Wedding Videography School

Wedding Videography School episodes:

• 03.20.2024

  Website Vs Social, Faster Turnaround, Practical Pricing & Economic Collapse?

  Join Michael in this solo episode as he delves into the evolving landscape of social media inquiries and explores the question: Is the traditional website obsolete? From strategies to expedite response times to the impact of price adjustments on his...

  
• 01.10.2024

  The Tale of Two Taylors and Quest for Work-Life Balance

  Ever found yourself facing a mix-up that turned your workday into a juggling act? That's exactly what happened to Michael when two clients both named Taylor unwittingly put my editing queue order in disaray. In this behind-the-scenes look, he recounts...

  
• 10.09.2023

  The 2023 Wedding Season Recap

  Michael checks in with a quick recap on some of his thoughts from the 2023 season. This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide Brim Hats. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding...

  
• 04.15.2023

  Rehearsals, Drugs & Wedding Day Confessions

  The guys link up to discuss rehearsal dinners which quickly devolves into other topics, like drugs and inappropriate toasts and how much of that content makes the final cut. This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With...

  
• 04.07.2023

  Wedding Videography Retreats, Courses & The "Too Good To Be True" Generation

  Michael and Adam link up again and chat about video vs audio podcasts, wedding retreats promising big returns, and how everyone has a course about something. The documentary that Michael references in this episode is called 112 Weddings by Doug Block. ...

  
• 03.04.2023

  Is it Sedona or Sonoma? Hot Destination Wedding Videography Talk

  Michael and Adam link up after a few weeks to catch up and talk all about destination wedding videography.  This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide Brim Hats. Make sure your legal game is strong...

  
• 02.03.2023

  Gear Review: DJI Ronin 4D

  Michael drops in with an unbiased review of DJI's Ronin 4D cinema camera. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding Videography School Contract. Enter the password podcast for access. You can find us on Instagram! @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering This episode...

  
• 01.21.2023

  Mark Labriola Wants His Glasses Back!

  Michael and Adam link up to discuss the origins of the WVS Podcast amongst other things. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding Videography School Contract. Enter the password podcast for access. You can find us on Instagram! @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering...

  
• 01.06.2023

  How's Your Aspen? The 2022 Wedding Season Recap!

  Michael and Adam link up to recap the highs and lows of the 2022 wedding season. This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide Brim Hats. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding...

  
• 07.08.2022

  A Rant About Wedding Photographers!

  Michael and Adam catch up during the busy season, but the show goes awry when Michael launches into a rant about wedding photographers. Later the guys talk about their recent drone troubles, including a lost drone in Aspen. Make sure...

  
• 07.02.2022

  Adam's New Camera, and Odd Clients Requests

  Michael and Adam link up to talk about Adam's switch to a new camera platform and the guys talk about odd client requests. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding Videography School Contract. Enter the password podcast for...

  
• 06.14.2022

  5 Things I've Done Right...

  Michael breaks down the top 5 aspects of his business where he's performed exceptionally well. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding Videography School Contract. Enter the password podcast for access. You can find us on Instagram! @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering This...

  
• 06.08.2022

  Let's Talk Wedding Videography with Logan Wilds

  Michael and Adam are joined by Idaho-based wedding videographer, Logan Wilds of Wilds Photo & Film to discuss all things wedding videography. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding Videography School Contract. Enter the password podcast for...

  
• 05.29.2022

  What Happens in Vegas Gets Said in a Podcast

  Michael and Adam  catch up after their Vegas trip and a two-month podcasting hiatus. The guys hit on Adam's burning desire to switch camera platforms, Michael's editing woes with a wedding that Adam shot for him…  among other things. Before...

  
• 05.17.2022

  5 Things I've Done Wrong...

  Michael breaks down the top 5 aspects of his business where he's performed... well... below average. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding Videography School Contract. Enter the password podcast for access. You can find us on Instagram! @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis ...

  
• 03.20.2022

  Too Many First Looks, Dreading the Edit, WVS Workshop and Adam Turns 40!

  Michael and Adam link up to discuss the outrageous number of first looks that are happening at weddings. Michael tells Adam about an edit he is dreading and the guys want to know if you want to attend the WVS...

  
• 03.12.2022

  Adam Got Served... A Lawsuit!

  In this episode Michael and Adam take a deep dive into a lawsuit filed against Adam by a former client and dissect what went wrong from the very beginning to the judge's final ruling. Make sure your legal game is strong...

  
• 02.27.2022

  Adam's Birthday Bash, Canon Nostalgia, Stalking Potential Clients & Staying Creative

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing Adam's upcoming birthday extravaganza and how much celebration is too much celebration for a 40 year old. Michael reminisces the good old days of Canon and the positive attributes of the 5D lineup...

  
• 02.20.2022

  Winter Wedding Recap, Awkward Interactions, Laptop Editing and Quantity Vs. Quality

  The guys open the show recapping Michael's winter wedding in Steamboat and Michael shares an awkward interaction he had with a guest.  Adam shames Michael about his editing setup and then shows off his own over-the-top post-production setup.  Later the...

  
• 02.06.2022

  On the Road, Cold-Weather Weddings and Is Social Media Even Worth It?

  Michael and Adam link up via phone to discuss winter weddings and whether or not social media is a necessary part of running a successful wedding videography business.  Follow us: @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering This episode is brought to you in part by...

  
• 01.30.2022

  Booking Weddings With The 69 Rule, Hot Tripod Talk, and the Zacuto ACT Recoil Rig

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing the best time to book weddings. Afterwards they talk about the most overlooked tool in the industry, and Michael orders a new rig to help solve his lower back problem. Here are the links...

  
• 01.23.2022

  Work Life Balance, YouTuber Mark Bone, Free WVS Workshop

  Michael and Adam talk about life as wedding videographers, striking a work-life balance and Adam reflects on the one thing he wish he had done earlier in his career.  Michael recommends Mark Bone's YouTube channel for documentary tips and the...

  
• 01.16.2022

  Reducing Capacity, Raising Prices, Rode Wireless GO and Late Night Tipping

  Michael and Adam return to discuss the 2021 season, toast audio backup recording options, and why saying goodnight to your clients might be worth your time. Follow us: @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide...

  
• 12.19.2021

  Let's Talk Editing with Jordan Hall

  Michael chats with friend of the podcast and videographer Jordan Hall about editing, inspiration and getting out of creative ruts. Follow us: @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering @jcarterweddings This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide Brim Hats. Make sure your legal...

  
• 12.14.2021

  Adam's Jet-Setting Adventures, Michael’s Financial Pain and Wedding Video Sound Design

  Michael catches up with Adam who's away on business and then breaks down his approach to creating a basic, but solid soundtrack for his wedding videos. Links to resources discussed in this episode: FreeSound.org Singularity - Cinematic Sound for Videos - by Film...

  
• 12.01.2021

  The Best Camera For Wedding Videography?

  In this midweek drop-in episode of the WVS Podcast, Michael gives his take on the best wedding videography camera on the market. Find us on Instagram:    @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide Brim...

  
• 11.28.2021

  Fewer Weddings, Smaller Deposits, and Switching Website Platforms

  Adam returns to the show and the guys catch up.  This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide Brim Hats. Make sure your legal game is strong with the Wedding Videography School Contract. Enter the password...

  
• 11.21.2021

  Worst Year Ever, But Good To Be Back!

  Michael sits in for Adam and talks about all the craziness that was the 2021 wedding season, and gives an update on his future plans. Find us on Instagram:    @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove @michaelleering Looking for Adam's LUT pack? You can find it here.  Want...

  
• 11.17.2021

  Season 3 Trailer

  The WVS Podcast is back for another season! Please dust off your podcast app and subscribe if you haven't already! This episode is brought to you in part by Photographers With Wide Brim Hats. Make sure your legal game is...

  
• 05.14.2021

  2021 Outlook Update, Bridal Shows, Picky Client Contract Revisions and Skull-Crushing

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing the official end to their 2020 season. After a little banter the guys talk about a recent bridal show that Michael took part in and lessons learned. Later the guys discuss the 2021...

  
• 03.14.2021

  Birthdays, Song Selection, and The Consummation Package

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing Michael's 35th birthday bash. The conversation quickly turns to music, licensing and the evolution of the guys' music selections for wedding videos. Michael runs through his latest artist and song picks while Adam...

  
• 03.07.2021

  Super Hot Back Talk, Editing Quotes and Loupedeck Thoughts

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing physical health and wellness and the major impact it has on wedding videographers. Afterwards the conversation turns towards recent quotes that Adam gathered from various editing companies as he moves to outsource a...

  
• 02.21.2021

  Adam's Stress, Michael's Wisdom, and Coping with Being a Videographer

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing a recent email Adam received from a potential client. Afterwards, Adam delves deep into his professional life, challenges and contemplates his future as a wedding videographer. Michael offers up some advice about how...

  
• 02.13.2021

  Learning From Pros, Watching Your Own Vids and Double Booking

  Michael and Adam open the show catching up on the latest updates from their personal lives.  Afterwards they discuss some of the lessons Adam has learned from his 9+ years of wedding videography including how he started learning from experienced...

  
• 02.03.2021

  Bonus: 5 Lessons I’ve Learned About Wedding Videography with Michael Lee Ring

  The title says it all!  In this episode Michael breaks down the top 5 lessons he's learned about being a wedding videographer over the last decade. Find Michael on Instagram: @FilmsAboutLove @MichaelLeeRing Looking for Adam's LUT pack? You can find it here.  Want the...

  
• 01.30.2021

  Bonus: A Wedding DJ’s Perspective with Tasos Hernandez

  Michael and Adam discuss all things wedding videography with wedding DJ and actor, Tasos Hernandez. Connect with Tasos: TH Entertainment Instagram @thentertainme Find Michael and Adam on Instagram:    @weddingvideographyschool @aflatis    @filmsaboutlove Looking for Adam's LUT pack? You can find it here.  Want the Ultimate Wedding...

  
• 01.23.2021

  Legend Status, The Vimeo Predicament, DVD Nostalgia and Editing Mill Marketing

  The guys open the show open the show discussing Michael's recently attained "legend" status.  Afterwards, they discuss Vimeo and the predicament that Michael has found himself in, which leads to a discussion about the best way to deliver videos to...

  
• 01.16.2021

  New Year, New Style, New Camera

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing the new year, and how everything is now perfect. Afterwards they talk about the physical toll weddings can take on wedding videographers and one tool that can help alleviate some of those issues....

  
• 01.09.2021

  New Year Resolutions, Staying Creative, Taking Chances and Letting Go

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing their resolutions for the new year.  Afterwards they talk about the hype surrounding various fast-food restaurants and a book that Adam has been reading. Later the conversation turns towards inspiration and how to...

  
• 12.23.2020

  Haircuts, Holidays, 2021 Predictions and Video Archive Management

  Michael and Adam open the show with updates on what's going with their work schedules and event bookings for 2021.  Afterwards, the guys discuss editing during the holiday, Adam gives his industry predictions for next year and Michael gives Adam...

  
• 12.22.2020

  Traveling During Covid, Newbie Photographers and Weekend Shoots

  Michael & Adam jump into this week's episode swapping stories of traveling during Covid, and traveling in general. Then they talk about one of their biggest pet peeves - working with new photographers. Later they discuss how they've changed their...

  
• 09.22.2020

  Montana Weddings, Leather and Lace, Grizzly Bears and Sharing a Bed with Adam Bradley

  Adam and Michael catch up for the first time since sharing a bed and filming weddings in Big Fork, Montana. Thank you for listening!  We love you for it. If you haven't already, please leave us a rating and review...

  
• 08.23.2020

  Weird Wedding Surprise, Nudity at Weddings, Corona Masks and Henry Says Hello

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing heritage but the conversation quickly turns to an unusual experience Michael had on a recent shoot... and other odd wedding day surprises. Afterwards, the guys chat about masks at weddings and how it's...

  
• 08.14.2020

  Coronavirus, Micro Weddings, the Beirut Bride and the Future of Wedding Videography

  The guys open the show discussing the effect coronavirus is having on their businesses. Afterwards, the guys chat about the big explosion in Beirut and video of a bride's reaction caught on camera. Afterwards, Michael and Adam give their take...

  
• 07.17.2020

  Bonus: If I Had to Start Over with Michael Lee Ring

  In this bonus episode, Michael answers a question from long-time listener Jason and answers one of the most-asked questions about wedding videography. Thank you for listening!  We love you for it. If you haven't already, please leave us a rating...

  
• 07.06.2020

  Hail Storms, Elopements and Packing Light

  Michael and Adam open the show discussing a crazy hail storm and wearing masks to weddings. The conversation turns to elopements and Michael chats about what he learned from shooting his first two the previous week and Adam gives his...

  
• 06.21.2020

  Bonus: The VideoBros Father's Day Takeover

  Michael and Adam take off for the weekend to celebrate Father's Day and play episode one of the VideoBros Podcast, a podcast for videographers. Dustin opens the first podcast with a story about his sister-in-law calling him by the wrong name...

  
• 06.14.2020

  Dishwashers, Doppelgängers, Videographers vs Filmmakers and Imposter Syndrome

  Michael and Adam open the show talking about the intro jingle, doppelgängers and Michael's dishwasher debacle. Later the guys discuss the cutthroat world of internet video forums, and whether or not wedding videographers are filmmakers. Before wrapping, the guys hit...

  
• 06.07.2020

  Con Artists, Compassion and Corona Refunds

  Michael and Adam kick off the show with news and discussion centered around a wedding videographer who's gotten a lot of press for his questionable business practices. Afterwards, the guys get into the importance of communicating with clients, how to...

  
• 05.31.2020

  Bonus: Welcome to Miami with Florida Wedding Videographer Chris Frochaux

  Michael talks all things wedding videography with Florida wedding videographer Chris Frochaux with Bells and Whistles Photography and Videography. The guys chat about how Chris went from shooting home movies to filming weddings, working and dressing in a warm climate,...