Engaged AF Podcast

EP:0032: "Budgeting Basics: How to Plan Your Wedding Without Breaking the Bank"

Planning your wedding doesn’t have to mean financial ruin! In Engaged AF Podcast episode EP:0032, we’re giving you the ultimate guide to sticking to your wedding budget while still pulling off a celebration that wows.

Here’s what we’re diving into:

• Prioritize Like a Pro: Learn where to splurge (amazing photography and delicious food) and where to save (hint: DIY decor and guest list tweaks).
• Venue Hacks: From off-season discounts to non-traditional spaces, discover how to find a dream venue without the dream price tag.
• Budget-Saving Tips: Practical ideas for cutting costs without sacrificing quality—like thrift store finds, weekday weddings, and negotiation strategies.
• No-Skimp Zones: Why a trusted photographer, great food, and a day-of coordinator are investments you won’t regret.

We’re also breaking down real talk about avoiding wedding debt and planning smart. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for final touches, this episode will keep your wedding dreams both epic and budget-friendly.

Links from the Episode:

• Epoch Moment - Your Go-To for Wedding Photography
• Engaged AF Magazine - Wedding Budget Hacks & Vendor Tips

Grab your coffee (or champagne!) and tune in for this must-hear episode. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Engaged AF Podcast!

EP:0031: "The Proposal Peak: Why Winter Is the Ultimate Season for Love and Engagement Photos"

In Engaged AF Podcast episode EP:0031, we’re diving into why winter proposals are pure magic. From snowy landscapes and cozy vibes to festive family gatherings and Instagram-worthy moments, this episode breaks down why nearly 40% of engagements happen between November and February.

We’re also speaking directly to those planning to pop the question—why you should involve a photographer or videographer before you propose, how they can help you find the perfect location and plan the moment, and why proposal photography packages are the ultimate pre-wedding hack (yes, they can usually roll into your wedding package!).

Plus, we’re sharing creative ideas for winter engagement sessions—snow-covered mountains, twinkling holiday lights, and all the cozy inspiration you need to capture your love story beautifully.

Whether you’re planning a proposal, just got engaged, or love diving into engagement season excitement, EP:0031 is packed with tips and inspiration to make your love story unforgettable.

Links from the Episode:

• Epoch Moment - Book Your Proposal or Engagement Photography
• Engaged AF Magazine - Wedding Planning Tips & Vendor Directory

Cozy up with your favorite winter drink and listen now—don’t forget to subscribe to the Engaged AF Podcast!

Engaged As Fuck Podcast | Ep: 0030

"Hillside Gardens: A Hidden Gem for Picture-Perfect Weddings"

In this episode, we’re taking you on a journey to the breathtaking Hillside Gardens in Colorado Springs, a wedding and event venue like no other. With its rich history, enchanting gardens, and unique features like themed bars and panoramic views of Pikes Peak, this venue is perfect for couples looking to celebrate their love in a space that’s as magical as their story.

🌸 The Story Behind the Gardens: Discover how Hillside Gardens transformed from a dairy farm into one of Colorado Springs’ most beloved venues, thanks to the vision of siblings Donavan and Ashlee Kennedy.

🎉 Spaces That Wow: Learn about the stunning ceremony site, the versatile Pavilion, and unique themed bars like the old Army Ambulance bar and Cactus Jacks tequila bar.

✨ Tailored Services: From on-site wedding coordination with the amazing Erika Weeks of WED with Erika to curated catering options, Hillside Gardens offers everything you need to make your wedding seamless and unforgettable.

🚗 Guest Accessibility: With on-site parking, golf cart transportation, and ADA-compliant facilities, Hillside Gardens ensures every guest is taken care of.

Hillside Gardens isn’t just a venue—it’s an experience. This episode is your backstage pass to learn why this Colorado treasure is a top choice for weddings and events, offering stunning views, historic charm, and thoughtful amenities.

🌟 Weddings for Every Style: From intimate brunches to grand evening celebrations, Hillside Gardens accommodates up to 150 guests with flexible packages.

🌟 Eco-Chic Vibes: How the venue harmonizes with Colorado’s natural beauty, creating a serene and magical atmosphere for your big day.

🌟 Local Love: The Summer Concert Series and garden center make Hillside Gardens more than a venue—it’s a community hub.

🌐 Hillside Gardens Website: Visit Here

📸 Instagram: Follow for Inspiration

📘 Facebook: Connect Here

📞 Contact: (719) 520-9463

🎙️ Special Guest Shoutout: Erika Weeks of WED with Erika! Learn how her award-winning planning services can make your Hillside Gardens wedding stress-free and magical. Check out her site

Whether you’re drawn to the vibrant gardens, the quirky charm of the themed bars, or the jaw-dropping views of Pikes Peak, Hillside Gardens offers a one-of-a-kind setting for your love story. Tune in to find out why this venue should be at the top of your list!

🎧 Listen now and get inspired! 🎉🌸

Engaged As Fuck Podcast | Ep: 0029

"Ruby Grove: Elevating Events with Sustainable Elegance"

In this episode, we’re diving into the eco-chic world of Ruby Grove, Colorado’s premier event rental and design company that’s redefining what it means to celebrate sustainably. With their curated collection of unique, eco-friendly rentals and custom-crafted designs, Ruby Grove is here to make your event unforgettable—for all the right reasons.

🌿 Sustainable Luxury: How Ruby Grove combines high-end event rentals with eco-friendly practices to leave a lasting impression—without leaving a footprint.

✨ Curated Elegance: Explore their thoughtfully selected collections of handcrafted furniture and stunning décor that blend timeless style with modern trends.

🛠️ Custom Creations: Learn how Ruby Grove brings your unique vision to life with bespoke furniture and décor crafted specifically for your celebration.

🎉 Event Packages Made Easy: Whether you’re planning a luxurious wedding, a rustic mountain gathering, or a chic downtown soirée, Ruby Grove has tailored rental packages to simplify your planning process.

Ruby Grove isn’t just about rentals—they’re about storytelling. This episode is packed with inspiration for designing events that feel authentic, meaningful, and absolutely you. If you’ve ever dreamed of hosting an event that combines elevated style with intentional sustainability, this is your blueprint.

🌟 Eco-Friendly Eventing: Discover how sustainable practices are woven into everything Ruby Grove offers, from sourcing materials to crafting custom designs.

🌟 Personalized Touches: Hear how their team collaborates with clients to create spaces that reflect their unique style and vision.

🌟 Colorado Charm: Explore how Ruby Grove’s rentals complement the beauty of Colorado’s venues, from rustic barns to elegant mountain estates.

🌐 Ruby Grove Website: Explore Their Rentals and Services

📸 Instagram: Follow for Inspiration

🎨 Custom Design Services: Handcrafted pieces to fit your vision.

If you’re planning a wedding or event in Colorado—or anywhere else—and want it to be as intentional as it is stunning, Ruby Grove is the partner you need. Tune in to learn how their sustainable, one-of-a-kind designs can transform your celebration into a day that guests will never forget.

🎙️ Listen Now and Let’s Get Engaged AF! 🎉🌿

Engaged As Fuck Podcast | Ep: 0028

"Mood & Co Designs: Crafting Timeless, Meaningful Weddings That Wow"

In this episode, we’re shining the spotlight on Mood & Co Designs, a Colorado-based wedding design powerhouse with over a decade of experience creating unforgettable wedding celebrations. From breathtaking tablescapes to immersive event designs, Mood & Co transforms your wedding day into a deeply personal and visually stunning experience.

🎨 The Art of Wedding Design: How Mood & Co combines creativity, precision, and storytelling to create designs that feel fresh, timeless, and uniquely you.

🌟 The Love Story Focus: Discover how this team dives deep into your journey as a couple to craft a wedding that reflects every beautiful nuance of your relationship.

🗻 Colorado’s Dream Venues: Learn how Mood & Co incorporates Colorado’s stunning natural beauty into their designs, whether you’re saying “I do” in a rustic mountain venue or an elegant urban space.

🤝 Collaborative Excellence: Get a behind-the-scenes look at their planning process, emphasizing a partnership where your vision takes center stage.

Mood & Co Designs isn’t just about making things look good—they’re about making your wedding deeply you. This episode is packed with inspiration, actionable tips, and expert insights that’ll have you dreaming big for your big day.

✨ Tailored Elegance: Hear how they create custom designs for every couple, from romantic garden vibes to chic, modern aesthetics.

✨ Stress-Free Planning: Learn how their expertise takes the chaos out of wedding logistics, so you can focus on enjoying every moment.

✨ Immersive Experiences: Explore how Mood & Co crafts designs that engage all the senses, leaving guests in awe.

🌐 Mood & Co Designs Website: Explore Their Work

📸 Instagram: Follow for Design Inspiration

🎨 Services: Custom wedding design, planning, décor, styling, and more.

If you’re planning a wedding in Colorado (or dreaming of it), this episode is your insider guide to working with one of the most creative and thoughtful wedding design teams in the game. Tune in, get inspired, and start planning the wedding of your dreams!

🎙️ Listen Now and Let’s Get Engaged AF! 🎉✨

Engaged As Fuck Podcast | Ep: 0027

"Epoch Company: A Decade of Bold Moves, Big Dreams, and Creative Impact"

This episode takes a deep dive into the evolution of Epoch Company, a game-changing creative enterprise built by Adam Hebert. From a single camera to a powerhouse of innovative brands, this story is about fearless ambition, integrity, and disrupting the status quo.

📸 How It All Began: Hear how a birthday gift—a camera—sparked Adam’s bold leap from a 17-year corporate career into the entrepreneurial unknown.

🌟 Building a Legacy: Discover how Epoch Moment set the foundation for a growing empire, which now includes Epoch 365, Epoch 360 Tours, Colorado Icons, and the unapologetically bold Engaged AF Magazine.

🎯 Core Values in Action: Learn how Adam built a company rooted in ethics, fearless leadership, and meaningful connections, refusing to compromise on the client experience.

🚀 Scaling Smart: Peek behind the curtain at how Epoch is focusing on building a culture where creatives thrive, all while challenging industries and paving new paths.

Epoch Company isn’t just about beautiful weddings or slick branding—it’s about redefining what creative entrepreneurship can look like. This episode will inspire you to dream bigger, challenge norms, and chase your passions with the same bold, “see if I can do it” mindset that drives Adam Hebert and his team.

🌐 Epoch Company Website: Explore Epoch’s Portfolio

📖 Engaged AF Magazine: The No-BS Wedding Planning Guide

🎥 Know Where Project: Learn more about connecting with local culture through Epoch 365.

Whether you're a creative looking for inspiration, a couple planning the wedding of their dreams, or a fellow rule-breaker redefining an industry, this episode is packed with insights, motivation, and practical advice.

It’s time to rewrite the playbook—one bold move at a time. 🎙️✨

Engaged As Fuck Podcast | Ep: 0026

"Make it a Double: Revolutionizing Event Bars with Elevated Beverage Experiences"

Let’s talk booze—or mocktails, if that’s your jam. This episode dives into Make it a Double, Denver’s premier mobile bar service and consulting company that’s raising the bar (literally) on how weddings and events serve up the good stuff.

🍸 Custom Cocktails Done Right: Discover how founder Christopher Rice, with over 15 years of experience, creates unforgettable bar setups tailored to your event’s vibe.

🍹 Mocktail Magic: Their sister company, Cool as a Cucumber, makes non-alcoholic options so good even your cocktail-loving guests will be impressed.

💍 Wedding Bar Experts: With over 80 weddings served in the last three years, they’ve perfected the art of making your big day buzz in all the best ways.

🌱 Fresh Ingredients, Big Flavor: From fresh juices to handcrafted syrups, these drinks are anything but basic.

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a blowout bash for 300, Make it a Double ensures every sip is as memorable as your first dance. They’ll even help with logistics—minus the booze shopping. Bonus points for sustainability and their top-notch service that makes every guest feel VIP.

🌐 Website: Make It A Double

📸 Instagram: @makeitadouble.llc

📘 Facebook: Make It A Double on Facebook

📞 Phone: (415) 866-0872

✉️ Email: [email protected]

Engaged As Fuck Podcast | Ep: 0025

"Digital Wedding Invitations: Sustainable, Stylish, and Stress-Free"

In this episode, we’re tackling one of the hottest wedding trends of 2024: digital wedding invitations. Say goodbye to sky-high stationery costs and hello to eco-friendly, personalized invites that get the job done without sacrificing style.

What’s inside this episode:

📧 Why Go Digital?: Dive into the cost savings, environmental benefits, and modern conveniences of sending digital wedding invites.

💌 Paper vs. Pixels: We break down the pros and cons of traditional paper invitations and digital options, so you can decide what fits your vibe.

🌍 Sustainability That Matters: How digital invites drastically reduce waste and carbon footprints—because your wedding shouldn’t cost the Earth.

📱 Platforms That Slay: Discover top digital invitation platforms like Evite, Greenvelope, and Paperless Post, and how to customize your invites to perfection.

💡 Hybrid Hacks: Want the best of both worlds? Learn how to combine digital invites with paper ones for a balanced approach that respects tradition and embraces innovation.

💡 Bonus Content:

Head over to Engaged AF Magazine to explore our Online Wedding Vendor Directory and find top-rated digital invitation platforms, wedding planners, and more!

Whether you’re a bride on a budget, an eco-warrior, or just love the ease of modern tech, this episode is packed with tips to make your wedding invitations as unforgettable as your big day. Tune in and get inspired! 🎉

Planning a wedding or corporate event can feel like trying to pull off a magic trick without the wand—but that’s where Engaged Sourcing comes in to save the day! In this episode, we’re diving into how this powerhouse team transforms event planning from a logistical nightmare into a smooth, unforgettable experience.

Here’s what we’re serving up:

🏨 Hotel Room Block Wizardry: Say goodbye to the chaos of coordinating accommodations—Engaged Sourcing negotiates the best rates and handles bookings like pros.

🌎 Destination Domination: From Cabo weddings to corporate retreats in the Rockies, they’ve got the entire US, Mexico, and Canada covered with insider expertise.

🎉 All-In-One Event Planning: Venue scouting, vendor coordination, and seamless logistics? Check, check, and check.

🌱 Sustainability That Slaps: Learn how your event can leave the world better than you found it, with carbon offsets and landscape restoration at the core.

🌟 VIP Guest Experience: Making every attendee—from Grandma to the CEO—feel like royalty.

If you’re ready to plan smarter, party harder, and save the planet while you’re at it, this episode is your ultimate guide. Whether it’s your big day or your next big meeting, Engaged Sourcing is the partner you didn’t know you needed. Let’s go! 🎉

Engaged As Fuck Podcast | Ep: 0023

"Plan Like a Pro: The Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide with Engaged AF Magazine & Epoch Moment"

Get ready to dive into the ultimate no-BS guide to wedding planning! In this episode, we team up with Engaged AF Magazine and Epoch Moment to break down every detail you need to plan your dream wedding like a total pro. From popping champagne after your engagement to crushing your wedding day timeline, this episode covers it all—bold, fun, and stress-free.

We’ll walk you through:

💍 How to find your wedding vibe and nail your budget.

📸 Why Epoch Moment’s $1 engagement shoots and unlimited-time packages are game-changers.

🌸 Insider tips for choosing the best vendors, from florists to DJs, using the Engaged AF Online Directory.

🗓️ A month-by-month breakdown of when to tackle key tasks, like dress shopping, sending save-the-dates, and planning your honeymoon.

💡 Pro hacks to stay organized, personalize your day, and keep your cool as you juggle all the details.

Whether you’re overwhelmed with spreadsheets or ready to party, this episode is your roadmap to planning a wedding that’s as bold and unforgettable as your love story. Don’t forget to check out engagedasfuck.com for even more resources to crush your planning game!