Feast or Famine w/ The Youngs

Hosted by Alex and Veronica Young

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A raw, unapologetic look at life and business from a married couple who’ve built brands in the luxury space — and survived the chaos along the way. From high-stakes wins to hard-earned lessons, we talk entrepreneurship, creative work, the wedding industry, and real life behind it all. No gurus. No fluff. Just the real stuff no one else is saying.

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August 18, 2025

Are Content Creators At Weddings Out of Control?

For the last year, content creators at weddings have become more and more main stream. Not only do couples add this service to their weddings, but wedding vendors are also taking advantage of this service for their content as well. In this episode, we talk about what the future looks like for wedding videography and wedding day content creation, as well as discuss if vendors bringing in their own content creators is getting out of hand! Join us in this episode where we lift the veil and give our unfiltered opinion, and ideas, about content creators at weddings! Follow the pod on IG: https://www.instagram.com/FeastorFaminepod/ weddingcontentcreator #weddingvideography #podcast Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01FWQ8YASOAZG

July 29, 2025

The Best Part About Photographing Weddings

Why do we choose to photograph and film weddings? In this never-before-released throwback episode, we share the real reasons behind our passion for wedding photography and videography — what keeps us going, what makes it worth it, and the parts no one else sees. We also challenge the common idea that people join the wedding industry for “time freedom,” and unpack the reality of what it takes to capture a wedding day from start to finish. If you’ve ever wondered what drives wedding photographers and filmmakers, this episode pulls back the curtain. Follow the pod on IG: https://www.instagram.com/FeastorFaminepod/ Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01HTNKGBD3EFB

July 21, 2025

The Boujee Struggle in a Basic City

Why does dressing well feel like a crime in the Midwest? In this episode of Feast or Famine w/ The Youngs, we unpack what it’s like to embrace fashion, design, and modern trends in a place where style is often stuck 18 months behind. From being called a douchebag on a night out to navigating the passive-aggressive culture of St. Louis, we dive into why trendsetters get side-eyed, how the Midwest treats "boujee energy" like a threat, and what it really means to stand out in a basic city. Whether you're a creative, entrepreneur, or just someone tired of blending in — this episode is for you. We talk about: Why trends hit the Midwest way too late How dressing well makes you a target in certain cities The insecurity behind unsolicited insults What it means to stay true to your identity in a place that resists change 👉 Listen in and stay boujee anyway. midwestfashion #styleculture #boujeestruggle #feastorfaminepodcast #stlouisstyle #trendsetters #basiccity #podcast #midwestproblems #fashionpodcast #creativeculture Follow the pod on IG: https://www.instagram.com/FeastorFaminepod/ Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01HTNKGBD3EFB

July 14, 2025

Our Wedding Day Nightmare

You can prepare for the worst when it comes to photographing a wedding, but sometimes things go beyond that. That is exactly what happened to us. One of the biggest reasons we took a pause, as we mentioned in the previous episode, was getting t-boned in the middle of a wedding day. With our car totaled, waiting on police, we had to navigate making sure we were able to get the rest of the day captured, and deal with the accident. In this episode, we deep dive into the entire situation and tell you all the details of our real wedding day nightmare! If you haven't caught up, you will need to check out the previous episode about all the things that happened during our podcast break: https://youtu.be/6kw0-qvpOK8 Follow the pod on IG: https://www.instagram.com/FeastorFaminepod/ Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01HTNKGBD3EFB

July 7, 2025

Where Have We Been?

We're BACK! It has been a bit since we recorded a new podcast, but for good reason. In this episode, we dig into what we have been up to, the ups and the downs, and where things are going from here! Be sure to follow along and don't miss future episodes! Follow the pod on IG: https://www.instagram.com/FeastorFaminepod/ Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01E2AZMF3FCJW

August 28, 2024

Creative vs Business Owner

Being a starving artist doesn't pay the bills! Running a business in a creative field can be extra tough. Especially when it comes to balance both. The fact is, you can't rely solely on your creativity to succeed. You have to be good at business as well. In this episode, we talk about the things that hinder creatives when it comes to running their business, and how they can excel at both. Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01NVT5CTGELEL

August 20, 2024

Wedding Industry Hot Takes

You sent them in, we talked about them! We have done this before, but we are back with another segment of Wedding Industry Hot Takes! We asked you, and you submitted some good ones. Everything from preferred vendor lists, to the film look in photos, and much more! Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01WPTA5SPWSPW

August 14, 2024

What to look for in a Second Photographer or Videographer

Having a second photographer or second videographer at your wedding is crucial for making sure every angle of your big day is captured and no moment gets missed! In this episode we go talk about what makes a good second shooter, what we specifically look for and expect from our second shooters, and things that a second shooter should avoid doing on a wedding day! We also talk about how second shooting for someone else can give you a much needed outlet for creativity and for new comers, can help you gain the valuable experience you need to excel in wedding photography or videography! If you need a second shooter contract, be sure to get it here from The Legal Paige! https://thelegalpaige.com/products/second-shooter-contract?_pos=1&_sid=e3670cfb3&_ss=r&aff=82 Use Code YOUNGS10 for a 10% discount on anything you purchase on her site! *every purchase from the legal Paige helps support this podcast! Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01CXUXWAOLOI2

July 31, 2024

Content Creators at Weddings

It seems as tho the new big thing for weddings is Content Creators. There is an ever-growing fear among a large population of Wedding videographers, that this is going to put their jobs in jeopardy. In this episode, we talk about what content creators are, what they aren't and share our personal experiences with our clients adding on our services for content creation, among our other services. We also talk about the best way to approach content creation at weddings and how they can fit seamlessly with the photo and video teams. Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01JNNKU6IHHL2

July 24, 2024

Be Authentic (Mini Episode)

Lack of authenticity is one of the biggest problems with social media these days. In this mini episode of Feast or Famine w/ The Youngs, we talk about what it looks like to be authentic, leaning into your authenticity within your brand, and share some of our personal experiences with this topic Follow us on social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theyoungsphoto Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theyoungsphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheYoungsphoto TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungsphoto Learn more and book our services at: https://theyoungsphoto.com Musicbed Sync ID MB01ZCZ01BPYEF9