Engaged AF Podcast

In this episode of the Engaged AF Podcast, we're diving fork-first into the story behind one of Colorado Springs’ most seasoned and delicious event partners—PB Catering. From their humble beginnings in 1989 to running a culinary empire with three powerhouse divisions—Picnic Basket Catering, Buffalo Gals Grilling Co., and Cravings Five Star Events—we’re talking food, flavor, and flawless execution. Hear how this family-run biz delivers epic meals, serves up fire-kissed BBQ, and curates five-star luxury events all over Colorado. If you’re planning a wedding or event in the Rockies, this one’s a must-listen.

🔗 Explore their full services at pbcatering.com

📞 Book your next event: (719) 635-0200

📍 Based in Colorado Springs, serving events across the state and beyond

Timeless AF: The Magic of Wedding Storytelling with Jarrah Marie Photography

🎧 Podcast Description:

On this episode of the Engaged AF Podcast, we’re getting real about wedding photos that actually feel like you. Meet Jarrah Marie, a Texas + Colorado-based wedding photographer who brings a badass blend of heart, experience, and elegance to every love story she captures.

We get into:

• 📸 Why timeless photos > trendy edits every damn time
• 🧠 What it really means to work with a photographer who “gets you”
• 💍 How Jarrah helps couples feel confident AF in front of the camera
• 🌄 The vibe difference between Colorado mountain weddings and Texas ranch romances
• 🫶 Behind the lens: balancing motherhood, artistry, and a thriving wedding business

If you want your wedding photos to be as soulful as your vows and as stunning as your dress—this one’s for you.

🔗 Read the full vendor feature at Engaged AF Magazine

📲 Learn more at jarrahmariephotography.com

Sound, Lights, and Vibes — The Laser Sound Experience

🎧 Podcast Description:

This week on the Engaged AF Podcast, we’re handing the mic to the team behind Laser Sound Productions, one of Colorado’s longest-standing DJ and event entertainment companies—and trust us, they’re not just pressing play.

We’re diving into:

• 🔊 What 20+ years in the DJ game has taught them about throwing unforgettable parties
• 🎶 How they tailor the music to match every couple’s vibe, from ceremony to sweaty dance floor
• 💡 Why lighting isn’t just decor—it’s atmosphere (and how they crush it with uplights and gobos)
• 🎧 The different event packages that scale from simple & elegant to full-on club energy
• 🛠️ The tech behind the magic: speakers, mixers, projectors, and why equipment really matters

Whether you're vibing with a chill cocktail hour, planning a rooftop dance party, or trying to make your wedding feel like Coachella in formalwear—Laser Sound has the setup, the skills, and the soul to pull it off.

🔗 Read the full vendor feature at Engaged AF Magazine

📲 Book Laser Sound at lasersoundprodj.com

The DJ Who Keeps the Dance Floor Lit AF — Featuring James Brown DJ Service

🎧 Podcast Description:

What’s a wedding without the music that gets your grandma twerking and your cousin slow dancing with a stranger? On this episode of the Engaged AF Podcast, we’re turning up the volume with James Brown DJ Service, one of Colorado Springs’ most experienced and energetic wedding DJs.

We get into:

• 🎧 What 25+ years of wedding DJing has taught him about reading the room and hyping the vibe
• 🥂 Why your DJ needs to do more than just press play (and how James nails it every time)
• 💿 Building the perfect playlist—from ceremony to “last one on the dance floor gets breakfast”
• 🎤 Emcee skills that actually keep your event running smooth AF
• 🔌 How to avoid AV nightmares and hire a DJ who can handle it all

This isn’t about cheesy lights and overused playlists—this is how to turn your reception into a goddamn experience.

🔗 Full vendor feature at Engaged AF Magazine

🎵 Learn more about James at jamesbrowndjservice.com

Strings Attached: The Magic of Live Wedding Music with Front Range Strings

🎧 Podcast Description:

This week on the Engaged AF Podcast, we’re tuning in to one of the most emotionally powerful elements of any wedding: the music. And who better to talk about that than the award-winning team at Front Range Strings? These Colorado-based musicians are out here proving that live string ensembles aren’t just for fancy royal weddings—they’re for every couple who wants to elevate their day with elegance, emotion, and a hell of a vibe.

We cover:

• 🎻 Why live string music hits different (and always will)
• 💡 How to choose between a quartet, trio, or duo
• 🎼 Creating a playlist that blends Bach, Bridgerton, and Beyoncé
• 📝 The planning process and how they customize the soundtrack of your love story
• 🔊 Real wedding moments where live music changed the entire mood

Whether you’re a classical music junkie, a film score fanatic, or just want your aisle walk to feel like a damn movie, this one’s for you.

🔗 Read the full feature at Engaged AF Magazine

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Plated Perfection: Feeding the Vibe with Summit Catering

🎧 Podcast Description:

Let’s be real—your guests will forget your napkin fold, but they’ll never forget the food. On this episode of the Engaged AF Podcast, we’re serving up hot takes and behind-the-scenes flavor with Summit Catering, one of Colorado Springs’ most trusted (and tastiest) wedding catering companies.

We’re talking:

• 🍽️ How to craft a menu that actually reflects you as a couple
• 🌍 Serving global flavor while still pleasing Grandma
• 🥂 Signature drinks, champagne toasts, and bar setups that don’t suck
• 💡 The secret sauce behind a full-service catering team that handles everything from plates to peace of mind

Whether you’re planning a laid-back backyard wedding or a black-tie mountain soirée, this episode will help you feed your guests—and your vibe—the right way.

🔗 Read the full feature at Engaged AF Magazine

📲 Connect with Summit Catering at summitcatering.net

Weddings with Soul: The Sacred Art of Ceremony with Rev. Dr. Reina Pudder

🎧 Podcast Description:

In this episode of the Engaged AF Podcast, we’re diving deep into what it actually means to make your wedding sacred AF. Meet Rev. Dr. Reina Pudder, a spiritual badass and wedding officiant in Colorado Springs who’s flipping the script on cookie-cutter ceremonies and giving couples something so much more: intention, depth, and heart.

We talk about:

• 💍 How she creates custom wedding ceremonies that feel like YOU—not just a Pinterest quote and a prayer
• 🌿 The power of pre-marital counseling, authenticity coaching, and spiritual direction before the big day
• 🌈 Her radically inclusive approach to love, identity, and sacred commitment
• 🔮 What makes a ceremony transformative (hint: it’s not the floral arch)

Whether you’re woo-curious, soul-centered, or just want something deeper than “dearly beloved,” this episode will expand your perspective and have you rethinking how meaningful a ceremony can really be.

🔗 Full feature + blog post at Engaged AF Magazine

📲 Connect with Reina at reinapudder.com

Sustainable, Stylish, and So Damn You – Dream Catcher Weddings

🎧 Podcast Description:

This week on the Engaged AF Podcast, we’re talking about weddings that actually mean something—with a team that’s flipping the script on what planning a wedding should look and feel like. Meet Dream Catcher Weddings, Colorado’s go-to sustainable wedding planners who bring big vibes, big heart, and zero waste to every event they touch.

We’re unpacking:

• 🌿 What a truly eco-conscious wedding looks like (without sacrificing aesthetic)
• 💍 How Dream Catcher customizes planning for everyone—from full-service dreamers to adventurous elopers
• 🌈 Why inclusivity and intention matter more than ever in the wedding industry
• ♻️ Real sustainability steps that make a real difference (and don’t feel crunchy AF)

If you’re a couple who gives a damn about the Earth and wants a wedding that feels true to you, this one’s a must-listen. It’s raw, it’s real, and yes—it’s romantic as hell.

🔗 Read the full vendor feature at Engaged AF Magazine

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🎧 Velvet Vibes & Vintage Vows: Sipping in Style at Cork & Cask

In this episode of the Engaged AF Podcast, we spill the tea (and the bourbon) on Cork & Cask—the moody, boozy wedding venue you didn’t know you needed. We talk signature cocktails, whiskey flights, and how this place became one of the hottest hidden gems in Colorado Springs for couples who don’t do “basic.”

Listen on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. And check out the full feature and photos on Engaged AF Magazine.

Spaghetti, Sass, and Seriously Good Wedding Catering with Andiamo

🎧 Podcast Description:

Welcome to the Engaged AF Vendor & Venue Series—where we cut through the wedding industry fluff and showcase the real ones: the vendors who bring the magic, the flavor, and the freaking fun. In this episode, we’re diving fork-first into the world of Andiamo Catering by Paravicini’s, the Colorado Springs-based Italian catering company that’s setting a new standard for wedding food that actually slaps.

We’re talkin’:

• 🍝 Custom pasta bars (yes, that’s a thing)
• 🍷 A 1962 vintage camper turned mobile bar
• 🍰 Bomboloni doughnuts for dessert (you heard that right)
• 👨‍🍳 And a chef who’s a literal Colorado culinary legend

If your dream wedding smells like garlic and sounds like laughter over wine glasses clinking—this one’s for you.

PLUS: We officially kick off our Vendor & Venue Series, where we spotlight the top-tier talent across Colorado’s wedding scene—photographers, florists, venues, planners, and creatives who give a damn and bring their A-game. No fake reviews, no basic bullshit. Just the best of the best.

🔗 Blog + Vendor Feature: Read it here on Engaged AF Magazine

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