Shutter Up! Podcast

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Shutter Up! Podcast is your go-to source for fun, candid, and insightful conversations about all things photography! Hosted by Rachael of Aurora Photography and Rachael of Vici Photography, this podcast is designed for photographers at every stage—whether you're just picking up a camera or running a thriving business. We’re here to share real experiences, expert tips, industry trends, and plenty of laughs along the way. From behind-the-scenes stories to actionable advice, we’re all about building a supportive community where photographers can learn, grow, and thrive. So grab your coffee (or wine), hit play, and let’s talk photography!

  1. 10/16/2025

    The Case of the Two 1-Star Reviews 👀 - Photographer turns Detective 🕵️‍♀️

    Buckle up, besties — for our last episode for season 2, we got a juicy one for you. Rachael got hit with two one-star reviews in one weekend… and not from clients 😭. A chill trip to Chattanooga turned into a full-blown investigation involving a cranky waitress, goat milk soap, and a woman named Brooke who seriously messed with the wrong photographer. In true Rachael fashion, she put on her detective hat 🕵️‍♀️, went full FBI mode, and uncovered exactly who left the fake reviews — and why. Spoiler: it’s even pettier than you think. We’re breaking down how to handle online hate, why protecting your business reputation matters, and how to laugh through the chaos (with maybe a touch of revenge satisfaction). If you’ve ever wanted to clap back at a fake review or live out your inner detective fantasy, this one’s for you. 🎧 Tune in for rage, receipts, and sweet vindication. 📲 Tag us @shutteruppodcast and tell us: Would YOU have called her out or let karma do its thing? 👀

    34 min

  2. 10/09/2025

    Wildest Wedding Photographer Horror Stories: From Homeless Men to Moms Who Peed Themselves

    This week, we’re diving into your craziest wedding stories — and trust us, they did not disappoint. From a homeless man breaking into a couple’s honeymoon suite, to our favorite speeches, to a groom who was two hours late because he was “just chillin’”… we’ve officially heard it all. Grab your coffee (or as Rachael likes to say your "Cafeitos"), buckle up, and prepare to laugh, cringe, and maybe develop a few new fears. 💌 Have a wild wedding story of your own? DM us or submit it on Instagram @shutteruppodcast — we might read it on the next episode!

    30 min

  3. 10/02/2025

    I Shot a Proposal in a Downpour… Then My Camera Died 😬🌈

    Shut up—it’s the Shutter Up Podcast 🎙️ Today we dive into: • A proposal shoot in a full-on downpour (hello DOUBLE rainbow 🌈) and a camera throwing error mid-session • The most unhinged inquiry we’ve ever heard: an “explicit newborn session”… for a 60-year-old man 😳🍼 • Second-shooter must-knows (angles, safety shots, how to actually be helpful) • How to walk the tightrope between letting the day “breathe” and keeping timelines on track without becoming the bad guy If this gets 15 likes, someone’s getting swaddled. We’re not kidding. 😅 0:00 Cold open + intro 0:30 Rainbow proposal in the rain (and the gear panic) 10:06 New segment: Listener call-ins 10:12 “Explicit newborn session” (adult edition?!) 20:12 Second shooter Qs: what mains REALLY want 28:41 The balance: feel-your-day vs. timeline control 47:51 Outro 💌 Call in your story/question for a shoutout next episode! 👍 Like, subscribe, and comment your wildest inquiry ever. 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @ShutterUpPodcast 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms. ✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, & leave a review!

    48 min

  4. 09/18/2025

    Mom-zillas, Drama, and Wedding Day Plot Twists

    Move over bridezillas — the real chaos usually comes from the moms! In this episode, we spill the tea on wild mother-of-the-bride (and groom!) moments, from moms secretly messaging photographers behind their daughter’s back to mother–son dances that almost didn’t happen. We share our funniest, craziest, and most jaw-dropping “mom-zilla” stories (yes, including the one with earrings coming off 👀). If you’ve ever had to tiptoe around family drama on a wedding day or wondered how to handle an overbearing parent without losing your sanity, this one’s for you. Laugh, gasp, and maybe cringe a little with us — because wedding day drama is never boring. ✨ Listen now for:💌 Moms secretly emailing vendors🫣 Family fights before the ceremony👠 The case of the disappearing groom’s mom🎤 And why sometimes, this is why people just elope

    25 min

  5. 09/11/2025

    Hot Take: You’re Failing Couples If You Don’t Sell Albums (Here’s How)

    If you’re only delivering an online gallery, you’re leaving money—and legacy—on the table. In this episode of Shutter Up, we dive into the why and how of albums, prints, and reveal sessions that actually sell (without being gross). What you’ll learn: •The mindset shift: albums as legacy, not upsells •How to talk value before the wedding (so buying later isn’t a maybe) •Designing a “yes” album: build big, edit live, let them remove pages •Parent albums, framed canvases, and easy add-ons •Reveal Celebration flow (IRL or Zoom): snacks, story, sign-off, paid •Pricing sanity: simple markups that don’t scare you (or them) •Avoiding the “we’ll do it later” trap (hint: they won’t) Chapters 00:00 Cold open 00:29 Part 2 kickoff: the album hot take 01:35 Why files ≠ legacy 04:37 Prints that actually get hung 14:51 The Reveal Celebration (step-by-step) 16:45 Building the album they’ll buy (and how to shrink it live) 20:47 Remote reveals on Zoom 22:44 Parent albums without the chaos 27:32 Education vs comparison spiral 31:45 Getting critiqued (and why you need it) 34:19 Wrap + next episode tease 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @ShutterUpPodcast 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms. ✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, & leave a review! 🎙️ Shutter Up Podcast – Episode Highlights✨ Connect with Lindsay: Website: https://doublenmedia.com Instagram: @doublenmedia

    35 min

  6. 09/04/2025

    Our First Guest Ever! 🎉 From “I’ll Never Shoot Weddings” to 11 Years Deep with Double N Media

    Big news… we finally have our first real guest on the Shutter Up Podcast! 🥂 We’re so excited to welcome Lindsay from Double N Media, who’s been photographing weddings for over 11 years (even though she once said she’d never shoot them 👀). In this episode, we laugh, sip, and chat about: 💍 The wildest things we’ve seen go down on a wedding day (including a mom meltdown 👀) 📸 How Lindsay went from sports photography to full-time weddings 🍾 Why engagement sessions should be more meaningful than just the “pretty spots” ✨ The tea about bridal shows 💌 How community + referrals keep you thriving in this industry This episode is basically like hanging out with your photographer besties—chaotic stories, a little tea, and tons of inspiration. 💕 ✨ Connect with Lindsay: Website: https://doublenmedia.com Instagram: @doublenmedia

    37 min

  7. 08/28/2025

    I Almost Burned My House Down During a Wedding Call 😳🔥

    This week on the Shutter Up Podcast, things got way too real. Rachael shares how a simple bagel nearly burned her house down during a wedding timeline call—with alarms blaring, cats running, and her tossing charred bread out the window (all while the bride calmly sat on Zoom 😅). We also dive into the chaos of consult calls, client expectations, and even whether cats should be part of weddings 🐾. 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @ShutterUpPodcast 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms. ✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, & leave a review! 🎙️ Shutter Up Podcast – Episode Highlights Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro (Shut up, it’s Shutter Up!) 0:15 – Eyebrow catastrophes & beauty fears 0:55 – The bagel incident: house almost burns down 🔥 3:45 – The aftermath (cats running, alarms blaring, bride on Zoom) 6:58 – Craziest consult call stories 8:50 – Why photographers vs. videographers run calls differently 12:30 – Type A vs Type B discovery call styles (and Rachael’s “new fear”) 17:30 – Do long inquiry messages = more bookings? 20:45 – When couples ask weird or random questions 22:55 – Cat weddings?! 🐱💍 27:00 – Discovery call flow: how we start, reassure, and connect 33:00 – The one question couples always ask photographers 36:00 – The consult call that didn’t lead to a booking 41:00 – Direct flash, blue skies, and client expectations 47:00 – Why meeting in person (coffee consults) is risky 52:00 – Favorite part of consult calls 59:00 – Wrap-up (and why Rachael will never broil a bagel again) If you’ve ever had a consult call go sideways—or you just need a laugh—you don’t want to miss this one. 👉 Comment below: What’s the craziest thing that’s happened to you during a client call? #WeddingPhotographer #PhotographyPodcast #ShutterUpPodcast 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @ShutterUpPodcast 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms. ✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, & leave a review!

    24 min

  8. 08/20/2025

    Newborn Photography Unwrapped: Swaddling Fails, Parent Confidence, and Brutal Critiques (Part 2)

    The newborn chaos continues! In this week’s episode of the Shutter Up Podcast, we’re back with part two of our deep dive into newborn photography—the swaddle edition. From overconfident dads attempting “professional” wraps to neon yellow blowouts on our favorite white fabrics, we share the messy, funny, and oh-so-real moments that come with photographing little ones. We also get brutally honest with each other’s newborn galleries—critiquing diaper trash can cameos, swaddles coming undone, and camera angles that make us wonder: why? Along the way, we drop practical tips on choosing swaddles, keeping babies calm, and how to politely reclaim control when parents want to “help.” If you loved last week’s unfiltered stories, this episode is the behind-the-scenes continuation you didn’t know you needed. Expect more laughs, more chaos, and more honesty from the unpredictable world of newborn photography. 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @ShutterUpPodcast🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms.✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, & leave a review!

    23 min
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Shutter Up! Podcast is your go-to source for fun, candid, and insightful conversations about all things photography! Hosted by Rachael of Aurora Photography and Rachael of Vici Photography, this podcast is designed for photographers at every stage—whether you're just picking up a camera or running a thriving business. We’re here to share real experiences, expert tips, industry trends, and plenty of laughs along the way. From behind-the-scenes stories to actionable advice, we’re all about building a supportive community where photographers can learn, grow, and thrive. So grab your coffee (or wine), hit play, and let’s talk photography!

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