Season 3
June 11, 2025
Would You DJ a Wedding at Chuck E. Cheese?
Send us a text Would you take a celebrity wedding over your cousin’s…or DJ a full-pay gig at Chuck E. Cheese? This episode kicks off with real DJ dilemmas that blend humor, horror, and hard truths about reputation, branding, and where we draw the line in our careers. Then we flip the script and div…
June 4, 2025
Gen Z, Gear Hacks & the Death of Award Shows
Send us a text Ever wonder how to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving industry where connecting with younger clients is crucial? In our latest episode, we tackle the language barrier head-on with a fun (and slightly humbling) exploration of current Gen Z slang. From "ratioed" posts to having a "Men…
May 28, 2025
They Asked for You. You Referred Steve. Now What?
Send us a text What do you do when a dream client reaches out for their big day… but you’re already booked? In this episode, Joe and Brian unpack one of the trickiest solo-op dilemmas: how to make referrals without damaging your brand. When someone hires you for your vibe, voice, and vision — is it…
May 21, 2025
Booked Solid, Burned Out, and Battling Sugar Withdrawal
Send us a text Ever feel like the daily grind is getting more expensive? You're not alone. Brian B kicks off this episode sharing how he's been booking double gigs in Florida's sweltering heat to keep up with rising mortgage payments and private school tuition costs. The financial reality of today'…
May 14, 2025
Beyond the Booth: DJs Who Inspire Us
Send us a text Ever wonder which DJs have shaped today's wedding and event entertainment landscape? In this enlightening episode, Joe Bunn and Brian B pull back the curtain on their professional influences in a candid conversation about the figures who've transformed their approach to both music an…
May 7, 2025
Hot Sauce and Hot Tracks: A Spicy DJ Cinco de Mayo
Send us a text Grab your sombreros and questionable life choices—this is a LIVE Cinco de Mayo episode of Beyond The DJ Booth, where Joe Bunn and Brian B. celebrate the only Latin holiday they truly connect with… because, well, they both really love Mexican food. Broadcast straight from a virtual li…
April 30, 2025
Immigrant Ingenuity and DJ Dilemmas: Navigating Long Toasts
Send us a text Handshakes, heritage stories, and handling awkward reception moments take center stage as Joe Bunn and Brian B share valuable insights for DJs navigating the professional and personal side of event entertainmen...
April 23, 2025
Creating Magic Moments: The Timeless Power of Perfect Ballad Selection
Send us a text Brian B takes us back to his origin story as a teenage karaoke host with frosted tips in late-90s California, revealing how this unlikely start built the foundation for his DJ empire. With disarming honesty, he...
April 16, 2025
When Everything Goes Wrong: Power Outages, Pollen Season, and Professional Pride
Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when the music suddenly cuts out during the most crowded moment on the dance floor? In this remarkably candid episode of Beyond the DJ Booth, Joe Bunn and Brian B pull back the curtai...
April 9, 2025
Navigating Event Season: Personal Stories, Travel Tips, and Business Automation
Send us a text Ready for event season? Top DJs Brian B and Joe Bunn share what they're most looking forward to as their calendars fill with diverse celebrations. Joe anticipates a beach wedding for the third sister in a famil...
April 2, 2025
When DJs Become the A-holes: Real Stories from the Wedding Circuit
Send us a text What do you do when the CEO's nephew wants to commandeer your DJ booth mid-event? How about when a client expects free services because you "have a connection"? These real-world ethical dilemmas plague professi...
March 26, 2025
The Heater Playlist: Elevating Your Wedding's First Impression
Send us a text Wedding cocktail hours set the tone for the entire reception, yet finding that perfect musical sweet spot between ambient background and engaging atmosphere remains an elusive challenge for many DJs. In this se...