusivity / Exclusivity 14:45

1+ y ago14:45

14:45

What do event planners really control when they are employed by their employer.

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AMA: Do you HAVE to work with planners and what is a luxury wedding filmmaker? 55:00

1+ y ago55:00

55:00

We answers listener questions about how necessary it is to woking with wedding planners to elevate in the wedding industry, how wedding educators make money off your lack of success, and what REALLY makes you a luxury wedding filmmaker.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Are Content Creators Really "The Worst" or THE FUTURE? 1:00:22

1+ y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

In a world where content creators are coming, and they're coming strong, wedding filmmakers are left wondering "So like... does this suck? Am I fired now? Are you gonna stand in my shot the whole day?" and other nervous questions. Jason and Jared discuss the Rise of the Wedding Content Creator.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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AMA: Adding team members, should filmmakers show their prices, and standing out in a crowded market 45:27

1+ y ago45:27

45:27

Jason and Jared have a mini team building workshop, explore various price presentation strategies talk the benefits and perils of being "unique" to stand out, and creating. great working relationship with photographers in this episode of viewer submitted questions.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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AMA: RAW footage (again), cold calling wedding planners, and the down 2024 year 45:14

1+ y ago45:14

45:14

Jason and Jared answer listener submitted questions! We talk the ever popular "RAW footage" question, the best way to cold call a wedding planner, what to do with a down 2024 wedding season and even a little bit about where Wedding Film School is going... Enjoy.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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The End of the WFS Show? 47:37

1+ y ago47:37

47:37

Jared and Jason talk about being “educators”, terrible influencers and why they don’t want to do that stuff (and the future of the Wedding Film School) in this episode of the WFS Show.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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We Are Hosting a Retreat in Feb! 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

30:13

By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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New PLANNER magazine 16:12

2y ago16:12

16:12

MKPDE a new published magazine. Talking about Weddings, Meetings, Events. Subscribe Today!

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Creating an EXPERIENCE for Couples | The Drakes 1:08:05

2y ago1:08:05

1:08:05

The Drakes are always out there breaking the rules and making weird stuff their couples. In this episode we talk through everything that goes into making the Drakes experience so unique for their couples and some ways we can all level up that camera to couple connection.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Telling Stories Outside the Vows | Andrew Abajian 1:03:27

2y ago1:03:27

1:03:27

Andrew Abajian is an incredible storytelling with flare for the cinematic and creating meaningful narrative structures in his wedding films. We talk story, posing and connecting with couples to create film that are truly meaningful.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Selling Photo AND Video Packages | The Youngs 1:08:29

2y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

The Youngs talk us through working with your spouse and selling photo AND video packages. We even touch on the dreaded "Knot" topic ands give some tips to maximizing your effectiveness on platforms like that.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Using Filmmaking to Empower | Kshitij Sheetak | Shoot Guru 56:44

2y ago56:44

56:44

Kshitij Sheetak, or Shoot Guru,as he's known in his home country of India breaks down how he uses filmmaking to inspire and empower thousands of young filmmakers throughout India as well as gives us all insight into the ins and outs of shooting Indian weddings.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Luxury IS Service Experience | Cindy Novotny | Master Connection Associates 54:58

2y ago54:58

54:58

Cindy Novotny is one of the global leaders in the hospitality space and a regular speaker at Engage! Summits, the wedding industry's #1 ultra-luxury wedding summit. In this episode we talk about the convergence of luxury travel and hospitality and wedding filmmaking. People buy the experience NOT just the product.…

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The NDA Episode 1:04:47

2y ago1:04:47

1:04:47

Should you sign an NDA or not and why? Should you do it for free? How much should you sell an NDA for? We talk all things NDA in this riveting episode.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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The Dark Side of Destination Weddings | Films by Stanton 52:53

2y ago52:53

52:53

Stanton Giles of Films by Stanton has quickly made a name for himself as one of the premiere elopement and destination filmmakers in the world but what if we told you travel weddings are all sunshine and "wanderlust". Stanton dives into the high highs, amazing pros and very real cons of destination wedding filmmaking.…

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Running Multiple Lines of Businesses as a Wedding Creative 1:12:50

2y ago1:12:50

1:12:50

Bobby and Jason dive into the pros and cons of using your wedding photo and video business to launch multiple lines of business and a few tips on how to NOT go crazy doing itBy Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Five Pre-wedding Questions to Ask EVERY Couple 56:19

2y ago56:19

56:19

Communication is key when heading into a wedding day. Jason and Jared dive into FIVE QUESTIONS to ask your couples during your consultations that will set proper expectations and help you shoot better weddings.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Creating Enduring Trust With Vendors | K. Kerkorian Events 48:15

2y ago48:15

48:15

Kristyn Kerkorian from K. Kerkorian Events joins us to discuss the increasingly important relationship between wedding creatives and wedding planners and how to create enduring trust and partnerships in the wedding industryBy Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Is It Time for YOU to Go Full-Time in Wedding Filmmaking? 1:07:25

2y ago1:07:25

1:07:25

Going full-time in the arts is the dream for so many filmmakers and photographers, but is it really all it's cracked up to be? Jason and Jared discuss and give three ways you can know your business is ready to take the plunge.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Balancing Family and Filmmaking | The Smiths 54:58

2y ago54:58

54:58

The Smiths talk their journey as filmmakers, their unique approach storytelling by interviewing couples, and balancing family and wedding filmmaking as a married couple.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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Calen Rhome | White in Revery & Gamut 55:02

2y ago55:02

55:02

Calen from @Whiteinrevery and Gamut joins us on the show to talk what's new with WIR, balancing kids with luxury destination wedding filmmaking, launching one of the industries most well respected LUT creators with Gamut, and just color grading in general on this awesome episode of the WFS Show.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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The "Pricing in 2023" Episode 1:24:17

2y ago1:24:17

1:24:17

What CAN you charge VS what should you charge and how pricing in multiple market segments works in 2023By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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What Goes Into Designing Cameras | Matthew Frazer of LUMIX 1:06:24

2y ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Jason and Jared interview Matthew Frazer of LUMIX to discuss camera design philosophy and listening to wedding filmmakers.By Jason McCutchen, Jared Haskell

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